Episode 132: Mike Young of Athletic Lab

This episodes guest is Dr. Mike Young of Athletic Lab.

Mike is the founder & owner of Athletic Lab. Mike is the guiding force behind Athletic Lab’s training philosophy & methodology. He oversees all training, instructor quality & staff education.

Mike has a BS in Exercise Physiology from Ohio University, an MSS in Coaching Science from Ohio University & a PhD in Biomechanics from LSU. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength & Conditioning Association, a Level 3 coach by USA Track & Field, a Level 2 coach by USA Weightlifting & a CrossFit Level 1 coach. He is on the advisory board for the Korean Weightlifting Federation and has been featured in publications ranging from the New York Times to ESPN Insider.

Mike has coached athletes to National and / or World Championship appearances in 5 sports (bobsled, skeleton, track & field, triathlon, weightlifting) as well as directing the training plans for professional athletes in the MLS, MLB, NFL NHL and PGA and has coached at 4 Division 1 NCAA programs.

On this episode Mike and I discuss

Mike's background
Mike's influences
The good and not so good things that Mike see's within the profession
Mike's walks us through his training system for a brand new athlete at the Athletic Lab
Mike gives an in depth discussion on his training philosophy
Mike's gives his thoughts on training residuals and fatigue
Mike's thoughts on acceleration, max velocity, and change of direction development for field based athletes
Mike talks about his use of olympic lift variations with his athletes
Mike gives his top advice and resources
And Much More

This was an awesome episode with Mike and I hope you enjoy it.

Stay Strong,

RB

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