Athlete Hackers
60 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -Two Fathers, one a Collegiate Strength and Conditioning coach and the other a martial arts trainer, bring information and guests and provide open source mental software to make youth athletes better players, better students, and better people.
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Assistant College S&C NSCA Coach of the Year Ryan Metzger
April 24, 2022 18:25 - 1 hour - 114 MBRyan Metzger is the Assistant Director of Olympic Sports Performance at the University of Tennessee and the 2022 NSCA Assistant College S&C NSCA Coach of the Year. Mark and Chris talk to Ryan about college sports, youth sports, and gymnastics! Coach Metzger on Instagram: @coach_metz
Olympics, MMA, and Strength Industry w/ Bo Sandoval: Episode #48
March 12, 2022 21:36 - 1 hour - 113 MBBo Sandoval is the Assistant Athletics Director, Sports Performance at Texas A&M and former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the UFC Performance Institute. Bo comes with diverse knowledge and shares insights on Olympic sports, MMA, and the Strength Industry. Instagram: @bo.sandoval Twitter: @olystrength
NSCA Coach of the Year Liane Blyn: Episode #47
February 20, 2022 18:50 - 54 minutes - 102 MBLiane Blyn is NSCA 2022 College Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year! She joins Mark and Chris on the show for the second time to talk about a variety of topics. Don't miss this one! Instagram: @lianeblyn
How You Do Anything is How You Do Everything w/ Lew Caralla: Episode #46
February 05, 2022 17:17 - 45 minutes - 83.7 MBMark and Chris speak to Lew Caralla, Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach at Georgia Tech. Follow Coach Caralla: IG: @lewcaralla
Can a Prepubescent Athlete Get Faster/Stronger? Episode #45
February 05, 2022 15:37 - 35 minutes - 64.9 MBMark and Chris explore this interesting question.
Where Are You Right Now? w/ Dr. Pat Ivey
December 11, 2021 15:56 - 44 minutes - 41.4 MBDr. Pay Ivey is the Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Health and Performance at the University of Louisville and joins today's podcast to talk about the college athletics, the Strength & Conditioning industry, and important frameworks for athletes and coaches. https://www.pativey.com Instagram @drcoach_pativey
Where Are You Right Now? w/ Dr. Pat Ivey: Episode #44
December 11, 2021 15:56 - 44 minutes - 41.4 MBDr. Pay Ivey is the Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Health and Performance at the University of Louisville and joins today's podcast to talk about the college athletics, the Strength & Conditioning industry, and important frameworks for athletes and coaches. https://www.pativey.com Instagram @drcoach_pativey
The Profession Needs Change w/ Terrence Kennell & Ray Eady: Episode #43
November 07, 2021 17:56 - 1 hour - 128 MB2 S&C Coaches for 1...UMASS Sports Performance Coach MBB Terrence Kennell and William & Mary Director of Basketball Performance Ray Eady join the podcast for detailed look at the collegiate Strength & Conditioning profession. Coach TK Instagram = @tkennellphysprep Coach Ray Instagram = @eadyray
(Power)Lifting Up the Community w/ Brandon Lilly: Episode #42
October 18, 2021 14:01 - 1 hour - 169 MBTwo time world Powerlifting champion Brandon Lilly joins the podcast on this latest episode. Mark and Chris talk to Brandon about: - His transition from Elite Athlete to a regular lifestyle, the ups and downs of it, and how he's helping other "high flyers" make a smoother transition - Men supporting other men - Transitioning from Powerlifting to Jujitsu And much more! Follow Brandon: @brandonlilly3 @peaceloveandmeat
The State of Collegiate Strength & Conditioning w/ Liane Blyn: Episode #41
October 04, 2021 03:00 - 52 minutes - 96 MBLiane Bly, Director, Sports Performance & Olympic Sports for Arizona State University joins Mark and Chris on this no non-sense episode of the Athlete Hackers! Instagram: @lianeblyn
The Intent is to Balance the Bar and Grow w/ Jesse Wright: Episode #40
September 24, 2021 17:19 - 57 minutes - 106 MBJesse Wright is the former Director, Performance Science with the Philadelphia 76ers - now an Amazon Best-Selling Author and High Performance Consultant. Mark and Chris chat with Jesse and discuss a wide range of topics incuding: - Jesse's book The Intent is to Grow - Balance the Bar Summit - Soft Skills that compliment the skills of Coaches and Athletes - Dennis Rodman - NBA Player Strength - Youth Athletes going through growth spurts - Nutrition & Hydration affects on Performance ...
Stalking Strength w/ Bert Sorin: Episode #39
September 17, 2021 16:20 - 1 hour - 122 MBBert Sorin is the president of Sorinex Exercise Equipment, bow hunter, former Highland Games competitor, and former collegiate hammer thrower. Mark and Chris talk to Bert about: - What the future holds for the Strength and Conditioning world - Sorinex Summer Strong - How training enhances hunting performance - How hunting may enhance athletic performance - Mysogi Check out Bert on: Instagram: @bertsorin Twitter: @BertSorin www.sorinex.com www.bertsorin.com
Everyone Needs to Learn to be a Leader w/ Matt Booth: Episode #38
September 12, 2021 14:54 - 57 minutes - 106 MBMatt Booth is the Strength and Conditioning Coach at Canterbury School in Fort Meyers, FL. Matt brings over 21 years experience to the podcast and talks to Mark and Chris about: * Getting high school age students to "buy into" the Strength and Conditioning process * Teaching kids unconditional faith in themselves * Making the next generation better through Leadership programs * What 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students (and their parents) can do to prepare for high school athletics Check o...
A National Championship is What's Expected w/ Molly Binetti: Episode #37
August 27, 2021 23:54 - 1 hour - 114 MBMolly Binetti is the South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball Sports Performance Coach. In this episode, Molly gives Mark and Chris insight to: * The transition of a collegiate player into a professional and/or olympian * The typical yearly Strength & Conditioning routine of a player on one of the most competitive women's programs in the country * The transition of a collegiate player into a professional and/or Olympian * Coaching with Dawn Staley * Advice for high school and middle...
Invincible: Episode #36
August 19, 2021 23:29 - 47 minutes - 87.9 MBMark and Chris discuss mental strength in sports and life, playing 1 on 1 with their sons, and Simone Biles.
3 Big Men Talking About Their Feelings w/ Owen Salvestrini: Episode #35
July 31, 2021 21:02 - 1 hour - 113 MBGet ready for 720+ lbs of man talking about their trials, tribulations, and feelings. All kidding aside, mental health continues to be an important topic surrounding athletes...Owen Salvestrini of the Mental Strength Project joins Mark and Chris to talk mental health, working through medical issues, meditation, and taking cold showers. Find Owen on IG: @mentalstrengthproject
Elite Level Athletes Have Elite Level Problems w/ Coach Justin Kavanaugh: Episode #34
July 09, 2021 13:31 - 1 hour - 129 MBJustin Kavanaugh is an elite-level strength and speed coach, working with professional athletes, NFL hopefuls, and is on his 5th Olympic cycle. He is the CEO of The Sport and Speed Institute in Chantilly, VA, and author of the best-selling book "Man Up: he 5 Areas of Focus to Guarantee Your Athletic Success". Coach Kav gives us his story on becoming a Strength Coach, tells us what it's like day to day training the top athletes in the world, and gives us his thoughts on how the other 99% can...
He's the Strength Coach, I'm the Parent: Episode #33
July 02, 2021 16:11 - 42 minutes - 78.2 MBMark and Chris take a deep dive into the previous podcast and extrapolate the wisdom from past guests and begin to form a consensus on what athletes should be doing to better their performance. The cast starts with a quick look at Blazepods and their potential for enhancing athletic success.
Meditation & Sports Psychology w/ Dr. Brett Denkin: Episode #32
June 25, 2021 18:56 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBMark and Chris talk to Dr. Brett Denkin, licensed psychologist, sports psychologist, and life coach. Topics include: Meditation for better performance, Sports Psychology, and the Psychology of Injury. Check out Dr. Brett: Sports Psychology Podcast: https://drbrettsjourney.com/ Website: https://www.drbrettdenkin.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/drbrettdenkin Phone: (203) 247-2808
National Champion Strength w/ Charlie Melton: Episode #31
June 18, 2021 04:06 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBCharlie Melton is the Director of Athletics Performance - Men's Basketball at Baylor University. Mark and Chris have the honor of hosting the man behind the strength of the 2021 NCAA Men's Basketball National Champions! Get your note taking utensils ready - Charlie recaps the "win your last game" season, the state of collegiate Strength and Conditioning, the techniques and philosophy that made the Bears so diesel, and what upcoming college hopefuls should be doing to prepare their bodies f...
Excellent Advice for Young Strength Coaches, Up and Coming Athletes and their Parents w/ Ashleigh Beaver: Episode #30
June 11, 2021 13:11 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBAshleigh Beaver, Associate Strength and Conditioning Coach for Women's Basketball at the University of Alabama joins the podcast for Episode #30. Ashleigh gives a summary of her journey in the Strength & Conditioning field providing advice and experience for young coaches that helped land her in her current position. She also gives sage suggestions to parents raising hopeful college athletes. Contact Ashleigh: Instagram: @ashleighb6 email : [email protected]
The Role of a College Athletic Director w/ Patrick Murphy: Episode #29
June 04, 2021 19:05 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBPat Murphy is the Executive Director of Athletics and Recreation at Marywood University. Mark and Chris talk to Pat about the role an Athletic Director plays within a University. Other topics include the hierarchy/role of Strength Coaches, AD involvement in recruiting, and college players potentially receiving compensation from university licensing and endorsement deals. Contact Pat via email: [email protected]
The End of College Sports??? w/ Charles Stephenson: Episode #28
May 28, 2021 14:09 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBCoach Charles Stephenson is the former Director of Men's Basketball Sports Performance at the University of Utah, and heads the annual High Performance Basketball Symposium. Mark and Chris talk with Coach Stephenson about the prospects of college players receiving compensation/sponsorship and how it may change the fabric of college sport all together. Other topics include basketball specific strength, fitness as a lifetime endeavor, and utilizing Yoga as a way for athletes to connect to th...
College Athletics Need Reform: Episode #27
May 21, 2021 13:04 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBMark goes off...college athletics in the crosshairs!
Cancer, Covid-19, California: Episode #26
May 17, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBMeditation and inner work is an important part of athletic evolution. Mark starts off this cast with another wake up call for the Strength & Conditioning industry. Chris talks about a personal experience that caused Athlete Hackers to take a 9 month hiatus.
Baylor Wins, NCAA Fails: Episode #25
May 07, 2021 12:14 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBBaylor wins the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship, around the same time the NCAA failed to accommodate the women of the NCAA tournament with a proper workout area. Mark and Chris discuss these topics and more on this episode of Athlete Hackers!
The Importance of a Routine on Performance: Episode #24
May 03, 2021 18:34 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBMark and Chris discuss how important a routine is both on a micro basis (like a free throw routine) or a macro basis (like planning a year worth of training to break the world deadlift record.
Balance, The Future of Performance - with Brijesh Patel: Episode #23
July 31, 2020 09:04 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBMark and Chris talk to Brijesh Patel, Strength & Conditioning Head Coach at Quinnipiac University. Topics include the come back from COVID-19, Quadrant Training, Reflexive Performance Rest (RPR), breathing techniques, Western vs. Eastern philosophies, and the future of Strength & Conditioning in athletics. Check out Coach Patel: https://www.coachbpatel.com/
Basketball Free for All: Episode #22
July 24, 2020 09:39 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBWe had no particular place to go on this one, ended up with a heavy dose of basketball. Highlights include discussions about The Last Dance, and how important Strength & Conditioning was to the Bulls success, and time allotment difference granted by the NCAA for preseason and in-season practice/conditioning.
Squat and Squat Form in 8 - 11 Year Olds: Episode #21
July 17, 2020 09:45 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBTo squat or not to squat? Should children of this age be squatting? Should they use weight? What type of squat should they do? What are the benefits? Mark and Chris discuss in this episode of Athlete Hackers!
Squat and Squat Form in 8 - 11 Year Olds
July 17, 2020 09:45 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBTo squat or not to squat? Should children of this age be squatting? Should they use weight? What type of squat should they do? What are the benefits? Mark and Chris discuss in this episode of Athlete Hackers!
The Art of Being a Dynamic Strength Coach - with Jay DeMayo: Episode #20
July 11, 2020 12:40 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBMark and Chris speak with Jay DeMayo, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Men’s Basketball for the University of Richmond Spiders and Curator of CVASPS (Central Virginia Strength Performance Symposium). Jay discusses the current state of NCAA Sports and Richmond Basketball in the wake of COVID-19 and discusses the importance of being a dynamic Strength Coach, and meeting players where they are, not just post pandemic but as an industry practice. Reach out or follow Jay: Instagram: @CVASP...
Fascia Training & Leave This World Giving More than You Take - with Bill Parisi: Episode #19
July 03, 2020 10:27 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBMark and Chris chat with Bill Parisi of the Parisi Speed School. Bill takes us through his journey as an athlete and how it helped to form his Success Patterns which propelled him to create and manage the most successful Youth Athletic Performance franchise in the country. Along with what an athlete will experience at a Parisi Speed School, Bill takes us through his new obsession, Fascia Training. Arguably the future of performance based training, his excitement and knowledge on the subje...
Hockey Strength Training & Work Ethic! with Jeremy Tormala: Episode #18
June 26, 2020 09:53 - 55 minutes - 51.6 MBMark and Chris talk with Jeremy Tormala current Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the United States Hockey League. Topics include the different strength training that hockey athletes require, strength training in the military, and the importance of work ethic in athletes. Don't miss Coach Spellman go on an epic rant about the state of the Strength & Conditioning profession! Coach Tormala can be reached on: Instagram: @coachjeremytormala Email: jeremy.t...
Strengthen the Neck to Reduce the Chance of Concussion - with Mark Asanovich: Episode #17
June 16, 2020 09:58 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MBMark Asanovich served in the NFL as a Strength Coach for 15 years, completing tour of duties with the Minnesota Vikings, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Baltimore Ravens, Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Hartford Colonials of the UFL. Mark and Chris talk with Coach Asanovich about the critical importance of training the neck and shoulder girdle to reduce or prevent concussions, and traumatic head/spine injuries. Coach Asanovich discusses his 5 P's of strength training (Prudent, Productive, Practic...
The Menstrual Cycle: Optimizing Women's Strength Training - with Sam Moore: Episode #16
June 12, 2020 10:08 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBGet ready for some elite, cutting edge Athlete Hacking! Mark and Chris talk with Sam Moore, Applied Sport Scientist/Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at NC State. Sam is currently implementing training programs for women's soccer and volleyball while applying menstrual cycle based periodization and athlete management strategies for female athletes. Her research has lead her to apply intense strength training, nutrition, and rest at certain times in the cycle that optimize performanc...
Body Composition Considerations & Strength Technology with MT Eisner: Episode# 15
June 09, 2020 09:16 - 1 hour - 78.6 MBMark and Chris talk with MT Eisner, Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of Colorado. MT currently oversees Women's Lacrosse, Men's/Women's Cross Country, and Men's/Women's Ski teams. Topics cover her unique journey though the college strength world, body composition considerations, and many, many gadgets and software programs currently being used with her CU athletes. Follow MT: Instagram: @mteisner Twitter: @mteisner1
Body Composition Considerations & Strength Technology with MT Eisner: Episode #15
June 09, 2020 09:16 - 1 hour - 78.6 MBMark and Chris talk with MT Eisner, Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of Colorado. MT currently oversees Women's Lacrosse, Men's/Women's Cross Country, and Men's/Women's Ski teams. Topics cover her unique journey though the college strength world, body composition considerations, and many, many gadgets and software programs currently being used with her CU athletes. Follow MT: Instagram: @mteisner Twitter: @mteisner1
The Relationship Between Strength & Conditioning and Sports Medicine: Episode #14
June 05, 2020 09:48 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBMark and Chris talk to Chris Hagemann, Assistant Athletic Trainer at Providence College. This episode is full of great information for parents and college bound athletes to get a sense how these 2 distinct departments play a synergistic role in an athletes life.
Yoga! Connect to Yourself! With Jeannie Stevens Labate: Episode #13
June 02, 2020 15:39 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBMark and Chris talk Yoga with Jeannie Stevens Labate, topics include: how Jeannie used yoga to overcome injuries, stories of the Fairfield University Men's Basketball team and Woman's soccer using yoga, and the importance yoga can play in healing injuries and optimizing performance in athletes. Website: www.jeanniesyoga.com Email: [email protected]
Yoga! Connect to Yourself! With Jeannie Stevens Labate
June 02, 2020 15:39 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBMark and Chris talk Yoga with Jeannie Stevens Labate, topics include: how Jeannie used yoga to overcome injuries, stories of the Fairfield University Men's Basketball team and Woman's soccer using yoga, and the importance yoga can play in healing injuries and optimizing performance in athletes. Website: www.jeanniesyoga.com Email: [email protected]
Yoga! Connect to Yourself! With Jeannie Stevens Labate: Episode 13
June 02, 2020 15:39 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBMark and Chris talk Yoga with Jeannie Stevens Labate, topics include: how Jeannie used yoga to overcome injuries, stories of the Fairfield University Men's Basketball team and Woman's soccer using yoga, and the importance yoga can play in healing injuries and optimizing performance in athletes. Website: www.jeanniesyoga.com Email: [email protected]
Competition and Adversity Forges Athletes into Iron - with Sean Crawford: Episode #12
May 29, 2020 10:04 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBSean Crawford is a former Fairfield University Men's Basketball player, who played pro in Turkey, is currently running the Community Relations Department with the New York Knicks, and is an ambassador for the Jumpman 23 brand through his activities as a basketball skill development trainer. Sean takes Mark and Chris through his career, plagued by tragedy and adversity, a story which ultimately resulted in a well adjusted and highly successful person. Sean shares stories of fierce battle, c...
Competition and Adversity Forges Athletes into Iron - with Sean Crawford: Episode 12
May 29, 2020 10:04 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBSean Crawford is a former Fairfield University Men's Basketball player, who played pro in Turkey, is currently running the Community Relations Department with the New York Knicks, and is an ambassador for the Jumpman 23 brand through his activities as a basketball skill development trainer. Sean takes Mark and Chris through his career, plagued by tragedy and adversity, a story which ultimately resulted in a well adjusted and highly successful person. Sean shares stories of fierce battle, c...
What a Coach Looks For (beyond talent) - with Pat Hall: Episode #11
May 26, 2020 10:02 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBMark and Chris talk with Pat Hall, Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for Central Connecticut State University Men's Baseball Program. Pat also serves as the Director of the CT Blue Jays AAU Organization. Topics include: What are players doing now as they wait for the season to open, Best ways to ease players back as to avoid injury, # of pitches/amount of rest per age group for pitchers, Strength & Conditioning workload for in-season pitchers, State of AAU for this summe...
What a Coach Looks For (beyond talent) - with Pat Hall: Episode 11
May 26, 2020 10:02 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBMark and Chris talk with Pat Hall, Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for Central Connecticut State University Men's Baseball Program. Pat also serves as the Director of the CT Blue Jays AAU Organization. Topics include: What are players doing now as they wait for the season to open, Best ways to ease players back as to avoid injury, # of pitches/amount of rest per age group for pitchers, Strength & Conditioning workload for in-season pitchers, State of AAU for this summe...
Recovery, Nutrition, and Hydration - Effects on Performance: Episode #10
May 22, 2020 10:34 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MBMark and Chris talk about the incredible importance sleep, diet, and water intake have on the performance of athletes.
Special Guest Nikki "Guti" Stanton - BELIEVE IN YOURSELF! Episode #9
May 19, 2020 09:11 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBMark and Chris talk to Nikki "Guti" Stanton, professional women's soccer player currently playing for Klepp IL in Norway. Topics range from redshirting her freshman year at Fairfield University due to ACL injury, her professional career with Sky Blue, Perth, and the Chicago Red Stars, Strength & Conditioning in Norway vs. the United States, and the meaning behind "Guti". Her story changes the perception of going pro from flashing lights and sneaker deals to guts, determination, and persist...
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF! With Nikki "Guti" Stanton - Episode #9
May 19, 2020 09:11 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBMark and Chris talk to Nikki "Guti" Stanton, professional women's soccer player currently playing for Klepp IL in Norway. Topics range from redshirting her freshman year at Fairfield University due to ACL injury, her professional career with Sky Blue, Perth, and the Chicago Red Stars, Strength & Conditioning in Norway vs. the United States, and the meaning behind "Guti". Her story changes the perception of going pro from flashing lights and sneaker deals to guts, determination, and persist...
Special Guest Derek Needham Part 2 - When you want to Succeed as Bad as you Want to Breathe: Episode #8
May 15, 2020 09:37 - 46 minutes - 43.3 MBDerek Needham joins us for part 2 and talks about his Junior and Senior year at Fairfield U, the professional recruitment process, what it takes to succeed in sports and life, and his plans for the future. Derek Needham is the current starting Point Guard for Mornar Bar in the Montenegro Professional Basketball League. Follow Derek on Instagram: @dneedham