All Things Strength & Wellness

This episodes Guest is Dr. Bryan Mann. Bryan is the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning at the University of Missouri where he has worked since 2006. Bryan has many Powerlifting accolades to his name in Raw, Single Ply, and Multiple Ply lifting.  Bryan is also a researcher and author, having written several research publications dealing with the training of Division 1 athletics, specifically Football. Bryan has written 3 books, Auto-Regulatory Progressive Resistance Exercise (APRE), Developing Explosive Athletes: The Use of Velocity Based Training in Athletes, and The Complete Guide to Powerlifting - which Bryan co-authored with Dan Austin.  On the episode Bryan and I discussed: - Bryan's Background and Influences  - The Good and not so good things that Bryan see's within the Physical Preparation Profession - Bryan's Main Training Principles - His Big Rocks - Auto Regulatory Progressive Resistance Exercise (APRE) - Velocity Based Training for Raw Powerlifters? - Biggest Mist

This episodes guest is with my great friend and colleague Danny Lennon of Sigma Nutrition. Danny has a degree in Biology and Physics, as well as a Masters in Nutritional Science and is one of the top Nutrition, Health, Wellness  and Performance educators online. His podcast Sigma Nutrition is one of the Top Nutrition and Performance Podcasts available to everyone for free through iTunes, Stitcher and other android applications. On this episode Danny and I discussed: - Danny's Background and Influences - Danny's Nutritional Principles - Danny's advice on How to think more critically about information  - Danny's Top Rescources - And Danny's upcoming 2016 Sigma Nutrition 2 Day Seminar on April 9-10th at UCD, Belfield, Dublin This was a top class episode and I hope you guys enjoy it. Stay Strong, RB Show Notes:  - Danny's Gluten Article - Gluten Revisited - Can I Eat That Sandwich? - Danny's Article on High Fat Diets and Fat Burning - Eat More Fat, Burn More Fat - Myth, Magic or Metabolic Adva

This Episode is Part 3 of our interview with Physical Preparation Coach James Smith where we continue our discussion surrounding James' latest book "Applied Sprint Training".If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet you can find it here, and if you also haven't listened to Part 2, you can listen to it here.Enjoy Guys!Stay Strong,RBShow Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

This Episode is Part 2 of our interview with Physical Preparation Coach James Smith where we continue our discussion surrounding James' latest book "Applied Sprint Training". If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, you can find it here. Enjoy Guys! Stay Strong, RB Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

This episodes guest is Physical Preparation Coach James Smith. James was a previous guest back on Episode 47. On this episode James and I discussed topics from his latest book Applied Sprint Training. The topics we got into were: - Increasing the Alactic Threshold- Maximum and Operational Outputs- Extensive Tempo vs Maximum Aerobic Speed for Aerobic development- Short to Long and Long to Short Protocols for Speed Development- Vertical Integration- Why James does not like the Yo-Yo Test for looking at aerobic capacity- Aerobic Power Methods for aerobic development- James' thoughts on using Olympic Lift Variations for Strength-Speed and and overall power development This was an outstanding interview guys, and I hope you enjoy part 1. Stay Strong,RB Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

This episodes guest is Yosef Johnson from Ultimate Athletes Concepts. Yosef is the man behind Ultimate Athlete Concepts which is a multi-faceted company providing the most sophisticated scientific material in sport science. On this episode Yosef and I talk about: - Yosef background- How UAC cam to be- Dr Yessis' influence on Yosef- The new UAC website and Yosef hopes for it moving forward- And we finished the show talking about - politics, culture, environment and human behavior  Hope you guys enjoy the show! Stay Strong, RB Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

This episodes guest is Sport Scientist and Strength and Conditioning Coach Matt Jordan. Matt has a degree in Kinesiology and a Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Calgary.  Matt has been the personal Strength Coach to more than 20 World and Olympic medalists, and has worked with elite athletes in many sports including: speed skating, cross country skiing, alpine skiing, snowboarding, biathlon, hockey, football, volleyball, and mixed martial arts.  Matt is now a Strength Coach, the Director of Strength and Conditioning for the Canadian Sports Institute-Calgary, and the Director of Sport Science and Sports Medicine for Alpine Canada. Matt is currently completing his Doctorate in Medical Science at the University of Calgary focusing on ACL injury/re-injury prevention in elite alpine ski racers. On this episode Matt and I discussed: - Matt's background and influences- What are the good and bad things that Matt see's within the human performance profession- Matt's thoughts on stre

This episode is Part 2 of our interview with Derek Evely. If you haven't listened to Part 1 I would encourage you to do so before listening to Part 2. Enjoy Part 2 guys! Stay Strong,RB Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

This episodes guest is Derek Evely. Derek is the former Sport Science manager of the Canadian Athletics Coaching Centre (CACC), as well as the former Director of the UK Athletic's Centre at Loughborough from 2009-2012.  Derek has been involved in the development of several Canadian Champions and has coached many world class athletes including, Dylan Armstrong (Shot Put), Sophie Hitchon (Hammer Throw), and he is currently coaching Sultana Frizell who won Gold at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in the Hammer Throw. Derek is also one of the very few coaches to have worked closely with the Legendary Coach Dr. Anatoliy Bondarchuk.  On the episode Derek and I discussed: - Dereks Background and Influences - The good and bad things that Derek see's with the Human Performance Profession- An extremely detailed discussion about Dr. Bondarchuk's Training System- Derek's top advice and resources to all coaches Due to this podcast being over 2 hours in length I have split it up into 2 parts.  This was an outstanding epis

This episodes guest is strength and conditioning and track and field coach Carl Valle. Carl has coached track and field at every level, from high school to Olympic level in sprints and hurdles. He has had the privilege of working with great athletes that have been All-American and school record holders.A technology professional, Carl has expertise in performance data as well as an understanding for practical application of equipment software. Carl is currently the director of innovation for InsideTracker and focus his time on testing elite athletes and using technology to help everyone on any level of human performance reach their goals. On this episode Carl and I discuss:- Carls background and influences- The good and bad things that Carl see's within the Human Performance Profession- Athletic Profiling- Monitoring Strategies  in Sport- Heart Rate Variability- Velocity Based Training- And Much More Hope you guys enjoy the show! Stay Strong, RB Show Notes: Freelap USA InsiderTracker Spikes Only Show

This episodes guest is Greg Nuckols of Strengtheory.com Greg is a well known, powerliftering, coach, and author. Greg has held 3 all-time world records in powerlifting in the 220lb and 242lb classes, and he is currently pursing his MS in Exercise and Nutrition Science. On this episode Greg and I discuss: - Greg's background and influences- The good and bad area's Greg see's within the fitness professional- An in-depth discussion surrounding his recently release ebooks that he co-author with Omar Isuf - Art of Lifting, The Science of Lifting, and The Bulgarian Manual. - Greg's top resources and advice to all the listeners- And much more. Hope you guy's enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

The episodes guest his Dr. Mike Israetel. Mike is a Professor of Exercise Science at Temple University in Philadelphia, USA. Mike's PhD is in Sport Physiology and he has been a consultant on sports nutrition to the US Olympic Training Site in Johnson City, TN. Mike is a former competitive raw powerlifter (where he once had a number of state, national and world recorders), is a competitive bodybuilder and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu grappler. On this episode Mike I discussed: - Mikes background and Influences- The good and bad that Mike see's within the Fitness and Sports Performance Professions- Mike's latest that book "Scientific Principles of Strength Training" that he co-author with James Hoffman, and Chad Wesley Smith- An in depth discussion about each of the 7 training principles that are cover with the "Scientific Principles of Strength Training " This was an AWESOME show, so I hope you guys really really enjoy it! Stay Stay, RB Show Notes: Juggernaut Training Systems - Website Renaissance Periodization

This episodes guest is Jay DeMayo. Jay is the head Strength and Conditioning for men and women's basketball teams at the University of Richmond. Jay is the man behind the Central Virginia Sports Performance Seminar. This is an annual seminar where some of the worlds top coaches and sport scientists present. On this episode Jay and I discussed: - Jays background and Influences- Principles that drive Jays Training Process- How Jay incorporates Special Strength Training into his programs- Advice and Resources- And Much More. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

This episodes guest is Physical Preparation Coach Ryan Williams. Ryan is the head Physical Preparation Coach for Football at Waynesbury University. Ryan is also the co-author of two books with Buddy Morris (Arizona Cardinals - Head Physical Preparation Coach): Americal Football - Physical Preparation and Iron Works Preparation. On this Episode Ryan and I discussed: - Ryans Background and Influences- What Ryan thinks are the worse and best things about the Sports Performance Profession- Principles that drive Ryan's Organization of Training - Physical Preparation for American Football - Program Design and Periodization - Energy System Development for American Football - Advice and Resources- And Much More Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Stay,RB Show Notes:Be sure to check out Ryan's latest product that he created with Buddy Morris and Joel Jamieson - Bioforce Project - American Football Physical Preparation. This is a world class online video product, I highly recommend you check it out.  Show Sponsor

This episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning and Track and Field Coach Derek Hansen. Derek has been working been working with athletes in strength, speed, and power sports since 1988. Originally working with Track and Field athletes, Derek expanded his services to assist athletes in all sports with an emphasis on speed development. He has since with some of the top performers in the world as a coach and as a consultant - including Olympic medalist, world record holders, Canadian National Team athletes, professional sports organizations and professional athletes from numerous sports. You can find out more about Derek on his website - Strength Power Speed  On this episode Derek and I discussed:- Derek's Background and Influence- The good and bad that Derek see's within the Training Profession- Derek's Training Philosophy- Absolute Speed for Field Based Athletes- Managing the Central Nervous System throughout the training process- Hamstring injuries and rehabilitation- Advice and Resources Hope you guys re

This episodes guest is Denis Logan from EXOS. Denis serves as a Performance Specialist in the education department at EXOS. Prior to joining EXOS he was a Strength and Conditioning Coach at Aviator Sports Performance in New York.  On this episode Denis and I discussed: - Background and Influences - All things strength development- Denis' training philosophy- What concepts from Westside can we take and use with our athletes- Denis' top resources- Advice to all coaches- Much More Hope you guys really enjoy the show. Stay Strong,RB Show Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

This episodes guest is Dan Pardi from Dan's Plan. Dan is an entrepreneur and researcher who's life's is centered on how to facilitate health behaviors in others.He is the developer of  "Loop Model to sustain Health Behaviors" to help people live a healthy lifestyle in the modern world. Dan does research with Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Department at Stanford, and the Departments of Neurology and Endocrinology at Leiden University in the Netherlands. Dan's current research looks at how sleep influences decision making (publications).  Dan also works with Naval Special Welfare to help the most elite fighters in the world maintain vigilant performance in both combat and non-combat conditions.  Formerly, Dan served as Board Chairman of the Investigator Initiated Sponsored Research Association, a global non-profit aimed to promote best practices in the arena of academic research grants. Early in his career, Dan served as a Division 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach where he designed year-round training

This episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning Coach Rob Taylor. Coach Taylor is the founder and owner of SMARTER Team Training. Taylor was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Loyola University Maryland for over seven years. Rob was a strength and conditioning consultant for athletes on the Women's Lacrosse's World Cup Champions Team Australia in 2005, and was the Head Strength Coach for Team Australia's 2009 World Cup team that played in the world championship game also. He has worked with professional organizations such as the Anaheim Angles, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Mutiny, and San Antonio Silver Stars. Coach Taylor has has also been the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at UNC Greensboro. He left to pursue a graduate degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Delaware, while working as an assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach. Rob has also worked with the athletic department at Cincinnati, Princeton, and Villanova. At each of these institutions he helped numerous athle

This episodes guest is Dave O'Sullivan. Dave is the clinical director for ProSport Physiotherapy Huddersfield and Head Phyiotherapist for the Huddersfield Giants Rugby League Club. Dave has worked with some of the worlds top Rugby Union and Rugby League players as well as Elite runners and Gaelic Footballers through his company ProSport Physiotherapy in Huddersfield. Dave is also the head tutor with the ProSport Academy, which is an intensive 12 month mentorship program designed to cater for ONLY 25 rehabilitation specialists to bring their mastery of sports injury rehabilitation to the next level. On the show Dave and I discussed: - Dave's rehabilitation philosophy- Problems that Dave see's with the rehabilitation of sports injuries- ACL rehabilitation with Danny McGuire when Dave was with the Leeds Rhinos - Click here for the video- Biggest things Dave has learn in his career so far- Dave's top resources- The ProSport Academy Mentorship Program Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB To get almo

This episodes guest is strength and conditioning coach Greg Robins of The Strength House and Cressey Sports Performance. On this episode Greg and I discussed:- Greg's background and influences- Greg's take on problems he see's within the the strength and conditioning profession- Greg's training philosophy- We discussed Greg's ebook that he co-author with Eric Cressey The Specialization Success Guide- Biggest lessons Greg has learned so far in his career- Advice and resources- And much more Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong,RB To get almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to - Upmentorship.com