All Things Strength & Wellness

This episodes guest is Max Aita of Juggernaut Training Systems Coach Max Aita has spent the better part of 20 years in the sport of Weightlifting and Powerlifting. He draws his training methodology and knowledge from the many great coaches whom he has personally worked with including; Steve Gough (USA), Ivan Abadjiev (BUL), Boris Sheiko (RUS). Max has produced over half a dozen senior national medalists in Weightlifting, Multiple All time World Record holders in Powerlifting, and has worked with CrossFit Regional and Games level competitors to develop strength and Olympic lifting technique. Max has also used his extensive knowledge of training and experience to create “hybrid” programs for athletes that wish to compete in both Weightlifting and Powerlifting or Weightlifting and CrossFit simultaneously. On this episode Max and I discussed: Max's Background Max's Influence The good and not not good things that Max see's within the physical preparation profession Max gives a detailed discription of the

He's back! James Smith from Global Sport Concepts rejoins me for his monthly interview on the ATSW podcast. On this episode James discusses the topic of critical thinking. This was another amazing episode with James.  As always you will be left with a lot to think and mediate about after listening to this episode. Enjoy my friends, Stay Strong, RB   Show Notes: You can connect with James for consulting services here. James' outstanding books can be found here also.   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 Dr. Perry Nickelston from Stop Chasing Pain.   Perry Nickelston, DC, NKT, FMS, SFMA, is a Chiropractic Physician with primary focus on Performance Enhancement, Corrective Exercise, and Metabolic Fitness Nutrition and trained fromThe American College of Addictionology and Compulsive Disorders. He is an expert in myofascial, orthopedic, medical and trigger point soft tissue therapy. A member of the Board of Directors and Medical Staff Advisor for AIMLA (American Institute of Medical Laser Application). Dr. Perry teaches healthcare professionals all over the world how to successfully use Class IV Deep Tissue Laser Therapy in alleviating pain. Director of clinical protocols and training for LiteCure Medical Lasers specializing in Myofascial Laser treatments. Dr. Perry is an expert in movement assessment and diagnosis. Certified and trained as a Functional Movement Specialist (FMS) and Selective Functional Movement Assessment Specialist (SFMA). He uses programs designed to find your source

This episodes guest is Cameron Josse of DeFranco Training Systems. Cameron Josse is the Director of Sports Performance for DeFranco's Training Systems in East Rutherford, NJ. Cameron has been working with DeFranco's Training Systems since 2013 and has quickly built up a resume working with a multitude of athletes in high school and collegiate sports, as well as professional athletes in the NFL, NHL, UFC, and WWE superstars. Cameron earned his bachelor's degree in kinesiology while playing football at the University of Rhode Island and completed a master's degree in exercise science from William Paterson University. On this episode Cameron and I discuss: Cam’s background and influences The good and not so good that Cam sees within the physical preparation profession Ego and coaching Overcoaching our athletes Cam’s Training System A detailed discussion on Cam's microcycle set up Using Upper Body as Day 1 in the microcycle for potentiation Biggest Lessions Cam has learned in his career so far Cam's

This episode's we have Charlie Weingroff back on to discuss what's new in the life and career of Charlie and the release of his latest DVD product Training = Rehab 3.  We get into many topics such as: T = R 3 Skill Acquisition and Charlies go to resources for Skill acquisition Charlies insights into Pain Science PRI - Has Charlies thoughts changed on PRI since we last spoke? What new assessment or clinical methods has Charlie started to incorporate into his training and rehabilitation protocols We discuss frequency specific microcurrent (FSM) Charlies thoughts on emotional state and pain preception  Charlies thoughts on the FMS' Fundamental Capacity Screen This was yet again an exellence show with Charlie. Hope you guys enjoy it. 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 Coach Christian Thibaudeau of Thibarmy. Christian was previously on the podcast back in episode 62. On this episode Christian and I discuss: What’s new with Christian Christian speaks about factors of Strength Development Christian speaks about looking at the Neurotransmitter Dominance of athletes to determine their training needs This was an awesome episode guys and I really hope you enjoy it. Stay Strong, RB Show Notes: Maximum Muscle Bible Book Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com

This episode’s guest is Loren Landow of Landow Performance. Coach Landow is highly sought after for his ability to analyze and correct biomechanics. His goal is to maximize human performance, while decreasing the likelihood of injury. He has trained thousands of athletes of all ages and abilities, including over 700 professional athletes in the NFL, NHL, MLB, UFC, WNBA and Olympic medalist. Coach Landow has worked with over 70 NFL All-Pro’s and over 20 first round draft selections in the NFL. He has been a National and International presenter for the leading organizations in the performance field, and also serves as a consultant for many professional and collegiate teams across the country. Coach Landow developed the ACL prevention program and the ACL return to sport protocols for the world-renowned Steadman Hawkins Clinic-Denver. He currently is the owner and director of Landow Performance. Coach Landow serves on the Board of Directors for the Exercise Science Program at Metro State University and also th

This episode’s guest is Chris Kofist of SlowGuySpeed School. Unlike most facilities who are staffed by young coaches who rely on their recent playing career and “cool” factor, Slow Guy Speed School is staffed by Chris Korfist, a “sprint guru” with an international following.  With over 55 all-state sprinters and countless other high school all-state athletes, and over 20 years experience, he knows what is appropriate for the athlete in the room and not so concerned about what the pros are doing or someone else journey to where they got.  In fact, the methods have been so effective, Chris has consulted NFL teams, Big 10 Universities, Olympic team and U.S. Special Forces.  On this episode Chris and I discussed: Chris’ background and influence The good and not so good things that Chris see’s within the physical preparation profession Chris’ Training philosophy How DB Hammers Training system changed how Chris trained athletes Chris's favourite methods to develop strength, power, and speed How Chris adj

This episode’s guest is Chris Barnard of Overtime Athletes. Chris Barnard is a strength and conditioning coach at Strength Camp, a hardcore athlete training facility in St. Petersburg, Florida, as well as author of multiple performance programs. He earned his Bachelors in Applied Kinesiology and Physiology at the University of Miami, where he initially went to play football before becoming ineligible. He has worked with athletes at all levels and from many different sports to produce the highest level of performance in each. He currently resides in St Petersburg, Florida and continues to pursuit breakthroughs in athletic performance. On this episode Chris and I discussed: Chris’ background and influence The good and not so good things that Chris see’s within the physical preparation profession Chris’ Life and Training philosophy Coaching Ego How an appreciation of Epigenetics is crucial in understanding human behaviour Understanding the importance of unconditional love, compassion, and empathy as a

This episode’s guest is Dr. Jas Randhawa. Jas is the lead performance therapist at Altis.  On this episode Jas and I discussed: Jas’background and influence The good and not so good things that Jas see’s within the physical preparation profession Jas’s Training and performance therapy philosophy Therapeutic inputs and its effect on Mechanotransduction On coming to Altis Jas’ experience of his first ACP at Altis Jas’ top resources and advice And much more 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

James Smith from Global Sport Concepts is back once more. This time talking about how to develop optimal Mental Preparation for any conceivable situation that may arise in the sport or life. This was a really fastinating discussion with James, and I hope you guys really enjoy it. Stay Strong, RB Show Notes: James Books: Applied Sprint Training Governing Dynamics of Sports Preparation - A Unified Field Theory of Sport Preparation  Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com

This episode’s guest is Dr. Liam Hennessy of Setanta College. Dr. Liam Hennessy FRAMI is an Exercise Physiologist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, former international athlete, and current Academic Director of Setanta College.  On this episode Liam and I discussed: Liam’s background and influence The good and not so good things that Liam see’s within the physical preparation profession Liam’s Training philosophy Coaching Pedagogy and it’s need to be a part of more educational program’s for coaches Mastery Liam’s top resources and advice The Future of Setanta College And much more 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 episode’s guest is Dr. Ben House of Functional Medicine Costa Rica. Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP). House was accepted to medical school without an undergraduate degree, but rescinded because during this time his father was fighting for his life with debilitating diverticulitis. The conventional medical model prescribed him pain killers, antibiotics, saltine crackers, and white bread. This pushed House to question the sick care model and look for the underlying lifestyle and dietary factors that could be the reason why his father was in so much pain. Lo and behold his father had Celiac disease and within a week of removing all grains and diary from his diet he was symptom free. This was Dr. House’s first taste of Functional Medicine and he knew at that moment that this would be his life’s passion. Since then he has studied under some of the best in the world and continues to regularly attend and present at conferences and seminars around the world. As a strength coach, House has worked at both

This episode's guest is Dr. Gregory Haff. Greg is an Associate Professor and Course Coordinator for Strength and Conditioning within the School of Medicine and Health at Edith Cowan University.   Dr Haff was previously on the podcast back on episode 99, but the audio was dreadful!! So I wanted to have him back on the show. Greg is also the current President of National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).  Dr. Haff is one of the top published sport scientists in modern times and has recently co-edited the 4th edition of the NSCA's Essentials of Strength & Conditioning, and also was co-author along with Tudor Bompa for the 5th edition of Periodization.   On this episode Greg and I discuss:  We discuss what Greg sees as a Holy Grail issue in Periodization - Training Residuals We discuss understanding Fatigue Training Compatibility of Alactic-Aerobic Qualities and the Interference Effect And much more  Enjoy.  Stay Strong,  RB  Show Sponsor: To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20

This episode’s guest is Bob Takano of Takano Weightlifting.   Bob Takano is a highly respected weightlifting coach who was inducted into the USA Weightlifting Hall of Fame in 2007 for his contributions to coaching. He has been the coach of four national champions, two national record holders, and 27 top ten nationally ranked lifters. Bob has been on the coaching staffs of 17 U.S. National teams to international competitions, five of those being World Championships and the Summer Olympics. His lifters have competed in seven Olympic Trials with one, Albert Hood, the third American to snatch double bodyweight, earning a berth on the 1984 team. Furthermore Bob has been a CSCS since 1986, having authored six articles for the NSCA Strength and Conditioning Journal, and served as a member of the editorial board of that journal from 1996 to 2000. He has also co-authored a chapter for the NASM’s Essentials of Sports Performance Training, and a chapter on the Training of Weightlifters for the IOC Sports Medicine Comm

This episode's guest is Michael McEvoy from Metabolic Healing. Michael is a clinician and educator who is creating Functional Medicine-based platforms, which integrates modern health data analysis with evidence-based therapeutic interventions using nutraceutical and botanical formulations. Michael is a systems creator, integrator and synthesizer of diverse clinical modalities.  Through unique educational and teaching endeavors, Michael's objective is to assemble a network of the world's top clinicians to meet the demands and challenges of 21st century functional medicine, and to implement the analytical tools and frameworks required.  Michael can be considered an intelligence agent/expert scouring the diverse sources coming online in order to assist practitioners through evidence-based models, tools, and education.  He is currently designing the Metabolic Healing Educational Institute, a vital adjunct to clinicians committed to cutting-edge continuing education. On this episode Michael and I discuss: -

This episode is Part 2 of our 3-part-series with Eric Helms, where we discuss all things to do with Eric's Nutritional Hierarchy from his Manual - The Muscle and Strength Pyramid - Nutrition Manual. Enjoy. Stay Strong, RB Show Notes:  European Powerlifting Conference Shredded by Science Academy   3D Muscle Journey  3D Muscle Twitter   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 Eric Helms from 3D Muscle Journey. Eric is a coach, athlete, author, and educator. A trainer since the early 2000’s, he’s worked in the US Air force, commercial gyms, private training studios, medical fitness and strength and conditioning facilities. As a part of 3DMJ he coaches drug free strength and physique competitors at all levels. Eric has competed since the mid 2000’s in natural bodybuilding, unequipped powerlifting and  recently in Olympic lifting. He earned pro status as a natural bodybuilder with the PNBA in 2011 and competes with the IPF at international level events as an unequipped powerlifter.   Eric has published multiple peer reviewed articles in exercise science and nutrition journals and writes commerical fitness publications. He has taught undergraduate and graduate level nutrition and exercise science and speaks internationally at academic and commerical conferences for fitness, nutrition and strength and conditioning. Eric has a BSc in Fitness and Wellness , an MSc

On this episode it is with great pleasure to have Mike Tuchscherer back on the podcast. Mike was previously on the podcast way back in episode 57. Mike is the owner and head coach at Reactive Training Systems. Mike was the first man from USA powerlifting the win a gold medal at the world games, and he has coached over a dozen competitors at the world championships, a score of national champions, and multiple world record holders. On the episode Mike and I discussed: - Whats new at RTS - Determining Training Volumes and other Outside stressors - How a Lifters Psychological make-up can determine certain programming factors - Monitoring stress within training - Some Program Design questions around Main Lift and Assistance Movements - And so much more. This was a great conversion with Mike and I hope you guys enjoy it! 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

On this episode I am delighted to have Dr. Bryan Mann back on the podcast. Bryan was previously on the show back in episode 91.  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 Brians recent experience at Altis' ACP Mentorship week, muscle physiology of force production, and strategies for monitoring stress with athletes.   I hope you guys really enjoy the show.   Stay Strong, RB Show Spons