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Physical Preparation Podcast Archives - Robertson Training Systems

Physical Preparation Podcast Archives - Robertson Training Systems
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The Physical Preparation Podcast is designed to help trainers, coaches and athletes take their performance to the next level. Featuring some of the brightest minds in our industry, we'll dive in to deconstruct smart training, and help you or your athletes maximize results!
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Are you curious about supplements like creatine or electrolytes? When you should consider taking them? Or maybe wondering what supplements are more hype than actual help? If so, you’re going to love this week’s podcast with Christina Chu! Christina is a Boston-based sports dietitian and CEO of Christina Chu Nutrition LLC. She supports athletes from […]
The post Christina Chu on Creatine, Electrolytes, and the Essential Role of Nutrition in Performance appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
If you train young female athletes, or if you HAVE a young female athlete in your home, you need to listen to this episode RIGHT NOW! Erica Mulholland is a speed, agility and strength coach to young female soccer players. And in this episode, we’re going to talk about practical strategies to reduce the likelihood […]
The post Erica Mulholland on ACL Tears, Overuse Injuries, and Strength Training for Female Soccer Players appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Joel Smith always wanted to jump higher. Whether it was touching beams in his middle school, trying to dunk after that, or simply become the best jumper he could in college and beyond, Joel’s journey shows a lifetime of dedication and passion to jumping as a whole Today, Joel is the founder of Just Fly […]
The post Joel Smith on the Keys to Unlocking an Elite Vertical Jump appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
What happens AFTER you attain a lifetime goal? You see this all the time in Olympians – they train their entire life to go to the games, and if they’re lucky, maybe they even win. But once that time is over, what happens next? Well it may not have been going to the Olympics, but […]
The post Brady Howe on 3×3 Basketball, Mental Performance, and Life After the NBA appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
500 episodes…can you believe it?!?!? I certainly can’t – especially when my goal initially was to get to 50, or maybe 100 shows! And while that definitely sounds cool, I’ve got to admit – I wasn’t sure what to do with this episode. So instead of doing a standard interview, we’re going to take a […]
The post 10 Years of Lessons About Training, Podcasting and Life (Episode 500!) appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
If you’re looking to write better training programs, you’re going to LOVE this week’s episode! Here, my goal is to not only give you long-term food for thought, but also practical, real-world tips that will help you write better programs starting today. From my thoughts on training the basics, to making programs more streamlined and […]
The post 7 Ways to Write Better Training Programs Today appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Here are a few interesting questions to ask yourself… How do the stories you were told during childhood impact you as an adult? How do “unconfident” athletes shift their mindset to unlock their true potential? And how can activities like journaling or simply being still help you gain clarity in your life? Well if any […]
The post Courtney Delks on Clarity, Intentionality, and Building a Winning Mindset appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
It’s been a hot minute, so let’s do a Q&A episode! Whether it’s business development, writing better training programs, or just getting more buy-in from your clients and athletes, these shows are always fun because I know they can help YOU get better results. Plus, if you’re a reader and want to run a better […]
The post Business Building Tips, Favorite Books and Young Athelte Buy-In appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
I’ve gotta be honest…I’m frustrated with the current state of coaching. It seems like nowadays, everybody wants the easy way out. Just grab the biggest or strongest kid (or team), and off you go. But what happened to actually developing young athletes from the ground up? What happened to taking that absolute dog that loves […]
The post The Young Athlete Development Manifesto appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
As a physical therapist, how does your assessment drive personalized rehab programs? How do you educate your patients, especially with all of the noise they get from social media? And last but not least, how do you keep someone locked in, engaged and focused over a rehab that could take 6, 9 or even as […]
The post Amy Atmore on the Mental and Emotional Impact of Long-Term Rehab appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Okay serious question…with athletes playing more games than ever before, how do you find ways to “sneak” strength workouts into their routine? And perhaps more importantly, how do you RECOVER from playing all those games so you can perform at the highest level? Well whether we’re talking collegiate sports or the professional ranks, today’s guest […]
The post Stephanie Grubbs on Microdosing Strength, Proactive Planning and Small Wins Over Time appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Even though I grew up following bodybuilding routines from Flex and Muscle and Fitness, I’ll admit – I don’t know a ton about physique-focused sports. But as I was doing research for today’s show, a few questions started to come up… For starters, what are the biggest differences between someone who wants to get photo […]
The post Gareth Sapstead on Stubborn Body Parts, Incremental Progress, and Elite Physique Transformation appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Why is strength important for basketball players? And are the ways we currently evaluate strength relevant to the sport? As a coach or clinician, how do you toe that line between optimizing and improving movement, while still getting REAL training adaptations? And what’s the difference between kinetic and regional interdependence, and why should you care? […]
The post Jarred Boyd on Adaptive Intent, Mental Models, and Building Elite Basketball Players appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Are you getting older, and worried about age-related decline? Are you interested in learning more about blood work, and how it can help you optimize your body? Or do you just want some super practical tips on how to live a longer, healthier life? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s show with Christian LaValle! […]
The post Christian LaValle on Helping High Performers Be Elite for Life appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Hey friend! We’re going to try something new today, with a pot luck episode that’s one part Q&A mixed with some of our usual solo episode flair. Because whether it was online mentees, observers who have come into the gym, our team of independent contractors or people coming in to attend the Lee Taft seminar, […]
The post Confidence in Coaching, Continuing Education, and Business Optimization appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
If you came up in a Division 1 S&C setting, chances are you spent at least some time around football. At Ball State, we have a team of 4-5 coaches who all worked with different sports – baseball, basketball, soccer, gymnastics, volleyball, you name it – but when football came in, it was all hands […]
The post Cam Josse on Alternative Ways to Build Speed, Strength and Power in Football Players appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Sometimes on this show we go deep into science, biomechanics or program design. And while that’s all fine and dandy, sometimes we just need a gentle reminder of how the basics can go a long way to helping us see more success! And that’s what this episode is all about. Whether it’s dialing in your […]
The post 4 Ways to Start Becoming a Better Coach TODAY appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
I’m not sure there’s anything the Internet and social media like more than an argument. And while our parents taught us not to talk about religion or politics in public, for some reason, they forgot to tell strength coaches not to argue about the Nordic hamstring curl and whether it’s valuable or not in a […]
The post Matthew Ibrahim on Nordics for Hamstring Health and Staying Curious as a Coach appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
My friends, it has been A WEEK. Between new athletes starting, my kids finishing up school, and the short/condensed week, it’s been an absolute sprint every step of the way. And while I have some great guests lined up for you in the coming weeks, I thought it would be a great time to go […]
The post The Super Duper Mash-Up Episode (Spring 2025) appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.
Whether you’re a die hard college sports fanatic or a more casual fan, chances are you’ve heard about NIL – or name, image and likeness deals – and how they’re impacting the sport. And beyond NIL, there’s also the simple fact that it’s now easier than ever before to enter the transfer portal and go […]
The post Ryan Horn on NIL, the Transfer Portal, and the Evolution of a Coach appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.