Keiser Human Performance Podcast

Named after Mario Andretti, Andretti Bain was "born to run" and run fast. Andretti’s journey Motivated to make his dreams of becoming a champion a reality, he made his way to the United States for college. His path wasn’t an easy one, but with grit and faith, Andretti placed first in both the indoor and outdoor NCAA men’s 400 meter in 2008. That summer, he represented The Bahamas in Beijing, taking home the Silver in the Men’s 400 relay. On today’s episode we cover Andretti’s unique story. From his triumphs on the world stage to his current role as a coach and mentor at Oral Roberts and Champion spirit Country Club. He shares with us how continues to inspire others to dream big, work hard, and have faith.Follow Andretti on Social:Instagram @andrettibain_dabahamiandreamWebsite: https://andrettibain.com/Keiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

With almost 30 years of experience, Mark has worked with Olympic and professional athletes all the way to the grade school athletes. Mark is the founder of Performance Training Center and currently the head strength and conditioning coach at Lake Oswego High School in Portland.On today’s episode Mark shares insights on how he organizes and manages the training of athletes, from 7th grade up to seniors in high school. Mark is a master of combining the objective and subjective aspects of development.  He discusses the important of long term athletic development, motivating young athletes, and offers some advice to coaches getting started in high school S&C. Follow Mark on Social:Twitter/X: @Results_PeriodInstagram @markptcKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode of the KHPP we are joined by Maggie Bryant, Vice President of Medical for the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers. On today’s episode, we get an inside look at injury management at the NBA level. Maggie shares important factors to consider when an injury occurs and details the return-to-performance system she uses to help athletes return to the court with confidence. Using an example injury, we cover the different phases of this system and how Maggie combines objective and subjective data to drive decision-making. Stay to the end to see if Maggie thinks In-and-Out Burger is underrated, overrated, or perfectly rated! Follow Maggie on Social:Twitter/X: @Bryant5MaggieInstagram @magsb55Keiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode of the Keiser Human Performance Podcast, Danny Foley joins us. Danny is a high-performance coach and injury management specialist. He spent six years as the Head Strength Coach at Virginia High Performance, training Navy SEALs and Special Ops. He now coaches in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, working with athletes across all levels and specializing with populations battling chronic pain or injury. Danny is also the Co-founder of Rude Rock Strength and Conditioning, an online platform offering remote-based training and educational content. On today’s episode, we sit down with Danny to discuss core training. He defines what training the core means and shares how working with injured populations led him to making core training a central focus of his programming. Danny highlights the different techniques of core training he likes to implement along with some of his favorite progressions.  Follow Danny on Twitter: @Danny_ruderockFollow Danny on IG: @danmode_ruderockCheck out Rude Rock Strength's website: rudewrockstrength.comCheck out their Rude Rock Strength YouTube page Keiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

In Part II of this two-part discussion we talk about the earlier days at Keiser, including Randy’s first go around working for the company, including the story of how Randy introduced Ty to Keiser. Later, Randy shares some of the protocols he used with Keiser to train Olympians Willie Banks and Su Bingtian, while Ty shares how Keiser became one of his most valuable coaching tools for athlete development. We’ll end the episode with some candid reflections and memorable career moments. Follow Randy on IG: @hunt895wrFollow Ty on IG: @TySevinKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

Part I of two-part episode, joined by two special guests: Randy Huntington and Ty Sevin. Randy joins us with over 42 years of coaching experience. He’s coached some of the greatest athletes in the world, including Olympians and world record holders, Willie Banks and Mike Powell. His impact is felt around the globe – Randy has coached elite athletes many countries, including China, where he was the head coach for the National Team. With an unrivaled passion for human performance, Randy is a consultant, mentor, and educator to coaches and athletes worldwide. Our second guest, Ty Sevin, has over 25 years of coaching experience at both the collegiate and Olympic levels.  He served as the Director of the Track and Field at the USOC and as an assistant coach for Team USA.  He later spent four years as the Associate Head Coach at the University of Texas coaching several All-Americans on the men’s and women’s track and field teams, including Ryan Crouser . Ty himself was a four-time U.S. Olympics Trials qualifier in javelin and is a global educator on topics of human performance.  This episode is Part I of a two-part discussion. We begin by covering training philosophies and principles, highlighting training and coaching inspirations. From there, we discuss some of the challenges of working with elite level athletes and the importance of communication. We finished Part I with Ty and Randy sharing the WHY behind their dedication to human performance.Follow Randy on IG: @hunt895wrFollow Ty on IG: @TySevinKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode we are joined by Coach Clint Martin. Clint has been in the human performance setting for more than a decade. After stints at Iowa State and Nevada, and he now serves as the Associate Head Coach of Athletic Performance at The University of Texas. He has been an integral part of 5 National Championships and has coached more than a dozen Olympic medalists in track and swimming. On today’s episode, we discuss a range of topics related to Clint’s experiences as a human performance coach.  He shares his unique professional journey and insights that have allowed him to develop meaningful relationships with sport coaches and maximize sport and weight room integration. In the second half of the episode, we shift gears and talk about entrepreneurship, life in outside of coaching, including Clint’s date with the Dinnie Stones at the Rogue Invitational.  Follow Clint on IG: @ClintMar10Follow Clint on Twitter: @MrCMar10Keiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode of the Keiser Human Performance Podcast we sit down with Coach Paulie Steinman. Paulie is the Owner and Head Coach of South Brooklyn Weightlifting Club. In 2010, he started SBWC in a warehouse as a side gig to his printing and embroidery business. Since then, has grown both in size and reputation as the premier barbell sports, strength, and performance training facility in New York City. On today’s episode, Paulie provides insight on his background and his experiences as a small business owner in the private sector of human performance. He shares with us how he integrates Keiser’s pneumatics to get the best out of his wide-ranging clientele and the impact that adding Keiser has made on the growth of his business. He's discusses how he and his staff educates on and implements Keiser - from post-competition programming to return-to-performance protocols. You can follow Paulie on Instagram @pauliesteinman and his gym @Southbrookylnwc. If you are ever in the Brooklyn area, Paulie and his staff invite you to stop by SBWC. They offer single day rates for out of towners. Details on how to contact SBWC are on his site (link below). Follow Paulie on IG: @PaulieSteinmanFollow SBWC on IG: SouthbrooklynWCVisit Paulie and SBWC: https://southbrooklynwc.com/Keiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode of the Keiser Human Performance Podcast we sit down with Neasa Russell and Jason Smyth. With over 20 years of experience in High Performance, Neasa serves as the Sports Director for Paralympics Ireland and Chef de Mission for the 2024 and 2028 games. Prior to this position, she served as Head of Talent Development for Sports England and Lead Performance Pathway Scientist for UK Sport.Jason is one of Ireland’s most decorate athletes. He has won 21 gold medals including 6 gold medals across 4 paralympic games and held the record as fastest Paralympian of all-time. Retired from competition, Jason serves as Strategy Manager for Paralympics Ireland and serves on the board of Vision Sports Ireland. On today’s episode, Neasa and Jason highlight their efforts in creating systems and strategies to help support the identification, development, and performance of para-athletes. They are constantly searching for ways to grow and drive the future of para-athletics. Jason shares some of his favorite memories from competition at the Paalympics and Neasa informs us what we can look forward to from Ireland in the 2024 Games. Follow Neasa on X: @NeasRussellFollow Jason on X: Smyth_JasonKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode of the Keiser Human Performance Podcast we sit down with Dr. Zach Cogen, DPT, who is the first team head physical therapist for the New York Red Bulls. He has dedicated his career to working as a physical therapist for elite athletes and is passionate about human movement. He has experience working with UCLA athletics, EXOS, and within Major League Soccer with DC United and no NY Red Bulls. On this episode, Zach shares some awesome insights into his work as a PT for a professional soccer club, we discuss:- Quantitative and Qualitative Assessments- Important Metrics for Soccer Athletes- Return to Performance Continuum - Case-study: Hamstring Rehab- Implementing Keiser as a Tool for RehabilitationFollow Zach on IG: @thesportsphysio_Keiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode, We are joined by David Joyce. Recognized as a leader in the field of high performance, David spent more than two decades coaching some of the world’s best athletes. After earnings his MBA, David founded Synapsing, a global strategy, decision-making, and coaching consultancy. He works with a diverse portfolio of high-performance organizations around the world, helping individuals and teams develop leadership and problem-solving skillsDavid shares with us some of the strategies he implements when consulting for organizations and individuals aspiring to become consistent, long-term high performers. Links to referenced material:David Joyce Twitter: @DavidGJoyceHigh Performance Training for Sport, 2 Ed: https://us.humankinetics.com/products/high-performance-training-for-sports-2nd-edition?variant=32504869683274&gclid=CjwKCAiA9NGfBhBvEiwAq5vSy0B1lsdPXRrCL8ZbC7JiQGog0ToFKjKctEBMStXSn5BDqY5LUCo3JBoCyZkQAvD_BwEOptimize: Optimizemindperformance.comKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode, Dr. Ellington Darden joins us. Growing up in Conroe, Texas, in the 1940’s and 50’s, Dr. Darden developed a passion for resistance training. He fueled that passion with both education and practice, and has devoted much of his life to helping people better understand exercise and health.  He has written over 40 books on exercise, resistance training, and nutrition! He was honored by the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports as one of the Top 10 health leaders in the United States. After meeting Arthur Jones, he joined Nautilus Sports where he served as director of research for 17 years. On today’s episode, he shares with us what is like to grow both in age and professionally with the paralleled rise of resistance training in the US and offers reflections from over 50 years in health and human performance. He is a true trailblazer for resistance training, health, and fitness! You can find some of Dr. Darden's Publications here: https://www.amazon.com/drdardenThese includes publications such as:The New High Intensity Training: The Best Muscle-Building System You've Never TriedLiving Longer Stronger: The 6-Week Plan to Enhance and Extend Your Years Over 40Massive muscles in 10 weeksHigh-Intensity StrengthHigh-Intensity Bodybuilding: For Massive Muscles Fast...and many more!Keiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode we are joined by the amazing Montell Douglas. Montell is the first female British athlete to compete in both the summer and winter Olympics. In 2008, she broke the women’s 100m record, becoming the fastest woman ever in Great Britain!  On today’s episode, Montell reflects on her South London childhood experiences and shares candid thoughts on her journey to becoming a 2-time Olympic athlete (going to Beijing twice), a trailblazer for women in sports, and a mentor and coach to young athletes.You can follow Montell on twitter, Facebook, and IG at @MontyTrackStar and on Tik Tok @MontellDouglasKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

On this episode we are joined by the wonderful, Coach Sandy Abney. Sandy currently serves as the Chief Science Officer for the CSCCa. Her professional background includes serving a deputy director of high performance for the Team China Olympic Committee, over 18 years as a strength and conditioning coach at the University of Texas, and an accomplished career through sport and weightlifting. Born and raised in Texas, she was a former heptathlete and powerlifter turn weight lifter, becoming a Master Olympic Weightlifting National Champion, at the 63 kilo class, and competing for a sport on the 2004 USA Olympic Team. Sandy reflects on her journey and early days in coaching. Shares some of her favorite stories, including experiences with Ursala Garza Papandrea and Angel Spassov. You can follow Sandy on twitter @SandyAbneyCSO and on Instagram @Coach_Abney. Keiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

Can we become more creative individuals? If so, how?Dr. David Putrino, Director of Rehabilitation Innovation for the Mt Sinai Health System and Australia's 2019 Global Australian of the Year, joins us to share what creativity means and the steps we can take to become more creative individuals. He discusses the importance of purpose, travel, diversity, and biophilic experiences. He also shares some ground breaking research he and his team are working on. Follow Dr. Putrino on Twitter: @PutrinoLabTo learn more about Dr. Putrino's Research, visit: https://www.putrinolab.net/Dr. Putrino's book: Hacking Health: How to Make Money and Save Lives in the HealthTech WorldKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

We are joined by our friend, Coach Donnie Maib. Donnie is a Master Strength and Conditioning Coach with 25+ years of coaching experience. He currently serves as the Head Coach for Olympic Sports and Assistant Athletics Director for Athletic Performance at the University of Texas.On this episode Donnie provides some reflections on his journey, both professionally and personally. We discuss the topics of stability, growth, and work-life balance. He also shares with us what might be next for Donnie Maib and provides us a sneak peak at a book he is writing.Donnie is a motivation speaker. To learn more, visit: Donniemaib.comFollow Donnie on Social Media: @DonnieMaib (IG), @CoachDonnie (Twitter)Podcast Resource: UT Athletic Performance's "The Team Behind The Team"Donnie's Book Recommendations: Give and Take, Halftime, Overcoming the Dark Side of Leadership, ArrangeKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

What is intelligence? Why is it important and how do we measure it in athletics?  Dr. Scott Goldman is the creator of the Athletic Intelligence Quotient, known as AIQ, a mental analytics assessment used by sport organizations to identify performance-specific intellectual abilities and optimize player development. In this conversation, we discuss the inception and implementation of AIQ, organizational decision making, and some of the exciting research related to AIQ and its correlation to on-field performance.Follow Dr. Goldman on Twitter: @ScottGoldmanPhD, @AthleticIntelQTo learn more about AIQ, visit: www.athleticintel.comKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/

A majority of discussion related to high performance surrounds the preparation and performance itself, while relatively little dialogue exists on the downtime between performance. In this episode, Dr. Dehra Harris of the Toronto Blue Jays discusses the a unique concept in human performance she has been researching: down-regulation. Why do high performers experience mental and emotional fatigue and burnout? And, how can they avoid it? Dr. Harris shares some techniques she has been implementing with her athletes to help them build skills that aid in down-regulation. Follow Dr. Harris on Instagram: @DancerMorenDr. Harris Book Recommendation: Radical CompassionKeiser Fitness Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keiserfitness/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/KeiserFitness\Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeiserFitnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keiser-international/mycompany/verification/Keiser Fitness Website: https://www.keiser.com/