The Strength Coach Podcast

Are we living longer but feeling sicker? Join host Anthony Renna and industry expert Kevin Carr as they dive into the critical gap between lifespan and health span. Learn how to bridge this divide with practical, movement-based strategies that turn exercise into long-term medicine for your clients.————————————————————————————————BROUGHT TO YOU BY PERFORMBETTER.COM Check out the HUGE Summer Sale at Perform Better- Up to 50% off select items!!https://www.PerformBetter.com ————————————————————————————————In this episode of the Strength Coach Podcast, Kevin Carr joins us to discuss his latest book, Prescribing Movement as Medicine. We explore why the modern population is struggling with chronic disease despite having more fitness information and tracking devices than ever before. Kevin shares the Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning (MBSC) approach to keeping adult clients consistent, motivated, and physically resilient as they navigate the aging process.We also tackle the trending topics of GLP-1 peptides and hormone replacement therapy, discussing how these medical tools should partner with strength training rather than replace it. From programming power for fall prevention to the simple but profound impact of daily step counts, this conversation is a masterclass for fitness professionals who want to help their clients live better, not just longer. Learn how to transition from being a source of information to a source of true behavioral change.f you enjoyed this episode, please hit the like button and subscribe to the channel for more interviews with top industry experts. Make sure to check out Kevin Carr's new book to help elevate your coaching practice and improve your clients' lives!You can preorder Kevin’s new book, Prescribing Movement as Medicine: The Professional's Guide to Exercise for Health and Longevity- (out September 28) here- https://a.co/d/06hgd17mCHAPTERS0:00 Intro and the Information Gap in Fitness3:15 Meet Kevin Carr: Super Trainer and Author6:40 The Lifespan vs Health Span Dilemma9:55 Overcoming Barriers to Consistent Exercise13:20 Why Information Fails Without Good Coaching16:45 Strategies for Keeping Adults in the Gym20:10 The Human Connection in the Age of AI23:30 Real World Impact: Training for Life Independence26:50 GLP-1, Peptides, and Hormone Replacement Therapy30:15 Protecting Muscle Mass During Weight Loss33:40 Programming Power and Strength for Longevity37:05 The Importance of Walking and Step Count40:30 Building Sustainable Habits for Older Adults44:00 Overview of Prescribing Movement as MedicineWant to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom?Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns (https://businessforunicorns.com):Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE-https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-bookGet a FREE trial of Leads Engine HEREhttps://learn.businessforunicorns.com/leads-engineLearn more about the Unicorn Society HEREhttps://businessforunicorns.com/unicorn-societyFollow BFU on Instagram HEREhttps://www.instagram.com/businessforunicorns/

Welcome to episode 450 of the Strength Coach Podcast with host Anthony Renna. In this episode, we dive deep into the evolution of functional training with legendary coach Mike Boyle as he discusses the upcoming third edition of his landmark book, Functional Training for Sports. Whether you are a professional trainer or an athlete, this conversation offers a masterclass in how training philosophies have shifted over the last two decades.You can Pre-order the New Functional Training for Sports here- https://a.co/d/0eKeRwPO————————————————————————————————BROUGHT TO YOU BY PERFORMBETTER.COM Check out the HUGE Summer Sale at Perform Better- Up to 50% off select items!!https://www.PerformBetter.com ————————————————————————————————The core of the episode features an in-depth conversation with Mike Boyle. Mike reflects on how his philosophy has changed since the first edition of his book was released in 2004. He redefines functional training as the application of functional anatomy and discusses why certain trends, like unstable surface training, have largely faded away. We explore the transition from machine-based exercises to a functional continuum that emphasizes unilateral movements and tri-planar activity.Mike also shares his thoughts on why he has moved away from traditional Olympic lifting in many scenarios, favoring trap bar jumps and weighted jumps for explosive power. You will hear about the evolution of core training, the importance of upper body pulling for shoulder health, and why agility training should be less about choreographed drills and more about sport-specific chaos.Mark Fisher from Business for Unicorns, shares a vital productivity tool for gym owners and trainers: time blocking. Mark explains how to move from reactive mode to proactive growth by protecting your schedule for high-priority tasks. If you have ever felt like you are just putting out fires all day, this segment provides a roadmap to reclaiming your time and focus to build a business and life you love.Want to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom?Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns (https://businessforunicorns.com):Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE-https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-bookGet a FREE trial of Leads Engine HEREhttps://learn.businessforunicorns.com/leads-engineLearn more about the Unicorn Society HEREhttps://businessforunicorns.com/unicorn-societyFollow BFU on Instagram HEREhttps://www.instagram.com/businessforunicorns/CHAPTERS0:00 Intro and Sponsor Message2:15 Business for Unicorns with Mark Fisher5:30 The Importance of Time Blocking9:45 Interview with Coach Mike Boyle12:30 Defining Functional Training Today16:00 Evolution of Training Implements20:15 Unilateral Training and Injury Prevention24:00 Rethinking Agility and Speed Drills29:30 Weighted Jumps vs Olympic Lifting33:00 Core Training and Functional Anatomy37:54 Final Thoughts and Wrap UpIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. Pre-order the new edition of Functional Training for Sports and level up your coaching knowledge here- https://a.co/d/0eKeRwPO

Are you making your strength programs more complicated than they need to be? In this episode, we dive into why the best training programs often look remarkably similar and how to stop over-engineering your fitness business and your athletes' workouts.Join host Anthony Renna and legendary coach Michael Boyle for Episode 449 of the Strength Coach Podcast. This week, we explore the nuances of high-level performance training and gym management. We kick things off with Mark Fisher from Business for Unicorns, who discusses why having too many systems can actually stall your business growth. Learn how to audit your standard operating procedures to ensure your team can actually execute them with excellence.BROUGHT TO YOU BY PERFORMBETTER.COM Check out the HUGE Summer Sale at Perform Better- Up to 50% off select items!!https://www.PerformBetter.com Coach Boyle expands on his recent viral insight: if your athletes are healthy, their programs should look almost identical. We discuss the 80/20 rule of training, the importance of injury prevention, and the evolution from being a cook following a recipe to a chef creating your own. We also talk about the danger of creating program soup by throwing too many random ideas into a single training block.We also take a deep dive into cardiovascular training. If you are still using the 220 minus age formula to find your max heart rate, you might be leaving progress on the table. Coach Boyle shares his personal data on heart rate training at age 67 and explains how to safely implement interval protocols like 10/20 tempos without overshooting the target or causing unnecessary fatigue.Whether you are a strength coach, personal trainer, or gym owner, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you simplify your approach and get better results for your clients.Want to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom?Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns (https://businessforunicorns.com):Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE-https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-bookBook a free 10-minute intro call HEREhttps://go.businessforunicorns.com/brainstormFollow BFU on Instagram HEREhttps://www.instagram.com/businessforunicorns/Subscribe to Mark Fisher’s channel on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/markfisherhumanbeingCHAPTERS0:00 Intro and Perform Better Summer Sale3:15 Business for Unicorns: The Danger of Too Many Systems6:45 Auditing Your Gym Systems with Mark Fisher9:30 Why Healthy Programs Look Remarkably Similar13:15 The Chef vs. The Cook: Developing Your Training Recipe16:45 Avoiding the Trap of Program Hopping and Shit Soup20:00 Injury Trends and Being Introspective as a Coach23:15 Rethinking and Learning with Adam Grant Principles26:30 Why 220 Minus Age is a Flawed Max Heart Rate Formula29:45 Using Heart Rate Monitors for Real-Time Data33:00 Safe Interval Training and 10/20 Tempo Protocols35:45 Comparing Equipment: Assault, Rogue, and Airdyne Bikes36:46 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsVisit StrengthCoach.com to try the world's best coaching forum for free and check out Perform Better for the biggest sale of the year. If you enjoyed this episode, please like the video and subscribe for more expert coaching insights!Check out the HUGE Summer Sale at Perform Better- Up to 50% off select items!!https://www.PerformBetter.com 

Is getting your athletes stronger and faster as simple as so many coaches and trainers on the internet make it seem? Coach Mike Boyle joins us to pull back the curtain on the realities of elite performance training and why progress eventually hits a wall. Discover why the secret to speed might not be found in the weight room alone.BROUGHT TO YOU BY PERFORMBETTER.COM Check out the HUGE Summer Sale at Perform Better- Up to 50% off select items!!Also, the last of the Functional Training Summits is coming up in Providence Aug 20-22Bring your whole team for $849 or “Bring a Friend for Free” deal at https://www.PerformBetter.com In Episode 448 of the Strength Coach Podcast, host Anthony Renna sits down with legendary coach Mike Boyle to revisit the evolution of his speed and strength philosophies. They dive deep into the concept of latent development and why athletes often see massive gains in their early years only to struggle for every inch and millisecond later on. Coach Boyle shares personal insights from training his own son and college athletes, highlighting the difference between high responders and those who have to claw for every bit of progress.We also explore the relationship between relative strength and top-end speed, questioning the long-held belief that a bigger squat always equals a faster sprint. The conversation covers the importance of unilateral training, the role of neural efficiency, and the harsh reality of injury reduction in competitive sports. Plus, Mark Fisher from Business for Unicorns joins us to share a powerful tip on using client names to drive retention and build a community where every member feels seen.Key topics covered in this episode:-The myth of linear athletic progression-Why some athletes respond better to training than others-The impact of unilateral strength on performance-Real talk on injury reduction vs preventionWant to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom?Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns (https://businessforunicorns.com):Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE-https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-bookBook a free 10-minute intro call HEREhttps://go.businessforunicorns.com/brainstormFollow BFU on Instagram HEREhttps://www.instagram.com/businessforunicorns/Subscribe to Mark Fisher’s channel on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/markfisherhumanbeingCHAPTERS1:05 Introduction to Episode 4482:15 Perform Better Summer Sale and Events4:40 Business for Unicorns Power Play with Mark Fisher7:15 The Power of Using Client Names10:45 Coach Boyle on Speed and Strength Philosophy14:30 Why Athletic Progression is Not Linear18:15 Understanding Responders vs Non-Responders22:50 Does More Strength Always Mean More Speed27:40 Neural Efficiency and the Mystery of Elite Athletes31:20 Task Specificity and Specialized Training Goals35:45 The Reality of Injury Reduction and Coaching Fear40:10 Evolution of Strength Training and Unilateral Work43:28 Wrap Up and Final ThoughtsIf you enjoyed this deep dive into strength and conditioning, make sure to subscribe for more expert interviews and training insights. Head over to StrengthCoach.com to start your seven day free trial today and join the community.

Are we failing our young athletes by confusing early growth spurts with actual talent? In this episode of the Strength Coach Podcast, we dive deep into the systemic issues facing youth sports in America and why the early puberty Olympics might be ruining long-term development.BROUGHT TO YOU BY PERFORMBETTER.COM Check out the last upcoming Functional Training Summits Providence Aug 20-22Bring your whole team for $849 or “Bring a Friend for Free” deal at https://www.PerformBetter.com Host Anthony Renna is joined by legendary coach Mike Boyle and business expert Mark Fisher to discuss everything from high-performance mindsets to the complexities of injury rehabilitation. Mark Fisher kicks things off on the Business for Unicorns Fitness Business Power Play by exploring why successful people have a bias for action and how setting the earliest possible deadlines can transform your productivity as a gym owner or trainer.The heart of the episode focuses on the current state of youth sports and athlete development. Coach Boyle explains why the US system is often working backwards by selecting the biggest and fastest kids rather than the most skilled ones. We take a look at the Norway model, bio-banding, and the dangers of early specialization. Additionally, the conversation covers Scott Livingston’s insights on looking beyond the site of pain to find the true source of an injury, whether you are working with elite Cirque du Soleil performers or deconditioned adult fitness clients.Whether you are a strength coach, personal trainer, or physical therapist, this episode provides a roadmap for balancing smart, safe training with effective loading. Want to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom?Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns (https://businessforunicorns.com):Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE-https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-bookBook a free 10-minute intro call HEREhttps://go.businessforunicorns.com/brainstormFollow BFU on Instagram HEREhttps://www.instagram.com/businessforunicorns/Subscribe to Mark Fisher’s channel on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/markfisherhumanbeingCHAPTERS0:00 Intro and Perform Better Summer Summit2:15 Business for Unicorns: Bias for Action with Mark Fisher5:30 High Performers and the Earliest Possible Deadline8:45 Coach Mike Boyle on Youth Sport Maturation vs Skill12:10 The Early Puberty Olympics and Identifying Talent15:40 Lessons from European Soccer and Bio-Banding19:15 The US Youth Sports Problem and Specialization23:00 Norways Success: Keeping Kids in the Game Longer26:45 The Knee Was Never the Story: Lessons from Scott Livingston30:15 Intersection of Stupid and Cautious Training34:00 Does Posture Still Matter in Modern Fitness36:30 Uncovering Hidden Injury Histories in Adult Clients37:59 OutroReady to level up your coaching game? Visit StrengthCoach.com to start your seven-day free trial and join the conversation in the world’s longest-running fitness forum.