When you’re working with the best athletes in the world, every detail counts — from force plate data to how well they sleep.

Welcome to Oak Performance Radio, the show built for athletes, parents, and coaches who want to optimize performance and minimize injury — on and off the field.

Episode Highlights

In this episode, athletic performance coach Brian Buck returns to talk about what it really takes to support elite athletes. From force plate metrics to off-season planning and resilience work, Brian walks us through how data, recovery, and collaboration shape the careers of high-level performers. He also shares how fun and education stay at the heart of everything he does — even with world-class athletes.

Key Insights

• How Brian uses force plate data to guide athlete training and monitor readiness.

• Why sleep and nutrition remain two of the most overlooked areas in elite performance.

• The importance of in-season health vs. off-season gains.

• How pro-level training gets tailored to each athlete’s history, sport, and personal goals.

• The role of collaboration and open communication between coaches, therapists, and pro teams.

• Why making training enjoyable is a non-negotiable, even for top-tier athletes.

Episode Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:26 Brian Buck's Background and Role

02:51 Working with High-Level Athletes

06:31 Off-Season Training and Individualization

07:49 Challenges and Importance of Sleep and Nutrition

14:35 Communication and Collaboration with Teams

14:49 Force Plate Data and Adaptations

15:16 Handling Variables and Making Decisions.

15:31 Reflecting on Performance and Adjusting Training.

Call to Action

Follow Brian on Instagram @brianbuck6 to see more of the work he’s doing with high-performing athletes and get a glimpse behind the scenes of elite training environments. Share this episode with a coach or athlete who could benefit from this approach.

Supporting Information

Instagram: @brianbuck6

Oak Strength: https://oakstrength.com

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