In this episode of PA Chalk Up, we welcome Fred Hale, Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning at the legendary University of Notre Dame football program.

Fred brings years of experience working at the highest levels of collegiate football, and he currently helps lead the physical preparation for one of the most iconic teams in NCAA history. From developing explosive power and durability in elite athletes to managing training loads across a demanding D1 season, Fred offers a deep dive into what it takes to build a high-performance environment at scale.

We cover:

- The performance philosophy behind Notre Dame Football

- How Fred structures training in-season vs. off-season

- The culture and standards that separate good from great

Whether you’re coaching high school, college, or pro, this episode is packed with takeaways to level up your program. Fred’s grounded, science-backed, and athlete-first approach is a masterclass in modern S&C.👉 Tap in to learn what it really takes to develop championship-level athletes at Notre Dame.

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Coach Hale:

Instagram - ⁠@halefreddy55

Manny Silveira:

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Enquiries:

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