On this episode of Truth Serum with Tyler Minton, I sit down with Aaron Ausmus, former Head Strength Coach at the University of Southern California.

Aaron has spent years training some of the best athletes in the world, and he shares the real secret to getting athletes stronger — it’s not just about lifting heavy. From movement quality and mindset to the systems that built national championship teams at USC, this conversation breaks down what separates average training from elite performance.

We also dive into the role of recovery as a non-negotiable piece of high performance, and Aaron’s unique perspective as the creator of Sorinex’s Squatober, a global strength training movement.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone who wants to train with purpose, you’ll walk away with proven principles for strength, resilience, recovery, and lasting performance.

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