Welcome to the FAST Performance Baseball Podcast! In this episode, your host Cole Thomas engages in an insightful and thought-provoking conversation with none other than John (JC) Cole, the managing partner at FAST Performance and a distinguished high-level performance coach. JC's wealth of knowledge in high-performance philosophies and his extensive experience working with numerous athletes, including legendary downhill skiing icons Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn, make him the perfect guest to dive deep into the world of strength and conditioning.

Titled "Putting the 'Conditioning' Back into Strength and Conditioning," this episode delves into a fundamental aspect of athletic performance – how conditioning can sometimes take a backseat to the pursuit of sheer size and strength. JC challenges conventional notions and explores whether being the biggest athlete is truly the key to high performance or if it may come at the expense of injury mitigation.

Throughout the discussion, Cole Thomas and JC Cole examine the fine balance between developing strength and maintaining optimal conditioning. They explore the potential trade-offs and risks associated with focusing solely on bulking up without adequately considering the importance of functional fitness and overall conditioning for athletic success.

Drawing from his remarkable experience, JC shares compelling anecdotes and real-world examples, shedding light on how the integration of conditioning principles can significantly impact an athlete's performance and long-term well-being. Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights on the importance of developing well-rounded athletes who excel not only in strength but also in agility, flexibility, and overall physical resilience.

Whether you're a baseball player, a sports enthusiast, or someone intrigued by the intricacies of high-performance training, this episode of the FAST Performance Baseball Podcast is bound to offer a fresh perspective on conditioning and its crucial role in achieving peak athletic performance. So, join Cole Thomas and JC Cole as they embark on this captivating exploration of the fascinating world where strength meets conditioning, and high performance is redefined. Get ready to be inspired and informed by the expertise of a true master in the field of sports performance!