In this episode, host Liam Evans interviews Coach Mike Boyle, a renowned strength and conditioning coach with over 40 years of experience in the field. Coach Boyle shares insights into his approach to athletic development, focusing on youth athletes and the importance of starting training at a young age. He discusses his philosophy on strength training, performance enhancement, and long-term athletic development strategies.

Key Points

• Coach Boyle emphasizes the significance of the "learn to train" phase in youth athletic development, highlighting the importance of fundamental movement skills.
• He shares his experiences working with athletes across various sports, including hockey, baseball, and Olympic ice hockey.
• The discussion touches on the role of parents in the training process and the importance of creating a positive training environment for young athletes.
• Coach Boyle delves into the integration of strength training, plyometrics, and speed training in athletic development programs, emphasizing the need for proper progression and individualized training.

Chapters

• Introduction to Coach Mike Boyle and his Background
• Philosophy of Youth Athletic Development
• Training Approach for Different Athletes (Middle School, High School, College)
• Importance of Strength Training and Plyometrics
• Utilization of Technology in Training
• Addressing Parental Involvement and Expectations
• Progression in Training and Monitoring Performance
• Insights on Injury Prevention and Management
• Integration of Speed Training and Power Development
• Conclusion and Key Takeaways

Links:

IG: @michael_boyle1959 @mbscofficial

Mike’s youth training program: https://completeyouthtraining.com/

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In this episode, host Liam Evans interviews Rob Anderson, owner of The Athlete Academy, a strength and conditioning business in Scotland focused on youth athletic development. Rob shares his extensive experience working with youth athletes and emphasizes the importance of starting training at a young age to build a solid foundation of movement skills. He discusses the significance of individual improvement, the balance between competitiveness and skill development, and the integration of strength and conditioning into sports training. Rob also highlights the need for a holistic approach to training, focusing on movement competency and gradual progression in complexity. The episode delves into injury prevention, age-appropriate training, and the importance of tying strength and conditioning back to specific actions in the sport.

Chapters

• Introduction to Youth Athletic Development
• Early Specialization in Strength and Conditioning
• Balancing Competition and Individual Progress in Training
• Baseline Testing and Progress Monitoring
• Phases of Athletic Development Program
• Addressing Injury Prevention and Management
• Determining the Appropriate Age for Strength and Conditioning
• Integrating Strength and Conditioning into Sport-Specific Training
• Data Collection and Progress Reporting to Parents

Links:

IG: @_theathleteacademy

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In this episode, Nikki Garcia, a physiotherapist with the Toronto Raptors, discusses keeping athletes active during rehab by modifying activities. She emphasizes assessing risk with patients. Nikki covers common basketball injuries, explains various tendon problems, and offers injury risk and management tips. She highlights working with strength coaches, baseline tests, and knowing athletes' injury histories. Other topics include ACL rehab, core strengthening for back injuries, mind-muscle connection, and myths about the IT band.

Chapters

• Introduction and Background
• Modifying and Adapting Activities
• Injury Prevention Strategies
• Return-to-Play Process
• Isometric Exercises for Pain Management
• Collaboration Between Physiotherapists and Strength Coaches
• Baseline Testing and Injury History
• Mitigating the Risk of Injury: Addressing Asymmetries
• Individualized Approach to ACL Rehab
• Managing Lumbopelvic Injuries: The Role of Core Strengthening
• The Importance of the Mind-Muscle Connection in Training
• Clarifying Misconceptions: The IT Band and Stretching

Links:

IG: @nikkig.pt

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Missy Mitchell-McBeth, a seasoned strength and conditioning coach, discusses her book 'Developmental to Division One,' which serves as a guide for volleyball strength training. She addresses navigating the vast information available, the impact of social media on training, and the importance of fundamental movement skills, breathing mechanics, and core strength. Missy also covers plyometric progressions, proper landing techniques, and the role of the foot and ankle in jumping. She advises parents on supporting young athletes and underscores the significance of strength and conditioning in athletic development.

Show Notes:

Introduction and Background
Navigating the Overwhelming Volume of Training Information
Using Common Sense in Evaluating Training Videos
The Importance of Fundamental Movement Skills and Core Strength
The Importance of the Foot and Ankle Complex
Dispelling Misconceptions about Lifting Heavy Weights
Parental Support for Young Athletes
Prioritizing Strength and Conditioning for Athletic Development

Links:

IG: @missymmcbeth

Website: https://missymitchellmcbeth.com/

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In this conversation, Erica Suter, a strength coach and author, discusses her background in soccer, her passion for strength training, and her work with young female soccer players. She explains best practices for strength training with a young female athlete population and give thoughtful advice on how to navigate the world of youth soccer.

Show Notes:

• Passion for Strength Training and Performance Coaching
• The Importance of Mental Development in Youth Athletes
• Consistency in Strength Training to Prevent Injuries
• Factors Contributing to ACL Injuries in Female Athletes
• The Role of Nutrition, Protein, and Animal-Based Sources
• Recognizing and Addressing Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes
• Developing Proper Movement Patterns and Play-Based Movements
• Improving Speed: Training and Genetics
• Addressing Misconceptions and Prioritizing Nutrition and Self-Care During the Menstrual Cycle
• Choosing the Right College Program: Considerations and Compromises
• Prioritizing Strength Training and Self-Care from a Young Age

Links:

IG: @fitsoccerqueen

Website: ericasuter.com

Book: The Strong Female Athlete: A Female Athlete Guide to Improve Performance, Reduce Injury, and Increase Confidence

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In this conversation, I interview Arianna Luther, a sports performance coach at Bracy Performance in Chicago. We discuss Arianna's background in college athletics and her transition from the collegiate sector to the private sector. Arianna explains the importance of orientation, support systems, and foundational programs for freshmen athletes. We also discuss Arianna's approach to training swimmers and the challenges of working with a population that trains extensively in the pool and much more!

Show Notes:

• Introduction and Arianna’s Background in collegiate sports
• Her transition to the private sector
• Expectations and schedules of collegiate athletes and where S&C fits in
• The importance of having a foundational program for incoming athletes and what this includes
• The difficulties of training swimmers and how she goes about training this population
• The importance of micro-dosing speed and max velocity work for her athletes
• How we can use the weight room to become more robust athletes and why it matters
• The benefits of resistance training for athletes how to build buy-in

Links:

IG: @ariannaluther

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In this conversation, Liam Evans interviews Hunter Eisenhower about his Force System. The Force System is divided into four pillars: high force, fast force, slow force, and human force. The Force System is a comprehensive training framework designed to enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risk. They dive into the methods and reasons for each pillar and give practical recommendations.

Show notes:

• Introduction
• The Four Pillars of the Force System
• Developing Elasticity with the Fast Force Pillar
• Building Strength and Stability with the Slow Force Pillar
• Individualizing Training with the Human Force Pillar
• The High Force Component
• The Slow Force Component
• The Human Force Component
• Tailoring the Force System to Different Sports and Training Ages
• Implementing the Force System with Triathlon and Non-Field/Court Sport Athletes

Links:

IG: @huntereis_sp

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In this episode, Liam Evans interviews Abraham Armas, a strength and conditioning coach specializing in training footballers. They discuss the important qualities for footballers, plyometric progressions, long-term athletic development, training sessions for youth athletes, strength training, training speed and acceleration, what separates a good program from a bad program, building buy-in with footballers, and the relationship with sport coaches.

Show notes:

• Important Qualities for Footballers
• Plyometric Progressions
• Long-Term Athletic Development
• Training Sessions for Youth Athletes
• What Separates a Good Program from a Bad Program
• Building Buy-In with Footballers
• Relationship with Sport Coaches

Links:

IG: @armasdfw

Web: https://www.armasdfw.com/

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