In this episode, Coach Hagen Little joins James Burk to discuss strength and conditioning, athletic development, and career transitions across collegiate and high school levels. They dive into practical training strategies, including adapting deadlifts, managing powerlifting schedules, and introducing the 1x20 program for junior high athletes while emphasizing foundational movement and long-term athletic growth.

In this episode of the S&C Chit Chat Podcast, host James Burk sits down with Coach Alexander Fotioo from the University of Central Arkansas (UCA). Coach Fotioo shares key insights on performance training methods, injury prevention strategies, and implementing balance training protocols. They also dive into velocity-based training (VBT), top-end speed drills, squat variations, and recommended strength and conditioning literature and podcasts for coaches and athletes alike.

In this episode of S&C Chit Chat, we sit down with Brant Bailey, Strength & Conditioning Coach at Tarleton State University, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of modern collegiate Strength and Conditioning. Coach Bailey shares insider insights on navigating Tarleton State's transition from NCAA Division II to the FCS level, modernizing weight room facilities, and implementing data-driven strength protocols to optimize player performance and durability.

Key Topics Covered:

• Program Transition & Facility Upgrades: Transitioning to FCS, featuring Tarleton State's new 21-rack state-of-the-art facility and dedicated Texan fueling station.
• Staff Operations & Collaboration: S&C team structure, utilizing intern talent for nutrition guidance, and maintaining daily alignment with athletic training staff.
• Training Methodologies & Technology: Programming lower-body strength with Sorex belt squats, leveraging Perch velocity-based training (VBT), monitoring GPS player loads, and executing Thursday power sessions.
• Professional Resources: Top recommended podcasts for coaches, including The Dolce Diet, Les Spellman, and Mind Pump.

Whether you are a strength & conditioning coach, athletic trainer, sports performance specialist, or student-athlete looking to elevate your training protocols, this episode is packed with actionable advice and practical industry knowledge. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a rating, and share this episode with your coaching staff!