In this episode, James Burk, Brock Calvo, Jaxson Money, and Colin Elliot chat with HSU alumni Cameron Prader, an alum who is now the Internship Coordinator and Sports Science Coordinator for SMU Football. They dive into Prader's career journey, from his time at Hardin-Simmons University to his professional blueprint. The discussion covers his philosophy for training interns—prioritizing hard work and on-time arrival—and the core principles of SMU's football strength and conditioning program, including their four-day upper/lower split, daily posterior chain work, and the use of the Catapult system with "Player Load" as a key metric.

SOCIAL:

https://www.instagram.com/primetimeprater/?hl=en

In this must-listen episode of S&C Chit Chat, we sit down with John Bloom—Strength and Conditioning Coach at Parish Episcopal School, founder of Elevated Athlete Development, and host/author of the Strength and Numbers podcast and book. John provides incredible insight into his transition from collegiate D1 men's basketball to running his own private business, Elevated Athlete Development, discussing the motivations for seeking greater autonomy. We dive deep into:

• The Power of Mentorship: John shares how Tim Ferriss’s Tribe of Mentors inspired him to write his book, creating an essential resource for new S&C professionals.
• Coaching Certifications & Business Savvy: Hear his take on the practical value of certifications like Precision Nutrition versus the CSCS, and the importance of hiring smart people and developing marketing and sales systems in a private coaching business.
• Training Philosophy: We cover his application of FRC and RPR components at the high school level, how he defines training "blocks" as a superset of exercises, and his approach to training young athletes for skill acquisition.

John also shares a vital piece of advice for new coaches—focus on coaching competence first—and recommends Range by David Epstein. Don't miss this one!

SOCIAL:

https://www.instagram.com/johnbloom30/?hl=en

https://x.com/johnbloom30?lang=en

OTHER PODCAST:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strength-in-numbers-podcast/id1811118851

https://basketballimmersion.com/the-basketball-podcast-ep359-with-john-bloom-on-insights-from-expert-coaches/

https://www.samsonequipment.com/strength-coach-podcast/e133-john-bloom/?srsltid=AfmBOoo2u0G0E4oIM7BXYeG0Udecld5Yx06ueboZqqo42_bnHjNoYHpA

https://coachobrien.com/episode-133/

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/strengthcoachcollective/episodes/John-Bloom--Episode-133-e2buatb/a-aak21i2

S&C Chit Chat is your essential resource for actionable strength and conditioning coaching philosophies. Join us as we dive deep with leading experts like Coach Scott Leech of Rhode Island to discuss cutting-edge athlete development. We cover everything from programming strategies—including prioritizing RDLs and a five-day high-low offseason structure—to hands-on coaching techniques like "scores and stops" and "contact prep" drills. Gain the confidence and practical knowledge you need to build athlete buy-in and implement new methods, moving beyond "old school" ways. Perfect for coaches, interns, and anyone passionate about modern S&C.

SOCIAL:

https://www.instagram.com/sleech72/

https://x.com/ScottLeech72

PRODUCTS:

Gridiron Warrior- https://scottleech72.gumroad.com/l/Gridiron

Scores and Stops- https://scoresandstops.com/

Contact Prep Course- https://scottleech72.gumroad.com/l/Contact

OTHER PODCAST:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gridiron-warrior-podcast/id1844851139

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/scott-leech-merging-football-training/id1695907028?i=1000675015028

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smarter-high-school-strength-conditioning-with-scott/id267200514?i=1000741932336

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/scott-leech-designing-and-implementing-better-agility/id1527568824?i=1000723934077

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-better-athletes-scott-leech-on-high-school/id1720375694?i=1000657146125

In this candid chat with Colton Razo from Ohio State University, we dive deep into the strength and conditioning profession. Coach Razo shares invaluable advice for young coaches on networking professionally (using LinkedIn and respectful outreach) and discusses the unexpected administrative challenges of a full-time role, including their successful experience with writing grants. We also cover their systematic approach to track and field workout design, the use of Velocity-Based Training (VBT) devices for program evaluation, and a coaching philosophy that prioritizes internal feedback over filming. Plus, get their top book recommendation, Science and Practice of Strength Training by Mel Siff.

SOCIAL:

https://www.instagram.com/razo_strength/

OTHER PODCAST:

https://podcasts.apple.com/gt/podcast/385-why-the-best-strength-coaches-are-ghosts-colton/id1454042483?i=1000738308014

In this episode of the S&C Intern Chit Chat Podcast, James Burk and the interns sit down with Nick Mascioli, Strength Coach at Houston Second Baptist, for an in-depth discussion on Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD). Mascioli breaks down his K-12 progression model, which moves from foundational motor skills in Pre-K to building the habit of measurement with sprinting data in middle school, and finally to "chasing numbers" with key performance indicators (KPIs) and bar speed tracking in high school. The conversation also covers the tactical use of sports science technology—including Output Sport, Dasher, OVR, and the Rock Daisy data management system—and the philosophy behind implementing game day lifts for young athletes.

SOCIAL:

https://x.com/mascioli_nick

https://www.instagram.com/sbs_athleticperformance/?hl=en

OTHER PODCAST:

https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/ep-22-nick-mascioli-transforming-the-weight-room-into/id1811118851?i=1000725696237

https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/e103-nick-mascioli/id1522528277?i=1000597860487

https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/episode-71-training-high-school-athletes-with-nick/id1387367873?i=1000483243286

https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/episode-16-pittsburgh-pirates-organization-strength/id1387367873?i=1000419059741

In this episode of the S&C Intern Chit Chat Podcast, special guest Peter Kenn from SMU dives deep into his strength and conditioning philosophy. He breaks down the tier system as a flexible training management approach, ideal for maintaining training consistency despite missed sessions.

Kenn discusses how he tailors training for diverse Olympic sports like swimming, soccer, and equestrian, emphasizing needs analysis and foundational athleticism. He also offers a transparent look at the SMU internship program, focusing on mentorship, hands-on experience (including using sports science tech like the plymat and Nordboard), and a coaching philosophy that values critical thinking over D1 playing experience. Finally, he shares his top book and resource recommendations for young coaches looking to advance their career and organizational knowledge.

SOCIAL:

https://www.instagram.com/peterkenn1

https://x.com/PeterKenn1

OTHER PODCAST COACH KENN HAS BEEN ON:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-coaches-should-embrace-being-wrong-with-peter-kenn/id1522528277?i=1000739852308

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strength-coach-is-an-asset-to-everyone/id1688781157?i=1000690918361

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peter-kenn-director-of-olympic-performance-smu-108/id1706391289?i=1000731608327

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/24-creating-a-shared-understanding-inside/id1668860146?i=1000610431530

https://www.nsca.tv/videos/ep-114-joe-kenn-peter-kenn-w-captions

https://youtu.be/-FMe-F1GEoM?si=ecfVAVD8lzftCZnV

Join James Burk and his crew as they chat with Dakota Flash Wilson, D2 Strength and Conditioning Coach at Ouachita Baptist. Coach Wilson shares invaluable insights on his philosophy for success at the D2 level, including prioritizing work ethic in interns, the transition from peer to coach, embracing the "performance coach" role, and the strategic use of Velocity-Based Training (VBT) with Vituv and OVR jump bars. Plus, learn why he believes sleep is the single biggest performance limiter for college athletes and his "blunt one number" approach to communicating data with sport coaches.

SOCIAL:

https://x.com/Coach_Dflash

https://www.instagram.com/coach_dflash_wilson

OTHER PODCAST WITH DAKOTA FLASH WILSON

https://youtu.be/2JdAHLSIS7U?si=zTESHoTMdp5npZ9E

https://youtu.be/56aDHhi20qw?si=jTS8nQ0Ky_9CgCgB

We are incredibly lucky to host a true legend and icon in the strength and conditioning business, Kevin Yoxall (aka Yox).Join us for a deep dive into Yoxall's extensive coaching career from TCU and UCLA to Auburn, his transition to a sales role with Dynamic Fitness and Strength, and the evolution of his training philosophy. He shares invaluable advice for young coaches, including why to avoid the "performance coach" title, the power of strong relationships, and his unwavering belief in mastering the basics and proper technique over overcomplicating training. Yoxall also discusses his experience coaching diverse sports, managing interns, and the powerful "why" that drives his passion for developing athletes into responsible adults.

SOCIAL:

https://www.instagram.com/kevinyoxall

OTHER PODCASTS YOX HAS BEEN ON:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kevin-yoxall-dynamic-fitness-and-strength/id1659846420?i=1000644479251

https://tawatson.com/podcast/resilient-stories-with-coach-kevin-yoxall/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coach-kevin-yox-yoxall-with-dynamic-fitness-strength/id1047756191?i=1000529649872