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THIRST For More Podcast

De : Brandon Smitley | Terre Haute Intensity Resistance and Sports Training
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 The THIRST For More Podcast is designed to help provide insight and knowledge for the strength and conditioning, sports performance, personal training, online training, gym ownership, and health and fitness professionals. Host, Brandon Smitley, reaches out to various professionals in the industry and sits down with them to chat about becoming a better coach, how to improve athletic performance, improving communication, ideas for marketing and brand recognition, and general information on just accelerating your career and life. Brandon is the co-owner of Terre Haute Intensity Resistance and Sports Training (THIRST), a locally owned gym in Terre Haute, Indiana. He trains and works with youth athletes, personal training clients, and strength sport athletes. Brandon's goal is to "Build Better People Through Strength". Connect with Brandon and the THIRST For More Podcast below. Instagram: @team.thirst Instagram: @bsmitley Website: http://thirstgym.comCopyright 2026 Brandon Smitley | Terre Haute Intensity Resistance and Sports Training Hygiène et vie saine
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  • E 64 | Progressive Overload Myths: The Evidence-Based Truth Coaches Need to Know

    E 64 | Progressive Overload Myths: The Evidence-Based Truth Coaches Need to Know
    Mar 2 2026
    Episode SummaryProgressive overload is the cornerstone of every effective training program — and one of the most misrepresented concepts in the fitness industry. In this episode, we go beyond the oversimplified "just add weight" advice and break down seven evidence-based myths that are limiting gains and leading coaches to program ineffectively. Whether you're a strength coach, personal trainer, or serious trainee, this episode will give you a more sophisticated, research-backed framework for applying progressive overload at every stage of training.WHAT'S COVEREDMyth #1 — Progressive Overload Means Adding Weight The research shows load is only one of six overload variables. A 2017 study by Schoenfeld's lab found equivalent hypertrophy across wide load ranges when volume was equated — meaning load alone is not the determining factor for muscle growth at the intermediate and advanced level.Myth #2 — You Must Progress Every Single Session The supercompensation model shows adaptation occurs over training blocks, not individual sessions. Chasing session-to-session PRs increases injury risk and is antithetical to sound periodization principles.Myth #3 — More Is Always Better Exceeding maximum recoverable volume produces catabolic outcomes. The research on overtraining syndrome shows performance decrements can last six months or more in severe cases. Volume must be periodized — not monotonically increased.Myth #4 — Progressive Overload Is Universal Training age, chronological age, and individual response variability require individualized progression models. HERITAGE Family Study data revealed VO2max responses to identical protocols ranging from 0% to over 40% improvement in the same population.Myth #5 — Soreness Equals Progress The repeated bout effect shows that reduced DOMS after repeated exposures is a sign of successful adaptation — not a plateau. Chasing soreness is not an evidence-based programming strategy.Myth #6 — Technique Doesn't Count as Overload Technique improvements that increase mechanical tension on target musculature at the same external load are a legitimate and measurable form of progressive overload. Tempo manipulation research confirms this.Myth #7 — Overload Only Applies to Strength Training Progressive overload governs all physical adaptation — including conditioning, mobility, and sport-specific training. Loaded progressive stretching research from Kassiano et al. (2022) confirms the principle applies even to flexibility and range-of-motion development.PRACTICAL TAKEAWAYSUse all six overload variables: load, volume, density, range of motion, technique, and variationEvaluate training sessions by stimulus quality — not by whether a new PR was setPeriodize volume in accumulation and intensification phases; always include deloadsMatch progression models to training age and chronological ageTrack performance metrics, not soreness levelsApply technique refinement before defaulting to additional load or volumeApply progressive overload principles across all fitness domains — not just the weight roomKEY RESEARCH CITEDKrieger JW (2010) — Single vs. multiple sets, JSCRSchoenfeld BJ et al. (2017) — Load and hypertrophyKreher & Schwartz (2012) — Overtraining Syndrome, Sports HealthDeschenes MR (2004) — Age-related neuromuscular changesMcHugh MP (2003) — The repeated bout effect, SJMSSLorenz & Morrison (2018) — Periodization review, SCJKassiano et al. (2022) — Muscle length and hypertrophy, Sports MedicineDISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical, fitness, or professional advice. Always consult with qualified healthcare and fitness professionals before making changes to your training, supplementation, nutrition, or health practices. Individual results may vary. The host and producers are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any information, suggestions, or procedures discussed in this podcast.Subscribe & Review:If this episode added value to your training knowledge, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review! Your feedback helps us reach more fitness enthusiasts, coaches, lifters, athletes or anyone who can benefit from quality training information.About Brandon SmitleyInstagram: @bsmitley @team.thirstSubscribe On YouTube!Website: THIRSTgym.comBrandon Smitley is a world renowned strength coach and athlete for over a decade. He and his wife, Adrian, own Terre Haute Intensity Resistance and Sports Training (THIRST) where they work with youth athletes and personal training clients of all ages. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in Health and Fitness, and his Master’s degree from Indiana State University in Physical Education and Coaching. Brandon has been awarded Personal Trainer of the Year Awards from Purdue University and Indiana State University as well is the 2020 Reader's Choice for Best Personal Trainer in Terre ...
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    53 min
  • E 63 | Recruiting Services, Showcases, and Highlights: The Multi-Billion Dollar Industry Selling False Hope

    E 63 | Recruiting Services, Showcases, and Highlights: The Multi-Billion Dollar Industry Selling False Hope
    Feb 16 2026
    Episode Summary

    The recruiting pipeline is a multi-billion dollar industry selling families a dream that statistically almost never comes true. In this episode, I expose the economics behind recruiting platforms, showcase tournaments, and highlight reel services. I share what college coaches actually say about how they recruit (hint: 80% prefer a direct email over any platform), break down why less than 5% of athletes at showcases get genuinely evaluated, and address the alarming trend of recruiting profiles for twelve-year-olds. Then I give you a seven-step framework that costs 95% less and delivers better results. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or fitness professional, this is the recruiting reality check the industry doesn’t want you to hear.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    1. The youth sports market exceeds $40 billion annually, with billions flowing into the recruiting pipeline sub-industry (platforms, showcases, highlight reels, recruiting services)

    2. Only about 7% of high school athletes play college sports at any level; roughly 2% receive any athletic scholarship

    3. 80% of college coaches surveyed said they dislike receiving messages from recruiting platforms; 98% prefer direct personal emails from athletes

    4. At a typical showcase with ~960 athletes, fewer than 50 may be genuinely evaluated by attending coaches

    5. Professional highlight reels are less useful to coaches than raw game footage uploaded for free to YouTube

    6. Recruiting profiles for 12-year-olds serve parental anxiety, not athletic development

    7. The proven recruiting approach (direct email, school-specific camps, coaching networks, honest self-assessment) costs $2–4K total vs. $60–80K for the all-in pipeline approach

    Research & Sources:

    • NCAA Recruiting Facts Sheet (2024 data)

    • NCAA Estimated Probability of Competing in College Athletics

    • Aspen Institute – State of Play / Project Play Reports

    • Youth Sports Business Report – Industry Data & Analysis

    • Athlete College Advisors – Coach Communication Preferences Survey

    • PwC Sports Industry Outlook Report

    • TIME Magazine – “How Kids’ Sports Became a $15 Billion Industry”

    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical, fitness, or professional advice. Always consult with qualified healthcare and fitness professionals before making changes to your training, supplementation, nutrition, or health practices. Individual results may vary. The host and producers are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any information, suggestions, or procedures discussed in this podcast.

    Subscribe & Review:

    If this episode added value to your training knowledge, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review! Your feedback helps us reach more fitness enthusiasts, coaches, lifters, athletes or anyone who can benefit from quality training information.

    About Brandon Smitley

    Instagram: @bsmitley @team.thirst

    Subscribe On YouTube!

    Website: THIRSTgym.com

    Brandon Smitley is a world renowned strength coach and athlete for over a decade. He and his wife, Adrian, own Terre Haute Intensity Resistance and Sports Training (THIRST) where they work with youth athletes and personal training clients of all ages. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in Health and Fitness, and his Master’s degree from Indiana State University in Physical...
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  • E 62 | Why You Feel Like a Fraud: Imposter Syndrome in Fitness Professionals

    E 62 | Why You Feel Like a Fraud: Imposter Syndrome in Fitness Professionals
    Feb 9 2026
    Episode Summary

    Imposter syndrome is one of the most common and least discussed challenges facing fitness professionals today. In this solo episode, we go deep on the psychology, the science, and the solutions — giving you a research-backed framework for managing the feeling that you’re not good enough, even when the evidence says otherwise.

    WHAT WE COVER

    1. The origins of imposter syndrome research (Clance & Imes, 1978)
    2. Prevalence data: why ~70% of people experience this at some point
    3. Dr. Valerie Young’s five imposter subtypes (Perfectionist, Expert, Natural Genius, Soloist, Superhuman)
    4. Five industry-specific vulnerability factors: low barrier to entry, social media comparison, evolving science, attribution confusion, and professional isolation
    5. Career costs: undercharging, avoided opportunities, burnout, and certification hoarding
    6. The R.E.A.L.S. Framework: Reframe, Externalize, Accept, Leverage Community, Set Benchmarks
    7. A 5-step action plan to implement this week

    KEY TAKEAWAYS

    1. Imposter syndrome targets competent people who cannot internalize their competence — it’s not about actual lack of skill.

    2. The fitness industry creates unique conditions (low barrier to entry, visual comparison culture, evolving science) that amplify imposter feelings.

    3. More certifications do not fix imposter syndrome — research shows IP scores don’t decrease with increased credentials.

    4. The goal is not eliminating imposter feelings but changing your relationship with them through cognitive reframing, evidence documentation, and professional community.

    5. Imposter syndrome has measurable career costs including lower income, avoided growth opportunities, and increased burnout risk.

    RESOURCES MENTIONED:

    • Clance, P.R. & Imes, S.A. (1978). The imposter phenomenon in high achieving women. Psychotherapy: Theory, Research & Practice, 15(3), 241–247.

    • Bravata, D.M. et al. (2020). Prevalence, predictors, and treatment of impostor syndrome: A systematic review. Journal of General Internal Medicine, 35(4), 1252–1275.

    • Neureiter, M. & Traut-Mattausch, E. (2016). An inner barrier to career development. Frontiers in Psychology, 7, 48.

    • Vergauwe, J. et al. (2015). Fear of being exposed: The trait-relatedness of the impostor phenomenon. Journal of Vocational Behavior, 88, 182–187.

    • Hofmann, S.G. et al. (2012). The efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy: A meta-analysis. Cognitive Therapy and Research, 36, 427–440.

    • Cokley, K. et al. (2018). The roles of gender stigma consciousness and impostor phenomenon in career development. Journal of Career Development, 45(2), 141–154.

    • Rozgonjuk, D. et al. (2021). Social comparison orientation mediates the relationship between social media use and self-esteem. Computers in Human Behavior, 115, 106587.

    • Gloster, A.T. et al. (2020). The empirical status of acceptance and commitment therapy: A review. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 18, 181–192.

    • Hutchins, H.M. et al. (2018). What imposters risk at work: Exploring burnout and coping. Human Resource Development Quarterly, 29(3), 267–293.

    • Locke, E.A. & Latham, G.P. (2002). Building a practically useful theory of goal setting. American Psychologist, 57(9), 705–717.

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