Episode 433 of the Strength Coach Podcast, "Train Like an Olympian: Consistency is Key!" is out.

This episode dives into the importance of year-round training programs for elite athletes, featuring insights from Coach Mike Boyle and host Anthony Renna. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or fitness enthusiast, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and fascinating stories from the world of Olympic and professional sports.

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**Highlights of the episode:**

- The evolution of training for Olympic athletes, especially in women's hockey before and after the PWHL launch.

- How consistency in training has been the foundation for athletes like Angela Ruggiero and Hilary Knight.

- Practical tips for creating effective training programs that balance accountability and year-round conditioning.

- The role of on-ice and off-ice testing in athlete development.

- Insights on lactate workouts, their relevance beyond track athletes, and how to adapt them for team sports.

- A fun look at how the women's hockey game has evolved globally, with increased competition and talent.

We also dive into fitness business tips with Mark Fisher, who shares strategies for boosting sales without being pushy. Plus, learn how to help clients connect with their deeper fitness goals to achieve long-term success!

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Thanks for tuning in! Hit that play button to discover how training like an Olympian starts with consistency and ends with extraordinary results.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:38 - Mark Fisher Insights

07:08 - Coach Boyle Techniques

09:54 - Training Olympians Effectively

12:44 - Consistency in Training Importance

14:44 - Professional Women's Hockey Growth

16:38 - Evolving Game Strategies

18:58 - Future of Women's Hockey Development

21:00 - Lactate Workouts- 23 Second Drill Overview

25:40 - Aerodyne Sprints Benefits

29:06 - Targeting Lower Abs Exercises

33:09 - Recovery Position Techniques

Episode 432 of the Strength Coach Podcast Brought to You by Perform Better

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Join host Anthony Renna as he chats with Coach Mike Boyle. They spoke about why terminology matters, new training strategies, and practical advice to help coaches and trainers level up their craft. Plus, Coach Boyle shares his thoughts on the importance of functional anatomy in athletic performance.

Highlights of the episode include:

- The ongoing debate: Does rotary power come from the hips or the ground?

- Why anti-rotation exercises play a smart role in core training and how they fit the bigger picture.

- Glute activation insights sparked by toe wedges – are they worth it?

- Sled sprints vs. hill sprints – breaking down their effectiveness for athletes.

- Naming exercises correctly: Addressing confusion around jumps, hops, bounds, and more.

- For the Business for Unicorns Fitness Business Power Play, Mark Fisher is on to talk about Getting More Leads Without Paid ads

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This episode is packed with actionable strategies and fresh insights for strength coaches, trainers, and fitness enthusiasts alike. Thanks for listening, and don’t miss out on the full episode!

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:33 - Mark Fisher’s Getting More Leads Tips

09:50 - Coaches Corner with Mike Boyle

12:56 - Anti-Rotation Exercises Explained

26:23 - Big Toe Wedge Benefits

31:30 - Hill Sprints vs Weighted Sled

35:45 - Exercise Naming

41:15 - Importance of Terminology

Episode 431 of the Strength Coach Podcast, features Dr. Haley Perlus, a PhD in sport and exercise psychology and author of "Personal Podium."

Brought to you by Perform Better, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and expert insights to help you optimize your mental game.

Dr. Perlus breaks down how biology, thoughts, and emotions are interconnected, offering strategies to align them for optimal results. Plus, hear fascinating stories from sports legends like the 1980 Olympic hockey team and Eric Heiden, bringing real-life applications to the discussion.

Highlights of the episode:

- Dr. Perlus talks about reframing anxiety as energy to fuel peak performance and shares practical tools to help athletes and professionals manage pressure effectively.

- We spoke about mental blocks, what they are, and how to overcome them to achieve fluid performance.

- Changing your relationship with pressure: Learn why pressure isn't the enemy but an invitation to thrive.

- Working with injured athletes: Tips for managing expectations and building resilience for a successful comeback.

- A fresh perspective on mental toughness and how to achieve it without relying solely on external motivators.

- Insights into why tracking devices should complement, not replace, self-awareness and evaluation in training and recovery.

- Mark Fisher will give us some tips on using Instagram on the Business for Unicorns Fitness Business Power Play

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Thanks for listening! Tune in to gain valuable tools and techniques to reframe anxiety, turn pressure into performance, and elevate your mental game.

CHAPTERS:

01:20 - Intro

03:15 - Business of Unicorns - Fitness Business Power Play

10:59 - How Our Thoughts Impact Performance

14:12 - Overcoming Mental Blocks

21:47 - Embracing Pressure as an Opportunity

24:34 - Identifying Performance Cues

25:44 - The Miracle on Ice: Leveraging Pressure

30:40 - Strategies for Managing Pressure

34:55 - Supporting Injured Athletes

39:55 - Challenging Yourself for Growth

43:10 - Importance of Performance Tracking

44:52 - Balancing Trackers and Self-Awareness

48:35 - Developing Mental Toughness

51:04 - Mastering Emotional Control

55:40 - Overview of “Personal Podium”

56:05 - Optimizing Mindset for Peak Performance

57:54 - Thank You