Athlete Builder

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast, we talk with Parkview Sport Medicines registered dietitian Samantha Main. Samantha discusses various aspects of nutrition to optimize performance for athletes. She shares her personal journey of overcoming disordered eating and how it led her to pursue a career in nutrition. Samantha emphasizes the complexity of nutrition and the challenges of strivi...

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we are joined by Mark and Morgan Hagee. Mark and Morgan are specialists in the kicking world of football and discuss their journey and expertise in this conversation. They share how they got started in kicking and punting, the role of soccer in their development, and their experiences playing in high school and college. They also discuss the importanc...

In this episode of the Athlete Builder Podcast, Kenny Bigbee Jr. shares his journey from high school to becoming a Navy SEAL. He discusses his background in martial arts and his motivation to join the military. Kenny talks about the challenges he faced in basic training and the process of hiding in the Navy to become eligible for BUD/S training. He also shares his experience with Lasik surgery and...

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast, John Harley, the head coach of the rugby team at Marion University, shares his journey from playing football to coaching rugby. He discusses the growth and success of the rugby program at Marion, including their transition to Division 1 and their victories against bigger teams. John emphasizes the importance of building a winning culture and instilli...

Welcome back to the Athlete Builder Podcast. In this episode we sit and talk with Mickey Marotti, the associate athletic director for sports performance at Ohio State. We start with his extensive 37 year journey in the field of strength and conditioning. He shares insights into mat drills and their role in building mental toughness. Marotti also highlights the importance of clarity of purpose for...

Welcome back to the Athlete Builder Podcast. In this conversation, Jim Beebe and Lucas Lorian discuss Lucas' journey in sports, his desire to play beyond high school, and the lessons he learned as an athlete and coach. They emphasize the importance of focus, appreciation, and mindset in achieving success. They debunk the myth of natural talent and highlight the significance of hard work and knowle...

Summary   In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we talk wi Dr. Todd McDougle, also known as the Strongman Doc. Dr. McDougle shares his journey from bodybuilding and strongman competitions to becoming a chiropractor and working with world-class athletes. He discusses how he overcame adversity and developed resilience, as well as the impact of his experiences on his confidence and decision-...

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we sit at talk with Jesse Coomer. Jesse is a human performance specialist and breath work expert. We discuss the power of breath work and its impact on human performance. He explains how breathing influences our physiology and psychology, and how conscious control of our breath can improve our ability to think critically and perform under pressure. Je...

Welcome back to the Athlete Builder Podcast. In this episode we have Matt Nicholson. Matt is the strength coach for Illinois State football and shares his journey in the field of strength and conditioning. He discusses his background as a college athlete and captain, as well as his experience coaching at various schools. Matt emphasizes the importance of building relationships and understanding th...

 In this episode of The Athlete Builder podcast we have Chad Dockery. Chad Dockery is the athletic director at Evansville Memorial Reitz High School and shares his journey in sports and education. He emphasizes the importance of knowing oneself and finding a balance between personal aspirations and societal expectations. Chad discusses the challenges of talent without work ethic and the need for p...

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast, Dr. Zach Riley, a former athlete and current professor, shares his journey in becoming a successful thrower. He discusses his background in sports, his transition to college athletics, and the importance of self-awareness and confidence. Dr. Riley emphasizes the need to overcome fear and take risks in order to reach one's full potential. He also high...

Welcome back to The Athlete Builder Podcast. In this episode we have with us Craig Haggard. Craig Haggard is a former Marine Corps pilot and current state representative, discusses his military experience, transition to civilian life, and his passion for health initiatives in Indiana. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork, prioritization, and maintaining high standards. Craig also highlights th...

In this episode of the Athlete Builder Podcast we have our first ever panel style discussion with 5 Division 1 athletes. All five play football at Ball State University and play linebacker. In this discussion you will learn how these athletes manage their time as a student athlete at the division 1 level as well as the misconceptions and realities that come along with it. We also discuss how reps...

In episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we have with us Dan Brown. Dan is a strength and conditioning and a USAW level 2 coach. He also has a Phd and owns Lift Lab with multiple sites across Indianapolis. This show explores the power of words and the ability to choose how we feel. It emphasizes that words only have power if we give them power and that we can control how we respond to what others...

In this Episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we have our first ever book analysis discussing and breaking down Atomic Habits Written by James Clear. We cover the book chapter by chapter and discuss the highlights and key points throughout. We relate these key points and make connections to help athletes create better habits and processes that will help them achieve more in their sports. Our supp...

In this episode of the Athlete Podcast we talk with the new head of West Side Barbell Tom Barry. Tom Barry was hand picked by legendary strength coach Louie Simmons before his passing in 2022. Outside of training athletes Tom is responsible for all of West Side Barbells operations, but most importantly preserving the legacey of Louie Simmons who is West Side Barbell. Our supplements of choice: Joc...

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we talk with Shane Sweatt, a strength and conditioning coach and owner of The Sweatt Shop in Cincinnati Ohio. Shane has a resume expanding over 20 years and has worked with Olympic and professional level athletes across multiple sports. Shane also worked with CrossFit as a subject matter expert where held siminars and clinics. In this episode Shane wi...

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we are talking with Jesse Dale. Jesse has 20+ years of experience in bodybuilding, fitness and coaching. Jesse is also a business man who owns and operates Macro Missionary. You will learn from this episode what it means to master the mundane and being commuted to your process whether it be training, nutrition or business. Our supplements of choice: J...

In this episode of the Athlete Builder Podcast we talk with U.S Army Ranger Coy Anderson. A Plainfield native and former member of Unbreakable Athletics Academy. We cover many different topics including training, recovery and the mindset it required to become an Army Ranger. Our supplements of choice: Jocko Fuel: https://jockofuel.com/products/jocko-go-energy-drink?variant=46916594598183 Our podca...

Welcome to The Athlete Builder Podcast! We are here to help athletes accomplish goals, go from JV to Varstiy, All-Conference to All-State and prepare them for the next level of athletics and so on! We have discussions with a variety of different coaches, practitioners, service members and more. In this episode we introduce ourselves and give our whys behind starting the brand that is Athlete Build...

In this episode of the Athlete Builder Podcast we talk with Brandon Smitely. Brandon is owner of Thirst Gym in Terra Haute Indiana where he oversees all strenght and conditioning ranging from sports performance to elite level powerlifting. Brandon has totaled over 10x his own body weight and you will learn about his journey to achieving such great numbers during this episode. Thank you for tuning...

In this episode of the Athlete Builder Podcast we talk with Dr. Josh Healy. Dr Healy is a chiropractor and owns his own practice Abundant Life Chiropractic for the last 14 years. In Mooresville, IN. We discuss in this episode the trends that he has seen in athletic injuries and his approach to rehabing  athletes. We hope you enjoy this episode and thank you for tuning into the Athlete Builder Podc...