Athletic Performance Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lance Brooks, a PhD in applied physiology and biomechanics, to break down the real science behind sprinting faster. We challenge common sprint training myths, including the power paradigm, the role of breaking forces, and whether force-velocity profiling is as useful as it's made out to be. If you're a coach, athlete, or speed training nerd, this epis...

 "Why Most Rehab Fails—And How to Fix It with David Grey" Most rehab programs fail—not because athletes don’t work hard, but because they miss the key ingredients for real recovery and long-term resilience. Today, I sit down with David Grey , a leading expert in movement, rehab, and athletic performance, to break down exactly what’s missing in traditional rehab and how to bridge the gap...

In this episode, Coach Ryan Patrick sits down with speed training expert Mike Kozak to break down sprint mechanics, acceleration, and the misconceptions surrounding traditional speed development. Mike shares his evolution from strength-based training to a more efficient, biomechanically sound approach to sprinting. Topics Covered: ✅ The importance of shin angle change in acceleration ✅ Why pushi...

In this episode of the Athletic Performance Podcast, I s it down with Tony Holler, creator of the renowned "Feed the Cats" system and one of the most influential voices in sprint training. Tony shares his unconventional approach to athletic performance, focusing on speed, recovery, and optimized training for athletes at all levels. Key Highlights: The origins and philosophy of the "...

What if you could unlock hidden inches in your vertical jump—without months of training? That’s exactly what Tyler Ray, aka “The Jump Guy,” does every day in his lab. In this episode, I sat down with Tyler to uncover the secrets behind his unique methods, from maximizing controlled acceleration to improving approach techniques for volleyball, basketball, and more. Tyler’s insights go beyond number...

Coach Ryan Patrick is back with a new episode, joined by biomechanics and movement expert Zac Cupples. Together, they explore how coaches can bridge the gap between athlete assessments and high-speed actions like sprinting. They discuss the real-world applications of biomechanics, practical assessment methods, and why simple, foundational principles are key in coaching athletes for high performanc...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Alan Murdoch, a Speed & Agility Expert and the founder of Elevate Speed & Rehab. Alan is also the creator of the Fast to Fit method—a groundbreaking approach to lower body injury rehab that emphasizes high-intensity movements earlier in the recovery process, helping athletes return to the field faster and more confidently. I’ve personally taken multiple...

Today's podcast with Dean Guedo covers a range of topics including: ✅ Performance Anxiety & Mental Prep for Competition ✅ His High Flux Nutrition Approach to Body Comp ✅ Balancing Mobility, Strength, Technique, and Conditioning for Optimal BJJ Performance ✅ Keep Training Simple And much more. Don't forget to follow him on Instagram @walk.more.king . Like, share, and subscribe --...

Kris Freeman is a staff coach at Barbell Logic Online Coaching or BLOC and personal trainer in Versailles, Kentucky. But I know Kris from my early days as a up and coming strength coach. I watched this evolution from Crossfit, into Kettlebells, and now into his more holistic approach to health and fitness which serves many of the clients he works with. If you are curious about hte practical implem...

Jim Laird is a strength and conditioning coach at Stillman Wellness, but he’s also one of my early mentors in the strength game. Today’s podcast is a throwback as we reminisce on the hotbed of coaching talent that has come out of Lexington KY in the early 2000’s.  We dive into a subject I have heard Jim talk about long before is was popular -- the erosion of physical literacy in youth athletes. Ji...

Dr. Shaun Astorga is a board-certified physical therapist who has overcome his own chronic pain and injury from a brain and neck injury after being written off by other medical professionals. His first hand experience managing his own chronic pain gives him a unique sense of empathy and compassion to his patients, which is exemplified through the quality of treatment he provides. Today's podc...

Welcome Rich Thaw to the Athletic Performance Podcast. He is the owner of Empower Fitness and Sports Training in Montreal, Quebec. Rich has an impressive track record working with athletes at every level, from youth to professional, including the NHL's Montreal Canadiens. In this episode, Rich shares his pragmatic approach to developing speed, power, and strength in hockey athletes. We take a...

JP Guerrero is a performance coach at The Strength House in Harvard, MA. Here's a quick overview of our show: ✅ His journey from injured athlete to performance coach ✅ How he blends his baseball career with performance training for maximal results ✅ Managing stress imposed on athletes from various coaches ✅ Blending "Big Data" with smart movement ✅ Keep training simple for his...

Dr. Greg Chaplin, DPT helps active adults with alignment, posture, and movement related problems. Here's a quick overview of our show: ✅ His journey from chronic pain as a professional musician to DPT ✅ How conventional treatment models fell short ✅ Taking clients from pain to performance ✅ Managing work load as part of the overall prescriptoin ✅ High vs low energy states in treatment ef...

Jason Feairheller is the Co-Owner and Strength Coach at Function and Strength in Bridgeport, Pennsylvania. When Jason began his training career, he had an interest in speed training, and over the past decade, that interest has turned into a passion. Jason has developed the course “Improving Game Speed Through Multidirectional Plyometrics,” which can be found at multidirectionalpower.com . He is al...

This a a recap of our first 16 episodes. Listen for the best content from our amazing guests. You'll hear from: Mike Robertson, IFAST Basketball, @robtrainsystems Lee Taft, World Class Speed Expert, @leetaft Kyle Dobbs, Compound Performance, @compoundperformance_ James Cerbie, The Total Man, @thejamescerbie Keiran Halton, Brunswick High School S&C, @halton_performance Sam Miller of Proteu...

Thomson Remo is the Central Territory Manager at Exer-fly and a Lead Educator for both Wattbike and Woodway USA and a competitive powerlifter boasting over a 700 pound deadlift Here's a quick overview of our show: ✅ Iso-intertial training for athletes ✅ Variations in eccentric contractions with the Exer-Fly ✅ Using the Exer-fly for conditioning rather than just power ✅ Return to play cons...

Coach Ryan Connor has been a professional sports performance coach with a focus in helping athletes with speed training since 2015. As an athlete, his desire to figure out why he was slow sometimes and fast others led to  investigation and training experiments on himself. This obsession with speed and higher level performance has never stopped and led to constant study in his pursuit of the best r...

Drake brings over ten years of experience working with athletes from youth to professional levels. He has worked with business executives and athletes in all major US sporting organizations to provide data-driven insights for performance, health, and longevity. Drake currently serves as the VP of Performance & Brand at Hawkin Dynamics, and previously held roles as Director of Sport Science and...

Spencer Medick is a part of the New York Yankees Player Development Staff. He has a background as a D1 baseball athlete as well as some tenure in the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. Here's a quick overview of our show: ✅ Measuring what matters in a chaotic world of data analytics ✅ Evaluating player performance and recovery with training tools ✅ Technology utilization in the development...

James Fryer is a Neuromuscular Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist,  and movement specialist with a background in Strength and Conditioning. Here's a quick overview of our show: ✅ Movement Models such as PRI and DNS ✅ Soft tissue interventions for athletes ✅ Stress management and meditation ✅ Key recovery conepts for athletes to rejuvenate ✅ ..and much, much more For more information v...

Mickey Brueckner is the CEO of The ANNEX Sports Performance Center in Chatham, MJ and has been a key player in developing top amateur talent and professional athletes since 2006.  A former collegiate athlete, Brueckner's own injury led him to focus on enhancing athletic performance and injury prevention, particularly for overhead throwing athletes. With a clientele boasting MLB First Round Dr...

Lee Taft is an industry titan when it comes to speed training for athletes. He's world renowned for his expertise in speed training and works as a consultant and coach. Here's a quick overview of our show: ✅ Change of direction mechanics ✅ Using submaximal speed and evasive maneuvers to create space ✅ Transitions differences in offensive and defensive agility ✅ Reactivity and long te...

Kevin Kirsch is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the co-owner of The Athlete's Edge in Cherry Hill, NJ Here's a quick overview of our show: ✅ Quality control when coaching large groups of athletes ✅ The benefits of strength training for female athletes ✅ The epidemic of diagnoses that are interfering with people's perception of their ability to train ✅ ..and much more For more i...

Mike Lawless is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Owner of Lawless Athlete Performance. Here's a quick overview of our show: ✅ Ascending levels of competition and being at the bottom of the totem pole ✅ Balance your resources and doing the little things that matter to get an edge ✅ Conditioning traps and how to properly develop energy systems for athletes ✅ Overcoming imposter syndrome...