Cheeky Mid Weeky

Jennifer Gibson is an exercise physiologist and a performance dietitian with seventeen years of experience working in elite sports. She has worked for the Canadian Olympic system for five years, the US Olympic team for five years, and the Chicago Bears for seven years. In addition, she has consulted with several pro sports teams including the New Orleans Saints, the MLS, and the NBA. Most recently...

In this episode of the CMW, we are joined by brothers Dr. Joe and Dr. Sam O'Toole to discuss concussions and brain health in the context of strength coaching. Doctors O'Toole emphasize the importance of understanding concussions in all sports, not just the collision sports like football and hockey. They highlight the need for a team approach, involving coaches, athletic trainers, medical staff, st...

The way coaches and athletes evaluate head injuries has evolved for the better. Find out more on this topic as doctors Sam and Joe O'Toole discuss what they have learned in their studies. _______________________________ Be sure to hit the subscribe button to get more free content from us#education #learning #coaching #podcast ___ CONNECT: 🎥YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrengthCoachNetwork/fe...

Here is another reaction clip. This time to another strength coach. But here is the catch. This coach (to my current knowledge) has and does not work in college athletics. Yet he is talking about why college S&C is wrong. To me, if you have not worked in it. You do not know what is going on and therefore should not talk about it. Check out the reaction and let us know your thoughts. __________...

Episode 121 of CMW is Live! This week we are joined by All Blacks Sevens strength and conditioning coach Travis McMaster. In this weeks conversation we learn from someone working in the most successful sport culture. During the conversation we discuss how he works with the athletes on agility, contact prep, skill development, travel schedule, handling different climates. __________________________...

This is not one of those corny messages where someone talks about how much they are a servant leader and they go on telling you about how much they serve. Chances are those people are the most selfish and least servant based leaders. This is a reminder to coaches that our job is to serve the athletes we get to work with. We have the ability to work with some great people and help them achieve thei...

This week we have talked about strength coaches needing to make more money to live their life. Once you earn a certain amount of money - you need to shift your focus. Remember, this is a service based field where it is about the athletes and helping them achieve their potential. It is not only about how much money you can earn. Make enough money so that it is not a primary concern where your next...

Episode 120 of the CMW is LIVE! This week's guest is former B1G strength and conditioning coach Jess Burke. Jess worked at Michigan, Purdue, and Penn State after going to school at Indiana and Michigan. This former B1G strength and conditioning coach has left the college world of S&C to work in the private sector. Money was the driving factor for this. Not that she was money hungry, but in the...

We know we have been talking about this a lot. That should show you how important we think this topic is. Just listen this whole clip and listen to what we are talking about with the specific examples. If after taking the 9 minutes to hear, you can watch the video you still think we are wrong, that is fine. But at least hear us out. We are talking about this so much to help out athletes and better...

This week we are joined by former college strength and conditioning coach Jessica Burke. She worked all over the B1G in her time in the college world. Recently she left that world and is working in the private sector. In this conversation we chat about what she learned while in the university world and how it needs a total revamp. ----- CONNECT: 🎥YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrengthCoachNet...

If you work with a group of athletes who throw an object - baseball, football, softball, javelin, etc... you need to make sure your athlete's arm is healthy to throw. This requires them to handle the high speed demands of their delivery. It also means preparing their lower body and torso to help produce the forces needed. Learn from current New York Yankees Director of Player Health and Performanc...

The movie MoneyBall changed baseball forever when it came out. So did technology. Now every team in baseball (and just about every other sport) has technology. It has almost got to the point where a team cannot do anything without looking at what the data tells them about their swing, pitch, etc... Is this a good thing? We talk about it with New York Yankees Director of Player Health and Performan...

Episode 119 of the Cheeky Midweeky is LIVE! This week's guest has worked in baseball for over 2 decades and is considered one of the best to work in baseball. This is why he is currently the director of health and performance for the New York Yankees. In this conversation we chat about: -Pitch clock -Shoulder health -Conditioning/lifting for baseball -The long season that is MLB -And more! _______...

There are PLENTY of gimmicks in strength and conditioning. Especially baseball S&C. In this conversation you can skip the gimmicks and get to the real stuff that works. We are joined by Major League Baseball New York Yankees Director of Player Health and Performance Eric Cressey. Eric has worked in baseball for decades and is one of the brightest minds in the sport. ___________________________...

In this conversation we discuss the concepts of courage and leadership in sports. We emphasize the importance of teaching these qualities to athletes and how it can improve their overall performance. Our guest, Scot Prohaska, also highlights the significance of clear communication and language in building a strong team culture. Additionally, we address the challenge of instilling leadership princi...

Our guest this week Scot Prohaska has worked with elite athletes across many sports. Including football, basketball, hockey, figure skating, and Olympics. Someone he has worked closely with is former Heisman trophy winner Bryce Young. In this clip Scot shares what makes Bryce so successful. _______________________________ Be sure to hit the subscribe button to get more free content from us #educat...

This needs to be a conversation for another day, and no way should be the final conversation. Having athletes hop after 12 weeks when they have done NONE of it prior seems crazy. Please DM us on social, leave a comment, let us know your thoughts on how to make this better for everyone. Articles mentioned: DOI: 10.1055/a-1122-8995 DOI: 10.26603/001c.55542 Jason episode of CMW https://podcasts.apple...

In this episode of the Cheeky MidWeeky, we are joined by Scot Prohaska to discuss the growing popularity of hockey in Southern California. Scott shares how the owner of the Anaheim Ducks recognized the booming youth participation in hockey and decided to invest in building a state-of-the-art facility to meet the demand. With four sheets of ice and various amenities, the facility has attracted majo...

Think you know what it takes to train figure skaters? Imagine having to jump in the air, rotate, and land on a SINGLE leg ON ICE! This conversation explores the training approach for figure skaters, focusing on factors such as squat jumping, rotational speed, muscular endurance, and VO2 max. We discuss the challenges of hitting quads and triples towards the end of a long program and the need to im...

Do you REALLY know how difficult elite sport in on the human body? Watch this video and find out from one of the best. Buddy Morris has over 30 years experience in Power 5 football and NFL and has trained current and future Hall Of Fame athletes. Find out how he recommends to train your athletes for success. _______________________________ Be sure to hit the subscribe button to get more free conte...

You cannot train everyone of your athletes the same. Find out how to train them differently from Buddy Morris. Buddy is the Senior Rehabilitation Coordinator at the Arizona Cardinals and has 13 years experience in the NFL. In this video hear from him as he gives tips on how to train the best in the world. _______________________________ Be sure to hit the subscribe button to get more free content...

Episode 117 is live! We have a monster of a show for you all! One of the best coaches EVER to work in the weight room joined the show this week. We are HONORED to say the least to have Coach Buddy Morris talk shop with us. During our conversation we get to learn what he has learned across his 30 years as a coach, how to connect with athletes and coaches, the business of coaching, and how to be a f...

Ever wonder how to get into the NFL as a coach? This week's guest will provide some insight into the process. Listen to this clip with Arizona Cardinals Senior Reconditioning Coordinator Buddy Morris and learn about his Journey through his 10 plus years in the NFL. _______________________________ Be sure to hit the subscribe button to get more free content from us ___ CONNECT: 🎥YouTube: https://w...

In this conversation, we discusses the challenges of working long hours in the private sector of strength and conditioning. Steven Yorkman, a former personal trainer, shares his personal experience of starting their day at 6 a.m. and not finishing until 8 p.m., which took a toll on their personal life and family. Yorkman also offers advice for those considering a career in private training, emphas...

This video features a conversation with Steven Yorkman, a strength and conditioning coach who recently started working full-time at a high school. He shares his journey and gives advice to others looking to pursue a similar career. Yorkman stresses the significance of networking, interning at the right places, and building connections to secure opportunities. He also talk about the challenges of t...