Eric Martins Podcast

Football Players Are Breathing Wrong — and it's costing them stamina, recovery time, and so much potential. In this episode, breathing performance expert Stefan Peter breaks down exactly how elite footballers should be controlling their breath — and what most players are doing wrong. Whether you're a professional, semi-pro, or Sunday league sprout, this will change how you train. In this episode y...

This is the story of Vicky Bruce — a former pro footballer who played in 8+ countries, won a D1 National Championship at University of North Carolina, and even faced FC Barcelona in a Champions League match. In this interview, Vicky shares:🔥 The story behind her bicycle kick goal in Sweden💪 How she came back from one of the toughest knee injuries imaginable🏆 What it really takes to reach the hi...

If you've ever wanted what was it like to be a top goal scorer at the professional level, then ask Jake. Ever since he was young, Jake has been scoring left and right. He started off at Binghamton University and became their athlete of week on multiple occasions. After he got drafted to the Philadelphia Union, he decided to begin his career with FCA Darmstadt in Germany? He moved to Galway Uni...

Meet Joe Tutino — the voice of L.A. GalaxyBorn from southern California, Joe grew up inspired by pro sports. After school, he launched the Jim Rowe Show & began daily broadcasting. Later, Joe jumped into directing variuos programs and eventually joined the LA Galaxy Family. But his story wasn’t easy...In this episode, he opens up on the grind of sports radio, the evolution of major league socc...

This is the story of Theron Enns. Growing up, Theron was captivated by professional sports and kickstarted his career with Villanova's Men's and Women's soccer teams. Then, he moved to the New York Jets and overcame the challenges of the NFL's schedule. After, Theron transitioned to the Colorado Rapids and Houston Dynamo, and grew a passion for mastering sports performance. He knowledge expanded w...

This is the story of Ali Hall. Growing up, Ali's father inspired her to play soccer as she looked up to many legends like Michelle Akers and Gerrard Pique. During her teens, she dominated the youth game and was able to win a national championship at 15 years old. Quickly, she transitioned into the University of Tennessee and got to compete at the division 1 level. After graduation, she moved to Ca...

This is the story of Luis Swisher. Initially born from Guatemala, Luis quickly fell in love with the beautiful game. Growing up, he was inspired by his Uncle's career and looked up to Romario, Ronaldo, and later Cafu. At 18 years old, he made his pro debut in their first division, he made his international debut, and got to play in some world cup and olympic qualifying matches. In the mid 2000's,...

This is the Story of Eric Schwartz. From Student to the Head MLS Athletic Trainer for the New England Revolution. Initially born from St. Louis, Eric grew up inspired by all types of sports. He fell in love with soccer and looked up to Landon Donvan at an early age. After getting his masters from the University of Arkansas, Eric went on a season internship with DC United. He spent a few years with...

The Best & Worst Injury Prevention Tools: Ranked By Dr. Matt Sweeney This is Dr. Matthew Sweeney. He's Sports physical therapist, a 2nd level Crossfit coach, and an expert of sports science. Today, Matt breaks down every modality to injury prevention and shares his expertise on each type of therapy. In the rehab space, there is often a lot of confusion as to which tools are the most valuable f...

This is the story of Adriano Del Monte. The dynamic Italian/Australian international sports presenter and event host is currently based in the vibrant city of Milan. With an illustrious career spanning across renowned networks such as beIN Sports, ESPN, BT Sport, Optus Sport, Sony Sports, and SuperSport, Adriano has solidified his position as a prominent figure in the world of sports broadcasting....

This is the story of Pablo Di Benedetto. Initially born from Massachusetts, Pablo grew up surrounded by football culture. After graduating from Middlebury college, Pablo went on to train and intern with Mike Boyle’s Strength and Conditioning. Later on, he oversaw FSCR and worked with some of England's top footballers, including Eberechi Eze with Crystal Palace. Today, Pablo will share how to b...

This is the story of Brendan Hines-Ike. Initially, born and bred from the mountains of Colorado, Brendan's journey began with Chivas USA to then dominating the fields across the NCAA. He moved to Europe at 19 years old and recently just signed with Austin FC! His rise to pro soccer makes this conversation extraordinary. Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or just footballer lover, this ep...

This is the journey of Jamie Robinson. Raised from Northern Ireland, Jamie quickly became dedicated and passionate for the game. His story started at 14, embarking the groundwork for NIFL, UEFA, and FIFA competitions. Jamie's ambition ventured him into acquiring his own reffing business in his early 20s. Yet, his heart remained on the pitch, as he stands as a beacon of inspiration, not only of...

This is the journey of Rocky Snyder. Hailing from New England, his dynamic 5'1" frame has been reshaping the fitness landscape since the early 90s. Rocky's fueled by his passion of biomechanics and wants to revolutionize the way society approaches health and wellness. Today, Rocky stands as a beacon of innovation, having not only established his own thriving gym but also dedicated him...

This is the story of Alex Couto. Originating in New England, Alex embarked on his coaching journey at the collegiate level, later assuming the role of director at his community club. Now, he is shaping the future of football by nurturing the talents of the upcoming generation. But what led to Alex's remarkable success? At the youth level, Alex prioritizes player development, emphasizing not ju...

This is the story of Elias Burke! Initially growing up in Birmingham, football and journalism became his passion. After finishing school at the University of Liverpool and studying history and politics, Elias signed with The Athletic. He worked during the 2020 Euros breaking headings about Qatar, fans, and many more events. He became a reporter for Derby County and got to interview Wayne Rooney. T...

This is the story of Karl Broadhurst! A 43 year old premier league coach shaping the next generation of footballers! He was raised in Portsmouth but then joined AFC Bournemouth at the age of 12. By the end of his teens, Karl went pro with the first team. Today, Broady is on a mission of training the wolves youth team. But first, how did he stand out from his academy? Because very few players make...

This is the story of Justin Solomon. Currently, Justin works as a major league soccer analyst for the Philadelphia Union. He's played football all of his life and knew soccer was his passion. Initially, he grew up in Australia and played with a club called Sunshine Coast FC. He later moved to San Diego, and up to Portland Oregon. Justin played at the ODP Club level growing up but graduated his...

This is the story of Nacho Lerech. A 25 year old striker from Buenos Aires, Argentina on a mission to change the football world. He began with Boca Juniors & Athletic Tucman, accelerated from D3 to D1 in college soccer, and became one of the top strikers in the USL. But Nacho never spoke the language. He spent a year with Rosario, where Messi started in their residency academy. He played in to...

This is the football story of Jacob Davis. He's a professional goalkeeping coach that has defied the odds to become one of the most respected figures at just the age of 27. He’s worked with the MLS academy at Houston Dynamo, won the hardest division 1 conference with the University of Virgina, and now just signed with one of the top clubs in the Canadian premiership: Cavalry FC. But how on ear...

This is Kevin Rivas. A 18 year old rising D1 fullback at the University of Rhode Island. They call him Luis Diaz. "Lucho" for short but his story is more intense than you may think. Originally from Connecticut, he grew up playing football with his brother. From a winger to defender, he learned many skills along his career. From being the captain of his high school, to overcoming mental h...

Today I was blessed to speak with Adam Reakes. He's a D1 coach for Wofford college and has played for multiple semi pro clubs in his career. Initially born in England, he grew up excited. Football became his passion as he moved to the United States at 19 years old. He played for Reinhardt University and returned back to England after his graduation. He coached with Colchester United, then with...

Have you ever wondered how hard it really is to be a goalkeeper? Every player wants to be the best, but we all make mistakes. The challenges of a goalkeeper are more resistant to those of any player. Goalies get critized all the time in football. Wether it's college soccer or the premier league, football keepers always seem to get abused. But, why would someone want to be a goalie? You would l...

Today I was blessed to speak with one of New England's brightest young talents. Meet Steban Lopera. He's a full time high school athlete for the New England Revolution 2. His story from the streets of East Boston into the biggest stage is incredible. He shared his path to playing for the MLS academy and explained his journey to the top of Massachusetts. Steban's Story is one to not for...

Today I spent the day speaking with the most talented soccer player Rhode Island has ever seen. Patrick Agyemang is a hardworking footballer following his dreams in major league soccer. Football was always part of Patrick's life. He played division 3 college soccer in Connecticut before transferring to division 1 college soccer at the university of rhode island. Patrick is a strong forward, ve...