Get Your Edge

Athlete combines and showcases are becoming more and more prevalent. They are not going away so we as coaches and leaders need to find ways to give kids the chance to dominate. Before we go into the tips, make sure to remember to put your play on film. IE- Be your best when your best is required. But here are three more tips to really help kids have success in their combines this summer. 1 Be prep...

In this episode we welcome in high school coach and strength assistant Josh Heisler. TOPICS COVERED 1 Josh talks about the value of sport coaches helping in the weight room and learning the ins and outs of strength and conditioning. 2 We discuss the importance of taking knowledge and coaching and making it presentable to young athletes. 3 Josh shares amazing tips on how he balances coaching with a...

Wednesday is all about mindset and leadership. Quote-"If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time". Steve Jobs In this day and age on the internet- too many athletes and coaches are seeing success stories and think they just happen. Building long term success takes a long time and is done daily - not when its convenient. Here are three 🔑 to long term success 1-...

We are going to be dropping smaller teaching episodes in 2024! Today's show is based on the three mistakes we see with box squatting. 1 Bouncing off the box 2 Crashing to the box 3 Lowering down to the box vs Sitting back. Sports Advantedge is now adding more schools for consulting.  If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your athletes- teachers- parents and other coaches.  Help us grow...

SPORTS ADVANTEDGE MIDDLETON OPENS FEBRUARY 1-  LETS GOOOOOOOOO On today's version of the Get Your Edge podcast we sharpen your EDGE reviewing Coach Ernst and Jake Allen 1- Ernst - Tough Times never last- Tough people do. 2- Ernst- Take hard coaching for what it's worth! 3-Allen- How different sports and athletes view the weight room. 4-Making programs based on the basics. If you enjoy the...

Wednesday is all about mindset and leadership. If Bill Belichick and Nick Saban think this message is important it must be gold! Too many athletes and coaches wanting growth or playing time before they are ready. You need to get really great- We mean the best in your current role to move to the next level. It's truly the most basic concept yet overlocked. Just be really great at what you are e...

We are going to be dropping smaller teaching episodes in 2024! Today's show is based on the three reasons why kids need to get stronger! 1 Help prevent injuries and recover from injuries 2 Kids will be in better condition 3 Allows for quicker improvements in speed and COD Sports Advantedge is now adding more schools for consulting. If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your athletes- t...

In this episode we welcome in strength and conditioning coach Jake Allen. TOPICS COVERED 1 Jake shares his training philosophy 2 We discuss different types of athletes and their perception on training. 3 We discuss different training methods but why the basics will always be the best for any athlete. 4 Coach gives his game changing GET YOUR EDGE advice. If you enjoy the podcast please share it wit...

In this Q and A -The fellas dial up some of our listeners questions. 1-How do you build and sustain confidence in your athletes and team? 2- How do you develop GRIT? 3- What is the best way to respond to MISTAKES! Sports Advantedge is now adding more schools for consulting. FIRE IT!  If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your athletes- teachers- parents and other coaches. Help us grow our...

In this episode we welcome in Ron Ernst former Ripon Redhawk head football coach. TOPICS COVERED 1 We talk about the differences in coaching over coaches 30 plus years of being a head coach. 2 Coach Ernst discusses balancing family life and coaching. 3 We dive into recruiting and how its changed at all levels. 4 Coach talks about young coaches not being afraid to stick your neck out. 5 Coach gives...

SPORTS ADVANTEDGE MIDDLETON OPEN FEBRUARY 1-  LETS GOOOOOOOOO On todays Sharpening Your Edge we review Boo De Oliveira and Carmen Pata  1- Bobby- The importance of setting goals 2- Bobby- Surviving the ups and downs of athletics as an athlete and coach 3- Lucas-Winning in the Dark. 4-Lucas-Mental Preparation as a competitive advantage. If you are looking for 1 day seminars contact us! If you enjoy...

In this Q and A -The Old School Strength Coach and the Lord of the Rings tackle some of our coaches questions. Questions 1-How and when do you test in class for strength and conditioning? And how do you evaluate in class performance? 2- Tips for creating leadership groups? 3- Finishers- YES THEY ARE OK- You can load the dawgs and feed the cats as well as having finishers! Sports Advantedge is now...

In this episode we welcome in author and coach Lucas Jadin. We discuss the mental side of sports and athletics. Lucas and Steve Jones are leading the way for so many athletes and businesses TOPICS COVERED 1 We talk about Winning in the Dark and how this applies to athletes day to day preparation. 2 Lucas talks about his work with Steve jones and their book Twin Thieves. 3 We talk about how making...

In this episode we welcome in Bob Dunn jr. We discuss all things football and growing up in Wisconsin. TOPICS COVERED 1 Playing multiple sports and growing up in a football house. 2 Bobby shares why setting goals are so important. 3 Surviving the ups and downs of college athletics at all levers. 4 We talked about the massive growth going on at UW Eau Claire and how strong the WIAC conference is as...

In this Q and A -The Old School Strength Coach and the Lord of the Rings tackle some of our coaches questions. Questions 1-Tips for helping an athlete get started on a new nutrition plan? 2-Thoughts on am workouts? 3- How do you evaluate your strength program after the season? Sports Advantedge is now adding more schools for consulting. FIRE IT!  If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your...

SPORTS ADVANTEDGE MIDDLETON OPEN JANUARY 1- LETS GOOOOOOOOO On todays Sharpening Your Edge we review Boo De Oliveira and Carmen Pata 1- Boo- Starting your coaching career being the same age as your athletes. 2- Boo- Great teams are player led not coach fed 3- Carmen- Making changes in your career to benefit your family. 4-Carmen-Dealing with sport coaches on various details and opinions. If you ar...

Sports Advantedge Black Friday sales live November 22 In this episode Brian and Dean chat with strength coach Carmen Pata TOPICS COVERED 1 We discuss what today's incoming freshman need and what they are lacking day 1 in college 2 We give advice to young coaches who want to be strength coaches 3 Surviving the ups and downs of college athletics. 4 How to deal with head sport coaches. 5 Coach gi...

In this Q and A -The Old School Strength Coach and the Lord of the Rings tackle some of our coaches questions. Questions 1-What makes a great teammate? 2-What are ways teams show commitment? 3- How you know you are getting better? Sports Advantedge is now adding more schools for consulting. FIRE IT!  If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your athletes- teachers- parents and other coaches....

CHECK OUT THE NEW SPORTS ADVANTEDGE IN APPLETON AND MIDDLETON-OPENING 2024 In this episode Brian and Dean chat with former Badger and softball coach Boo De Oliveira TOPICS COVERED 1 Boo talks about youth sports and what she is seeing 2 We talk about softball at Wisconsin and how that helped shape her into a coach 3 Boo then talks about moving from playing to coaching. 4 Boo shares moving from assi...

In this Q and A -The Old School Strength Coach and the Lord of the Rings tackle some of our coaches questions. Questions 1- How do you adjust training in the playoffs or post season? 2 How open are you guys with sharing information with other coaches? 3 What is the best advice for building a coaching network if I am new young coach? Sports Advantedge is now adding more schools for consulting. FIRE...

SPORTS ADVANTEDGE APPLETON AND MIDDLETON OPEN JANUARY 1- LETS GOOOOOOOOO On todays Sharpening Your Edge we review Brian Butch and Zach Even-Esh -This is a must listen 1- Brian- Be where your feet are! 2- Brian- Be your own Goat 3- Zach- Why working hard is important and needs to be taught 4-Zach -Giving your best EVERYDAY If you are looking for 1 day seminars contact us! If you enjoy the podcast p...

CHECK OUT THE NEW SPORTS ADVANTEDGE IN APPLETON AND MIDDLETON-OPENING JANUARY 1 2024 In this episode Brian and Dean chat with former Badger and professional basketball player Brian Butch TOPICS COVERED 1 Brian talks about his career as a hooper 2 As a McDonalds All-American Brian discusses the recruiting process then vs now. 3 We talk Badger Basketball. 4 Brian talks about how he lives by the BE W...

CHECK OUT THE NEW SPORTS ADVANTEDGE IN APPLETON AND MIDDLETON-OPENING JANUARY 1 2024 In this episode Brian and Dean chat with a true leader in performance Zach Even-Esh TOPICS COVERED 1 Zach talks about how he fell in love with strength and conditioning. 2 Zach talks about why WORKING HARD is so important and why we need to teach kids what hard work is 3 Zach talks about what it is like having a p...

SPORTS ADVANTEDGE APPLETON IS HERE On todays Sharpening Your Edge we review Steve Breitenstein and Kyla and Ally Saleh's messages- Parents- This is a must listen 1- Steve- Don't over coach- Let kids make mistakes 2- Steve- Hit movement patterns early- Teach speed early 3- K and A- Parents its ok to push your kids- but let them decide which activities they want to do- Don't force it! 4-...

CHECK OUT THE NEW SPORTS ADVANTEDGE IN APPLETON-OPENING JANUARY 1 2024 In this episode Brian and Dean chat with performance coach Steve Breitenstein  TOPICS COVERED 1 Steve talks about his background as a performance coach. 2 We talk about the value of working with younger athletes and techniques to keep them engaged. 3 Steve shares some mistakes he sees with coaches trying to develop speed. 4 We...