Get Your Edge

In this episode Brian and Dean talk about mistakes in starting with new and young athletes. We focus on how to progress both the bench press and squat. We also discuss common mistakes in weight rooms. Lastly ask for help. The kids are the priority! Sports Advantedge is now adding more schools for consulting. We have been a game changer for the schools we work with and can be for yours as well! If...

In this episode Brian and Dean tackle listeners questions. Good Luck to all spring sports starting. Lets get it! Please share the show with one teammate or friend this week! Questions 1- What are some similar training methodology and differences with combine prep? 2 How you handle multi sport athletes during the same season? 3 How you know when to change the program you have and when to push throu...

In this episode Brian and Dean tackle listeners questions. Good Luck to all spring sports starting. Lets get it! Questions 1- What role should parents play in helping their athlete get out of their comfort zone? 2 What are some tips for your warm-up pre lift 3 How do you utilize sleds in your programs? Sports Advantedge is now adding more schools for consulting. We have been a game changer for the...

In this episode Brian and Dean live it up for their 100th episode by bringing back the guy who started it all Alec Ingold. Alec is undoubtedly one of the best and most inspirational guest's we have had and he shares some of the incredible messages from his upcoming book "The Seven Crucibles" Get your pens and paper out for this as its a game changer. TOPICS COVERED 1- We chat with Alec on his life...

On todays Sharpening Your Edge we we have the EDGE TRI-FECTA- Coach Depp- Coach Patrick- Coach Gnewuch 1- How coach Depp has his athletes also compete in powerlifting 2- Not all athletes love the weight room 3- Creating 1 unified program for building athletes- NOT SPORT SPECIFIC 4- BE WHERE YOUR FEET ARE If you are looking for 1 day seminars contact us! If you enjoy the podcast please share it wit...

In this episode Brian and Dean chat with Mukwonago high school football coach / strength coach AND track coach Mike Gnewuch. TOPICS COVERED 1- We discuss talk with Mike about transitioning from assistant coach to head coach with some of our states best programs. 2 We talk about why it's so valuable to MEET with other coaches and staff's vs just going to clinics. 3 Mike discusses the absolute value...

In this episode Brian and Dean chat with high school strength coach John Patrick. TOPICS COVERED 1- We discuss John's journey in strength and conditioning. 2 Dean and John discuss ways to motivate athletes who may not be sold on the weight room. 3 The crew discusses the importance of having governing of high school weight rooms. 4 John shares his Get Your Edge Advice- TRAIN If you enjoy the podcas...

On todays Sharpening Your Edge we give our championship predictions- Then we move to reviewing Mary and Alec's favorite topics. 1- How your life experiences shape your philosophies 2- Moving from athlete to coach 3- Playing a different position to benefit your team 4-Pressure of playing in a successful program If you are looking for 1 day seminars contact us! If you enjoy the podcast please share...

In this episode we chat with high school strength coach Mark Deppen all things conjugate- westside and real talk. TOPICS COVERED 1- We discuss Mark and his passion for the conjugate method and his relationship with Louie Simmons. 2 We discuss in season how valuable the conjugate method is and why you don't need to deviate. 3 Mark shares why he feels the conjugate method is the best and why its app...

Today's episode is a question and answer format. We appreciate all your questions with many more coming soon. If you have questions you would like answered on the podcast send them directly to our instagram account or brian@sportsadvantedge.com 1- Thoughts on multi sport coaches? 2-  How do I start a good conjugate system on a limited budget? 3- What do you have early arrivals pre workout foc...

In this episode we chat with college basketball player Alec Rosner on his journey from State Champion to college basketball player TOPICS COVERED 1- Alec talks about playing a major role in a state championship game 2 We discuss the pressure of upholding tradition and winning streaks 3 We talk about the transfer portal and how to navigate it 4 Alec shares his Get Your Edge Advice If you enjoy the...

Today is a strong message for 2023 If you want to achieve your goals- you need discipline! Learn to develop it and learn to have it EVERYDAY! SHARE AND REVIEW - SHARE AND REVIEW- SHARE AND REVIEW #chopit GET YOUR EDGE PODCAST Instagram and Twitter- @getyouredgepod Dean Contact www.foxvalleythrowsclub.com Instagram and Twitter- @foxvalleythrows Brian Contact www.sportsadvantedge.com Instagram- @spo...

In this episode we chat with one of the top Female Olympic Weightlifters in the country Mary Theisen-Lappen on her journey through coaching and training.  TOPICS COVERED 1- Mary talks about her college experiences and how they have helped mold her into the athlete she is now 2 Mary and Dean chat about how she went from being a throws coach to a competitive weight lifter. 3 Mary shares some of...

On todays Sharpening Your Edge we start off with Coach Bott sharing his best pick up line ever-  Then we move to reviewing Chad and Jason's favorite topics. 1- Mental training ideas and how to focus a large group 2- Investing in the metal side of sports 3- Responding to change and leading through change 4-Responding after a loos to make your unit better If you are looking for 1 day seminars c...

In this episode we chat with one of the best young and up and coming coaches in various sports and the weight room in the state of Wisconsin Jason Mangin. We have been waiting for this one. TOPICS COVERED 1- Jason gives in depth look at the coaching change at Kimberly and how success was maintained 2 Jason talks about how losses can refocus successful teams. 3 Jason- a very polished basketball off...

Today's episode is a question and answer format. We appreciate all your questions with many more coming soon. If you have questions you would like answered on the podcast send them directly to our instagram account or brian@sportsadvantedge.com 1- How do you choose and program your auxiliaries? 2- When the season ends what are some tips do re-establishing an off-season and is the actually an off-s...

In this episode we chat the Director of Meditation at the University of Wisconsin Chad Mcgehee TOPICS COVERED 1- How Chad learned the value of meditation 2 How UW utilizes Chad and his methods 3 Chad shares some of his base methods for athletes like Johnathan Taylor and UW Volleyball 4 Chad shares his GET YOUR EDGE advice! If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your athletes- teachers- pare...

On todays Sharpening Your Edge we start off with a little football recap. Huge congrats to the 13 time state champ- whoooooooo! Huge congrats to all coaches and athletes in fall sports. Then we hit some topics including 1- Having a team first mentality and open to change 2- Non negotiable in choosing a school 3- Developing work ethic in your family 4-Mind muscle connection and why mentality is a d...

In this episode we chat with Illinois high school strength coach John Beerbower from McHenry high school TOPICS COVERED 1- How farming influenced John's coaching  2- Mentors John has had and how the influenced him 3- How the use of technology has changed in strength and conditioning 4- John's get your edge advice on mental approach If you are looking for 1 day seminars contact us! If you enjo...

Today's episode is a question and answer format. We appreciate all your questions and els come MORE! If you have questions you would like answered on the podcast send them directly to our instagram account or brian@sportsadvantedge.com 1- How do you evaluate your strength program year to year? 2- When receiving feedback how do your prioritize from- athlete- coaches- trainers- sports coaches- Admin...

Episode 83 faetures Badger Legend Travis Beckum TOPICS COVERED 1- We discuss why Travis chose UW 2- The crew dives into changing positions 3- We discuss how the TE position has changed and how unguardable Travis was 4- Travis talks about life after football If you are looking for 1 day seminars contact us! If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your athletes- teachers- parents and other coa...

Today's episode gives you some tips on building your athletic programs from the ground up! It takes time- It takes consistency- it takes EVERYBODY! 1- Invest in your programs and people 2- Make the weight room the hub of your athletic department 3- Make your area of expertise the best part of the student athlete's day If you are looking for 1 day seminars contact us! If you enjoy the podcast pleas...

Today's episode gives you some pro tips on training through the postseason! IT'S CHAMPIONSHIP TIME!!! 1- You must continue to lift heavy and lift fast- eliminate some of the extra work. Keep the philosophy the same. Here is why the conjugate method is king. You are always ready- always strong- always moving weights fast!  2- Stay on Schedule- DON'T PANIC- adding more and more disrupts the ath...

On todays Sharpening Your Edge we start off with a little football recap. Coach Bott then shares his thoughts on the Paul Chryst firing and the impact all of these men have had on his life. Then we hit some topics including 1- Changing which sports are your favorite 2- Coaches influences on kids with single or divorced parents 3- Playing sports for the competition 4-Why baseball players need to li...

In episode 79 Brian and Dean chat with former Verona high school standout and Edge Baseball standout Jacob Kisting. Jacob talks about growing up in a smaller town being a 3 sport athlete. He talks about a lot of great points for pitchers and the value in training and being a multipart athlete! TOPICS COVERED 1- Jacob shares how just competing was his true love 2- He talks about transitioning from...