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Send us a textCoach Darren answers a specific question received online about isometrics in our athletes' training and how we implement them at HansenAthletics. Spur up more questions? Send them over to us! Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics. If you're interested in our free resources or learning more, hit our website or follow me on the cha...

Send us a textCoach Darren shares insights on considerations for athletes in-season training and why it’s important to continue working on the traits that were built in the off-season while improving the athlete's ability to recover. As a private facility working with athletes who are busy and overloaded with sports, it requires quality, consistency, and awareness of an athlete's overall well-bein...

Send us a textAthletes often understand the importance of working hard, but are they being taught how to capitalize on that work and maintain a healthy relationship with sport and training? Here are some quick thoughts on the subject after over a decade of working with athletes. Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics. If you're interested in ou...

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the essential components of speed development for young athletes. Discover the five key pillars that can help your child improve their speed, agility, and overall athletic performance. Speed is a vital aspect of athletic performance, no matter the sport. In this engaging podcast episode, we break down the five essential pillars of speed development for y...

Send us a textIn this episode, Coach Darren discusses the importance of adjusting training as individuals age, with a focus on recovery to reduce the risk of injury and improve overall health and fitness. Listen in to learn his top 5 tips for aging adults when it comes to productive and enjoyable training. Adults need to emphasize and realize the importance of recovery methods such as sleep, nutri...

Send us a textConfidence is a key component of any athlete's success. This episode explores the benefits of improving athlete confidence, and how it can lead to better performance, greater resilience, and a more positive outlook both on and off the field. Giving athletes the opportunity for success, failure, and authentic expression is a powerful combo when it comes to improving their ability to p...

Send us a textThis episode is all about the benefits of doing less work for better results through intentional training. We will be exploring the various ways in which you can optimize your training regimen by focusing on quality over quantity, and how this can help you work more effectively towards your fitness goals. Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting Ha...

Send us a textVelocity-based training is a modern method used to build strength and power. It uses advanced technology that tracks the speed of each exercise, providing athletes with feedback on their performance. This helps them improve their motivation, optimize their skills, and gain an advantage over competitors. Velocity-based training (VBT) has been rapidly gaining popularity in recent years...

Send us a textHost @coachdhansen talks through aspects of what peak performance looks like for athletes and 3 things you may have not considered when it comes to unhappy and underperforming athletes. In his personal experience, more athletes seem to be unhappy even when they are contributing to a winning program. Darren talks through things to consider when you encounter athletes that are struggli...

Send us a textA big welcome to Casey Zavaleta! In this episode, Darren interviews Casey, an instructor and content developer with DTS Fitness Education. They discuss the importance of teaching foundational skills to clients and the need for coaches to have a system to put everything into, starting with a solid assessment. They also emphasize the importance of gaining experience, finding good mento...

Send us a textEpisode 46: @CoachDHansen diving into the burning question of whether a coach can motivate clients. Having the ability to do so will not only improve your career as a coach but spill over into the different relationships we maintain throughout life. By providing a clear model of the different stages of motivation we are then able to design a coordinated plan around progressing our at...

Send us a textCoach Darren covers some of the obvious but overlooked ways to improve performance and health. This episode will give you ways to improve that are affordable and cut out the BS you see on social media. Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics. If you're interested in our free resources or learning more, hit our website or follow me...

Send us a textFinally got all our head coaches together for a podcast talking all things training! Listen in for some insightful information on effective training, sport, and coaching athletes to a winning mindset. Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics. If you're interested in our free resources or learning more, hit our website or follow me o...

Send us a textRICE just isn't the best answer and it's been proven at many levels over the past decade. Consider these points before deciding to avoid movement and stick with immobilization and icing. Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics. If you're interested in our free resources or learning more, hit our website or follow me on the channels...

Send us a textThis episode is packed with information for coaches, parents, and athletes regarding mental sport [and life] performance. Liz has an impressive background and education when it comes to the mental side of performance. At @HansenAthletics we know firsthand that one of the biggest limiting factors athletes face sits right on top of their own shoulders. If you've found yourself wonderin...

Send us a text@coachdhansen going over 7 different ways to approach and dominate adversity! Whether you are an athlete or simply trying to dominate your daily life these tips can take you to the next level. The fee is simple! Share the show and leave a review if you liked this episode. Learn more about our on-site and remote coaching options by visiting www.hansenathletics.comGive us a follow on s...

Send us a text@CoachDHansen covering HansenAthletics approach to developing speed during the off-season for youth athletes and where to put your energy and effort to teach the skill of speed. Listen in to hear HansenAthletics approach to developing athletes to be fast, but also in great shape! Share this with the coaches you work with! Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show...

Send us a textA great question by the ol' Canadian himself [@limby2] set us up for a juicy conversation that considers the different aspects and needs of sprint training for a track athlete versus your more common field/court sport athlete in a strength and conditioning program. There's a simple fee for this show: subscribe or share if you find the content meaningful or helpful. That's it! Share t...

Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] answering your question about the negative effects of lifting weights as a youth athlete. Ask questions or connect with us HERE!For more information regarding our online training teams and individualized remote coaching services visit our website here: Visit Our WebsiteGrab a bag of our world-class #WAKEYOURASSUP Coffee and support our youth scholarship...

Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] goes over the three common types of chronic pain we see and how to begin addressing them on your own! Neck pain, back pain, and knee pain... what do they all have in common?! Listen to the episode to find out and dive into how to improve your movement and decrease pain. Ask questions or connect with us HERE!For more information regarding our online train...

Send us a textWe get this question quite a bit. It depends on YOU. Here are some insights into how to make the diet work best for you. Questions? Send us a message on Instagram [@hansenathletics]For more information regarding our online training teams and individualized remote coaching services visit our website here: Visit Our WebsiteConnect with us and learn more: Show Me Support the showA massi...

Send us a text@coachdhansen tackles an important concept concerning the youth and their ability to develop confidence. Questions? Call them in or send us a message on Instagram [@hansenathletics]For more information regarding our online training teams and individualized remote coaching services visit our website here: Visit Our WebsiteConnect with us and learn more: Show Me Support the showA massi...

Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] answers a question given to us by one of our athlete's parents. Is there room for quarter squats and are they effective with a high school basketball player? Coach Darren covers some misconceptions in the article and describes how we program our athletes to increase their speed and jumps. Questions? Call them in or send us a message on Instagram [@hansen...

Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] covers some key points when it comes to designing conditioning tests and pre-season conditioning protocols for the high school athlete. Not only does he break down many of the common misconceptions and mistakes that are made, but he also gives an example of how to better approach your athlete's preparation. Questions? Call them in or send us a message on...

Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] dives into the difference between a Snatch and Power Snatch... or the lack thereof. This is a mistake we see often and have had our followers ask about, and we wanted to give you an insight into the way HA approaches this concept as athletes and coaches. Questions? Call them in or send us a message on Instagram [@hansenathletics]For more information rega...