InfluencetoPerform

In this episode, we spotlight a restaurant that nurtures strong community ties and maintains unwavering trust. Join us as we explore how their exceptional stewardship has set a high relationship-building and community engagement standard. Tune in to discover the key practices that make this restaurant a standout example of trust and connection in the industry. To view the video, please check out t...

In today’s episode, I’m excited to discuss a recent experience with one of my soccer athletes from Hampton University. We hit a moment when our usual training had to shift gears, and instead, we focused on connecting through mental and verbal interaction. Coaches, this is an excellent opportunity to talk about how we can tune into our athletes’ needs. Here’s how you can encourage open communicatio...

Welcome to the Influence to Perform podcast, where we engage in meaningful conversations and mentorship talks with top strength coaches, leaders, and professionals in their respective fields. Our guests have been carefully selected to inspire and empower you and those around you. While many strength coaches may be caught up in following social media trends, some remain dedicated to honing their sk...

In this segment, it is a reminder of how a little appreciation goes a long way.

Thank you for listening to the Influence to Perform, formerly the Crucial Conversations Podcast. In this episode, I want to briefly cover why I think the Tidal Tank is a game changer for all athletes; especially for those in-season athletes (in this case female basketball, female track, young men lacrosse, and other sports as applicable).

As coaches we face many trials of life that can have an impact on how we live people; especially our athletes. Therefore, in this episode addressed are some small gems on love, how we can show it and ear fruit from the impact of positive love.

Tempo training focuses on building work capacity through various light and intensive runs based on the athlete’s training age and the resistance, if any, used. If trained correctly, this would allow one to run at faster velocities with relatively short recovery periods (anaerobically), conditioning the body to adapt to working at rapid intervals and limiting recovery time.

In Episode 4 of the Crucial Conversation podcast, I was able to speak with Zach Even-Esh, whom I met at the Underground Strength and Conditioning Certification years ago. Zach Even-Esh is the founder of The Underground Strength Gym and creator of The Underground Strength Coach Certification. He served as the Strength and Conditioning coach for Lehigh and Rutgers University wrestling team and the a...

In Episode 3 of the Crucial Conversation podcast, Marcus and I discuss Leadership, Life, Mentorship and everyone can move forward to do better and make a difference!  Marcus is the CEO/Owner of “Marcus of Ceremony” (his MC/Hosting Services Company), has a clothing line, Victory Everywear, or #VictoryOrNothing. He can also be seen and heard on, “The World Sucks But I Love It, Radio Show.”&nbsp...

In Episode 2 - Part 2 of the Crucial Conversation podcast. This is a continuation where Dan John I left off. Dan is well published and quoted around the world. Dan's books Easy Strength, Mass Made Simple, Never Let Go, and Can you Go (to name a few)  are very insightful. Please check out Dan's YouTube page where he shares his thoughts on training and life. In this episode, Dan and I conclude...

In Episode 2 of the Crucial Conversation podcast, I was able to speak with Dan John, who was my first mentor in the Strength and Conditioning field. Dan also published my very first article. Dan is well published and quoted around the world. Dan's books Easy Strength, Mass Made Simple, Never Let Go, and Can you Go (to name a few)  are very insightful. Please check out Dan's YouTube page where...

This podcast is a candid conversation between Justin and me regarding diversity in the fitness industry. A much-needed discussion based on the past and current recent events concerning African Americans, which has led to the ongoing protests around the world and what we can do as professionals to change things.  Topics covered:  1.  Addressing the Elephant in The Room.  2. Disc...