Performance Matters Podcast

There’s no room for guesswork in coaching — especially when athletes start asking real questions. In this episode, Matrixx and Myles dive into the kinds of questions every coach should be able to answer: Why are we doing this lift? What’s a taper? How strong is strong enough? What do ratios actually tell us? And is injury prevention even real, or just a marketing buzzword? They also unpack what it...

In this episode, Coach Manny and Matrixx dive into the key differences between European and Western styles of strength and conditioning. They explore how culture shapes sport, the evolving landscape of youth sports, and wrap it up with a rapid-fire Q&A on the latest sport science technologies. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or sport enthusiast, this conversation offers fresh insights into tr...

In this episode of the Performance Matters podcast, Matrixx sits down with Ashley Kowalewski—better known as AK—a powerhouse strength and conditioning coach at LSU. They dive deep into the real work behind high performance: from managing training load and recovery to building athlete autonomy, trust, and resilience. AK opens up about her journey into elite sport, the challenges women face in the f...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jordan Shallow — chiropractor, strength coach, and founder of Pre-Script — to talk about the massive disconnect between rehab and performance. From biomechanics to athletic development, we break down why athletes are falling through the cracks and what needs to change. Expect straight talk on strength, nervous system training, and why “corrective” doesn’t alwa...

In this episode of the Performance Matters Podcast , we sit down with Mihai Raducanu — former pro basketball player, entrepreneur, and championship-winning coach. Mihai shares his journey from growing up in Romania to carving out a career through grit, growth, and relentless hard work. We explore how his mindset has fuelled his transition from athlete to business leader, as he’s helped build multi...

From hot takes and hill-dying opinions to real athlete dilemmas, Coaches Matrixx and Myles answer the questions coaches whisper about and athletes argue over. Is sport-specific training BS? Are Olympic lifts overrated? Should you even lift in-season? We’re not here to play it safe. We’re here to say what needs to be said. 🔊 No fluff. No filters. Just real talk from the weight room trenches. Shout...

Episode 19: From Pass Catcher to Coach – Lessons of Leadership, Legacy & Life After the Game Coach Myles returns to the mic and is joined by one of Performance Matters’ OG football athletes — Rushon Dagelman . A former Wide Receiver for the University of Waterloo, Rushon has come full circle as their Head Wide Receivers Coach , and most recently led the East squad’s receivers at the 2025 U SPO...

In this 18th episode of Performance Matters Podcast, we sit down with Coach Tommy Sloan of the Keyano College Huskies women’s volleyball team to explore what it really takes to build a winning culture. From navigating a complete team rebuild to recruiting across four provinces and beyond, Coach Sloan shares powerful insights on connecting with athletes as people first, fostering competitive spirit...

IPC's OG member, Dave Teutenberg joins us on the PMP! Dave talks about how he got into fitness and his process for staying on track for the long haul. Everything from overcoming his fear of the gym, to preparing for the Indoor Erg World Championships, Dave hammers the staples of consistency and finding joy in the day to day. You can follow Dave on Instagram @daveteuts Be sure to subscribe to t...

Beyond stoked to have Steve Mesler join us on the PMP for episode 16! Steve is the 2010 Olympic champion for Team USA in the 4-man bobsled. Steve walks us through his journey from a D1 track athlete for University of Florida to now olympic champion! He provides tremendous insight into the ins and outs of his training process, learning to make the details matter so as to better prepare for the bigg...

As we approach IPC's 7th anniversary, M & M reflect back on the past seven years; the good, the bad and the ugly. The fellas uncover their origin stories and how they got into the field. Everything from the early days at IPC to navigating a pandemic and using community as a fuel to drive a business. Watch and listen on Spotify, YouTube and Apple!

Coach Steve Delaney of the Brock Badgers Women's Volleyball Team joins us on the PMP for episode 14! Steve breaks down his journey into volleyball and his transition to the university realm where he helped build on a tradition of excellence for the Brock Badgers. We hear his insight and dive deeper into his coaching philosophy for establishing a culture of success both on and off the court. Steve...

We are so PUMPED to have leading nutrition expert Dr. John Berardi join us on the Performance Matters Podcast for episode 13! John explains the 5 fundamental pillars for nutrition when looking to stay healthy and improve sport performance. Everything from protein to hydration and practical tips for implementation. He elaborates on his unique experiences working with some of the top athletes in the...

Coach Kevin Rosebrugh ("Coach Rosie") joins us today on the PMP for episode 12! Hear how Coach Rosie got his start in the hockey realm and what he looks for when bringing on fresh talent. As Head Coach of the Port Colborne Sailors Hockey Team, Coach Rosie has an "old school" meets "new school" mentality; one that has helped turn the Sailors organization around! You can learn more about Coach Roseb...

M & M are back for episode 11 and boy are they excited for the off-season of SUMMER! The fellas discuss the purpose of training through an off-season and how to make the most out of the most flexible time of the year. Whether it's the methods themselves or the attitudes of high performing athletes, there is a synergy to being successful this summer. Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTub...

Wow, we're on episode 10! Today's guest is Jevon Balfour, former National Champion is Freestyle wrestling and now Assistant Coach at McMaster University. Jevon chops up his journey into the sport and his transition into the coaching realm. He dives into his experience building an elite environment for his athletes; drawing on his own previous experiences competing in one of the top programs in the...

On this week's episode, we're joined by Registered Massage Therapist Tyler Pearce! Tyler dives into his journey of becoming a coach before switching gears to become a registered massage therapist. He provides insight into the profession as well as his own practice for helping athletes (and overall awesome humans) stay in the game and doing the things that matter to them! You can learn more about T...

On our 8th episode of the PMP, we chop it up with Dale Melnick, the founder of 6-Pack Recruiting! Dale dives into her volleyball career as both an athlete and Team Canada Coach and relates it to her start in helping athletes streamline their recruitment process. She provides tremendous insight into a typical journey for a young athlete AND what coaches really look for when attempting to fill their...

We're pumped to have Coach Victor Raso join us on the PMP! Coach Raso is the GM and Head Coach of The Niagara River Lions and the Director of Basketball at Ridley College. Tune in as we listen to Coach Raso's perspective on building an elite culture. From his own experience as an elite basketball player, Coach Raso breaks down what he prioritizes with his players and how he helps shape them to be...

On this episode of the PMP, we're joined by Brock University Men's Volleyball Assistant Coach Jenn Kelly! Jenn dives into creating a culture at both the club and university level, what matters to her in creating a successful team and life beyond volleyball! Jenn also coaches multiple age groups for the Niagara Rapids Volleyball Club. Follow Coach Jenn on Instagram @j2k_27 to learn more!

And we're back with Episode 5! Who better to have as our first guest than longtime IPC Member and friend Anthony Federico? Join us this week as Anthony discusses being more than just an 80%er, facing and overcoming adversity in his own path to the pros, how football translates to life, and more!

M & M are back for Episode 4! In this episode, the fellas dive into the essential aspects of briefing and debriefing teams, particularly in the context of coaching and managing athletes. They explore the best practices for setting clear expectations and communicating effectively before and after lifts and competitions, as well as navigating tough conversations with athletes. This includes addr...

M & M are back with episode 3 where they discuss optimal training dosage, the importance of capability and how to better collaborate with fellow support staff!

We're BACK with episode two of the Performance Matters Podcast! This week, Coach Matrixx and Coach Aidan sit down to discuss career paths, current projects, and more!

We're FINALLY kicking things off with our first pilot episode of the Performance Matters Podcast! Coach Matrixx and Coach Myles sit down to talk teams, culture and leadership.