The Coaches Compass

Coach Ray, a physio and strength and conditioning coach, shares his approach to helping athletes and sports organizations. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the foundational pillars of strength and conditioning before diving into the more advanced aspects. He also highlights the need for athletes to have a broad understanding of general health and wellness. Coach Ray discusses his journe...

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop and Coach Jay interview Coach Andre, a former professional football player turned coach in Europe. They discuss his journey from America to Europe, the challenges of transitioning from player to coach, and the importance of focusing on fundamentals in training. Coach Andre also shares his approach to nutrition and how he helps athletes build a hea...

Coach Preston Scott, an assistant sports performance coach, shares his journey in strength and conditioning. He started as a teacher and coach, and eventually found his passion in strength and conditioning. He emphasizes the importance of being humble and willing to learn as an intern. As a full-time coach, he balances his time between coaching, programming, and continuing education. He learns fro...

In this episode of the Coach's Compass, Coach Nathan, the managing editor for the Simply Faster Blog, discusses his journey into coaching and the importance of being a multi-sport athlete. He emphasizes the value of variety in training and the benefits of participating in different sports. Coach Nathan also shares insights on using sports technologies, such as OmegaWave and 1080 Motion, to enhance...

Coach Coop interviews Coach Edward Troise, also known as ET, who is a true student of movement. ET shares his journey from being overweight and diabetic as a teenager to becoming a strength coach and practitioner of rotational movement training and rope flow. He emphasizes the importance of clean water for overall health and explains how to find and hydrate with clean water. ET also discusses the...

Laura Stark, founder of Stark Strong Performance, shares her journey in the sports performance industry and her passion for helping athletes of all ages improve their performance. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the goals of each training session and tailoring the program to meet the needs of the individual athlete. Laura also discusses the challenges of working with different age g...

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop interviews Coach D, a former D1 DB and international DB coach. They discuss Coach D's success as a DB coach and the importance of studying and surveying the field. Coach D emphasizes the combination of elite knowledge, playing experience, and a passion for editing and communication that has led to his success. He also shares his experience coachin...

Coach Michael Beseris, owner of Iron Mountain Barbell, shares his journey in the strength and conditioning industry and the importance of prioritizing speed in training. He emphasizes the value of learning from experienced coaches and constantly seeking new knowledge. Coach Michael also discusses the challenges of running his own business and the importance of building strong relationships with hi...

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop interviews Ebram Salama, a young strength and conditioning coach. Ebram discusses how being young allows him to connect with athletes on a personal level, but also presents challenges in establishing authority. He emphasizes the importance of setting the right environment and not wasting time with athletes who don't want to improve. Ebram shar...

In this conversation, Coop and Usama Mujtaba discuss Usama's journey from chemical engineering to becoming the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Toronto Argonauts. Usama emphasizes the importance of culture in his training approach and empowering athletes with knowledge. He also shares his experiences and challenges in the strength and conditioning field. They discuss the difference...

Coach Lachen shares his background in strength and conditioning, including his experience working with college teams and his own online coaching business. He emphasizes the importance of creating a competitive and engaging training environment, using games and competitions to motivate athletes. He also discusses the concept of a 'workhorse' and how it has evolved from a focus on hard work...

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop interviews Coach Melissa, a professional soccer player and online strength and conditioning coach. They discuss Melissa's journey as a player and coach, the challenges of balancing both roles, and the importance of time management. Melissa shares her passion for progress and helping others achieve their goals. She also talks about her experien...

Coach Michael Cano, a certified strength and conditioning coach, shares his approach to coaching and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of being of service to athletes and creating a positive and empowering environment. He discusses the significance of preparation, both in terms of personal development and planning for coaching sessions. Coach Cano believes in earning the respect of athletes...

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop interviews Coach Matt, a sports performance coach and football player. They discuss topics such as the transition from hockey to football, the differences in training athletes from different sports, the use of social media to grow a business, and the challenges and opportunities in the strength and conditioning field. Coach Matt emphasizes the imp...

In this conversation, Coach Coop and Coach Jay interview Derek Hansen, a renowned sports coach and advisor with over 30 years of experience. They discuss topics such as the transition from being an athlete to a coach, the imposter syndrome that coaches often experience, the importance of understanding the specific needs of different sports when it comes to speed development, and the use of technol...

In this episode, Coach Jim, the head football strength and conditioning coach at the Naval Academy, shares his journey in the strength and conditioning field and discusses the importance of hard work and perseverance. He emphasizes the need for coaches to understand the why behind their training methods and to blend difficult training with productive training that prepares athletes for their sport...

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop and Coach Jay interview David Horvath, a fitness coach with a background in table tennis and experience working with referees and Formula One racers. They discuss the importance of strength and conditioning for referees and the cognitive skills required in highly technical sports. David emphasizes the need for communication, leadership, and empath...

In this episode of The Coaches Compass, Jay, Coop and Malorie Henderlong discuss Malorie's journey from playing soccer to becoming a strength and conditioning coach. Malorie shares her experiences working with different sports teams and the challenges she faced as a female coach in a male-dominated field. They also talk about the daily schedule of a college strength coach and the testing and m...

In this episode, Coach Coop and Jay interview Mike Guadango, a trainer and bodyworker for professional athletes. Mike discusses what sets him apart in the industry and the mentors he has learned from. He emphasizes the importance of simplicity in training and the need to solve problems rather than avoid them. Mike also talks about his relentless curiosity and desire to learn, as well as the mistak...

In this episode of the Coaches' Compass, Coach Coop and Jay interview Arnaud Vidaller, the owner of All Around Athlete and head of strength and conditioning for the Paris Musketeers. Arnaud shares his journey into the field of strength and conditioning, starting as a football player and transitioning to studying strength and conditioning in France. He then pursued opportunities in the United S...

In this episode of The Coach's Compass, Coach Coop and Jay interview John Matthews, a coach at BGI Academy in Denmark. They discuss the challenges of finding a home as a coach in Europe and the struggle of transitioning from playing to coaching. They also touch on the topic of life after sports and the importance of finding a new passion. John shares his journey of staying in Denmark and how h...

In this episode, Coach Coop and Coach Jay interview Brian Jones, a former professional hockey player and owner of Efficient Strength Training LLC. They discuss Brian's journey from being a pro athlete to becoming a strength and conditioning coach and the challenges he faced in the industry. Brian emphasizes the importance of starting strength training at a young age and developing movement map...

This episode speaks for itself with having an OG in the game Coach Troy Jones.

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop interviews Coach Nate, the director of strength and conditioning for Weber International University. They discuss topics such as the college scene, the role of a director of strength and conditioning, the challenges of hiring and letting go of coaches, and the differences in training basketball players compared to other sports. Coach Nate emphasiz...

In this conversation, Matt Solomon, a strength and conditioning coach and sports scientist, discusses his career and work with Paralympic athletes. He talks about the challenges of being a strength coach and the importance of mental health. Matt explains that he got into strength and conditioning because of his passion for sports and his dislike for physiotherapy. He describes sports science as a...