The Coaches Compass

Dr. Kruse discusses the importance of optimizing light, water, and magnetism for optimal human performance. He emphasizes the role of sunlight in controlling the body's mechanics and transforming energy in the mitochondria. He highlights the negative effects of training under artificial light and the benefits of training outside without shoes. Dr. Kruse also mentions the importance of groundin...

In this conversation, Coach J is absent due to an injury, and the guest is Cici Murray, a speed performance and recovery specialist. Cici shares her journey into the industry and why she focuses on speed training. She discusses the challenges of being a female coach and how she builds trust and relationships with her athletes. Cici also talks about her assessment protocol for field athletes and th...

Tara, a physiologist and administrator with over 25 years of experience in exercise science, shares her journey and expertise in working with athletes. She initially became interested in sports psychology and later transitioned to sports science, focusing on performance readiness and physiological aspects of training. Tara emphasizes the importance of understanding the individual athlete's loa...

In this conversation, Coach Coop interviews Jack Santora, also known as the muscle mobility maker. They discuss Jack's background in soccer and how he transitioned into the strength and mobility industry. Jack shares his personal experience with mobility issues and how it led him to focus on mobility training. They also talk about common mobility issues in field sport athletes, particularly in...

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop interviews Coach Harry, the owner of Train Wright Performance and a rugby specialist. They discuss the importance of constantly evolving as a coach, the challenges of balancing playing rugby and coaching, and the process of starting an online training platform. Coach Harry emphasizes the need for coaches to understand the sport inside and out and...

In this conversation, Ester Alencar, a football coach from Brazil, shares her journey in the sport. She talks about how she got into football, starting as a fan and eventually becoming a player and coach. Ester discusses the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated industry and how she gained the respect and trust of her players. She also shares her experiences at the Tampa Bay Buccanee...

In this episode, Coach Coop and Jay interview Caleb Clayton Molby, a former athlete and franchise consultant. They discuss life after sports and why Caleb chose franchising as his next career path. Caleb explains that franchising provides a business in a box, with a playbook, operations manual, and marketing strategies already in place. He emphasizes the importance of leveraging the hard work and...

In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Coach Coop and Jay interview Lukas Strong, a former strength and conditioning coach for the Prague Lions and the founder of the Prague Speed Academy. Lukas shares his journey into the world of speed training and the differences he observed between training in Europe and the United States. He emphasizes the importance of caring for athletes and continuously l...

In this episode of The Coaches Compass, the guest, Jay, a certified sports nutritionist, discusses the importance of nutrition in athletic performance. He shares his journey into the field of nutrition and highlights the impact of nutrition on energy levels, recovery, and overall performance. Jay also addresses common areas where athletes lack in their nutrition, such as not eating enough to meet...

In this conversation, Coop and Jay interview Dion from SWAT Performance. They discuss the importance of technique in speed training and how to improve athletes' mechanics. Dion shares his experience working at House of Athletes and the challenges of creating a similar facility in Europe. They also talk about their sponsorships with G-Tech and the use of equipment like power plates and VBT devi...

In this episode of The Coaches Compass, mental health coach Dorthe Hummel discusses the importance of addressing mental health in athletes. She emphasizes the proactive approach of considering the brain as part of the body and looking at the root causes of mental health issues. Dorthe highlights the connection between physical and mental health, particularly the impact of lifestyle factors on sero...

In this episode, Coach Coop and Jay interview John Falk, a strength and conditioning coach and former football player. John shares his journey from playing soccer and ice hockey to discovering American football and strength and conditioning. He emphasizes the importance of structure and understanding the different phases of training. John also discusses the need for athletes to commit to their tra...

Coach Rory Lynn, a former professional rugby player and current strength and conditioning coach, shares his journey into coaching and his approach to training combat sport athletes. He emphasizes the importance of experience over textbook knowledge and highlights the value of rehab and understanding the body's mechanics. Rory focuses on performance over everything, with a goal of preparing ath...

In this episode, Coach Coop and Jay interview Sam Portland, a speed specialist and founder of Speed by Portland. Sam shares his journey into the industry and his passion for speed. He discusses the importance of experience and results over certifications and formal education. Sam breaks down his four-step model for developing speed: general speed, specific speed, special speed, and tactical speed....

In this episode, Coach Coop and Jay discuss programming for elite level athletes, specifically focusing on preparing for the upcoming season and mitigating soft tissue injuries. They emphasize the importance of building capacity to handle high output and the need for athletes to be willing to learn and implement new training methods. They also touch on the challenges of programming for imports and...

In this episode, Coach Coop and Jay discuss programming in strength and conditioning. They emphasize the importance of programming for individuals based on their position, age, and training phase. Jay shares his approach to programming for youth athletes, focusing on general workouts that gradually progress in intensity and volume. They also discuss the concept of hypertrophy and its relevance to...

In this episode, Coach Coop and Jay discuss what makes a great coach. They start by reading off some answers from listeners, which include qualities like correcting form, having great energy, being passionate, approachable, and knowledgeable in health and wellness. They emphasize the importance of building genuine connections with athletes and earning their trust. The conversation also touches on...

In this episode, Coach Coop and Jay discuss post-game soreness in sports, particularly in American football. They share their personal experiences and strategies for dealing with soreness, such as going to the gym, doing bodyweight exercises, and using supplements like L-glutamine. They also talk about the importance of hydration and electrolyte balance for recovery. The hosts emphasize the need f...

The Coaches Compass podcast aims to provide a platform for strength coaches in Europe to share their knowledge and experiences. The hosts, Coach Coop and Jay, discuss the differences between strength and conditioning in Europe compared to the United States, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in the European market. They also explore the journey of VicDamone, who went from playing Americ...