The Modern Athlete Podcast

Hunting season starts long before opening day. In this episode, Coach Jimmy breaks down the physical qualities every hunter should develop to perform better in the field and reduce the risk of injury. From building an aerobic base to improving single-leg strength and carrying heavy loads, to prepare your body for the demands of hunting season. Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

Whether you're new to structured training, getting back into a consistent routine, or looking to build a stronger foundation, Warfighter Foundations was built for you. In this episode, Coach Jimmy breaks down who the program is designed for, how the 12-week plan is structured, and why developing strength, conditioning, and movement quality sets you up for long-term success. Build Your Base He...

Your best performance doesn't define you. Your worst day does. In this episode, we discuss the concept of raising the floor versus raising the ceiling, why training for consistent performance matters, and how building a higher baseline prepares you for whatever life throws your way. Coach Jimmy also touches on key Warfighter Conjugate updates and answer common programming questions. Not on Wa...

What does it actually take for a tactical athlete to be ready on their worst day? In this talk from the Long Island Tactical Clinic, Coach Jimmy breaks down the "Performance on Demand" philosophy: how military, law enforcement, firefighters, and prepared individuals stay ready while juggling busy schedules, limited equipment, and no off-season. He covers the eight components of human per...

Coach Jimmy breaks down the new Warfighter Conjugate cycle and explains the reasoning behind the program design. From dynamic effort work and max effort lifts to conditioning and exercise selection, this is your walk through for Week 1 of training. Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

What gear is actually worth having in your training bag? Coach Jimmy breaks down the equipment he uses every week, from footwear and lifting gear to heart rate monitors and velocity trackers. Learn what tools can support your training, when they're useful, and why fundamentals always matter more than equipment.  Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

In this episode, we break down the upcoming Warfighter training cycle and explain exactly how the new system is structured. We cover the goals behind the program, how we’re developing strength, power, conditioning, and hypertrophy simultaneously, and how the Build, Output, Armor (BOA) system allows athletes to scale training around real life demands. We also dive into the conditioning progression,...

In this episode, we break down the 6 Core Standards of Warfighter and why we use them to measure performance. We cover testing week, identifying weaknesses, and how these standards help build a stronger, more complete tactical athlete. Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

Most athletes either train strength, conditioning, or power. Tactical professionals need all three. In this episode, we explain how we use conjugate style training inside a concurrent training model to develop complete athletes. From dynamic effort work to exercise rotation and recovery management, we cover how to make the system actually work for real-world performance. Not on Warfighter?  Join t...

Building a home gym doesn’t need to be complicated. In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Howell to break down how to prioritize equipment, maximize space, and build a gym that actually delivers results. Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

If you’re rolling multiple times per week but not adjusting your training, you’re setting yourself up to feel run down. In this episode, we cover how to structure strength and conditioning for Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on building your gas tank, improving strength and power, and managing overall workload so you can train consistently without breaking down Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

If your training isn’t working, it’s not random, you’re missing something. In this episode, we walk through common athlete problems and exactly how to fix them, from poor conditioning to lack of structure and program hopping. The goal is simple: identify your weak link, attack it, and build a more complete, job-ready athlete.  Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

If you’re not assessing, you’re guessing. We introduce the Readiness Standard, a five-event test designed for tactical athletes to evaluate total fitness across multiple domains. This episode breaks down each event and shows how to use your results to drive smarter training. Find your weak points and start training what actually matters. Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

Stop overthinking substitutions. This episode explains how to train within total body, lower body, and upper body categories so you can adjust on the fly without losing effectiveness. Understand the system, match the intent, and keep moving forward. Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

On this episode of the Modern Athlete Podcast, we break down how to run effective group PT sessions by focusing on what actually matters: group size, time, space, and equipment.  When sessions are organized, consistent, and intentional, you get better outcomes and better buy-in across the board. Start Training on Warfighter Here

We've seen thousands of athletes train.   We also see the same mistake happen over and over again.  Here are the top ones.  And here's how to correct them. Not on Warfighter?  Join the team here.

The Build, Output, Armor (BOA) System is how we maximize training gains, provide a scalable solution for people who have 3, 4, 5, or 6 days a week to train, and manage weekly recovery. In this episode we are diving into what BOA is and answering frequently asked questions from the Warfighter training team. Read the Full BOA Article Here Start Training on Warfighter Here

In this episode of the Modern Athlete Podcast, Coach Jimmy sits down with Harry Walker, founder of Warhorse Athletics, Marine Corps Infantry veteran, wildland firefighter, and elite Strongman competitor. Harry breaks down how Strongman training carries over to tactical performance, why sandbags, carries, neck training, grip strength, and sprint work matter for military, law enforcement, firefighte...

Brian and Jimmy go in depth about what to expect on the new cycle, how to build to a one rep max, and our framework for managing weekly training fatigue, the BOA System. If you're not training with us and want to hop on the next cycle... Try a free week of Warfighter

In this episode, Coach Jimmy and dietitian Erik Grohmann discuss the Warfighter annual training plan for athletes, focusing on the integration of nutrition and training.  They explore the importance of injury recovery, body composition goals, nutrient distribution, caloric intake, and the significance of consistency in nutrition. The conversation also delves into energy systems, carbohydrate timin...

Coach Jimmy interviews Derek Poundstone, a former World's Strongest Man competitor, 3x America's Strongest Man, 2x Arnold Classic strongman winner, and law enforcement officer.  They discuss Derek's journey into strongman competitions, the balance between his athletic career and law enforcement, and the mental resilience required to succeed in both fields.  Derek shares insights on...

Dr. Seth Haselhuhn breaks down why mental performance for tactical professionals isn't the same as sport psychology—and why "tactical athlete" is a misleading term. Seth is a mental performance coach working with special operations and tactical professionals. In this conversation, we cover: • Why there are no metrics for combat (and what that means for training) • The difference bet...

In this episode of the Modern Athlete Podcast, Coach Jimmy sits down with Justin Bentivegna , a longtime friend, training partner, and fellow strength coach, to unpack what effective training really looks like for tactical professionals and athletes across different stages of life. The conversation centers on the idea that training principles should stay constant, but methods must adapt to the ind...

In this episode, Coach Jimmy and Chris Conroy discuss the importance of maintaining health and fitness as a father. They explore Chris's journey with the '100 Days of Healthy' challenge, his upcoming Ironman training, and the balance between family life and personal fitness goals. The conversation emphasizes the need for adaptability in training, the significance of leading by examp...

The Annual Plan is how you build ALL physical qualities over the course of a year.  When you build everything at once, nothing ever becomes the priority.  This is how we build elite strength and conditioning while keeping athletes healthy over the course of year. Start training here:  https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/modern-athlete-strength-solutions?attrib=260991-pod