PJF Performance

The PJF Podcast: Elite Sports Performance

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The PJF Podcast is the official show of NBA strength and conditioning coach Paul Fabritz. This podcast is dedicated to bringing you science based sports Performance and Fitness truths. Paul's unique approach to transforming the fitness and athleticism of NBA superstars has become well known worldwide, this podcast aims to dissect these methods.

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063: How to Make The NBA, Truth About Barefoot Training and More 15.06.2026 44:13

TRAINING PROGRAMS: Unranked Basketball Academy: https://www.pjfperformance.com/unranked-basketball-academy/ Twitch Code 2.0: https://www.pjfperformance.com/the-twitch-code-2-0/ The Vert Code & The Vert Code Elite: http://www.pjfperformance.com/the-vert-code-elite-2/ TRAINING PRODUCTS: Extended Length Bands: https://www.pjfperformanceshop.com/products/pjf-non-slip-fabric-power-band PJF Mini Ban...

062: How to Build Confidence and Fall In Love with The Game 04.04.2026 28:20

061: GLP-1's for Athletes, Losing Fat Without Losing Strength + More 19.01.2026 33:03

TIME CODES: 1:05 - Under 10% Body Fat for Jumping high 9:57- GLP-1's For Athletes 25:55- Do We Really Need Plyometrics or Just Approach Jumping? TRAINING PROGRAMS: Unranked Basketball Academy: https://www.pjfperformance.com/unranked-basketball-academy/ Twitch Code 2.0: https://www.pjfperformance.com/the-twitch-code-2-0/ The Vert Code & The Vert Code Elite: http://www.pjfperformance.com/the-vert...

060: The Truth About The Heels— How to Use Your Heels to Your Advantage In Sports 12.11.2025 25:15

TRAINING PROGRAMS Unranked Basketball Academy: https://www.pjfperformance.com/unranked-basketball-academy/ The Vert Code & The Vert Code Elite: http://www.pjfperformance.com/the-vert-code-elite-2/ Fat Don't Fly: http://www.pjfperformance.com/fat-dont-fly/ FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pjfperformance/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pjfperformance?lang=en Facebook: https://ww...

059: 5 Things I've Changed My Mind On- Jump Mechanics, Modern AAU Landscape, Building Wealth + More 14.10.2025 52:02

TIMECODES: 00:52 Life + House Updates 6:42 Jump Mechanics 14:33 1 on 0 vs. Bones Over Cones 28:25 Loading Sport Specific Positions 34:16 Modern AAU, Technology Influencing Competitive Stamina 45:50 Generational Wealth TRAINING PROGRAMS: Unranked Basketball Academy: https://www.pjfperformance.com/unranked-basketball-academy/ The Vert Code & The Vert Code Elite: http://www.pjfperformance.net/the...

058: Knee Health Myths, Truth About Tib Raises, Stretching and More 28.10.2024 52:42

2:48 - Tibialis Raises 17:01 - BPC157 for Healing Knee Pain 24:03 - Importance of Avoiding Heel Strike 32:20 - Deep Range of Motion Training 39:44 - Stretching for Knee Pain 44:00 - Icing after Workout TRAINING PROGRAMS: Unranked Basketball Academy: https://www.pjfperformance.com/unranked-basketball-academy/ The Vert Code & The Vert Code Elite: http://www.pjfperformance.net/the-vert-code-elite-2...

057: Paul Played In An NBA Practice, Over Competition is Draining Competitive Stamina 30.09.2024 30:47

056: How Kyrie Became the Most Skilled Player Ever, Tendon Healing Myths + More 10.05.2024 40:44

TRAINING PROGRAMS Unranked Basketball Academy: https://www.pjfperformance.com/unranked-basketball-academy/ Speed Code: https://www.pjfperformance.com/the-speed-code/ Fat Don't Fly: http://www.pjfperformance.com/fat-dont-fly/ The Vert Code & The Vert Code Elite: http://www.pjfperformance.com/the-vert-code-elite-2/ Edge U: https://theedgeu.com PROTEIN Upper Echelon Nutrition: https://uenutrition.c...

055: Do Athletes Need Direct Core Training + The Keys to Athletic Aging-PJF Podcast 05.03.2024 40:28

054: Tendon Science with Jake Tuura, Jumpers Knee Rehab, Achilles Tendon Pain and More 30.10.2023 1:33:26

JAKE TUURA: https://linktr.ee/jtuura2 Timecodes 0:00 Podcast Episode Intro 1:08 Jake Tuura Background 5:35 Topic on Patellar Tendon Pain 8:16 Jumper's Knee Rehab 15:36 Risk of Other Injuries 21:38 Jake's Phases of Rehab 30:25 Benefits of Collagen 36:51 Fixing the Hole or the Donut 42:58 Free Play vs Structure Training 52:14 Risk of Injury Outside Movement Band Width 57:37 What happens after Age 3...

053: Creating A Business, Life vs. Work Balance, Staying Motivated 07.10.2023 1:21:57

Timecodes 0:00 Podcast Episode Intro 2:28 Changes to PJF Business 7:52 Scaling the Business 12:47 Changes to Social Media Algorithm 19:43 Quality of Content on Social Media 21:19 4 Wells to Stay Motivated 34:27 Future of S&C Industry 39:57 PJF in 10 Years 43:30 Paul's Hidden Talent 49:02 Origins of Online Programs 1:00:35 Instagram Q&A 1:01:24 Time Management in Relationship 1:03:39 How Much Exper...

052: The Truth About Alignment and Movement Compensations 21.09.2023 29:21

TRAINING PROGRAMS Unranked Basketball Academy https://www.pjfperformance.com/unranked-basketball-academy/ Speed Code: https://www.pjfperformance.net/the-speed-code/ Fat Don't Fly: http://www.pjfperformance.net/fat-dont-fly/ The Vert Code & The Vert Code Elite: http://www.pjfperformance.net/the-vert-code-elite-2/ Edge U: https://theedgeu.com PROTEIN Upper Echelon Nutrition: https://uenutritio...

051: How to Train on Gameday, Does 1RM Squats Improve Vertical Jump, Thoughts on Contrast Training 01.08.2023 1:10:43

TIMECODE 0:00 Intro 0:56 Team Trainer vs. Independent Trainer 18:07 Training on Game Day 26:36 Injury rates increased since the 90's 47:00 1RM Squat Improves Vertical Jump Potential? 1:02:42 Thoughts on Contrast Training LEAGUE LENGTH PADS: https://pjf-performance-shop.myshopify.com/products/ll22 Use Code: july25 to receive 25% off of your entire League Length Pad order! TRAINING PROGRAMS Unrank...

049: 6 Most Important Keys to Getting Stupid Fast/Quick, 3 Levels to A Drill + More 11.07.2023 44:59

TIME CODES: 1:00 UNRANKED Program Description 4:24 3 Levels of a Drill 18:02 6 ways to become stupid fast/quick TRAINING PROGRAMS Unranked Basketball Academy: https://www.pjfperformance.com/unranked-basketball-academy/ FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pjfperformance/ Website: http://www.pjfperformance.com

050: 10 Daily Habits That Will Level You Up Mentally and Physically 11.07.2023 40:26

TIMECODES 0:00 Intro 4:55 Movement Snacks 7:42 Morning Sunlight 11:13 1st Hour No Phone 13:12 Read, Write, Conversations Daily 16:31 Walk 10,000 Steps 19:42 Relax, Being Stress Free 22:47 Breath work 3x a day 24:20 Eat .85g of Protein 31:00 Use Carbs as Fuel 34:36 Circadian Rhythm LEAGUE LENGTH PADS: https://pjf-performance-shop.myshopify.com/products/ll22 TRAINING PROGRAMS Unranked Basketball Aca...

048: Master Skills Faster, Jump/Speed Training In-Season Training + More 05.11.2022 45:17

TIMECODES 1:24 Mastering Skills Faster (Consolidation of Skill) 10:44 Can I Do Two Knee Dominant Squat Exercises in One Workout 13:27 In Season Training- How to Incorporate Athleticism Work 25:51 Dealing with Online Negativity and Haters 29:49 Dunking Everyday TRAINING PROGRAMS Speed Code: https://www.pjfperformance.net/the-speed-code/ Fat Don't Fly: http://www.pjfperformance.net/fat-dont-fly/ The...

047: Pro Athlete/Celebrity Trainer Ben Bruno Has Built a Crazy Client List 19.09.2022 1:10:23

TIMECODES: 2:11- How Ben Got Into Training 8:42- Dressing Up for a Trainer Interview 14:20- Using Social Media to Share Training Advice 19:14- Current State of Social Media Content 23:28- Getting First Celebrity Client 29:36- Training Celebrities and Athletes 42:11- Anecdotal Experience 46:49- Tips for Young Athletes 1:02:46- Speed Round TRAINING PROGRAMS Speed Code: https://www.pjfperformance.net...

046: Dr. Emily Splichal: Training The Feet, Ankles, Barefoot Training and More 05.08.2022 58:04

TIMECODES 1:46 Naboso Insoles 4:13 Importance of Training Barefoot 8:29 Isolation vs. Integration Training 12:29 Foot Health for Infants 15:54 Is Having Flat Feet a Super Power for Athletes? 18:06 Does Flat Feet Increase Injury Risk? 19:16 Achilles Tendinitis in Young Athletes 23:03 Solution for Tight Calves 27:12 Assessment for Short Achilles 28:45 Thoughts on Heel Drop in Shoes 31:53 Thoughts on...

045: Mac McClung- Developing His Game + Bounce, Becoming a Viral Sensation & More 13.07.2022 51:02

TIMECODES 0:36 Intro 0:44 Basketball Beginnings 4:55 Rise to Social Media Stardom 13:00 Transitioning to College Hoops 14:16 Transitioning to the NBA 15:54 G League Rookie of the Year 17:43 First NBA Bucket 18:02 Playing with the Lakers 20:15 Explosive Training Beginnings 27:45 The Start of the Mac McClung Program 35:26 NBA Physicality 38:29 Training/Conditioning in the NBA 45:15 Speed Rounds TRAI...

044: Can Athletes Smoke w/o Big Side Effects, Small Sided Games vs Skills Training, NBA Drug Problem 31.05.2022 1:01:05

TIMECODES 00:52 Intro 5:08 Small Sided Games vs Traditional Training 14:41 Paul's Strength Numbers 27:30 Minimum Dose on Durability Code 31:25 What 6ft Guards Should Focus On 38:00 Thoughts on Marijuana for Athletes 48:08 Does the NBA Have a Steroid Problem TRAINING PROGRAMS The Durability Code: https://www.pjfperformance.net/the-durability-code/ Mac McClung Jump Program: https://www.pjfperformanc...

043: 9 Keys to Building Flexibility & Mobility That Actually Translates to Sports 05.04.2022 1:02:50

TIMECODES 3:08 Issues live in tissue- have fun 9:25 Breathe for better mobility 12:12 Move like our ancestors 15:40 Positions of rest 18:27 Foam rolling and static stretching— the window of opportunity 31:01 Strengthening through full range and all planes of motion 36:10 Movement fluidity- contract/relax is key 41:37 Playing low in sports is force in .4 52:55 Plyometrics, sprinting for tendons FOL...

042: The Patrick McKeown Interview How To Breathe To Improve Fitness, Recovery & Sports Performance 25.02.2022 1:04:54

Patrick McKeown Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oxygenadvantage/?utm_medium=copy_link https://oxygenadvantage.com https://www.youtube.com/c/OxygenAdvantage Mouth Tape: Myotape.com TIMECODE: 0:40 Patrick McKeown Background 3:25 Nasal Breathing Popularity 12:14 Using Nasal Breathing in Basketball 16:26 The "Bolt Score" Assessment 26:49 When to Incorporate Box Breathing 30:06 cues for softer a...

041: Andy Barr Talks KD's Achilles Rehab, Injury Reduction Advice for Athletes, and More 29.01.2022 1:51:41

Andy Barr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andybarrpt/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/andybarrpt Website: https://quantumperformance.co TIMECODE: 1:14 - Andy Barr Introduction 10:54 - Andy Barr's Philosophy 12:51 - Rehab Recovery Time 16:17 - The Psychology Of Returning from an Injury 21:17 KD's Return from Achilles Injury 26:44 Injury Prevention 31:50 Age Difference on Recovery Time 37:28...

040: Top 3 Exercises for Dunking, Proprioception, Red Light Therapy 19.01.2022 1:18:46

TIMECODE: 2:08 Life Updates 16:34 Paul's Top 5 Most Athletic in the NBA 28:03 Max Schmarzo's Top 5 Most Athletic in the NBA 42:28 Top 3 Approach Jump Exercises 59:05 Squid Reacts TRAINING PROGRAMS Durability Code: https://www.pjfperformance.net/the-durability-code/ Mac McClung Jump Program: https://www.pjfperformance.net/mac-mcclung-jump-program/ Speed Code: https://www.pjfperformance.net/the-spee...

039: Exploring Mobility with Vernon Griffith 08.06.2021 1:03:44

Vernon Griffith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vernongriffith4/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vernongriffith4?lang=en TIMECODES Vernon Griffith Intro 0:31 Owning a Gym 2:11 Becoming the Mobility Guy 9:48 Static stretching vs. Loaded Movement 13:38 Landmine Workouts 17:25 Structured Cool Downs 21:08 Coaching Cue's 24:38 Landing in Different Positions 32:23 Vernon Abducted by ALIENS 47:48 TRAIN...