In this eye-opening episode of "Better at Beach," hosts Mark Burik and Matt Hazle address a critical aspect of tournament success that often goes unnoticed: maintaining focus amidst distractions. Geared towards players, parents, and coaches, this episode sheds light on the importance of protecting your focus and enhancing performance on the sand. Episode Highlights: Understanding Focus Dynamics: Mark and Matt kick off by unraveling the science behind focus and its crucial role in beach volleybal...
Aug 25, 2023•23 min
In this not-to-miss episode of "Better at Beach," your host Mark Burik shares a treasure trove of advice specially crafted for AVP players, yet universally applicable to anyone seeking to up their game. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a weekend warrior, this episode is your pre-tournament must-listen. Ready to elevate your beach volleyball game? Whether you're gearing up for an AVP tournament or a local competition, the insights in this episode are a game-changer. Don't miss the chance to gain ...
Aug 24, 2023•27 min
SUPPORT THE SHOW. WIN MORE MATCHES. BECOME A MEMBER! - www.betteratbeach.com/coaching In this episode of "Better at Beach," your host Mark Burik tackles a common challenge faced by volleyball players: dealing with injuries and using video analysis to continue improving their game. Discover innovative strategies to stay connected to the sport you love, even when you're sidelined. Episode Highlights: Adapting to Setbacks: Mark Burik dives into the mental and emotional aspects of dealing with injur...
Aug 15, 2023•45 min
Become a Certified Better at Beach Coach! www.betteratbeach.com/coach The Art of Effective Coaching: Mark Burik kicks off the episode by emphasizing the role of a coach in shaping not only a player's technical skills but also their leadership abilities. He shares insights into how coaching transcends on-court techniques to foster personal growth and leadership development. Empowering Decision-Making: Volleyball is a fast-paced game that demands split-second decisions. Mark discusses the importan...
Aug 14, 2023•35 min
In this week's episode, Mark Burik shares his ideas and experiences with coaching and gives actionable steps for creating long term success as a coach by developing and sticking to a Personal Coaching Philosophy WANT TO BECOME A CERTIFIED BETTER AT BEACH VOLLEYBALL COACH?!?! CLICK HERE www.betteratbeach.com/coach 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Dril...
Aug 10, 2023•34 min
In this weeks episode, Mark Burik shares his ideas and experiences with coaching and gives actionable steps for creating long term success as a coach. WANT TO BECOME A CERTIFIED BETTER AT BEACH VOLLEYBALL COACH?!?! CLICK HERE www.betteratbeach.com/coach 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players ...
Aug 09, 2023•24 min
Watch the companion video on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/F1fpRR5C-h4 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players 🔥My YouTube Playlist Clarifying The Biggest BVB Arguments & Rule Disputes 🔥My Top 20 Lessons Learned From 15 Years As Professional Volleyball Player 🔥SAVE 5% WITH OUR MEMBE...
Aug 08, 2023•1 hr 10 min
WANT TO BECOME A CERTIFIED BETTER AT BEACH VOLLEYBALL COACH?!?! CLICK HERE www.betteratbeach.com/coach Welcome to another insightful episode of "Better at Beach" with your host, Mark Burik! In Episode #81, we delve into the fascinating world of beach volleyball coaching and explore the intricacies of "Understanding The Roles & Responsibilities of a Coach." Join us as we sit down with prominent coaches, seasoned players, and industry experts who bring their wealth of experience to the forefro...
Aug 07, 2023•39 min
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Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 17 min
Learn to set with a medicine ball? Should one foot be forward when you set? Which one? Stay till the end where Mark takes you through his post-volleyball workout plan! Want To Learn All The Setting Secrets??? Go to www.betteratbeach.com/set 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players 🔥My YouTube ...
Jul 31, 2023•33 min
What should you REALLY look for in a volleyball partner? Mark Burik and Matt Hazle discuss things you probably aren't thinking about when choosing you want to play and compete with on the volleyball court. 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players 🔥My YouTube Playlist Clarifying The Biggest BVB...
Jul 31, 2023•51 min
Mark Burik is going to give you some key tips on Coaches, Vision and Short Player Strategies! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players 🔥My YouTube Playlist Clarifying The Biggest BVB Arguments & Rule Disputes 🔥...
Jun 05, 2023•47 min
Unlock the secrets to success in volleyball by understanding and keeping the right stats. Join us on today's podcast as we discuss the most crucial statistics for coaches to track and how to use them to focus on areas that will benefit you and your team the most. 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:00 - Intro 09:42 - Level 2 Test 11:44 - Ace to Error Ratio 14:12 - Attack Percentage 18:34 - Blocks Per Set 20:14 - Digs Per Game 25:19 - Pass...
Jun 02, 2023•29 min
Losing points? Missing critical hits? With the help of this podcast, you will learn how to pass flawlessly, set up clearly, and attack with assurance. You should always have this ability in your bag of tricks because it is easy to master. With Coach Brandon Joyner, you'll know what to focus on! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:04 - Intro 04:16 - Passing 14:57 - Setting 24:56 - Attacking 33:54 - Q and A 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIP...
May 26, 2023•43 min
Get the answers to all your volleyball questions and improve your game with Coach Brandon Joyner in today's Q&A podcast episode. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to learn from an expert. Join us now! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:01 - Intro 04:31 - How to create rules in a new group in beach volleyball? 10:18 - How many days are you playing versus training volleyballs? 15:56 - When you're receiving a hit from the atta...
May 19, 2023•42 min
Join Mark and Coach Donny of Elevate Yourself as they deep dive into the business side of YouTube! Donny explains how he got his start and continues to grow his brand! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-better-at-beach-volleyball/id1605851817 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/2AKkDLZEJqqFcWhVuWYFXN 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hcHAua2FqYWJpLmNvbS9wb2RjYXN0cy8yMTQ3NDkzODIwL2ZlZWQ?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aU...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 28 min
Arm swing has a powerful effect on the lower extremities. Learn how to boost your vertical jump by joining this podcast episode, we'll teach you how an arm swing made every player jump higher! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 06:08 - Intro 08:00 - The Four Step Approach 22:27 - Toe Jumpers 30:19 - 60-Day Max Vertical Jump Program 36:37 - Q and A 44:15 - Better at Beach Announcement 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS �...
May 12, 2023•46 min
Finding Control! Today's podcast episode is a lot of fun, and only requires a ball! While competing against yourself or your pals, practice your ball control! To get better at beach volleyball, you need good ball control skills with Coach Brandon Joyner. 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:30 - Intro 06:13 - Serving 13:57 - Passing 27:00 - Setting 35:10 - Attacking 43:30 - Q and A 1:02:00 - Better at Beach Announcement 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY ...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Listen to our podcast episode today with Coaches Mark & Brandon if you want to score several goals, improve your power, accuracy, consistency, and vision, as well as develop an attacking mindset and match-winning techniques. 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 1:00 - Introduction 14:42 - Understand the Mentality of the Person You're Playing With 24:57 - What Shot You're Giving At? 35:22 - How to Get Yourself Out of Those Rats? 43:06 - Ch...
Apr 28, 2023•54 min
What’s up! Mark Burik is going to give you all the info you need to handle the short ball. These tips are going to change your game! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players 🔥My YouTube Playlist Clarifying The Bigge...
Apr 25, 2023•25 min
What’s up! Coaches Mark and Brandon have been around the block, competing in countless tournaments over the years. That's why we've put together a handy checklist that every player needs to have. Make sure to tune in to our podcast and get all the tips and tricks. Don't miss out! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:22 - Introduction 03:55 - Pre-Season Tips 13:25 - Work Out, Fitness and Nutrition 22:50 - Day of Tournament 31:45 - Story Tim...
Apr 21, 2023•38 min
Are you tired of feeling like you're not living up to your full potential? Push yourself to be the best you can be, and be in tune in today’s podcast with Coaches Mark and Brandon to get better at beach volleyball! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:02 - Introduction 09:13 - Should you play above your level? 19:15 - Should there be an exception for going back down? 32:14 - Goal Setting 40:04 - Q and A 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ...
Apr 14, 2023•50 min
Upgrade Your Offense! Everyone enjoys attacking, but having the appropriate strategy and skills can help you turn your attacks into points. You'll learn how to adapt your attacking for beach volleyball in this podcast episode for players who play indoor volleyball. 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:47 - Introduction 10:03 - Attacking Principles from Indoor to Beach Volleyball 12:32 - Body Movement Matching Your Call 18:50 - Secrets To H...
Apr 07, 2023•47 min
Setting indoors VS. beach is really different. But today's podcast episode will show you how to convert indoor setters to beach volleyball with the pros Mark and Brandon! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 1:07 - Introduction 11:45 - How do I approach the Ball? 20:10 - Balance and Stability 25:03 - Touch Point | Quick Tempo Attack 35:46 - Down Beat Rhythm 45:21 - Understanding What Your Angle Is 57:24 - Q and A 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Learn the best volleyball warm-up routines to reduce the risk of harm and enhance performance. Check out this podcast episode with Coach Mark Burik now if you want to nail your warm-ups and prepare your body for top-tier workouts, practices, and matches! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:02 - Introduction 04:21 - General Athlete's Warm-ups 20:36 - Shoulder Strengthening Exercises 34:14 - Ball Work 40:46 - Better at Beach Volleyball Camp...
Mar 24, 2023•54 min
Want To Play Volleyball With Your Significant Other? (and not kill each other!) If you want to play beach volleyball with your spouse, boyfriend, girlfriend, etc., but don’t want to end up in WWIII, this podcast episode will surely help you overcome the struggles with Coaches Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner. Join NOW! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 1:00 - Introduction 4:18 - Understanding Where People Are and Their Volleyball Lineage 14:4...
Mar 17, 2023•55 min
Discover unique but super-effective passing tips to take your game to the next level and learn how to master the art of passing and dominate your opponents on the court in this episode with Mark Burik! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 0:58 - Introduction 7:55 - Squeeze Your Thumbs 9:22 - Visualize a Pencil Across Your Elbow Pit 10:23 - Stop After You Pass and Look at Your Platform 20:22 - One Two Kick & Launch 25:13 - Passing Tips Fro...
Mar 10, 2023•37 min
Learn how to improve your serve power with these helpful cues. From proper footwork to arm extension, discover the key elements you may be neglecting to increase your serving power on the court. Stay tuned! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 0:57 - Introduction 10:54 - Vision and the Path of the Ball Traveling 14:20 - "PING IT" 17:47 - What Your Hand Should Feel Like? 20:05 - Toss, Step and Hit | Toss, Rotate and Hit 32:13 - Jump Float Serv...
Mar 03, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Be A Better Partner! This quick series of questions will help you learn about yourself as a player and will help your partner know exactly what you need to be successful. Discover your emotional game with Coaches Mark & Brandon in this podcast episode. 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:46 - Introduction 06:51 - Pro Tournament 11:24 - Know Your Reasons 16:29 - Best Thing To Do To Fire You Up 21:45 - Best and Worst Thing To Do for You...
Feb 23, 2023•58 min
In this podcast, you will learn why it is needed to learn peeling and overhand digging instead of blocking. Nicole Christner gives some incredible advice! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 03:05 - Coaching, Advice, and Strategies 15:12 - Trip Into Coaching 25:28 - Why You Need to Learn Peeling 35:21 - Overhand Digging 39:52 - Better at Beach Announcement 45:35 - Beach Volleyball Women's Coaches Alliance Head Coach Mark Burik has been coach...
Feb 17, 2023•57 min
