In the Zone - with Garrison Roy

Welcome to In the Zone, the ultimate podcast for baseball coaches and players striving to elevate their game. We focus on achieving peak performance by exploring the mental, physical, and skillful aspects of being "in the zone."

Each week, we bring new content—rants on hot coaching topics, quick Mental Minutes for motivation, in-depth interviews with top coaches, and deep dives into educational topics like training techniques and team-building strategies.

Whether you're a seasoned coach or player or just starting, In the Zone is your go-to resource for success on and off the field. Tune in and let's get "In the Zone" together!

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Episodes

EP 10: Matt Mauldin - Coaching Multiple Sports and the Nuances of Training

Send us a text In this episode, Matt and I dive down the nuances of training in season vs off season, how olympic lifts are utilized in his program and Texas State. We even touch on Velocity Based Training (VBT) and how it is more optimal than measuring with weights and percentages. Check him out on his IG: @coach_mauldin Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, and updates, follow us on social media at @royal...

Mar 15, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 12

EP 9: Rob Rants - Making Mechanical Changes In Season on Data Alone

Send us a text In this episode of Rob's Rants, we touch on how looking at just data isn't enough context to make changes. How trying to "fix a guys mechanics" in season isn't always the right move, and how it can do more harm than good Follow him on his socials: @coachblanc Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, and updates, follow us on social media at @royalper4mance on all platforms and subscribe to the Y...

Mar 10, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 9

EP 8: Will Carroll - The Influence Science Has on Baseball & Injuries

Send us a text In this episode, Will and I discuss a variety of topics that he include his new book "The Science of Baseball". We also branch into how common injuries such as UCL repair/ reconstructions have evolved over time and how certain environmental constraints can influence recovery. How the measurable and objective data must have context in order to see the full picture and even how sports gambling can potentially influence the game in the future. You can find Will on his socials: @injur...

Mar 08, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 8

EP 7: Rob Rants on Redlight Therapy

Send us a text On this episode, Rob rants on red-light therapy, why it works and some of the studies he's looked into with red light and their correlations to recovery and other adaptations. Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, and updates, follow us on social media at @royalper4mance on all platforms and subscribe to the YouTube channel . Stay In the Zone...

Mar 03, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 8

EP 6: Joey Hanley - Training In Season and Through Injuries

Send us a text On this episode, Joey talked about his transition from playing to the coaching world and how he ended up coming to not use his Covid season and go straight into coaching. Joey reveals some of his training methods and how he has adjusted them over time while working with his athletes in persona and remotely. Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, and updates, follow us on social media at @royal...

Mar 01, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 7

EP 5: Rob's Rants - Short vs Long Arm Actions

Send us a text On this episode, Rob rants on long vs short arm actions and what to take into account when making these adjustments to your throwing delivery. Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, and updates, follow us on social media at @royalper4mance on all platforms and subscribe to the YouTube channel . Stay In the Zone...

Feb 24, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 6

EP 4: Landon Steiner - Keep the Game Simple and Control the Controllables

Send us a text On this episode, we review over Landon's playing career and what got him "in the zone" and how he's transitioned that into his coaching philosophies. We touch on establishing a routine, being a good teammate, and taking ownership of your career as a player and not to rely on the coaches to cultivate the environment. Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, and updates, follow us on social media ...

Feb 22, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 3

EP 3: Rob Rants - Intro and Running Pulldowns

Send us a text The first edition of Rob's Rants where there's no prep or knowing the topic ahead of time and strait off the dome! This episode touches on Rob's playing career and starts his rant on running pulldowns Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, and updates, follow us on social media at @royalper4mance on all platforms and subscribe to the YouTube channel . Stay In the Zone...

Feb 17, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 4

EP 2: Reeves Martin on Mindset, ISOs, and Retiring from Pro Ball

Send us a text On this episode, Reeves shares his baseball journey and transitioning to what he's doing now with Primal Performance. We touch on training feel of the game, long duration ISOs, reconnecting to nature and how he came to his decision on retiring from professional baseball with the Mariners. Love the Episode? Share it with your friends and on your socials! Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, a...

Feb 15, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 2

EP 1: Pilot Episode

Send us a text What does it mean to be in the zone? In this episode, we breakdown what is the flow state, how to recall previous performances that put you in that flow state, and practical applications to help you perform at your best! Support the show Unlock Your Excellence: Need Guidance? – Apply for Training HERE Connect with Us: For more episodes, insights, and updates, follow us on social media at @royalper4mance on all platforms and subscribe to the YouTube channel . Stay In the Zone...

Feb 11, 2022•15 min

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