As fitness business owners, we all struggled during COVID – but some gym owners definitely paid a steeper price than others. While many of us were shut down 3, 6 or maybe even as long as 9 months – what would you do if you were forced to close your gym for 18(!) months? How […] The post Mark Fisher on Time Management, Leadership and Evolving Your Fitness Business appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 26 min
If you’ve ever wondered how to write training programs for an NBA athlete, you’re going to love this episode. Whether we’re talking about off-season development, managing the grind of an 82-game season, or bringing an injured athlete back to 100%, today’s guest has seen it all. Eric Schmitt is in his fifth year as the […] The post Eric Schmitt on Program Design and Agile Periodization in the NBA appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Sep 22, 2023•58 min
Can you believe it??? 400 freakin’ episodes of the Physical Prep Podcast. It’s crazy just typing that number, let alone thinking that I’ve actually recorded and produced that many shows! But here’s the thing – the goal was never to do 400 shows. The goal was to do 50-100, and then shut it down. But […] The post Episode #400! The Past, Present and Future of RTS and IFAST appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Sep 14, 2023•53 min
If your goal is to help your athletes get FASTER, then this is the show for you. One of America’s elite speed and performance coaches, Les Spellman has trained several Olympians as well as athletes in the NFL, NCAA, and USA rugby. Most notably, however, he has guided a large percentage of his youth athletes […] The post Les Spellman on Reverse Engineering Acceleration and Speed Development appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Sep 08, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Have you ever wondered why some athletic endeavors come so easily to certain people? For instance, some people can just jump out of the gym. Others can run for days and never seem to tire. And some can squat or deadlift the equivalent of a compact car while barely breaking a sweat! Well if you’ve […] The post Bill Hartman on How Body Shapes Drive Movement and Performance appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 15 min
As you’ve gotten older, have you felt your body getting tighter? Have you lost some of that athleticism you had in your youth? Or do you just want to get back into moving and feeling great? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode with Neal Valera and Dennis Dunphy. Neal is a former […] The post Neal Valera and Dennis Dunphy on Unlocking Your Mobility, Athleticism and Performance with The Stick appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Aug 25, 2023•57 min
Derek Hansen been working with athletes in speed, strength and power sports since 1988. Originally working in Track and Field, Derek has expanded his services to assist athletes in all sports with an emphasis on speed development. He has since worked with some of the top performers in the world as a coach and a […] The post Derek Hansen: Why Are We Seeing More Achilles Tendon Ruptures Than Ever Before? appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Joey Burton is an NBA skills trainer based out of Atlanta, Georgia. He’s coached athlete at virtually every level of the sport, but is most well-known for helping NBA players hone their shooting skills. In this episode, Joey and I take deep dives into the world of skill development, coaching and communication. We talk about […] The post Joey Burton on Principles, Communication and Decision-Making in Skill Development appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Dr. Stuart McGill is often considered to be the world’s foremost expert on spinal biomechanics. His patient list ranges from the general population to some of the world’s most elites athletes, and his work has produced over 240 peer reviewed journal papers and 4 books. In this mashed up replay from two of my most […] The post Dr. Stuart McGill on Assessing, Rehabbing and Training the Spine appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 41 min
If you’re a strength and conditioning or physical preparation coach who wants to level up your assessment and sports science game, then you’re going to love this episode. Ryan Patrick is owner of Peak Fitness & Sports Training (aka PeakFAST) in Erlanger, Kentucky. In the years that I’ve known Ryan he’s been a competitive powerlifter, […] The post Ryan Patrick on Filling Empty Buckets and Integrating Tech in the Private Sector appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 6 min
It’s hard to believe it’s almost August, so we’ve got to knock out our monthly Q&A for July! These are actually getting more fun as we go, as I think we’ve got a great blend of higher-level, philosophical questions combined with some nitty gritty, “try this today” practical application as well. Plus, with the inclusion […] The post July Q&A: HRV, Young Athlete Development, and Recapturing Shoulder Motion appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Jul 21, 2023•43 min
If you’re serious about improving your health and conditioning, or just living a longer and healthier life, you’re going to LOVE this episode. Joel Jamieson is a mentor, friend, and someone I deeply respect in our industry. He’s the author of the Ultima MMA Conditioning book, developer of the Morpheus fitness app and creator of […] The post Joel Jamieson on Zone 2 Training, Smarter Conditioning and Maximizing Recovery appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Jul 14, 2023•55 min
If you’re serious about becoming a better trainer or coach, at some point you need to ask yourself some big questions. For instance, what’s your philosophy when it comes to training? What groups or populations do you want to serve? And assuming this is a career (and not a hobby), what are you going to […] The post 3 Questions You MUST Answer to Be a Successful Trainer or Coach appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Jul 07, 2023•55 min
Kevin Neeld is the Head Performance Coach for the Boston Bruins, where he oversees all aspects of designing and implementing the team’s performance training program, as well as monitoring the players’ performance, workload and recovery. Prior to his time in Boston, Kevin spent 2 years as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the San […] The post Kevin Neeld on FAI, Movement Variability, and Eccentric Training in Ice Hockey appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 26 min
Pat Rigsby is a fitness business coach who has been in the industry since 1994. Growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, Pat never had an interest in entrepreneurship and wanted to be a Major League Baseball player. And even though he had a season in professional baseball, he eventually realized playing the sport wasn’t his calling […] The post Pat Rigsby on Accountability, Winning the Week, and “The Process” appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Have you ever considered working in professional sports? Do you want to know what it REALLY TAKES to succeed at the highest levels? Or are you just curious as to what life is like behind the NFL curtain? If so, this is the show for you! Loren Landow is a 29-year veteran in the strength […] The post Loren Landow on Lessons Learned During 5 Years in the NFL appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 1 min
It’s June, and we’re back with another KILLER Q&A Episode! This month was fun because I had a nice mix of questions to answer. On one hand, I had some X’s and O’s questions about how to get more out of your programs and coaching. And on the flip side, I also got some higher-level […] The post June Q&A: VBT, Personalizing Group Sessions, and Professional Development appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Jun 09, 2023•54 min
Matthew Ibrahim currently serves as the Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at Quincy College, Adjunct Professor of Exercise Science at Maryville University, founder of Athletic Performance University (AthleticPerformanceU.com) and Ph.D. Candidate in Human & Sport Performance. As a public speaker, Matthew has presented nationally in over 25 U.S. states, and he’s also in the midst […] The post Matthew Ibrahim on Building the Brakes and Training Deceleration appeared first on Robertson Tra...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 10 min
If you want to help your athletes get faster, then THIS is the podcast for you. In my not so humble opinion, Lee Taft is THE BEST practitioner of multi-directional speed training in the world, and in this episode I really feel like we capture lightning in a bottle. While Lee primarily works as a […] The post Lee Taft on Building Elite Multi-Directional Speed appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
May 26, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Let’s start this episode off with an honest statement: Being a coach is an energy-intensive endeavor. Every day you want to give your best – your all – to your clients and athletes. But here’s one thing we don’t talk about enough: How do we manage and maintain our own energy? When you’re working hard […] The post How to Manage Your Energy and Avoid Burnout as a Coach appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
May 19, 2023•1 hr
Anthony Iannarino is a Physical Therapist and Strength and Conditioning coach currently serving as a Performance Therapist with the Washington Wizards. Prior to transitioning to professional sports, Anthony served as a clinic director for Rehab 2 Perform as well as the performance therapist for the Bullis School Track and Field where he worked elite high […] The post Anthony Iannarino on Meta Principles and Silver Linings in the Return to Play Process appeared first on Robertson Training Systems...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 17 min
And we’re back! It’s been over a month since we did a Q&A episode, so I knew I needed to get one in sooner than later. This week, we’ve got a ton of fun topics to discuss. For starers, how do you determine your own weaknesses and plan your continuing education? How do you help […] The post May Q&A: Movement Models, Con Ed and Augmented Eccentrics appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
May 05, 2023•50 min
Julia Glanz is a Registered Dietitian with a Masters Degree In Nutritional Science, a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, a former College Strength & Conditioning Coach and a former Division 1 soccer player. Julia’s education in nutritional science, exercise science and physiology combined with years of her own personal struggle with hormone imbalances fueled her […] The post Julia Glanz on Using Your Hormones to Super Charge Your Results In the Gym appeared first on Robertson ...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 7 min
When you reflect on life, it’s interesting to see how some people step in at exactly the right point in time. As a young coach growing up, I didn’t have a lot of great mentors. I knew I wanted to create content, I wanted to use speaking as an avenue to educate other trainers and […] The post Alwyn Cosgrove on Fat Loss Training, Mentorship and Paying it Forward appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 35 min
Ben Ashworth is a dual qualified shoulder specialist who has over 20 years of experience working with athletes as a physio and strength coach in a wide range of performance environments. Ben has worked in elite rugby at London Wasps, across Olympic sports in the lead up to London 2012, and spent six years as […] The post Ben Ashworth on Outcome-Driven Shoulder Training & Performance appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr
Anthony Donskov is the founder and head performance coach at Donskov Strength and Conditioning, and the author of the amazing book, Physical Preparation for Hockey: Biological Principles and Practical solutions. But more importantly, Anthony just went back and got his Ph.D., so I was curious – at 40+ years old, what makes you do that? […] The post Anthony Donskov on Using Tech and Applying Sports Science in the Private Sector appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Apr 07, 2023•1 hr 5 min
I’ve got a pretty special podcast for you this week my friend. As you may or may not know, I spent last weekend in Seattle giving one of my Complete Coach Seminars. These are always great weekends, which are only made better by the amazing people I have around me. Now if you know anything […] The post Mike and Luka on Wins, Losses and Playing the Long-Game in the Fitness Industry appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 39 min
We’rrrreeeee back! It’s the March edition of our Q&A podcast, and I’ve got some really great questions and topics for you this month. Online assessment and program design. Are your clients extended? Flexed? In a posterior tilt? I’ll explain the difference and why there’s so much confusion. And my best advice for young and older […] The post March Q&A: Assessments, Program Design and YOUR Coaching Evolution appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Mar 24, 2023•47 min
Here’s a crazy stat: Recent research by Bunt et al suggests that roughly one in four adults will suffer from chronic knee pain, and it’s prevalence has increased almost 65% over the past 20 years. And similar to that, McNerney and Arendt state that roughly 30% of young athletes suffer from anterior knee pain, with […] The post Dr. Ebonie Rio on Strength, Springs and Rebuilding the Athletic Knee appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Mar 17, 2023•1 hr 13 min
As children, most of us are born into the world with two happy and healthy feet. They move, bend, and push just like they were designed to. But over the years, whether it’s through bad shoes, lack of motion, or flat out weakness, we tend to lose those ideal foot mechanics – and the downside […] The post Dr. Courtney Conley on Assessing, Treating and Training the Foot appeared first on Robertson Training Systems ....
Mar 10, 2023•1 hr 18 min
