Join the team! Evans Performance Online Training Information: https://evansperformance.my.canva.site/ Summary In this conversation, Tanner Care, the director of performance for the BC Lions and Vancouver Bandits, shares his extensive journey in strength and conditioning. He discusses the importance of maximizing athletic potential, the transition from U Sports to NCAA, and the differences in training models. Tanner emphasizes the significance of individualization in training, long-term athletic ...
Aug 25, 2025•53 min•Ep. 24
Join the team! Evans Performance Online Training Information: https://evansperformance.my.canva.site/ Summary In this conversation, Malorie Henderlong, the women's soccer strength and conditioning coach at Auburn University, shares her journey into strength coaching, emphasizing the importance of building relationships with athletes and educating them about their training. She discusses the misconceptions surrounding strength and conditioning in soccer, the significance of individualized fitness...
Aug 04, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 23
Join the team! Evans Performance Online Training Information: https://evansperformance.my.canva.site/ Summary In this conversation, Coach Josh Bray shares his journey in the coaching profession, detailing his experiences and insights into athlete development. He discusses the importance of off-season programming, evaluating athlete qualities, and balancing strengths and weaknesses. Josh emphasizes the significance of play in sports, the need for adaptability in coaching, and the lessons learned ...
Jul 28, 2025•41 min•Ep. 22
Join the team! Evans Performance Online Training Information: https://evansperformance.my.canva.site/ Summary In this conversation, Jack Brown, owner of AquaStrength Performance, shares his journey into strength and conditioning, particularly focusing on training young athletes, especially swimmers. He discusses the growth of his business, the importance of communication with athletes and parents, and the challenges of balancing training with other commitments. Jack emphasizes the significance o...
Jul 20, 2025•54 min•Ep. 21
Join the team! Evans Performance Online Training Information: https://evansperformance.my.canva.site/ Summary In this conversation, strength coach Joe Aratari shares his extensive experience in coaching athletes of all levels, from youth to professional. He discusses the differences and similarities in training approaches, the importance of practical coaching in high school settings, and the integration of technology in strength training. Joe emphasizes the significance of monitoring athlete per...
Jul 06, 2025•46 min•Ep. 20
Join the team! Evans Performance Online Training Information Summary: In this conversation, Rhodri and I discuss the importance of strength and conditioning for young athletes, exploring Rhodri's journey in the field, the evolution of pediatric strength training, and the shift towards specialization in coaching. They emphasize the need for well-qualified coaches, the significance of movement quality, and the impact of growth spurts on training. The discussion also covers the YPD model versus the...
May 29, 2025•49 min•Ep. 19
Summary: In this conversation, Kevin Carr shares his extensive experience as a strength and conditioning coach, focusing on the development of young athletes. He discusses the importance of general physical development, setting standards for training, and the need for effective communication with both athletes and their parents. Kevin emphasizes the significance of plyometric progressions, managing training volume, and the long-term benefits of instilling a love for exercise in young athletes. C...
Feb 03, 2025•47 min•Ep. 18
In this episode of the Athletic Edge podcast, I speak with Joe Pedulla, a strength coach at the University of Oklahoma, about his journey from working as a physical therapy aide to coaching collegiate athletes. Joe shares insights on balancing strength training with skill development, understanding an athlete's training age, and the misconceptions about strength’s impact on performance. We dive into topics like rotational power in softball, shoulder health, and innovative testing methods like th...
Jan 19, 2025•47 min•Ep. 17
In this episode of the Athletic Edge podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with strength coach Ray Zingler, who shared his insights on youth athletic development and the importance of prioritizing the holistic growth of young athletes. Ray emphasized that the happiest and most successful athletes often have supportive parents who allow them to enjoy the game without pressure. He advocates for a generalized training approach over sports specialization, focusing on building a strong foundation o...
Jan 06, 2025•51 min•Ep. 16
In this episode, Stephanie Mock Grubbs , assistant AD for sports performance at the University of Pittsburgh, shares her expertise in strength and conditioning, focusing on volleyball. She discusses athlete experiences at different universities , daily routines, and the importance of wellness check-ins . Stephanie covers initial assessments for incoming athletes, foundational training, and the significance of jump training . She highlights the need for adaptability in coaching strategies, especi...
Dec 15, 2024•43 min•Ep. 15
In this podcast, dietitian Dan Richardson discusses nutrition for youth and adult athletes. Dan highlights the importance of education in establishing lifelong healthy habits. He addresses the challenges of under-fueling and the need for proper hydration, offering practical macronutrient recommendations and insights into sports drinks and electrolytes. Dan also covers pre- and post-match nutrition for optimal performance and recovery, emphasizing food timing and variety over strict meal plans. H...
Aug 12, 2024•51 min•Ep. 14
In this episode, host Liam Evans interviews Coach Mike Boyle, a renowned strength and conditioning coach with over 40 years of experience in the field. Coach Boyle shares insights into his approach to athletic development, focusing on youth athletes and the importance of starting training at a young age. He discusses his philosophy on strength training, performance enhancement, and long-term athletic development strategies. Key Points Coach Boyle emphasizes the significance of the "learn to trai...
Jul 22, 2024•57 min•Ep. 13
In this episode, host Liam Evans interviews Rob Anderson, owner of The Athlete Academy, a strength and conditioning business in Scotland focused on youth athletic development. Rob shares his extensive experience working with youth athletes and emphasizes the importance of starting training at a young age to build a solid foundation of movement skills. He discusses the significance of individual improvement, the balance between competitiveness and skill development, and the integration of strengt...
Jul 08, 2024•39 min•Ep. 12
In this episode, Nikki Garcia, a physiotherapist with the Toronto Raptors, discusses keeping athletes active during rehab by modifying activities. She emphasizes assessing risk with patients. Nikki covers common basketball injuries, explains various tendon problems, and offers injury risk and management tips. She highlights working with strength coaches, baseline tests, and knowing athletes' injury histories. Other topics include ACL rehab, core strengthening for back injuries, mind-muscle conne...
Jun 24, 2024•52 min•Ep. 11
Missy Mitchell-McBeth, a seasoned strength and conditioning coach, discusses her book 'Developmental to Division One,' which serves as a guide for volleyball strength training. She addresses navigating the vast information available, the impact of social media on training, and the importance of fundamental movement skills, breathing mechanics, and core strength. Missy also covers plyometric progressions, proper landing techniques, and the role of the foot and ankle in jumping. She advises parent...
Jun 10, 2024•51 min•Ep. 10
In this conversation, Erica Suter, a strength coach and author, discusses her background in soccer, her passion for strength training, and her work with young female soccer players. She explains best practices for strength training with a young female athlete population and give thoughtful advice on how to navigate the world of youth soccer. Show Notes: Passion for Strength Training and Performance Coaching The Importance of Mental Development in Youth Athletes Consistency in Strength Training t...
May 27, 2024•48 min•Ep. 9
In this conversation, I interview Arianna Luther, a sports performance coach at Bracy Performance in Chicago. We discuss Arianna's background in college athletics and her transition from the collegiate sector to the private sector. Arianna explains the importance of orientation, support systems, and foundational programs for freshmen athletes. We also discuss Arianna's approach to training swimmers and the challenges of working with a population that trains extensively in the pool and much more!...
Apr 29, 2024•51 min•Ep. 8
In this conversation, Liam Evans interviews Hunter Eisenhower about his Force System. The Force System is divided into four pillars: high force, fast force, slow force, and human force. The Force System is a comprehensive training framework designed to enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risk. They dive into the methods and reasons for each pillar and give practical recommendations. Show notes: • Introduction • The Four Pillars of the Force System • Developing Elasticity with the Fast...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 7
In this episode, Liam Evans interviews Abraham Armas, a strength and conditioning coach specializing in training footballers. They discuss the important qualities for footballers, plyometric progressions, long-term athletic development, training sessions for youth athletes, strength training, training speed and acceleration, what separates a good program from a bad program, building buy-in with footballers, and the relationship with sport coaches. Show notes: Important Qualities for Footballers ...
Apr 01, 2024•34 min•Ep. 6
In this episode, strength and conditioning coach Tommy Hansen, discusses his background and experiences in the field. He emphasizes the value of internships, experience, and the challenges of training large groups. Tommy also highlights the importance of intent in training and the benefits of giving athletes autonomy. He shares his approach to engaging warm-ups and incorporating free play in training sessions. Additionally, Tommy discusses the significance of speed training in non-sprint sports ...
Mar 18, 2024•56 min•Ep. 5
In this episode, Liam Evans interviews Des Ryan, the Director of Performance and Coaching at Setanta College and former Head of Sports Medicine and Athletic Development at Arsenal. They discuss topics such as long-term athletic development (LTAD), the Arsenal Arrow approach to youth athletic development, the importance of progression and mastery, building relationships with young athletes, fitness testing and monitoring, incorporating strength training in busy schedules, growth and maturation co...
Mar 04, 2024•49 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, Javier Mallo (Former Real Madrid S&C coach) and Elena Isla (Team doctor for Real Madrid's U19 team, Head of Medical Services for Spanish Basketball Federation) explore sports science and youth player development in football. They discuss education and qualifications, movement quality assessment, and injury management. Topics include the evolution of fitness coaching, early specialization versus general development, and the role of sleep and nutrition in recovery. From streng...
Feb 19, 2024•46 min•Ep. 3
In this episode, Liam is joined by Alena Luciani, a strength and conditioning coach and founder of Training2XL. They dive deep into the world of strength and conditioning, particularly focusing on its importance in high school and college athletics. From discussing the transition from high school to college sports to addressing misconceptions in the field, Alena emphasizes the significance of qualifications, credible sources, and foundational movements in athletic development. They explore the n...
Feb 19, 2024•52 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to The Athletic Edge podcast. I'm your host, Liam Evans, strength and conditioning coach and owner of Evans Performance. This is a podcast tailored for athletes, coaches, and parents interested in every facet of athletic development. Join me and guests from around the world as we dive into game changing tools and expert insights covering strength training, performance enhancement, and long term athletic development strategies. Uncover the keys to elevate your athletic potential, drawing ...
Feb 14, 2024•44 sec•Ep. 1
