This Episodes Guest is Jim Wendler . The is a renowned writer and former competitive powerlifter. Jim is of course the developer and author of one of the most known training systems of the past 5 years 5/3/1 . In the episode Jim and I discussed: - Jim's background- Influences on Jim as a lifter, coach, and in life in general- Problems that Jim sees with the Industry- Dymanic Effort Training for beginners and in general- 5/3/1- Business - Jim's current life and training goals Hope you guys enjoy ...
May 26, 2014•1 hr 24 min
On this episode I had the pleasure in interviewing Coach James Smith . James and I discussed mant topics including: - Problems that James see's within the Physical Preparation culture - James thoughts on Energy System Development - James thoughts on Olympic Lifts for Explosive Strength Development - And much more Hope you guys really enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB
May 22, 2014•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 1
Just me on this show discussing some Energy System Development stuff. Enjoy. Stay Strong, RB
May 09, 2014•19 min
The episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning Coach Eric Cressey . Eric is Co-Founder of Cressey Performance in Hudson, MA, Boston, in the USA. On this episode Eric and I discussed many topics including: Eric's background, influences, problems his sees within the industry, training the overhead athlete and many more. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB
Apr 21, 2014•53 min
This episodes guest is Coach Chad Wesley Smith of Juggernaut Training Systems. On the episode Chad and I discussed many topics including - Chads take on problems that he sees within the strength and conditioning industry, Chads coaching philosophy, Chads view on energy system development for alactic-aerobic sports such as American Football, as well as many other great topics. Hope you guys really enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB
Mar 31, 2014•1 hr 7 min
This episode I talk about warm up templates and body compositions templates. Show Notes can be found here. Enjoy. Stay Strong, RB
Mar 16, 2014•56 min•Ep. 1
On this episode I talk about some of the templates that I have used to develop work capacity. Show Notes can be found here. Enjoy. Stay Strong, RB
Mar 16, 2014•43 min•Ep. 1
This Episodes Guest is Coach Mike Boyle. Mike Boyle is the Co-Founder of Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning , which has been voted the number 1 gym in America by Mens Health for the past number of years. Mike is currently the head strength and conditioning coach to the Boston Red Sox, and the US Womens Ice Hockey team. Mike is one of the most sought out experts in the field of strength and conditioning. He has released many DVD products, and has authored three books, Functional Training for ...
Mar 07, 2014•1 hr 13 min
This episodes guest is TS Wiley . TS Wiley is author of "Light Outs", one of my favorite books. On this show myself and TS discussed how optimizing Circadian Rhythms are critical to health and wellness. This was a great show, definitely one of my favorites. Enjoy. Stay Strong,RB
Feb 27, 2014•1 hr 22 min
Show Notes - Click here. Enjoy. Stay Strong, RB
Feb 14, 2014•36 min•Ep. 1
This episode I talk about how the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) course is a great introductory course for those looking to get into Functional Medicine. Enjoy! Stay Strong, RB
Feb 09, 2014•30 min
Just me again on this episode. This time I just talked about the athletic development hierarchy that I adapted from Al Vermeil. I also spoke about objective markers and baselines (Testing) of each quality and bio-motor oh the hierarchy. Enjoy. Stay Strong,RB
Jan 24, 2014•35 min
On this episode it is just me talking for the hour and a bit on the following areas: Fetal DevelopmentPreconception HealthNutritionCircadian RhythmsEnvironmental ToxinsMental, Emotional, Spiritual HealthExercise I hope I made some sense. I am trying to convey what I currently believe to be essential area's to optimize to be able to live a happy, healthy, and fulfilled life. Stay Strong, RB
Jan 10, 2014•1 hr 8 min
This episodes guest is Mike Robertson . Mike is a strength and conditioning coach based out of Indianapolis in the US. He is also the co-founder of Indianapolis Fitness And Sports Training (IFAST) . On this episode Mike and I discussed many topics including, Mikes background, Mikes take on assessment and corrective exercise, and how Mike has incorporated corrective strategies from the Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) into his program design. Hope you guys enjoy the show! Stay Strong,RB...
Nov 29, 2013•48 min
This Episodes Guest is Gray Cook. Gray Cook is the co-creator of the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), and the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA). On this episode I wanted Gray to address and answer a lot of the criticisms (that are base of false assumptions mainly) about the Functional Movement Screen. This was a really great interview, Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB
Oct 02, 2013•1 hr 23 min
This Episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning Legend Al Vermeil. Coach Vermeil is the only Strength and Conditioning Coach to have won World Championship rings from both the NFL and NBA. He is also the only Strength and Conditioning Coach who has been in the NFL, NBA, and Major League Baseball. On this episode Coach Vermeil shared a lot of his knowledge and wisdom on many areas of strength and conditioning and coaching. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong,RB Show Notes: Here is a video ...
Oct 02, 2013•1 hr 30 min
This Episodes Guest is Nick Winkelman Nick Winkelman is a strength and conditioning coach and educator at Athletes' Performance , in Phoenix, AZ, in the USA. On this show Nick and I discussed - Nick's Background, influences, training philosophy, speed development, hypertrophy development, program design and periodization and much more. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB Show Notes: Athletes Performance will be hosting their Phase 1 and Phase 2 Mentorships in Dublin City University (DC...
Aug 13, 2013•48 min
This Episodes Guest is Aisling Fitzgibbon (a.k.a. The Girl Against Fluoride) On this show Aisling and I discussed her campaign against the Irish Government to ban water flouridation from Irish water supplies. We also both discussed at length the potential dangers of fluoride on overall health and wellness. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB
Aug 13, 2013•1 hr 3 min
This Episodes Guest is Bret Contreras On this show Bret and I discussed - Bret's Background, influences, problems that Bret's see's within the Strength and Conditioning industry, a recent thread on Strengthcoach.com called - Grill Bret Contreras, and much more. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB
Aug 01, 2013•1 hr 33 min
This Episodes Guest is Reed Davis . Reed Davis is the founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) . On this show Reed and I discussed - Reed's Background, influences, problems that Reed see's within the health, wellness, and medical profession, FDN's philosophy, and much more. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB
Jul 31, 2013•39 min
This Episodes Guest is Nicole Rodriguez . Nicole is a strength and conditioning coach and educator at Athletes Performance in Arizona in the US. Nicole is also a former head strength and conditioning coach at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning. On this show Nic and I discussed - Nic's background, influences, problems she see's within the industry, what is the main difference between working at Athletes Performance and Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning , the overall philosophy at Athletes Pe...
Jul 25, 2013•55 min
This episodes guest is Coach Vern Gambetta . Vern is the author of three books - Athletic Development, Following the Functional Path, and The Gambetta Method, as well as producing several DVDs. On this episode Vern and I discussed - Vern's background, influences, training philosophy, and his thoughts on the Functional Movement Screen, and many more topics. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB...
Jul 22, 2013•53 min
This episodes guest is Strength and Wellness Coach Kevin Cann of Genetic Potential Nutrition . On this episode Kevin and I discussed - Kevins background, influences, nutritional philosophy, kevins take on supplementation, and his thoughts on the recent Fish Oil and prostate cancer study, and many more topics. Hope you guys enjoy the show, Stay Stay, RB
Jul 22, 2013•50 min
This episodes guest is Karl Safran of No Bull Training. On this episode me and Karl discussed: Running a Strength & Conditioning/Personal Training Facility, nutrition, client education, and the release of Karls first book - No Bull training - A Personal Training Fitness Guide for all! Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB...
Jul 11, 2013•47 min
This Episodes guest is Jane Bennett , who is the author of - The Pill: Are you sure its for you? On this episode Jane and myself discussed - Side effects of the Pill, natural contraception methods, embracing menstruation, pre-natal nutrition and lifestyle protocols for enhancing fertility and healthy conception, and many more topics. I hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB Show Links: Francesca Naish Website: - Natural Fertility Management...
Jun 23, 2013•1 hr 9 min
This Episodes guest is Louie Simmons, who is the owner and founder of Westside Barbell - The worlds strongest gym! Louie is the author of - The Westside Book of methods , and has also produce numerous DVD products. On this episode Louie and myself discussed - The Conjugate Method, problems Louie see's with the coaches trying to get their athletes strong, why Louie believes that the conjugate method can enhance athletic and powerlifting performance, and many more topics. I hope you guys enjoy the...
Jun 23, 2013•48 min
This episodes guest is Dr. Stuart McGill , who is a professor of spine biomechanics at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Dr. McGill is also the author of two books - Low Back Disorders, and Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance . He also has produced two DVDs - The Ultimate Back - Enhancing Performance, and The Ultimate Back - Assessment and Therapeutic Exercise . On this episode Dr. McGill and myself discussed - common reasons why the low back breaks down, common problems Dr. McGill ...
Jun 23, 2013•1 hr 2 min
This episodes guest is Josh Rubin from East-West Healing. We discussed many topics on this episode including, problems with the health and wellness industry, is sugar really a bad guy, the dangers of poly-unsaturated fats, fish oil consumption, benefits of saturated fat, and many more topics. I hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB
Jun 12, 2013•1 hr 6 min
This episodes guest is Brian Grasso, co-founder of Free Thinking Renegade (FTR) Nation , and former founder of the International Youth and Conditioning Association (IYCA) . On this episode Brian and I discussed; why Brian decided to set up the IYCA, and why he decided to leave the organization in 2011. Why Brian went onto set up FTR nation and what he hopes to accomplish through it, problems Brian sees with our cultural conditioning and what may help solve this, and many more topics. I hope you ...
Jun 12, 2013•59 min
This Episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning Coach Lee Taft of Sports Speed Etc. Lee is one of the industry's leading experts on multi-directional speed training. On this episode Lee and I discussed many topics including Lee's influences on him as a coach, problems Lee sees within the field of strength and conditioning, problems Lee sees with the coaching of multi-directional speed training, Lee's training Philosophy, and much more. Hope you guys enjoy the show! Stay Strong, RB...
May 27, 2013•1 hr 11 min
