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Physical Preparation with Derek Hansen

on July 17, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

Derek Hansen is one of my go-to resources when it comes to speed training and physical preparation. This guy has been around some true legends in our game – Al Vermeil, Al Miller, and the incomparable Charlie Francis to name just a few – and I guarantee you can learn a thing or two from […]

RTS Coaching – The Breathing Push-up

on July 15, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

At this point, we all know that push-ups rock. They train the serratus anterior, strengthen the rotator cuff, and tie the upper and lower body together. So how do we take an awesome exercise and make it even more awesome (and a lot more challenging)? Simple – we add focused breathing into the equation. Below […]

6 Ways To Be a Better Coach Today

on July 13, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

As you get older, it’s natural to reflect on your early days, especially when it comes to your career. From 2000-2002, I was an intern/volunteer/assistant strength coach at Ball State University. There, I got my feet wet as an aspiring strength coach, and absolutely fell in love with the job. Looking back, I can’t help […]

Strategic Deconditioning for Athletes

on July 11, 2015 | by Justin Hays

This is a guest post by Travis Hansen This particular training concept or technique was originally brought to light by Bryan Haycock. 1 I read a statement from Christian Thibadeau and I think he references its definition very well. Paraphrasing of course, Strategic Deconditioning is the improvement of our muscle cells “trainability” or responsiveness to […]

Physical Preparation with Kevin Boss

on July 10, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

Kevin Boss made it to the top of the mountain with regards to his athletic development. Not only was he one of the few who made it to the elite ranks by playing in the NFL, but in doing so he took home a world championship with the New York Giants. However, as you can […]

RTS Coaching – The Bear

on July 8, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

I have a confession to make… I’m obsessed with ab exercises. And not because I’m trying to make my athletes look like a cover model or something like that. Instead, I know how important and valuable strong abs are. Whether it’s making us stronger and more powerful, or simply making us more bulletproof, abs can […]

4 Ways I’m Evolving as a Coach

on July 6, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

I’m a big believer that there is no such thing as staying neutral. Either you’re getting better, or you’re worse. Period. As a coach, I’d like to think my core philosophy is in place. But while the big rocks are pretty firmly placed, there’s a lot of room for evolution and growth. After all, in […]

Physical Preparation with Patrick Ward

on July 3, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

Patrick Ward is someone I greatly admire and respect. Not only does he have a tireless work ethic, but because of his evolution as a coach and sports scientist over the years. In this show, we discuss the long and winding road Patrick has taken to get with the Seattle Seahawks, his current views on […]

RTS Coaching – Feelin’ the Heels

on July 1, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

One of the biggest issues I see when it comes to squatting and deadlifting is a poor center of gravity. Too often people get pushed forward in their big lifts, and end up on their toes. Here’s a simple cue that should make a world of difference in your lifting: Now keep in mind, this […]

Robertson Training Systems 3.0

on June 29, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

It’s been several months in the making, but Robertson Training Systems 3.0 is here! Now I’m sure you’re probably wondering, “Mike – why on Earth would you change what was already a solid site?” The answer isn’t necessarily simple. Yes, the old site and design were great. But I also needed something fresh – and […]

Physical Preparation with Fred Eaves

on June 24, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

Fred Eaves is the head strength and conditioning coach at Battle Ground Academy in Nashville, Tennessee. And while you may not have heard of Fred before, I promise – this is a guy you can learn from. Fred is on the forefront and making a real difference with regards to the long-term athletic development of […]

Physical Preparation with Brett Bartholomew

on June 18, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

Brett Bartholomew is a sports performance coach at EXOS (formerly Athlete’s Performance), and heads up their entire NFL off-season development program. Brett is a guy whom I greatly respect, and someone that I think is really pushing the world of coaching to the next level. Show Notes Here’s a brief overview of our show: A […]

Physical Preparation with Lori Lindsey

on June 18, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

Lori Lindsey is not only an exceptional soccer player, but an exceptional human being as well. In this interview, we talk about the driving principles that made her an elite soccer player, and how she’s now using those same principles to become a great physical preparation coach. Show Notes Here’s a brief overview of what […]

Physical Preparation with Mike Robertson

on June 16, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

Yes, yes – the rumors are true…. The podcast is BACK! Well, it’s back – sort of. I guess you’ll just have to listen to see what I mean! Show Notes Here’s a brief overview of what I covered in this (VERY SHORT) episode: Why I’m creating a podcast, More specifically, why I’m creating a […]

Knowledge vs. Experience

on June 9, 2015 | by Mike Robertson

I’ve noticed a disturbing trend online lately. It probably started a few years ago, but it seems to becoming more and more prevalent as the weeks and months roll on. Here’s what I see happening: Too often, people are trying to replace experience with knowledge. What’s the difference, you might think? It’s a big difference. […]