Recent Podcasts
Megan Young on Personal Growth, New Challenges, and Curiosity Voyages
Well it only took 500-some episodes, but I finally made it happen! Today we welcome the one and only Megan Young to the Physical Prep Podcast. This conversation was so much fun, especially learning more about her journey from reluctant track and field thrower, to collegiate strength coach, to cancer survivor, and then finally with […]
Continue ReadingAdam Loiacono on PRP, Stem Cells, and the Truth about Regenerative Medicine
If you’re a strength coach or personal trainer right now, there’s a good chance a client or athlete has come in and said something like this: “Yo Mike… what do you think about PRP?” Or, “My doctor mentioned stem cells.” Or, “I’ve had two (or 6 or 10) surgeries already—should I look into regenerative medicine?” […]
Continue ReadingGolf Swing Biomechanics & Power Assessment Explained with Jack Wells
If you’re a strength coach or personal trainer and you’ve worked with a golfer, you can probably relate to one – or ALL – of these. You want to unlock their mobility, so their swing feels effortless and smooth. You want to help them hit the ball farther. And ultimately, you want them to crush […]
Continue ReadingHow Elite Athletes Manage Jet Lag and Travel Fatigue to Optimize Performance with Tom Clark
If you work with athletes who travel, tell me if you’ve seen this before. They fly across the country, and when they show up, something just feels off. Reaction time is slow. They’re moody and irritable. OR they’re just tired flat when it really matters. And we usually treat it like it’s just a sleep […]
Continue ReadingJoel Jamieson on How to Increase VO2 Max For Longevity AND Performance
A lot of coaches and serious lifters know VO2 max matters… but they’re not totally sure how to train it correctly. Some people are hammering HIIT circuits and hoping that’s enough. Others are living in Zone 2 because that’s what the longevity crowd is preaching. And a lot of strength coaches are stuck in […]
Continue ReadingBuffer Zones, Optimizing Training and In-Season Workouts
Okay my friends, today we’re trying something 100% and completely NEW with this podcast! Yes, even after 500 episodes, I’m still looking for ways to keep it fresh and exciting, so I really hope you enjoy it. In today’s MR Training Talk, we’re going to dive deeper into some of my most popular articles and […]
Continue Reading7 Thoughts on Coaching Young Athletes
If you train young athletes, this episode is for you! Here I’m going to share 7 powerful insights from my 25 years of coaching young athletes. Whether it’s customizing your communication, monitoring your energy, or practical strategies to motivate and connect with your young athletes, I know you’ll take something away from this podcast that […]
Continue ReadingMarc Lewis on Overcoming Adversity, Data-Driven Insights, and Enhancing Sports Science
Dr. Marc Lewis is the Director of Applied Sports Science for the Houston Texans, and prior to his time in the NFL, he also had stints at Penn State, Wake Forest, Virginia Tech and the University of South Carolina. Now today’s show is obviously going to focus on sports science, because that’s kind of his […]
Continue Reading2025 Review, 2026 Preview, and Lessons Learned Over the Past Year
What a year it was in 2025! Serious growth with IFAST Basketball. The gym is humming along. And my kids are getting BIG! But even with all the good stuff, there’s always a need to look back and reflect. Sure some things went right – but I definitely wasn’t perfect. Where did I miss the […]
Continue ReadingBuilding a High-Performance Model on a Budget with Dr. Anne Beethe
Are you a smaller college, facility or business owner who is looking to take their sports performance program to the next level? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode. Dr. Anne Beethe currently serves as the Director of Peak Performance at Colby College, a high performance model housing Sports Medicine, Strength and Conditioning, […]
Continue ReadingCody McBroom on Building Unbreakable Self-Control, Self-Discipline, and Self-Belief
What’s the difference – or maybe the intersection – between self-control, self-discipline and self-belief? And even if you don’t care so much about the semantics and definitions, how can YOU build more of each to become an upgraded version of yourself? This is something I’ve been fascinated by for the bulk of my adult life, […]
Continue ReadingHow to Train and Fuel the Next Generation of Female Athletes with Cassandra Forsythe
You know how I know Cassanandra Forsythe is awesome? She said a big part of why she got into strength training and working out was watching one of my all-time favorite shows as a kid – American Gladiators! Now in all seriousness, sporting a Ph.D. in Kinesiology and a Masters Degree in Nutrition & Metabolism, […]
Continue ReadingBuilding a Fitness Business that Works for YOUR Life with Andy McCloy
Look my friend – like it or not, 2026 is right around the corner. Which leads me to a simple question: Will this be your best year EVER? Whether we’re talking about growing your fitness business, becoming a better coach, or just leading a more authentic and genuine life, I really think today’s episode is […]
Continue ReadingEarned Confidence, Fix it Frameworks and Buildng a High-Performance Mindset with Wil Fleming
If you’ve ever competed in strength sport, you know the platform can be a lonely place. You’ve trained for weeks or months on end, and here you are – standing in front of a bunch of strangers, trying to move a weight you’ve never lifted before. So what happens when things go wrong? You miss […]
Continue ReadingHamstring Strains, Groins Pulls, and How to Stop Them with Ian Oskar Katanec
Whether it’s due to the increased pace of play, stronger and more explosive athletes, or poor management of the training and recovery process, it should come as no surprise that soft-tissue injuries are on the rise. And if you’ve ever worked in soccer or basketball, you know that hamstring strains and groin pulls can easily […]
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