This podcast will be designed to help new strength and conditioning coaches and other professionals who deal with and communicate to people for a living. This will also be a platform where I can communicate to my athletes and offer up advice and information that'll benefit them as they navigate through their athletic careers. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I sit down with an old friend who i first met in 2013 at basic training for the Army. We were roommates then at AIT in San Antonio for medic training. Kevin is an Army veteran, full time EMT, personal trainer, and is currently in paramedic school. We talk about our time in the Army, dating, PEDs, sports, training, woodland firefighting, and more. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about this past week of training/sports. I also speak about a clinic I'd like to run for middle school athletes to benefit them before they get to high school. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode I talk about multi-sport athletes. I speak on how many sports the athlete should be playing at the elementary, middle school, and high school level. I talk about the importance of the offseason for the high school sport athlete and why its critical to avoid burnout. I also talk briefly on watching the College of Idaho Football and how I'm excited for the baseball team here at Oak Harbor High School. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about how to get sports coaches to buy into your S & C program. Also, I talk on the difficulties of being a high school strength coach from a scheduling and participation viewpoint. Lastly, I speak on my new airdynne bike and the upcoming Spring sports season. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about my last 3 weeks of tracking reactive strength index (RSI) with my football team. I started tracking it to monitor recovery, but there's a few other key takeaways from the data. I talk about peaking at the right time, identifying potential playmakers, and how as we improved RSI scores, our total offensive output increased. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about my appreciation for my seniors in football as their season comes to an end. I talk about how far we've come together and how it impacts future classes. I also talk about how they played a huge role in developing the culture here. Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I go a little deeper on reactive strength index (RSI) and why I think its a useful and specific outcome measure. I talk about how I think RSI can be used to identify playmakers or people who have that "it" factor. In my experience, RSI strongly correlates to change of direction ability on the field. Follow the podcast @itmoascpodcast! Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I quickly recap week 2 of the football season. Then the bulk of the episode I talk about the topic "Are kids lazier today than past generations" and if so, who's fault is it? The parents? The kids? Coaches? What can we do to counteract this trend? Enjoy! Leave some comments. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I quickly recap week 1 of the football season and I say why I'm excited for the future even in defeat. Next, I talk about one of my softball athletes hitting a milestone I've never had a female athlete hit before. Lastly, I talk about in season training and a 4 week long experiment I'm doing to see if I can gauge my athletes fatigue level in order to keep them fresh in season. Enjoy! Support the podcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about the progress we've made as a football team over the past year with this extended offseason. I wanted to shine light on how far we've come as a team and let my athletes know that they deserve this moment. They've been through so much and now it's just time to have some fun. I talk about our improvements in Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and average bodyweight gained. Let's get after it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I have Taeson Hardin on the podcast. We talk all things football from high school to aspirations of playing professional ball. He details what it took for him to get to the next level and lays out what high school athletes should expect when getting the opportunity to play college football. If you have any questions, please reach out to @itmoascpodcast on Instagram. Any questions for Taeson, can be sent to @fybtae on Instagram. Thanks for listening! Support/Share the podcast below! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about the Whidbey AthlEATS Foundation, favorite exercise for athletes/general population, leading a horse to water, and 3 pieces of equipment I'd choose to start a home gym. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I have my cousin on the podcast who I haven't spoken to in a few years. We talk about how we got started in lifting, training for football back in high school, BJJ, growing up in "the valley", and a lot more. This was probably the most fun I've had so far on a podcast, it was nice to catch up and have a few laughs reminiscing. Any questions for Tyler can be sent on Instagram @t_lem_daddy. As always, reach out on Instagram @itmoascpodcast for questions. Support the podcast at the link below! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I go over why all high schools should have a S & C program designed (and supervised) by a certified strength and conditioning coach if they want to help athletes become the most competitive (and injury resistant) versions of themselves. Follow on Instagram @itmoascpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about how intent plays a huge role on how the body adapts to an exercise. We can elicit different adaptations by performing the same movements, differently. Next, I talk about program design and the factors that go into developing one. Lastly, I talk about taking ownership of your health. Enjoy! Follow on Instagram @itmoascpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I speak on my last year of coaching and how I've had highs in the beginning, lows in the middle and now we are trending back in the right direction. I go over why you really have to love this job to stay in this field. Lastly, I touch on if there's a perfect warm-up routine or if its all subjective. Follow the podcast on Instagram @itmoascpodcast Enjoy! **Podcast recorded on 1/26** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I sit down with current College of Idaho CB and former Oak Harbor grad Dorian Hardin. We talk about what it takes to get to the next level in football. We lay out the typical day in the life of a college athlete and we answer listener submitted questions. If you have any questions for Dorian, his Instagram is @dk.hardin any questions for the show can be asked at @itmoascpodcast. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about a recent coaching experience that challenged me on teaching a simple task and how I came to appreciate the moment. Lastly, I finish with talking about one strategy to finding lasting "happiness" Thanks for listening! Follow on Instagram @itmoascpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I talk about the saying "You get what you give" and how it pertains to real life. I also speak on how some areas of your life might have to suffer in order to succeed in others. Lastly, I talk about the importance of learning how to listen and how it can improve personal and professional relationships. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I interview Aaron Fletcher Jr. from Orange Coast Community College where he plays wide receiver on the football team. He is also a former Oak Harbor football athlete. We talk about his high school days, college days, and what it took for him to get to the next level. If you have questions for Aaron, reach out on Instagram @ifgafj . As always, please like and share. Also, follow @itmoascpodcast and @colbyheefner_strength for updates on the podcast. Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode I go over the study "Effects of Two Different Recovery Postures during High-Intensity Interval Training" by Michaelson, J. This study compared the traditional hands on your head recovery position vs hands on your knees for recovery. This is a recent study (2019) and we've all been lied to by our coaches for all these years. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode I discuss why I think people need to leave their hometown after high school/college. Also, I talk about my opinion on the value of face to face communication. Lastly, I talk about finding a sense of community. As always, follow on @itmoascpodcast on Instagram for questions, comments, updates. Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode I discuss the differences I've seen between East and West Coast Mentality. Thanks for listening. As always, please reach out with questions to itmoascpodcast or colbyheefner_strength on Instagram. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode I answer a Q and A from Instagram and also give my take on this weekends NFL games. Follow me on Instagram @ itmoascpodcast and colbyheefner_strength Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I discuss three main topics: Developing Leadership qualities in athletes and why its important. Next, I talk about athletes who complain about playing time and what they can do about it. Lastly, I give my take on Olympic lifting in Strength and Conditioning. Thanks for listening! Follow on instagram: itmoascpodcast and Colbyheefner_strength --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
In this episode, I introduce myself and we talk about building the strength and conditioning culture at the high school level. Instagram: colbyheefner_strength for any questions/concerns. Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindofastrengthcoach/support
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