SAA Podcast

Description: Join us in this episode as we catch up with Triple-A pitcher Ryan Loutos, diving deep into the world of professional baseball. Ryan shares his experiences, challenges, and triumphs on the journey to Triple-A. We explore the intricacies of baseball performance, shedding light on the unique aspects of Triple-A baseball. From the intensity of training regimens to the mental fortitude required on the mound, Ryan provides an insider's perspective. This episode is not just about pitches and strikes—it's about the holistic approach to sports performance. Ryan emphasizes the crucial role lifestyle habits play in optimizing performance, touching on mindset, physical training, and the relationship between them. As we discuss the transition from Single-A to Triple-A, Ryan reflects on the importance of continual growth and adapting to the demands of higher-level play. Whether you're a baseball enthusiast or an athlete seeking insights into sports performance, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge. Tune in to discover a pitcher's journey to Triple-A, the mindset that fuels success, and the training strategies that elevate performance on and off the field. Keywords: Baseball Pitcher, Triple-A Baseball, Sports Performance, Baseball Training, Mindset, Lifestyle Habits, Professional Sports, Athlete Journey

In this episode, we sit down with Sports Dietitian Meagan O'Connor to dive deep into the world of nutrition for athletes. Meagan shares her remarkable journey to becoming a sports dietitian and sheds light on the critical role nutrition plays in optimizing athletic performance. We explore Meagan's extensive work history, her experience working with sports teams, and how she tailors nutrition plans to meet the unique needs of different athletes. From nutrition tips for when you're on the road to what to eat before a workout or practice, we cover it all. Meagan emphasizes the importance of individuality in creating nutrition plans, reminding us that there's no one-size-fits-all solution. She shares a valuable insight: "You can't out supplement a bad diet, but you can add supplements to a good diet to meet your needs." Join us for an insightful conversation on the safe amount of weight to lose or gain per week, how much water you should be drinking to stay properly hydrated, and much more. Plus, don't forget to follow Meagan on Instagram at @platetoplatform for even more nutritional wisdom. If you're an athlete or simply someone looking to optimize their nutrition, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to enhance your performance with the expert guidance of Sports Dietitian Meagan O'Connor. **Keywords:** Nutrition, Sports Dietitian, Performance, Meagan O'Connor, PlateToPlatform, Supplements, Hydration, Athletes

In this episode we speak with Pam, who has been a member at SAA for 5 years. We discuss her experience training at SAA and recent improvements in her health and body composition

Mallory Rawlings is our guest in this episode. She is a Wellness Coach and Personal trainer. We discuss what a wellness coach is, SMART goals, time management, and habit creation.

Megan returns to talk about changing goals as lifestyle changes, becoming a gym owner, changes in CrossFit, the importance of movement, the importance of planning meals, and performance enhancing drugs in CrossFit

In this episode we welcome Shannon Bruess. Shannon is a professor at McHenry County College, and fitness director Focus Fitness, and a Kettlebell Athlete. We talked with Shannon about the gym she runs and their method of 30 minute workouts, important traits for new fitness professionals, small gyms vs commercial gyms, kettlebell sport, and the importance of WHY when it comes to goals

Will and Kurt talk about body composition and habits for getting and staying lean

In this episode Will and Kurt talk about compliments and the power they can have as well as using TikTok to for giving value and building brand awareness

In this podcast Will and Kurt talk about breaking plateaus in lifts and changing priorities to improve body composition

In this podcast Kurt and Will talk about the supplements they take, reasons to take supplements, and more.

In this episode Will and Kurt talk about maintaining blood sugar levels, metabolic adaptation, creating healthy habits, and removing excuses.

In this chat Michael talks about his family, training goals, and challenges he's faced living with down syndrome.

We talk about our current training and advice for improving in the snatch

In this episode Will and Kurt go over the results of an assessment and talk about developing athletes.

In this episode Will and Kurt talk the benefits of personal training and ways to retain a client

In this episode Will and Kurt talk with Colin Doherty who is the head athletic trainer at Fremd High School and is currently pursing his master's degree in exercise science. They talk about what led Colin to become an athletic trainer, his experience with different schools and organizations, goals for getting his master's degree, common sports injuries, and more

In this episode Will and Kurt talk about Kurt's trip to Europe, and how travel introduces new perspectives on the world. Kurt wanting to bring back habits from his trip to his lifestyle and their goals for the new year

In this episode we talk about Will's backstory. Starting from his childhood and the sports he played as a kid, getting into organized sports, going to a big high school, take the next steps to play colligate baseball, coaching baseball, deciding to get a masters degree, and more.

In this episode we talk to Katie Gavin. Katie was a client at SAA and is now a coach on staff. She also has her own personal training business. Topics covered are corporate personal training vs personal training on your own, playing collegiate soccer, overcoming an eating disorder, and more.

In this episode Kurt and Will talk about the different variables that can be changed in training programs to progress clients. They also discuss how an initial consultation and assessment is used for creating an exercise program.

In this episode Megan Timmins joins the podcast as our guest. She is a Crossfit coach at Crossfit Kilo in Cedar Falls, IA. Megan also coaches club volleyball for Six Pack Volleyball Club. We talked about the business side of fitness coaching, the mental side of coaching, expectations for someone considering a career in the fitness industry, factors for sticking to a diet, the importance of strength training, nutrition, and lifestyle for success in sports, and much more

In this episode we have Ryan Loutos as a guest. He is a right handed pitcher, played at Washington University and was signed as a free agent by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2021 and played for their minor league team the Palm Beach Cardinals. He talks about his initial experience in the minor leagues, developing an app for tracking baseball stats, working with Rapsodo, how he improved velocity throughout high school, and his plans moving forward in his baseball career.

Kurt and Will welcome Tim Rawlings on the podcast. Tim is the owner of Raww Barbell, an Olympic Weightlifting gym in Austin, TX. Tim talks about learning from his coach, Oleg Kechko a 1996 Olympian for Belarus. His experience traveling to Belarus and learning from Leonid Taranenko. His time lifting with Muscle Driver. How changing his lifestyle increased his lifts. The importance of recovery and choosing the right coach.

In this episode Kurt goes into more details about how he got started at SAA as a client and how he transitioned into a coach. What his favorite aspects of working at SAA are. Resentment and how it led to Kurt and Will not speaking for months. Qualities to look for in a coach.

In this episode Kurt asks Will about his experience traveling to China to learn more about Olympic weightlifting. They talk about both times Will went to China, the differences and similarities of the youth and intermediate programs, what the weightlifters eat, how they recover, and Will's main takeaways from both trips. Follow SAA: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/superiorathletic Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/superior.athleticadvantage.5 Follow Will: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/willrawlingssaa/ Follow Kurt: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kurtkonodisaa/

In this inaugural podcast Will and Kurt talk about why they are doing the podcast, Kurt starting at SAA, the issue with crossfit programming, building habits, using your coach as a resource, and self awareness for being consistent with your goals. Follow SAA: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/superiorathletic Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/superior.athleticadvantage.5 Follow Will: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/willrawlingssaa/ Follow Kurt: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kurtkonodisaa/