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Today we are joined by Jason Stone on episode 47 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Jason Stone is currently the Applied Sports Science Coordinator of the Cincinnati Reds where he focuses on applying practical, technical, and tactical health, performance, and human movement skill enhancement protocols across the Reds organization, with a special focus on Minor League player development, that revolves around baseball's key performance indicators. Prior to working with the Reds, Jason worked at West Virginia University as the Performance Specialist of the Men's Basketball Team, as well as being a Senior Research Specialist. Jason also worked at The Ohio State University as their Performance/Sports Scientist. Prior to his time at OSU, Jason spent three years with Texas Christian University (TCU), in their research department. All this after being an Assistant Researcher for the Air Force Research Laboratory. Jason is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Applied Sports Science from West Virginia University. He earned his Master's in Exercise Science from TCU and attended Miami University where he received his MS in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. Jason has a passion for developing athletes and has become excellent at it, take a listen...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:07 Introduction to Jason Stone 01:03 Early career stages 05:36 Applied human performance research 10:10 Helping others understand the ‘Why' 17:49 What to do when the stars don't align 23:04 Providing solutions   If you are interested in learning more about Jason Stone, he can be found on LinkedIn here, or on Instagram here.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Dr. Cathy Saenz on episode 46 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Dr. Saenz is currently an Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at The Ohio State University, as well as an independent Consultant for a wide range of populations and specifications with private and public companies, sports teams, and individuals on topics spanning physiology, exercise physiology, nutrition, and exercise metabolism. Prior to her time at The Ohio State University, Cathy was an Assistant Professor at Jacksonville University and a Post Doctorate Fellow of Nutrition and Sports Science with the Cleveland Guardians. Dr. Saenz earned her Ph.D. in Exercise Science and Nutrition from The Ohio State University as well as her Master's Degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Connecticut. This episode is filled with information about the ins and out of sports nutrition at the collegiate level and what it takes to keep athletes competing at their very best.     Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:00:07 Introduction to Dr. Cathy Saenz 00:04:25 Dr. Saenz's career path 00:13:17 Sports nutrition paradigm 00:17:31 Building a top-tier staff environment 00:24:45 Importance of nutrition 00:33:15 Nutritional strategies 00:40:30 The power of social media 00:43:13 Health within competitive athletics 00:47:44 Hypertrophy remodeling 00:54:38 Future game changers 01:01:42 How mental health is affected 01:04:34 How to contact Dr. Cathy Saenz   If you are interested in learning more about Dr. Cathy Saenz, she can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at saenz.11@osu.edu.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Mark Glicini on episode 45 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Mark Glicini is the Found & CEO of Mark Glicini Peak Performance, a high-performance company focused on creating customized mental, physical, and nutritional fitness and performance strategies for top-level athletes. Mark is also currently a Professional Lacrosse Player in the NLL (National Lacrosse League) for the Las Vegas Desert Dogs. He previously played in both the PLL (Professional Lacrosse League) for the Chaos Lacrosse Club and the MLL (Major League Lacrosse) for Chesapeake Bayhawks. Prior to his time playing professional lacrosse Mark was a broker on Wall Street with BGC. Matt studied and played his college lacrosse at Yale University, where he earned a degree in Economics. Mark has a passion for developing athletes to reach their highest potential, take a listen to this weeks episode to learn more! Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:00:07 Introduction to Mark Glicini 00:01:25 Mark's career path 00:04:26 Training between the ears 00:09:20 Intent drives change 00:16:40 The Leap from college to the Pros 00:23:55 A Day in the Life of Mark Glicini 00:27:30 Wearable fitness trackers 00:34:33 What drives your athletes? 00:37:24 Team culture 00:45:14 Winning the small details 00:49:22 The Yale coaching experience 00:54:18 Taking responsibility 00:57:04 Strategies for successful leadership 01:01:56 Working through pain 01:10:01 Championship shape 01:14:03 What's next? 01:16:28 Healthy Boundaries 01:22:49 Mark Glicini's contact info   If you are interested in learning more about Mark Glicini, he can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at markglicini@gmail.com.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Matt Plumb on Episode 44 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Matt is the owner of Brick Alley Pub, a family-owned restaurant serving a wide variety of dishes from “pub style” comfort food to modern multicultural cuisine all served with genuine down-home hospitality, located in the heart of Newport, Rhode Island. After more than 30 years as one of Rhode Island's most popular restaurants with locals and tourists alike, the Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant has earned landmark status. Located at 140 Thames Street across from the Brick Market Place in Downtown Newport the Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant offers a warm and cozy fireplace in the winter and comfortably air-conditioned dining rooms in the summer. Matt is also the Co-Founder of ROMA Neighborhood Farms, a farm located in Middletown, Rhode Island. Prior to taking over ownership of the restaurant, Matt was the Assistant Football Coach at the University of Rhode Island and Bryant University. In this episode Matt breaks down what it takes to run a successful establishment from field to restaurant.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode   00:00:07 Matt Plumb's story 00:04:08 From sports to the restaurant 00:08:36 The unseen processes 00:12:34 Executing strategies 00:17:43 Staff buy-in 00:24:01 Individual vs group dynamics 00:30:49 Building a business that will last 00:36:14 Handling excuses 00:44:49 Mutual understanding of what success looks like 00:50:16 Creating one cohesive unit 00:59:04 A look into the next 6 months 01:03:13 The little details matter 01:14:40 Customer service is key 01:24:55 How to contact Matt Plumb   If you are interested in learning more about Matt Plumb, he can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at matt@brickalley.com.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Trent Kersten on Episode 42 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Trent has recently been appointed the Head Coach of the Loyola Marymount University (LMU) Women's Volleyball Team starting in 2023. Coach Kersten was previously the Head Coach of San Jose State University's Women's Volleyball Team where he lead the Spartans in three very successful seasons. Prior to that, he was the Assistant Coach at Texas Christian University (TCU). Trent attended UCLA where he played on the Men's Volleyball team where he lead UCLA in both hitting percentage and blocks per set. Once his playing career came to an end, Trent decided to pursue his passion for the game as a coach. In this episode Coach Kersten touches on his unique style of coaching, utilizing force plate technology as a coach, and much more...   Time Stamps For Today's Episode:   00:07 Who is Trent Kersten? 06:13 Facilitating force plate culture 11:44 Choosing the right metrics 15:32 Data paired with good coaching 20:54 Training buy-in 29:02 Advancing practices 34:19 Managing people 39:45 Utilizing force plates for recruiting 46:10 “What's good?” 49:15 Continuing to improve 52:26 Trent's advice to his younger self 54:53 Contact information    If you are interested in learning more about Trent Kersten, he can be found on LinkedIn here, Instagram here, Twitter here, or by email at LMUVB_Recruiting@lmu.edu. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Andrew Overton on Episode 42 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Andrew Overton, DTP is a Physical Therapist who specializes in rehab and treatment of sports-related injuries for Middletown Medical Physical Therapy, located in Middletown, NY. Overton previously held positions as a physical therapist with Access Physical Therapy and Wellness in Chester, NY where he evaluated and treated a variety of orthopedic conditions. Andrew has also worked with patients at Falmouth Hospital in Falmouth, MA, Baystate Outpatient Physical Therapy in Springfield, MA, Central Massachusetts Physical Therapy in West Boylston, MA, Shriners Children Hospital in Springfield, MA, and Pine Bush Physical Therapy in Pine Bush, NY. Andrew earned his Bachelor of Health Science and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Springfield College. Andrew has a passion for what he does that shines through this entire episode, listen in to see where the world of Physical Therapy is headed...     Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:00:07 Introduction to Andrew Overton 00:06:03 Evidence-based practice approach 00:13:19 General questioning & evaluation 00:18:13 Brining a Physical Therapist from good to great 00:25:18 Analysis using force plates 00:31:05 Using technology outside of your practice 00:38:14 High School vs College skill ranges 00:41:32 Standardizing objective data 00:46:50 Practicing healthy habits 00:53:07 Working with the pain 00:56:13 How to safely train the back 01:08:57 Pelvic floor interventions 01:12:38 Future enhancements for the practice 01:17:01 How to contact Andrew Overton   If you are interested in learning more about Andrew or Middletown Medical, they can be found on Instagram here, or online at https://middletownmedical.com/physical-therapy/. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Brock Crews on Episode 41 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Brock is currently a Performance Coach, as well as the Internship Coordinator at Sanford Sports. Sanford Sports is a home for athletes where they get the opportunities to stay healthy, develop skills and pursue excellence no matter your sport, age, or skill level. Brock previously held positions as a Graduate Teaching Associate at California State University - Fullerton, Undergrad Research Assistant at Pittsburg State University, Intern of Sports Performance at Yale University, and Performance Coach at Bracey Performance. Brock gives great insight to future Interns in the field of Sports Performance as well as gives some first-hand advice throughout this episode...   Time Stamps For Today's Episode:   00:00:07 Who is Brock Crews? 00:06:06 Educational experiences 00:10:50 Know your ‘why' 00:17:10 Pursuing a higher education 00:24:45 Setting your own standards 00:28:55 Recruiting interns post-pandemic 00:35:40 Helping the next generation 00:40:22 Workflow & methodology 00:45:57 Using force plates 00:52:15 Perfect doesn't exist 00:57:17 Creating useful 01:02:52 Using technology to your advantage 01:05:18 Creating a successful performance team 01:08:48 Where is the future going? 01:14:02 Brock Crews' contact info   If you are interested in learning more about Brock Crews, he can be found on LinkedIn here, Instagram here, or Twitter here. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.  

Today we are joined by Zac Woodfin on Episode 40 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Zac is a well-respected leader in the strength and conditioning community, is the USFL's Director of Player Performance and Wellness, and oversees the League's athletic performance training staff. Zac has held previous positions at the University of Missouri as Director of Athletic Performance, Kansas (2017-19) and Southern Miss (2015-16). In 2014, Woodfin won the FootballScoop award while serving as head strength and conditioning coach at his alma mater, UAB. Zac also spent time in the NFL as both a player and coach as he was with the Greenbay Packers for three seasons as an assistant strength and conditioning coach and spent time in the NFL as a player with the Green Bay Packers, Baltimore Ravens, and Houston Texans. Woodfin graduated from UAB in 2007 with a bachelor's degree in exercise science and a concentration in fitness leadership.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:07 Who is Zac Woodfin? 04:22 Seeking Out Your Future 11:50 Humility & Hunger to Grow 19:10 Leadership 22:34 The USFL 28:42 USFL Year Two Updates 30:20 Creating success For Years to Come 35:37 Contact Zac Woodfin   If you are interested in learning more about Zac Woodfin, he can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at zac.woodfin@theusfl.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Tracy Zimmer on Episode 39 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Tracy is currently the Olympic Sports Coordinator - Strength & Conditioning Coach and Adjunct Professor at the University of Florida. She has held previous positions such as Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Women's Professional Lacrosse League (WPLL), Director of Strength & Conditioning at Ultimate Lacrosse, Strength & Conditioning Intern with the Atlanta Falcons, and Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Pennsylvania. Zimmer earned her Master's and Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Temple University. Coach Tracy Zimmer has a passion for training that you can feel throughout this episode. Listen in to see how she dissects coaching the sports of lacrosse and swimming...   Time Stamp for Today's Episode:   00:08 Who is Tracy Zimmer? 03:57 Success in the Ivy League 07:49 Giving athletes (reasonable) autonomy 11:31 Taking over a new program 15:47 The modernized role of the strength coach 18:04 Why Tracy decided to move back into the college setting 19:29 Self-evolution 25:05 Communication with coaches 28:15 Training swimmers 31:58 What are you going to teach athletes from the start? 36:08 Getting the biggest return on your movements 40:28 Be where your feet are at 46:23 Managing stress 49:34 How to contact Tracy Zimmer     If you are interested in learning more about Tracy Zimmer, she can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at tracyz@gators.ufl.edu. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by John Welbourn on Episode 38 of The Hawkin Podcast.   John Welbourn is the CEO of Power Athlete, a performance-based training community that teaches athletes how to transform their athletic potential into real-world results. John previously held positions as CEO of CrossFit Football, and CEO of Well Food Co. and spent 9 years in the NFL as an Offensive Lineman with the Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, and New England Patriots. John has a passion for pushing athletes to achieve their greatest potential and has the credentials to show it. This episode is a must-listen for those ready to put their heads down and work!   Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:00:07 John Welbourn's back story 00:07:18 How to use your hands 00:14:15 As mechanical advantage increases so does speed 00:18:05 Moving the heaviest weight as fast as possible 00:25:47 The start of John's coaching career post-NFL 00:36:20 What's new with Hawkin Dynamics? 00:38:31 The evolution of Power Athlete 00:51:55 Progression of coaching younger athletes in the weight room 00:59:25 Weak feet cause problems 01:01:47 Working with premiere athletes 01:05:35 Setting yourself apart from the crowd 01:17:13 What's next for Power Athlete? 01:25:51 How to contact John Welbourn   If you are interested in learning more about John Welbourn, he can be found on Instagram here, LinkedIn here, Twitter here, or at https://powerathletehq.com/. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by our very own host, Thomas Newman, as he breaks down some of the most impactful moments of the 2022 podcast season.   Thomas will be joined by Eric Renaghan, Dr. David Dodick, Boyd Epley, Hewitt Tomlin, Beau Bartone, Adam Petway, Joe Kenn, Dr. William Kraemer, Guy Hornsby, Pat Dixon, and Val Prisecaru as we look back on The Hawkin Podcasts best moments of 2022. Sit back, relax and take a deep dive with us back through the year...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:09 Introduction to Today's Episode 00:01:49 Eric Renaghan's Episode on Merit-Based Training 00:09:59 Dr. David Dodick's Episode on Concussion Testing & Management 00:15:12 Boyd Epley's Episode on The Epley Advantage Performance Index 00:21:19 Hewitt Tomlin's Episode on Never Sacrificing Quality for Quantity 00:25:03 Beau Bartone's Episode on Auditing and Individualization 00:30:56 Adam Petway's Episode on Asking the Question First 00:33:58 Joe Kenn's Episode on Cluster Training 00:38:27 Dr. William Kraemer's Episode on Knowing Your Physiology 00:47:49 Guy Hornsby's Episode on Proper Set-up of the Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull 00:56:46 Pat Dixon's Episode on Recovery Tools and the Use of Collagen 01:02:16 Val Prisecaru's Episode on LifeWave Phototherapy Patches 01:08:52 Closing Remarks From Thomas Newman Mentioned notes, papers, and research: Epley Advantage Strength Index Teambuildr Big House Power Collagen and Vitamin C Supplementation Increases Lower Limb Rate of Force Development Using the Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull in the Monitoring of Weightlifters: 25+ Years of Experience LifeWave: Phototherapy Patches Inventor LifeWave: Phototherapy Patches Patents LifeWave   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Coach Joe Kenn on Episode 36 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Joe Kenn is world-renowned and extremely well-published in the strength and conditioning community. Coach Kenn is the Owner and President of Big House Power Competitive Athletic Training, INC, as well as Vice President of Performance Education for Dynamic Fitness and Strength, and Senior Contributor - Strength and Conditioning for SportsEdTV. He previously spent 9 years in the NFL with the Carolina Panthers as their Strength and Conditioning Coach and was named the 2015 NFL Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year. With over 30 years in Strength and Conditioning, Coach Kenn has worked with some of the world's best athletes all while building his brand and knowledge base, as well as publishing three Strength and Conditioning related books. This episode is a must listen...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:07 Introduction to Joe Kenn 00:01:09 Coach Ken's career path 00:09:12 Hold yourself accountable 00:11:19 Leave your ego at the door 00:17:19 A new era of athletes 00:20:40 Self-criticism 00:26:01 Self-confidence 00:35:30 Rewarding intentionality 00:42:11 “I hear you” 00:50:48 What are your athlete's main goals? 00:58:34 Proper communication 01:12:27 Technology in S&C 01:26:02 Data collection 01:31:57 Joe Kenn's contact information   If you are interested in learning more about Joe Kenn, he can be found on Instagram here, Twitter here, LinkedIn here, or by email at coachkenn@bighousepower.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Val Prisecaru on Episode 35 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Val is currently the Program Director & Professor of Nutrigenomics at John Patrick University. Val is also a Health Consultant, Functional Nutritionist, and CEO of Atlas Genetics Inc, a health coaching company using genetic and microbiome analysis. Val Prisecaru has been working as a nutritionist and nutrigenomics consultant for the past 20 years. Specializing in glycomic, genetic, and microbiome analysis to help determine the optimal diet, lifestyle, supplements, and medication for each of his clients. Val earned his Master's Degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois. In this episode, Val gives a deep dive into his 20 years of experience working with clients on an individual basis to create an optimal lifestyle. With a passion for helping people with innovative solutions, this episode is a must listen...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:07 Who is Val Prisecaru? 00:01:05 Val's initial interest in nutrition science 00:09:34 The power of your diet 00:16:43 How exercise & training can play a major role 00:27:21 How different foods can affect the body 00:41:39 Diet individualization 00:50:28 High vs low dopamine levels 00:54:54 Handling suboptimal training environments 01:00:24 Recovery is key 01:10:53 Cold exposure post-workout 01:14:07 Exciting innovations for the future 01:20:03 Contact information for Val   If you are interested in learning more about Val Prisecaru, he can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at geneticwellbeing@gmail.com.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Matt Nein on Episode 34 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Matt Nein is currently the Assistant Director of Athletics & Campus Rec/Head Sports Performance Coach & Manager of Fitness & Facilities at Salisbury University, in Salisbury, Maryland, and has been since 2004. Before that, Matt was the Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Toronto Blue Jays. In 2018, Matt was named the National Strength & Conditioning Association College Strength Coach of the Year, an award given annually to the top strength coach across NCAA DI, DII, DIII, and NAIA divisions. Matt also serves on the NSCA Advisory Board for the State of Delaware, is the Chair for the NSCA Lacrosse Special Interest Group (SIG), and serves on the NSCA Honor & Awards Committee. Matt earned his Master's degree in Applied Health Physiology from Salisbury University and his Bachelor's degree in Health & Physical Education/Fitness from Towson University. During this episode, Matt gives some great insight into the fast-growing sport of Lacrosse, creating a competitive environment for athletes to thrive, and much more...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:07 Who is Matt Nein? 00:00:52 Matt's career path 00:10:14 Sport-specific demands of lacrosse 00:17:56 The evolution of woman's lacrosse 00:23:03 Athlete efficiency 00:31:05 Knowing what's best for your athletes 00:37:08 Athlete commitment 00:43:39 What are you committed to? 00:52:43 Creating a competitive environment 01:00:26 Strive to be more than average 01:06:19 Advice for younger coaches 01:14:08 How to contact Matt Nein   If you are interested in learning more about Matt Nein, he can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at manein@salisbury.edu. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Julian Jenkins on Episode 33 of The Hawkin Podcast   Julian Jenkins is currently the Senior Director of Regional Recruiting at NCSA Next College Student Athlete, a top-tier recruiting service that helps thousands of student-athletes and their families come face-to-face with the difficult challenge of NCAA athletic recruiting every single year. For over 20 years, NCSA has empowered the next generation of student-athletes to take control of their future, maximize their potential, and get recruited. Julian has been with NCSA for the past 13+ years in various positions. Prior to coming to NCSA, Julian was in the NFL as both a Defensive Lineman for the Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as well as a Player Personnel/Scouting Intern for the San Fransisco 49ers. Jenkins earned his degree and played NCAA Division 1 Football at Stanford University where he was a 4-year player, 2-year starter, and Senior Year Team Captain while also earning a degree in English Literature. In this Episode, Julian spreads light on the current day recruiting process as well as how the NCSA can help along the way...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:07 Who is Julian Jenkins? 02:24 Julian's path to NCSA 12:02 Advice on the new processes of NCAA Recruitment 20:17 Recruiting steps outside of sport-specific data 26:36 Athletes don't need to wait for coaches to contact them 31:48 Controlling your own personal brand 36:44 Is NCAA D1 the only option? 40:45 Navigating the tough conversations 44:55 Julian's contact information   If you are interested in learning more about Julian Jenkins, he can be found on LinkedIn here, and on Twitter here. To learn more about NCSA go to ncsasports.org or find them on Instagram here.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Jose Catano on Episode 32 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Jose Catano is the owner of Catano Performance, a top-tier performance facility in the North East that focuses on the development and progression of athletes of all calibers. Jose also works as a Behavioral Health Specialist. Jose's background in Psychology and Strength & Conditioning gives him a unique coaching style that focuses not only on an athlete's athletic abilities but also on their personal well-being. During this episode, Jose touches on how he uses both his professions to create a well-balanced blend of the two within his coaching and training, how he uses technology in his everyday application, and much more...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:00:07 Introduction to Jose 00:00:56 Jose Catano's story 00:04:00 Colombia vs US athletic cultures 00:10:20 Coaching with passion 00:13:27 The psychology of coaching 00:22:23 Life lessons in training 00:25:59 Velocity-based training (VBT) 00:34:27 Monitoring fatigue 00:41:38 Catano's current practices 00:50:30 Training younger athletes 00:58:16 Video analysis application 01:01:53 Managing force plate testing 01:10:19 Creating a positive culture 01:16:23 Everything force plates 01:24:43 How to reach Jose Catano   If you are interested in learning more about Jose Catano, he can be found on Instagram here, or at https://www.catanoperformance.com/. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Dr. Donna Lopiano on Episode 31 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Dr. Lopiano is currently the President and founder of Sports Management Resources, a consulting firm that focuses on bringing the knowledge of experienced, expert former athletics directors to assist scholastic and collegiate athletics departments in solving growth and development challenges. Previously, she was the chief executive officer of the Women's Sports Foundation from 1992 to 2007 and focused on ensuring athletic departments throughout the nation were compliant with Title IX regulations. Prior to that, in 1975, Dr. Lopiano was the first Director of Women's Athletics at the University of Texas. Throughout her years in athletics, Lopiano has been a strong advocate and supporter of Title IX regulations. Living in a male-dominated field, Dr. Lopiano gives excellent insight into equality in athletics.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:07 Who is Dr. Donna Lopiano? 06:39 Shaping her career path 09:57 Hit the ground running 16:13 The evolution of the amateur athlete 21:15 What does amateur really mean? 27:17 The economics of college athletics 34:48 The college “promise” 39:23 Fair market value 46:00 What's in store for female athletics 50:46 Barriers to be broken 54:50 How to reach Dr. Donna Lopiano   If you are interested in learning more about Dr. Donna Lopiano, she can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at donnalopiano@gmail.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by James Hanisch on Episode 30 of The Hawkin Podcast.   James is currently the Managing Director of the Hawkin Dynamics Asia-Pacific region. Previously, James held positions as Director of Performance Science with the Philadelphia Eagles, Sports Science Coordinator at the University of Oregon, as well as performance analyst with the Brisbane Lions and Adelaide Football Club. Hanisch earned his Master's Degree in High-Performance Sport from ACU (Australian Catholic University) and his Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Movement from the University of South Australia. James has now been a part of the Hawkin Dynamics Team for a year but has been part of the Hawkin Family for much longer, as he was a previous user of the Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates prior to becoming an employee. With knowing the business from both the user perspective as well as the internal team member perspective, James is able to share why he has been a loyal part of Hawkin Dynamics.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:07 Who is James Hanisch? 01:05 HD's Australian footprint 04:21 User application 07:07 The Hawkin Family 09:24 Customer service is the key to success 14:48 Building force plates into daily practice 20:10 The evolution of Force Plate Testing 27:54 Accuracy, time efficiency & reliability 31:43 What's getting you fired up? 35:37 Controlling the dosages of exercise 39:31 Closing thoughts from James 42:34 How to contact James   If you are interested in learning more about James Hanisch, he can be found on LinkedIn here, Instagram here, or by email at james@hawkindynamics.com.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Jonathan Erskine on Episode 29 of The Hawkin Podcast. Jonathan is currently a Strength & Conditioning Coach in the tactical field at Cannon Air Force Base. Previously, Erskine held positions as Strength & Conditioning Coach at REEF Systems Corp, Intern Strength Coach at The University of Alabama, and Defensive Line Coach & Strength Coach at the High School level. Jonathan received his Ph.D. in Health and Human Performance from Concordia University Chicago. He also received a Master of Science and Bachelor's Degree in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management from Troy University. Coach Erskine's move from the sports world, into the tactical world, gives him a unique view of how strength & conditioning can better benefit all those that partake. Gives this week's episode a listen to learn more...   Time Stamps For Today's Episode:   00:00:07 When Jonathan Erskine caught the iron bug 00:02:15 From passion to profession 00:06:23 Building the roots 00:14:28 That “C'mon man” moment 00:20:39 Growth & change 00:25:33 Haircuts mid-episode? 00:28:12 Carryover from athletics to tactical 00:33:04 Implementation of sports science in the tactical setting 00:43:25 Advice for young coaches coming into tactical 00:53:53 Not everyone has the same means of motivation 00:59:42 Creating a buy-in culture 01:06:09 Moving properly before loading the body 01:13:20 The transition of the tactical realm 01:19:23 Jon's contact information & podcast   If you are interested in learning more about Jonathan Erskine, he can be found on LinkedIn here, Instagram here, by email at jmersko@gmail.com, or listen to his new podcast, The BROKE Strength Coach. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Lauren Green on Episode 28 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Lauren Green is one of the most well-rounded Sports Scientists / Strength & Conditioning coaches in the field. Lauren started his professional career with the Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB), where he held positions as both Strength & Conditioning Coach, as well as the Latin American Strength & Conditioning Coordinator. After spending time with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Green became the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Brooklyn Nets (NBA). Then moving out of the professional sports realm and into the Division 1 Collegiate level, Green held positions as the Director of Sports Science at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) and the Director of Athletic Performance with the Louisiana State University (LSU) Men's Basketball program. Lauren has worn multiple hats throughout his career, thus making his experiences and expertise something you won't want to miss hearing about.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:07 Who is Lauren Green? 00:05:33 Where Lauren's road map started 00:12:59 From High School to Professionals 00:13:52 Utilizing your time effectively 00:18:02 Simplicity to perfection 00:29:44 Risk to reward 00:34:15 Creating your own solutions 00:44:19 Obtaining the best data 00:47:17 Athlete development 00:54:17 Setting expectations 01:08:16 Athlete buy-in 01:16:31 Visions of the future 01:29:01 Closing remarks 01:30:00 Lauren Green's contact info   If you are interested in learning more about Lauren Green, he can be found on LinkedIn here, Instagram here, Twitter here, or by his email at green.lauren86@gmail.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD system costs here.

Today we are joined by Dr. William Kraemer on Episode 27 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Dr. Kraemer is ranked the number 1 sports scientist in the field, he also established himself as one of the Google Scholars, ranking in the top 0.5 to 1% in his field. Previously he has held full professorships at The Ohio State University, Pennsylvania State University, Ball State University, and the University of Connecticut along with appointments at their medical schools. Prior to his scientific career, he was a teacher and coach of football, wrestling, and strength coaching in athletics at the secondary and college levels.  Dr. Kraemer has published 12 books, over 500 peer-reviewed papers in the scientific literature, and over 100 chapters along and a multitude of other educational publications. Additionally, he was a commissioned officer in the United States Army working in the Exercise Physiology Division at the U.S. Army's Research Institute of Environmental Medicine, Natick Massachusetts. With a wide variety of experiences, Dr. Kraemer is able to give our listeners some excellent takeaways from this episode.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:07 Introduction to today's episode 02:12 Who is Dr. William Kraemer? 03:50 The beginning of the Husker 06:16 Specified conditioning 10:20 Finding the balance between upper limits & recovery 18:30 Is the Husker program right for you? 20:28 Psychologically strenuous 24:29 Flexible programming & recovery 36:28 How force plates can play a role in programming 39:50 Acute inventory during workouts 45:30 Everybody plays a role 54:10 Closing advice from Dr. Kraemer 58:52 Episode outro   If you are interested in learning more about Dr. William Kraemer, he can be found on LinkedIn here.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD system costs here.

Today we are joined by Adam Petway on Episode 26 of The Hawkin Podcast. Adam is currently the Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of Louisville Men's Basketball. Previously, Adam has held positions as Horizontal Jumps Coach/Assistant Track & Field Coach at West Chester University of Pennsylvania, Director of Athletic Performance for the Washington Wizards, Lead Biomechanist, Strength & Conditioning for the Philadelphia 76ers, and Director of Strength & Conditioning with the University of Arkansas Basketball Program. Adam received his Ph.D. from (UCAM) Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia and his MBA from Universidad Europea. With a passion for athlete progression, Adam Petway gives some good advice to others in the field of S&C. Timestamps of Today's Episode:   00:08 Introduction to today's episode 00:27 Who is Adam Petway? 04:19 God Given vs Data Driven 11:48 Player Development 14:44 Neuromuscular and Kinetic Profiling 18:00 Force Plate Testing Frequency 21:43 The Importance of Data Integrity 23:09 NBA Setting to Track & Field 30:20 Productivity Metrics vs Strategy Metrics 33:28 Top Tier Metrics 37:33 Asking the Question First 42:25 Using Data to its Full Potential 45:45 5-Year Forecast of the Industry 48:00 Adam's Advice to His Younger Self 50:29 Adam Petway's Contact Information   If you are interested in learning more about Adam Petway, he can be found on LinkedIn here or by email at adampetway@gmail.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or  request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Paul Smith on Episode 25 of The Hawkin Podcast. Paul is currently the Assistant Director of Medical Services & Assistant Head Football Athletic Trainer at the University of Arizona. Previously, Paul has held the responsibilities of Director of Athletic Training for Boise State University Football and Associate Head Athletic Trainer/Head Football Athletic Trainer at Yale University. Paul received his Master of Kinesiology from Boise State University in Boise, ID, and Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Boston University in Boston, MA. With a goal of bridging the gap between medicine and performance, Paul's take on Athletic Training is one you'll want to listen to.   Timestamps of Today's Episode: 00:00:08 Intro to today's episode 00:01:06 Paul Smith's path into the world to athletic training 00:06:37 What are the demands of athletic training? 00:16:45 The importance of performance training 00:21:23 The balance of humble and hungry 00:29:07 Paul Smith's incredible injury report 00:39:10 ACL milestones 00:49:54 Nurturing athletes 00:54:50 Defining cautiously aggressive 00:58:04 Athletes differ, recoveries differ 01:07:02 Teachings to the next generation of athletic trainers 01:18:41 Paul's work-life balance 01:22:36 Paul Smith's socials and contact info If you are interested in learning more about Paul Smith, he can be found on LinkedIn here or Twitter here. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.  

Today we are joined, once again, by Wes Barnett on Episode 24 of The Hawkin Podcast. Wes is currently the VP of Business Development at Thorne Healthtech, a leader in developing the world's most innovative solutions for a personalized approach to health and well-being. Wes was previously the Director of International Games for the US Olympic Committee, as well as their Director of Sports Performance. Prior to working with the US Olympic Committee, Wes was an athlete that competed in two Olympic Games (1992 & 1996). He also competed in the Pan Am Games, winning Bronze in 1999, Silver in 1991, and bringing home the Gold medal in 1995.   Timestamps of Today's Episode: 00:10 Wes Barnett, Part 2 Intro 00:48 How Wes ended up at Thorne 06:44 What is NSF? 09:51 Thorne's footprint 16:54 The evolution of Thorne supplements 24:39 A new alternative to capsules 26:29 Testing made easy 29:58 Quality is the name of the game 33:11 You are what you eat… and can absorb 41:34 Sport line of products 48:45 How to contact Wes Barnett If you are interested in learning more about Wes Barnett, he can be found on LinkedIn here or Email Performance@thorne.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Wes Barnett on Episode 23 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Wes is currently the VP of Business Development at Thorne Healthtech, a leader in developing the world's most innovative solutions for a personalized approach to health and well-being. Wes was previously the Director of International Games for the US Olympic Committee, as well as their Director of Sports Performance. Prior to working with the US Olympic Committee, Wes was an athlete that competed in two Olympic Games (1992 & 1996). He also competed in the Pan Am Games, winning Bronze in 1999, Silver in 1991, and bringing home the Gold medal in 1995.   Timestamps of Today's Episode: 00:06 Intro to today's episode 01:31 How Wes Barnett caught the iron bug 06:02 The evolution of weight lifting 19:05 The role of Olympic lifting in performance 35:53 Transferring personal lessons to a professional setting 40:34 Wes Barnett's impact as a leader 46:35 Alignment in your goals  52:12 Human Performance is a key to success 59:40 Outro to Wes Barnett, Part 1 If you are interested in learning more about Wes Barnett, he can be found on LinkedIn here. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Dr. Kevin McGinniss on Episode 22 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Dr. McGinniss is currently an Assistant Professor, Graduate Coordinator, and Director of Sport Management at Southern Connecticut State University.  His previous responsibilities include President & CEO of the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC), while also holding positions as Director of Athletics for the University of Rhode Island (URI), Mercy College, Quinnipiac University, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and Lehman College over a 21-year span. With more than 40 years of professional experience as an educator, author, coach, and athletic administrator, Dr. McGinniss is able to give insight on how to grow within the field. While also enlightening us on his experiences throughout his career and lending advice to the younger generation of professionals emerging into the ever-changing world of athletics.   Timestamps for this episode: 00:00:06 Introduction to today's episode 00:00:30 Who is Dr. Kevin McGinniss? 00:05:11 The state of performance 00:15:30 What does the changing path of success look like? 00:20:46 The future of the performance field 00:25:32 The advantage of being a people person 00:28:30 Life lessons learned through sports 00:35:38 How technology has shaped the physical culture of athletics 00:38:25 What is an emotional bank account? 00:41:10 It is okay to make mistakes 00:43:50 The importance of opportunity 00:46:38 Dr. Kevin McGinniss's contact info If you are interested in learning more about Dr. McGinniss, he can be found on LinkedIn here, and reached by email at kmcginniss1@southernct.edu. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Teofe Ziemnicki on Episode 21 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Teofe is currently the Head of Sports Science at Teambuildr, the leading software for strength and conditioning coaches. He has previously worked as the Director of Sports Science and Analytics / Assistant Strength Coach at Yale University where he was responsible for tracking progression among athletes. Additionally working as the Head Strength Coach for 6 varsity teams at the university, as well as the Sports Performance Assistant with the football team. Teofe obtained his Master's Degree from Eastern Kentucky University in Health and Physical Education/Fitness. Teofe's research is focused on innovating the process in which strength and conditioning coaches are able to break down data and easily implement it into workout plans to help athletes reach their highest potential. Timestamps for this episode: 00:00:06 Who is Teofe Ziemnicki? 00:05:47 How to apply data to S&C 00:15:07 Presenting data that is easy to consume 00:21:15 Explaining what the slicer (Excel/Google Sheets) is 00:27:34 What is the recruiting calculator? 00:32:15 How does data analysis help recruiting? 00:38:51 Knowing the context behind the numbers 00:45:32 What is the prototyping profile report? 00:50:47 How to attain athlete buy-in 00:59:41 What is a training program auditor? 01:08:18 Lifting key - AKA a readiness score 01:19:57 How has data changed Teofe as a coach? 01:21:56 Transition from College setting (Yale) to the private sector (Teambuildr) 01:28:33 Teofe contact & socials If you are interested in learning more about Teofe, he can be found on LinkedIn here, and on Instagram here.  Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

We are joined in Episode 20 of The Hawkin Podcast by Guy Hornsby.   Guy Hornsby is currently the Assistant Professor of Coaching and Performance Science and is also the Head Coach of West Virginia Weightlifting for WVU. He graduated from East Tennessee State University (ETSU) with his Ph.D. in Sports Physiology & Performance. Additional responsibilities include Coaching Science Coordinator at the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, Human Performance Innovation Center, and West Virginia State Director of the National Strength and Conditioning Association. With a Ph.D. in Sports Physiology and Performance, Dr. Hornsby's research is centered around optimizing the training process for strength power-based athletes.   Time Stamps for this episode: 0:10 Introduction to today's episode 0:52 Who is Guy Hornsby? 5:36 How technology & data is affecting strength & conditioning 14:08 Developing Athletes 26:40 Over Training and Physical Over Reaching 28:22 Relative VS Absolute Intensity 34:59 Force Plate Data in a team setting 45:40 Can monitoring athletes become dangerous? 49:44 Importance of Athlete Buy-In 50:58 Proper Set-Up of an isometric Mid Thigh Pull 1:00:39 Paradigm of Strength & Conditioning 1:11:42 Consistency from the start 1:16:22 How can science adapt to the new evolution of quick turnover in strength & conditioning 1:22:24 Gaining Respect from a Sports Coach as a Sports Scientist 1:41:19 Guy Hornsby outro If you are interested in learning more about Guy, he can be found on LinkedIn here, and on Twitter here.    Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs.

Trey Hall is the head football sports performance coach. Hall joined the Black Bears after spending a season as the assistant football strength and conditioning coach at Yale University. While with the Bulldogs, he played a key role in conducting weight room and on-field warm-ups while advancing Yale Athletics to the next level through the utilization of leading sports science technology.  Prior to his stint at Yale, he served as a strength and conditioning assistant at Delaware State University where he worked primarily with women's soccer, women's tennis, women's golf, women's equestrian while assisting with the men's and women's basketball programs and the football team.  Hall also developed key knowledge in the field through internships at Yale, Gannon University, and Edinboro University where he worked with former Pittsburgh Steelers and Miami Dolphins strength and conditioning coach, Ryan Grove.   Request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

James McFarland is a Teacher of Health and Physical Education and Strength and Conditioning Coordinator at Hillsborough High School, NJ. He was the National High School Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year 2018, and Hillsborough High Schools Teacher of the Year in 2008. Jim has been responsible for the health and physical education planning and implementation of Hillsborough High School's Strength and Conditioning Program since he began in 1997. In 1999 he was given the charge of coordinating the year round afterschool strength and conditioning program for students in grades 9-12, and given permission to begin the intermediate school and middle school year-round co-curricular programs. While continuing these programs, James has been involved with 8 collaborative research studies in youth exercise science with The College of New Jersey and has over 20 published works. He has been a speaker for the NSCA since his start as a certified strength and conditioning specialist in 2001, and has been an adjunct professor for The College of New Jersey's practical exercise science course for 4 years. His practical experience is fortified with his USAW Senior Level Certification, and extensive experience in youth competitive Olympic weightlifting and powerlifting. James holds in high regard his professional relationship with Yale Strength and conditioning for football, lacrosse, field hockey and soccer, as well as the New Balance sponsored Northeast Kingdom Running Camp. Twitter: @Raider_SC   Request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

Pat Dixon is the Director of Applied Sport Science at Momentous - a company who engineers athlete focused supplements.   Dixon began his career in exercise science at the University of Connecticut while pursuing a Master's Degree and also working in athletics as a strength and conditioning coach. Previous publications, online and in print, have focused on athlete development with a focus on improving power production and performance. He spent 18 years working with college athletes at UConn, Cal-Berkeley, St John's University and Loyola Marymount University with a focus on improving performance and decreasing the incidence of injury. While working with athletes, Dixon's efforts helped shape multiple NCAA tournament appearances and Sweet Sixteen finishes in Women's Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball. While coaching, Dixon was a consultant and advisor to multiple biotechnology companies (Fitgenetix, Dyve Biosciences, Masimo Medical Technology). Efforts focused on developing products that better support physiological development and improve objective feedback leading to more efficient training protocols. Since leaving collegiate athletics, his work with Momentous has been focused on improving adaptation to training through nutrient intervention, specifically focused on bioavailability and timing of nutrient administration.    Link to Collagen Shot Referenced in Episode: Collagen Shot: https://www.livemomentous.com/collections/shop-all-products/products/collagen-shot-15-servings     Request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

DJ Dolan describes himself as an Athlete, Leader, & Teammate.   As an Athlete, DJ was a former collegiate football player (at Merrimack College), and professional boxer for All-American Heavyweight (in California).  As a Teammate and Leader, and shortly after his athletic career, he joined the US Army as both an enlisted and commissioned officer. Post Army, he joined the Massachusetts State Police working primarily on two teams. The first as a detective with the violent fugitive apprehension section attached to the US Marshals fugitive task force, as detective he was responsible for planning and carrying out hundreds of operations with the mission of locating and apprehend fugitives who are wanted for violent offense as well as safely locating victims of human trafficking and kidnapping. The second as a member of the statewide full-service Special Tactical Operations Team as a breacher.  Expanding on his Leadership experience gained from the MA State Police and US Army, Dolan now serves as a social impact entrepreneur who empowers leaders, high performers, and organizations to help elevate HUMANITY. DJ is involved with multiple companies and missions. He is the founder and lead coach at EMPWR Coaching & Consulting where he specialized in helping leaders, teams, and organizations to discover their full potential to create a lasting impact on the world. He believes that this can be accomplished as a byproduct of living and leading authenticity and creating relationship-based systems aimed to enhance & nurture engagement, meaning, performance, well-being, and resilience. Additionally, DJ is the founder of One Tribe, which is a non-profit mentorship service with the mission of building purposeful relationships between servant leaders and youth leaders from at-risk communities guided with a curriculum from positive psychology, health science, Neuroscience and leadership development. DJ serves as a leadership instructor with a company named The Program working collegiate, professional athletic teams and corporations across North America.  DJ is a lifelong learner working toward a doctorate in neuropsychology and human performance as well as competing at Brazilian Jui Juitsu. Most importantly, DJ serves as the co-captain of “Team Dolan” with his wife Jenn and three little teammates, Savannah, Jack, & Charlie. Team Dolan resides north of Boston, MA.  We think you'll enjoy this episode! Brought to you by Thomas Newman.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Joe Staub joins us in Episode 15 of The Hawkin Podcast! Joe is currently the Executive Director at The Zenta Group. The Zenta Group is a Business & Management consulting group that has a focus on Management and Leadership. Previously, Joe ran Track & Field at the University of Connecticut during his undergraduate program. During this time, Joe also worked as an intern for the strength and conditioning department. Joe continued his education at UConn for this graduate program in Kinesiology, before moving to Kansas under Andrea Hudy for 2.5 years. Staub later on became the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Hofstra University for 5-years, and also obtained his MBA before transitioning out of Strength & Conditioning into the Business World. In this episode we cover: Integrated Strength & Conditioning Departments at UConn Auditing Programs in S&C and also Business Using the knowledge and skills from strength and conditioning, and applying them to business. Staub's intake on failing. Weight room techniques that aren't “popularized”. Strategies to implement into programming. And much more…. Learn more about Hawkin Dynamics and The Hawkin Podcast at www.HawkinDynamics.com   Request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

Beau Bartone joins us in Episode 14 of The Hawkin Podcast! Beau is currently a Performance Coach at Future. Future offers one-on-one digital training with fitness coaches at home, the gym, or on-the-go. Learn more about Future at www.future.co.   Beau starting his coaching career as a student-assistant football coach at Southern Connecticut State University before interning with Yale University Football & Lacrosse in the summer of 2017. Shortly after, Beau entered the private sector at Competitive Edge Sports Performance in Milford, Connecticut. A year later he rejoined Yale University as the Assistant Director of Football Performance where he worked for nearly 3-years before joining Future.   In this episode, Beau & Thomas talk about: The things not talked about in strength & conditioning Attacking the lowest hanging fruits first Auditing your strength programs How they both ran and organized training at Yale And much more... If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review!   Also visit our website at www.HawkinDynamics.com - we offer much more than a product, we offer a service and would love to work with you and help provide objective insight to your training program. Request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.  

In Episode 13 of The Hawkin Podcast we are joined by Dr. Larry Wilen & Vince Wilczynski from Yale University Center for Engineering Innovation & Design (CEID).   Since 2012, the 8,700 square foot CEID design lab serves as a hub for collaborative design and interdisciplinary activity at Yale University. Its goal is to enable the design, development, and actualization of ideas, from the whiteboard to the real world. It is a "Maker Space" and a one of a kind resource for Yale students, staff, and faculty to take ideas to the next level.   Vince is the CEID Director and Deputy Dean for the School of Engineering & Applied Science. Dr. Wilen serves as a Senior Research Scientist and Design Mentor for CEID. Our host, Thomas Newman has direct experience in the "Maker Space" at Yale CEID with both Vince and Dr. Wilen. In this episode, they discuss inventions that were made during Thomas' time at Yale to track & train athletic performance.    Key topics from this episode include: History of Yale Engineering (since 1852) What is CEID? From idea to working product Working with athletics to engineers solutions Failure as part of the design process And much more Learn more about Hawkin Dynamics at www.HawkinDynamics.com. Learn more about Yale University CEID at: http://ceid.yale.edu Request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

In Episode 12 of The Hawkin Podcast we are joined by Hewitt Tomlin, Co-Founder of TeamBuildr. Founded in 2012, TeamBuildr is a SaaS company that saves strength & conditioning coaches time by automating program building, tracking, and auditing.    Key topics from this episode include: • How the TeamBuildr idea evolved into a business • Picking the right software to build, and how it changed overtime • Determining what features are impactful & important for all users • The evolution of strength coaches & analyzing community trends from a different lens.  • Competing with the Googles and Apples in the hiring process • Thomas' experience with TeamBuildr and onboarding new staff with TeamBuildr at Yale University Learn more about Hawkin Dynamics at www.HawkinDynamics.com Learn more about TeamBuildr at https://www.teambuildr.com/en/        Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

Thomas Beckett joins The Hawkin Podcast in Episode 11 to discuss his tenure at Yale University which includes 24-years as the Director of Athletics for the Bulldogs, 118 Championships, 73 first-place Ivy League finishes, 43 Olympic Athletes, 337 All-Americans during his time on campus.    Beckett also significantly grew the department financially. In 1994, there was an athletics endowment of roughly $20 million. In 2017, when he retired the endowment was $283 million, an increase of $263 million or $11 million growth per year. This included the expansion of the department where he oversaw the renovation or construction of 20 key facilities spanning across 2,000 acres of land used for athletic activities.    Learn more about Hawkin Dynamics at www.HawkinDynamics.com or Request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.  

Boyd Epley, MEd, CSCS,*D, RSCC*E, FNSCA, founder of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and one of the most decorated strength coaches of all time, talks to Thomas Newman, Hawkin Dynamics Chief Innovation Officer.   In this episode, Boyd talks about his innovation within Strength & Conditioning over the course of his 35-year coaching career. During this time, Boyd recorded 356 Wins, 5 National Championships, and a host of National Player of the Year Award winners. He is the creator of Husker Power, the recipient of the President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition (PCFSN) Lifetime Achievement Award, Lindy's National College Football magazine named him one of College Football's Top 100 Most Important People of the Century.   Key Topics From The Episode: Starting year around training with Nebraska Husker Football Importance of testing & auditing your training program Creation of the electronic timer for 40-yd sprint testing Creation of the Strength Index & Performance Index (www.boydepley.com) Creation of the Power Rack, "Tractor Jack" Bench Press, and Jammer Creation of the Push-Pull Machine  How to design strength circuits, and work-rest ratio The importance of power in collegiate football ...and much much more Learn more about Hawkin Dynamics here: www.hawkindynamics.com or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.  

Brandon Shaffer joins us in Episode 9 of The Hawkin Podcast from the Minnesota Twins where he is a Complex Strength & Conditioning Coach.   Prior to joining the Minnesota Twins, Brandon was a Strength & Conditioning coach at Yale University for nearly 2-years, and previously a graduate assistant coach at Northwestern State University.    Interested in learning more about Hawkin Dynamics? Check us out at HawkinDynamics.com or Request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

We are joined in Episode 08 of The Hawkin Podcast by Eric Renaghan. Eric Renaghan is currently the General Manager at Sanford Power in Irvine, California. Prior to leading Sanford Power Eric was the Head of Strength and Conditioning for the St. Louis Blues (NHL) starting in 2016. Prior to his position with the Blues, he held the title of assistant S&C coach for the Vancouver Canucks. Eric has also recently completed his graduate studies in biomechanics from Lindenwood University. His main interest is in neuro-mechanics and movement expression as it relates to sport performance.   This is Eric's second feature of many on The Hawkin Podcast. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

TJ Belanger joins us from Yale University for Episode 7 of The Hawkin Podcast. In this episode TJ & Thomas will cover: What it's like being an intern at one of the nation's best intern programs, Yale University Building an internship curriculum from scratch  Care for the athlete, over program perfection How to continually audit your training programs  Using force plates as an analog  ...and much much more Find us at www.HawkinDynamics.com or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

The newest member of the Hawkin Dynamics Team, James Hanisch joins us in Episode 6 of The Hawkin Podcast. James joins HD from the Philadelphia Eagles where he was the Director of Performance Science for over 6-years. Prior to the Eagles, James spent 2.5-years with the University of Oregon.    James & Thomas talk about: James journey and finding himself in sport performance  The Australian performance model vs. the US model Moving from lab-based to field-based research Building out a sport science model Force plates...of course ...and much more   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

Ryan Carroll is currently the Director of Elite Sport & Tactical at Bridge Athletic. Prior to Bridge, Ryan was the Tactical Performance Specialist at Exos for 6-years. In this episode, Ryan discusses his upcoming presentation at the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Tactical Strength & Conditioning Conference (TSAC) in Norfolk, VA, and how the culture in the military is changing in regards to training the female athlete.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

Drew Hammond currently serves as a Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Director within the XVIII Airborne Corps located at Fort Bragg, NC. Prior to working with the Army, Drew served as a strength and conditioning specialist and human performance program director with Air Force Special Warfare out of Tucson, Arizona. He received his bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his masters in physiology and strength and conditioning from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. Although the vast majority of his career has been with embedded tactical human performance teams, he has also worked with collegiate, professional, and international sporting organizations both in the United States and abroad.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

David W. Dodick, MD, FRCP (C), FACP is a Professor of Neurology at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, and a consultant in neurology at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona. At Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Dodick serves as the Director of the Headache Program and the Sports Neurology & Concussion Program.   Dr. Dodick is board certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). He also holds United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties certification in headache medicine and ABPN certification in vascular neurology. Dr. Dodick has authored more than 350 peer-reviewed publications and authored/edited 10 books. He is the Chair of the Sports Concussion Conference Workgroup and the AAN Annual Sports Concussion Conference of the American Academy of Neurology; and a member of the AAN's Annual Meeting Committee. He is a member of the scientific committee of the International Migraine Trust. He is Chair of the International Headache Academy. He is on the editorial board of several journals including Lancet Neurology, Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry, Postgraduate Medicine, Headache, and Cephalalgia.   Dr. Dodcik is the former President of the International Headache Society, former President of the American Headache Society, Chair of the American Migraine Foundation, Director of the US Academic Headache Consortium, and former Editor-in-Chief of Cephalalgia.   —   In today's podcast with Dr. Dodick we'll cover: 1. Dr. Dodick's professional journey 2. What is a concussion? 3. What is the future of concussion testing? 4. What is Synaquell? 5. The future of contact athletics. Have questions about this episode? Fill out the form below and we will connect with you directly! https://www.hawkindynamics.com/hawkinpodcast   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

Eric Renaghan is currently the General Manager at Sanford Power in Irvine California. Prior to leading Sanford Power Eric was the Head of Strength and Conditioning for the St. Louis Blues (NHL) starting in 2016. Prior to his position with the Blues, he held the title of assistant S&C coach for the Vancouver Canucks. Eric has also recently completed his graduate studies in biomechanics from Lindenwood University. His main interest is in neuro-mechanics and movement expression as it relates to sport performance.   In today's podcast we'll cover: 1.  Clarity in data with common sense  2. Training for Adaptations  3.  Thresholds and Cutoffs 4.  Proxies and Absolute Values  5.  Foundations program is a the test, not testing an individuals foundation. 6. Merit Based Training    Have questions about this episode?  Fill out the form below and we will connect with you directly!  https://www.hawkindynamics.com/hawkinpodcast   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.

Hawkin Dynamics Director of Sport Science Drake Berberet Introduces Thomas Newman, The Hawkin Podcast host and Chief Innovation Officer at Hawkin Dynamics. Welcome to the Lab!   Fill out the form below to reach a member of our team about this episode! https://www.hawkindynamics.com/hawkinpodcast   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs, here.