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The Moffitt Method Podcast — 2026 S&C Pet Peeves & Controversies (Part 1)

Host Joe Ryan sits down with Coach Matt Bruce and Coach Sean Waxman for a frank panel on what's frustrating them about strength and conditioning in 2026. They cover how training cultures differ by region, why technology should support coaching rather than replace it, and what we lose when schools cut physical education. They also get into chasing metrics without knowing what they measure, the transfer portal's effect on long-term development, and the gap between medical clearance and real sport demands. Their answer every time is to get the fundamentals right, stay humble and keep learning.

Key takeaways

• Tech is a tool, not a program. Foundational training principles come first.
• Cutting PE is eroding youth movement skills and fitness.
• Know why you're tracking a metric before you chase the number.
• Movement quality beats speed metrics in youth training.
• Skip the fads. Simple, proven methods win.
• The best coaches stay humble and curious.

Chapters
00:00 Intro & guests
01:53 Regional differences in training
04:51 Technology's impact on coaching
08:01 The devaluation of PE
11:01 Kids outside & foundational movement
13:53 Cultural influences on youth fitness
17:00 Social media & training trends
19:54 Metrics, numbers & training focus
23:01 The transfer portal & development
25:59 Humility & curiosity in coaching
28:50 Medical restrictions vs. sport participation
32:46 Closing thoughts & Part 2 preview

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