Andy Lyon, a strength and conditioning coach for the San Francisco Giants started with juco baseball and made his way to the big leagues. They discuss Andy's journey from a high school baseball player to a professional coach, the importance of individualized training, nutrition, and the latest innovations in sports technology. Andy shares insights on the challenges and perks of traveling with a major league team, as well as the behind-the-scenes life in MLB. The conversation highlights the significance of protein in an athlete's diet, the evolution of training methods, and the camaraderie among players and coaches.
00:00 Commute and Daily Routines
02:50 Journey to Becoming a Strength Coach
06:10 The Importance of Physicality in Baseball
09:01 Building Relationships in Coaching
12:01 Staying Fit as a Strength Coach
14:53 Identifying Talent in Baseball
18:04 Individualized Training Approaches
20:55 Nutrition and Protein Importance
23:48 Innovative Training Technologies
31:14 Innovative Training Equipment in Baseball
32:07 Essential Weight Workouts for Baseball Players
33:59 Bodyweight Training for Young Athletes
37:55 Weight Room Standards in Major League Baseball
42:06 Breakthrough Recovery Tools and Techniques
48:04 Traveling with the Team: A Day in the Life
56:59 Experiencing the Game from the Dugout
