In today's episode, we have a special guest, Joey Greany, a renowned strength coach for the Tampa Bay Rays. Joey shares his inspiring journey of becoming a major league-level strength coach, combining his passion for baseball, martial arts, and fitness training. We'll uncover his experiences and insights throughout this conversation.
We explore how Tampa Bay Rays takes a forward-thinking approach to training, constantly innovating and evolving their methods. Joey emphasizes the importance of adjusting training programs to account for the physical toll of playing and traveling during the long baseball season. From maximizing sleep to adapting workouts around injuries, he offers valuable strategies to maintain strength and power levels.
Furthermore, we delve into player readiness after injuries or breaks. Joey highlights the significance of collaboration between departments like sports science, medical, and nutrition, utilizing objective data and player feedback to determine when they're physically ready to return to the game.
Knowing your athletes is key, and Joey stresses the importance of understanding how different players respond to stress and games. Tailoring workouts, utilizing velocity-based training, and implementing hybrid workouts are just a few approaches to optimize performance based on individual responses.
We also explore the world of active recovery, where Joey encourages players to engage in activities beyond baseball or working out on their day off. He unveils the training schedule for starting pitchers, incorporating recovery and work days for peak performance.
Not only does Joey guide his players, but he also leads by example. He shares his personal training routine and highlights the importance of mindfulness in coaching. Mental performance plays a crucial role, and coaches play the role of psychologists, helping players manage their emotions after intense games.
As we wrap up, Joey provides valuable advice for young coaches, emphasizing the importance of doing what you love, continuous learning, and giving your best effort every day. Consistency and mastering fundamentals before advancing, finding balance between play and physical preparation, and discovering identity beyond sports are essential lessons for young athletes.
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IG and Twitter: @joeygreany
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeygreany
Video Version on Youtube: https://youtu.be/5AQckidz_ng
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