In this episode of the P2 Podcast, Chris Chan joins Bryce Calvin to discuss some of the intricacies of being a fitness coach, from working with difficult client personalities to differences in-person vs online coaching to the wide-spread confusion around how to build the right amount of specificity into a program. Bryce and Chris cover a lot of info in this one so make sure to watch and listen all the way to the end! Chris Chan is a seasoned strength and conditioning coach based out of Boise with a solid decade of experience in the field. His academic rigor is backed by a Master's in Kinesiology, focusing on exercise physiology, complemented by his CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certification—a testament to his dedication and expertise. With an analytical mind, Chris directed his scholarly pursuits towards the benefits of plyometric training, especially in adolescent girls. His master's thesis was an eye-opening systematic review that explored the neuromuscular advantages of this training method in 12 to 14-year-old girls. Chris's scholarly work reflects a larger concern with the prevalence of knee injuries among college athletes, displayed by patterns in teams like TCU's basketball squad. Through his research and career, Chris aims to develop training strategies that could potentially mitigate the risk of such injuries. His continuous search for correlations and preventive measures in the realm of sports injuries showcases a professional not just dedicated to athletic performance, but also to the long-term well-being of his athletes.
