Description

Pete Homan is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Physical Therapist specializing in biomechanics, sports performance and outpatient orthopedic Physical Therapy. He has worked with NFL champion Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jerome Bettis and Hall of Fame blind side tackle from the New Orleans Saints Willie Roaf, world champion ski racer Chris Davenport, X-Games Gold medalist Mike Schultz, and MMA fighters Brendan Schaub, Shane Carwin and Elliot Marshal. He is also a former US national Taekwondo champion.

In this episode hosted by Dan McDonogh, Pete shares more about his journey in strength and conditioning and how he got his start in entrepreneurship and solving problems nobody else could see. He explains why the important thing for coaches and trainers isn’t often fancy programming, but rather conscious coaching and being attentive to the individual’s needs at that moment. Pete also shares from his experience about being authentic and vulnerable, how to cultivate a growth mindset, and why it’s so important to follow your bliss. Tune in to find out more.

Key Takeaways:

[1:22] Dan introduces his guest for this episode - Pete Holman.

[2:06] When did Pete notice that he had an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to determine need and notice things other people can't?

[11:29] Dan and Pete discuss the importance of being present, and the concept of conscious coaching.

[14:24] How has Pete being a parent played into how he perceives being intentional?

[17:29] Being present, understanding what the person you're working with wants and needs at that moment is more important than any kind of fancy programming.

[21:02] Pete uses different forms of communication and learning styles to help athletes reach their goals.

[23:14] How does Pete get buy-in from athletes?

[27:14 ] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

[28:00] Dan and Pete talk about being vulnerable and authentic with the athletes they work with.

[31:52] Growth comes when you surround yourself with people that force you to be better.

[35:31] It's really not about the programming, it's about who you are as a trainer or coach and how your experiences have shaped you and the mindset you bring to the table. That's what will bring you success.

[37:07] Pete's advice is to follow your bliss.

[43:02] Whatever you do, do it the best you possibly can.

[45:21] What's a common injury Pete sees that could easily be avoided?

[50:12] In some cases, simple can actually be better!