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Strength in the Details
E47: Strength of Leading with Humility with Spencer Arnold
Spencer Arnold, head coach of Power and Grace, shares his journey into strength and conditioning and how his faith shapes his coaching philosophy. He emphasizes the importance of community and humility in coaching and highlights the need for coaches to continually learn and adapt. The athlete-coach relationship is pivotal and Spencer talks about the learning that you do as a coach alongside athletes. For those who want insight on programming for high-level athletes, Spencer Arnold discusses the benefits of velocity-based training (VBT) in strength and conditioning. He explains how VBT helps athletes develop force and rapid force development, and...
2024-07-02
55 min
Strength in the Details
E46: On Achieving Success and Balance in Sport with Cheryl Haworth
Cheryl Hayworth, a three-time Olympian and world record holder in Olympic weightlifting. They discuss Cheryl's experiences as an athlete, the mental preparation for the Olympics, coaching philosophy, inclusivity in weightlifting, and the transition from weightlifting to life. Cheryl emphasizes the importance of resilience, managing stress, and finding balance in training. She also highlights the need for inclusivity and accessibility in the sport, and the role of coaches and organizations in championing these values. THE GRITTY DETAILS Finding balance and managing stress are important for long-term success in weightlifting. Resilience and coping skills are crucial for...
2024-06-25
55 min
Strength in the Details
E45: Cultivating Team Dynamics and Culture
Coach Mark Roberts returns to the podcast for our Coaching and Leadership series. Mark is the owner and head coach of Rise Weightlifting. In this episode, your host chats with Mark about his leadership and coaching style. They discuss Mark's journey into weightlifting, the transition from athlete to coach, and the importance of building a strong team culture. Mark emphasizes the value of education and credentials for coaches, but also highlights the importance of building relationships and effectively communicating with athletes. Mark shares his experiences and challenges of being a business owner in the fitness industry and the importance...
2024-06-11
1h 05
Strength in the Details
E44: Coaching Athletes Beyond the Barbell with Kevin Doherty
The COVID-19 pandemic may have a longing impact on youth kids who may have missed out on sport and recreation opportunities for nearly a year. However, Elite Weightlifting Coach Kevin Doherty used the barbell during this time to help his community flourish through connection and sport. Owner of Hassle Free Barbell Club, Coach Kevin Doherty safely coached first generation kids through the pandemic to ensure that they could remain active while the world shutdown. Coach Doherty talks about the importance of Weightlifting as a tool for building confidence. Also in this episode, Kevin shares his perspective on goal setting...
2024-05-28
1h 02
Strength in the Details
E43: Coaching Across the Macrocycle with Danny Camargo
USAW Senior International Coach returns to the Strength in the Details podcast. Weightlifting programming is typically done following some form of periodization - but what does that mean for coaching? In this episode, Danny discusses how his cueing and coaching priorities change from phase to phase of any given macrocycle. The mindset of an athlete must shift based on the goal of the cycle and a good coach helps an athlete focus on what’s important for them in the moment. He also discusses the balance between developing skill and personal growth in athletes, emphasizing the importance of honesty and tr...
2024-05-21
59 min
Strength in the Details
E42: Trusting the Coaching Process with Cara Heads Slaughter
The Coaching and Leadership series continues with a Team USA Senior International Coach, Cara Heads Slaughter. In this episode, we have a candid and fun conversation on the impact of sports on personal growth, the importance of coaching and mentorship, and the challenges of trusting the coaching process. Cara explains why athletes must buy into the coaching process entirely and shares her tools for communication and program planning that empower the athlete to succeed. Whether you are a coach or athlete, this episode has so much information to guide, support, and enhance sports performance. The episode highlights the need...
2024-05-07
55 min
Strength in the Details
E41: Strength and Conditioning for Athletic Development with Zack Lebo
We start with the basics in the Coaching and Leadership in strength sports. Quality coaching and athletic development start with a well-designed plan of attack. Zack Lebo, Owner of Category 5 Athletics, is known for just that. Lebo provides insight into the importance of general physical preparedness (GPP) for strength athletes as a foundational component of long-term success. In this episode we discuss approaches for building on GPP, managing different athlete personalities, and optimizing performance in competition. As an experienced coach and business owner, Zack also emphasizes the importance of communication and collaboration in the athlete-coach relationship. Stay tuned to...
2024-04-30
57 min
Strength in the Details
E40: Preparing for International Competition with Mary Theisen-Lappen
Mary Theisen-Lappen is an athlete and coach and is pursuing a spot on the Team USA Olympic Weightlifting team competing in Paris 2024. Mary is a standout example of transferable skills from Track and Field contributing to her success in a new discipline as an elite Weightlifter. If you are newer to the sport, Mary breaks down the similarities of the two sports to help athletes think about how to approach transitioning sports disciplines. Mary also talks about the challenges of training for international competitions and the importance of emotional and mental preparation and discusses the psychological impact of overcoming...
2024-04-09
53 min
Strength in the Details
E39: Optimal vs Practical with Joelle Cavagnaro
Joelle Cavagnaro, the founder of Level Ten Coaching, discusses her health and fitness coaching background. She shares her experiences working with underrepresented populations and the challenges of promoting physical activity. Joelle also explains the concept of evidence-based coaching and how it applies to strength sports and athletes. She emphasizes the importance of individualizing coaching strategies and adapting them based on athletes' strengths, preferences, and backgrounds. The conversation also dives into helping athletes embrace temporary or permanent change throughout their journey. THE GRITTY DETAILS Promoting physical activity and behavior change requires finding activities that individuals enjoy a...
2024-03-05
59 min
Strength in the Details
E38: Empowering HerAthlete with Jourdan Delacruz
Jourdan Delacruz is a 2020 Olympian and has been a dedicated athlete in the sport of Weightlifting. If you follow Jourdan, you might notice that she is focused, gritty, and mature as an athlete in training and in competition. In this episode, Jourdan gives us the inside scoop on her journey of weightlifting. We talk about finding the right coach and developing a team as the foundation for her success. Jourdan emphasizes the importance of nutrition and mental health in her athletic performance, the unique needs of female athletes, and the growing popularity and accessibility of Weightlifting. She also discusses...
2024-02-27
48 min
The Wellness Paradox
The Role of Physical Activity and Exercise in Mental Health w/Dr. A'Naja Newsome
For years we’ve understood the strong link between exercise and physical health. What has been underappreciated is the link between exercise, physical activity, and mental health. Our guest in episode 116, Dr. A'Naja Newsome knows this well, but also knows the narrative is changing. This paradigm shift is not a moment too soon given the severity of the mental health crisis in America. As Dr. Newsome points out in our conversation the burden of disease from mental illness is on par with chronic conditions like obesity and diabetes.Dr. Newsome reminds us that all is not lost. Ph...
2024-02-21
36 min
Strength in the Details
E37: Strength Sports for Well-being and Longevity with Steph Gaudreau
Steph Gaudreau is a sports nutritionist and lifting coach who helps athletic women build strength and confidence in the gym and beyond. She is no stranger to the Strength in the Details podcast and shares some really powerful information on the benefits of an effective strength training program. In this episode, we discuss the need to shift the narrative around women and muscle and the promotion of strength training to women. Building lean muscle is so important for more than just aesthetics. We also discuss the benefits of barbell sports and the practice of rucking as a low-impact cross-training...
2024-02-13
1h 00
Quatrode15
Podcast Quatrode15 #190 - Tendências do Mercado Fitness 2024 com Yara Achoa
Olá pessoas voltamos de férias! Assim como nossos alunos fazem as promessas para o ano novo, vamos pensar nos rumos das nossas carreiras com as tendências para o Mercado Fitness Brasileiro desse ano. Muitas novidades e exclusividades apareceram nas tendências quando olhamos para o mercado brasileiro comparado com o mundial, vem conferir! Esse episódio está engrandecido pela presença da nossa convidada, a fantástica Yara Achoa, jornalista do grupo Fitness Brasil e temos uma participação do grande professor Cauê Teixeira. Instagram da jornalista Yara Achoa Instagram do Ciência do Exercício Livro: Psiqui...
2024-02-01
1h 41
Strength in the Details
E36: Managing Stress and Building Resilience for Strength Athletes with Dr. Susie Reiner
Dr. Susie Reiner discusses stress, resilience, and recovery in the context of athletic performance and training. She defines stress as a stimulus that can be positive or negative and activates the sympathetic nervous system. We cannot avoid stress, so we must learn to cope and recognize how it influences our daily lives and our training plans. Resilience is the psychological layer of how individuals perceive and respond to stress. Building resilience involves cultivating a growth mindset and reframing challenges as opportunities for growth. Wearable technology provides valuable data for monitoring and tailoring training programs, but knowing how to interpret...
2024-01-23
54 min
Strength in the Details
E35: Hey Athlete! Your Metabolism Isn't Broken with Dr. Stephanie Compton
Dr. Stephanie Compton is a scientist, registered dietitian, and science communicator striving to bridge the gap between science and real life. In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Compton discusses various topics related to nutrition and metabolism for strength athletes. She emphasizes the importance of balancing strength training and aerobic conditioning, embracing being a beginner and debunking misconceptions about nutrition and training. Dr. Compton highlights the significance of timing nutrition, the pros and cons of supplements, and the role of metabolism in recovery. The conversation highlights the need for effective science communication and being critical consumers of information. The c...
2024-01-16
1h 08
Strength in the Details
E34: The Growth and Evolution of Olympic Weightlifting with David Tao
The Growth and Evolution of Olympic Weightlifting David Tao, co-founder of Barbend, shares his journey into strength sports and the creation of Barbend. In this episode, we discuss the appeal of strength sports and the industry's growth. David also emphasizes the importance of coaching philosophies and the need for adaptability in exercise programming. He highlights the evolution of Barbend and the impact of storytelling in strength sports. Barbend continues to serve the fitness and strength community. It has grown in many ways and broadened its reach in innovative ways. David is charismatic and passionate about all things...
2024-01-09
43 min
The Performance Connection Podcast
A'Naja Newsome | The Underestimated Power of Exercise on Mental Health and Resilience
Imagine a world where the mental health benefits of physical activity are as widely acknowledged as the physical benefits. What would it look like if we could shift our perception of fitness, move beyond the focus on weight loss and physical aesthetics, and integrate it as a standard in our everyday lives? In this episode, A'Naja Newsome, an expert in exercise physiology and public health, shares her insights on the barriers to exercise and the powerful impact of physical activity on mental health.She delves into the neurobiological aspects of physical activity, discussing how aerobic exercise...
2023-11-27
49 min
Strength in the Details
E33: Coaching for Powerlifting and Strength Sports with Claire Zai
Claire Zai is a strength coach and competitive athlete with Barbell Medicine. She is a scientist and activist for creating a safe space for women in strength sports like Powerlifting. Claire Zai is also behind the #LOADWOMEN to raise money and awareness for the barriers women face in sports and science. In this episode, we talk about the seasons of training and competing. Athletes cannot realistically train, diet, and prepare for competition for months on end without becoming completely exhausted and burned out. The real sacrifice that comes with competing in a sport at any level is beyond just...
2023-10-10
1h 09
BarBend Podcast
How to Understand the Weightlifter's Mindset (with Dr. A'Naja Newsome)
Dr. A'Naja Newsome, PhD is an educator, weightlifter, and weightlifting coach, and she has studied athlete psychology both inside and outside the gym. In this episode, we talk about weightlifting in particular: What are the factors that influence performance from within the athlete, and which external factors impact what and how they lift? Which questions are most coaches NOT asking that they should be? And when do normal strategies for contest preparation and peaking simply fall short? We do a deep dive that's useful for all strength athletes hoping to reach that next level of performance and strength.
2023-08-23
27 min
Strength in the Details
E32: Building Community Through Sport with Suzy Sanchez
Community building is an important aspect (and benefit) to sport participation. Suzy Sanchez is well-known in the sport of Weightlifting for her achievements as an athlete, coach, USAW HQ employee, and advocate for DEI in sports. In this episode, we tackle the importance of sport in youth development. The experience of competing as an international athlete helps you gain a unique perspective, and it can inform life decisions. For Suzy, this sparked her passion for advocating for athletes at all levels, especially collegiate athletes. We talk about community building and relationships that make the sport of Weighlifting fun and...
2023-06-27
56 min
Strength in the Details
E31: Let's Talk Programming and Progression with Dr. A'Naja Newsome
Coach Doc is back with a solo episode where we delve into the basics of exercise prescription and the importance of the FITT principle (frequency, intensity, time, and type of exercise) in program design. We also introduce the 3Ps (Preference, Personal Goals, and Past Experience) as crucial factors in exercise programming and evidence-driven decision-making. These fundamentals set the foundation for a discussion on what actually matters more than reps and sets. Program adherence is the most important consideration for performance - are you doing the work as prescribed? Are you cherrying picking your workouts? Are you going too heavy...
2023-06-20
32 min
Strength in the Details
E30: Treating the Whole Athlete in Physical Therapy with Dr. Greg Frye
Dr. Greg is the owner of Premier Performance and Physical Therapy. He relies on his education and experience in sports performance and exercise science to help athletes navigate injuries and return to their sport better. His model of physical therapy values individual care plans to create long-term relief. Most of his athletes have a goal of being better on the field, and you will notice that strength programming is at the core of many treatment plans. In this episode, we talk about the many different reasons an athlete might become injured or experience pain. Life stress and muscular imbalances...
2023-05-23
34 min
Strength in the Details
E29: Sport Science and Athlete Monitoring with Dr. Guy Hornsby
How do we progress and evaluate performance in sports? Dr. Guy Hornsby discusses the concept of athlete monitoring. While it may seem like a sophisticated idea, it may not be too dissimilar from measuring outcomes on the job or in the classroom. Coach Guy is a faculty researcher and Head Coach of the West Virginia University Weightlifting Club team. He is passionate about coaching athletes and mentoring students in sport science. In this episode, we discuss the importance of long-term development in sports performance. Strength and neuromuscular adaptations occur at varying intensities based on the level of the athlete...
2023-04-20
35 min
Strength in the Details
E28: Athletic Identity, Injury, and Burnout
Participating in sports teaches us so much about who we are as humans. The band is back together for a roundtable on athletic identity. People often define who they are by what they do. This is especially true in sports and fitness. Individuals with a strong athletic identity align their daily lives, relationships, and even education with sports. Athletic identity has its positives (e.g., social connection, purpose, leadership) and potential for negative outcomes (e.g., fear of failure, overtraining, body dissatisfaction, and burnout). Coaches and athletes should consider how to build athletic identity and promote positive tools to...
2023-03-31
42 min
Strength in the Details
E27: Competing with Grit and Grace with Alexia Gonzalez
Alexia Gonzalez has competed in sports from the time she was 4 years old. Alexia is the epitome of a lifelong athlete and knows what it means to compete with a team and as an individual. She has taken the Olympic Weightlifting world by storm with recent performances at the state and national levels. But Alexia attributes her success on the platform to the habits and mindset she is developing outside of the gym. In this episode, Alexia talks about her faith and her family support that has helped boost her confidence and determination to overcome injuries and mental barriers...
2023-01-31
45 min
Strength in the Details
E26: Mindset Psychology for Athletes with Dr. Kasey Orvidas
The mind and the body are not separate systems. The pursuit of optimal health is an interconnected journey that blends physical, mental, and emotional factors. The science of mindset is critical to enhancing sports performance by creating sustainable behaviors to help athletes thrive in the long term. What lens do you use when thinking about your health, your athletic performance, and your growth? Athletes with a growth mindset believe that they have the capacity to improve and welcome challenges and feedback. In this episode, Dr. Kasey Orvidas breaks down growth versus fixed mindset and how that impacts how we...
2023-01-24
1h 09
Strength in the Details
E25: Nutrition, Physique, and Strength Athletes with Dr. Eric Helms
Dr. Eric Helms is a coach, athlete, author, and educator. He competes in bodybuilding, coaches physique and strength athletes, conducts research in sport science, and is a well-known science communicator. He is a partner with 3D muscle journey, which provides evidence-based education for the drug-free lifter. In this episode, we break down science communication for sport and fitness professionals. Does what you are reading online or on social media have some merit? Curious if a fitness influencer you are following is truly an expert? In this episode, Eric gives us some insight into what you should look for to...
2023-01-17
1h 09
Strength in the Details
E24: Quality Coaching with Jasmine Braxton
Coaches and fitness professionals have a major responsibility for preventative healthcare but often work in an unregulated environment. Jasmine Braxton is the owner of Jasmine Braxton Co and the creator of tools and education for fitness professionals looking to grow in their profession. Jasmine shares the importance of continuing education, mentorship, and rapport-building for coaches. For listeners who are looking to work with a coach, Jasmine gives you some foundational understanding of hard skills (programming, biomechanics, etc.) and soft skills (communication, empathy, etc.) that a quality coach typically possesses. Athletes excel when they partner with a coach who is...
2023-01-10
47 min
Strength in the Details
E23: Showing up for Yourself: Mental Skills for Athletes with Randy Hadley
Randy Hadley owner of RH Fit Pro Performance in Orlando, Florida is back for another episode. If you missed his first episode, you definitely want to go back and listen to Episode 3. Randy is more than just a coach - he is a leader in the sport performance and development field. In this episode, we talk about independent thinking and owning your process as an athlete. Independent thinking is a key component of athletic maturity. Coach Hadley gives us insight into the importance of mental strength for competition. If you are a competitive athlete (especially a youth or beginner...
2022-11-22
39 min
Strength in the Details
E22: Fueling for Sport Performance with Steph Gaudreau
Sports Nutritionist, Coach, and Author, Steph Gaudreau, joins the podcast to talk about the importance of proper nutrition and the consequences of low energy availability for strength athletes. Her personal experiences with poor nutrition habits led her to dig into the science behind nutrition. She primarily focuses on women strength athletes but is a wealth of knowledge for all individuals. In this conversation, Steph shares the importance of social media literacy and how to discern credible resources of the science that is communicated freely and unfiltered on the internet. We get into the details of training nutrition, quality of...
2022-10-25
1h 18
Strength in the Details
E21: Optimize Strength with Coach Doc
Dr. A’Naja Newsome, aka Coach Doc, hands over the hosting duties to Dr. Jess Beal for this episode and sits in the guest seat. The recent rebranding and launch of Optimize Strength marks a new chapter for A’Naja as she makes strides to change the narrative about what it means to be strong in the gym and in life. In this episode she tells listeners the gritty details about the new name, her fitness and nutrition coaching philosophy, and the success she has had in the recent years with helping athletes reach their potential. Jess Beal (@jessb_rx...
2022-09-20
1h 25
Strength in the Details
E20: The Feedback Loop with Giana Cambria
Giana Cambria talks with us about the basics of getting started on a new exercise program. This episode we cover getting started, setting goals, and evaluating success. Giana is the founder of Upperhand Creative and a former Regional Manager for Orangetheory Fitness. She is experienced in helping clients define and achieve success whether it's in business or in fitness/sport. Athletes tend to focus on the physical changes needed to achieve success, but there are psychological drivers to success that can ultimately help elevate your progress. Using the feedback loop can be a powerful tool for athletes to reflect...
2022-09-13
48 min
Strength in the Details
E19: Body Positivity and Nutrition with Denvyr Tyler-Palmer
Denvyr is a former college volleyball player turned sports nutritionist (CISSN). As a coach she believes that people can be fit without giving up foods they love. In this episode, your host Dr. A’Naja Newsome talks with Denvyr about the different approaches to nutrition coaching and dieting. Denvyr gives pros and cons for these different approaches so that listeners can make an informed decision about the tools they select to develop a better relationship with food. THE GRITTY DETAILS When looking for nutrition information or advice, stay away from absolutes. Be skeptical and ask questions. Yo...
2022-09-06
34 min
Strength in the Details
E18: Finding the Value in Sport Beyond ‘Winning’ with Preslie Hirsch
Preslie Hirsch is a staff writer and correspondent for Morning Chalk Up, the host of the top-rated Hey Preslie Podcast, an Olympic weightlifter, CrossFit coach and health enthusiast based in Austin, TX. In this episode, we talk about the value in sport beyond ‘winning’ and how to enjoy sport regardless of your fitness level. Preslie shares her perspective on body image and the process of learning to love what the body is capable of doing. It is an appreciation for being strong and confident that will ultimately bring joy and satisfaction in sport participation. You can find more...
2022-08-30
45 min
Strength in the Details
E17: From Tumbling to Weightlifting with Shayla Hutchins
Shayla Hutchins is a newcomer to the sport of Weightlifting but has experienced so much success because of her varied background in sport. She is a member of Power and Grace Performance and represents Team USA. She is a fierce competitor and talks with us about the process of learning and growing as an athlete. In this episode Shayla talks about the different ways that she measures progress from training session to training session. Shayla began her athletic career in tumbling and acrobatics and dive into the transferable things that has helped her in her Weightlifting career...
2022-08-23
34 min
Raising Elite Competitors
Developing Self-Efficacy & Motivation in Sports w/ Exercise Scientist A'Naja Newsome
We’re going to tackle self-efficacy and motivation in sports with our special guest A’Naja Newsome, Ph.D., CEP, a coach, and an educator with a lifelong career in sports performance and Exercise Physiology. She brings an amazing perspective to this topic!So, get your notes ready as A’Naja shares her thoughts about a female athlete’s confidence, self efficacy, and why it’s vital in their development as an athlete and young woman.Redefining SuccessOne thing we can do as parents is really reevaluating how we’re defining suc...
2022-08-09
34 min
Strength in the Details
E16: Athletic Independence with Coach Danny Camargo
This week on the podcast we sat down with Coach Danny Camargo of Team Oly Concepts in Orlando, FL. Camargo offers great advice for athletes with a desire to make it to the elite level and coaches who are working with experienced athletes. We dive deep into coaching, leadership, and developing athletes. Coach Camargo discusses the important characteristics that help move a good athlete to a great athlete. The progression of an athlete depends on how much independence and self-awareness the athlete can develop over time. Camargo shares the best piece of advice he’s ever received as an at...
2022-08-09
1h 02
Strength in the Details
E15: Performance Physical Therapy with Dr. Delilah Beall
Dr. Delilah Beall is a Physical Therapist and Owner of Samson Physical Therapy in Jacksonville, Florida. She sees a wide range of patients but specializes in sport performance. In this episode, Delilah talks about the importance of PT to long term pain free movement. She explains in depth how we could be doing more damage to injured muscles and joints by delaying treatment. Dr. Beall encourages people, especially athletes, to view PT as more than a tool for fixing injuries but for maintaining and enhancing performance. “Deficiencies in range of motion in the ankles are the most co...
2022-08-02
57 min
Strength in the Details
E14: The Self-Confident Athlete with Shannon Mulcahy
Shannon Mulcahy is a sport psychology consultant and founded Mulcahy Performance Consulting. Shannon dives into the importance of confidence and shares secrets for building confidence in sport performance. In this episode, Shannon discusses positive self-talk and how to improve your mindset leading up to competition. Shannon also offers education to empower coaches looking to bring that extra advantage to their athletes for training and competition. Follow Shannon (@mulcahyperformance) for more education and tips for training your mental performance. If you are interested in working with Shannon checkout her website. In this episode, Shannon recommends the bo...
2022-07-26
55 min
Strength in the Details
E13: The Mind-Body Connection with Meredith Alwine
Meredith Alwine is an elite American weightlifter and highly accomplished and decorated athlete. In this episode, Meredith shares with us her deep connection between mind and body. This connection is one that she attributes to her success as an athlete. Meredith talks about the importance of sleep and her mindset around competition and training. Meredith represents Team USA and Team Oly Concepts and is coached by Danny Camargo. Follow Meredith (@meredithalwine) as she has a lot of big goals to crush in the upcoming Olympic quad. For more information on USA Weightlifting visit the website. Co...
2022-07-19
39 min
Strength in the Details
E12: Developing a Competitive Edge with Dr. A'Naja Newsome
Are you looking to gain an advantage in competition? Focusing on mental skills may help. In this solo episode, Dr. A’Naja Newsome hits us with her top 3 recommended mental skills for athletes looking to feel stronger inside the gym and on the platform. Attribution patterns Internal regulation of motivation Coping with stress Sport psychology research is growing on these topics and she breaks them down in a way that athletes can apply them to their own training and performance. Disclaimer: This is not intended to be psychological therapy or treatment. You are encouraged to se...
2022-07-12
34 min
Fuel Your Strength
Overtraining, Injury, and Burnout w/ Dr. A'Naja Newsome
If you have ever been injured in your sport as an athletic person, you know how challenging it can be to get back into it. Not just for your body, but also for your mind. Movement, exercise, mental health, mindset, self-efficacy, and burnout are all connected, which is why it can be extra difficult to come to terms with a change or adaptation in your training routine. This is why it is so important to find harmony in your training, and recovery, as an athletic person. Key Takeaways If You Want To Overcome Injury and...
2022-06-07
48 min
Strength in the Details
E11: Anxiety, Performance and Athlete Wellbeing with Dr. A'Naja Newsome
Do you get anxious in training or competition? Do you find that your emotional rollercoaster impacts your regular exercise routine? Dr. A'Naja Newsome goes on a solo episode to discuss anxiety-performance models and how we can work to improve athlete wellbeing. Stressors cause physiological changes that show up in our training. A'Naja discusses how body dissatisfaction, anxiety, and training environment all influence athlete wellbeing and offers practical strategies for overcoming negative stressors. These strategies are important for both athletes and coaches who partner to develop the whole athlete. Disclaimer: This is not intended to be psychological therapy or treatment. You...
2022-04-19
34 min
Strength in the Details
E10: Athletics and Body Image with Dani Palmer
Dani Palmer joins the podcast this week to talk about athletes and body image, and how injury can impact confidence in training. Dani is a DPT student and believes in the importance of prehab and corrective exercise to improve your training experience. As a weightlifter and student, Dani wants to share the importance of seeking professional advice when dealing with injuries and listen to your body. The Gritty Details: Fitness and exercise offers more than just aesthetics there are so many benefits. There is no such thing as a perfect program. The perfect program is the...
2022-04-12
50 min
Strength in the Details
E9: Mastering Your Own Mind as an Endurance Athlete with Brooke Rustad-Dinkel
In this week's episode, Brooke Rustad-Dinkel talks about mindset, positive self-talk, and spirituality as it relates to athletic performance. As a marathon athlete, Brooke has a lot of experience in endurance training and shares the changes that she has made from her first marathon to her training for her fourth marathon event scheduled for spring 2022. The Gritty Details: Know your why! Understand the purpose and what it means to be you intrinsically Do not compare yourself to others on social media. Everyone's journey is different. Have something bigger that you believe in spiritually to help you g...
2022-04-05
50 min
Strength in the Details
E8: Embracing an Athlete Mindset with Christina Richards
In this week's episode, Christina Richards shares her experiences with the sport of Weightlifting and how she developed her athlete mindset. Christina is a wife, mom, coach, and business owner, but still prioritizes her goals as an athlete through balance and the support of her family. Christina is a national level competitor and discusses her journey to overcome failure and struggles to reach her health, fitness, and sport goals. The Gritty Details: If you are passionate about something, go for it. Your situation doesn’t have to be ideal and the stars will not...
2022-03-29
33 min
Strength in the Details
E7: Nutrition and Supplementation with Dr. Jess Beal
On this episode, Dr. Jessica Beal discusses supplementation to meet your nutrition needs and performance goals. Dr. Jessica Beal is a Community Pharmacist and Weightlifting athlete. As a follow up to last week's episode on how improper nutrition might be holding you back, we dive deeper into the advantages of supplementation and Dr. Jess provides some great insight on tips for athletes to navigate the supplement market to make the best choices to support their overall health. The supplement market is not regulated and athletes should be aware of what they are consuming. Several resources are available...
2022-03-22
58 min
Strength in the Details
E6: Nutrition Mindset with Dr. A'Naja Newsome
Your host is flying solo to discuss nutrition mindset and some of the unique challenges athletes might experience when it comes to food as fuel. Dr. A'Naja Newsome shares some insight that she hopes helps to change the way you view food, think about dieting, and love your body. As a nutrition and health coach, it is her goal to help bring nutrition education to the forefront of strength training and sport performance conversations. Connect and support this podcast: Shop CK Merch Support the Pod Follow @strengthinthedetails for more information on upcoming guests C...
2022-03-15
23 min
Strength in the Details
E5: Stress Management and Mental Toughness with Dr. Nic Martinez
On this episode, Dr. Nic Martinez discusses the role that stress plays in our daily life and how it affects our training and performance. The management of stress is an important part of preparation and it helps build mental toughness. Nic is a professor of human performance at the University of South Florida and performance coach for professional athletes in a variety of sports including boxing. THE GRITTY DETAILS Establish ample recovery and time for stress reduction in training through techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation and breathwork. Discipline is established in training and daily life...
2022-03-08
39 min
Strength in the Details
E4: Leveraging Technology for Coaching and Training with Brittany Baldwin
On this episode, Brittany Baldwin chats us about the benefits of technology and social media in for the coaching business and for sport and fitness consumers. Brittany is the Assistant Director of Fitness at Florida International University in Miami, Florida. In her role, she manages fitness and wellness programs and trains Coaches looking to make an impact on the field. Brittany offers insight on the role social media plays on the fitness industry, tips for consumers who are seeking out qualified professionals, and coaches who are looking to increase their reach. The Gritty Details:
2022-03-01
50 min
Strength in the Details
E3: Coaching Discipline and Leadership with Coach Randy
In this episode, Coach Randy Hadley of RHFitPro gives us the gritty details on coaching leadership and discipline in sport. Randy is the owner of RHFITPRO Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. Randy transcends basic exercise and sport programming and builds athletes that will succeed in the weightroom, on the field of play, and in life. Learn the four principles that guides the training of youth and elite athletes alike. THE GRITTY DETAILS Question your own discipline and ask yourself if you are really as committed as you say you are. Find a way to have a...
2022-02-22
39 min
Strength in the Details
E2: New Year. Same Goals? with Dr. A'Naja Newsome
Make this the year that you actually reach the goals that you set for yourself. Goal setting is a great strategy to change a behavior or improve performance. But let's be honest, we need to do more than just randomly write out a vision for our exercise routine or sport performance. Action planning involves steps to actually evaluate and reevaluate the goals that we established. In this solo episode, A'Naja gives some insight on why you might be missing the mark or totally falling off the wagon with our health and fitness goals. Let's get on track...
2022-02-22
29 min
Strength in the Details
E1: Recovery for Improved Performance with Mark Roberts
On this episode of the Strength in the Details podcast, Dr. A'Naja Newsome chats with Mark Roberts. Mark is the owner of Rise Athletics in Winter Garden Florida. Rest and recovery are often overlooked details in the strength and conditioning field. Tune in to learn about how Mark promotes rest and recovery as an essential part of athlete development. Mark emphasizes mindset during training and aims to develop the whole person. Mark believes in science based coaching and is also a consultant for Therabody University. THE GRITTY DETAILS (from the episode) Learn to love the process...
2022-02-15
55 min
Strength in the Details
Preview Episode: The Gritty Details
In this preview episode, get to know your host - Dr. A'Naja Newsome. A'Naja provides insight on what you can expect in this first season of Strength in the Details. Subscribe to the podcast and provide a review of this preview episode. In your review, let us know what you want to hear about in future episodes. Support this podcast: www.coachingkilos.com/thedetails Connect on Instagram: @strengthinthedetails @dr.anajamaria @coachingkilos --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strengthinthedetails/support
2022-02-08
15 min
Bulls in the Cloud
Love Yo'Self: Embracing Your Body and a Healthy Lifestyle
Often times, we find ourselves comparing our bodies to others, trying new diets, and constantly analyzing our appearance in the mirror. I know I have been guilty of it! With spring break right around the corner, what better way to talk about embracing your body through a discussion around body positivity?! Join us as we talk about body positivity, the effects media plays in body image, and how body positivity can impact your overall wellness. We will also discuss how to create a healthy lifestyle by talking about our relationship with food and learn more about...
2021-04-05
24 min
Success In Black And White ® - The Podcast
91: Exercise Should Be A Celebration (with A'Naja Newsome)
Tune in to this week's podcast episode with special guest, A'Naja Newsome- owner of A.M. Health & Fitness Consulting, LLC. We talk about her research exploring the barriers to exercise in marginalized populations and why she's come to understand exercise as celebration rather than punishment. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter; you'll get our latest podcast episode, our newest blog article, and discover everything we've been reading, listening to, and watching that week! Find out more about us at successinblackandwhite.com
2020-08-17
57 min