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Athlete HackersAssistant College S&C NSCA Coach of the Year Ryan MetzgerRyan Metzger is the Assistant Director of Olympic Sports Performance at the University of Tennessee and the 2022 NSCA Assistant College S&C NSCA Coach of the Year. Mark and Chris talk to Ryan about college sports, youth sports, and gymnastics!Coach Metzger on Instagram: @coach_metz2022-04-241h 01
Athlete HackersOlympics, MMA, and Strength Industry w/ Bo Sandoval: Episode #48Bo Sandoval is the Assistant Athletics Director, Sports Performance at Texas A&M and former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the UFC Performance Institute. Bo comes with diverse knowledge and shares insights on Olympic sports, MMA, and the Strength Industry.Instagram: @bo.sandoval Twitter: @olystrength2022-03-121h 01
Athlete HackersNSCA Coach of the Year Liane Blyn: Episode #47Liane Blyn is NSCA 2022 College Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year! She joins Mark and Chris on the show for the second time to talk about a variety of topics. Don't miss this one!Instagram: @lianeblyn2022-02-2054 min
Athlete HackersHow You Do Anything is How You Do Everything w/ Lew Caralla: Episode #46Mark and Chris speak to Lew Caralla, Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach at Georgia Tech.Follow Coach Caralla:IG: @lewcaralla2022-02-0545 min
Athlete HackersCan a Prepubescent Athlete Get Faster/Stronger? Episode #45Mark and Chris explore this interesting question.2022-02-0535 min
Athlete HackersWhere Are You Right Now? w/ Dr. Pat Ivey: Episode #44Dr. Pay Ivey is the Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Health and Performance at the University of Louisville and joins today's podcast to talk about the college athletics, the Strength & Conditioning industry, and important frameworks for athletes and coaches. https://www.pativey.com Instagram @drcoach_pativey2021-12-1144 min
Athlete HackersThe Profession Needs Change w/ Terrence Kennell & Ray Eady: Episode #432 S&C Coaches for 1...UMASS Sports Performance Coach MBB Terrence Kennell and William & Mary Director of Basketball Performance Ray Eady join the podcast for detailed look at the collegiate Strength & Conditioning profession. Coach TK Instagram = @tkennellphysprep Coach Ray Instagram = @eadyray2021-11-071h 08
Athlete Hackers(Power)Lifting Up the Community w/ Brandon Lilly: Episode #42Two time world Powerlifting champion Brandon Lilly joins the podcast on this latest episode.Mark and Chris talk to Brandon about:- His transition from Elite Athlete to a regular lifestyle, the ups and downs of it, and how he's helping other "high flyers" make a smoother transition- Men supporting other men- Transitioning from Powerlifting to JujitsuAnd much more!Follow Brandon:@brandonlilly3@peaceloveandmeat2021-10-181h 31
Athlete HackersThe State of Collegiate Strength & Conditioning w/ Liane Blyn: Episode #41Liane Bly, Director, Sports Performance & Olympic Sports for Arizona State University joins Mark and Chris on this no non-sense episode of the Athlete Hackers!Instagram: @lianeblyn2021-10-0452 min
Athlete HackersThe Intent is to Balance the Bar and Grow w/ Jesse Wright: Episode #40Jesse Wright is the former Director, Performance Science with the Philadelphia 76ers - now an Amazon Best-Selling Author and High Performance Consultant. Mark and Chris chat with Jesse and discuss a wide range of topics incuding:- Jesse's book The Intent is to Grow- Balance the Bar Summit- Soft Skills that compliment the skills of Coaches and Athletes- Dennis Rodman- NBA Player Strength- Youth Athletes going through growth spurts- Nutrition & Hydration affects on PerformanceInstagram: @jessekwright2021-09-2457 min
Athlete HackersStalking Strength w/ Bert Sorin: Episode #39Bert Sorin is the president of Sorinex Exercise Equipment, bow hunter, former Highland Games competitor, and former collegiate hammer thrower. Mark and Chris talk to Bert about:- What the future holds for the Strength and Conditioning world- Sorinex Summer Strong- How training enhances hunting performance- How hunting may enhance athletic performance- MysogiCheck out Bert on:Instagram: @bertsorin Twitter: @BertSorinwww.sorinex.comwww.bertsorin.com2021-09-171h 06
Athlete HackersEveryone Needs to Learn to be a Leader w/ Matt Booth: Episode #38Matt Booth is the Strength and Conditioning Coach at Canterbury School in Fort Meyers, FL. Matt brings over 21 years experience to the podcast and talks to Mark and Chris about:* Getting high school age students to "buy into" the Strength and Conditioning process* Teaching kids unconditional faith in themselves* Making the next generation better through Leadership programs* What 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students (and their parents) can do to prepare for high school athleticsCheck out Coach Booth on:Instagram: @coachmattboothTwitter: @coachmattbooth2021-09-1257 min
Athlete HackersA National Championship is What's Expected w/ Molly Binetti: Episode #37Molly Binetti is the South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball Sports Performance Coach. In this episode, Molly gives Mark and Chris insight to:* The transition of a collegiate player into a professional and/or olympian* The typical yearly Strength & Conditioning routine of a player on one of the most competitive women's programs in the country* The transition of a collegiate player into a professional and/or Olympian* Coaching with Dawn Staley* Advice for high school and middle school athletes to prepare themselves for college* Final Four Fridays2021-08-281h 01
Athlete HackersInvincible: Episode #36Mark and Chris discuss mental strength in sports and life, playing 1 on 1 with their sons, and Simone Biles.2021-08-2047 min
Athlete Hackers3 Big Men Talking About Their Feelings w/ Owen Salvestrini: Episode #35Get ready for 720+ lbs of man talking about their trials, tribulations, and feelings. All kidding aside, mental health continues to be an important topic surrounding athletes...Owen Salvestrini of the Mental Strength Project joins Mark and Chris to talk mental health, working through medical issues, meditation, and taking cold showers.Find Owen on IG: @mentalstrengthproject2021-07-311h 01
Athlete HackersElite Level Athletes Have Elite Level Problems w/ Coach Justin Kavanaugh: Episode #34Justin Kavanaugh is an elite-level strength and speed coach, working with professional athletes, NFL hopefuls, and is on his 5th Olympic cycle. He is the CEO of The Sport and Speed Institute in Chantilly, VA, and author of the best-selling book "Man Up: he 5 Areas of Focus to Guarantee Your Athletic Success".Coach Kav gives us his story on becoming a Strength Coach, tells us what it's like day to day training the top athletes in the world, and gives us his thoughts on how the other 99% can reach an elite level - because he's seen it...2021-07-091h 09
Athlete HackersHe's the Strength Coach, I'm the Parent: Episode #33Mark and Chris take a deep dive into the previous podcast and extrapolate the wisdom from past guests and begin to form a consensus on what athletes should be doing to better their performance. The cast starts with a quick look at Blazepods and their potential for enhancing athletic success.2021-07-0242 min
Athlete HackersMeditation & Sports Psychology w/ Dr. Brett Denkin: Episode #32Mark and Chris talk to Dr. Brett Denkin, licensed psychologist, sports psychologist, and life coach.Topics include: Meditation for better performance, Sports Psychology, and the Psychology of Injury.Check out Dr. Brett:Sports Psychology Podcast: https://drbrettsjourney.com/Website: https://www.drbrettdenkin.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/drbrettdenkinPhone: (203) 247-28082021-06-251h 01
Athlete HackersNational Champion Strength w/ Charlie Melton: Episode #31Charlie Melton is the Director of Athletics Performance - Men's Basketball at Baylor University. Mark and Chris have the honor of hosting the man behind the strength of the 2021 NCAA Men's Basketball National Champions!Get your note taking utensils ready - Charlie recaps the "win your last game" season, the state of collegiate Strength and Conditioning, the techniques and philosophy that made the Bears so diesel, and what upcoming college hopefuls should be doing to prepare their bodies for high level basketball.Email Coach Melton: charlie_melton@baylor.edu2021-06-181h 03
Athlete HackersExcellent Advice for Young Strength Coaches, Up and Coming Athletes and their Parents w/ Ashleigh Beaver: Episode #30Ashleigh Beaver, Associate Strength and Conditioning Coach for Women's Basketball at the University of Alabama joins the podcast for Episode #30.Ashleigh gives a summary of her journey in the Strength & Conditioning field providing advice and experience for young coaches that helped land her in her current position. She also gives sage suggestions to parents raising hopeful college athletes.Contact Ashleigh:Instagram: @ashleighb6email : abeaver@ia.ya.edu2021-06-111h 05
Athlete HackersThe Role of a College Athletic Director w/ Patrick Murphy: Episode #29Pat Murphy is the Executive Director of Athletics and Recreation at Marywood University. Mark and Chris talk to Pat about the role an Athletic Director plays within a University. Other topics include the hierarchy/role of Strength Coaches, AD involvement in recruiting, and college players potentially receiving compensation from university licensing and endorsement deals.Contact Pat via email: prmurphy@marywood.edu2021-06-0459 min
Athlete HackersThe End of College Sports??? w/ Charles Stephenson: Episode #28Coach Charles Stephenson is the former Director of Men's Basketball Sports Performance at the University of Utah, and heads the annual High Performance Basketball Symposium. Mark and Chris talk with Coach Stephenson about the prospects of college players receiving compensation/sponsorship and how it may change the fabric of college sport all together.Other topics include basketball specific strength, fitness as a lifetime endeavor, and utilizing Yoga as a way for athletes to connect to their body rather than just increasing mobility.Check out Coach Stephenson and the High Performance Basketball Symposium here:T...2021-05-281h 05
Athlete HackersCollege Athletics Need Reform: Episode #27Mark goes off...college athletics in the crosshairs!2021-05-2125 min
Athlete HackersCancer, Covid-19, California: Episode #26Meditation and inner work is an important part of athletic evolution. Mark starts off this cast with another wake up call for the Strength & Conditioning industry. Chris talks about a personal experience that caused Athlete Hackers to take a 9 month hiatus. 2021-05-171h 03
Athlete HackersBaylor Wins, NCAA Fails: Episode #25Baylor wins the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship, around the same time the NCAA failed to accommodate the women of the NCAA tournament with a proper workout area. Mark and Chris discuss these topics and more on this episode of Athlete Hackers!2021-05-0737 min
Athlete HackersThe Importance of a Routine on Performance: Episode #24Mark and Chris discuss how important a routine is both on a micro basis (like a free throw routine) or a macro basis (like planning a year worth of training to break the world deadlift record.2021-05-0326 min
Athlete HackersBalance, The Future of Performance - with Brijesh Patel: Episode #23Mark and Chris talk to Brijesh Patel, Strength & Conditioning Head Coach at Quinnipiac University. Topics include the come back from COVID-19, Quadrant Training, Reflexive Performance Rest (RPR), breathing techniques, Western vs. Eastern philosophies, and the future of Strength & Conditioning in athletics. Check out Coach Patel:https://www.coachbpatel.com/2020-07-3154 min
Athlete HackersBasketball Free for All: Episode #22We had no particular place to go on this one, ended up with a heavy dose of basketball. Highlights include discussions about The Last Dance, and how important Strength & Conditioning was to the Bulls success, and time allotment difference granted by the NCAA for preseason and in-season practice/conditioning.2020-07-2431 min
Athlete HackersSquat and Squat Form in 8 - 11 Year Olds: Episode #21To squat or not to squat? Should children of this age be squatting? Should they use weight? What type of squat should they do? What are the benefits? Mark and Chris discuss in this episode of Athlete Hackers!2020-07-1716 min
Athlete HackersThe Art of Being a Dynamic Strength Coach - with Jay DeMayo: Episode #20Mark and Chris speak with Jay DeMayo, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Men’s Basketball for the University of Richmond Spiders and Curator of CVASPS (Central Virginia Strength Performance Symposium).Jay discusses the current state of NCAA Sports and Richmond Basketball in the wake of COVID-19 and discusses the importance of being a dynamic Strength Coach, and meeting players where they are, not just post pandemic but as an industry practice.Reach out or follow Jay:Instagram: @CVASPSTwitter: @CVASPS 2020-07-111h 19
Athlete HackersFascia Training & Leave This World Giving More than You Take - with Bill Parisi: Episode #19Mark and Chris chat with Bill Parisi of the Parisi Speed School. Bill takes us through his journey as an athlete and how it helped to form his Success Patterns which propelled him to create and manage the most successful Youth Athletic Performance franchise in the country.Along with what an athlete will experience at a Parisi Speed School, Bill takes us through his new obsession, Fascia Training. Arguably the future of performance based training, his excitement and knowledge on the subject are unparalleled.We wrap up this podcast with Bill's philosophies on business and li...2020-07-031h 10
Athlete HackersHockey Strength Training & Work Ethic! with Jeremy Tormala: Episode #18Mark and Chris talk with Jeremy Tormala current Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the United States Hockey League. Topics include the different strength training that hockey athletes require, strength training in the military, and the importance of work ethic in athletes.Don't miss Coach Spellman go on an epic rant about the state of the Strength & Conditioning profession!Coach Tormala can be reached on:Instagram: @coachjeremytormalaEmail: jeremy.tormala@alumni.nmu.edu2020-06-2655 min
Athlete HackersStrengthen the Neck to Reduce the Chance of Concussion - with Mark Asanovich: Episode #17Mark Asanovich served in the NFL as a Strength Coach for 15 years, completing tour of duties with the Minnesota Vikings, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Baltimore Ravens, Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Hartford Colonials of the UFL. Mark and Chris talk with Coach Asanovich about the critical importance of training the neck and shoulder girdle to reduce or prevent concussions, and traumatic head/spine injuries. Coach Asanovich discusses his 5 P's of strength training (Prudent, Productive, Practical, Purposeful, Politically Correct) and also reveals how a professional strength coach trains his own kids!Follow or contact Coach Asanovich: http...2020-06-1656 min
Athlete HackersThe Menstrual Cycle: Optimizing Women's Strength Training - with Sam Moore: Episode #16Get ready for some elite, cutting edge Athlete Hacking! Mark and Chris talk with Sam Moore, Applied Sport Scientist/Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at NC State. Sam is currently implementing training programs for women's soccer and volleyball while applying menstrual cycle based periodization and athlete management strategies for female athletes.Her research has lead her to apply intense strength training, nutrition, and rest at certain times in the cycle that optimize performance dictated by hormone fluctuations of the female athlete.Get in touch with Coach Moore: https://www.mooresportscience.com/ Instagram & Twitter @SamMooreStrong Email: srmoore8@ncstate...2020-06-121h 15
Athlete HackersBody Composition Considerations & Strength Technology with MT Eisner: Episode #15Mark and Chris talk with MT Eisner, Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of Colorado. MT currently oversees Women's Lacrosse, Men's/Women's Cross Country, and Men's/Women's Ski teams. Topics cover her unique journey though the college strength world, body composition considerations, and many, many gadgets and software programs currently being used with her CU athletes.Follow MT:Instagram: @mteisnerTwitter: @mteisner12020-06-091h 24
Athlete HackersThe Relationship Between Strength & Conditioning and Sports Medicine: Episode #14Mark and Chris talk to Chris Hagemann, Assistant Athletic Trainer at Providence College. This episode is full of great information for parents and college bound athletes to get a sense how these 2 distinct departments play a synergistic role in an athletes life.2020-06-051h 33
Athlete HackersYoga! Connect to Yourself! With Jeannie Stevens Labate: Episode #13Mark and Chris talk Yoga with Jeannie Stevens Labate, topics include: how Jeannie used yoga to overcome injuries, stories of the Fairfield University Men's Basketball team and Woman's soccer using yoga, and the importance yoga can play in healing injuries and optimizing performance in athletes.Website: www.jeanniesyoga.comEmail: jeannie@jeanniesyoga.com2020-06-021h 05
Athlete HackersCompetition and Adversity Forges Athletes into Iron - with Sean Crawford: Episode #12Sean Crawford is a former Fairfield University Men's Basketball player, who played pro in Turkey, is currently running the Community Relations Department with the New York Knicks, and is an ambassador for the Jumpman 23 brand through his activities as a basketball skill development trainer.Sean takes Mark and Chris through his career, plagued by tragedy and adversity, a story which ultimately resulted in a well adjusted and highly successful person. Sean shares stories of fierce battle, competition, and accountability among the players on his college team which propelled 5 players from a small MAAC school to professional careers.2020-05-2959 min
Athlete HackersWhat a Coach Looks For (beyond talent) - with Pat Hall: Episode #11Mark and Chris talk with Pat Hall, Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for Central Connecticut State University Men's Baseball Program. Pat also serves as the Director of the CT Blue Jays AAU Organization. Topics include: What are players doing now as they wait for the season to open, Best ways to ease players back as to avoid injury, # of pitches/amount of rest per age group for pitchers, Strength & Conditioning workload for in-season pitchers, State of AAU for this summer, What coaches and recruiters look for in players beyond talentGet in touch with Coach Ha...2020-05-2645 min
Athlete HackersRecovery, Nutrition, and Hydration - Effects on Performance: Episode #10Mark and Chris talk about the incredible importance sleep, diet, and water intake have on the performance of athletes.2020-05-2234 min
Athlete HackersBELIEVE IN YOURSELF! With Nikki "Guti" Stanton - Episode #9Mark and Chris talk to Nikki "Guti" Stanton, professional women's soccer player currently playing for Klepp IL in Norway. Topics range from redshirting her freshman year at Fairfield University due to ACL injury, her professional career with Sky Blue, Perth, and the Chicago Red Stars, Strength & Conditioning in Norway vs. the United States, and the meaning behind "Guti".Her story changes the perception of going pro from flashing lights and sneaker deals to guts, determination, and persistence!Follow Nikki on Instagram: @nikkiguti72020-05-1957 min
Athlete HackersWhen you want to Succeed as Bad as you Want to Breathe - With Derek Needham Part 2: Episode #8Derek Needham joins us for part 2 and talks about his Junior and Senior year at Fairfield U, the professional recruitment process, what it takes to succeed in sports and life, and his plans for the future.Derek Needham is the current starting Point Guard for Mornar Bar in the Montenegro Professional Basketball League. Follow Derek on Instagram: @dneedham2020-05-1546 min
Athlete HackersThe College Recruiting Process - With Derek Needham Part 1: Episode #7Derek Needham is the current starting Point Guard for Mornar Bar in the Montenegro Professional Basketball League. The former Fairfield University standout gives sound advice for upcoming athletes competing on AAU teams and going through the college recruiting process. He also gives an update on the status of the Montenegro season in the midst of Covid-19 and discusses his current and previous training regiments.Follow Derek on Instagram: @dneedham2020-05-1229 min
Athlete HackersMental Health: Episode #6Mark and Chris discuss mental health, its effects on performance, and suggest ways to keep your spirits up.Check out Mark's former athlete, Owen Salvestrini on the Lion's Breath Movement:https://open.spotify.com/show/3Uy3OAyN7kGvGoW827dmFh2020-05-0935 min
Athlete HackersFootwork! Episode #5Mark and Chris discuss the importance of footwork in sports.2020-05-0535 min
Athlete HackersThe History of Strength and Conditioning: Episode #4Mark and Chris discuss the origins of the Strength and Conditioning profession and the people and methods that shaped it.2020-04-2823 min
Athlete HackersThe Importance of Cross Training and Multiple Sport Participation: Episode #3Mark Spellman and Chris Schrade discuss how playing different sports is arguably the greatest catalyst for better performance in youth athletics.Off Grid Racks mentioned by Mark at beginning of episode available here: https://www.sorinex.com/products/off-grid-rackShout out to Dr. Josh Lander @ 7:00 https://www.facebook.com/LanderSHS/2020-04-2128 minAthlete HackersThe Advantage of Training During the Coronavirus: Episode #2Mark Spellman and Chris Schrade discuss the unseen advantages athletes have to improve themselves in this perilous time.2020-04-1422 minAthlete HackersIntroduction to the Athlete Hacker Podcast: Episode #1Two Fathers, one a Collegiate Strength & Conditioning coach and the other a martial arts trainer, bring information and guests and provide open source mental software to make youth athletes better players, better students, and better people.2020-04-0627 min
How it EndsS2 E5: SchradeA trip to New Jersey to confront Officer Schrade goes wrong in the worst way.Note to sensitive listeners: Our general CWs are listed in our show description. Episode-specific CWs can be found at the end of the show notes and contain spoilers. We recommend you review them before listening.Written, Directed, and Produced by Stephanie Resendes & Micah RodriguezD&D campaign written by Lesley KinzelStarring Micah Rodriguez as Micah, Stephanie Resendes as Elia, Alozie Nwosu as Devon, Tori Thomson as Aimee, and Shey Rivera as Ava2019-12-0526 min
How it EndsS2 E3: Lost TimeMicah, Devon, and Aimee’s day at the sculpture park is interrupted by a startling message. Note to sensitive listeners: Our general CWs are listed in our show description. Episode-specific CWs can be found at the end of the show notes and contain spoilers. We recommend you review them before listening.Written, Directed, and Produced by Stephanie Resendes & Micah RodriguezStarring Micah Rodriguez as Micah, Alozie Nwosu as Devon, Tori Thompson as Aimee, Brian Medeiros as Luke, & Matt Belair as Mark SchradeSound Engineering & Editing by Chris Anderson...2019-10-3121 min
How it EndsS1 E9: Do you see?Sometimes the answers to your questions are right in front of you.Note to sensitive listeners: Our general CWs are listed in our show description. Episode-specific CWs can be found at the end of the show notes and contain spoilers. We recommend you review them before listening.Written, Directed, and Produced by Stephanie Resendes & Micah RodriguezStarring Micah Rodriguez as Micah & Matt Belair as Mark SchradeSound Engineering & Editing by Chris AndersonMusic by Joshua Van NessEpisode transcripts by Evelyn Archer...2019-03-2126 min