Discussing the art and science of optimal health, fitness and performance
Dr. Don Wood is the founder of the Inspired Performance Institute in Orlando, FL. Dr. Wood has spent years researching how trauma affects our minds, lives and performance and from that work he developed a patented solution that has helped thousands heal from the limiting effects of trauma and perform […]
Don Saladino is a coach & fitness expert known for his work with celebrities & athletes. He opened his first NYC Gym in 2005 and after operating gyms for 15 years, he expanded to a global online fitness business. He has developed a reputation for training some of the biggest […]
Building a Legendary Career in Fitness & Performance Guest: Joe Defranco Bio: Joe DeFranco is a world-renowned strength & conditioning coach and the owner of DeFranco’s Gym. Joe’s training techniques have been featured in and on ESPN, Spike TV, NFL Network, WWE Network, Men’s Health Magazine, Men’s Fitness Magazine and […]
Nick Winkelman is the head of athletic performance & science for the Irish Rugby Football Union. His primary role is to oversee the delivery and development of strength & conditioning and sports science across all national (Men and Women) and provincial teams (Leinster, Munster, Connacht, and Ulster). Before working for Irish Rugby, Nick was the […]
Gwen Lawrence has been named Best of Westchester, and featured in ESPN Magazine as “The Best Innovation In Sports Medicine” and to date has personally trained over 3,000 MLB, NFL, NHL, MLS, LPGA and NBA. Gwen’s unique combination of dance, massage therapy, and yoga training experience, coupled with her extensive […]
Jon Torine spent 17 years as a Strength Coach in the NFL starting with the Buffalo Bills and then 3 years later became the youngest head Strength & Conditioning Coach in the NFL when he was hired by the Indianapolis Colts, where he spent 14 years culminating with a […]
Alex Pleasic is the Athletic Performance Director for Varsity House Gym. She attended the University of Rhode Island where she completed her degree in Kinesiology and Health studies, as well as played 5 years of collegiate softball. Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpleasic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pleasic-b45a12286/ Business of Strength Event: https://us.businessofstrength.com/attend
Mike Lyon is the Co- Founder of Pedestal Footwear. Pedestal Footwear is a company that specializes in ultra-durable, barefoot- style training footwear designed to enhance natural movement. Their products are made in the USA and have been featured in outlets like Men’s Health and MSNBC and are used by athletes […]
In this jam packed episode, Eric and Mike discuss the topic of “periodization” in training and how it’s principles can be used (or not) with modern day athletes: •Defining “Periodization”, Popular models and Phases •Challenges in real life •Adjusting for Adaptability and Resiliency •Time allotment for skill acquisition •Maintenance and […]
In this episode we discuss the considerations that trainers and coaches need to make in order to build high level training sessions, including: Pre-Session Planning -The restaurant with no menu or recipes -Logistics / Format / Layout / Equipment -Timing and Duration -Forecasting and Backcasting -Don’t be obligated to the […]