Move the Needle: The Human Performance Podcast

Mike Sullivan and Hunter Eisenhower
  • 5.0 (24)
  • HEALTH & FITNESS
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Move the Needle explores all areas of performance & coaching. Our goal - understand how to most effectively create positive change in athletic performance. Coaches & Professionals from around the industry are interviewed on their take on performance in every setting. Hosted by Mike Sullivan & Hunter Eisenhower, Move the Needle strives to provide a platform of education, curiosity, and actionable information for coaches and athletes.

  1. 3D AGO

    Bobby Whyte: Navigating the 'Crazy'

    Bobby Whyte - Owner/Head Trainer at HyPower Performance - joins us for the 138th episode of MTN. On this episode of the show, Bobby gives us a rundown of just a few of the many chapters in his playing and coaching journey, we talk through the evolution as a strength coach, skills coach, and blending the two, and he talks to us about the increasing need to protect what is becoming more and more valuable to him - time. Check out Bobby's app - "Good-Drills" at: https://www.good-drills.com/ and his companies website: https://www.hypowerperformance.com/ If you aren't already, follow Bobby on social media @bobbywhyte and check out everything he is putting out Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episode A huge Thank You to our sponsor, Hawkin Dynamics: Hawkin is the world leader in force measuring, and continues to put forth the tools for high-performance practitioners to be exactly that, high performers. If you haven't yet checked out Hawkins - head over to their website at: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ and check out everything they have to offer Make sure to check out our sponsor, Samson Equipment: Samson is a leader in manufacturing elite weight room equipment (and have been for nearly 50 years). Founded by Dave and Linda Schroeder, Samson is weight room equipment made by coaches for coaches. Check them out at samsonequipment.com for more information Shoutout to our sponsor, 1080 Motion. The 1080 Sprint is the single best piece of training equipment in the world & has continually changed the game for training speed, strength, and power. Go to 1080motion.com to learn more.

    1h 7m

  2. FEB 11

    Phoenix Mercury Roundtable: Navigating the W

    Hannah Wengertsman - Director of Health and Performance - and Garrett Kendall - Team Physical Therapist - join us for the 137th episode of MTN. On this episode of the podcast, we delve into each of their roles within the organization, navigating the care across the W, and the disparity that is still seen in an ever growing league. Follow Hannah on IG @hannahwengertsman and Find Garrett @drgkendall Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episode A huge Thank You to our sponsor, Hawkin Dynamics: Hawkin is the world leader in force measuring, and continues to put forth the tools for high-performance practitioners to be exactly that, high performers. If you haven't yet checked out Hawkins - head over to their website at: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ and check out everything they have to offer Make sure to check out our sponsor, Samson Equipment: Samson is a leader in manufacturing elite weight room equipment (and have been for nearly 50 years). Founded by Dave and Linda Schroeder, Samson is weight room equipment made by coaches for coaches. Check them out at samsonequipment.com for more information Shoutout to our sponsor, 1080 Motion. The 1080 Sprint is the single best piece of training equipment in the world & has continually changed the game for training speed, strength, and power. Go to 1080motion.com to learn more.

    58 min
  3. Matt Frakes: Managing Nutrition in Elite Sport

    FEB 4

    Matt Frakes: Managing Nutrition in Elite Sport

    Matt Frakes - Performance Nutrition Director for the New York Giants - joins us for the 136th episode of MTN. On today's episode of the show, Matt contrasts working in the SEC compared to the NFL, some of his strategies around inflammation management, and he talks through some of his more 'general' recommendations for athletes at all levels. Matt is a wealth of knowledge and experience in this space and we were grateful to get to dive in with him a bit today. Go give Matt a follow on social media @superiorfrakes Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episode Shoutout to the best partner in the game: 1080 Motion. The 1080 Sprint and the 1080 Quantum are the two best training tools in the world and they happen to come from the exact same company. Check them out at: 1080motion.com

    54 min
  4. Ryan Phillis: In's & Out's with BYU Football

    JAN 28

    Ryan Phillis: In's & Out's with BYU Football

    Ryan Phillis - Director of Football S&C at BYU - joins us for the 135th episode of MTN. On today's episode of the podcast, we dive into profiling and bucketing a Big12 team on the 1080 Sprint, using heavy resistance & assistance, complimenting training with DSI in the weight room, and understanding the role of 'individualization' in the in-season period. Ryan is an open book when it comes to training, programming, coaching, and everything in between and we were grateful to have him join us for this one Follow Ryan on IG @phillis25 Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episode Big shoutout to the best partner and training product on the planet: 1080 Motion. The 1080 Sprint and Quantum are truly the two best pieces of training equipment in the world. The incredible number of use ability makes 1080 truly a game-changer. Check them out at 1080motion.com

    58 min
  5. Dr. Sophia Nimphius: Stress is NOT Created Equal

    JAN 21

    Dr. Sophia Nimphius: Stress is NOT Created Equal

    Dr. Sophia Nimphius - Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sport) and Professor of Human Performance at Edith Cowan University - joins us for the 134th episode of MTN. On today's episode of the pod, we talk through some of Doc Soph's research on change of direction and some of the conclusions that she has come to over the last few decades, we talk through the different meanings of 'stress', and understanding what risk practitioners should be willing to take on when it comes to return from injury. Find what Doc Soph has going on through her website: https://www.docsoph.com/ and find her on social media @docsoph Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episode Big shoutout to the best sponsor and partner in the game: 1080 Motion. 1080 is home to the two best training devices in the world, the 1080 Sprint and the 1080 Quantum. 1080 has given practitioners the tools to train their athletes in every facet, for every sport, in any environment. Check them out at 1080motion.com

    1h 8m
  6. Luke Storey: Refining Basketball Assessment

    JAN 14

    Luke Storey: Refining Basketball Assessment

    Luke Storey - Senior Associate Athletic Director for Health, Wellness, and Performance at the University of California, Santa Barbara joins us for the 133rd episode of the podcast. On this episode, we talk about his time at P3, the relationship that P3 still holds with MBB at UCSB, assessments, correlations, and much much more. Follow Luke on X @lukerstorey Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episode Shoutout to the single best partner in the game: 1080 Motion. The 1080 Sprint and the 1080 Syncro are the two best training tools in the world. Hands Down

    59 min
  7. John Garrish: Developing South Florida

    JAN 7

    John Garrish: Developing South Florida

    John Garrish - Founder/Director, South Florida Prep & Director of S&C, North Broward Prep - joins us for the 132nd episode of MTN. On this episode, we dive into the many hats that John wears around the South Florida Community. From his time as the founder of his own school, being the director of performance & track coach at North Broward, and making sure to serve the community each week through the South Florida Speed School, John does it all. Follow John on IG @coach_garrish Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episode Shoutout the best partner in the game: 1080 Motion

    1h 8m
  8. Pat Lewis: Intersection of Nutrition & Performance

    12/31/2025

    Pat Lewis: Intersection of Nutrition & Performance

    Pat Lewis - Director of Basketball Performance at UNC-Charlotte - joins us for the 131st episode of MTN. On this episode of the show, we really get into the weeds of Pat's nutrition framework for his team. This is a topic that we've only addressed a couple of times on the show so getting to dive in was unique and incredibly interesting. We also get into conversation around training, tech, and Pat's experiences at Jacksonville and Florida. This one was packed full of info and we were super impressed with everything that Pat handles Follow and reach out to Pat on IG @coachpatlewis Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episode Have a great New Year and thanks again to the best four partners in the game: Lumin Sports, Hawkin Dynamics, 1080 Motion, and Samson Equipment

    1h 5m
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Move the Needle explores all areas of performance & coaching. Our goal - understand how to most effectively create positive change in athletic performance. Coaches & Professionals from around the industry are interviewed on their take on performance in every setting. Hosted by Mike Sullivan & Hunter Eisenhower, Move the Needle strives to provide a platform of education, curiosity, and actionable information for coaches and athletes.

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