Behind the Podium: Unveiling the Coach

Jared Cohen & Alexandra Ellis
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Behind the Podium: Unveiling the Coach

The key to life is being able to personally apply the advice you give to others. In this show, Jared Cohen, Alexandra Ellis, and guests discuss the struggles, philosophies, and evolving practices of coaching—being a coach, having a coach, and or any avenue of providing value for another individual that advances his or her life. Using the three EX’s as our guide: Experience, Experimentation, Example. Experience - What do you bring to the table both professionally and personally when interacting with clients or creating content for clients? Experimentation - how willing are you as a coach to embrace what you know, what you don’t know, and what you don’t know you don’t know? Example - how well do you personally and professionally uphold your own standard of excellence? Are you practicing what you preach? While we hope to answer some questions - the key to learning and growth is continuing to ask better questions! Keep tuning in in order to get answers to your current questions, spark new questions, and continue to refine your coaching and leading skills. The best coaches cannot do it alone. This podcast hopes to cast a larger net over those coaches interested in the nuances of putting theory to practice. For references of everything mentioned in this episode, head over to www.behindthepodiumpodcast.com.

  1. Ep 67: Austyn Layne Nealer and Healthy Skepticism

    03/03/2019

    Ep 67: Austyn Layne Nealer and Healthy Skepticism

    Today we are going behind the podium in person at Oak Park Los Angeles, home of CrossFit LA, with Austyn Layne Nealer, who is a coach, master’s graduate of Cal State Fullerton, certified Athletic Trainer, cockroach hater, runner, yogi, CrossFitter, blueberries enthusiast, beachgoer, coffee zealot, reggae fan, lavender-flavored kombucha drinker, runner, sister, healthy skeptic, rope climber, and, last but not least, a student of mine at Oak Park. Specifically, this guest of ours is one of the Athletic Trainers at UCLA for Rowing and Women’s Tennis. She has previously worked with USA Soccer’s National Team Development program. Her specialties include ACL screening/prevention research, post-activation potentiation, and assisted sprinting research. We cover: How to serve your clients from a physical and mental standpoint Why letting go of perfection can help you move closer towards your bigger purpose Why letting your clients take ownership of their healing can help you help them How to help clients when their motivation is waning Why learning to listen can be your greatest asset Why it’s important to be strong in your weak points Links: anealer@athletics.ucla.edu This episode is sponsored by Procabulary – learn how the words you say and think can upgrade your life with the Core Language Upgrade. New language can uncover possibilities and opportunities to help you break through old patterns. Use the code “podium” at checkout to save $100. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | RSS | Google Play Listen Now!

    1h 18m
  2. Ep 66: Elizabeth Wipff Being an Influencer vs Being a Leader

    02/10/2019

    Ep 66: Elizabeth Wipff Being an Influencer vs Being a Leader

    Today we are going behind the podium for a second time with Elizabeth Wipff; coach, teacher, mentor, meditator, competitive Olympic Weightlifter, Yoga Tune Up teacher/teacher-trainer, movement-mobility specialist, CrossFitter, dancer, theatre arts graduate, singer, straight-shooter, anti-bullshitter, quote-collector, wife, and life-long searcher. Specifically, this guest of ours has been coaching and teaching nationally since 1999 and has presented trainings and workshops at Kripalu Center for Yoga, YogaWorks studios, and CrossFit boxes throughout the US. Currently, her coaching is specifically focused on empowering fitness professionals to dream big and helping those professionals to tactically go after those dreams. What began as If X Then Why is now THRIVE: Business Building for Yoga and Fitness Professionals. This guest of ours was originally featured on episode 6 of Behind the Podium. 2 years and 60 episodes later, we are thrilled to welcome Elizabeth Wipff back to unpack the latest in her thinking and feelings about the struggles, philosophies, and practices of her coaching endeavors. We cover: How to find your enthusiasm with what you do Why doing what’s easy may be the best choice How to redefine your role as a leader How to be an influencer vs a leader How to ensure your live event or training is a success Why being of service to your clients is the most important thing you do Why all teachers deserve a sustainable wage Links IG @strongandbendy https://elizabethwipff.com/ This episode is sponsored by Procabulary – learn how the words you say and think can upgrade your life with the Core Language Upgrade. New language can uncover possibilities and opportunities to help you break through old patterns. Use the code “podium” at checkout to save $100. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | RSS | Google Play Listen Now!

    57 min
  3. Ep 65: Dr. Jason Von Stietz and the Von Stietz Bump

    01/27/2019

    Ep 65: Dr. Jason Von Stietz and the Von Stietz Bump

    Today we go behind the podium with Jason Von Stietz. He is a coach, Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology, Sports Psychology consultant, neurofeedback technician, sumo wrestler, an avid supporter of house Stark, weightlifter, recipient of the student-athlete of the year award from his high school, husband, and father of three cats—Penny, Cowboy, and Mimi. Specifically, this guest of ours helped bring a sports psychology presence to the Major League Baseball Youth Academy in Compton, Los Angeles Valley College, and Whittier College. He has had the opportunity to act as team consultant to several collegiate teams, consult with coaches on mental health and sport psychology issues, facilitate concussion protocols, and work with individual athletes on mental health and performance issues. In the fall, our guest will begin as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at Whittier College Counseling Center. Additionally, he acts as a Psychological Assistant at CBT center of Southern California. We cover: How to work with clients while still studying How to transition from student to practitioner Navigating imposter syndrome while working with clients How to be an ambassador vs an expert on a topic How to overcome a fear of self-promotion Why teaching beyond just what works for yourself is key Links: IG: @summahthissummahthat Twitter: @nextgen_perform This episode is sponsored by Procabulary – learn how the words you say and think can upgrade your life with the Core Language Upgrade. New language can uncover possibilities and opportunities to help you break through old patterns. Use the code “podium” at checkout to save $100. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | RSS | Google Play Listen Now!

    1h 6m
  4. Ep 64: Brian Mackenzie + Rob Wilson – Methods are Many but Principles are Few

    01/13/2019

    Ep 64: Brian Mackenzie + Rob Wilson – Methods are Many but Principles are Few

    Today we have Rob Wilson. Rob, with his wife, co-owns CrossFit Virginia Beach. He has over 15 years of experience as a manual therapist both as a practitioner and a teacher, a very robust background in martial arts, and is a part of our previous guest, Dr. Kelly Starrett’s, MobilityWod Team. Rob is also the head coach of Power Speed Endurance’s Breath and Tactical programs. Our other guest today is Brian Mackenzie—the Creator of Power Speed Endurance. Power Speed Endurance is a programming, coaching, and educational platform for developing sports performance, fitness, and health. Power Speed Endurance is also the name of Brian’s first published book, he has also co-written Unbreakable Runner, and Unplugged. Brian is a human performance iconoclast and forever dabbler—From CrossFit Endurance to 3Fuel Protein to heat/cold exposure and breath work to what will soon be a state optimizing smartphone app created alongside Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman. We cover: How no single method will solve all problems When to use the right tool at the right time Why awareness of self is the greatest gift How you can only help who is ready to learn Why humility is the key to a successful partnership How to learn from your mistakes Links: IG @_brianmackenzie IG @preparetoperform Power Speed Endurance This episode is sponsored by Procabulary – learn how the words you say and think can upgrade your life with the Core Language Upgrade. New language can uncover possibilities and opportunities to help you break through old patterns. Use the code “podium” at checkout to save $100. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | RSS | Google Play Listen Now!

    1h 16m
  5. Ep 63: Jared Goes to the Art of Breath Seminar

    12/30/2018

    Ep 63: Jared Goes to the Art of Breath Seminar

    This week, Jared and Alex chat about Jared’s recent experience with The Art of Breath seminar. The Art of Breath is a program developed to give participants an experience-based understanding of how breathing can affect both short-term performance and long-term health. Breathing is the new wave of training – you’ll learn about this awesome new course presented by Power Speed Endurance and get a better understanding of how and why you’d utilize this in your own training. We cover: Why breathing and the benefits and how we can use it in training. How the Art of Breath seminar was unique Using breath as a coach vs using it IN your coaching How to use breath purposefully The difference between health, survival, and maladaptation How to use breath as a diagnostic tool Find out more: The Art of Breath Seminar This episode is sponsored by Procabulary – learn how the words you say and think can upgrade your life with the Core Language Upgrade. New language can uncover possibilities and opportunities to help you break through old patterns. Use the code “podium” at checkout to save $100. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | RSS | Google Play Listen Now!

    53 min
  6. Ep 62: Dr. Ryan Smith

    12/17/2018

    Ep 62: Dr. Ryan Smith

    Today we are going behind the podium with Ryan Smith, a coach, doctor of physical therapy, gym owner, soccer player, wrestler, CrossFit coach, alumnus of Ohio State University, former bartender of Figlio Wood-Fired Pizza, a self-proclaimed bookworm, craftsman, vivacious learner, and all around genuine good dude. Specifically, our guest is the Chief Operating Officer, Head Coach/programmer for Recharge HoCo CrossFit. As a physical therapist, he specializes in treating individuals who participate in CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Powerlifting, and other recreational sports activities. Most recently, this guest completed the 10-day craftsmanship workshop at Oak Park Los Angeles where I, personally, had the pleasure of getting to work and go surfing with him. We cover: What you need to know about pain Why being catastrophic about pain isn’t helpful How “you can’t cheat feel” How to help your clients be autonomous with their bodies and movements. Why it’s important to test your body to see what you can do. Why being a coach over physio (or another label) is important Why gradual training is important whether you are an athlete or not. Links: IG: Ryansmith.dpt Recharge HoCo Crossfit IG: @rechargexfit This episode is sponsored by Procabulary – learn how the words you say and think can upgrade your life with the Core Language Upgrade. New language can uncover possibilities and opportunities to help you break through old patterns. Use the code “podium” at checkout to save $100. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | RSS | Google Play Listen Now!

    1h 9m
  7. Ep 61: Be Who You Are

    12/10/2018

    Ep 61: Be Who You Are

    It’s a solo episode this week! Jared and Alex dive into a conversation recapping what they’ve been studying, thinking and doing over the last few months. We cover: How realigning yourself with your intentions can resolve tension Why going back to your why is always important How to cultivate the life you want And some of our favorite books that we’re reading This episode is sponsored by Procabulary – learn how the words you say and think can upgrade your life with the Core Language Upgrade. New language can uncover possibilities and opportunities to help you break through old patterns. Use the code “podium” at checkout to save $100. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | RSS | Google Play Listen Now!

    48 min
  8. Ep 60: Emily Peterson – TimBO, Yin Yoga and Being Present

    08/16/2018

    Ep 60: Emily Peterson – TimBO, Yin Yoga and Being Present

    To be able to connect with students and clients on a deep level, an interplay of seriousness and playfulness is required. Our guest today is a magician at both. We chat with Emily Peterson, a coach, Rock n Roll enthusiast, Yin Yoga teacher, master Reiki practitioner, TimBO facilitator and teacher trainer, cat lover, elephant lover, former gymnast and competitive volleyball athlete, alumnus of University of Illinois-Chicago with a BA in applied psychology, professional space holder, and aspiring backup dancer for Neil Diamond. She is a certified 500-hour yoga instructor, Usui Reiki Master, and licensed TimBO (trauma-informed mind/body) facilitator and trainer. Her path to yoga began as a way to get out of pain. And since then has blossomed into being a vessel for practicing meditation and experiencing a safe connection to her body, which was transformative and led to personal healing from an eating disorder, depression, and trauma. Along with our previous guest Laura Ahrens, Emily can be found teaching at Coolidge Corner Yoga in Boston, MA. We cover: How your presence can define a class How to be serious and playful with your work simultaneously Why chasing external validation is a fruitless effort Why mastering the in between is your best teacher How to offer yourself as an honest human to your students and more! This episode is sponsored by Procabulary – learn how the words you say and think can upgrade your life with the Core Language Upgrade. New language can uncover possibilities and opportunities to help you break through old patterns. Use the code “podium” at checkout to save $100. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share with your friends and colleagues! References: Emily’s Site More info on TimBO Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | RSS | Google Play Listen Now!

    1h 21m
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The key to life is being able to personally apply the advice you give to others. In this show, Jared Cohen, Alexandra Ellis, and guests discuss the struggles, philosophies, and evolving practices of coaching—being a coach, having a coach, and or any avenue of providing value for another individual that advances his or her life. Using the three EX’s as our guide: Experience, Experimentation, Example. Experience - What do you bring to the table both professionally and personally when interacting with clients or creating content for clients? Experimentation - how willing are you as a coach to embrace what you know, what you don’t know, and what you don’t know you don’t know? Example - how well do you personally and professionally uphold your own standard of excellence? Are you practicing what you preach? While we hope to answer some questions - the key to learning and growth is continuing to ask better questions! Keep tuning in in order to get answers to your current questions, spark new questions, and continue to refine your coaching and leading skills. The best coaches cannot do it alone. This podcast hopes to cast a larger net over those coaches interested in the nuances of putting theory to practice. For references of everything mentioned in this episode, head over to www.behindthepodiumpodcast.com.

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