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Strength Coach Network is bridging the gap from the class room to the weight room. This is why we are where Strength Coaches come to learn. In fact we bridge the gap from 📚 to 🏋️‍♂️ so well we have members all across athletics. How do we do this? Strength and conditioning in athletics SHOULD be exciting. Yet too many people make it dull and boring. We are not sure why this is the case - working with professional and collegiate athletes is awesome! In this show from Strength Coach Network, join Dr. Justin Lima as he talks with experts in the field of strength and conditioning. Dr. Lima has been working in college athletics since 2009 after his athletic career ended. Since then he has worked in college sports at Big 10, ACC, Ivy League, and more helping hundreds of athletes while placing some into professional careers. He also earned his PhD in Health and Human Performance and Masters in Strength and Conditioning. Each week he is joined by coaches who make their living working in the field of strength and conditioning. On the show we dive into the world of working in professional and collegiate sport - but make it interesting! Yes we dive into the science of exercise, our spin on it makes it digestable for everyone to understand how elite athletes are able to perform. So be cheeky and indulge on this conversation in the middle of each week, and learn how the best athletes prepare for GameDay. For more information from Strength Coach Network follow us at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrCoachNetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strength_coach_network/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrengthCoachNetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strengthcoachnetwork Blog: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/blog Website: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/ Education Courses: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/fundamentals

  1. The REAL Cost of Success in Strength Coaching: Travel, Money & Sacrifice with Kosta Telegadas

    2 DAYS AGO

    The REAL Cost of Success in Strength Coaching: Travel, Money & Sacrifice with Kosta Telegadas

    Today’s guest is Kosta Telegadas, a strength and conditioning coach whose career spans elite sport, tactical performance, and international human performance operations. Kosta holds a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology (University of Miami). Early in his career, he gained hands-on experience through roles with VCU Sports Performance and EXOS, developing a strong foundation in programming, rehabilitation, and applied sports performance. He later transitioned into the tactical space, working as a S&C Specialist under the U.S. Department of Defense’s Optimizing Human Weapon Systems contract, first with Solvere Technical Group and currently as a Site Lead with LMR Technical Group. Kosta now serves as Associate Director of International Business for the National Council on Strength & Fitness, where he helps expand education and professional standards globally. $1 Trial Membership to SCN 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/Trial Save on your re-certification to the NSCA and CSCCa with best price CEUs 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/CEU CONNECT: 🌎Site: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/ From our sponsors: Hawkin Dynamics Site: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ Hawkin Dynamics is the world leader in force plate solutions. Wireless hardware, intuitive software, and powerful analysis make Hawkin Dynamics the best choice for any coach or trainer. Vitruve VBT Site: https://vitruve.fit/ Join the over 7,000 coaches that trust Vitruve VBT. Vitruve makes Velocity Based Training simple and effective with reliable, affordable and easy to use technology. Power Lift Site: https://www.powerliftusa.com/ Power Lift is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of American-made strength and conditioning equipment. They understand that your Brand is important and offer several diverse ways to incorporate that Brand into your strength equipment. Dashr Site: https://www.dashrsystems.com/ Dashr is a performance testing company best known for its laser timing, but also integrates with Teambuildr and offers a free Player Profile app used by 6k+ athletes. Beyond timing, they provide a full suite of testing solutions including verticals, broad jumps, RSI, biometrics, reaction, and AMS. PlayerData Site:https://www.playerdata.com/en-us PlayerData is Strength Coach Network’s trusted GPS provider and a FIFA Quality–certified system, used by coaches at every level to quantify training load and understand movement demands. PlayerData delivers reliable, actionable data at a strong value point, with seamless syncing that saves coaches precious time—so the focus stays on coaching, not managing technology. TeamBuildr Site:https://www.teambuildr.com/en TeamBuildr is a platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete training in a simple and manageable way.

    1h 42m
  2. Read Supertraining in a Year | Pages 91-105

    4 DAYS AGO · BONUS

    Read Supertraining in a Year | Pages 91-105

    In this week's episode Yosef and I talk about: managing sport coaches, skill development, specialized exercises, and sport specific training. Download The Supertraining Reading Plan https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/st ___ Buy Supertraining to Read Along with Us https://uaconcepts.com/product/supertraining ___ From our sponsors: Hawkin Dynamics 🌎Site: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ Hawkin Dynamics is the world leader in force plate solutions. Wireless hardware, intuitive software, and powerful analysis make Hawkin Dynamics the best choice for any coach or trainer. Make sure you check them out in the link above. Vitruve VBT 🌎Site: https://vitruve.fit/ Join the over 7,000 coaches that trust Vitruve VBT. Vitruve makes Velocity Based Training simple and effective with reliable, affordable and easy to use technology. For more about Vitruve click the link above. Power Lift 🌎Site: https://www.powerliftusa.com/ Power Lift is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of American-made strength and conditioning equipment. They understand that your Brand is important and offer several diverse ways to incorporate that Brand into your strength equipment. For more about Power Lift click the link above. Dashr 🌎Site: https://www.dashrsystems.com/ Dashr is a performance testing company best known for its laser timing, but also integrates with Teambuildr and offers a free Player Profile app used by 6k+ athletes. Beyond timing, they provide a full suite of testing solutions including verticals, broad jumps, RSI, biometrics, reaction, and AMS. For more about Dashr click the link above. PlayerData 🌎Site:https://www.playerdata.com/en-us PlayerData is Strength Coach Network’s trusted GPS provider and a FIFA Quality–certified system, used by coaches at every level to quantify training load and understand movement demands. PlayerData delivers reliable, actionable data at a strong value point, with seamless syncing that saves coaches precious time—so the focus stays on coaching, not managing technology. For more about PlayerData click the link above. TeamBuildr 🌎Site:https://www.teambuildr.com/en TeamBuildr is a platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete training in a simple and manageable way. Be sure to check them out in the link above.

    1h 15m
  3. Before or After Training? The Science of Cold Plunging

    18 FEB

    Before or After Training? The Science of Cold Plunging

    Today’s guest is Ryan Duey, the CEO and co-founder of Plunge, a company that has played a major role in bringing cold-water immersion and recovery practices into the mainstream. Ryan helped found Plunge with a focus on making high-quality, durable cold-plunge systems accessible to athletes, coaches, and everyday consumers alike. Under his leadership, Plunge has grown from a niche recovery concept into a widely recognized brand used across professional sports, fitness facilities, and homes worldwide. With a background rooted in entrepreneurship and product development, Ryan has been instrumental in bridging the gap between evidence-based recovery practices and real-world application. His work has helped normalize recovery as a foundational pillar of performance, health, and lifestyle, not just an afterthought. $1 Trial Membership to SCN 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/Trial Save on your re-certification to the NSCA and CSCCa with best price CEUs 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/CEU CONNECT: 🌎Site: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/ From our sponsors: Hawkin Dynamics Site: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ Hawkin Dynamics is the world leader in force plate solutions. Wireless hardware, intuitive software, and powerful analysis make Hawkin Dynamics the best choice for any coach or trainer. Vitruve VBT Site: https://vitruve.fit/ Join the over 7,000 coaches that trust Vitruve VBT. Vitruve makes Velocity Based Training simple and effective with reliable, affordable and easy to use technology. Power Lift Site: https://www.powerliftusa.com/ Power Lift is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of American-made strength and conditioning equipment. They understand that your Brand is important and offer several diverse ways to incorporate that Brand into your strength equipment. Dashr Site: https://www.dashrsystems.com/ Dashr is a performance testing company best known for its laser timing, but also integrates with Teambuildr and offers a free Player Profile app used by 6k+ athletes. Beyond timing, they provide a full suite of testing solutions including verticals, broad jumps, RSI, biometrics, reaction, and AMS. PlayerData Site:https://www.playerdata.com/en-us PlayerData is Strength Coach Network’s trusted GPS provider and a FIFA Quality–certified system, used by coaches at every level to quantify training load and understand movement demands. PlayerData delivers reliable, actionable data at a strong value point, with seamless syncing that saves coaches precious time—so the focus stays on coaching, not managing technology. TeamBuildr Site:https://www.teambuildr.com/en TeamBuildr is a platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete training in a simple and manageable way.

    45 min
  4. Read Supertraining in a Year | Pages 76-90

    16 FEB · BONUS

    Read Supertraining in a Year | Pages 76-90

    In this week's episode we cover: Oklahoma State Football study review, change in direction work, fitness fatigue vs supercompensation, and insecure coaches. Enjoy! Download The Supertraining Reading Plan https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/st ___ Buy Supertraining to Read Along with Us https://uaconcepts.com/product/supertraining ___ From our sponsors: Hawkin Dynamics 🌎Site: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ Hawkin Dynamics is the world leader in force plate solutions. Wireless hardware, intuitive software, and powerful analysis make Hawkin Dynamics the best choice for any coach or trainer. Make sure you check them out in the link above. Vitruve VBT 🌎Site: https://vitruve.fit/ Join the over 7,000 coaches that trust Vitruve VBT. Vitruve makes Velocity Based Training simple and effective with reliable, affordable and easy to use technology. For more about Vitruve click the link above. Power Lift 🌎Site: https://www.powerliftusa.com/ Power Lift is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of American-made strength and conditioning equipment. They understand that your Brand is important and offer several diverse ways to incorporate that Brand into your strength equipment. For more about Power Lift click the link above. Dashr 🌎Site: https://www.dashrsystems.com/ Dashr is a performance testing company best known for its laser timing, but also integrates with Teambuildr and offers a free Player Profile app used by 6k+ athletes. Beyond timing, they provide a full suite of testing solutions including verticals, broad jumps, RSI, biometrics, reaction, and AMS. For more about Dashr click the link above. PlayerData 🌎Site:https://www.playerdata.com/en-us PlayerData is Strength Coach Network’s trusted GPS provider and a FIFA Quality–certified system, used by coaches at every level to quantify training load and understand movement demands. PlayerData delivers reliable, actionable data at a strong value point, with seamless syncing that saves coaches precious time—so the focus stays on coaching, not managing technology. For more about PlayerData click the link above. TeamBuildr 🌎Site:https://www.teambuildr.com/en TeamBuildr is a platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete training in a simple and manageable way. Be sure to check them out in the link above.

    1h 11m
  5. Is There a Benefit to Mat Drills for All Sports?

    13 FEB · BONUS

    Is There a Benefit to Mat Drills for All Sports?

    In this episode I talk with Otto and Troy about why mat drills could actually serve a purpose in team sports. You will be shocked to hear what my thoughts are. ___ $1 Trial Membership to SCN 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/Trial ___ Save on your re-certification to the NSCA and CSCCa with best price CEUs 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/CEU From our sponsors TeamBuildr 🌎Site:https://www.teambuildr.com/en TeamBuildr is a platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete training in a simple and manageable way. Be sure to check them out in the link above. Hawkin Dynamics 🌎Site: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ Hawkin Dynamics is the world leader in force plate solutions. Wireless hardware, intuitive software, and powerful analysis make Hawkin Dynamics the best choice for any coach or trainer. Make sure you check them out in the link above. Vitruve VBT 🌎Site: https://vitruve.fit/ Join the over 7,000 coaches that trust Vitruve VBT. Vitruve makes Velocity Based Training simple and effective with reliable, affordable and easy to use technology. For more about Vitruve click the link above. Power Lift 🌎Site: https://www.powerliftusa.com/ Power Lift is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of American-made strength and conditioning equipment. They understand that your Brand is important and offer several diverse ways to incorporate that Brand into your strength equipment. For more about Power Lift click the link above. Dashr 🌎Site: https://www.dashrsystems.com/ Dashr is a performance testing company best known for its laser timing, but also integrates with Teambuildr and offers a free Player Profile app used by 6k+ athletes. Beyond timing, they provide a full suite of testing solutions including verticals, broad jumps, RSI, biometrics, reaction, and AMS. For more about Dashr click the link above. PlayerData 🌎Site:https://www.playerdata.com/en-us PlayerData is Strength Coach Network’s trusted GPS provider and a FIFA Quality–certified system, used by coaches at every level to quantify training load and understand movement demands. PlayerData delivers reliable, actionable data at a strong value point, with seamless syncing that saves coaches precious time—so the focus stays on coaching, not managing technology. For more about PlayerData click the link above.

    48 min
  6. Why Race Car Drivers Are ELITE Athletes (6G Forces, Pit Crews & The Real Demands)

    11 FEB

    Why Race Car Drivers Are ELITE Athletes (6G Forces, Pit Crews & The Real Demands)

    Today’s guest, Sam Feldman, is a strength and conditioning coach who works across traditional team sports and high-performance racing environments, applying a holistic approach to physical preparation, physiological development, recovery, and long-term athlete health. His background spans high school, collegiate, and professional sport, with previous roles at The Paideia School, Cressey Sports Performance, and the University of Georgia. From 2019 to 2021, he served as a Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coach within the Atlanta Braves organization, where he oversaw all aspects of physical preparation for professional baseball athletes. In that role, he was responsible for program design, weight room and coaching supervision, performance monitoring, conditioning, nutrition organization, budgeting, and in-season arm care for pitchers. $1 Trial Membership to SCN 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/Trial Save on your re-certification to the NSCA and CSCCa with best price CEUs 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/CEU CONNECT: 🌎Site: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/ From our sponsors Hawkin Dynamics Site: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ Hawkin Dynamics is the world leader in force plate solutions. Wireless hardware, intuitive software, and powerful analysis make Hawkin Dynamics the best choice for any coach or trainer. Vitruve VBT Site: https://vitruve.fit/ Join the over 7,000 coaches that trust Vitruve VBT. Vitruve makes Velocity Based Training simple and effective with reliable, affordable and easy to use technology. Power Lift Site: https://www.powerliftusa.com/ Power Lift is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of American-made strength and conditioning equipment. They understand that your Brand is important and offer several diverse ways to incorporate that Brand into your strength equipment. Dashr Site: https://www.dashrsystems.com/ Dashr is a performance testing company best known for its laser timing, but also integrates with Teambuildr and offers a free Player Profile app used by 6k+ athletes. Beyond timing, they provide a full suite of testing solutions including verticals, broad jumps, RSI, biometrics, reaction, and AMS PlayerData Site:https://www.playerdata.com/en-us PlayerData is Strength Coach Network’s trusted GPS provider and a FIFA Quality–certified system, used by coaches at every level to quantify training load and understand movement demands. PlayerData delivers reliable, actionable data at a strong value point, with seamless syncing that saves coaches precious time—so the focus stays on coaching, not managing technology. TeamBuildr Site:https://www.teambuildr.com/en TeamBuildr is a platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete training in a simple and manageable way.

    1 hr
  7. Read Supertraining in a Year | Pages 61-75

    9 FEB · BONUS

    Read Supertraining in a Year | Pages 61-75

    In this episode Yosef and I talk about hypertrophy vs hyperplasia, neurology, atrophy, and over coaching. __ Download The Supertraining Reading Plan https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/st ___ Buy Supertraining to Read Along with Us https://uaconcepts.com/product/supertraining ___ From our sponsors: Hawkin Dynamics 🌎Site: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ Hawkin Dynamics is the world leader in force plate solutions. Wireless hardware, intuitive software, and powerful analysis make Hawkin Dynamics the best choice for any coach or trainer. Make sure you check them out in the link above. Vitruve VBT 🌎Site: https://vitruve.fit/ Join the over 7,000 coaches that trust Vitruve VBT. Vitruve makes Velocity Based Training simple and effective with reliable, affordable and easy to use technology. For more about Vitruve click the link above. Power Lift 🌎Site: https://www.powerliftusa.com/ Power Lift is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of American-made strength and conditioning equipment. They understand that your Brand is important and offer several diverse ways to incorporate that Brand into your strength equipment. For more about Power Lift click the link above. Dashr 🌎Site: https://www.dashrsystems.com/ Dashr is a performance testing company best known for its laser timing, but also integrates with Teambuildr and offers a free Player Profile app used by 6k+ athletes. Beyond timing, they provide a full suite of testing solutions including verticals, broad jumps, RSI, biometrics, reaction, and AMS. For more about Dashr click the link above. PlayerData 🌎Site:https://www.playerdata.com/en-us PlayerData is Strength Coach Network’s trusted GPS provider and a FIFA Quality–certified system, used by coaches at every level to quantify training load and understand movement demands. PlayerData delivers reliable, actionable data at a strong value point, with seamless syncing that saves coaches precious time—so the focus stays on coaching, not managing technology. For more about PlayerData click the link above. TeamBuildr 🌎Site:https://www.teambuildr.com/en TeamBuildr is a platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete training in a simple and manageable way. Be sure to check them out in the link above.

    1h 12m
  8. How to build a Power 5 Basketball Athlete

    4 FEB

    How to build a Power 5 Basketball Athlete

    Iowa native Logan Ogden is in his first season as the director of men’s basketball athletic performance for the University of Iowa men’s basketball program. Ogden brings 14 years of experience with him to Iowa City, including the past four seasons as the director of strength and conditioning at Utah (2021-25), where he provided year-round comprehensive training for the Utes’ men’s basketball program. He also served in a director role at Utah State (2018-21) and Nebraska Omaha (2015-18), he was an assistant strength coach at Augustana University (2013-15) and served as a graduate assistant at South Dakota State (2011-13).Ogden was named to Silver Wave Media's list of most impactful strength and conditioning coaches in the country in August of 2022. $1 Trial Membership to SCN 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/Trial Save on your re-certification to the NSCA and CSCCa with best price CEUs 🏫CEUs: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/CEU https://strengthcoachnetwork.com From our sponsors: Hawkin Dynamics Site: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ Hawkin Dynamics is the world leader in force plate solutions. Wireless hardware, intuitive software, and powerful analysis make Hawkin Dynamics the best choice for any coach or trainer. Vitruve VBT Site: https://vitruve.fit/ Join the over 7,000 coaches that trust Vitruve VBT. Vitruve makes Velocity Based Training simple and effective with reliable, affordable and easy to use technology. Power Lift Site: https://www.powerliftusa.com/ Power Lift is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of American-made strength and conditioning equipment. They understand that your Brand is important and offer several diverse ways to incorporate that Brand into your strength equipment. Dashr Site: https://www.dashrsystems.com/ Dashr is a performance testing company best known for its laser timing, but also integrates with Teambuildr and offers a free Player Profile app used by 6k+ athletes. Beyond timing, they provide a full suite of testing solutions including verticals, broad jumps, RSI, biometrics, reaction, and AMS. PlayerData Site:https://www.playerdata.com/en-us PlayerData is Strength Coach Network’s trusted GPS provider and a FIFA Quality–certified system, used by coaches at every level to quantify training load and understand movement demands. PlayerData delivers reliable, actionable data at a strong value point, with seamless syncing that saves coaches precious time—so the focus stays on coaching, not managing technology. TeamBuildr Site:https://www.teambuildr.com/en TeamBuildr is a platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete training in a simple and manageable way.

    1h 21m

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Strength Coach Network is bridging the gap from the class room to the weight room. This is why we are where Strength Coaches come to learn. In fact we bridge the gap from 📚 to 🏋️‍♂️ so well we have members all across athletics. How do we do this? Strength and conditioning in athletics SHOULD be exciting. Yet too many people make it dull and boring. We are not sure why this is the case - working with professional and collegiate athletes is awesome! In this show from Strength Coach Network, join Dr. Justin Lima as he talks with experts in the field of strength and conditioning. Dr. Lima has been working in college athletics since 2009 after his athletic career ended. Since then he has worked in college sports at Big 10, ACC, Ivy League, and more helping hundreds of athletes while placing some into professional careers. He also earned his PhD in Health and Human Performance and Masters in Strength and Conditioning. Each week he is joined by coaches who make their living working in the field of strength and conditioning. On the show we dive into the world of working in professional and collegiate sport - but make it interesting! Yes we dive into the science of exercise, our spin on it makes it digestable for everyone to understand how elite athletes are able to perform. So be cheeky and indulge on this conversation in the middle of each week, and learn how the best athletes prepare for GameDay. For more information from Strength Coach Network follow us at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrCoachNetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strength_coach_network/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrengthCoachNetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strengthcoachnetwork Blog: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/blog Website: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/ Education Courses: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/fundamentals

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