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#230 Paul Jones Part 2 R2RR Oct 30, 2024

In part 2 of the *Research to Reps Roundtable* podcast, co-hosts Dr. Pat Ivey, Dr. Ernie Reimer, and Dr. Ted Lambrinides continue their conversation with Paul Jones, sports scientist at The Ohio State University. Paul dives deeper into the challenges of integrating sports science methodologies across various levels of athletics and how different institutions respond to new technologies. The discussion touches on the balance between evidence-based practices and longstanding traditions, as well as how to effectively educate coaches and athletes to foster a data-driven approach. Paul also shares insights into the complexities of recruiting in the modern era of college sports, noting how transfer portals and NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) policies have significantly changed the landscape.

The episode also explores Ohio State’s new initiative, the Rapid Assessment and Monitoring Program (RAMP), which aims to evaluate athletes’ force production and energy systems upon arrival to campus. Paul explains how this program offers a comprehensive picture of each athlete’s strengths and limitations to inform training strategies quickly. Throughout the episode, Paul underscores the importance of collaboration among health and performance teams to enhance athlete care and performance. For more background, make sure to check out part 1, where Paul shares his experiences transitioning from the University of Louisville to Ohio State.

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#229- Paul Jones Part 1 R2RR Oct 16, 2024

In this episode of *The Research to Reps Roundtable*, co-hosts Dr. Pat Ivey, Dr. Ernie Reimer, and Dr. Ted Lambrinides welcome Paul Jones, a leading expert in sports science, for part one of their conversation. Paul discusses the challenges of scaling his work to meet the demands of a larger program and adapting to a different environment. He also highlights the importance of humility, being open to learning from others, and building strong relationships within new contexts to create meaningful change and impact.

Throughout the episode, the group explores the evolving role of sports science in collegiate and professional athletics. Paul touches on how different institutions have varying levels of experience and expectations with technology like wearable devices, leading to unique challenges when integrating new strategies. They also discuss the application of research to real-world scenarios, such as training adaptations, travel logistics, and managing environmental factors like altitude and heat. This episode sets the stage for a deeper dive into sports science, the nuances of transitioning between organizations, and the impact of effective leadership and mentorship in driving progress.

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#228 Perris Jones- BSAR Oct 02, 2024

In this episode of Beyond Sets and Reps, I connect with University of Virginia former running back Perris Jones to discuss his remarkable journey through adversity and the lessons he's learned along the way. Perris opens up about his academic and athletic experiences, including earning three degrees and overcoming a career-threatening spinal injury sustained during a game against the University of Louisville. He shares the emotional and psychological impact of the injury, as well as his remarkable recovery, which he attributes to the support of his family, coaches, and medical staff.

Perris also reflects on the importance of teamwork, mentorship, and staying resilient in the face of challenges. He emphasizes his desire to inspire others by creating a nonprofit called "No Stars" to help young athletes reach their full potential, regardless of their perceived status or ranking. The episode concludes with a discussion on his plans to launch a podcast with his roommate, Michael Hollins, to provide a platform for ordinary people to share their extraordinary stories, and his continued passion for helping others as a motivational speaker.

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#227 Dr. Pat Ivey, Dr. Andreas Stomatis, and Dr. Ernie Reimer- BSAR Sep 18, 2024

In this episode of the Beyond Sets and Reps podcast, Dr. Pat Ivey, Dr. Andreas Stamatis, and Dr. Ernie Reimer share reflections from their journey back from the Mississippi State Athlete Engineering Conference. The discussion kicks off with a humorous story about switching drivers on the highway and transitions into a deeper conversation about coaching, leadership, and teamwork. The hosts explore how their backgrounds in strength and conditioning have evolved into broader roles, focusing on mental health and performance services at the University of Louisville. They emphasize the importance of coaching not just athletes but also coaches and administrators to foster a culture of growth and holistic development.

The conversation also delves into the challenges and rewards of creating a human performance culture, the power of collaboration across sectors, and the need for organizations to care for their people in order to achieve sustainable success. They reflect on the importance of empathy, patience, and decisive action when driving change, sharing personal experiences from their careers. The episode wraps up with thoughts on leadership, resilience, and the strength required to guide teams through challenges while making a lasting impact.

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#227 Tommy Stallworth Part 2- BSAR Aug 28, 2024

In this episode of Beyond Sets and Reps,I continue my conversation with Dr. Tommy Stallworth, who offers an update on his current role coaching high school athletes in Georgia. Stallworth shares the excitement of guiding students through summer workouts, 7-on-7 camps, and the college recruiting process. His extensive coaching experience spans college and the NFL, providing valuable insights into the complexities of professional sports. Stallworth discusses the challenges of the NFLPA's grading system and the importance of building strong relationships with athletes to support their growth and development.

Our conversation also explores the psychological challenges athletes face, particularly the impact of social media on their mental resilience. Dr. Stallworth highlights the intricate dynamics between veteran players and rookies, and the complexities of coaching when players may have more experience or be older than the coaches. He underscores the importance of adapting to new information and staying current with research in strength and conditioning. We wrap up the episode with reflections on leadership, problem-solving, and the evolving landscape of sports coaching, showcasing Stallworth's dedication to continuous learning and improvement. A big shoutout to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm for making these episodes possible!

#226 Tommy Stallworth Part 1- BSAR Aug 14, 2024

In this episode of Beyond Sets and Reps, I reconnects with Dr. Tommy Stallworth to discuss his extensive and impressive coaching career. Stallworth's journey began as a linebacker at the University of Tennessee, where he enjoyed the success of two SEC championships and a national title. Transitioning into coaching, he learned the importance of networking, mentorship, and understanding athletes' backgrounds to foster supportive environments.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Stallworth emphasizes the critical relationship between strength coaches and head coaches, sharing insights from his time working with Cliff Kingsbury at Texas Tech and recounting a notable moment with Pat Mahomes in the weight room. Now coaching at the high school level, Stallworth finds joy in helping young athletes build confidence and achieve their goals. He discusses the evolving nature of strength and conditioning, stressing the importance of humility, effective communication, and mutual respect among support staff to provide the best care for athletes.

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#225 Justin Britt- BSAR Jul 31, 2024

In this episode of the Beyond Sets and Reps podcast, Dr. Coach Pat Ivey welcomes Justin Britt, former NFL player, husband, and father, to discuss his remarkable journey from childhood to professional football. Coach Ivey fondly recalls their shared experiences, including humorous team anecdotes under Pete Carroll's leadership. They explore Britt's early influences and his transformation from a young athlete inspired by his brother to a respected offensive lineman in the NFL. Reflecting on his time at Seattle, Britt shares insights into the mentorship he received from iconic players like Marshawn Lynch and Russell Wilson, emphasizing the values of professionalism and teamwork that shaped his career.

Justin Britt also opens up about his recent embrace of social media, particularly TikTok, where he shares his fitness journey and personal reflections. He discusses how social media has become a creative outlet and therapeutic tool, allowing him to connect with others navigating life after professional sports. Through his candid videos, Britt aims to inspire and engage his audience while reflecting on the lessons learned from his athletic career.

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#224 James Franklin- BSAR Jul 24, 2024

In this episode I welcome former quarterback turned entrepreneur James Franklin. James shares his journey at the University of Missouri, where I was his strength coach, highlighting the critical role the strength staff played in his development. He details his personal growth and struggles during college, including a series of injuries that impacted his career; and we reflect on the positive, non-aggressive coaching style that helped him thrive in a respectful and effective training environment.

Throughout the episode, Franklin emphasizes the importance of small gestures and encouragement in maintaining motivation during tough times. Concluding with the life lesson, "how you do anything is how you do everything," James stresses the importance of consistent effort and integrity in all areas of life. James Franklin's story underscores the importance of personalized, supportive coaching and the lasting impact of positive mentorship.

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#223 Bert Sorin- BSAR Jul 10, 2024

In this episode we revisit an earlier episode with Bert Sorin. The world recently lost his Legendary Father, and we honor the Legacy of the Sorin name, and share Bert Sorins episode this week. Stay strong, and do great things.

Richard Sorin, 1950-2024

0:00- Intro 10:00- Understanding How to Build Weight Room Efficiency 20:00- Going to the Limit, to Create a Vision 30:00- Science Meets Passion 40:00- The Next "50 Years" of Strength 50:00- Helping Clients Understand "Needs" vs. "Wants"- Foundations 54:00- Sign Off

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#222 Research to Reps-Flashback/Honoring Richard "Pops" Sorin Jul 03, 2024

In this episode we revisit an earlier episode with Richard "Pops" Sorin. The world recently lost this legendary human, and we honor him with this weeks episode. Stay strong, and do great things.

Richard Sorin, 1950-2024

0:00- Intro 10:00- Understanding How to Build Weight Room Efficiency 20:00- Going to the Limit, to Create a Vision 30:00- Science Meets Passion 40:00- The Next "50 Years" of Strength 50:00- Helping Clients Understand "Needs" vs. "Wants"- Foundations 54:00- Sign Off

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#221 Jason Ray- BSAR Jun 05, 2024

In this episode of Beyond Sets & Reps, I welcome former Mizzou wide receiver Jason Ray. He shares his inspiring journey from Broken Arrow High School in Oklahoma to becoming a team captain at Mizzou and playing in the 2008 Cotton Bowl. He details his coaching career, which took him to various schools and he recounts his experiences, from sweeping floors to winning championships, and the values of hard work and humility instilled by his parents.

After coaching, Ray returned to Oklahoma, embracing his roots by learning a cattle operation with his father. Transitioning into financial literacy education with Synergy Financial Partners, Ray now focuses on educating and empowering young athletes about money management, inspired by his former athletes who recognized his potential beyond coaching. He continues to make a significant impact off the field by teaching financial literacy.

Tune in to hear Jason Ray's insightful journey and learn how financial literacy can transform lives both on and off the field. And learn more about what he's doing, and/or contact him, at https://jray.mylivingbenefits.com/

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#220 Deion Branch Pt. 2- BSAR May 22, 2024

Finishing up my conversation with Deion Branch about his career and evolution here in part 2, we're into the part of his story that you may be more familiar with. Things like Super Bowls, Pro Bowls, MVPs and so on. But he shares more than what you saw on ESPN, giving us a glimpse into the mentality of a Super Bowl MVP and Champ. If you missed part 1, go back and get the background to complete the picture.

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#219 R2RR Road Trip- Dr. Adam Petway, & Dr. Andreas Stamatis May 08, 2024

The Research 2 Reps Roundtable podcast is on the road! For this episode, join Dr. Adam Petway and Dr. Andreas Stamatis joins Dr. Rimer and Dr. Ivey on a roadtrip to the Athlete Engineering Summit. After discussing the summit and the presentation on mental health and performance, the conversation shifts towards the importance of sleep in athletic performance. From sleep's role in recovery and mental health, we address the complexities of sleep issues in athletes, emphasizing a holistic approach. Our discussion also touches on the evolution of biomechanics in sports and the need for administrative support in creating supportive environments for athletes. We hope you share in the excitement for collaborative efforts to enhance athlete performance and well-being.

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#218- Deion Branch Part 1- BSAR Apr 24, 2024

Deion Branch - currently Louisville's Director of Player Development & Alumni Relations - is our guest for this month's Beyond Sets & Reps episode. While you may be familiar with his accolades as a Super Bowl Champ and MVP, this episode goes behind the scenes and we discuss what propelled him to become one of the greats. Get the background story in this episode, and next time, we'll dive further into the things you likely saw on ESPN highlights.

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#217- Bryan Mann, Bo Sandoval, and Scott Battley- Part 2 Texas A&M R2RR Apr 10, 2024

The Texas A&M crew part 2 with Dr. Bryan Mann (Clinical Associate Professor of Kinesiology), Bo Sandoval (Assistant Athletics Director of Strength & Conditioning), and Scott Battley (Director of Sport Science Services). We're finishing up our conversation of collaborating in real time with a unique model that includes ongoing, day-to-day communication between researchers, coaches, and other performance professionals.

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#216 Missy Mitchell-McBeth- BSAR Mar 27, 2024

With two decades in the game, Missy Mitchell-McBeth and the various roles she currently plays is filling a much needed gap for the strength and conditioning of athletes. For both the high school and collegiate levels, she's working to help create simplified systems that promote the safety of athletes AND she's advocating for the health (and balance) of coaches themselves. While some of the topics in our conversation may ruffle feathers, they need to be discussed so you won't want to miss this one!

Find Missy's consulting services at safeirontraining.com and her 12-week training program at conditioningproject.com/cohort

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#215- Bryan Mann, Bo Sandoval, and Scott Battley, Part 1- R2RR Mar 13, 2024

Today's episode of the Research 2 Reps Round table exemplifies the podcast's namesake. We're hosting Dr. Bryan Mann (Clinical Associate Professor of Kinesiology), Bo Sandoval (Assistant Athletics Director of Strength & Conditioning), and Scott Battley (Director of Sport Science Services) all from Texas A&M University. Together they're collaborating in real time with a unique model that includes ongoing, day-to-day communication between researchers, coaches, and other performance professionals. It's a longer episode, but it's exactly the type of information and conversations we're looking to have with every single one of our episodes.

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#214 Zamia Cohen- BSAR Feb 28, 2024

Personal trainer and nutritionist, founder of her own company Good Human Fitness, Zamia Cohen is our guest this episode. She started out giving us a masterclass on the importance of saying NO and how it leads to career longevity without burnout. We then went into what drew me wanting her as a guest on the podcast and that is Microcurrent Point Stimulation (MPS) - a non-invasive modality utilized for the body’s recovery and progress. The way she so passionately discusses it will have you looking up the nearest practitioner.

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#213 Daniel Martinez- R2RR Feb 14, 2024

We started this Research 2 Reps Roundtable episode with an update of what we're each working on and that led us fluidly into the work of our guest, Daniel Martinez, of Trinity University. Our conversation went to the "deep" stuff fast with a discussion of why 'different' is often perceived as bad, but in the realm of sport science we must embrace "different" to make strides in using tech to optimize performance.

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#212 Brandon Lilly-BSAR Jan 24, 2024

A giant in the strength and conditioning world, we couldn't have picked a better guest for our first Beyond Sets & Reps episode in the new year. A man who is truly out to help those around him, his story is as inspirational, motivational and encouraging as it gets. Start your year out right with this episode and then find a way to help someone today!

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#211 Andrew Stuart- R2RR Jan 10, 2024

In this episode of Research to Reps Roundtable, we welcome Andrew Stewart, the assistant director at the Nebraska Athletics Performance Lab (University of Nebraska). We cover everything from Andrew's diverse background in college football to his Ph.D. studies to his foray in speed skating, exploring topics such as managing roster turnover through the transfer portal and the crucial role of communication in sports science. Listen and gain insights into talent identification, development, and retention, discovering how sports science complements coaching strategies for optimal athlete performance.

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#210 Courteney Thompkins- BSAR Dec 27, 2023

Assistant Director of Athletics Performance at Baylor University, Courteney Tompkins, finishes our year of Beyond Sets & Reps episodes and with her, we're ending on a high note. As a former collegiate wrestler, she offers a unique perspective as a young strength & conditioning coach - and as an 'old timer' now, I can say that! Ending the episode with her best advice is a great way to go into 2024. Enjoy and happy new year!

Shoutout to our podcast sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm, for another year of support and making these episodes possible.

#209-Dr.Stacy Sims-R2RR Dec 13, 2023

In this episode of "Research 2 Reps Roundtable," renowned expert Dr. Stacy Sims joins the hosts for a conversation on women's health and performance. Dr. Sims shares her personal journey and passion for addressing gender inequalities, emphasizing the often-overlooked impact of the menstrual cycle on female athletes' training and performance. The discussion delves into the importance of educating coaches, athletes, and medical professionals, and highlights the use of technology to optimize training programs. Dr. Sims also addresses the psychological effects of stress on elite female athletes. If you're interested in the intersection of sports science, women's health, and the future of performance optimization, this episode is a must-listen.

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#208 Byron Chamberlain- BSAR Nov 22, 2023

We pick up part II with Byron Chamberlain right where we left off, discussing the lasting impact of his teammates not only on his career, but on his life in general and how they influenced his path after playing. And I couldn't help but ask him about his thoughts on Colorado because he has multiple perspectives on the situation - player, coach, analyst and as a fan of the sport. We wrap up with his thoughts about his main driver in life: his family.

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#207 Dr. Ali Farooqui- R2RR Nov 08, 2023

We're diving into the world of brain health, performance optimization, and neuromodulation in this episode of "Research 2 Reps Roundtable" featuring the brilliant Dr. Ali Farooqui. A renowned medical doctor and psychiatrist, Dr. Farooqui shares his insights on cutting-edge techniques like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and how they can revolutionize not only mental health treatment but also the enhancement of cognitive functions and emotional stability. With engaging discussions on pain management, athletic performance, and the intriguing connections between brain health and mental skills, this episode offers a thought-provoking journey into the future of human potential. Don't miss this conversation that explores the exciting possibilities for a healthier, high-performing brain.

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#206 Byron Chamberlain- BSAR Oct 25, 2023

A true lover of the game of football, a student of the game, and one of the best in the game, Byron Chamberlain, is joining us for Beyond Sets and Reps. Despite the focus of this podcast going beyond the sets and reps, we start this part 1 off by discussing Byron's lack of love for the weight room and how that changed. Then we talk about how his love of the game brought him back to the weight room in the form of an intern. That's right, INTERN!! Listen in for what he learned (besides stocking bars and folding towels) and keep an eye out for part II.

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#205 Dr. Jarred Boyd- R2RR Oct 11, 2023

As a physical therapist and CSCS, Dr. Jarred Boyd’s goal is to facilitate return to activity and enhance patient potential by identifying opportunities to improve function and empowering patients with the tools to live better. Said another way, and especially working with professional athletes (Memphis Grizzlies), Dr. Body provides guided autonomy with his athletes. While that's counter intuitive to some, we explore the concept in this episode.

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#204 Dr. Earnie "Doc" Fingers BSAR Sep 27, 2023

To put it simply, this episode of Beyond Sets & Reps is a HIGH LEVEL conversation. Earnie "Doc" Fingers is a highly energized speaker, higher ed administration leader, team builder and athletics professional with over twenty years of demonstrated success. "Doc" takes an integrated approach to creating efficient high performance work teams and organizations, and after hearing this episode, you'll see why! Shoutout to our podcast sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm, who make these episodes possible.

#203 Dr. Tommy Otley- R2RR Sep 13, 2023

Dr. Tommy Otley is our guest this episode to share about what it's like as a full time Physical Therapist inside an athletic department. At the University of Miami he's helping bridge the gap between PT, Sport Science, and the other fields of Athletic Performance to optimize athlete play. Managing expectations is one of the most under-discussed topics he encounters, so we go deep on his experiences with the full spectrum of athletic professionals.

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#202- Jimmy Mackey BSAR Aug 16, 2023

Entrepreneur, life coach, strength & conditioning coach, and owner of the #1 fitness club of the Bahamas, MacFit360, our guest this week is Jimmy Mackey. Because of Jimmy, this podcast lives up to its name and we go way beyond the sets and reps of training. This episode covers life, health, training (of course), philosophy and more. If you ever make it down to his gym in the Bahamas, tell him I sent you!

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#201- Dr. Patrick Ward Aug 02, 2023

Dr. Patrick Ward currently works in the Research & Development Department of Seattle Seahawks focusing on research strategy in football operations - opponent research, player evaluation, scouting, applied physiology, & sport science. We start out the conversation with differentiating between what people think sport scientists do versus what they typically do. And the conversation only gets better from there.

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#200 Luke Day- Part II- BSAR Jul 19, 2023

If you missed part I with Coach Luke Day, stop here and go back to listen because he sets the stage for this entire second part. Here in part II he's building on the foundation of his mistakes and lessons learned and giving us his insights and expertise that he's used to not only create his coaching philosophy but his life philosophy. Truly an impactful conversation and I hope you find it as profound as I did.

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#199- Dr. Craig Turner-R2RR Jul 05, 2023

The most under-managed and overlooked factor in collegiate sport performance (and probably optimal human performance if we're being honest): SLEEP. Dr. Craig Turner has made a career in sport science by focusing on sleep - how much do athletes need versus what is optimal? How can we best measure it and use that data? So much unknown about sleep, but we explore some of it in this episode of the Research 2 Reps Roundtable.

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#198 Luke Day- BSAR Jun 21, 2023

This Beyond Sets & Reps episode with Luke Day ended up being too good of a conversation to limit it to ~30 minutes so we've got a 2-parter for you! In part I Coach Day sets the stage for where he's at now and he doesn't hold any punches when it comes to talking about his highs and his lows. Listen now and then be on the lookout for part II where he takes his experience one step further!

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#197 Jennifer Gibson-R2RR Jun 07, 2023

Spanning coaching and consulting in combat sports, sport science and nutrition, Jennifer Gibson has 18 years in Athletic Performance and while that's easy to say in one sentence, it's MUCH more difficult to sum up her experiences in one podcast episode... but we tried. In this episode of the Research 2 Reps Roundtable our conversation makes it clear why she's one of the best in the field and continues working with elite athletes to reach the top of their game.

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#196 Zac Woodfin-BSAR May 17, 2023

USFL Director of Player Performance, Coach Zac Woodfin, is our guest this week on the Beyond Sets & Reps podcast. Not only do our career paths have a lot more in common than we initially realized, but he started speaking my language when he began discussing the relationships he prided himself on developing. So much so that while he was the Director of Strength & Conditioning, the University President asked him to serve as the interim Athletic Director at University of Southern Mississippi. Relationships got him there! You can't miss this episode.

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#195 Katie Nichols- R2RR May 03, 2023

Dr. Katie Nichols, Director of Mental Performance begins our Research 2 Reps Roundtable conversation by defining what mental performance actually is - essentially it's having the skills to put yourself in a position to be successful. Notice she didn't equate it to mental toughness! I know that's enough to have you intrigued, so go ahead and press play on this episode.

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#194 Melissa Crownson-BSAR Apr 19, 2023

"My body loves kale, my soul loves fried chicken" - our guest this week, Melissa Crowson, Dietician and Nutritionist. If that doesn't sum up our conversation, I don't know what will. Instead of focusing on broccoli, Crowson focuses on performance goals and winning to really get nutrition principles to hit home with athletes. Find more from Melissa Crowson at performstrong.org.

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#193-Dr. Brittany Collins-R2RR Apr 05, 2023

The 'sport science' of mental health - while we typically think of sport science and the nerdy sport stuff, we often forget that how our brain works is most definitely science! Our athletes' brains run the show and this conversation with Dr. Brittany Collins examines the intersection of sport, sport science, mental health and social science. To say it was a high level conversation doesn't do it justice.

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#192 Chris Crumpler-BSAR Mar 22, 2023

Chris Crumpler AKA Coach Crump brings the fire this week with his motto: "I don't make excuses, I make adjustments!" BOOM. As a serial entrepreneur, coach, and athlete, his perspective on life is one that I don't see often, but his presence makes his mindset contagious. After this conversation you'll be ready to go and be saying, "check up!"

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#191 Abbie Smith- R2RR Mar 03, 2023

Our Research 2 Reps Roundtable guest, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan, is an Exercise Physiology professor at UNC Chapel Hill with over 120 peer-reviewed manuscripts - so she's quite prolific in the sports research world. With alphabet soup after her name (said with admiration) - Ph.D., CSCS*D, FNSCA, FACSM, FISSN - she's well on her way to helping improve the health and quality of life for others. And a very unique aspect of this specific episode is that she ended up running the show and asking us more questions than we asked her!

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#190- Derek Copeland, BSAR Feb 15, 2023

University of Louisville Rowing Coach, Derek Copeland, had a unique childhood and early experience with sport that makes him a unique coach, to say the least. He has embraced the high performance model approach because he's seen it in action and how successful he and his team can be with it. If you want real world insight into how the HPM can be implemented and used, this episode is it!

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#189- Sam Moore- R2RR Jan 25, 2023

If you work with female athletes in any aspect, or have a female athlete child or relative, you need to listen to this episode of Research 2 Reps Roundtable. Soon-to-be-Doctor Samantha Moore was not only the NCAAs first female Director of Sport Science, but she's a budding researcher in female athlete physiology and performance. In addition to the research she's doing, because of her background, she has the actual ability to translate the information in a way that's impactful and that coaches and athletes can actually use!

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#188- Gary Pinkel BSAR Jan 11, 2023

Originally aired in August of 2019, it only seemed fitting to repost this Beyond Sets and Reps episode with now-Hall of Fame Coach Gary Pinkel. From program structure to program philosophy, Coach Gary Pinkel never wavered in what he did. And with good reason – a track record of success done the right way is his proven methodology, and put simply, it works. He’s based his entire career on treating the people the right way and that’s something he’ll continue standing by.

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#187 Logan Stark- BRCC/Veteran/Skydiver Jan 03, 2023

In this episode Bert Sorin sits down with Logan Stark to catch up, and discuss his upcoming attempt at a Skydiving World Record. Logan is a Veteran, Producer of Content at Black Rifle Coffee, Hunter, and Adventure Seeker. He will be joining other Veterans to Skydive into 7 Continents, in 7 Days. He is living the definition of "Be Legendary".

#186 David Boyle- R2RR Dec 28, 2022

High Performance Manager Officiating for the Australian National Rugby League, David Boyle, is our guest this episode of the Roundtable. While he brings a unique perspective with his background and research, we also discussed some of the universal truths of coaching. This is a fantastic one to round out this year of R2RR episodes.

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185 Lance Walker- R2RR Dec 14, 2022

With 30 years in the industry, Lance Walker is still on a mission to optimize athletic performance. With the various disciplines that go into the training and care of athletes, and the desperate need to bring them all together for the benefit of the human behind the athlete, Coach Walker is bridging the gap between the science and the sport.

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#184 Lance Walker- Beyond Sets and Reps Nov 30, 2022

Lance Walker ended up being such a good guest, he's our first double header, appearing on this episode and next Beyond Sets & Reps episode. In this episode we go into the weeds of performance and how metrics carry over - and how to explain to athletes and decision makers how it carries over.

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#183 Bo Sandoval- Beyond Sets and Reps Nov 09, 2022

For this episode of Beyond Sets and Reps, we're coming to you from DEER CAMP! I'm talkign with Bo Sandoval, the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Performance for Texas A&M, and despite the untraditional setting, he's giving us some gems of wisdom on the strength and conditioning field. Tune in to hear us talk shop and remember to give the show a 5 star rating if you're finding these episodes valuable.

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#182- Duane Carlisle and Scott Hopson- R2RR Oct 26, 2022

With two guests on this Research 2 Reps Roundtable episode, it felt more like adding a couple co-hosts to the podcast with the breadth of experience and expertise they brought. We didn't waste time - we got right into the high level conversation of the challenge of making the complex simple. Duane Carlisle and Scott Hopson joined Dr. Ted Lambinides and Dr. Pat Ivey for another fantastic episode that you'll keep coming back to over and over again.

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#181- Jason Dierking- Beyond Sets and Reps Oct 05, 2022

Director of Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning at Louisville, Jason Dierking is our guest on the Beyond Sets and Reps podcast this week. His philosophy of being a servant leader comes through as he walks us through his staff and how he goes about piecing together a group that works together so well. To say he's accepted the challenge of his position is an understatement and it's what makes him so good in his role - and as a podcast guest!

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#180- Dr. Stuart Phillips- Research to Reps Sep 28, 2022

Our guest this week, Dr. Stuart Phillips, is a Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University in Canada and specializes in researching the impact of nutrition and exercise on skeletal muscle protein turnover. If that doesn't give you a hint, we go well into the protein weeds during our conversation. We discuss previous notions of protein, current research, plant-based recommendations and more.

Thanks to our sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm for making these episodes possible.

#179- "It's A Little Impossible"- Alex Luhring, and Brian Trainor Sep 21, 2022

In this weeks episode of The Be Legendary podcast, Bert Sorin sits down with Sorinex Vendor Relations Manager, Alex Luhring, and one of our good friends through Sorinex Outdoors, Brian Trainor, to discuss a week long trek into the mountains in search of elk.

Alex is fresh off his first Western Big Game hunt, and Brian was there to help him learn, as well as grow as a man, and hunter. In this episode they share the stories from the mountains, the struggle, the lessons, and the pay off when returning home.

We hope you will enjoy, and also we hope it inspires you to seek the calling, and search for "Thin Air, Deep Water" opportunities to not only live a Legendary life, but to actualize all you can become.

#178- Josh Dobbie, Sorinex Sep 14, 2022

Simply talking with Josh Dobbie, the passion that drives Sorinex as a company is obvious - it's in the people. Priding themselves on being a different type of company, Josh and all the people at Sorinex are living their business ideals: being people first, building relationships, and doing things for the good of the industry. We're looking forward to Squatober!

Thanks to our podcast sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm, for making these episodes possible.

#177- Josh Awotunde and Coach Mike Sergent Sep 07, 2022

In this episode Bert Sorin sits down with his former Track and Field Coach Mike Sergent at University of South Carolina, as well as current thrower, and World Championship Medalist, Josh Awotunde. They discuss progression, overcoming hardship, and building progress towards success. All three share stories of highs, and lows, as well as how being a thrower shapes an attitude or life. Thank you for listening to the Sorinex Be Legendary podast, and check out www.sorinex.comfor all your strength equipment needs.

#176 Jeremy Anderson Aug 31, 2022

Perhaps the most motivating episode we’ve had yet, Jeremy Anderson, professional motivational speaker, shows us why he gets paid big bucks to be on the big stage. Coming from a place of service and humility, Jeremy speaks with such passion because he remembers where he came from and works every day to get to the next level. Whether you need a kick in the butt, a reminder of why you’re doing what you’re doing, or just need the extra oomph in your day today, this episode is for you.

Special thanks to our sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm.

#175 Dr. Eric Serrano- Research to Reps Aug 24, 2022

Supplement Engineer and Nutrition Expert, Dr. Eric Serrano, is our guest for this episode of the Research 2 Reps Roundtable. He's an "OG" in the performance nutrition world as a former powerlifter and has expanded his expertise beyond nutrition into injury prevention and performance optimization. As a practicing physician he's also heavily involved in the practical applications of all that he's learned over the years.

A huge shoutout to our podcast sponsors who make these episodes possible: Sorinex and EliteForm.

#174 Vaughan Scott- Beyond Sets and Reps Aug 10, 2022

Entrepreneur and Professor Vaughan Scott is really taking us BEYOND the sets and reps today with our conversation. As a global thinker, he's helping us see the effects of globalization on sport - both things to consider that could be hurdles and also opportunities to be had. Not only does he explore how we can be thinking of the sports-business connection strategically (chess, not checkers) but how we can convey that information to decision makers as well. Thanks to our podcast sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm, for making all our episodes possible.

#173 Dr. Andreas Stamatis- R2RR Jul 27, 2022

Our guest this week is Dr. Andreas Stamatis, associate professor, fitness & wellness undergraduate program coordinator, and Lab Director at Plattsburgh might be one of our most credentialed guests ever on the roundtable. But even the alphabet soup after his name doesn't do his professional experience and insights justice. Join us as we go deep on mental toughness - and mental training as a whole - with athletes.

Big thanks to podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm for making this episode possible.

#172- Scott Hopson- Beyond Sets and Reps Jul 13, 2022

Scott Hopson, co-founder of Pivotal, enjoys coaching the game of life (and the game of sport) while attempting to fulfil the potential of humanity. He's taking his passion for people beyond strength and conditioning for athletes and helping people upgrade their lives via education, coaching program and live events. Join this 10,000 foot view conversation as we discuss some of the broader philosophies behind human performance.

Shoutout to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm for making these episodes possible!

#171 Dr. Duncan French, UFC - R2RR Jun 22, 2022

Dr. Duncan French joins this episode of Research 2 Reps Roundtable as the VP of Performance at the UFC Performance Institute where they manage the training of over 600 UFC athletes. For five years now they've been serving a melting pot of training philosophies, cultures and athlete requirements and because of the newness of the sport he shares with us the journey of developing and running the Institute.

Big thanks to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm.

#170 Beyond Sets and Reps- Casey Floyd Jun 08, 2022

Our guest this week is the Chief Compliance Officer at No Cap Sports, Casey Floyd. With a law degree and over a decade in NCAA compliance, Casey Floyd is using his expertise in NIL to help educate and protect student athletes in the newly minted billion dollar industry that has come out of the NCAAs NIL ruling. Change is hard, but it’s here to stay and Floyd along with the team at No Cap Sports is paving the way to make it easier for all parties involved in NIL.

Check out No Cap Sports here. And a huge thanks to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm.

#169- Research to Reps- Dr. Adam Petway May 25, 2022

Dr. Adam Petway isn't just a doctor of Sports Science and Biomechanics, but he's a coach and long-time practitioner in the strength and conditioning field. While he has developed quite an expertise for basketball athletes, his work can be applied across sports. And as he's delving further into the research/science aspect, he shares how he's learning to communicate and impact decision making within the department.Shoutout to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm for making these episodes possible.

#168 Beyond Sets and Reps- Dr. Amber Selking May 11, 2022

Dr. Amber Selking returns to the podcast to discuss her latest book Winning the Mental Game: The Playbook for Building Championship Mindsets, a culmination of her last decade of work. Most of us have a basic understanding of the physical - getting in shape, eating right to fuel our bodies, etc. But when it comes to how our brain works and how we can train our brain, the foundation is lacking. So Dr. Selking is using her work in athletics to help build that foundation not just with athletes, but with the use of her book, the masses. Find Dr. Selking's book here. And thanks to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm.

#167 Research to Reps- Christie Aschwanden Apr 27, 2022

Christie Aschwanden, author, journalist, and former elite endurance athlete is our guest on this week's episode of Research 2 Reps Roundtable to talk RECOVERY. Our conversation on the importance of and the prioritization of recovery for athletes opened my eyes to a new approach for recovery - one that I won't just be using on athletes, but also on myself! Check out Christie's book, Good to Go here. And thanks to our podcast sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm, for making these episodes possible.

#166- Beyond Sets and Reps- Ross Schwisow Apr 13, 2022

Athletic Director and Assistant Principal at Basehor-Linwood High School, Ross Schwisow opens our eyes (and ears) to the gratification of coaching high school aged kids in strength and conditioning. Having been at BLHS for over 15 years, he's built the entire curriculum of S&C and nutrition for not only student athletes, but the non-athlete student population as well. Hearing Ross discuss the impact on the community, including a summer program for grades 2-12, is worth the listen alone! Shoutout to our podcast sponsors Sorinex & EliteForm who make these episodes possible.

#165- Bert Sorin- Weights, And The Heavy Things I Remember Apr 06, 2022

In this series, Bert Sorin details, training tales, and strength discoveries, from a lifetime of competing, and living the strenuous life.

In this introductory episode, Bert details some history of how this podcast came to be, as well as where he plans to take it. We hope you enjoy. Stay Strong, and Be Legendary.

Visit www.sorinex.com for all your strength needs!

#164 BSAR Bonus Episode- Scott Bird and Jerrell Jackson Mar 30, 2022

In this BONUS episode of Beyond Sets and Reps, we're privy to an interview with Scott Bird and Jerrell Jackson, co-owner of Athletes Performance Institute in Columbia, MO where they discuss how mindset is crucial to enhancing any type of physical or performance training. Thanks to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm for making these episodes possible!

#163 Research To Reps- Dr. Becky Antle Mar 23, 2022

While mental health has come a long way in recent years, it still has a long way to go and our guest, Dr. Becky Antle, is working toward bringing preventative mental health strategies to the masses. Specifically, she's helping educate what it means to be in good mental health and how impactful prevention can be versus waiting to treat mental health problems. Big thanks to our sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm who make these episodes possible!

#162 Beyond Sets and Reps- Antwan Floyd, Houston Rockets Mar 09, 2022

With over 20 years in the profession, Coach Antwan Floyd is and assistant strength and conditioning coach for the Houston Rockets. Having the humility to accept the challenge of starting over - as an intern - whenever he saw the opportunity to get what he wanted has served him well because he always finds a way to quickly rise through the ranks. Throughout those decades of service, he's discovered the way to get the most out of athletes is by continuing to explore and understand who he is so he can be the best coach. Big shoutout to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm!

#161- Research to Reps- Dr. Scott Wylie, and Dr. Brandon Ally Feb 23, 2022

Brains of elite athletes are just different and our guests Dr. Scott Wylie and Dr. Brandon Ally from S2 Cognition are in the business of identifying and quantifying those differences with the goal of maximizing effectiveness and efficiency of athletes' cognitive abilities. Join us as we explore how understanding these abilities can provide a performance edge.Big shoutout to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm for making these episodes possible!

#160 Beyond Sets and Reps- Dr. Bryan Mann Feb 09, 2022

In this episode, we revisit an episode from the archives; in this episode we discuss a wide array of topics, with Legendary Coach, Dr. Bryan Mann. Thank you so much for the listen, and we appreciate you listening!

#159 Research 2 Reps- Cory Kennedy Jan 26, 2022

Cory Kennedy is currently the Head of Strength and Conditioning and Performance Science (MiLB) for the Chicago Cubs and in his role he's the epitome of our roundtable - bringing the research to the reps of the Cubs program. While he's found himself transitioning from the "doing" to the "directing," he's still ultimately responsible for the final product produced. Tune in as we discuss the challenges, the science, and the direction of his program. Big thanks to our podcast sponsors - Sorinex and EliteForm - who made this episode possible.

#158 Beyond Sets and Reps- Scott Bird Jan 12, 2022

#157 Jud Logan - 4x Olympian Jan 05, 2022

Sorinex's Brandon Lilly sits down with 4x Olympian and Ashland University head track and field coach Jud Logan.

#156-Research to Reps- Dr. Brittany Ramirez, Logan University Dec 22, 2021

#155 Beyond Sets and Reps- Bert Sorin Talks Winterstrong Dec 08, 2021

Speaking of partnerships, shoutout to Sorinex and EliteForm for sponsoring these podcast episodes, we couldn’t do it without them!

#154 Research to Reps- Eric McMahon, NSCA Nov 24, 2021

#153 Greg Walsh- Mace Training via Wolf Brigade Gym Nov 18, 2021

#152 Beyond Sets and Reps- Brad Ekwerekwu Nov 10, 2021

#151 Pops Corner- Bill Gillespie Nov 03, 2021

#150 Research to Reps- Erik Korem Oct 27, 2021

Special thanks to our sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm for making this podcast possible!

#149- Michael Easter- The Comfort Crisis Oct 20, 2021

Michael Easter teaches journalism, with a special emphasis on health media. Before his role at UNLV, he was a senior-level editor at Men's Health magazine. There, he brainstormed, wrote, and edited stories about human health and performance, and his work was read by nearly 25 million people in 50 countries each month.

At Men's Health, he also led a digital transition team, acted as a brand editor, and is part of the team that won a National Magazine Award for General Excellence. His online writing at Men's Health is some of the most highly-trafficked of all time.

Michael hosts Nevada Health, a weekly health radio show on KUNV, and his writing appears in Men's Health, Outside, Vice, Cosmopolitan, Scientific American, Men's Journal, and FiveThirtyEight.

#148 Beyond Sets and Reps- Vince Tyra Oct 13, 2021

#147 Beyond Sets and Reps- Thomas Wilcher Sep 29, 2021

BONUS episode! This episode was originally recorded in July 2019. Big thanks to our sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm, who make this podcast possible.

#146 Research 2 Reps- Javiar Gillett Sep 22, 2021

Special thanks to our sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm - they make this podcast possible!

#145- Remi Warren Sep 15, 2021

#144 Beyond Sets and Reps- Dr. Pat Ivey & Mackenzie Holznecht Sep 08, 2021

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#143 Research 2 Reps- Dr. Ernie Rimer, Louisvlle Dir. of Sports Science Aug 25, 2021

#142 Beyond Sets and Reps- Brett Hayes & Akeem Robinson Aug 11, 2021

00:00- Intro

5:00- S&C Becoming an Essential Part of Healthcare

10:00- Coaching Transitions

15:00- Sponsor Ad

20:00- Educating Therapists on S&C

25:00- Future Projections

30:00- Hurdles Being Faced as We Shift Beliefs

35:00- Sign Off

#141 Research 2 Reps- Derek Woodske Jul 28, 2021

This episode’s guest, Derek Woodske doesn’t recommend supplements for everybody, but believes almost everybody needs supplements. With the understanding that we can’t guarantee human performance, we can only aim to optimally potentiate it, he preaches that everything you consume should have a reason. And with the stressors on athletes not declining any time soon, Woodske shares with us his understanding of using supplements to enhance a training system. Big shoutout to our sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm - they make this podcast possible!

#140 Beyond Sets and Reps- Dr. China Jude Jul 14, 2021

Her passion for change and helping our great nation evolve into a more equitable and inclusive atmosphere is evident in the episode. You can find her on all social media platforms as @ChinaJude. Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm.

#139 Beyond Sets & Reps- Jen Widerstrom Jun 30, 2021

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#138 Research 2 Reps-Dr. Reuben Burch Jun 22, 2021

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#137 Beyond Sets and Reps- Robert Steeples Jun 09, 2021

*this episode was recorded in Summer 2019 Thanks to our podcast sponsors Sorinex and EliteForm who make Beyond Sets and Reps possible.

#136 Strong Life/Be Legendary- Zach Even-Esh/Brandon Lilly SS14 Jun 02, 2021

Here we GO! In this episode Zach Even-Esh, and Brandon Lilly share there experiences, and stories from Sorinex Summer Strong 14. Brought to you by https://Sorinex.com Lots of inspiration and life lessons shared from this awesome experience. Please enjoy, share and leave a review :)

#135 Research 2 Reps- Dana Santas May 26, 2021

#134 Strong Life/Be Legendary- Zach Even Esh & Brandon Lilly May 19, 2021

Thank you so much for listening. Please Share, and Rate with 5 Stars, as always "Stay strong, love yourself, and love everyone that you can. Be Legendary."

#133 Beyond Sets & Reps- Jeff "Maddog" Madden May 12, 2021

To say Maddog has had a successful coaching career is a massive understatement! Listen in to learn how he’s done it.

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#132 Research 2 Reps- Jana Heitmeyer & Ryan Jackson Apr 28, 2021

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