Best NSCA Podcasts (2025)

Send us a text Georgia native Kevin DeMichiel is no stranger to the sporting clays game. Feeling that he needed to make a change, about a year ago, Kevin switched from his Kreighoff to Blaser F3. While this may not seem like a big deal to some, it's a massive change to others. Any change to your equipment can take time to get used to. Everything fr…

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#246 Dr. Curt Tomasevicz, Part 2- R2RR 30:49

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In part two of our Research 2 Reps Roundtable with Dr. Curt Tomasevicz, we dive deeper into the science behind bobsled training, mechanics, and athlete development. We talk about how video analysis and biomechanics shape the training of elite bobsledders, from sprint mechanics to start technique. Curt shares how his engineering background uniquely …

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215, A mental discussion w/Dr. Jason Richardson! 1:13:50

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Send us a text Dr. Jason Richardson is not only a sports psychologist and mental coach, but he is also a BMX world champion and Pan-Am gold medalist. He works everyday with professional athletes and he understands what it takes, MENTALLY, to win. Just recently, Dr Jason had joined us for a SCOOPS episode discussing sponsorships. Listen in as we ask…

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Alice Read | How Do We Build Sustainable Pathways in Strength and Conditioning?

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How do you build a sustainable high-performance culture despite yearly assistant coach rotations and demanding schedules? Alice Read, Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Performance at Vassar College, shares expertise from managing 29 teams and 600 student-athletes while continuously "riding the rollercoaster" of Division III scheduling. Read exp…

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#245 Dr. Curt Tomasevicz, Part 1- R2RR 28:16

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In this episode of the Research 2 Reps Roundtable, I sit down with my co-hosts Ted and Ernie to welcome Dr. Curt Tomasevicz—Olympic gold and silver medalist, high-performance director, and assistant professor. Curt takes us on his journey from growing up in a small Nebraska town to competing in three Olympic Games and now balancing multiple roles i…

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Menstrual Cycle Phase-Based Strength and Conditioning Training for Elite Team Sport Female Athletes 17:58

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In this episode Sam Moore discusses her article, “Menstrual Cycle Phase-Based Strength and Conditioning Training for Elite Team Sport Female Athletes” published in issue 47-3 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor

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214, World renowned target setter, Jamie Peckham! 33:13

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Send us a text Most recently at the 2025 US Open, Jamie Peckham had a set the FITASC targets, and in 2024, he set the World FITASC at Game Unlimited, here in the USA. After seeing his targets, and hearing that he travels the world over setting targets, it was time to call him up! Jamie has a unique way of setting a target to make them look not only…

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213 Novice to Masters PT3, The Pinnacle w/Ben Husthwaite 1:11:33

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Send us a text This the 3rd installment in our Novice to Masters series, The Pinnacle. This episode is centered around the AA to Master class. However, there is a ton of great information for all to learn from. We are joined by world renowned coach and World Champion shooter, Ben Husthwaite. Ben travels the globe teaching and has led many of his st…

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#244 Britt Achterhoff PART 2, BSAR 35:12

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In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Britt Achterhoff goes even deeper into the life experiences that shaped her personal and professional path. She opens up about one of the most difficult periods of her life—tearing her ACL while her father was terminally ill and struggling academically due to undiagnosed ADHD. Through all of this, one person…

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Dan Perlmutter | Turning Passion Into Professionalism: The Journey of a Sports Performance Coach

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What defines true toughness in coaching? Dan Perlmutter presents an alternative to the “tough strength coach” stereotype, reframing success as adaptability, resilience, and relentless positivity. As Director of Sports Performance and Head Olympic Sports Performance Coach at Duke University, Perlmutter reflects on building a strong culture rooted in…

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EPS 212, Joe Pinchin + Ohio State Preview! 1:00:20

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Send us a text While at the 2025 U.S. Open, we finally caught up with Joseph Pinchin! Joe is an amazing young shooter, originally hailing from Jamaica, but raised in Florida. His journey through the SCTP amateur ranks and now into the pro ranks of sporting clays is very interesting and insightful. Joe now calls Covey Rise in Husser Louisiana his ho…

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211, Novice to Masters pt2, The Climb w/Tracy Wright! 52:32

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Send us a text Part 2 of 3, of the Novice to Master series, The Climb! We are joined by Tracy Wright for this episode as Tracy walks us through how he helps his students at this phase of their game. We cover what should be happening past the foundation stages and how you should be progressing, what you should be doing to help you progress, and a wh…

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#243 Britt Achterhoff PART 1- BSAR 20:05

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In this episode of Beyond Sets & Reps, Britt Achterhoff shares her powerful and personal journey from collegiate athlete to respected team member at Sorinex. A former Clemson soccer player, Britt reflects on how her love for the weight room and a chance encounter during a facility renovation launched her into the strength and conditioning industry—…

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Sam Moore | Unlocking Success: Career Pathways in Athletic Performance

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Sam Moore’s path into sport science is defined by taking risks and chasing meaningful questions. After a devastating knee injury as a collegiate athlete, Moore not only returned to compete, but she also discovered her calling in strength and conditioning. She recounts her coaching, sport science, and hybrid roles prior to leaving a full-time positi…

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210, Novice to Masters PT1, The Foundation w/Karen Miles! 54:46

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Send us a text Welcome to "Novice to Masters". This is the Foundation, part 1 of our 3 part series. This episode will focus primarily D&C classes, but you will be surprised what you can learn, or may have forgotten from the basics! For this first episode, we have Karen Miles join us from start to finish! Why did we choose Karen for this part 1? Bec…

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#242 Dr. Felix Proessl, Part 2- R2RR 28:58

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In part 2 of the Research 2 Reps Roundtable episode, Felix Proessl continues to share his wealth of experience in sports science, particularly in how teams navigate the unique challenges of international travel and cultural adaptation. The discussion touches on the complexities of preparing athletes for games abroad, including the physiological and…

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Cole Hergott | Coaching, Program Building, and Mentorship in Canada

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Former collegiate hockey athlete Cole Hergott thrived in the offseason, but it took a setback to accelerate his path in strength and conditioning. After losing his spot on the team, he channeled his work ethic into interning with Trinity Western University. Years later, he returned to his alma mater as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. Only 25 …

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209, The Diva's w/Judy Rhodes + NSCA segment! 50:02

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Send us a text For this episode, Mrs. Judy Rhodes founder of the "Diva's, Women Outdoors World Wide". The Divas is a world wide organization for women that started in 1999, to help, teach, support, and train women in firearms and shooting sports. Listen and we cover all the ins and outs of this organization, how big they are, how you can join or ev…

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Sleep Hygiene Within the Fire Service: A Narrative Review 15:06

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In this episode Dr. Jacob Mota. discusses his article, “Sleep Hygiene Within the Fire Service: A Narrative Review” published in issue 47-2 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor

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#241 Dr. Felix Proessl Part 1- R2RR 33:03

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In this episode of the Research 2 Reps Roundtable, hosts Dr. Pat Ivy, Dr. Ted, and Dr. Ernie Reimer dive deep into the world of sports science with special guest Felix Proessl, Senior Director of Sport and Data Science for the Colorado Rapids. Felix shares his journey from collegiate soccer player in Germany to leading sport science initiatives in …

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208, Dr. Jason Richardson & RAD Chad Roberts talk Sponsorships! 1:33:10

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Send us a text We are joined by renowned sports psychologist Dr. Jason Richardson, along side RAD Chad Roberts for the topic of Sponsorships! Dr. Richardson specializes in working with professional athletes and often helps them navigate sponsorship negotiations. He is also a BMX World Champion, and a Pan-AM gold medalist! Chad Roberts is also a BMX…

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Brigita Roemer | Squashing Boundaries and Expanding Skills

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Squash demands speed, strength, and control at the edge of human range — but still suffers from a massive stigma around heavy lifting and underuse of strength and conditioning. Brigita Roemer is leading the shift as Director of Strength and Conditioning for U.S. Squash, where she oversees all off-court physical development. After suffering a devast…

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207, Alien Chokes w/Brandon Powell & Rhino Chokes! 51:07

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Send us a text Rhino Chokes is constantly being innovative and thriving to be at the forefront of technology when it comes to performance. They recently signed with Brandon Powell and have developed a new choke series called the "Alien", Powell Performance Series. So what's it all about? How can a simple choke tube perform that much better? Listen …

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206, Taconic Distillery + News from Kolar! 49:40

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Send us a text We are joined by one of the owners of Taconic Distilleries, Paul Coughlin. Paul has a very interesting background from not only the distillery, but his shooting journey and how life lead him to where he is today. This was a great interview and we were very privileged to have him join us on this episode and humbled to have him a part …

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#240 Jim Bebee Part 2, BSAR 28:56

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In part two of my conversation with Jim Beebe, we dive deeper into the mindset and habits that shape successful athletes, parents, and teams. Jim shares powerful insights on the importance of strength training for young athletes, emphasizing that lifting can be a game-changer in preventing injuries and creating a competitive advantage. He also disc…

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Felipe Eichenberger | Pro-Level Coaching Insights

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After fifteen years with the Denver Nuggets, Felipe Eichenberger has witnessed the evolution of National Basketball Association (NBA) performance firsthand. The demands of an NBA season include 82+ games, relentless travel, and the challenge of staying fresh through it all. Eichenberger reveals their post-game lifting culture, driven by the philoso…

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EPS 205, Tim Ward & NSCA update! 1:03:50

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Send us a text The NSCA has been having some problems with their classification system. Instead of making assumptions, we called up Michael Hampton Jr. and asked him directly. While he was on the phone, we talked about the upcoming Championship tour and what everyone can expect as the season starts. We are then joined by Tim Ward of GTW Gunsmithing…

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EPS 204, Tunnel 2 Towers & Team 911! 46:35

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Send us a text September 11, 2001 was a tragic day for our country. However, in every negative, there is a positive. Enter Team 911 & T2T (Tunnel to Towers). We are joined by Frank Bruno and Andrew "Chic" Pisani of Team 911, along with Matt Milazzo from Tunnel To Towers. The two entities have teamed up to not only bring awareness, but help the fami…

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#239 Jim Bebee Part 1- BSAR 36:01

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In Part 1 of this Beyond Sets & Reps episode, I sit down with Jim Beebe, a coach, gym owner, and author whose journey through strength training, business, and personal transformation is nothing short of inspiring. Jim shares how his early experiences shaped his love for athletics, despite facing challenges growing up. He details the pivotal moment …

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Jeanne Rankin | Pathways to Success: Crafting Your Coaching Process

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Thrown into the fire — that is how Jeanne Rankin learned, and it’s how she’s developing her athletes and interns at Coastal Carolina University. Rankin reveals how trust is what drives buy-in, performance, and success; without it, even the best program is just a piece of paper. She breaks down some of strength and conditioning’s toughest realities …

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203 N.E. Regional preview + MSCA news w/Amber Brown 58:27

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Send us a text To kick things off in this episode, we are joined by general manager, Jake Spengler, and sporting clays manager, Carla Forby of The Cardinal Center to discuss and preview the upcoming 2025 N.E. Regional. There is a lot that goes into making a shoot of that size a success. Jake and Carla give us the 411 on everything you need to know …

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EPS 202, Florida State Preview + NSCA segment! 39:47

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Send us a text Bruce Potter, general manager at Blackjack Sporting clays in Sumterville Florida, joins us to discuss the upcoming Florida State Sporting Clays championship. We give you the 411 with everything you need to know about attending this amazing shoot! We are also joined by Michael Hampton Jr to bring us the latest with NSCA for this month…

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#238 Cam Josse, Part 2- R2RR 32:45

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In the second half of this episode of the Research to Reps Roundtable, the conversation continues with Cam Josse diving deeper into the nuances of sports science and coaching communication. The discussion focuses on the importance of clear, structured protocols for managing training loads and player readiness. Cam shares insights into how Auburn’s …

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Mike and Jade Esmeralda | Defying Gravity through Strength and Conditioning in the Performing Arts

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Night after night, Cirque du Soleil’s performing arts athletes defy gravity and expectations — executing elite-level feats across 480 shows annually. Maintaining peak performance requires more than talent; it demands strategic preparation, adaptability, and trust. Channeling backgrounds in dance and martial arts, married coaching duo Mike and Jade …

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EPS 201, Jack Links Cup 2025 review + interviews! 39:14

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Send us a text Jack Links Cup at Quail Creek Sporting Ranch in Okeechobee FL has now become the second largest shoot in the United States. With competitors of all ages and nationalities, it is become a huge event that has plans for even more growth next year! While on site, we caught up with David Debrule of ShellzShuker to discuss not only his sho…

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EPS 200! Audio from LIVE Q&A w/Jason & Sean! 2:09:55

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Send us a text Can you believe it? Episode 200! We hosted a live Q&A show on YouTube and this is the audio from that show! We would like to thank each and every one of you for supporting us over the last 5 years and 200 shows! So here's to another 5 years and 200 more! - DEAD PAIR / KOLAR DRAWING - https://e.givesmart.com/events/HpS/i/_All/u1g0/?se…

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#237 Cam Josse, Part 1-R2RR 31:30

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In this episode of the Research to Reps Roundtable, Dr. Pat Ivey, Dr. Ernie Rimer, and Dr. Ted Lambrinides sit down with Cam Josse, currently at Auburn, to discuss his experiences in strength and conditioning, particularly in college football. Cam shares insights into the challenges of ending a season without a bowl game, emphasizing the importance…

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Bill DeLongis | Exploring the Sport of Ice Hockey

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In the "SEC of Division III," championships and high standards define the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC). Now in his 10th year at Trinity College, Bill DeLongis reinforces high performance is not about scholarships — it’s about culture, strategy, and buy-in. DeLongis outlines how small-school strength coaches manage high ath…

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199, Long Range LLC w/Neil Chadwick! 49:17

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Send us a text Long Range LLC is at the forefront of electronic trap transmitters and receivers. Who is the man behind Long Range? None other than Mr. Neil Chadwick! Neil has been wanting to support The Dead Pair Podcast because he believes in what we are doing, and it was the perfect fit because, we believe in his products! Deciding to build as mu…

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236 Dave Christensen Part 2- BSAR 28:45

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In part two of our conversation, Dave Christensen opened up about his transition into retirement and his latest venture: the "Your Fourth Down" platform. He explained the ADAPT framework—Attitude, Discipline, Attention to Detail, Perseverance, and Touchdown—and how these principles guide success in sports and life. Hearing his personal stories of p…

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A Discussion of the Combined Effect of Resistance Training and Time-Restricted Eating on Body Composition and Neuromuscular Adaptations 18:22

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In this episode Dr. Zachary Mang discusses his article, “A Discussion of the Combined Effect of Resistance Training and Time-Restricted Eating on Body Composition and Neuromuscular Adaptations” published in issue 47-1 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor

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198, NEW Ranger eyewear + NSCA segment! 50:02

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Send us a text Ranger Shooting Eyewear is always being innovative and striving to give you the best possible options for shooting eyewear. When it comes to shooting glasses, price is a big factor. Usually, you have top of the line, which is very expensive, and you have bottom of the line, which gives you protection, but not the clarity and contrast…

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Brianna Battles | Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism

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Brianna Battles believes athleticism does not end when motherhood begins. Frustrated by the lack of resources and support for pregnant and postpartum athletes, she founded Everyday Battles to bridge the gap. Now, she empowers everyone from Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighters and Olympians to hobbyists to challenge their perceived fragilit…

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197, The FSCA Honeybelles w/Dee Orr 46:38

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Send us a text In 2017, The FSCA Honeybelles was formed to take away the intimidation of shooting at the clubs for the ladies. Today, the organization has had over 1100 ladies go through the clinics, has over 19 certified instructors, and continues to grow! To explain all of this, and to go into much greater detail, we have guests Dee Orr join us o…

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#235 Dave Chistensen Part 1- BSAR 27:56

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On this episode, I had the pleasure of catching up with Dave Christensen, a coach whose journey and impact on the game of football have been truly inspiring. We talked about the power of mentorship and how key figures like Coach Don James taught us life and leadership principles that extend far beyond the field. Dave reflected on the importance of …

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196, The Sporting Clays Academy, w/Gebben, Karen & Joe! 53:35

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Send us a text The Sporting Clays Academy was founded by Gebben Miles, and then was joined by his wife Karen. Between Gebben and Karen, they have produced over 200 online instructional videos. Now Joe Fanizzi has joined them as a special guest instructor! The 3 of them have produced another series of videos that are available for purchase online. T…

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195, Kolar Arms w/Sean Mainland + New Raffle! 48:50

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Send us a text Happy 2025 everyone! With a new year, brings new challenges and new opportunities! We now welcome Kolar Arms and Long Range equipment to our show! Our guest today is Sean Mainland of Kolar Arms. Sean is the Director of Operations, Sales, and Marketing for the family owned competition shotgun manufacturer, located in Racine Wisconsin.…

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Sheri Walters | Coordinating Injury Prevention

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Sheri Walters’ journey to Director of Sports Medicine at Texas A&M University reflects a career defined by innovation, collaboration, and comprehensive integration. Walters discusses the "arms race" in collegiate athletics and how Texas A&M shatters silos through unit alignment and being intentionally present. Drawing from her EXOS experience, she …

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#234 Dr. Tim Suchomel Part 2-R2RR 35:21

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In part 2 of the Research 2 Reps Roundtable, my co-hosts Dr. Ernie Rimer, Dr. Ted Lambrinides, and I continue our engaging discussion with Dr. Tim Suchomel, diving deeper into the essentials of long-term athlete development (LTAD). Dr. Suchomel emphasizes the importance of starting athletes with fundamental movement patterns, such as squats and hip…