Best NSCA Podcasts (2025)

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224, Mentoring Champions, w/Rick Webb! 1:08:28

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Send us a text Ever wondered what it's like for a top pro, from a third party perspective? Someone that's with that person in day to day life, in and out of the tournament? What are they thinking? What are their struggles? What are their coping mechanisms? What do they do for fun? What is day to day life like outside of competing? How do they chang…

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#249 Krishna Lee Part 1-BSAR 18:06

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In this first part of my conversation with Krishna Lee, I reflect on what it means to see one of my former athletes grow, evolve, and accomplish so much. Krishna shares her journey from growing up in Kansas City, where sports were woven into her family life, to becoming a multi-time All American and Big 12 champion at Mizzou. She talks about the im…

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223, Nationals Preview w/Neil Chadwick! 51:13

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Send us a text Whether you are a first time attendee, or a veteran attendee of the National Sporting Clays Championship at the National Shooting Complex in San Antonio TX, there are new developments, new changes, and lots in store for those attending the 2025 National Championship! We are joined by Neil Chadwick, who is not only a course manager fo…

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Ep. 2 Trainer Talk Series - Career Vs. Part Fitness Professionals 48:38

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In this episode of Trainer Talk, Dr. Darian Parker, along with co-hosts Julia Suozzi and Caroline Turnbull, engage in a rich discussion with personal trainers Maria Pearson and Robert Bricks Glover. They explore the differences between part-time and full-time trainers, the importance of longevity in fitness training, and the impact trainers have on…

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The NEW Science of Isometric Training 26:14

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Check out our new course The Anatomy and Biomechanics of Movement: https://www.themovementsystem.com/the-anatomy-and-biomechanics-of-movement-course-landing-page Research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30580468/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30943568/

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Al Vermeil | A Coaching Legacy Across Professional Sports

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Few strength coaches have shaped sport performance like Al Vermeil — the only strength coach to earn championship rings in both the National Football League (NFL) and National Basketball Association (NBA). In this Gatorade Performance Partner Special Episode, Vermeil shares how a career built on explosiveness, adaptability, and relentless curiosity…

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222, Payouts w/Cory Kruse & RAD Chad Roberts! 1:05:24

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Send us a text SHOW ME THE MONEY! Payouts at tournaments. It's a tricky thing. Where is the money going to come from? Is payout that important to you? What if you are in one of the lower classes and could win $300, $400, maybe double that? Would it change your perspective on tournaments? Would you compete more often? We are joined by Cory Kruse and…

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#248 Rett Larson, R2RR Part 2 34:37

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In Part 2 of our Roundtable chat with Rett Larson, we shift the focus to what happens once that trust is built. Rett breaks down how he uses warm-ups as more than just a physical prep; they're also a way to engage athletes mentally, meet the needs of coaches and support staff, and create a culture of energy and buy-in. He talks about designing sess…

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39. How Fitness Pros Can Support Clients with Irregular Work Shifts 44:25

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Lori Oliver, Co-Founder & CEO of The Inactive Company, a sleep performance brand dedicated to developing technology and tools that enhance rest and recovery for everyone. Its innovative sleep mask, Inactivators™, is a scientifically backed solution to improve sleep. She has spent over 25 years as a veteran in brand and product building, driving bus…

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221, Gun & Trophy Insurance w/Larry & Cole Cushman! 1:01:35

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Send us a text Insurance. The one thing you HOPE you will never need, but you better have it right when you do need it! Its a piece of mind for your beloved firearm, and, in this case, your trophy mounts! Meet Larry and Cole Cushman of Gun & Trophy insurance. This family owned business specializes in insuring your firearms in a way that no other in…

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38. How Trainers Can Help Clients with Digital Posture Dysfunction 43:14

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Dr. Devin Trachman PT, DPT is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and has gone additional training/certifications in manual therapy, trigger point dry needling, Astym therapy, and pelvic health. She has been practicing as a physical therapist for over 11 years and opened Physical Therapy Central - West Edmond almos…

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Exercise Strategies for Parkinson Disease Management 11:30

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In this episode Spencer Ingoglia discusses his article, “Exercise Strategies for Parkinson Disease Management” published in issue 47-4 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor

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Kate Smith | Finding Success in College Athletics

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What's behind enduring success at the highest level of college athletics? Kate Smith, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Michigan, shares insights from nearly 14 years of experience coaching multiple sports in a competitive collegiate environment. Smith emphasizes sustained excellence through adaptability, genuine curiosity, …

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220, From 2-strokes to 12ga, w/David Pingree! 1:13:09

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Send us a text Sporting clays as a whole, is growing. Where we are headed, can be down the right path, or the complete wrong turn. Much like our own personal performance, we often turn to someone who has been there and done that, to give us guidance. So why not consult someone from a sport that was in the same growing phase years ago, that we are i…

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#247 Rett Larson- R2RR Part 1 30:55

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In Part 1 of our conversation with Rett Larson, we dive into the global perspective he brings to the strength and conditioning world. Rett has worked with elite athletes across multiple continents, including his role with the Chinese women's national volleyball team—a team with a cultural presence and history that goes far beyond the sport itself. …

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37. Why Footwear Matters: A Must-Listen for Every Fit Pro 1:01:20

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In this essential episode, Dr. Darian Parker sits down with footwear innovator Stuart Jenkins to unpack a topic often overlooked by fitness professionals—shoes as performance equipment, not just fashion. Together, they explore how improper footwear can lead to chronic injuries, reduced performance, and poor biomechanics—and what fit pros must under…

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The 2 Biomechanics Principles Every Coach Needs to Know 17:54

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Check out our new course The Anatomy and Biomechanics of Movement: https://www.themovementsystem.com/the-anatomy-and-biomechanics-of-movement-course-landing-page Research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38391038/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18668167/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30580468/

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Ep. 1 - Trainer Talk: Should Trainers Look Fit? 45:41

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Trainer Talk is a recurring segment on The Far Side of Fitness Podcast, where personal trainers come together to tackle unique, controversial, and under-discussed topics in personal training. Each episode features a rotating panel of trainers along with hosts, Dr. Darian Parker, Caroline Turnbull and Julia Suozzi. Caroline and Julia's Links: IG: ⁠M…

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Gavin Pratt | From Down Under to the Top: Coaching Careers in Combat Sports

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Coaching elite mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes demands creativity, adaptability, and a global mindset. Gavin Pratt, Senior Director of Strength and Conditioning at the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Performance Institute, shares insights from his international career. Pratt reflects on preparing athletes for the Chinese National Games and m…

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36. Top 3 YouTube Channel Growth Strategies for Fit Pros 37:49

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In this episode, I sit down with former YouTube exec, David Sherman-Presser, to uncover 3 powerful strategies fitness coaches can use to grow and monetize their channels. Learn how to stand out in a crowded fitness niche, create thumbnails that actually get clicks, and use YouTube like the gym — with consistency and purpose. David Sherman-Presser i…

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219 If it flies, it dies! w/Joe Charnigo! 52:26

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Send us a text When you think about the world of clay target shooting, you think of primarily one discipline or another. Trap, Skeet, or Sporting clays. Meet Joe Charnigo. Joe, shoots trap, sporting, ZZ-birds, and pigeons! But to be clear, he doesn't just "shoot" these events, he often WINS these events! We caught up with Joe while he was at the In…

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Cutting-Edge Strength & Conditioning Insights from the NSCA National Conference 28:19

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Learn more: Here’s the link to join the CSCS Study Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2415992685342170 CSCS Study Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

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218, The Caldwell Claycopter! 43:52

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Send us a text Every once in a while, a new product comes along that is just downright fun! Introducing the new Claycopter by Caldwell! Now this is not a training tool for sporting clays, but if you are looking for backyard fun that will get friends and family out shooting, this fits the bill! Think of this as a handheld ZZ-bird launcher! With 100%…

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Michelle Pifer | What Makes Coaching Authentic?

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How do you find your coaching voice? Michelle Pifer, Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning at Rutgers University, shares how mentorship and professional communication helped her establish an authentic coaching identity. Reflecting on her extensive intern journey across Ivy League and Division III athletics, Pifer highlights key milestones…

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35. What Really Matters After 40: Rethinking Health, Pain, and Longevity w/ Dr. Clayton Skaggs 42:01

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Dr. Clayton Skaggs is the founder and CEO of the Central Institute for Human Performance and the founder of the Karel Lewit Clinic and Curious Gap Labs. In addition to his clinical career, Skaggs has been on post-doctoral and research faculties of eight national and international universities including leading a National Institute of Health (NIH) r…

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217, A General Discussion + NSCA segment! 1:00:16

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Send us a text For this months NSCA segment, Michael Hampton Jr. joins us to fill everyone in on the latest Executive Council meeting, as well as some announcements to up coming rule changes. We also addressed a listeners question that wrote in to us. After the discussion with Michael, we decided it was time to talk about a few topics that needed a…

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Periodization 101 19:18

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Learn more and earn 0.2 NSCA CEUs with our $1 Program Design Masterclass: https://www.themovementsystem.com/offers/RLf5Xsfz/checkout

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34. The Dark Side of the Fitness Industry: Supportive or Exploitative 57:07

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Dr. Erin Nitschke, NFPT-CPT, NSCA-CPT, ACE Health Coach, ACE-CPT, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Therapeutic Exercise Specialist, Pn1, FNMS, and DSWI Master Health Coach, is a seasoned college professor in health and human performance. She is a nationally recognized presenter, industry writer for IDEA, NFPT, Fitness Education Online, and Youate.com,…

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33. The Ethics and Legal Limits of Nutrition Coaching for Fitness Pros w/ Andres Ayesta 39:58

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Andres Ayesta is a Registered Dietitian, Sports Nutritionist, and founder of Planos Nutrition, where he helps men over 30 and busy professionals lose fat, improve energy, and build sustainable habits without restrictive diets or gimmicks. With over 12 years of experience and features in outlets like Forbes, CNN, and Men’s Health, Andres combines sc…

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Reed Wainwright | Strength, Conditioning, and the Law: A Conversation on Professional Standards

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Do you know your legal blind spots? Attorney and former collegiate strength coach Reed Wainwright explores how legal expertise reinforces professional standards in strength and conditioning. Wainwright has been instrumental in developing NSCA resources that help professionals mitigate the inherent risks associated with athletics. He highlights key …

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216, Changing Irons, w/Kevin DeMichiel 44:09

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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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32. 4 Things You Should Do Before Starting Your Online Personal Training Business 6:01

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In this conversation, Dr. Darian Parker shares essential insights on building a successful online personal training business. He emphasizes the importance of having in-person training experience before transitioning to online formats. Dr. Parker discusses various online training formats, the significance of defining a unique point of view, and the …

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What is Biomechanics? 27:34

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Join the Waitlist for the Anatomy and Biomechanics Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/waitlist-for-anatomy-and-biomechanics-of-movement

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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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CSCS Exam Updates: What You Need to Know 23:25

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Several updates have been made to the NSCA CSCS DCO for July 2025. This episode covers some of those topics and dives into what you need to know. Pass your CSCS Exam with The Movement System CSCS Study Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

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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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The 6 Fitness Inspired Pillars of Business Growth for Personal Trainers w/ Jen Gerasimas 45:50

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Jen Gerasimas has over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. She began her journey as a registered nurse before transitioning into teaching group exercise, then personal training. She worked in several different gym settings, including managing at a high-end fitness club. Over 8 years ago, Jen left the gym world to start her ow…

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30. GLP-1s, Perimenopause & Power: What Every Woman Needs to Know Beyond Weight Loss w/ Kayla Johnson 34:35

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In this episode, fitness professional, Kayla Johnson, delves into an unconventional and vital conversation about GLP-1 peptides, not just in the context of weight loss but also focusing on their role in perimenopause. Kayla Johnson is a nationally recognized fitness expert, entrepreneur, and passionate women’s wellness advocate with over 30 years o…

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29. Why Your Information Diet Matters as Much as Your Workouts w/ Kira Shishkin (CEO of informed) 40:03

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In this episode, Dr. Parker chats with Kira Shishkin, CEO of informed, about the importance of reliable information in an age of misinformation and information overload. Kira traces the history of news media, examining how it became both overwhelming and unreliable. He emphasizes how modern news media hijacks readers' attention and holds it hostage…

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The 4 Most Important Health Metrics You Can Track (And What They Actually Mean) 27:16

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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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28. Trans Women vs. Biological Women in Sports: Examining the Science of the Competitive Imbalance w/ Dr. Alexander Hutchison 51:13

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In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Darian Parker speaks with Dr. Alexander Hutchison, author of An Unfair Advantage: In Sports the Body Matters, to explore one of the most contentious debates in modern athletics: the participation of trans women in women’s sports. The conversation dives deep into the biological differences between men and women…

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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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27. Sexual Health as a Vital Sign: Tracking Arousal States, Testosterone, and Heart Risk 32:07

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In this eye-opening episode of The Far Side of Fitness, Dr. Darian Parker chats with Dr. Elliot Justin, an Emergency Medicine (EM) specialist and healthcare technology consultant in erectile neuromodulation, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. Dr. Justin explores the emerging science of erectile fitness—a vital yet often overlooked indicator of m…