Best twobrainbusiness@gmail.com Podcasts (2025)

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Coaching Different Body Types: Dr. Lon Kilgore on Anatomy and Technique 59:03

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Dr. Lon Kilgore explains why "perfect technique" doesn't exist—and what actually matters for strength development. In this episode of the "Strength Coach Collective" podcast, host Kenny Markwardt sits down with Kilgore, author of "Anatomy Without a Scalpel" and co-author (with Mark Rippetoe) of "Starting Strength." Lon, a veteran strength coach wit…

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Why Chris Spealler Ditched Traditional Fitness Programming 1:08:01

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Is performance in the gym the goal or simply a tool to live better in the outside world? In today’s episode, eight-time CrossFit Games competitor and former CrossFit Seminar Staff member Chris Spealler discusses his evolution from high-intensity daily training to sustainable "Adventure Preparedness Programming." Chris breaks down his 12-week progra…

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Pamela Gagnon: Having Fun With Gymnastics—For Life 53:41

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Today on the “Strength Coach Collective,” host Kenny Markwardt sits down with Pamela Gagnon, former Division 1 gymnast, longtime CrossFit coach and the co-creator of Performance Plus Programming. Pamela explains her “playground approach” to coaching—breaking complex skills into their fun components and strength elements—and shares practical mobilit…

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The Next Frontier: Blood Biomarkers for Precise Fitness Coaching 58:41

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The one-size-fits-all approach to fitness coaching is no more. Enter blood biomarkers: the next frontier in truly individualizing client training programs. Today on the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, Kenny Markwardt sits down with Ash Anwar from Molecular You to explore how comprehensive blood analysis is revolutionizing fitness coaching. Whi…

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Dr. Zach Long: Why Athletes Get Injured (And How to Prevent It) 49:14

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In this episode, Kenny Markwardt sits down with Dr. Zach Long—a board-certified sports physical therapist who believes injured athletes should use the gym, not leave it. Long, aka “The Barbell Physio,” explains when coaches should modify training versus refer out and how trainers can build relationships with the right medical professionals. He also…

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Mike Cerbus: Programming Olympic Lifting for General Population Clients 52:27

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Think teaching Olympic lifts requires 20 different cues? Think again. Today on the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, Chris Guerrero sits down with Mike Cerbus, a multi-time USA Weightlifting National Championship medalist and head weightlifting coach for Power Monkey Fitness. With nearly 30 years under the bar and more than 15 years serving the …

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Dave Durante: How Power Monkey Blends Disciplines to Elevate Coaching 53:32

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Today on the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, host Chris Guerrero is joined by Dave Durante, a multiple-time USA Gymnastics national champion, alternate in the 2008 Summer Olympics and co-founder of Power Monkey Fitness. In this episode, Dave explains how Power Monkey brings together experts in gymnastics, weightlifting, endurance and mobility …

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"Help Best": Your Guide to Delivering Client-Centric Coaching 31:26

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In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” Chris Cooper and Kenny Markwardt dive into "Help Best"—Chris' first book dedicated entirely to coaching, co-authored with Kenny and three other top Two-Brain mentors. While most coaching books focus on specific methods, this one focuses on results. Chris and Kenny explain why "method obsession" is hol…

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Michele Letendre: Programming for an Evolving Fitness Industry 56:02

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Coaching has evolved—and programming must evolve with it. Today on the “Strength Coach Collective,” host Kenny Markwardt sits down with HWPO Affiliate head coach Michele Letendre to talk about what effective programming looks like in today’s gyms. They explore how program design has shifted over the years and what gym owners and coaches need to do …

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Bahubali Shete on NutriChef's AI-Powered Nutrition Coaching 56:42

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What if your nutrition coaching program could practically run itself? Today on the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, Bahubali Shete explains how his AI-driven nutrition software, NutriChef, helps coaches save time while providing clients with more individualized support and accountability. NutriChef pulls in intake forms, daily tracking and data…

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Mastering Aerobic Training: Joel Jamieson on HRV and VO2 Max 58:42

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If you want to help clients live longer and perform better, you need to train the aerobic system. In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” Joel Jamieson—creator of Morpheus and author of “Ultimate MMA Conditioning”—joins host Kenny Markwardt to break down heart-rate variability (HRV), VO2 max and the science of aerobic training. Joel explain…

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Michael Bann: Why Human Connection Drives Coaching Success 1:06:28

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Content Warning: This episode contains a mention of suicide and discussions on mental health. Listener discretion is advised. Any coach can write a program, but a good program alone isn’t enough to keep clients around long enough to get results. In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” Michael Bann shares how he transitioned to scalable remo…

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“Game Speed”: Jason Feairheller on Training That Actually Transfers 40:56

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The fastest athletes aren’t always the best performers on the field—and today’s guest explains why. In this episode of the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, multidirectional speed expert Jason Feairheller joins Kenny Markwardt to break down what athletes really need to succeed on game day. They discuss why sprint times don’t tell the whole story…

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Drive Coaching Results With Wall Street Weightlifter's 50-to-1 Method 1:05:44

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Ready to help your clients get stronger without burning out? In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” Graciano Rubio—better known online as the Wall Street Weightlifter—shares a training philosophy built around intensity, intention and clarity. Known for his brutally simple barbell work and big lifts, Graciano explains how he uses estimated …

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Principles of Program Design: The Checklists Every Coach Needs 59:25

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Most coaches learn to assign sets and reps but never master the systems behind truly effective program design. Today on the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, Mike Perry and Eric D’Agati, co-founders of Principles of Program Design, explain how fitness coaches can use scalable systems and proven checklists to deliver personalized results without …

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Marcus Filly on Functional Bodybuilding Without Burnout 46:27

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Tired of burning out your clients—or even yourself? Marcus Filly, six-time CrossFit Games competitor and founder of Functional Bodybuilding, is here to offer solutions. In this episode, Marcus unpacks his transition from elite competition to coaching everyday athletes with sustainable strength-and-conditioning methods. He shares how Functional Body…

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Coaching Kids for Life With The Brand X Method 55:17

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Movement is a language—and kids need the right foundation to speak it for life. In this episode of the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, host Kenny Markwardt sits down with Jeff, Mikki and Keegan Martin of The Brand X Method to explore what it takes to coach young athletes successfully. The Brand X team members break down their pillars of Base, …

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Stan Efferding: What Actually Gets Clients Results (and What Doesn’t) 1:10:46

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In this episode, Stan Efferding—renowned coach, world-record-holding powerlifter and creator of the Vertical Diet—breaks down the biggest mistakes coaches and athletes make when trying to build strength and improve performance. He also unpacks the foundations of the Vertical Diet, debunking common nutrition misconceptions and sharing practical advi…

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Inside CNU Stretch: Helping Clients Move Better and Reduce Pain 51:03

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Most coaches treat tightness, tension and pain as mechanical problems. But what if those issues are rooted in something deeper? In this episode of the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, Chris Cooper sits down with Evans Armantrading, founder of CNU Stretch, who breaks down his framework for blending movement, nervous system input and client self-…

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Richard Aceves on Why Coaching Must Go Beyond the Physical 56:07

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Not all movement problems are physical. Great coaches must be able to dig deeper. In this episode of the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, host Kenny Markwardt talks with Richard Aceves, founder of Moved Academy, about the mental, emotional and spiritual components of training and their impact on physical performance and pain. Richard explains w…

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Behind the Scenes With an Elite Coach: Jason Leydon’s Top Lessons 51:05

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In this episode of the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, host Chris Guerrero talks with veteran coach Jason Leydon, founder of CrossFit Milford and Conquer Athlete. Jason has coached a number of elite athletes throughout his career, including CrossFit Games podium finishers, international record-holding powerlifters, USA Weightlifting national-t…

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Why Strength Comes First: Coach Rut and Max Effort Training 50:17

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Today, Michael Rutherford joins “Strength Coach Collective” to tell coaches how to help their clients get stronger and recover better. Host Kenny Markwardt sits down with Michael—aka “Coach Rut”—to unpack decades of lessons in strength training and conditioning. Coach Rut shares his journey from his early days in college strength coaching to pionee…

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Rethinking Strength Training: Pat Damiano on the Power of Kettlebells 40:28

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Some see kettlebells as just another piece of equipment, but Pat Damiano believes they should be at the core of strength training. In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” host Chris Guerrero sits down with Pat, a fitness coach who specializes in kettlebells and has amassed over 400,000 followers on social media. Pat shares how kettlebell tr…

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Movement Quality vs. Lifting Heavy With Brett Jones 52:30

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If you could spend just 12 minutes with a client and know exactly what movements they should be doing, would you invest that time? In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” host Kenny Markwardt is joined by Brett Jones from Functional Movement Systems to discuss how coaches can use the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) to help clients train mo…

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Jonathan Goodman on Scaling Your Fitness Coaching Career 46:50

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The secret to building a profitable coaching business isn’t acquiring more followers—it’s providing more value for the right clients. Today on “Strength Coach Collective,” host Kenny Markwardt is joined by Jonathan Goodman, founder of the Personal Trainer Development Center and prolific author, whose titles include “The Obvious Choice” and “Ignite …

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Set Clients Up for Success on Day 1 With Movement Screening 45:56

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Fitness coaches want to help their clients move better and stay injury-free, but without a structured movement screening process, they’re often guessing instead of making informed coaching decisions. In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” host Kenny Markwardt sits down with gym owner and fitness coach Derek Batman to talk about the role of…

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Nathan Holiday Breaks Down Energy Systems for Smarter Coaching 46:59

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Why do some athletes thrive while others struggle with the same workout? It all comes down to energy systems. In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” Nathan Holiday, founder of Level Method, breaks down a simple yet powerful framework for understanding and using energy systems in coaching. He introduces the VPE model (ventilation, plumbing …

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Coaching for Longevity: Mike Burgener on Strength at Any Age 58:41

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Want to help clients stay strong, mobile and independent for life? In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” host Kenny Markwardt sits down with legendary weightlifting coach Mike Burgener—better known as “Coach B”— to discuss the importance of strength training at any age. Coach B starts with the story of how he got started in weightlifting …

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NCFIT's Jason Khalipa and MDV on Programming for Coaching Excellence 39:09

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Want to create a structured training plan that keeps clients engaged and progressing all year long? In this episode of the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, host Kenny Markward sits down with Jason Khalipa, founder of NCFIT and MDV, Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, to talk programming. Jason and MDV break down NCFIT’s 2025 Programming Outlook—a f…

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Tech in Fitness: Physmodo's AI-Powered Movement Assessment 34:25

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In an era of up-to-the-second biometric measurement, Physmodo stands out as a leader in the evolution of tracking biomechanics—movement. In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” Andrew Menter, CEO and founder of Physmodo, breaks down how AI-powered movement screening makes assessments faster, more objective and more effective for fitness coa…

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Coaching Simplified: Dan John's Approach to Strength and Fitness 57:32

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Simplicity wins in strength training, and no one explains it better than Dan John. In this episode of the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, host Chris Guerrero sits down with strength coach, author and elite athlete Dan John to talk about what does—and doesn’t—work in training. Dan outlines his philosophy on keeping programs simple, breaking dow…

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Garmin Clipboard Demo: Using Biometric Data to Improve Coaching 42:11

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This episode features a live demo—watch on YouTube for the full experience. Garmin Clipboard brings biometric data directly into the hands of coaches—at zero cost. Today on the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, host Chris Cooper sits down with Brett Guemmer, project manager for Garmin Clipboard, to discuss how the app helps coaches track, analyz…

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The Science of Athleticism and Injury Resilience With Bill Parisi 51:47

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Fascia training is changing the game in strength and conditioning—and Bill Parisi is leading the charge. In this episode of the “Strength Coach Collective” podcast, host Kenny Markwardt sits down with Bill Parisi, founder of Parisi Speed School and executive director of the Fascia Training Academy, to explore the science behind fascia and its impac…

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Strength Coach Collective: Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge and Application 8:02

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The human species is evolving—or rather, devolving: For the first time in history, we’re living longer, but we’re less healthy. Chris Cooper, Two-Brain Business founder and a fitness trainer of 30+ years, wants to fix that problem by helping coaches and personal trainers turn the tide. In this inaugural episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” Chris…

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Coaching Different Body Types: Dr. Lon Kilgore on Anatomy and Technique 59:03

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Why Chris Spealler Ditched Traditional Fitness Programming 1:08:01

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Pamela Gagnon: Having Fun With Gymnastics—For Life 53:41

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The Next Frontier: Blood Biomarkers for Precise Fitness Coaching 58:41

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Dr. Zach Long: Why Athletes Get Injured (And How to Prevent It) 49:14

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Mike Cerbus: Programming Olympic Lifting for General Population Clients 52:27

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Dave Durante: How Power Monkey Blends Disciplines to Elevate Coaching 53:32

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"Help Best": Your Guide to Delivering Client-Centric Coaching 31:26

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Michele Letendre: Programming for an Evolving Fitness Industry 56:02

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Bahubali Shete on NutriChef's AI-Powered Nutrition Coaching 56:42

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Mastering Aerobic Training: Joel Jamieson on HRV and VO2 Max 58:42

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Michael Bann: Why Human Connection Drives Coaching Success 1:06:28

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“Game Speed”: Jason Feairheller on Training That Actually Transfers 40:56

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Drive Coaching Results With Wall Street Weightlifter's 50-to-1 Method 1:05:44

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Principles of Program Design: The Checklists Every Coach Needs 59:25

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Marcus Filly on Functional Bodybuilding Without Burnout 46:27

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Coaching Kids for Life With The Brand X Method 55:17

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Stan Efferding: What Actually Gets Clients Results (and What Doesn’t) 1:10:46

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Inside CNU Stretch: Helping Clients Move Better and Reduce Pain 51:03

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Richard Aceves on Why Coaching Must Go Beyond the Physical 56:07

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Behind the Scenes With an Elite Coach: Jason Leydon’s Top Lessons 51:05

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Why Strength Comes First: Coach Rut and Max Effort Training 50:17

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Rethinking Strength Training: Pat Damiano on the Power of Kettlebells 40:28

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Movement Quality vs. Lifting Heavy With Brett Jones 52:30

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Jonathan Goodman on Scaling Your Fitness Coaching Career 46:50

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Set Clients Up for Success on Day 1 With Movement Screening 45:56

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Nathan Holiday Breaks Down Energy Systems for Smarter Coaching 46:59

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Coaching for Longevity: Mike Burgener on Strength at Any Age 58:41

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NCFIT's Jason Khalipa and MDV on Programming for Coaching Excellence 39:09

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Tech in Fitness: Physmodo's AI-Powered Movement Assessment 34:25

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Coaching Simplified: Dan John's Approach to Strength and Fitness 57:32

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Garmin Clipboard Demo: Using Biometric Data to Improve Coaching 42:11

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The Science of Athleticism and Injury Resilience With Bill Parisi 51:47

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Strength Coach Collective: Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge and Application 8:02