In this week's episode of Cross-Functionality, Jim is joined by strength and conditioning specialist Stephen Portee. Jim and Stephen discuss how strength and conditioning helps an athlete reach their full potential through speed and power movements, the right workout programs, and through the integration of new technology. Plus, the guys break down some misconceptions about speed, how much of a factor genetics play in an athlete reaching their full potential.

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Episode Notes:

1:00 – Incorporating speed and power movements in strength training

6:00 - Training for speed

8:00 – Using new technology in strength and conditioning for athletes

10:00 – Misconceptions about speed – genetics

16:00 – How speed is different from sport to sport

19:00 – Unlocking the potential of an athlete through strength and conditioning

22:00 – Setting up an athlete for future success

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In this week's episode of Cross-Functionality, Jim is joined by special guest Dr. Nick Serio. Nick received his doctorate in sport and performance psychology, and has helped countless high school, college, and pro pitchers reach their ceiling for success. In episode 66, Jim and Nick discuss the differences between coaching baseball and softball players, training student-athletes to gain the mental edge, and technology advancements in baseball and softball in recent years.

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Episode Notes:

1:00 – Intersecting coaching baseball and softball players

3:00 – Coaching approaches towards preserving health of pitchers

7:00 – Current and future pitching trends

10:00 – Training an athlete mentally

14:00 – Going through a mental assessment with athletes

17:00 – The myth of cookie cutter programs

18:00 – Technology advancements in baseball and softball

22:00 – Nick’s advice for athletes in 2024

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In this week's episode of Cross-Functionality, Jim is joined by special guest Brett Poniros - Doctor of Rehabilitation and Chiropractic. Jim and Brett dive into causes of injuries, dealing with pain through physical activity, treating nagging pain, and why selecting the right physical therapist could plays the most vital role in injury-recovery and prevention.

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Episode Notes:

2:00 – Dealing with pain through physical activity

4:00 – Physical red flags athletes shouldn’t ignore

6:00 – Treating nagging pain

10:00 – Recovery methods for nagging injuries

12:00 – Creating a well-rounded warm-up and mobility program

18:00 – Obstacles face when returning to their respective sport

22:00 – Selecting the right Physical Therapist and Chiropractor

26:00 – The why behind strength training

37:00 – Countering Rehabilitation misinformation

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Jim and Jake are back with a brand-new episode of The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast! On episode 149, the guys discuss hitters producing quality at-bats, how coaches can interpret quality at-bats, and the proper way for coaches to put players in position to succeed. Plus, Jake discusses how hitters can stay sharp in the off-season, the joy of creating offensive practice plans, and how players can approach preparing for the 2024 season.

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 SHOW NOTES:

1:00 – Hitters staying sharp in the off-season

2:00 – Jake’s coaching methods

7:00 – Hitting mechanics Jake looks for in hitters when recruiting

12:00 – Creating offensive practice plans

18:00 – How Jake has utilized technology at the Division One level

25:00 – Hitters producing with quality at-bats

29:00 – Different meanings of a quality at-bat

32:00 – Why runs are equal to or greater than hits

36:00 – Putting players in position to be successful

38:00 – Studying for quality at-bats

40:00 – Getting ready for the 2024 season

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 Why the Epstein Hitting System?: The Epstein Hitting system was created by 10-year Major League player, Mike Epstein. In addition to leading the 1972 World Series champion A’s in home runs, Mike played for arguably the greatest hitter of all-time, Ted Williams…Using what he learned from his career and from Ted Williams, Mike built a system to identify and fix swing faults. Mike received the only letter of recommendation for hitting instruction Ted Williams ever gave out…After working closely with Mike to learn the craft of teaching hitting, Epstein Hitting is now led by Jake Epstein…Jake has perfected the use of video analysis to create a plan to maximize a player’s swing. In addition to slow-motion video analysis, Jake has built a library of drills that he uses to address the unique needs of individual players. For more information, log on to ⁠www.epsteinhitting.com⁠.

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Softball Strength Academy – empowering female athletes to lead and grow in sport…Led by Alabama Softball Alum Cassie Reilly-Boccia, Softball Strength Academy teaches young athletes to develop into leaders and performers. Visit Softballstrengthacademy.com for more information.

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In episode 53 of Cross-Functionality, Cassie and Jim break down how coaches can relay teachable moments to their athletes for better overall athletic development.

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Episode Notes:

2:00 - Teachable moments in an unstructured enviroment

4:00 – Clarifying moments

6:00 – Seeking alternatives 12:00 – Providing feedback

14:00 – Gaining the commitment from the athlete

19:00 – Different feedback for different athletes

20:00 – Challenges for coaches

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In this week's episode of Cross-Functionality, Cassie and Jim explore how future artificial intelligence will have an effect on athletes, coaches, and overall athletics within the next 5-10 years.

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