This episode is a dynamic Q&A session with a top strength and conditioning professional from Alabama, Michelle Diltz, delving into the nuances of training college cheerleading and softball teams. The discussion covers:

• Customized Training: Detailed breakdowns of in-season and off-season strength programs for both sports, including limited Olympic lifting for cheer, and the use of force plate testing for injury prevention and landing efficiency.
• Career and Certification Advice: Essential guidance for aspiring strength coaches, emphasizing the importance of CSCCA membership and the SCCC certification, as well as test-taking strategies for the CSCS exam (focusing on graphs and vocabulary).
• Professional Development: Reflections on key career focus areas, including the overlooked value of sprint technique development and the challenge of integrating sports science data with traditional strength methods.

SOCIAL:

https://www.instagram.com/diltzmichelle

OTHER PODCAST COACH HAS BEEN ON:

https://youtu.be/FlnVoGjvkLw?si=p_VChh-R6tDGWCxi

https://youtu.be/MAlF-nhcG3k?si=BKMBVE3apiCB-Vl4

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strength-conditioning-plans-michelle-martin-diltz-university/id1503740738?i=1000534705541

In this episode, we sit down with Bryan Kegans from the University of North Texas Strength & Conditioning program to dissect what it takes to run a successful, high-performing department. Coach Kegans dives into the non-negotiables for their internship, revealing the rigorous selection process, the need for "eager as hell" and proactive individuals, and the resulting high attrition rate that weeds out all but the most committed. He shares the program's success in placing former interns in full-time roles, emphasizing the value of curiosity, the capacity to "grind," and effective athlete interaction as the core traits for entry into the strength and conditioning journey.

The conversation then shifts to the nuts and bolts of UNT's philosophy, covering their use of sports science to manage athlete load. Coach Kegans details their reliance on Catapult GPS for tracking total distance and Zone 5 speed, along with Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates for monitoring jump performance. He explains their innovative approach to data analytics, leveraging UNT students to customize tools like Microsoft Power BI in-house. The discussion concludes with a breakdown of the in-season training split (M-Structural Reset, W-Isometric/Power, F-Pure Power), a preference for the trap bar deadlift, and an exploration of movement optimization techniques like RPR (Reflexive Performance Reset) and the root-cause analysis of the Square One system.

SOCIAL:

https://x.com/Kegans2

https://www.instagram.com/bkegans

OTHER PODCAST COACH KEGANS HAS DONE:

https://youtu.be/i5BJrslfyBQ?si=iCbbBwyp9XUTs7r7

https://meangreensports.com/podcasts/-gmgcast-bryan-kegans/96

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/hwcp-podcast/episodes/Ep-88-Hangin-with-Coach-Bryan-Kegans-e1iag3t/a-a7t8j0h

Tune in for a deep dive into strength and conditioning with Andrew Nilo, Texas State Baseball / Olympic Director and former Hardin Simmons Cowboy. In this insightful "Chit Chat" session, Andrew Nilo shares his philosophy on goal-oriented training, moving beyond traditional sports science to focus on pressurization and biomechanics. Learn why he prioritizes addressing "hardware" (movement deficiencies) over simply adding "horsepower" (strength) to maximize an athlete's "shelf life," using his unique "engine vs. driver issue" analogy.Nilo also covers:

• The practical, time-intensive commitment of utilizing data and technology (GPS, force plates, VBT).
• The importance of highly individualized training approaches over fixed systems.
• The necessity of sprint and jump as non-negotiable movements for all athletes.
• Valuable career advice for young professionals and insights into his current role, including developing the internship curriculum.

SOCIAL:

https://x.com/NiloAndrew

https://www.instagram.com/kilos_with_nilo/?hl=en

OTHER PODCAST - COACH NILO HAS BEEN ON:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/andrew-nilo-high-level-baseball-performance/id1522528277?i=1000683427782

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/andrew-nilo-increasing-human-bandwidth-for-athletic/id1695907028?i=1000664590688

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-5-andrew-nilo-oral-roberts-university-sports/id1772982579?i=1000677367767