This episode features a conversation with Sean, the head strength and conditioning coach at Montana State University. We dive into the philosophy of process-driven athletic training, how Sean manages player health and performance through techniques like Reflexive Performance Reset (RPR), and the importance of fostering a supportive community environment in college football.

Key topics include:

• Career Trajectory: Sean shares insights from coaching across various levels, including time at Velocity Sports Performance, UCLA, and EXOS, and how those experiences shaped his current role at Montana State.
• Injury Prevention & In-Season Training: A look at how the team utilizes structured lifting schedules, body tempering, and "neuropit stops" to optimize player performance and physical health during a demanding season.
• Mental Toughness: Discussion on "stress inoculation" training—preparing athletes for high-pressure environments by simulating distractions and mental challenges in the weight room.
• Culture & Recruiting: How the program focuses on developing players as people, leveraging the Boseman community’s unique support system, and prioritizing the long-term growth of high school recruits.

Whether you're a coach looking for actionable training resources or interested in the behind-the-scenes of collegiate strength and conditioning, this discussion offers practical takeaways on balancing high-level performance with athlete development.