Athlete Builder Ep. 25 - Zane Fakes - Indianapolis Colts Strength and Conditioning

In this episode of the Athlete Builder Podcast we are joined by Zane Fakes. Zane is a former college football player and current strength coach for the Indianapolis Colts. Zane shares his journey from growing up with a competitive brother to playing football at Ball State University. He discusses the challenges he faced in college, including switching positions and overcoming injuries. Zane also emphasizes the importance of having a competitive advantage and how athletes can thrive by focusing on their strengths. He reflects on the uncertainty of professional sports and the impact it has on players and their families. Lastly, Zane discusses the role of metrics in athlete evaluation and the limitations of relying solely on physical measurements. This part of the conversation explores the challenges and strategies involved in transitioning to a new position, motivating players to adapt, finding support and guidance, the challenges of making the team, training rookies in the NFL, building confidence and belonging, the evolution of athletes, the differences between college and NFL strength conditioning, and impressive moments in strength training. In this conversation, Zane Fakes discusses his experiences in the strength and conditioning field, including his time with Chad Dockery and LeVon Kirkland. He also shares insights into the brutality of football and the importance of evolving and advancing in the field. Zane emphasizes the need for realistic goals and the support and accountability necessary for success. He explores the possibility of exploring different career paths, including high school strength and conditioning. Zane also shares his favorite stadium and crowd, his preferred music while training, and his dream vacation destination. He concludes by discussing his favorite lift in the gym and his favorite quote. Our supplements of choice: Jocko Fuel: https://jockofuel.com/products/jocko-go-energy-drink?variant=46916594598183 Our podcast links. Athlete Builder on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Athlete-Builder Athlete Builder on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34QCcodvAqAgj7iwk3tdrj Athlete Builder on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athlete-builder/id1715521920 Athlete Builder on Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b5583cce-62bc-4611-ab54-ff367f41632d/athlete-builder Our social media links. Athlete Builder on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athlete_builder/ Athlete Builder on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1athletebuilder Athlete Builder on X: https://x.com/AthleteBuilder Athlete Builder on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@athlete.builder Athlete Builder web page: https://athlete-builder.com Athlete Builder e-mail: [email protected] Our services/products. Buy the Athlete Builder book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9xiGOWQ Buy the Athlete Builder book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/athlete-builder-jim-beebe/1146362511?ean=9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder book in bulk at: https://bookpal.com/athlete-builder-the-blueprint-to-build-champion-athletes-9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder planner on Amazon: (COMING SOON!) Take the Athlete Builder course: https://athlete-builder.com/courses Schedule a time for a Game Plan Session for you to get started: https://link.closersoftware.com/widget/bookings/ab-gameplansession Book for speaking engagements: https://athlete-builder.com/speaking Buy Athlete Builder apparel and swag: https://athlete-builder.printify.me/products Register for the Athlete Builder newsletter: https://athlete-builder.com/newsletter Read the Athlete Builder blog: https://athlete-builder.com/blog Train at Unbreakable Athletics Academy in Plainfield, IN: https://unbreakableathleticsacademy.com Support our charities: the military, breast cancer, and disadvantaged youth: https://theufoundation.square.site