Incorporating Different Training Philosophies

In this episode of the Coaches' Compass, Coach Coop and Jay interview Arnaud Vidaller, the owner of All Around Athlete and head of strength and conditioning for the Paris Musketeers. Arnaud shares his journey into the field of strength and conditioning, starting as a football player and transitioning to studying strength and conditioning in France. He then pursued opportunities in the United States, interning at Bommarito Performance Systems and working at Florida International University and the University of Miami. Arnaud discusses the different training philosophies he learned from these experiences and how he incorporates them into his own training system. He also talks about the challenges of training athletes in Europe, the importance of changing mentalities around strength training, and his app, All Around Athlete, which allows him to track and communicate with his athletes. The conversation discusses the changing mentality in fitness and sports training, the need for better coaching education, and the importance of continuous learning and treating people well. The guests highlight the shift from focusing solely on appearance to understanding the importance of following a proper training program. They also discuss the challenges of coaching and the lack of practical knowledge taught in schools. The conversation emphasizes the need for coaches to stay updated with new methods and technologies, work hard, and prioritize building relationships with athletes.