Pole Vault, Meditation, and the Mind of a World-Class Coach- David Butler of Rice University

"Vaulting Through Time – 50 Years of Coaching with David Butler”In this episode of the Elite MMA Podcast, we sit down with legendary pole vault coach David Butler of Rice University. With over 50 years of coaching experience, Coach Butler shares deep insights on training kids and elite athletes alike, the evolution of the pole vault, and how mindfulness and meditation shape his approach. Packed with stories from around the world and lessons that go far beyond the runway, this episode is a masterclass in coaching, philosophy, and the long game of human development.