Eric Martins Podcast

Football Players Are Breathing Wrong — and it's costing them stamina, recovery time, and so much potential. In this episode, breathing performance expert Stefan Peter breaks down exactly how elite footballers should be controlling their breath — and what most players are doing wrong.Whether you're a professional, semi-pro, or Sunday league sprout, this will change how you train.In this episode you'll learn:Why most footballers unconsciously breathe in a way that kills performanceThe breathing techniques used by elite athletes to boost endurance and recoveryHow breathwork directly impacts your football longevityStefan Peter's step-by-step method to rewire your breathing habits fastThe link between box breathing, nervous system control, and match-day performance🔽Follow Stefan Here🔽Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stefanpetercoaching/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stefanpetercoaching/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanpetercoaching/Website: https://stefanpetercoaching.com/🔽Here are all my socials🔽https://solo.to/ericmartins---------------------------------------------------------Timestamps: 0:00 - Are Young Athletes Under Too Much Pressure?0:57 - Biggest Takeaway From FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup1:30 - How To Improve Confidence In Sport?3:00 - Why Do Players Lose Focus After A Goal Or Whistle?5:13 - What Is An Elite Football Personality?7:21 - How Can Athletes Get Better Sleep?8:51 - Top 3 Mistakes To Using Your Breathe To Focus?11:39 - How To Control Your Reactions In Games?12:50 - Advice After Losing & Mistakes15:23 - How To Master Mental Resilience?16:11 - Can Visualization Help You In Sports?17:05 - Final Piece Of Advice For Young Footballers?#soccer #football #breathe #breathing #yoga #soccergoalkeeper #soccerplayer #premierleague #haaland #meditation #salah #soccerskills #footballer #footballskills #fifa

This is the story of Vicky Bruce — a former pro footballer who played in 8+ countries, won a D1 National Championship at University of North Carolina, and even faced FC Barcelona in a Champions League match.In this interview, Vicky shares:🔥 The story behind her bicycle kick goal in Sweden💪 How she came back from one of the toughest knee injuries imaginable🏆 What it really takes to reach the highest level of the gameIf you’re an athlete chasing big goals, this is one you don’t want to miss.Watch to find out 👀🔽Follow Vicky Here🔽Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trickyvicky64/?hl=enX: https://x.com/trickyvicky64/media?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/trickyvicky64/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickybruce1/🔽Here are all my socials🔽https://solo.to/ericmartins---------------------------------------------------------Timestamps: 0:00 - Who Is Vicky Bruce?0:30 - ODP U14 National Team1:40 - Unhappy Triad Knee Injury (ACL, MCL, Meniscus) 4:11 - UNC 2012 National Champions5:12 - What Makes A Good Captain?5:50 - Playing Overseas With Rangers FC 6:42 - Pro Contracts For Female Footballers7:05 - Do Pros Need A Second Job?7:16 - Culture In Cyprus With Apollon FC8:03 - Bicycle Kick Goal In Sweden8:52 - Sweden Vs Iceland Weather9:13 - Champions League Vs FC Barcelona10:46 - Language Barrier In Bundesliga With SC Sand11:33 - Winning League With Bristol City FC (Factors For Team Success) 12:53 - Broken Nose Goal In Australia With Western Sydney Wanderers14:15 - 3 Non-Negotiable Skills For Defenders15:01 - Future Of Men's Vs Women's Soccer15:57 - How Powerful Is Inspiration? (USWNT)16:17 - Advice For Young Players#fcbarcelona #soccer #football #myth #worldcup #goal #goalie #premierleague #eafc26 #championsleague #messi #footballer #goals #challenge #mls #footballskills #fifa #podcast

If you've ever wanted what was it like to be a top goal scorer at the professional level, then ask Jake. Ever since he was young, Jake has been scoring left and right.He started off at Binghamton University and became their athlete of week on multiple occasions. After he got drafted to the Philadelphia Union, he decided to begin his career with FCA Darmstadt in Germany?He moved to Galway United in Ireland before jumping into the NASL with Fc Edmonton in Canada. He scored countless of times across the seasons and decided to move back to Europe one more time with St. Patrick's Athletic. He got to play at the highest level and faced teams like Newcastle and Liverpool FC on occasions. Nevertheless, when he returned to America, he wanted more, and won the USL League One Title in 2020. In this episode, he dives deep into the reality of playing in different countries and ultimately what it takes to make to the next level.Check out Jake Here:https://www.instagram.com/keegan.jake/?hl=en https://x.com/jake__keegan 🔽Here are all my socials🔽https://solo.to/ericmartins---------------------------------------------------------0:00 - Who Is Jake Keegan?0:38 - How Was Soccer At Binghamton University?1:05 - What Challenges Did You Face With FCA Darmstadt?2:30 - What Did A Day In the Life With Galway United?3:10 - Differences Between Europe & Canada With FC Edmonton?3:45 - How To Stand Out At A Trial/Tryout?4:38 - St Patrick's Athletic Vs Newcastle United5:05 - What Does A Pro Contract Look Like?5:25 - How Can Weather Impact Players?5:43 - How Do You Define Success?6:31 - How Have You Overcame Failure Or Injuries?7:02 - Favorite Goal Vs Charlotte FC7:21 - Training With David Villa, Trent Alexander-Arnold7:29 - Favorite Club Culture At Galway United7:51 - Advice For Coaches8:20 - Advice To Go Pro#goal #soccer #football #myth #worldcup #goalkeeper #goalie #premierleague #eafc26 #championsleague #messi #footballer #goals #challenge #mls #footballskills #fifa #podcast

Meet Joe Tutino — the voice of L.A. GalaxyBorn from southern California, Joe grew up inspired by pro sports. After school, he launched the Jim Rowe Show & began daily broadcasting.Later, Joe jumped into directing variuos programs and eventually joined the LA Galaxy Family.But his story wasn’t easy...In this episode, he opens up on the grind of sports radio, the evolution of major league soccer, and how to be relentless at the top level.Whether you're into sports, broadcasting, or stories of resilience — this one’s for youTap in, get inspired, and listen to Joe's journey.Follow Joe Here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-tutino-72409826/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joetutino/?hl=en X: https://x.com/joetutino?lang=en🔽Here are all my socials🔽https://solo.to/cyperhd---------------------------------------------------------Timestamps:0:00 - Who is Joe Tutino?0:24 - Why sports broadcasting?0:45 - What is the hardest part of sports radio?1:22 - First MLS Match NY Metro Stars Vs LA Galaxy1:57 - Day in the life of MLS Commentating2:47 - How to be a better storyteller?3:43 - Who played the biggest impact? (Tony Gwynn)4:37 - LA Derby: LAFC Vs LA Galaxy5:55 - American vs European Football Culture6:51 - How to become relentless?7:22 - Gameday Routine8:20 - What is the hardest life moment?9:26 - Loyalty with LA Galaxy9:51 - Advice for working in pro sports

This is the story of Theron Enns. Growing up, Theron was captivated by professional sports and kickstarted his career with Villanova's Men's and Women's soccer teams. Then, he moved to the New York Jets and overcame the challenges of the NFL's schedule.After, Theron transitioned to the Colorado Rapids and Houston Dynamo, and grew a passion for mastering sports performance. He knowledge expanded with the X Games, NWSL, and even more with the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team.Today, Theron serves as the Athletic Director for Real Salt Lake and leads a high-performance medical staff.In this interview, he explains the reality of working at the top levels and shares how he carved his own path to the top of sports medicine. Follow Theron Here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theronenns/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soccersportsmed/?hl=en PSATS podcast: https://www.psats.net/members/mls/real-salt-lake/theron-enns/ X: https://x.com/soccersportsmed?lang=en🔽Here are all my socials🔽https://solo.to/cyperhd---------------------------------------------------------15 Lessons Learned:1 "Success = preparation + opportunity"2 "You have to be a trustworthy person"3 "Instead of saying I Don't Know, say, I'll find out"4 "Don't be a fanboy, learn to respect every individual"5 "Understand what's most important for the coach and player"6 "Volunteer or work for a lower level before trying to reach the next level"7 "Build relationships with everyone, life is a people person business"8 "Be humble and patient, the opportunity will come"9 "Become irreplaceable, Work as hard as you can, show your true worth"10 "Athletes are like race cars, fine tune them every day to avoid a big crash"11 "Have pride in yourself, you're not just representing yourself, but the entire team"12 "Be a life long learner, you can always become a smarter person"13 "Create a system for your athlete to progress in"14 "Use technology and science for your advantage"15 "The grass isn't always greener, it's probably more of a grind then you can imagine"Timestamps:0:00 - Who is Theron Enns?0:36 - Why Athletic Training?0:54 - Villanova University1:11 - New York Jets1:48 - USMNT Training Camp2:18 - Colorado Rapids FC3:09 - X-Games3:44 - Tibial Plateau Ski Fracture4:27 - USMNT VS Mexico 20154:53 - Houston Dynamo FC5:31 - Real Salt Lake FC6:39 - Evolution of Sports Medicine7:26 - Most Under looked Aspect Of Athletic Training8:30 - Non-negotiables For Building Culture8:50 - Long Term Rehab Success Vs Failure10:15 - Advice For Working In Pro Sports

This is the story of Ali Hall. Growing up, Ali's father inspired her to play soccer as she looked up to many legends like Michelle Akers and Gerrard Pique. During her teens, she dominated the youth game and was able to win a national championship at 15 years old. Quickly, she transitioned into the University of Tennessee and got to compete at the division 1 level. After graduation, she moved to California and began playing beach soccer at 26 years old. Soon, Ali picked up the sport and joined a local club, Cali Beach SC, and became the captain of her team. With time, she signed a contact with the U.S. Women’s National Team and started competing in several international tournaments. Ali’s leadership led her to win many awards as she now advocates more players to explore other parts of the game. Without a doubt, this episode is one full of value... Follow Ali Here! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandriaehall/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandriaehall/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alihall_10 Cali Beach Soccer: https://www.calibsc.com/biography 🔽Here are all my socials🔽 https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who Is Ali Hall? 0:28 - Childhood & Inspiration 0:40 - Michelle Akers & Gerrard Pique 1:01 - Advice For Players, Club National Champions 1:30 - University of Tennessee & Strong Mindset 2:20 - Club Vs International Beach Soccer 3:11 - Grass Vs Beach Soccer 4:40 - Promoting Beach Soccer & Beach Soccer World Cup 4:58 - Cali Beach Soccer & Future Of Beach Soccer 5:41 - Favorite Memory 5:57 - Advice For Footballers & Football Financial Insecurity 6:37 - Day In The Life Of A Beach Soccer Pro 6:56 - Coaching & Motivation 7:29 - Final Message

This is the story of Luis Swisher. Initially born from Guatemala, Luis quickly fell in love with the beautiful game. Growing up, he was inspired by his Uncle's career and looked up to Romario, Ronaldo, and later Cafu. At 18 years old, he made his pro debut in their first division, he made his international debut, and got to play in some world cup and olympic qualifying matches. In the mid 2000's, he became the first Guatemalan to transfer to a European club. After his retirement from the professional world, he began working with FIFpro to improve the landscape for the next generation of footballers. He continue pursing his education and graduated from ESI with his Master's in Business Administration. Then, he began his path into coaching and started working with DC United, NY Red Bulls, FC Boulder, and St Louis FC. Today, Luis is an experienced coach rising for St. Louis SC in the MLS Next program. Check this interview out to learn more on where the game is moving forward 🔽Check out Luis here🔽 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-swisher-b0928b62/ Twitter: https://x.com/luiswisher?lang=en 🔽Here are all my socials🔽 https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who is Luis Swisher? 0:20 - Growing Up 0:33 - FC Barcelona Inspiration 1:01 - Guatemalan 1st Division 1:17 - International Vs Club Football 1:53 - Polish Premier League(Ekstraklasa) & Traveling 2:47 - How To Not Get Burnt Out 3:14 - Day In The Life Of A Footballer 3:44 - 2002 Guatemala Vs USA Mens National Team; Xelaju League Champions 4:17 - FIFPro, Importance of Footballer Rights & Wages 4:52 - MLS Youth Coaching, DC United, NY Red Bulls 5:50 - What Do Scouts Look For; Scouting In USL 6:40 - Coaching Younger Vs Older Players; FC Boulder 7:21 - ST Louis SC; MLS Next Program 7:47 - What Skills Do Good Defenders Need? 8:35 - 1990s vs 2020's Football; Impact of VAR 9:19 - Advice For Young Footballers & Coaches

This is the Story of Eric Schwartz. From Student to the Head MLS Athletic Trainer for the New England Revolution. Initially born from St. Louis, Eric grew up inspired by all types of sports. He fell in love with soccer and looked up to Landon Donvan at an early age. After getting his masters from the University of Arkansas, Eric went on a season internship with DC United. He spent a few years with the club, working his way from throughout the academy and later the first team. He built many relationships and even got to work with some elite professionals such as Wayne Rooney. After Covid-19 took storm, he moved to Sporting KC and became more educated in the field. He learned the science to dry needling and took part in their high performance summit during 2022. In his final season with Sporting, they made an unbelievable push into the playoffs and found success against his hometown team, St. Louis SC. Today Eric remains passionate, optimistic, and driven to serve the next generation of footballers. Now, he is the director of sports medicine for the New England Revolution. I hope you enjoy tuning into the story of Eric Schwartz. 🔽Check out Eric here🔽 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-schwartz-17a31212b/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/schwartzy_12/ PSATS: https://www.psats.net/members/mls/new-england-revolution/eric-schwartz/ 🔽Here are all my socials🔽 https://solo.to/cyperhd ---------------------------------------------------------

The Best & Worst Injury Prevention Tools: Ranked By Dr. Matt Sweeney This is Dr. Matthew Sweeney. He's Sports physical therapist, a 2nd level Crossfit coach, and an expert of sports science. Today, Matt breaks down every modality to injury prevention and shares his expertise on each type of therapy. In the rehab space, there is often a lot of confusion as to which tools are the most valuable for a case, but today Matt explains which tools would be the best for you. Is Ice benefical? Should providers focus on manuel techniques more? How important is training and nutrition? Overrated or Underrated...? 30 different tools... Enjoy the episode! 🔽Check out Matt here🔽 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-o-sweeney-dpt-86b0aa23/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattosweeney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattsweeney.dpt/ Twitter: https://x.com/mattsweeneydpt?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StrengthandSportPhysicalTherapy Website: https://www.strengthandsportpt.com/ Follow Strength & Sport: https://www.instagram.com/strengthandsport/ Rhody Strength Podcast: https://www.strengthandsportpt.com/rhody-strength-podcast 🔽Here are all my socials🔽 https://solo.to/cyperhd

This is the story of Adriano Del Monte. The dynamic Italian/Australian international sports presenter and event host is currently based in the vibrant city of Milan. With an illustrious career spanning across renowned networks such as beIN Sports, ESPN, BT Sport, Optus Sport, Sony Sports, and SuperSport, Adriano has solidified his position as a prominent figure in the world of sports broadcasting. Beginning his television presenting career with prestigious platforms like The Guardian, ESPN, and Sky Sports, Adriano has covered a multitude of sporting events, including numerous FIFA World Cups, the 2020 European Championships, and tennis grand slams. His interviews with sporting icons such as Lionel Messi, Serena Williams, and Jose Mourinho have captivated audiences worldwide.Currently serving as the presenter and event host for AC Milan's English-language weekly show, Adriano keeps fans across the globe engaged with exclusive insights into the club's latest developments. His role extends beyond club football as he has hosted key UEFA events like the UEFA Europa League Group Stage Draw and FIFA World Cup Playoff Draws.Adriano's contributions to networks like BT Sport, Optus Sport, ESPN, Sony Pictures, and SuperSport have been invaluable, with roles ranging from Serie A pitchside reporting to covering UEFA Champions League matches. Whether it's analyzing the La Liga title race or providing live coverage from EURO 2020, Adriano's expertise shines through in every broadcast.Prior to his current endeavors, Adriano showcased his versatility as a radio presenter, journalist, and correspondent, leaving an indelible mark on platforms like Fox Sports, FNR, and La Gazzetta dello Sport. From hosting preview shows for the FIFA World Cup to providing insightful commentary on European football, Adriano's passion for the game knows no bounds.Join Adriano Del Monte on his journey through the thrilling world of sports broadcasting, where every match, interview, and analysis is delivered with unparalleled professionalism and enthusiasm. Drop a thumbs up for some support and check out Adriano on social media! 🔽Follow Adriano Here🔽 Website: https://adrianodelmonte.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianodelmonte/?originalSubdomain=it Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriandelmonte/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdrianoDelMonteTV/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/adriandelmonte Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adriandelmonte Twitter: https://twitter.com/adriandelmonte 🔽Here are all my socials🔽 https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who Is Adriano? 0:27 - Growing Up 0:37 - Education 0:58 - GOAL, Skysports, ESPN, & The Guardian 1:48 - Surreal Moments 2:19 - Radio Host SEN Sport 3:16 - Day In The Life Of 2014 FIFA World Cup 3:57 - BEIN Sports Presenting In Qatar 4:37 - 2017 Australian Open 5:21 - Fox Sports Presenting & Covid-19 6:05 - Feelings Of UEFA Champions League Events 7:09 - Day In Life Of Sports Presenting 8:18 - Zlatan Ibrahimovic's Impact 9:08 - Club Vs Country Football Culture, 2026 FIFA World Cup 10:38 - Football Media & Streaming Platforms 11:55 - Secrets To Successful Interviews, Diego Simeone 13:14 - 3 Skills For TV Presenting 14:40 - Advice For Pro Sports

This is the story of Pablo Di Benedetto. Initially born from Massachusetts, Pablo grew up surrounded by football culture. After graduating from Middlebury college, Pablo went on to train and intern with Mike Boyle’s Strength and Conditioning. Later on, he oversaw FSCR and worked with some of England's top footballers, including Eberechi Eze with Crystal Palace. Today, Pablo will share how to build trust with multicultural athletes, uncover the secrets to injury prevention, and discover the grind of the MLS Next Schedule. Follow Pablo Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pablo.dibenedetto/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablo-di-benedetto-59722919a/ 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who Is Pablo? 0:29 - Growing Up 1:01 - Family Influence 1:34 - Grandfather's Impact 1:50 - Mike Boyles S&C 2:09 - Middlebury College 2:39 - Internship Experience 3:16 - Eberechi Eze Nutmeg Story 4:22 - How To Make Training Fun? 5:36 - Day In The Life Of MLS Next Pro 6:06 - Pre, Post, & Game Day Routine 6:53 - Substitue Preparation 8:08 - How To Build Trust? 8:46 - Balancing Schedule Vs Overtraining 9:45 - Coordinating 3 Games In A Match Week 10:10 - Factors Outside Of Training (sleep, nutrition, etc) 11:09 - Mindset Vs Peak Performance 12:12 - Winning Vs Losing On Confidence 12:43 - Modalities For Recovery(ice bath, massage, etc) 13:34 - Is There A Baseline Level Of Fitness? 15:07 - Best Type Of Fitness For Athletes 15:52 - Biggest Components For Fitness 16:23 - Why Fitness Is Hard To Measure? 16:36 - Standard MLS Conditioning Test 17:21 - Successful Away Trip 18:00 - Advice For Away Games 18:34 - 3 Non-Negotiables For Training Staff 19:04 - Why Are We Motivated Differently? 19:24 - Future Of Sports Performance 19:46 - Advice For Working In Pro Sports

This is the story of Brendan Hines-Ike. Initially, born and bred from the mountains of Colorado, Brendan's journey began with Chivas USA to then dominating the fields across the NCAA. He moved to Europe at 19 years old and recently just signed with Austin FC! His rise to pro soccer makes this conversation extraordinary. Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or just footballer lover, this episode is one you won't want to miss. From the secrets of D1, to the big leagues of Belgium and Sweden, to the skills one needs to be a top tier defender. I hope you enjoy this interview with one of the legends and monsters in major league soccer... Follow Brendan Here: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/hinesikeofficial/?hl=en Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanhines-ike/ 🔽Here are all my socials🔽 https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who is Brendan? 0:19 - Growing Up With Chivas USA 1:15 - School Vs Soccer 1:44 - D1 College Soccer Vs European Football 3:28 - Moving To Europe At 19 Years Old 4:26 - Örebro SK (Sweden) 5:34 - K.V. Kortrijk (Belgium) 7:01 - D.C United (MLS) 8:16 - High Vs Low Moments 8:55 - Injuries, Mentality, & Recovery 9:55 - Historic Debut's 10:27 - 3 Skills For Defenders 11:22 - Advice For Future Athletes

This is the journey of Jamie Robinson. Raised from Northern Ireland, Jamie quickly became dedicated and passionate for the game. His story started at 14, embarking the groundwork for NIFL, UEFA, and FIFA competitions. Jamie's ambition ventured him into acquiring his own reffing business in his early 20s. Yet, his heart remained on the pitch, as he stands as a beacon of inspiration, not only officiating matches but also imparting invaluable knowledge to the next generation of football officials. Let's discover the secrets behind his success as he shares insights on mastering the football mindset, overcoming a 6 month injury, and graduating from Queen's University along the way. Follow Jaime Here: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-robinson-9ab85a91/?originalSubdomain=uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamierobinson_11/\ 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps 0:00 - Who Is Jamie? 0:20 - Jamie's Childhood 0:43 - Jamie's Inspiration 0:54 - FIFA vs NIFL 1:27 - How Referee's Get Assigned? 1:47 - What Is A&H International? 2:12 - Technology Vs Football 2:52 - What Is Touchline Flags? 3:12 - Overcoming A 6-Month Knee Injury 3:54 - How Did Covid-19 Impact Football? 4:32 - UEFA Center Of Referee Excellence 5:40 - Experience At Queen's University 6:02 - Strangest Red Card Moment 6:16 - The Problem With Referee Abuse 7:05 - If You Could Change One Rule, What Would It Be? 8:29 - The VAR Paradox 8:56 - 3 Pillars To Become A Good Referee 9:19 - How Has Weather Impacted The Game? 9:43 - Jamie's Future Goals 9:57 - Final Piece Of Advice For Young Referee's

This is the journey of Rocky Snyder. Hailing from New England, his dynamic 5'1" frame has been reshaping the fitness landscape since the early 90s. Rocky's fueled by his passion of biomechanics and wants to revolutionize the way society approaches health and wellness. Today, Rocky stands as a beacon of innovation, having not only established his own thriving gym but also dedicated himself to educating the next wave of personal trainers, coaches, and athletes. In this interview, we delve deep into the evolution of modern-day exercise, uncovering the challenges plaguing the fitness industry and how Rocky emerged eager to overcome them. From his relentless efforts in the gym, to his work traveling around the country, his insights are a game-changer, for not just athletics but also the general population. Enjoy this wonderful conversation with one the nation's most respected health professionals. Follow Rocky Here: Website: https://www.rockysnyder.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rocky_snyder/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rocky-snyder-cscs-a77a091/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SnyderRocky Zelo's Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@RockySnyder/videos 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who Is Rocky? 0:21 - Jack Lalanne's Inspiration 0:52 - 1990's Vs 2020's Fitness 1:26 - The Decline In Physical Activity & Rehab 2:15 - How Rocky Became A Self Published Author 2:51 - The Evolution Of Rocky's Gym 3:53 - The Story Behind The Zelo's Podcast 4:21 - Modern Day Health & Fitness Failures 5:06 - Are Supplements Necessary? 5:37 - The Problem In Our Biomechanics 6:12 - The Secret To Nutrition 6:55 - Growth As A Multi-Book Author 7:20 - Tools For Training Without Pain 7:53 - The Coming Future 8:10 - Best Advice For Hitting Fitness Goals

This is the story of Alex Couto. Originating in New England, Alex embarked on his coaching journey at the collegiate level, later assuming the role of director at his community club. Now, he is shaping the future of football by nurturing the talents of the upcoming generation. But what led to Alex's remarkable success? At the youth level, Alex prioritizes player development, emphasizing not just technical skills but also the fun aspects of the game. He actively advocates for systemic reforms that could improve the foundation of American football. The soccer system is built based of income and talent, but what if we changed the pyramid for more player development. The MLS is on the rise as well as the 2026 world cup. Alex is on a mission to build soccer school across the nation and plans on educating the next generation of footballers! Timestamps: 0:00 - Who is Alex? 0:19 - Growing Up 0:44 - Inspiration 0:57 - Bristol Community College Head Men's Soccer Coach 1:47 - Massachusetts Youth Soccer Director 2:00 - Wentworth Institute Of Technology Men's Soccer 2:46 - Staff Coach With New England Revolution 3:07 - Boston Bolts FC Director 3:30 - European Football Group & Soccer School 4:38 - The 2 Problems With US Soccer 6:10 - Advice For High School Athletes 6:35 - 3 Traits Of Every Good Footballer 7:30 - 3 Factors For Successful Coaches 8:05 - Final Message

This is the story of Elias Burke! Initially growing up in Birmingham, football and journalism became his passion. After finishing school at the University of Liverpool and studying history and politics, Elias signed with The Athletic. He worked during the 2020 Euros breaking headings about Qatar, fans, and many more events. He became a reporter for Derby County and got to interview Wayne Rooney. The following year, Elias made his dream come true by writing and reporting for West Bromwich Albion. But if you were curious how football reporters like Elias go about their career, then this episode is the one for you. Today we are diving into the steps for writing a perfect story. We are going to discover the reality of pro sports daily schedule. And finally, we will learn how fake news is destroying social media across the globe. Check out Elias here! Follow him on the athletic: https://theathletic.com/author/elias-burke/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/eliasburke?lang=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elias-burke-704b97178/?originalSubdomain=uk 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps 0:00 - Who is Elias? 0:29 - Childhood 0:59 - Inspiration 1:40 - University Of Liverpool 2:15 - 2020 Euros The Athletic 2:58 - Freelance Cs Contract 3:30 - Derby County Reporting & Writing 5:05 - West Brom Reporting & Writing 7:37 - Headlines vs Clickbait 8:50 - Steps For Writing An Article 9:43 - Creativity vs Limitations 10:28 - Business Of Writing 11:24 - LA Hollywood Strike 12:06 How AI Impacts Writing (Chat GPT) 12:45 - Social Media Fake News 13:32 - Quality Vs Quantity 14:30 - Non-negotiable Writing Traits 15:16 - Best Tips For Storytelling 16:20 - Elias's Future 16:36 - Final Message

This is the story of Karl Broadhurst! A 43 year old premier league coach shaping the next generation of footballers! He was raised in Portsmouth but then joined AFC Bournemouth at the age of 12. By the end of his teens, Karl went pro with the first team.Today, Broady is on a mission of training the wolves youth team. But first, how did he stand out from his academy? Because very few players make it at the top level. So what steps led him to over a 13 year career? In this interview we will learn about the reality of premier league academies, discover the beauty of getting promoted, and find out the most important lessons every footballer needs to hear. Follow Karl Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-broadhurst-552460173/ 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps 0:00 - Who is Karl? 0:29 - Growing Up 0:44 - Inspiration 1:13 - Position Changes 1:39 - Bournemouth Academy 2:58 - Debut MOTM 4:02 - Promotion 4:46 - First Pro Goal 5:16 - Biggest Injuries 6:04 - Jamie Vincent 6:48 - Rise of Bournemouth 7:15 - Hereford United 8:06 - Red Card & Crawly Town 9:04 - Solihull Moors FC 10:18 League Vs FA vs EFL Cup 11:20 - Wolves Daily Schedule 13:52 - Footballer Wages 15:34 - 3 Tips For Defenders 16:09 - Best Advice

This is the story of Justin Solomon. Currently, Justin works as a major league soccer analyst for the Philadelphia Union. He's played football all of his life and knew soccer was his passion. Initially, he grew up in Australia and played with a club called Sunshine Coast FC. He later moved to San Diego, and up to Portland Oregon. Justin played at the ODP Club level growing up but graduated his career with the Seattle Sounders. He got to play at the highest levels against some of the biggest clubs in the MLS. He pushed his path further by moving to Mexico and working as a coach. He did freelance training and scouting for almost 10 years before wanting to return to the United States. But now, Justin is a proud partner for the Philadelphia Union and an experience professional that knows more than most about the beautiful game. This is his story and please drop a like if you found it helpful! Follow Justin Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinsolo/ https://twitter.com/j_t_solo 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps 0:00 - Who is Justin? 0:29 - Growing Up 1:00 - Inspiration 1:55 - Biggest Injuries 2:17 - Seattle Sounders Academy 2:44 - Coaching In Mexico 3:27 - Sunshine Coast FC(Australia) 4:01 - Soccer Culture 4:46 - Proudest Moment 4:57 - Day In The Life Of MLS Analyst 5:14 - Favorite Vs Least Aspects 5:37 - Best Formations 6:01 - Underrated Technology 6:34 - Set Piece Philosophy 6:49 - Advice For Analyst's 7:09 - Most Important Skill To Master 7:27 - Justin's Future 7:48 - Final Message

This is the story of Nacho Lerech. A 25 year old striker from Buenos Aires, Argentina on a mission to change the football world. He began with Boca Juniors & Athletic Tucman, accelerated from D3 to D1 in college soccer, and became one of the top strikers in the USL. But Nacho never spoke the language. He spent a year with Rosario, where Messi started in their residency academy. He played in tournaments every year, went on 18 hour bus rides, and moved to several countries in his career. Nacho continued with the Western Mass Pioneers, Vermont Green FC, just signed with Li Punti in Italy. Follow Nacho: https://www.instagram.com/nacholerech98/ Thanks for watching :) 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps 0:00 - Who is Nacho? 0:37 - Life in Argentina 1:03 - Family History 1:25 - Boca Juniors 2:06 - Club Athletic Tucuman 2:43 - West Mass Pioneers 3:12 - Football in Spain 3:37 - College Soccer 4:00 - Biggest Challenge 4:54 - Football in Italy 5:15 - Training Schedule 5:49 - Why Argentina is Dangerous 6:20 - Inspiration 6:36 - Outside of Football 6:54 - Best Drill For Strikers 7:29 - Advice For Strikers 7:55 - Penalty Kick Philosophy 8:18 - Scariest Moment 8:47 - Nacho's Future 9:10 - Final Message

This is the football story of Jacob Davis. He's a professional goalkeeping coach that has defied the odds to become one of the most respected figures at just the age of 27. He’s worked with the MLS academy at Houston Dynamo, won the hardest division 1 conference with the University of Virgina, and now just signed with one of the top clubs in the Canadian premiership: Cavalry FC. But how on earth did Jake become so successful? His work in the youth game is incredible, initial starting in Massachusetts, then moving away to college at King's University, and later coming back and working with Hartford Athletic and the New England Revolution. You can follow Jake Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakedavissoccer/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeDavisSoccer Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-davis120131/ Thanks for watching :) 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps 0:00 - Who Is Jake? 0:35 - Jake's Goalkeeping Story 1:14 - Inspiration 2:04 - Futsal Vs Football 2:28 - Mass Youth Soccer 2:56 - Challenges With College Soccer 3:42 - Springfield Demize Academy & Assumption College 4:07 - New England Revolution 4:22 - Hartford Athletic 4:58 - Daily Schedule With Hartford 5:43 - Craziest USL Stories 6:57 - University of Virgina 8:26 - MLS With Houston Dynamino FC 8:36 - Cavalry FC 9:03 - How To Get A Coaching License? 9:38 - Proudest Moment 10:09 - Top 5 Goalkeeping Secrets 10:42 - Top 3 Best Drills 11:08 - Biggest Coaching Advice 11:55 - Is Height Important For Goalkeepers? 12:25 - How Should Goalkeepers Distribute The Ball? 12:46 - Best Ways To Stop Penalty Kicks 13:16 - Best Advice For Players

This is Kevin Rivas. A 18 year old rising D1 fullback at the University of Rhode Island. They call him Luis Diaz. "Lucho" for short but his story is more intense than you may think. Originally from Connecticut, he grew up playing football with his brother. From a winger to defender, he learned many skills along his career. From being the captain of his high school, to overcoming mental health, and now running into a college season, there is no stopping him. Follow Kevin Here! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_kevnrivas/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lucho.rivash Thanks for watching :) 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who is Kevin? 0:19 - Growing Up 0:38 - Club vs High School 1:03 - College Ball 1:18 - Position Switch 1:39 - Biggest Challenge 2:13 - The Puyol Story 2:41 - Regrets 2:56 - Outside of Football 3:28 - FSA Football 3:54 - Training Schedule 4:19 - Play Style 4:33 - Covid 4:50 - 1v1 Advice 5:25 - Hardest Skill 5:48 - Scary Moments 6:04 - New Surprises 6:27 - Luis Diaz "Lucho" 6:57 - Superstitions 7:38 - Future 7:46 - Best Advice

Today I was blessed to speak with Adam Reakes. He's a D1 coach for Wofford college and has played for multiple semi pro clubs in his career. Initially born in England, he grew up excited. Football became his passion as he moved to the United States at 19 years old. He played for Reinhardt University and returned back to England after his graduation. He coached with Colchester United, then with Chattanooga FC, as well as in the NPSL, Apotheos FC, Inter Atlanta FC, and with the Georgia Revolution. His decade of coaching has shaped Adam into one of the most brilliant leaders at the collegiate level. And so with no further to do, I asked Adam everything there is to learn about how the culture of English football compares American soccer. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reakesie/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/Reakesie Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-reakes-a2041ab3/ 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who is Adam? 0:19 - Growing Up 1:14 - Inspiration 1:53 - Biggest Success Vs Failure 2:50 - USA Vs Uk Football 5:17 - Colchester United 5:50 - Reinhardt University 6:08 - Inter Atlanta FC 6:33 - Weekly Routine 7:12 - Biggest Impact 8:00 - Georgia Revoultion 8:14 - Apotheos FC 8:30 - NSU & Wofford College 9:26 - Best Formation 10:28 - College Recruiting 11:17 - Coaching Contracts 11:51 - Favorite Vs Least Favorite 12:24 - 5 Best Training Drills 14:04 - 3 Characteristics For Scouting 15:11 - 3 Aspects Coaches Overlook 16:10 - Best Advice 16:38 - Adam's Future

Have you ever wondered how hard it really is to be a goalkeeper? Every player wants to be the best, but we all make mistakes. The challenges of a goalkeeper are more resistant to those of any player. Goalies get critized all the time in football. Wether it's college soccer or the premier league, football keepers always seem to get abused. But, why would someone want to be a goalie? You would literally have to be slightly insane. Meet Richard Raupp. He's a 19 year old beast from New York facing the battles of D1 College Soccer. Check Out Richard Here! https://www.instagram.com/richard1raupp/ 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:20 - Growing Up 0:42 - Family 1:49 - Club Vs High School 3:01 - Before College 3:29 - The Grind 5:27 - Position 6:03 - Injuries 6:52 - Outside Of Footy 7:23 - Training Schedule 8:00 - Motivation 8:30 - Covid 9:33 - International Experience 12:01 - Important Skills 13:00 - Scariest Moment 14:07 - Stopping Penalties 14:52 - Best Vs Worst Part Of College 15:32 - Away Games 16:11 - Biggest Lesson 16:40 - Proudest Moment 17:27 - Hardest Struggle 18:40 - The Goalkeeper Fear 19:17 - Future Dream 19:52 - Best Advice

Today I was blessed to speak with one of New England's brightest young talents. Meet Steban Lopera. He's a full time high school athlete for the New England Revolution 2. His story from the streets of East Boston into the biggest stage is incredible. He shared his path to playing for the MLS academy and explained his journey to the top of Massachusetts. Steban's Story is one to not forget. From a young goalkeeper to rising fullback. Thank You Steban once again! Follow Steban Here: https://www.instagram.com/_steban.lopera/ 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Time Stamps 0:00 - Intro 0:24 - Growing Up 0:43 - Family 1:05 - Position Changes 1:31 - Injuries 1:48 - Club Vs School 2:15 - Hardest Challenge 2:48 - Outside of Footy 3:04 - Inspiration 3:18 - Covid 3:40 - MLS Season 4:03 - Providence College 4:33 - Scary Moment 4:48 - Semi Pro 5:01 - Away Games 5:29 - MLS Perks 5:40 - Nutrition 6:05 - Before MLS 6:29 - Academy 6:43 - Offseason 6:58 - Proudest Moment 7:29 - Best Advice

Today I spent the day speaking with the most talented soccer player Rhode Island has ever seen. Patrick Agyemang is a hardworking footballer following his dreams in major league soccer. Football was always part of Patrick's life. He played division 3 college soccer in Connecticut before transferring to division 1 college soccer at the university of rhode island. Patrick is a strong forward, very quick, and has the skill to beat any defender 1v1. Today we are going to dive deep into Patrick's mind and learn what it takes to play at the highest level. How did he go from Division 3 to Division 1 and now to the MLS. He was recently drafted with Charlotte FC and is looking forward to make his mark in the football world. Follow Patrick Here! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrick_agyy/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/Patrick_agyy 🔽Here are all my socials🔽:solo.to/cyperhd---------------------------------------------------------Timestamps: 0:00 - Who Is Patrick? 0:47 - Club Soccer 1:11 - Before College 2:05 - Athletic Family 2:25 - D3 Vs D1 3:08 - Biggest Challenge 3:26 - Injuries 4:30 - Outside of Soccer 5:00 - Fifa 5:12 - School vs Soccer 5:35 - Training 6:13 - Inspiration 6:44 - Best Conditions 7:02 - Red Shirt 7:26 - Height Vs Striker 7:43 - Semi Pro 8:32 - Skills for strikers 9:17 - Scary Moment 9:55 - Away from home 10:06 - Favorite Vs Least Favorite 12:17 - Away Games 12:31 - Nutrition 13:06 - Proudest Moment 13:38 - College Vs Soccer 14:03 - Secret 14:35 - Future Plan 15:15 - Advice for young players

Today I spent the day with Jordan Koduah, a strong and dynamic center midfielder and defender. He's really intelligent, talented, and hardworking. Jordan grew up in Connecticut playing premier soccer with Sporting Ct. He moved to East Hartford Connecticut and played for UHart, He moved to URI and became a dominant force in the middle of the pitch. Jordan is a great guy full of experience and has reached the top of division college soccer. His relentless mentality helped him dominate the Atlantic Ten Conference and USL with the Massachusetts Pioneers. Jordans Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_koduah/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsjkodu Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jordankoduah6988 🔽Here are all my socials🔽: https://solo.to/cyperhd --------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Who Is Jordan? 0:40 - Before College 1:52 - Playing with UHart 2:22 - Biggest Challenge 2:50 - Outside of Soccer 3:20 - Inspiration 4:10 - Best Conditions 4:42 - Covid 5:40 - What is a Red Shirt? 6:03 - Playing Away 6:22 - Worst Part of College 6:42 - Away Games 7:07 - Training 7:40 - Semi-Pro 8:23 - Offseason 9:08 - Surprise 9:57 - School vs Soccer 10:29 - Future Plans 11:06 - Advice to Young Players