Speed of Life Podcast

In Episode 009 of the Speed of Life Podcast we are joined by Thomson Remo.  Given Thomson’s extensive background in the sport of cycling, we spend the first moments of the interview covering his early beginnings and development in both road cycling and track cycling.  This was followed by a deep dive by Thomson into the sport of powerlifting, where he also experienced significant success.  With all of this practical experience under his belt, Thomson combined his love for equipment and technology with his knowledge of training and strength and conditioning, helping companies maximize the contributions of their products.  Thomson discusses his involvement with sport teams in assessing power output using accessible stationary bike technology that is relatively safe, valid and reliable.  We discover that more teams are embracing his methods for this reason.  Thomson Remo is a Strength & Performance Specialist trusted by professional teams, universities, and performance facilities worldwide. He’s the Global Lead Educator for multiple industry-leading fitness equipment brands, and he developed testing protocols still used today by USA Cycling and the NHL Combine.  Thomson was also a former professional road and track cyclist with over 20 years of competition experience.  He has also participated at a high level in the sport of powerlifting, achieving two U.S. Powerlifting National Championship titles.  He has presented on high performance topics at the annual strength coach meetings held by the NHL, NBA and MLB.  Thomson’s approach is shaped by years of firsthand experience—on the bike, on the platform, and in the field.    You can find out more information on Thomson Remo below:  Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/coachthomsonremo  Website:          https://thomsonremo.com/    Audio versions of the "Speed of Life" Podcast are available below:  Spreaker https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast--6893415  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4pKknVG2wNItjJedBbH3v4  Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast/id1882245235  iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/325517264  Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/99a1193a-a928-4134-86bd-27716ae49c22You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/  

Episode 008 of the Speed of Life Podcast covers a discussion on the state of US college strength and conditioning through the eyes of Olympic Sports strength coach, Erik Hernandez.  Coach Hernandez has spent the bulk of his career at the University of North Carolina, working primarily with lacrosse, golf and volleyball.  We discuss the changes that Erik has experienced over his tenure at UNC, as well as some important things that have remained consistent in the department as well as with his overall training philosophy.  While many institutions and major sports are experiencing a changing landscape of recruiting, transfers and athlete compensation, Coach Hernandez has managed to control the variables that he can control and provide the best culture, community and support for the athletes under his charge for the duration of their time in college sport.  Erik Hernandez joined the University of North Carolina Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning staff in August of 2010.  A former UNC intern, Hernandez now serves as the Associate Director for Olympic Sports for the strength and conditioning department. He is responsible for the men’s lacrosse, men’s golf, women’s golf and volleyball teams.  In his time at Carolina he has had the opportunity to oversee several other teams including the women’s lacrosse team during their 2016 and 2022 NCAA Championship seasons.  Before Carolina, Hernandez was a graduate assistant strength coach at the University of Tulsa, working primarily with football and basketball.  Hernandez interned at Arizona State University and Niles North High School, along with serving as a student intern at Loyola University (Chicago).  A 2010 graduate of Loyola, Hernandez competed in the shot put for the track and field team and still holds the school record. He received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Loyola and his Masters of Education in training and development from N.C. State. Hernandez is CSCS certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and holds Titleist Performance Institute level 3 fitness certification as well.  You can find out more information on Erik Hernandez below:  Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/hernandezstrength/  Website:          https://www.hernandezhealthandperformance.com/    Audio versions of the "Speed of Life" Podcast are available below:  Spreaker https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast--6893415  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4pKknVG2wNItjJedBbH3v4  Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast/id1882245235  iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/325517264  Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/99a1193a-a928-4134-86bd-27716ae49c22    You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/  

In Episode 007 of the Speed of Life Podcast, we talk about everything from training, business development and managing fascia with Bill Parisi.  Bill has been a successful coach and entrepreneur from very early on in his life.  We talk about his athletic career as a very accomplished javelin thrower at the collegiate and international level and how that influenced his thoughts about ground reaction forces and athletic performance.  Bill pushed the limits once he finished his athletic career and applied it to his coaching business, building Parisi Speed School into one of the top performance brands in the world.  More recently, Bill has applied his knowledge and enthusiasm to fully understand the role of fascia in athletic performance and athlete health.  We cover a lot of ground in this episode in an effort to fully capture the accomplishments and knowledge of Coach Parisi.  Bill Parisi has served as a consultant and/or featured lecturer for several sports-related organizations, including the NFL, USA Football, Nike, Reebok, and numerous sports industry associations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Council on Exercise (ACE), and International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA).  In addition to speaking, writing, and consulting, Parisi has been featured on Fox Sports, ESPN, The Today Show, CNBC, ESPN the Magazine, Sporting News, The New York Times, U.S.A. Today, CBI, Men’s Health and Running magazine.  Parisi lives in Wyckoff, NJ with his wife and two sons.You can find out more information on Bill Parisi below:  Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/bill_parisi/                                             https://www.instagram.com/fasciatrainingofficial/Website:          https://www.parisischool.com/  YouTube:        https://www.youtube.com/user/ParisiSpeedSchool1    Audio versions of the "Speed of Life" Podcast are available below:  Spreaker https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast--6893415  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4pKknVG2wNItjJedBbH3v4  Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast/id1882245235  iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/325517264  Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/99a1193a-a928-4134-86bd-27716ae49c22  You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/  

In Episode 006 of the Speed of Life Podcast, we sit down with world-renowned rehabilitation and performance expert, Dr. Charlie Weingroff to discuss the world of elite athlete performance and rehabilitation.  Athletes are always held up to very high standards, whether it’s the rigorous physical testing and medical exams at the NFL Combine or the daily micro-analysis that takes place during and after games.  The microscope is even more focused on athletes with the growth of social media and hot takes.  However, are we holding those that support the athletes to as high a standard of evaluation and scrutiny?  There are hundreds of millions of dollars in ‘assets’ on the field or court on any given night and we expect the professional sport organizations to do whatever is necessary to elicit the highest levels of performance, while also preserving the health of these priceless athletes.  Do we have highly qualified doctors, physical therapists, athletic trainers, strength coaches, sports psychologists and nutrition specialists supporting these athletes?  A lot of it will depend on the personal standards set by each individual practitioner and their own self-governing rules around accountability and preparedness.  Expecting a team owner, general manager or head coach to adequately screen and evaluate all staff is a tall task.  We talk with Charlie about how he sets his own self-expectations around performance and results, navigating the sometimes chaotic environment of professional sports.  Dr. Charlie Weingroff is one of the most sought-after professionals world-wide in physical therapy and athletic performance. He is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Certified Athletic Trainer, and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist who has worked with countless A-List celebrities, professional athletes, as well as the general population. Charlie is currently based the New York City Metropolitan area with multiple facilities in Manhattan, West Chester County, and southern and central Connecticut as well as multiple facilities in South Florida, headquartered at Foreront Golf and Fitness in Palm Beach Gardens. Charlie has been Physical Performance Lead and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Canadian Men’s National Basketball Team from 2011-2021. He often lectures overseas often, and his relationship with Beijing Yanding Trading Company has brought him through mainland China for the last 5 years. Previous roles Charlie has held have been Nike Executive Performance Council, Lead Physical Therapist for the United States Marine Corps Special Operations Command, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA, and Director of Athletic Development for the Roddick-Grunberg Tennis Academy. Charlie has consulted for teams in all major North American sports as well as Manchester United and Manchester City in the English Premiere League.You can find out more information on Charlie Weingroff below:  Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/chweingroff/   Website:          https://charlieweingroff.com/  YouTube:        https://www.youtube.com/@cwagon75              Audio versions of the "Speed of Life" Podcast are available below:  Spreaker https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast--6893415  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4pKknVG2wNItjJedBbH3v4  Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast/id1882245235  iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/325517264  Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/99a1193a-a928-4134-86bd-27716ae49c22    You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/  

Episode 005 of the Speed of Life Podcast dives into the physical preparation of basketball players with Mike Robertson.  We cover all levels of basketball including high school, college and the professional level, as they all have different constraints, challenges and needs.  With injuries always being an issue with the consistency and longevity of player seasons and careers, we discuss some of the key measures that can be taken to maximize player health and availability.  In the college game, the prevalence of the NCAA transfer portal and NIL opportunities, the dynamics of player development and career advancement have changed significantly from over 20 years ago.  High school players are finding it more difficult to attain full scholarships and have had to turn to alternative means of getting noticed.  We cover all of the complexities of today’s basketball landscape and Mike offers his thoughts on how to give players the best chance of success at any level.  Mike Robertson is one of the most well-known coaches, consultants, speakers and writers in the fitness industry today.  Known for his “no-nonsense” approach to coaching and program design, Mike has made a name for himself as a go-to resource for professional athletes from every major sport, but especially in the world of basketball.  Mike is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (IFAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. IFAST has been named one of the Top 10 Gyms in America by Men’s Health magazine three times in the past six years.  Last but not least, Mike is a devoted husband to his wife Jessica, and father to his children. Kendall and Kade, his dog Finn, and his cats Kiki and Steve.You can find out more information on Mike Robertson below:  Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/robtrainsystems/   Website:          https://robertsontrainingsystems.com/  YouTube:        https://www.youtube.com/user/RobTrainSystems              Audio versions of the "Speed of Life" Podcast are available below:  Spreaker https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast--6893415  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4pKknVG2wNItjJedBbH3v4  Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast/id1882245235  iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/325517264  Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/99a1193a-a928-4134-86bd-27716ae49c22  You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/  

In Episode 004 of the Speed of Life Podcast, we speak with Rob Panariello about the rising number of injuries in professional sports and what can be done to reverse the trend.  After having served in the NFL as a Director of Health, Performance and Innovation, he has first-hand experience in dealing with the extreme demands of professional football.  We discuss the physical preparation of athletes in the off-seasons, as well as the key issues around the successful rehabilitation of athletes year round.  We also discuss the evasive topic of “injury prevention” and whether or not we truly have control over the prevention of injury in today’s dynamic, explosive and closely monitored domain.  Rob Panariello is a former NFL Team Director of Health, Performance, and Innovation, as well as the Co-Founder, Former CEO, Chief Clinical Officer and Board of Directors member for Professional PT.  Rob graduated from  Ithaca College with a B.S. in both Physical Therapy and Physical Education/Athletic Training. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from Queens College. He is a licensed Physical Therapist, NATA Certified Athletic Trainer and NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.  He is internationally renowned in the field of Sports Medicine Rehabilitation and Strength and Conditioning. Rob lectures nationally on these topics and has over 60 peer reviewed publications.  Rob received the prestigious National Strength and Conditioning Association President’s Award in 1998 and was elected to the USA Strength and Conditioning Hall of Fame in 2003.  You can find out more information on Rob Panariello below:  LinkedIn:       https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-panariello-a288905b/      Audio versions of the "Speed of Life" Podcast are available below:  Spreaker https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast--6893415  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4pKknVG2wNItjJedBbH3v4  Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast/id1882245235  iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/325517264  Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/99a1193a-a928-4134-86bd-27716ae49c22You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/  

Episode 003 of the Speed of Life Podcast involves an in depth discussion on the business of fitness and human performance with Seattle-based entrepreneur and gym owner, Luka Hocevar.  In our talk, Luka outlines his path to success starting from ambitious beginnings as a professional basketball player, but ultimately looking for a transition out of his career as an athlete.  He quickly discovered his talent and passion for coaching others.  The discovery also included a great deal of hard work and trial-and-error, figuring out how to run a successful business, but also how to lean on the wisdom and experience of others.  He has gradually turned his passion and work ethic into a thriving, multi-faceted business career that continues to evolve and provide a high level of service to his clients. Luka Hocevar was born and raised in Ljubljana, Slovenia and gives credit to basketball, fitness and coaches in taking him from going down the wrong path in crime, to becoming a professional basketball player in the elite European Leagues as well as the NBA Summer Pro League. After his professional career Luka went into his passion of training to affect other like the coaches that changed his life. He has been a coach for 14 years building skillsets in every area associated with physical and mental performance, as well as body transformation.  Luka is the founder and co-owner of the Vigor Ground gym in Ljubljana, Slovenia and owner of the Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance in Seattle, WA, both gyms recognized as leaders in coaching in each respective country, where they have cumulatively coached and transformed over 8,000 clients in total since 2006. Luka is also the creator of Vigor Ground Fitness and Business Summit, one of the industries most respected educational events for coaches and gym owners.  He has personally coached over 3,000 clients from the highest level professional athletes in the NBA, NFL, UFC, MLB college and high school, rehab patients with many different types of injuries/conditions, and clients from every walk of life looking to achieve looking, feeling, and performing better.  You can find out more information on Luka Hocevar below:  Instagram:                   https://www.instagram.com/lukahocevar/ Website:                      https://lukahocevar.com/ YouTube:                    https://www.youtube.com/user/HocevarPerformance    Audio versions of the "Speed of Life" Podcast are available below:  Spreaker https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast--6893415  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4pKknVG2wNItjJedBbH3v4  Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast/id1882245235  iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/325517264  Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/99a1193a-a928-4134-86bd-27716ae49c22    You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/  

In Episode 002, I sit down with Dr. Pat Davidson to discuss his training philosophy and how it has evolved over years of coaching others, training trainers and throwing himself into all sorts of physical challenges.  Whether it is team sports, mixed martial arts, powerlifting or bodybuilding, Pat has risked life and limb to challenge himself and gain a better understanding of how training can be optimized.  We discuss the key connections he makes with students while teaching his courses worldwide, breaking down the most complex tasks into critical components that form the foundation of performance.  He outlines his system and the guidelines that make up his system, making it easy for coaches and trainers to operate with guard rails, but also a level of independence to explore and innovate with their clients.  You can feel the passion for training coming from each of Pat’s responses, giving us the impression that he views every training project as a puzzle that he is trying to assemble as effectively and efficiently as possible.  Pat Davidson, Ph.D, is an exercise physiologist, strength and conditioning coach, author, consultant, and traveling lecturer. Pat started out in the fitness world as an athlete who was looking to find any training and nutrition tool possible to make him the best he could possibly be at sports. This passion for training knowledge ultimately led Pat to pursuing a Master’s in Science in Strength and Conditioning, and a Ph.D in Exercise Physiology. Pat has worked as a Professor of Exercise Science at Springfield College and Brooklyn College, along with being the Director of Continuing Education and Training Methodology at Peak Performance in NYC.  He continues to present his concepts and ideas throughout the world to strength coaches, personal trainers and rehabilitation professionals.  You can find out more information on Dr. Pat Davidson below:Instagram:                   https://www.instagram.com/dr.patdavidson/  Website:                      https://www.drpatdavidson.net/You can subscribe to the Speed of Life Podcast via any of the following links:Spreaker https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast--6893415Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4pKknVG2wNItjJedBbH3v4Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speed-of-life-podcast/id1882245235iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/325517264Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/99a1193a-a928-4134-86bd-27716ae49c22  You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/  

In Episode 001, I have the pleasure of re-connecting with Don Saladino, who was my podcast partner for over seven years.   We circle back to find out what Don is doing now, including hearing about his new “Stronger” podcast project.  Don has famously completed a successful transition from brick-and-mortar fitness facilities – serving many top movie stars – to a digital health and wellness empire.  We hear about his current promotions and communities, as well as how he manages to stay in tip-top shape given his demanding schedule.  In many ways, he is pursuing a high speed of life, while maintaining a high quality of life.  He is constantly developing new partnerships with various corporate brands, while also having more than enough time for family.  Don Saladino is a globally recognized performance coach and health entrepreneur who has spent more than 3 decades helping individuals, teams, and organizations raise their standards and achieve sustainable success. Known for transforming how people approach fitness, resilience, and long-term performance, Don has coached some of the world’s highest performers and built a community that spans nearly 100 countries. His career includes founding two New York City performance facilities, launching one of the earliest digital training platforms, and advising top wellness companies on strategy and development. Don’s work blends science-based training, practical leadership principles, and real-world experience to help audiences build consistency, elevate their habits, and perform at the highest level.  You can find out more information on Don Saladino below:  Instagram:                   https://www.instagram.com/donsaladino/  Website:                      https://www.donsaladino.com    You can reach Derek Hansen at the following locations:  Websiteshttp://www.SprintCoach.comhttps://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/derekmhansen/YouTubehttp://youtube.com/derekmhansen Twitter/Xhttps://x.com/DerekMHansenLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmhansen/