Speed Strength Show

This episode Christian and Tommy begin their two part series on training the tendon. In the opening part, they dive into some of the science and anatomy that underpins how tendons function. This leads to notions around training principles, injury risk and tissue adaptation. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Christian and Tommy discuss their experiences working with Parasport. Christian is able to share a lot about the unique aspects of training in Athletics working with some of Canada's best para athletes. The two discuss training considerations, programming and how to manage the facility for this type of training. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Christian and Tommy welcome Trinity Western University Head Strength Coach Cole Hergott to the show. Cole is well known for creating a unique atmosphere in "Sparta" full of hard work, fun challenges and athlete's just getting better. He shares his coaching journey, the ideas he had for developing a solid culture of training and how he addressed challenges along the way. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Christian and Tommy close out the two part series on training of the foot. This time the two expand on the previous episode to share their training ideas. They discuss how they assess this area, programming progressions for the foot and some new ideas inspired by the research in this area. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Christian and Tommy begin a series on training concepts for the foot. The foot is often times forgotten about when it comes to training and performance. The two share findings from research and their experience on the foot as it relates to it's anatomical function. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

In this episode Christian and Tommy break down some ideas on how to coach and implement weightlifting with athletes. Christian draws upon his background in coaching the sport of weightlifting to highlight some tips on how to use it. The two also share some ways they have been uniquely intertwining weightlifting into their sessions as well as some new ideas for the future. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Tommy welcomes Christian Prufer as a co-host to the show. In this episode Tommy thanks Braden for the time and knowledge he shared on the show as he sets off on a new career path. Christian shares his background in coaching and the two discuss their history working together in the coaching world. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy welcome Jared Maynard as this rounds guest to the podcast. They discuss how Jared works with his clients when they experience pain or injury. What solutions can be implemented? How can they still train and work towards being pain free when they exercise? As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

The Speed Strength Show is delivering part 3 of this series. In this final segment of the topic, Tommy and Braden explore how they use the theory of motor learning in their day to day coaching. They discuss how coaches and practitioners can determine if learning is occurring and ways to structure sessions for the best possible learning outcomes as per the research. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this week's music selection.

The Speed Strength Show is back (Again). In this second part of the series, Tommy and Braden dive further into motor learning. They discuss how coaches and practitioners can influence learning strategies through the use of cues and appropriate drill selection. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this week's music selection.

The Speed Strength Show is back to regularly scheduled programming. In this long awaited episode, Tommy and Braden dive into the first of a three part series on motor learning. They discuss how learning and perception relate, different models attempting to explain motor learning, and factors influencing learning. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this week's music selection. 

This episode Braden and Tommy welcome back Mental Performance Trainer Danae Frentz. They discuss mental skills training as it pertains to specific cases such as mental blocks in training, competition expectations, self efficacy and performance anxiety. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy welcome Mental Performance Trainer Danae Frentz. They discuss mental skills training, the difference between mental skills and sport psychology, the value of developing mental skills, as well as what is important for a good foundation. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss monitoring and tracking strategies. They talk about the qualities a good tracking metric should have, what types of things you should be tracking and how you can use the data you collect. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Tommy and Braden discuss aerobic training considerations, focusing on applying this information in practice, as well as new ideas or new ways they plan to include aerobic training going forward. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this week's music selection.

This episode Tommy and Braden discuss aerobic training considerations, focusing on the main adaptations, how they impact aerobic capacity, and how they adapt to training. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this week's music selection.

Episode 50! In this episode Braden and Tommy discuss Aerobic Training Considerations, a general overview of the energy systems, why a base level of aerobic capacity for everyone, and some of the adaptations you can impact with training. For episode 50, this is sandwiched between our favourite moments so far and a thank you to the listeners and each other. 

This episode Braden and Tommy welcome University of Waterloo Head Strength Coach, Andrew Hopf to discuss building and S&C program. He covers developing a curriculum, testing and individualization, building athlete autonomy, and collaborating with sport coaches and athletes. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss kettlebell training, including how they are a tool in the toolbox, how they can be used, and some cases where they are the best or only tool for the job. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Tommy and Braden discuss the fascial system and what to consider in training for performance and health, and how it will influence their training approach going forward. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this week's music selection.

This episode Tommy and Braden discuss the fascial system including important training considerations, potential methods to target desired adaptations and timelines of said adaptations. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this week's music selection.

After a short hiatus the speed strength show is back! This episode Tommy and Braden discuss the fascial system including what it is, what it does, how it changes and adapts and why it might be important to consider when creating a training plan. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this week's or month's music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy welcome Chiropractor Dr. Andrew Robb to discuss athlete assessment. He covers the importance of assessment, how it should be used, why it needs to fit the person you are assessing, and some practical takeaways. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection. 

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss warm-ups, including different ways they can be used, increasing their effectiveness and how it should match the session. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss plyometric training, including different ways to classify, organize and progress them, and talk through some questions and ideas the last two episodes provoked. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss plyometric training, including the adaptations you can derive from them and different ways they can be used. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss plyometric training, including what they are and how they were created, the stretch shortening cycle, and some factors influencing specificity. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy welcome back Navio Kwok and talk about helping athletes identify and develop tools for success including learning orientations, feedback, motivation and highlighting the process. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy welcome Navio Kwok to talk about his research in psychology and how it applies to sport and coaching. He digs into leadership, motivation, goal setting and feedback. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss de-load and recovery weeks, including their benefits, how you can maximize their effectiveness and how to schedule them. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

In part 3 of Bilateral versus Unilateral training, Braden and Tommy share the new ideas that this discussion has revealed with regards to exercise selection and periodization. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

In part 2 of Bilateral versus Unilateral training, Braden and Tommy discuss the various benefits each can provide in different situations. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss Bilateral versus Unilateral training, including how to classify these modes of exercise, the bilateral force deficit and a case for using both in your training. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss performance testing, the difference between testing and monitoring, how your data collection can inform training decisions and why it should. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

In this episode, we welcome Molly Henneberry, University of Victoria S&C coach for track, swimming and women's rugby and S&C coach for Team Canada Women's Sitting Volleyball to talk Sitting Volleyball training. We discuss what sitting volleyball players need to be able to do, the unique demands placed on them, and how Molly is able to target these through training, as well as how she tracks and quantifies practice and game stress. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss some of the ways Post-Activation Performance Enhancement could be used, as well as some exciting new ideas they had based on Part 1 and 2. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss the variables that Post-Activation Performance Enhancement depends upon, including the individual, the conditioning and performance activities, and rest times. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss Post-Activation Performance Enhancement, including the difference between that and potentiation, how the literature suspects it works, and some constraints and considerations. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss strength plateaus, how strength is task specific, ways to vary your training to continue to progress , and other factors that influence progression and stagnation. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss speed plateaus, how speed is such a volatile adaptation and using movement variation to combat this. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss the importance of continuing to train as a coach, and some of the more interesting, ridiculous or painful training experiments they have done on themselves. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

In this episode, we welcome Jay Melhado, long time friend, mentor and coach to Tommy, to talk Basketball training. We discuss what basketball players really need to be able to do from a needs analysis standpoint, and how Jay targets these attributes in his training, with some of his favourite drills and exercises. As always this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection. 

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss positives and negatives of different pieces of equipment, considerations for equipment selection and weight room layout. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy finish the hypertrophy mini series. They discuss interesting ideas that came up after reading the research and some considerations when applying these principles to real world training. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss hypertrophy. They dig into some of the published research, reviewing different types of hypertrophy, timelines, and factors that can augment the process. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss hypertrophy, what it is, who should do it, and dispel some common myths about it. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

In this episode Tommy and Braden welcome Zach as the first returning podcast guest. They discuss using movement of the body as a practical recovery tool. They touch on warm ups, cool downs, off/recovery days, and mobility drills. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection. 

In this episode the Tommy and Braden welcome Zach Marchildon as the podcasts first guest. They discuss recovery, how the body uses pumps to circulate fluid throughout the body, how this leads to certain adaptations and how we can use it to our advantage. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection. 

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss weightlifting as a training tool for sports performance. Each of them brings to the table a hypothetical athlete profile, and the deliberate on if and how they would use weightlifting in these individuals training programs. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.

This episode Braden and Tommy discuss weightlifting as a training tool for sports performance. They talk about some of the limitations inherent in weightlifting, and considerations coaches need to make before including it in sport specific training programs. As always, this is sandwiched between random banter and this weeks music selection.