Strength In Context

In this episode, Schultze and Jorge explore the realities of high-level athletes, the demands of running a business, and the importance of decision-making and mindset. They share insights on longevity, work ethic, and balancing life and career, offering valuable perspectives for both athletes and entrepreneurs. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 Registration Is Now Live! Sign Up At: https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge sit down with NFL kicker Joey Slye to discuss the mental and physical demands of high-level performance. The conversation explores skill mastery, sports psychology, training evolution, injury prevention, and the gap between good and bad coaching in pro sports. https://www.instagram.com/joey_slye/ https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist For Our Only Course Discount: https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge explore the realities of adult life, the importance of flexibility in coaching, and the value of continuous learning and travel for personal and professional growth. They share insights on managing responsibilities, embracing challenges, and the journey of becoming better coaches and individuals. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist For Our Only Course Discount: https://www.pre-script.com/psl1  

Schultze and Jorge explore the nuanced relationship between persistence, ego, and strategic pivoting in personal and professional growth. They discuss how to recognize when persistence becomes counterproductive, the importance of self-awareness, and practical ways to align actions with higher values. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist For Our Only Course Discount: https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge break down what a client's least favorite exercises actually reveal about their movement, pain, and training gaps and why that information is more valuable than any assessment alone.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist For Our Only Course Discount: https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze & Jorge break down one of the most common misconceptions in training, that getting older is the reason you're in pain or losing performance. If you've ever blamed age for your setbacks, this conversation will challenge that narrative and give you a more actionable way forward. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge explore flexible and principle-driven coaching, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, movement quality, and understanding client context over rigid periodization.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge explore the complexities of personal stability, and the absurdity of life through deep philosophical conversations, touching on entrepreneurship, system optimization, and the impact of social media. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1  

Schultze & Jorge explore the nature of expertise in the age of social media. They share insights on how confidence can sometimes mask competence, the value of embracing the learning curve, and how to navigate the modern landscape of information overload. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Jorge and Schultze delve into the intricacies of exercise programming. They discuss the significance of understanding movement patterns, the principles behind exercise selection, and the need for adaptability in training programs to meet client needs effectively. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1        

Schultze and Jorge are joined by Josh Horn who shares his journey from military service to coaching. He breaks down how his experiences shape his approach to developing strong teams and individuals, both in sports and life. https://www.instagram.com/joshthehorn/ https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at   https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge explore the themes of routine, change, and the balance between variety and progress in training. They discuss the importance of intentional variability in programming, how to navigate client needs, and the optimal approach to exercise selection. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join The PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount: https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Jorge and Schultze discuss the nuances of coaching athletes, the importance of understanding individual needs in exercise prescription, and the common pitfalls of overprescribing certain exercises.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount: https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

The principles don't change, only the context. Schultze and Jorge break down how to introduce sprinting to someone with no track background, no real exposure to high velocity, and limited tissue capacity. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join The PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount:  https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge break down how the nervous system organizes the body around gravity, why so many people live with their center of mass shifted forward, and how that shows up as tight hamstrings, cranky low backs, and ugly squats.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join The PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge unpack why most "5-year plans" fall apart and why that's not a bad thing. From career pivots and planting seeds, to being ready when opportunity hits fast, they break down how to prioritize the right skills at the right time, avoid chasing shiny distractions, and make peace with trade offs so you can actually enjoy the process. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 waitlist now for our ONLY course discount. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge break down "emotional containment", why clients quit when you overshare, and how clear, simple communication will always beat complex programming. From reading body language and knowing when to shut up, to asking better questions, they unpack the people skills that actually keep clients around for years. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1    

In this long form case study, Schultze and Jorge break down how to coach a frozen shoulder without getting trapped in the diagnosis. Using a mid-50s client with ankylosing spondylitis and a year long frozen shoulder history, they walk through the decision making process and how to progress from "can't abduct past 20°" to pressing overhead again.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide LAST CHANCE to register for this cohort of PSL1! Sign up now at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Social media rewards certainty, simplicity, and quick fixes, but real coaching doesn't work that way. Schultze and Jorge unpack why mobility drills, pain fixes, and viral cues often miss the bigger picture. They break down how to properly frame problems, and progress clients beyond temporary relief into lasting adaptation. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at   https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge look back on the first full year of Strength in Context. From unexpected growth and global reach to the episodes that resonated most with listeners, they unpack what actually worked, and what surprised them along the way. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at   https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge break down why exercise selection and exercise order are the real separators between "a program" and coaching. We talk intent-first programming, power vs strength sequencing, and more. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge break down why consistency without direction keeps lifters stuck, and what it really means to aim your effort at the right problems. If you or your clients are "always in the gym" but not seeing meaningful progress, this conversation is about turning effort into outcomes. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 enrolment is now live! Sign Up at   https://www.pre-script.com/psl1    

Schultze and Jorge unpack why most coaches get stuck treating anatomy like trivia, and how to turn it into a practical framework you can actually coach with. They talk Japan's "waistline law," how culture shapes what we see as "normal," and why clients saying "I'm just built this way" is usually a systems problem, not a special snowflake diagnosis.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide LAST CHANCE for our only course discount! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge riff on "doing hard things," from stair workouts and cold plunges to clients who tap out when training gets uncomfortable, and how that ties into identity and self-talk. They dig into the gap between who you say you are and how you actually live, touching on values, boundaries, time, and burnout.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 waitlist now for our only course discount! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Scultze and Jorge discuss how to actually pick the right exercise for the right person, instead of just cueing bad reps into the ground. They break down bottlenecks, when you need regression vs when you just need a better constraint, how to use "breadcrumbs" across a program to teach hinges and squats, and why fatigue and constant novelty quietly destroy skill acquisition. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 waitlist now for our only course discount! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

As a coach, you spend years chasing a full roster, then one day you get it… and your life turns into chaos. Schultze and Jorge talk about what happens after you "make it". From there, they get tactical: how to build and use program templates without becoming a cookie-cutter coach, how to tag movements by principles instead of muscles, how to time-block your week, and what systems (payments, scheduling, check-ins, SOPs) actually give you your time back. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 waitlist now for our only course discount! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1  

Schultze and Jorge break down how to audit a training program with real intent. They cover how to gather context, frame problems correctly, and reverse engineer goals to build better outcomes for clients. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 waitlist now for our only course discount. Sign up at www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge strip away the hype around breathing and focus on what actually improves performance. They break down CO₂ tolerance, the Bohr effect, and why zone 2 cardio and nasal breathing can enhance recovery and regulation without turning your sessions into a yoga retreat.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide LAST CHANCE to register for PSL1. Sign up Now At  https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge break down the evolution of a coach's career. They share what they wish they'd known starting out, how to prioritize education and networking, and why mentorship, community, and perspective shape long-term success in the fitness industry. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 Registration is now LIVE. Sign up Now At https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

From goggles at the gym and performative 4 a.m. posts to a one-year "ban list" that would actually improve most people's training, Jorge and Schultze go in. Plus, the one machine every gen-pop gym needs, supplement nostalgia, raising coaching standards, and a closing PSA...don't sleep with your clients.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 Registration is now LIVE. Sign up Now At https://www.pre-script.com/psl1

Schultze and Jorge dive into a practical framework for using arm training to fix shoulders and improve performance. They break down rib cage mechanics, scapular motion, and biceps/triceps work. They discuss how curls and extensions can bias or challenge positions you actually need without wrecking your elbows. If you want bigger arms that make your presses, pull-ups, and shoulders better, this is your blueprint. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 Registration is now LIVE. Sign up Now At https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Intro  (00:00:00) Dog-dad disaster & crime-scene cleanup (00:00:17) Intrusive thoughts & rock-eating dogs (00:07:10) Training check-ins & current splits (00:08:53) Managing aches: elbows, shoulder, "maybe a hernia" (00:10:05) Rib cage, spine, scap: where to start (00:14:16) Using arm work to restore shoulder function (00:16:00) Frequency done right vs arm-day redundancy (00:19:30) Context across the week (00:32:23) Let arm accessories complement the main lift (00:34:01) Athletes need arm training too (00:38:48) Favourite exercises (00:43:12) Biceps vs triceps: bias and challenge (00:48:10) Progressing positions (00:54:20) Carryover template: (01:00:07)

Nick Ridpath joins Schultze and Jorge to talk breaking into the athlete training space, saying yes to opportunities, and learning on the fly. They dig into starting with GPP when a sport is new, building trust with pros, delivering high-level service and confidence and practical career moves like raising rates to buy back time.  https://www.instagram.com/nickridpath_/ https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 Registration is now LIVE. Sign up Now At https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Intro (00:00:00) Nick's path into coaching (00:00:17) COVID shift & garage gym hustle (00:00:55) From HS weight room to 80 athletes (00:02:32) DMV gen pop → back to athletes (00:03:31) What makes coaching high performers different (00:06:14) Reps, skills, and "connect don't network" (00:07:26) Programming a new sport: GPP first (00:14:19) Gen pop vs pros: trust & stakes (00:18:41) Pre-Script journey and standards (00:24:20) Level 1 vs Level 3 coaching takeaways (00:30:36) Finding athletes, buying time & career pivots (00:37:01) Lessons learned and advice for new coaches (00:50:42)

Jorge and Schultze celebrate one year of Strength in Context by diving deep into the ribcage as the foundation of upper body mechanics. They discuss practical applications such as why ribcage position and movement are critical for shoulder health, how narrow vs. wide presentations shape performance, and the role of flexion, rotation, lateral bending, and expansion in unlocking options for pain-free training.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ PSL1 Registration is now LIVE. Sign up Now At https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide   Start With the Ribcage (00:00:00) One Year of Strength in Context (00:03:08) Consistency and Doing Work Without Expectation (00:05:19) Passion vs. Money in Coaching (00:09:11) Value Without a Sales Pitch (00:12:21) Introducing Ribcage Mechanics (00:16:05) Shoulder Pain and Root Causes (00:23:29) From Elbow Issues Back to the Ribcage (00:26:03) Assessment Strategies for Ribcage Movement (00:29:36) Wide vs. Narrow Presentations (00:31:31) Genetics, Breathing, and Training Age (00:39:01) Favourite Drills for Flexion and Extension (00:41:05) Rotation Strategies and Exercises (00:42:59) Frontal Plane Work and Progressions (00:46:32) Posterior and Anterior Expansion (00:50:38) Unlocking Variability and Options (00:58:01)

Jorge and Schultze dive into diminishing returns, taking clients past plateaus, the gap between substance and attention, and the courage to have your own opinions without turning discourse into combat. Join the PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Aging Up (00:00:00) The "Good Old Days" Are Now (00:01:56) Value > Fluff (00:07:40) Mile Deep > Mile Wide (00:10:57) Past Beginner Gains (00:12:56) Problem-Driven Deep Dives (00:23:46) Substance vs Attention (00:27:06) Have Your Own Opinion (00:36:58) Better Discourse, Less Bias (00:41:09)  

Schultze and Jorge unpack how self-help culture often turns into identity avoidance: constant "evolution" with no roots, habits without values, and productivity theater over real work. They dig into choosing values first, respecting who you are now, shedding identities that no longer fit, and building urgency without worshipping busy. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Cold Open (00:00:00) Gym Weird Encounters & Consent 101 (00:00:17) The Coffee Enema Story (00:02:31) The Sketchy Arm-Wrestling "Recruiter" (00:04:45) Pivot: The Self-Help Machine (00:07:07) Who Are You Right Now? (00:10:11) Values vs. Habits & Accountability (00:11:48) Real Growth Hurts: Shedding Old Identities (00:14:56) Environment-Driven vs. Self-Driven Change (00:16:32) Respect the Present Self & Revealed Preferences (00:19:26) Cognitive Dissonance & "You Have What You Want" (00:26:15) Urgency, Productivity Myths & Time as Currency (00:33:28) Tangents: Life Timelines, Travel & Small Joys (00:45:10) Quiet Mornings, Do Not Disturb & Wrap (00:53:29)

Schultze and Jorge break down how to build fast, purpose-driven warm-ups, how to use warm-ups as daily assessments, and how gen-pop prep differs from athletic prep.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Intro (00:00:00) Topic: Warm-ups (00:08:25) Minimalist flow: check-in → move (00:08:41) Sequence: tissue → integrate → load (00:10:23) Jorge's lower-body prep (00:11:29) Principle: prep positions you'll load (00:13:58) Warm-up as daily assessment (00:21:19) Corrective → exercise correctly (00:23:10) First sets as warm-ups (00:24:14) Athletes vs gen-pop; field "pre-prep" (00:33:25) Keep it simple; use movement days (00:43:12)

Schultze and Jorge dive deep into the growing "optimal training" trend and why it often misses the point. From NHL and NFL training camps to the chaos of social media fitness debates, they contrast real-world coaching with internet gimmicks.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 People Are Weird (00:00:00) Wealth, Ego, and Relatability in Sport (00:01:09) Networking and Career Opportunities (00:03:09) Wild Encounters Off the Clock (00:04:27) From Weird Nights Out to Weird Training Trends (00:09:25) The Rise of the "Optimal Bros" (00:09:50) Effort Before Optimization (00:15:06) If There Was One Way, There'd Be One Way (00:19:00) Stop Caring About Dumb Internet Fights (00:29:59) When Fitness Stops Being Your Whole Identity (00:33:10) Learning Through Application and Teaching (00:39:06) Collaboration, Not Competition (00:48:35) Scope of Practice and Playing in the Sandbox (00:52:20)

Fatigue is one of the most misunderstood parts of training, but the truth is, fatigue is just data. Schultze and Jorge break down what fatigue actually is, why it isn't the same as effort or tiredness, and how it shows up locally, systemically, and even at the level of the spine. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Join the PSL1 Waitlist Now For Our Only Course Discount. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Life Updates (00:00:00) Choosing Who Stays in Your Circle (00:03:14) How Training Changed Our Friendships (00:08:40) Understanding Fatigue in Training (00:19:18) Peripheral, Central, and Perceptual Fatigue (00:20:04) Fatigue vs. Effort: Clearing the Confusion (00:22:05) Fatigue as a Badge vs. Fear of Fatigue (00:25:08) When Fatigue Becomes a Problem (00:34:26) In-Season vs. Off-Season (00:36:11) Acute vs. Chronic Fatigue (00:38:28) Matching Stimulus to the Goal (00:39:56) Using Fatigue as Feedback (00:43:10) Local, Systemic, and Axial Fatigue (00:54:15) Coaching Adjustments in Real Time (00:57:19)

Schultze and Jorge break down why effective coaching starts with pattern recognition, not just repeating cues. They explore how to develop a coach's eye, use constraints to accelerate skill acquisition, and structure sessions around cognitive as well as physical fatigue. From building client confidence to knowing when to stay silent, this episode covers the tactical and interpersonal skills that make coaching more impactful. Last Chance For This Cohort of PSL1! Enrol Now https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide We've got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. https://marekhealth.com/rxd Code RXD Don't miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at www.pre-script.com. For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/   Pattern Recognition in Coaching (00:00:00) Why Cues Alone Aren't Enough (00:11:12) Developing a Coach's Eye (00:13:01) When to Intervene and When to Stay Silent (00:25:08) Using Constraints as Coaching Tools (00:35:39) Communicating Progressions to Clients (00:42:23) Skill Fatigue vs. Physical Fatigue (00:48:33) Hidden Sources of Fatigue (00:52:29) Adjusting Coaching to the Person in Front of You (00:55:11) Life Stress and Its Impact on Training (00:57:06)

Schultze and Jorge break down the overtraining myth, explore what actually causes fatigue, and explain how to optimize programming across different training ages. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Class Starts Monday! Sign Up Now. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Intro (00:00:00) People Suck,According to Socrates (00:05:04) Instagram Algorithms and Oversharing Online (00:06:14) What Overtraining Actually Looks Like (00:09:47) Volume, Intensity, and Arbitrary "Optimal" Training (00:11:07) Performance Is the Metric That Matters (00:13:12) Training Age and Recovery Needs (00:16:27) Elite Lifters vs Novices: Stress and Load Differences (00:19:04) Programming to Reduce Redundancy (00:22:02) Energy Availability and Eating Like an Athlete (00:26:20) Life Demands and Training Expectations (00:30:15) Adapting to Adult Responsibilities and Time Constraints (00:32:00) Track Performance, Audit Inputs, Avoid Excuses (00:36:27)

Schultze and Jorge explore the lessons that took them years to fully grasp, from coaching mistakes to business distractions and personal growth. They unpack what mentorship should actually look like, why curiosity beats clout, and how to identify what's truly worth your time.  Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise.  PSL1 Starts August 11th! Enrol Now. https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ Intro and L1 Reminder (00:00:00) How Pre-Script Changed Our Careers (00:01:00) Moments That Shift Your Thinking (00:03:09) Mentorship That Actually Matters (00:09:19) Why Some Coaches Get More Time (00:13:09) Client Effort Reflects Coach Investment (00:16:12) The Problem with "Human Google" Coaching (00:19:09) The Importance of Self-Directed Learning (00:21:13) Big Lessons We Took Too Long to Learn (00:22:46) Everything Good Doesn't Belong in Your Program (00:26:14) You Can't Whole-Ass Everything at Once (00:35:06) Business Bottlenecks and False Priorities (00:37:25) The Power of Taking Action Fast (00:46:10) Nobody Cares About Your Content (00:50:45) Create Because You Love It (00:54:02) Curiosity Over Clout (00:58:01) Let People Nerd Out (01:01:11)

Schultze and Jorge take a step back to reflect on how their priorities have shifted after a decade in the industry. From the chaos of saying yes to everything to learning the power of "no," they explore how experience reframes time, effort, and opportunity. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Saying No and Managing Chaos (00:00:00) What Shifts in Your 30s (00:02:33) Saying Yes vs. Getting to Say Yes (00:05:11) The Cost of Opportunity and Sacrifice (00:07:06) Time as Your Most Valuable Asset (00:09:10) Learning to Set Boundaries in Business (00:10:40) Jorge's Mexican Culture Analogy (00:11:25) Evolving as a Coach and a Lifter (00:14:15) The Rise of Overcomplicated Biomechanics (00:15:18) Textbook Thinking vs Real-World Coaching (00:17:12) Novelty, Cuff Culture, and Technique Confusion (00:21:13) Biomechanics ≠ The Goal (00:26:53) The Real Role of Context in Exercise Selection (00:30:23) Why Most Clients Don't Care About Hypertrophy (00:32:12) How to Use Biomechanics as a Filter, Not a Barrier (00:38:23) Effort Still Wins (00:40:42) Solving Problems, Not Flexing Intelligence (00:45:35) Don't Let Smart Training Get in the Way of Hard Work (00:49:14) Only Dumb If It Doesn't Work (00:50:17)

Schultze and Jorge break down the common coaching cues that may be holding your clients back. From "knees out" to "tripod foot" and "chest up," they dive deep into the unintended consequences of popular training language. You'll learn how language, biomechanics, and exercise selection intersect, and why better communication leads to better results.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Burnout, routines, and self-awareness (00:00:00) Why vague cues don't help anyone (00:10:30) "Be explosive" and other empty commands (00:11:13) How too many cues create confusion (00:14:24) The problem with over-technical language (00:17:42) The illusion of smart-sounding coaching (00:20:06) Stretch vs. squeeze: Context is everything (00:23:10) How cues can ruin good exercise selection (00:25:29) "Chest up" and the glute-disadvantaging squat (00:27:32) The consequences of ribcage and pelvis misalignment (00:30:10) Why "knees out" destroys hip mechanics (00:33:01) Screwing your feet in and why it backfires (00:36:46) Tripod foot cue: helpful or harmful? (00:40:35) Why one-leg work builds better squat foundations (00:45:19) Unintended consequences (00:46:47) The cue isn't the issue (00:51:04)

Schultze and Jorge break down the real-world blueprint for building a sustainable coaching business from the ground up. They cover how to build reputation in a new gym, why being great at solving problems isn't enough, and how to communicate your value, especially when clients don't speak the language of biomechanics.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise.  PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 Accountability and Scheduling as Entrepreneurs (00:01:00) Work-Life Balance Is a Myth (00:04:00) Starting Fresh in a New Gym (00:07:00) Building a Reputation from Scratch (00:11:00) Becoming "The Guy" at Your Gym (00:15:00) Solving Pain as a Business Advantage (00:19:00) Being Present vs. Posting Online (00:24:00) Reputation Is Earned, Not Branded (00:29:00) Building Systems to Solve Pain (00:33:00) Problem Archetypes and Client Patterns (00:36:00) Clients Don't Know What You Know (00:40:00) How to Show Value Without Sounding Smart (00:43:00) Social Media That Actually Helps (00:46:00) Scarcity Mindset Kills Careers (00:51:00) Community Callout (00:54:00)

Schultze puts co-host Jorge de Hoyos in the hot seat. Jorge opens up about his early days in fitness, dropping out of school, coaching through COVID, and why saying "yes" to the unknown shaped his career. They unpack the hidden risks in traditional career paths, how to find direction through action, and the real work behind coaching success.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide PSL1 Registration Is Now LIVE! www.pre-script.com/psl1 Jorge's Origin Story (00:05:13) Dropping Out and Running the Numbers (00:08:39) Early Coaching Mistakes and Lessons from COVID (00:19:25) From Client Obsession to Coaching Structure (00:34:22) What Influences a Coach Beyond Certifications (00:25:14) Learning to Communicate Like a Pro (00:27:22) Why the Podcast Was a Skill-Building Move (00:31:00) What's the Point of All This? (00:42:15) A Harsh Lesson from Jorge's Grandma (00:50:02) When the Wheels Fell Off: $75 Clients and Uber Eats (00:52:55)

Most pain isn't where the problem starts, and most fixes aren't where you'd expect. In this episode, Schultze and Jorge explore the link between foot mechanics and hip function, why chasing pain leads to dead ends, and how skilled coaches assess and adapt in real time. From movement prep and soft tissue work to the power of language and psychology, this conversation dives deep into how to train with purpose, coach with clarity, and earn long-term client trust. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide It's time we get serious about exercise prescription. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! www.pre-script.com/psl1 Pain Isn't the Problem (00:00:00) Assessing Beyond the Pain Site: Hip, Knee, Foot (00:05:13) Movement Over Diagnosis: What Coaches Should Really Focus On (00:10:14) Reading the Foot to Understand the Hip (00:13:21) Small Cues Solve Big Problems (00:18:12) Modifications, Tempo, and Prep Work (00:24:06) Breaking the "Glutes Not Firing" Myth (00:29:28) Client Psychology and the Art of Buy-In (00:32:16) Developing the Coach's Eye (00:35:16) Why Courses Alone Don't Cut It (00:38:10) Thinking Outside the Box—After Mastering the Basics (00:50:02) When Novelty Isn't Useful (00:53:36)

Tempo is more than just "slowing down." It's a tool for control, progression, awareness, and performance. Schultze and Jorge break down everything you need to know about tempo in training, from how to prescribe it with purpose to when going fast might be the right call.  https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide It's time we get serious about exercise prescription. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! www.pre-script.com/psl1 Functional Fads and Research Overreach (00:00:00) When Science Gets in the Way of Experience (00:03:16) The Problem with Over-Personalized Nutrition (00:06:11) Building Identity Around Training Trends (00:07:17) When Research Informs vs. Distracts (00:08:29) Tempo as a Coaching Tool (00:13:22) Tempo for Awareness and Control (00:16:02) Creating Stability Through Pauses (00:18:13) Real Client Case: Fixing Squats with Tempo (00:22:48) Slowing Down for Skill Acquisition (00:26:02) Tempo in Lengthened, Shortened, and Mid-Range Work (00:30:59) Why Some Positions Deserve More Time (00:32:49) Tempo for Strength Curve and Output Alignment (00:39:08) Don't Just Slow Down: When to Go Fast (00:46:03) Nuance, Context, and Adaptation (00:50:03)

Schultze and Jorge explore how improper loading, volume abuse, and a lack of end-range training contribute to stagnation, discomfort, and long-term breakdown. Learn how to tailor exercises to the individual, integrate mobility with output, and coach with nuance instead of templates. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide It's time we get serious about exercise prescription. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! www.pre-script.com/psl1 Wedding Suits and Gym Shirts (00:00:00) The HYROX Identity Crisis (00:06:15) HYROX vs. CrossFit: A Programming Problem (00:09:14) Repeating the Mistakes of the Past (00:12:42) What Makes an Exercise "Poor" (00:20:03) Why End Range Work Actually Matters (00:36:17) Corrective vs. Correct Training (00:41:22) Setting Up Exercises That Actually Work (00:45:15) Real Coaching Isn't Copy/Paste (00:53:25) Are You Training or Just Surviving? (00:56:47)

Schultze and Jorge break down the difference between pushing through discomfort and using training as a tool for recovery. From modifying exercises to managing mindset, they cover how to keep clients progressing even when pain shows up. You'll hear real-world case studies, coaching strategies, and why language, trust, and smart programming matter more than "just resting." https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide It's time we get serious about exercise prescription. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! www.pre-script.com/psl1 Chaos, Stability, and the Cost of Hustle (00:00:55) Client Priorities and the Myth of the Perfect Time (00:05:17) Navigating Pain vs. Skipping Training (00:09:28) Case Studies: Shoulder Pain, Knee Fixes, and Client Trust (00:12:12) Pain Is a Signal—Not a Stop Sign (00:18:21) The Psychology of Pain and Coaching Language (00:24:08) Reframing Progress and Shifting Client Goals (00:34:16) Tactical Tools: Range of Motion, Tempo, and Exercise Selection (00:42:12) The Tool Is Only as Good as the Task (00:55:18)

Schultze and Jorge explore the personal and professional "hills they're willing to die on", from rejecting cosmic excuses to embracing accountability, clarifying values, and doing the work even when no one's watching. If you've ever felt overwhelmed or directionless, this conversation offers the clarity you didn't know you needed. https://www.instagram.com/brandon.schultze/ https://www.instagram.com/jorgedehoyos_/ FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide It's time we get serious about exercise prescription. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! www.pre-script.com/psl1 Self-Responsibility vs. Horoscopes (00:00:17) Stop Outsourcing Accountability (00:02:00) The Power of Owning Your Outcomes (00:06:05) Why Values Need to Be Clear (00:12:20) Follow-Through and Personal Integrity (00:20:12) Launching the Happy Hour Lifting Club (00:26:18) Perfectionism, Procrastination, and Progress (00:31:30) Don't Relive the Same 6 Months (00:50:04) Addressing Problems That Actually Exist (00:52:41)