515: Chris Chase on Plyometrics, Deceleration and Tendon Resilience

515: Chris Chase on Plyometrics, Deceleration and Tendon Resilience

Author: Joel Smith, Just-Fly-Sports.com May 14, 2026 Duration: 1:42:11

Today’s podcast guest is Chris Chase. Chris is a strength coach and performance specialist with extensive NBA experience, known for integrating biomechanics, movement quality, and strength training into practical systems for basketball athletes, with an emphasis on durability, adaptable movement, and long-term athletic development.

Chris Chase returns to discuss the evolution of modern sports performance training, from force outputs and plyometrics to deceleration mechanics, movement constraints, and load management in the NBA. Chris and Joel dive into the balance between “functional” and traditional strength work, the risks and rewards of plyometric training, resisted acceleration/deceleration methods, and why many athletes may benefit more from simplified, output-driven systems than excessive movement complexity. The conversation also explores basketball athleticism, reactive strength, tendon health, and the art of minimal effective dose training.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Hammer Strength and the Just Fly Sports Online Courses


If you're an athlete, coach, or simply fascinated by what makes the human body excel, there's a conversation waiting for you. The Just Fly Performance Podcast digs into the nuanced world of athletic training, where the pursuit of speed and raw power takes center stage. Host Joel Smith doesn't just offer theories; he connects directly with the people who apply science on the field, in the weight room, and inside the athlete's mind. Each episode features in-depth discussions with a diverse range of performance experts, from strength coaches and track specialists to professionals who understand the psychological components of competition. What you'll hear is a practical, evolving dialogue that cuts through the noise, offering actionable insights into modern training methodologies. This podcast serves as a reliable resource for anyone looking to understand the full spectrum of what drives athletic potential, blending physiology, coaching wisdom, and the sheer love of sport into every conversation. Tune in to explore the intricate details that separate good performance from truly flying.
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