10 Programming and Coaching Mistakes YOU Might be Making

10 Programming and Coaching Mistakes YOU Might be Making

Author: Mike Robertson May 16, 2025 Duration: 46:41

I don’t know about you, but I’m ALWAYS thinking about programming and coaching Even in my time off, I’m thinking about making myself a better coach, or how to better help the other coaches that I work with and mentor. Now this could be an incredibly extensive list, but what I’m sharing today are 10 […]

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Dive into the archives of Mike Robertson's Physical Preparation Podcast, a long-running resource for coaches, athletes, and anyone serious about intelligent training. This isn't about fads or quick fixes; it's a deep, practical exploration of building resilient, high-performing bodies. Mike, a renowned coach and consultant, unpacks the principles of elite program design, blending strength and conditioning with meticulous attention to movement quality and injury resilience. Within these episodes, you'll find candid conversations on the art of coaching, the science of adaptation, and the nuanced strategies that separate good programs from great ones. The podcast serves as a masterclass in applied physiology, where complex concepts are broken down into actionable insights you can use immediately, whether you're training yourself or guiding others. Expect a no-nonsense tone focused on sustainable results, critical thinking, and the continuous pursuit of better methods. Listening to this archive offers a comprehensive education in physical preparation, straight from one of the industry's most thoughtful voices.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Physical Preparation Podcast Archives - Robertson Training Systems
Podcast Episodes
Ryan Patrick on Speed Training Mistakes and the Allure of Big Weights [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:04
Training young athletes is tough these days – especially if you’re in the private sector. With so many athletes getting training at their high school, playing sports year round, and struggling to stay consistent with the…
Brady Welsh on Ego, Humility, and Communication as a Strength Coach [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:02
If you were a basketball strength coach, what do you think you could learn working for a coach with NBA experience like Aaron McKie? Or what about a guy like Matt Painter, with his 19 seasons at Purdue? Or what about the…
5 Ways to Become a More Efficient Coach and Program Designer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:14
Unless you’ve been living under a rock the past 2 months, it’s hard to ignore what Elon Musk has been doing with DOGE – or the Department of Government Efficiency. And while I’m not here to play politics, one thing I thi…
5 Reasons You’re Feeling Stuck in the Fitness Industry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:09
As an adult, it’s NORMAL to feel stuck at certain points in your career… …and I believe this is even more true in the fitness industry than others! Look, I’m 24 years in and I know there were numerous times along the way…
AI and the Evolution of Fitness Coaching with Steven Webster [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:00
As a kid, I remember being enamored with tech and what the future could hold. Whether it was watching digital tennis instructors in movies like Total Recall, or imagining actually being IN your favorite video game, I kne…
3 Steps to Creating a Stable of Ideal Clients and Athletes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:26
Most “high level” trainers and coaches don’t like to talk about this, but we’ve ALL had crappy clients and athletes over the years. The person who is never motivated to train. Late cancels all the time (but doesn’t want…