7 Things I’m Thinking About (And Work/Life Updates)

7 Things I’m Thinking About (And Work/Life Updates)

Author: Mike Robertson June 5, 2026 Duration: 43:54

I’m baaaaccckkkk! Did you miss me?

It’s been a minute since I did a solo show, so I figured it was time to jump back in and hit you with some of the good stuff.

Here we’re going to dive into seven things I’ve been thinking about lately, which are sandwiched between some random work and life updates as well.

So without any further ado, let’s dive in and talk shop!

 

Quotable Quotes:

I think one of my goals with IFAST Basketball is to just help the next generation of hoopers move better than we did

 

You can’t let athletes get hurt in the weight room. Like Joe Ken and I used to say, we (the strength coaches) are the often sane person in the room

 

For me, the most important thing is creating content versus consuming it – it’s trying to be more signal and not a part of the noise

 

This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:

  • Work updates: IFAST Basketball, podcast notes, and the Optimizing Movement Workshop videos are coming soon!
  • Updated thought: Should you write all your programs at once?
  • Programming plyos (especially deep tier) and a shout out to Matt McInnes Watson
  • How I’m evolving my basketball-specific performance assessment
  • Random thought: Are we really doing great work with our young athletes? And are we really developing them like we should?
  • Using normative data to profile athletes and guide program design
  • The power of the HEELS in sport
  • Doing my best to focus more on the SIGNAL and less on the NOISE

 

 

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Mike Robertson hosts the Physical Preparation Podcast, a space dedicated to the intricate craft of building better athletes and more effective coaches. Instead of quick fixes or fads, conversations here focus on the principles and practical details that form the foundation of sustainable performance. Each episode features in-depth discussions with leading experts from the health and fitness world, breaking down complex concepts into actionable strategies. You’ll hear honest explorations of training methodologies, injury prevention, and the nuanced decisions that separate good programs from great ones. This podcast serves as a continual education for anyone serious about understanding the ‘why’ behind physical preparation, whether you’re designing regimens for others or refining your own athletic journey. The dialogue is grounded in real-world application, aiming to sharpen your critical thinking and provide tools that can be implemented immediately. Tune in for a consistently insightful look at how intelligent training philosophy translates into tangible results, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art and science of human performance.
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