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 one and only John Calipari? A guy who has had tremendous amount of success at numerous schools?
Well today’s guest can give us the inside scoop – because he’s worked for all of them!
Brady Welsh is a professional strength coach who has worked in some of the biggest college basketball environments on the planet, and today, he’s going to share with you his keys to success!
I truly believe that ego can be the biggest enemy of the strength coach, and that’s where humility has to come in.
– Brady Welsh
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
What the TRUE ROLE of a strength coach is in college basketball.
Why you need to understand the unique culture and environment of every program you work in.
One of Brady’s biggest mistakes as a strength coach – and what he learned from it.
How to connect with each athlete as an individual, and how that helps you as a performance coach.
The difference between confidence and ego – and why humility has to be a focus.
Brady’s 4 key metrics he tracks when it comes to force plate testing.
Why body weight is something that should be on every coaches radar.
The balance between soft skills and technical coaching.
How to present data to coaches in a way that’s meaningful to them.
Hard truth: Young coaches should seek mentorship and be prepared to make sacrifices.
Why networking is still a key piece of your coaching and career development.
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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.
Author: Mike Robertson
Language: en-us
Episodes: 100
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