Hopefully we’ve all learned this by now, but you simply CANNOT train basketball players like powerlifters, or even football players.
With the unique demands of the game, all the stopping, starting, and change of direction, the need to move horizontally AND vertically, you need a broad mix of physical qualities if you want to build a powerful, explosive and resilient hooper.
And that’s why I’m so excited to have Hunter Eisenhower on the podcast today!
Hunter is the Associate Head Coach for Sports Performance at Arizona State University where he works with Men’s Basketball and Triathlon. He previously worked for the Sacramento Kings as an Assistant Performance Coach & Sport Scientist, as well as at UC Davis, Southeastern Louisiana & Minnesota State Mankato.
And today’s show is all about helping YOU build the best possible basketball player!
If the most jacked guys are the best basketball players, then we wouldn’t see the population we do in the NBA.
– Hunter Eisenhower
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Hunter’s background and how he got started in the world of physical prep.
His wide ranging career path, and the value of being “all in” wherever you’re currently at.
An overview of Hunter’s force system and how it came about.
The 4 elements of the force system, and why each one is important to the development of your basketball players.
Why every athlete should be working to build their superpowers.
How athletes with different body types express themselves differently in a vertical jump (CMJ).
Kryptonite: What it is, and why your athletes should be getting some of it in their workouts.
How different cuing can help different body types maximize their vertical jump.
Easy Wins: Simple things you can start doing TODAY to help your ballers stay healthy.
The BIG Question.
A really fun lightning round where we talk Arizona summer heat, kiddos, Hawkin Dynamics + Exerfly collabs, and what’s next for Hunter Eisenhower.
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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.
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
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