Travis Mash on the Who, What, When and Why of Velocity-Based Training

Travis Mash on the Who, What, When and Why of Velocity-Based Training

Author: Mike Robertson April 24, 2026 Duration: 44:56

Are you interested in learning about velocity-based training (VBT)?

Have you heard of it before, but maybe not quite sure what you can do with it?

Or are you someone that’s currently using it and looking to take your skills to the next level?

If so, this episode with Travis Mash has you covered!

Here we cover tons of reasons why you might consider adding VBT training into your program, as well as best-practices to make sure you’re getting the most out of it.

Let’s do this!

 

Quotable Quotes:

The biggest thing with VBT is that immediate feedback encourages athletes to push throughout the entire range of motion

 

Day 1 is all about creating load-velocity profiles, and we’d do that for all the big lifts like squatting, bench, etc.

 

If your goal is hypertrophy, use a 25% drop off so you get the gains without the negative consequences

 

This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:

  • What velocity-based training (VBT) is, in a nutshell.
  • How VBT provides immediate and objective feedback to enhance effort and intent.
  • The numerous ways you can use VBT to test, train and monitor your athletes.
  • How velocity bands and “training zones” can differ between novice athletes and seasoned lifters.
  • Velocity drop-offs: What are they? And how can they help you build hypertrophy?
  • When Travis starts to utilize VBT with his athletes, and how he gets them started on Day 1.
  • How Travis went about re-building the culture of his new gym when he took over as a coach.
  • Finally, how to use VBT to improve buy-in and create better relationships with your athletes!

 

 

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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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