Mike Boyle on Underrated Exercises; Ruining Athletes; Kickstand DL & Seated Psoas

Episode 426 of the Strength Coach Podcast is here!

Join host Anthony Renna as he chats with Mike Boyle about smarter strategies for managing athlete training without overloading.

Highlights of this episode include:

- Insights from Coach Boyle on how to balance training stressors and avoid unnecessary overload.

- A discussion his most underrated exercise

- What he thinks about the Trap Bar Kickstand Deadlift

- Business for Unicorns tips from Mark Fisher on optimizing gym models, pricing, and space utilization for a successful fitness business.

- Personal stories from Coach Boyle’s visit to the Hockey Hall of Fame, celebrating connections and pinch-me moments.

We spoke about practical ways to approach athlete conditioning, the importance of understanding recovery and stress management, and how good coaches can avoid grinding athletes down with excessive volume.

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Don’t miss this engaging episode packed with actionable strategies and inspiring stories. Thanks for listening!

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:31 - Business for Unicorns: Model Optimization

09:49 - Coach Boyle's at the Hockey Hall of Fame

14:41 - Lifelong Learning in Coaching

15:32 - Knowing Your Limits in Training

18:20 - Perception vs. Reality in Fitness

21:18 - Boosting Instagram Views

25:08 - Trap Bar Kickstand Deadlift thought

27:35 - Progressing Psoas Exercise Techniques

28:14 - Slideboard Lunges Explained

33:00 - Understanding Stress in Training

38:35 - Balancing Fitness and Life

42:17 - Language of Longevity in Wellness

43:58 - Thanks for Joining Us