Training Olympic Athletes with Mike Boyle

Episode 433 of the Strength Coach Podcast, "Train Like an Olympian: Consistency is Key!" is out.

This episode dives into the importance of year-round training programs for elite athletes, featuring insights from Coach Mike Boyle and host Anthony Renna. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or fitness enthusiast, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and fascinating stories from the world of Olympic and professional sports.

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**Highlights of the episode:**

- The evolution of training for Olympic athletes, especially in women's hockey before and after the PWHL launch.

- How consistency in training has been the foundation for athletes like Angela Ruggiero and Hilary Knight.

- Practical tips for creating effective training programs that balance accountability and year-round conditioning.

- The role of on-ice and off-ice testing in athlete development.

- Insights on lactate workouts, their relevance beyond track athletes, and how to adapt them for team sports.

- A fun look at how the women's hockey game has evolved globally, with increased competition and talent.

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Thanks for tuning in! Hit that play button to discover how training like an Olympian starts with consistency and ends with extraordinary results.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:38 - Mark Fisher Insights

07:08 - Coach Boyle Techniques

09:54 - Training Olympians Effectively

12:44 - Consistency in Training Importance

14:44 - Professional Women's Hockey Growth

16:38 - Evolving Game Strategies

18:58 - Future of Women's Hockey Development

21:00 - Lactate Workouts- 23 Second Drill Overview

25:40 - Aerodyne Sprints Benefits

29:06 - Targeting Lower Abs Exercises

33:09 - Recovery Position Techniques