In this episode, Brett and Mike give you the simplest way to change and impact movement when you’re working with your clients. Far too often, we see coaches skip steps in this process and then wonder why their interventions are unsuccessful. If you’re looking for a simple recipe you can use time and again to … Read More
Coaching
Creating an Amazing Group Training Program
This episode of The Minimum Effective Dose podcast is all about creating an amazing group training program. Your hosts discuss several topics such as culture, programming, communication and so much more. Brett and Mike give you valuable insight on how to create a culture in your group training program that fosters continual progress. Plus, we … Read More
Current Projects – Principles of Program Design and Iron Cardio – Episode 37
Mike and Brett discuss recent projects they’ve been working on outside of the Minimum Effective Dose podcast. These 2 resources can help you set yourself apart from other strength and conditioning coaches. If you’re a fitness professional looking to build your career in strength and conditioning, tune in and check out the details linked below. … Read More
We are Failing Our Youth Athletes (And I’m Part of the Problem)
Before I begin, remember I’m as guilty as charged. I’ve made these mistakes and I know better. We are failing our youth athletes and I’m part of the problem. I wrote this to share my thoughts on how we can do better as parents and coaches… and also to remind myself to to stop being … Read More
Digging Deeper Into the Turkish Get Up – Part 1 – Episode 35
This episode is part one of a two-part series on the Turkish Get Up. If you’re interested in digging deeper into the Turkish Get Up to learn more for your own training purposes or to help you better coach your clients, don’t miss this one. The MED duo, Brett and Mike, discuss everything from… Teaching … Read More
The Importance of a Solid Knowledge Base – Episode 34
Brett and Mike discuss their thoughts on the importance of gaining a solid knowledge base as a fitness professional. The fitness industry has a low barrier of entry which can be a blessing, but also a curse. While there are easy ways to get certified and start training, there is so much value in continuing … Read More
Mastering the Basics of the Kettlebell Deadlift and Swing – Episode 30
This episode is a deep dive into the importance of mastering the basics of the kettlebell deadlift and swing. Brett and Mike give you valuable insight into: How to approach your kettlebell training regimen The importance of programming when training with kettlebells Biomechanics Coaching kettlebells and why we start with the kettlebell deadlift and swing … Read More
The Truth about Strength and Conditioning Research – Episode 29
Tune into this episode to get an inside look at the truth about strength and conditioning research. Today’s guest, Antonio Squillante, is a brilliant coach and researcher. He gives us an absolute masterclass on how research works in the world of strength and conditioning. If you are a coach who’s trying to understand how strength … Read More
Programming Kettlebell and Barbell Work – Episode 27
One of the most common questions we get asked when it comes to programming is how to blend kettlebell training with barbell training. If you’re programming kettlebell and barbell work for your clients (or yourself), this is a must-listen episode for you. There are several different ways to approach utilizing both of these training modalities in order … Read More
After the Certification – How to Apply Your New Skills – Episode 26
So you just finished an amazing course or certification. Great! Now you need to figure out how to apply your new skills with your clients. In this episode, Brett and Mike give some simple and effective tips and advice on how to take the new information you learn from a certification or workshop and apply … Read More