Key Principles of Athletic Development

By Mike PerryCoaching, Conditioning, Mindset, Sports Performance, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

So you want to be prepared? Let’s talk about the key principles of athletic development. Brett and Mike have both been coaching for over 20 years and have learned some valuable lessons about preparation, load management, blending skill, development, and strength and conditioning. We discuss everything above and also cover topics such as: conditioning based … Read More

The Kettlebell Clean and Press

By Amanda PerryConditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

In this episode of the Minimum Effective Dose podcast, Mike and Brett dig deep into the kettlebell clean and press. In this episode, the team discusses various topics related to the clean and press such as: Shoulder mobility Scapular mechanics The importance of the thoracic spine, when pressing overhead How different shoulder anatomy impacts pressing … Read More

Muscle Confusion and Energy System Development – Episode 48

By Mike PerryConditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Mobility, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

Brett and Mike discuss the science behind muscle confusion and energy system development. Just kidding, muscle confusion isn’t a real thing! But energy system development sure is. In this episode, we talk about… Energy System Development Alactic and aerobic training protocols On-the-minute training … and much more. We also give you some guidelines on how … Read More

Principles and Strategies for Non-Traditional Programming – Episode 44

By Amanda PerryConditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

In this episode we explore the principles and strategies for some of the more non-traditional programming styles. Mike and Brett discuss: Ascending ladders Descending ladders Strength aerobics Volume Density Work-to-rest ratios And much more! There are endless training methodologies that will yield positive results. It’s excellent, but can be confusing. Working with too many moving … Read More

Kettlebell Ballistics – Episode 43

By Amanda PerryCoaching, Conditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

One of the most common questions we get when it comes to training with kettlebells is about what size kettlebell to use. Quite often we see students going too heavy with kettlebell ballistics (e.g. clean, snatch, swing, jerk). Ballistic exercises are more dynamic than grinds (e.g squat, row, TGU, windmill) and work on the power … Read More

Power Development – Episode 42

By Amanda PerryConditioning, Goal Setting, Sports Performance, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

Many strength coaches and sports coaches have missed the boat on the idea that power development is very different than conditioning. Let’s emphasize that. Power development is not conditioning. Simply put, power is strength strength applied quickly. In this episode Brett and Mike discuss: The do’s and don’ts of power development Programming strategies for power development … Read More

Current Projects – Principles of Program Design and Iron Cardio – Episode 37

By Mike PerryCoaching, Conditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Personal Training, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

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