Best Kowalewski Podcasts (2024)

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"Don't Let Worst Case Scenarios Write the Story" with Brian Trent and Katie Kowalewski 36:33

30d ago36:33

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Anxiety, worry and fear can be difficult to overcome, especially when dealing with the unknown. Sometimes our mind goes to the worst case scenario, but there is a way to overcome. In this episode Katie shares some of her struggles and the things she has done to help herself give those worries over to God.…

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"A Fresh Start on Life. Four steps to a renewed life." with Brian Trent 29:02

6h ago29:02

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We've all had those seasons of life where we wished we could just have a do-over. But a fresh start can almost seem impossible. Here's four steps that might help you in getting that fresh start you're looking for in life.By Brian Trent

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"Hamburger Helper, Mashed Potatoes & Stories That Might Inspire You" with Brian & Amanda Trent 44:19

1h ago44:19

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We really were living on love, with less than ideal circumstances when we first got married. Join us as we share some funny and inspiring stories about our wedding day, overcoming poverty mindset, making sacrifices and a lot more.By Brian Trent

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Justin Lovett | Gathering Infinity Stones

11h ago

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What does it take to become an award-winning Director of Strength and Conditioning in the National Football League (NFL)? Justin Lovett reveals the “we over me” mentality that guides his role with the Los Angeles Rams. Lovett reflects on receiving the 2024 NSCA Professional Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year Award after being an NSCA Membe…

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"Come Alive! Living a Resurrected Life" with Brian Trent 24:39

10h ago24:39

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Jesus redeems us and restores us so we can live a resurrected life! Let's take an encouraging look at what that looks like and how we as believers can do it.By Brian Trent

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Special Episode | The Godfather of Strength and Conditioning Boyd Epley

18d ago

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You can’t talk about strength and conditioning without Coach Boyd Epley. Regarded as the “Godfather of Strength and Conditioning,” Epley laid the groundwork for the profession and later founded the NSCA in 1978. His 10 Husker Power Principles, developed at the University of Nebraska, remain a cornerstone in programming and formed the basis of sport…

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"Get Up & Move On! Moving On From What God Has Rejected." with Brian & Amanda Trent 39:54

24d ago39:54

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You've been hurt. You've been betrayed. You've been rejected. Perhaps without knowing it, you struggle with moving past those things. Today we are talking about the Old Testament story of Samuel anointing David, but before he could do that he had to move on from what God had rejected. God is doing a new thing in your life and it's time to get up an…

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Autumn Lockwood | Women Leading the Way in the NFL and Beyond

28d ago

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Autumn Lockwood knows football. As the daughter of a collegiate football coach, she’s been attending games and “breathing football” since she was born. Now, she holds a highly coveted full-time position as an Associate Performance Coach for the National Football League (NFL) Philadelphia Eagles. But this was not always her plan. Follow her unique p…

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"One Big Fish and An Incomprehensible God" with Brian and Amanda Trent 48:53

1M ago48:53

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Do we limit God without even realizing that we do? Could we be reducing God's ability to our own ability or reducing God's resources to our own resources? Once we take a step back we realize that God doesn't think like us and God is not limited by what we are limited by. Let's take a deeper look into the story of Jonah as well as other stories that…

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Summer Time Fishing on the Great Plains with John Jamison ep53 55:46

1M ago55:46

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Join hosts Brittany French, Rob McDonald & Grandpa Fish (Brent Frazee), along with special guest and catfish jedi master John Jamison. It's time for the summertime fishing report, and to talk all things catfishing with John. Thanks for tuning in, and be sure to tell your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast.…

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"Finding Joy in the Midst of Sorrow" with Amanda Trent and Fran Capers 28:58

2M ago28:58

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How do you find joy in the midst of such deep sorrow? How do you find healing in the midst of pain? Is it possible to find the power to forgive when you've suffered incredible hurt by the hands of someone? Join Amanda and Fran as they discuss a portion of Fran's journey through a difficult marriage and divorce, all while facing extremely difficult …

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Heather Farmer | Growing Sport Science from the Ground Up

2M ago

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As Director of Sport Science at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), Heather Farmer spearheads comprehensive integration efforts. This includes ensuring every stakeholder, from sport performance staff to academic advisors, has a seat at the table. Farmer also outlines developing an internship and graduate assistantship program to meet staffi…

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Ep52 - Special Hunts 2024 Kansas Department Wildlife & Parks 57:14

2M ago57:14

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Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald as they chat with Special Hunts Coordinator Brian Serpan and discuss the Special Hunts program at Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. Every year the KDWP offers multiple unique hunting opportunities to the public in the form of a special hunt draw. Take a listen and be sure to tell your friends to li…

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"God Doesn't Waste a Thing" with Brian Trent 17:45

2M ago17:45

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There's a weight to grace that swings the unfavorable back into our favor and for those that choose to stand in that grace, we all stand in it together, revealing the depths of God's amazing grace. Through it all, God does not waste one thing. There are no scraps in the house of God!By Brian Trent

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"A Little Jesus Goes a Long Ways" with Brian Trent, Emrie Trent and Erin Long 26:03

2M ago26:03

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How did little Jesus become a viral sensation? Meet the original two people that initiated the little Jesus movement that has gone around the world and hear some of the amazing stories we've received of how God has used them to make a significant impact on the world.By Brian Trent

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"The Fragrance of Fruitfulness" - Brian Trent 27:54

3M ago27:54

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God desires that we be fruitful and with fruitfulness comes a fragrance that permeates our lives and the lives of those around us. All that fragrance starts with a small seed that grows into something that can completely transform our life and the lives of those around us.By Brian Trent

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Nick Barringer | Dietitian Synergy & Evolving Tactical Strength and Conditioning

2M ago

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Get to know Army Lieutenant Colonel Nick Barringer, Program Director for the United States Army-Baylor University Master’s in Nutrition. Barringer shares how he originally planned to become a strength and conditioning coach before a nutrition course inspired him to pursue dietetics. However, it was his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist…

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"God's Pursuit of an Addict" with Brian Trent & Special Guest Sam Tracy 35:27

3M ago35:27

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From family struggles, to addiction, to religious trauma, Sam Tracy has experienced some very low lows. But through it all, God continued to pursue Sam and now Sam finds himself walking in a freedom he never knew existed.By Brian Trent

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Ashley Kowalewski | Overcoming Challenges by Keeping Ego in Check

3M ago

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After almost leaving the profession entirely, Ashley Kowalewski landed her role as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at the prestigious Louisiana State University. Listen as she recounts the strength and conditioning coach who inspired her as a high-level athlete at Oklahoma State University, diverting her path away from pursuing a physi…

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Set Free to Live Free - Brian Trent 22:53

3M ago22:53

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How do you move on? How do you get past your past? Learning to live in the freedom Christ has given us doesn't happen overnight. It takes growth and is very much a process. Let's take an encouraging look at how we can better overcome the past and move into the life God has for us.By Brian Trent

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Part 2 "Forgiveness: The Road to Freedom" with Pastor Brian Trent 21:27

3M ago21:27

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Let's open up and be real. No script. No notes. Just the raw reality of life and the power of walking a path of forgiveness. This gets personal today, but it will be worth it.By Brian Trent

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Part 1 "Forgiveness: The Road to Freedom" with Pastor Brian & Special Guest Glynis Avant 36:03

3M ago36:03

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Forgiveness has the power to set us free! Unforgiveness has the power to keep us in chains! Truth is that all of us have had our own struggles with giving away forgiveness, especially when we've been wronged. Join us for part one as we encourage each other to not only give forgiveness a chance, but to walk in the spirit of forgiveness.…

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God is Always Making a Way! Brian Trent and Amanda Trent 28:44

3M ago28:44

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We may overlook the one thing that put David into a position to see the giant fall. Perhaps a greater victory than defeating the giant, was David's willingness to pick up the bag of supplies and serve. God is always working and always making a way, but sometimes we might miss it because we aren't positioning ourselves to see God move in a mighty wa…

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Jared Siegmund | Training Paralympic Athletes

3M ago

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As a Strength and Conditioning Coach with the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), Jared Siegmund prepares athletes for the apex of achievement and perseverance. Siegmund shares that, contrary to public belief, the Olympic competition cycle is not every four years — Team USA athletes face fierce competition in World Series events along the wa…

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Overcoming Addiction and the Dangers of Isolation! With Special Guest Gina Parker, Brian & Amanda Trent 32:36

3M ago32:36

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In 2017 Gina was in an horrific accident that led to a narcotic addiction, which led to an addiction to alcohol. Gina's story of overcoming addiction and finding a new life is truly powerful. Gina also shares about the dangers of isolation in those darkest moments of life.By Brian Trent

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Don't Waste the Rain! Pastor Brian Trent 21:49

3M ago21:49

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In this episode we will take a deep and encouraging look into God's word too see how God uses his word and trials to bring about rain in our life that can produce growth as well as remove things that hinder our relationship with him. Rain brings about new life, but it can also remove things that are preventing life from happening. Don't waste the r…

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The Danger in Looking Back! Brian & Amanda Trent 37:08

3M ago37:08

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Looking back with longing can be a recipe for disaster in our lives. In this episode, Brian and Amanda take a deep, yet personal look at how looking back with longing can cause us to miss the beauty and potential of the present.By Brian Trent

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Nicole Shattuck | The Analytical Coaching Mindset

4M ago

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What does a typical day look like for a sports performance coach? Nicole Shattuck shares her experience working with women’s lacrosse at Duke University, where ample resources fuel athlete outcomes. Start by examining her comprehensive approach to readiness that raises awareness for both athletes and coaches. Guided by data, Nicole uses insights to…

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Ian Jeffreys | Next Generational Leadership

4M ago

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How does a small-town boy from Mid Wales become the next NSCA President? Follow Ian Jeffreys’ inspiring journey, beginning with his introduction to the NSCA in 1989 as a professional rugby player hungry for knowledge to perform better. Listen as he recounts the thrill of his first conference and why NSCA events are so much more valuable than just w…

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Jenny Rearick | Great Coaches are Professional Communicators

5M ago

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Do you fear public speaking? It may seem counterintuitive for coaches who command the weight room every day, but it’s more common than you’d think. On the floor with your athletes, you’re in your element, but shifting audiences to administrators can have you second-guessing. Honing your communication and public speaking skills shouldn’t be saved un…

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Bryan Mann | From Athletics to Human Performance: Shaping the Future

5M ago

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Since 1998, Bryan Mann has dominated strength and conditioning, securing positions at elite collegiate programs and defining research in strength, power, and velocity-based training (VBT). As the Academic Director of Strength and Conditioning at Texas A&M University, Bryan still gets the rewarding chance to shape students like his former athletes, …

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Anna Craig - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 22

6M ago

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In this episode with Associate Head Coach of Athletic Performance, Anna Craig, you will learn how “Annual Strategic Planning” improves the professionalism and unity of the University of Texas (UT) Olympic Strength and Conditioning Department. Craig shares her coaching philosophy and talks about the role of mentors during her tenure at UT with NSCA …

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Kenna Smoak-Minnici - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 21

7M ago

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Get to know the 2024 NSCA Assistant College Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year, Kenna Smoak-Minnici. After accepting her award at the 2024 Coaches Conference, she connects with NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, about the unique coaching rigors at the prestigious military academy, Army West Point. The episode go…

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Justin Loudon - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 20

7M ago

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Have you ever considered getting a K-12 teaching license, with your CSCS, to gain employment as a high school strength and conditioning coach? Coach Justin Loudon serves as the Chair of the NSCA High School Coaches Professional Development Group (PDG). He shares PDG updates with NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, includi…

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Joey Greany - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 19

7M ago

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Catch up on this presentation from the 2024 NSCA Coaches Conference with Major League Baseball (MLB) Tampa Bay Rays Strength and Conditioning Coach, Joey Greany. Greany takes NSCA Coaching Program Manager, Eric McMahon, on a deep dive into plyometrics for a wide range of athletes. He also shares the importance of professional development for streng…

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Catherine Wallace - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 18

8M ago

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From tactical strength and conditioning to developing the skills to train a specialized group of football kickers, Catherine Wallace shares how growing up in a military family inspired her into coaching. In this episode, Wallace connects with NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, on how to pursue a tactical coaching career …

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One Million Ducks with Scott Vance Director at Delta Waterfowl ep51 55:22

8M ago55:22

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Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald visit with the Director at Delta Waterfowl, Scott Vance. We'll talk about conservation, waterfowl, habitat, and what it takes to ensure ducks are in the flyway and our hunter's heritage is there for the long haul. Thanks for tuning in, please tell your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast, and leave…

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Hannah Burkhart - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 17

8M ago

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In this episode of the NSCA Coaching Podcast, we delve into one of the biggest topics in college sports today–Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Tune in to learn more about this game-changing development and its implications for college athletes. Hannah Burkhart, a graduate student in Sport Science and Coaching Education at East Tennessee State Unive…

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Brijesh Patel - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 16

9M ago

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This episode of the NSCA’s Coaching Podcast features the 2024 NSCA College Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year, Brijesh Patel. Patel shares decades of wisdom and experience with NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, including valuable lessons to support a fulfilling strength and conditioning career and avoid coach b…

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NSCA’s Coaching Podcast – Special Episode – Behind the Scenes: NFL Combine Training and Performance in the Private Sector with Bryan McCall

10M ago

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In today's National Football League (NFL) world, teams are always on the lookout for the best talent. That is why strength and conditioning coaches are crucial in optimizing a prospect's value. This special episode of the NSCA Coaching Podcast features NFL Combine expert, Bryan McCall, sharing details of coaching process leading up to the event. Th…

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KS Public Lands with Brian Serpan ep50 1:01:16

10M ago1:01:16

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Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald spend some time with public lands manager Brian Serpan at the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. Tune in and take a listen to the state of the state when it comes to public lands and access in Kansas. Be sure to share the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast with your friends and family, and give us a review wh…

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Carissa Gump - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 15

10M ago

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This episode of the NSCA Coaching Podcast presents drug testing and anti-doping initiatives in elite sport. Team USA 2008 Olympian, Carissa Gump, discusses how her journey as an international level weightlifter led to her becoming an ambassador for fair competition. Gump shares lessons from overcoming a career-threatening injury prior to the 2008 O…

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Matt King - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 14

11M ago

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Hear from University of Connecticut (UCONN) Director of Football Strength and Conditioning, Matt King, as he reflects on milestones and mentors along his decade-plus coaching journey with NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon. King discusses how his early exposure to strength and conditioning as a high school athlete informs…

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Outdoor Stewards of Conservation with Jim Curcurutos ep49 46:55

11M ago46:55

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Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Executive Director Jim Curcuruto joins hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald to discuss this new organization's mission! Tune in to learn about the HATS (hunters, anglers, trappers, and shooters) who fund conservation in the United States. We'll talk about #fillabag and packing out trash. Thanks for tuning in, and …

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Lilly Bernardi - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 13

11M ago

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In this episode, Lilly Bernardi, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Hofstra University, talks to Eric McMahon, the NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, about her journey from being an athlete to becoming a coach. Bernardi shares sentiments over losing her senior lacrosse season as a college athlete during the COVID-19 pandemic…

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Emily Schilling - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 12

11M ago

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In this episode, we learn from Emily Schilling, an Associate Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Illinois Fighting Illini Volleyball team. She shares her needs analysis for the growing sport of volleyball with NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, including thoughts for training team sports, different positions on the c…

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Whitetail Outfitting in Kansas with C and S Whitetails ep48 50:15

12M ago50:15

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Join hosts Britanny French and Rob McDonald as they chat with Chayne Onek of C&S Whitetails in the Flint Hills of Kansas. We'll talk about whitetail outfitting in the sunflower state, managing properties for wildlife, and balancing private business with public wildlife. Thanks for tuning in, and tell all your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors…

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Kevin Neeld - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 11

12M ago

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Kevin Neeld, Head Performance Coach of the Boston Bruins National Hockey League (NHL) team, joins the NSCA Coaching Podcast to share about strength and conditioning practices in the NHL. Neeld connects with NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, on his path to working in professional hockey, the involvement of strength and c…

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Nicole Fowler - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 10

1y ago

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This episode of the NSCA Coaching Podcast features Nicole Fowler, the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Phillips Exeter Academy. Fowler connects with the NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Staff, Eric McMahon and Kevin Gregory, about transitioning from collegiate coaching, at Merrimack University and the University of Denver, to now working…

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Walleye Mike and Great Plains Fishing Report with Grandpa Fish ep47 1:02:56

1y ago1:02:56

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Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald along with regular contributor Grandpa Fish ( Brent Frazee ) for the summer fishing report on the Great Plains Outdoors. Our guest in this episode is the godfather of walleye fishing, Mr. Mike McClelland! Mike McClelland is a top professional walleye fisherman from Pierre, South Dakota. Mike has proven hi…

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