Best Anthony Donskov Podcasts (2024)

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Life in the KHL: HC CSKA Moscow with Hassan Saeed 41:04

16h ago41:04

41:04

Let's talk about the global growth of Hockey. Hassan Saeed is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for CSKA Moscow in the KHL, Russia's top professional hockey league. With over 12 years of experience working in the Russian hockey system, Hassan provides a unique perspective on the cultural differences, training methodologies, and coaching phil…

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Episode 30- Andrew Alberts 40:20

13d ago40:20

40:20

In this episode, I speak with Andrew Alberts. Andrew is a former NHL player and is currently the Hockey Development Director at Sense Arena. I hope you enjoy!

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Performance Pursuit: Professional and Private Sector with Andrew Hauser 1:04:32

11d ago1:04:32

1:04:32

What are some of the biggest lessons we learn while in pursuit of high performance excellence? Today’s special guest is a good friend of mine, Andrew Hauser, who has worked in a variety of roles in the past 14 years as an Athletic Trainer and Strength & Conditioning Coach, before switching to the private setting with Continuum Performance. In this …

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Episode 29- Liane Blyn 38:00

27d ago38:00

38:00

In this episode, I speak with Liane Blyn. Coach Blyn is the Director of Olympic Sports at Arizona State University. She is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Men's Hockey Team. I hope you enjoy!

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Player Development with Tommy Cross 53:13

25d ago53:13

53:13

If you want to develop your players to the high performance level, we’ve got your guy. Today’s guest is the Development Coach for the Columbus Blue Jackets, Tommy Cross. Tommy played 12 seasons of professional hockey before retiring following the ‘22-’23 season, and now works with drafted prospects through the transition from college to pro. We’ll …

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Episode 28- PJ Atherton 31:04

1M ago31:04

31:04

In this episode, I speak with PJ Atherton. PJ is a former professional hockey player and NCAA Hockey champion. He is the owner and founder of Atherton Hockey. I hope you enjoy!

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Teacher: A Word that Transcends 52:26

2M ago52:26

52:26

How do you become a teacher that ensures the future success of your players? Today, class is in session with Ben Eaves, the strength & conditioning coach for the Cleveland Monsters. Ben is here to share experiences from his background as both an elite player and development coach for high performing athletes. Our conversation will focus on his posi…

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Episode 27- Nelson Ayotte 50:43

2M ago50:43

50:43

In this episode, I speak with Nelson Ayotte. Nelson is the former High Performance Director of the Columbus Blue Jackets and he is the former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Saint Louis Blues. I hope you enjoy!

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Applied Physiology with Brian Kozak 1:27:04

2M ago1:27:04

1:27:04

What is the secret to assessing, training, and integrating technology with performance? Here to dive into the deep physiology of ice hockey is Brian Kozak, a respiratory & performance coach. Brian has dedicated decades to experimenting with cutting edge technology in pursuit of real time insights into each system’s limiters, compensators, and their…

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Episode 26- Anthony Donskov 28:55

2M ago28:55

28:55

In this episode, I speak with Anthony Donskov. Anthony is the founder of Donskov Strength and Conditioning in Columbus, Ohio. I hope you enjoy!

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Applied Sports Science: Optimizing Research with Dr. Josh Secomb 1:12:38

3M ago1:12:38

1:12:38

If you’ve ever wondered how to approach coaching from an applied sports science POV, then you’re in the right place. Joining me on the podcast today is Dr. Josh Secomb, lecturer in Exercise & Sports Science at the University of Newcastle, and strength & conditioning coach for Ice Hockey Australia National Men’s team! We’ll be deep diving into the w…

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Episode 25- Brian Bott 49:32

3M ago49:32

49:32

In this episode, I speak with Brian Bott. Brian is the owner and day to day operational manage of Sports Advantedge and Edge Baseball. I hope you enjoy!

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Reflection: 20 Years of High Performance in the NHL with Sean Skahan 55:01

3M ago55:01

55:01

How far has strength & conditioning gone in the past 20 years? Here with me today is Sean Skahan, owner of Skahan Sport Conditioning with 20+ years of high performance under his belt! We’ll speak about Sean’s 2 decades worth of experience within the NHL and the strength & conditioning landscape as a whole. Sean reflects on his journey, going from a…

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Episode 24- Ricky Bronwell 40:15

3M ago40:15

40:15

In this episode, I speak with Philadelphia Flyers Head Equipment Manager, Ricky Bronwell. I hope you enjoy!

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What Matters with Stu McMillan and Dr. Matt Jordan 1:13:08

4M ago1:13:08

1:13:08

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The impact of A Coach’s Guide to Strength Development on coaches. Expert advice for young practitioners and coaches. The deeper fundamentals behind strength & conditioning. How to build a coaching culture for long term growth. Resources + Links: Follow Stu on Instagram | @fingermash Follow Jordan on Instagram | @jor…

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Episode 23- Greg Carvel 52:07

4M ago52:07

52:07

In this episode, I speak with Greg Carvel. Greg is the Head Coach of the UMass Minutemen Men's Hockey team. I hope you enjoy!

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Mentors, Culture, and Philosophy with Doug Davidson 50:31

4M ago50:31

50:31

What does it take to build a sports performance department out of bare-bones? Our guest this week is Coach Doug Davidson. Doug is the Associate Director of Sports Performance and Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Vegas Golden Knights, being with the organization since the team’s inaugural season in 2017-2018. We will explore the foundational wor…

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Episode 22- Jacob Newton 45:53

4M ago45:53

45:53

In this episode, I speak with Jacob Newton. Jacob is a Mental Performance and Emotional Control Coach. I hope you enjoy!

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High Performance Hockey: Lessons from the KHL with Brandon Bovee 41:19

5M ago41:19

41:19

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Differences between North America and the KHL in terms of culture, game play, structure, performance, and schedule. The current strength & conditioning scene in Europe compared to North America. Advice for young strength coaches considering going abroad. The importance of communication, consistency, and simplicity a…

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Episode 21- Mike Potenza 46:22

5M ago46:22

46:22

In this episode, I speak wifh Mike Potenza. Mike is currently the Director of Performance for the Golden State Warriors. I hope you enjoy!

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Skating Mechanics with Luke Chilcott 1:01:34

5M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Textbook skating mechanics and skating efficiency. The difference between coaching young athletes versus elite level professionals. Biomechanics and anatomical landmarks for idealized, efficient skating. The most common equipment and modifications. Resources + Links: Follow Luke on Instagram | @chilcottskating Check…

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Episode 20- Brandon Bovee 48:04

5M ago48:04

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In this episode, I speak with Brandon Bovee. Brandon is the Head Coach of Physical Preparation for Hockey Club AK BARS of the KHL. I hope you enjoy!

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The Return to Sport Clearance Continuum with Dr. Pete Draovitch 45:36

5M ago45:36

45:36

In This Episode, You Will Learn: An in-depth exploration of the five phases of the return to sport clearance continuum. How to become a Swiss Army knife in the professional sports world. The current state of comprehensive athlete care + return to play. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Foll…

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Episode 19- Josh Levine 54:54

6M ago54:54

54:54

In this episode, I speak with Josh Levine. Josh has been coaching and training for over a decade. He is the founder of the Fortis Academy in Eden Prairie MN. I hope you enjoy!

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Measurement Error with Patrick Ward and Scot Morrison 1:26:34

6M ago1:26:34

1:26:34

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Measurement error and building conceptual models in applied settings. How to collect, analyze, and compute better information from both a sports science and a strength & conditioning perspective. The issue with reliability + validity in tests. The fundamentals of assessing and calculating errors. Resources + Links: …

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Episode 18- Mike Boyle 56:02

6M ago56:02

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In this episode I speak with world renowned Strength and Conditioning Coach, Mike Boyle. I hope you enjoy!

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From Grassroots to Gold: How Countries Are Growing the Game and Building Better Players with Sunaya Sapurji 39:02

6M ago39:02

39:02

In this episode I have an incredible conversation with Sunaya Sapurji about youth hockey development models around the world. Sunaya is a senior editor at The Athletic who has covered hockey for many years and written insightful pieces comparing different countries' approaches. We discussed the similarities and differences between programs in North…

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Episode 17- Joe Sawicki 42:08

7M ago42:08

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In this episode, I speak wifh Joe Sawick. Joe is the Director of Sports Medicine at Shattuck St-Mary's School in Fairbualt, MN. I hope you enjoy!

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Versatility, Philosophy & Collaboration in High Performance Hockey with Dr. Jeff Cubos 49:53

7M ago49:53

49:53

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The importance of generalist knowledge in sports medicine. Periodization of treatment for optimal athlete performance. How Dr. Jeff Cubos creates a collaborative high performance culture. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthony on Instagram | @antho…

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Communication, Humility, and Adaptability: Lessons in High Performance Hockey with Mike Donoghue 50:18

7M ago50:18

50:18

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to build trust with players through open communication Managing training loads to prevent overtraining during season Using objective metrics and testing for return to play decisions Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthony…

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Episode 16- Ben Prentiss 1:00:21

7M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

In this episode, I speak with Ben Prentiss. Ben has been a Strength and Conditioning Coach for over 2 decades. He is the owner of Prentiss Hockey Performance in Stamford CT. He is also level 5 certified wirh Charles Poliquin. He has trained several Stanley Cup winners, Hall of Famers, and several NHL individual award winners. I hope you enjoy!…

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The Tangible Intangibles: Mental Toughness and Leadership with Tervel Dlagnev and Keith Gavin 56:53

8M ago56:53

56:53

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Mental toughness is task specific and developed through self-awareness Leadership starts from the top but is a bottom-up process of trust and humility The cost of coaching is making tough decisions while staying true to your values Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Mast…

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2023: Reflection and Contemplation 43:51

8M ago43:51

43:51

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Highlights, lessons, and reflections on top episodes of 2023. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | The HPH Podcast with Anthony Don…

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Episode 15- Cal Dietz 50:11

9M ago50:11

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In this episode, I speak with Cal Dietz. Cal is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Men's and Women's Hockey at the University of Minnesota. We catch up and Cal talks about the culture and methods of his program. There will be a part 2 to this as we couldve talked forever. I hope you enjoy!

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Rethinking Long Term Athletic Development with Jim Kielbaso 49:47

9M ago49:47

49:47

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Reframing LTAD from a coach’s perspective. The problems with the LTAD model. Possible solutions & fixes for future athletic development. Resources + Links: Check out Jim’s article - Rethinking Long Term Athlete Development Ultimate Speed & Agility by Jim Kielbaso Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performanc…

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Episode 14- Brandon Reid 1:03:53

9M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

In this episode, I speak with former professional hockey player, Brandon Reid. This is an impactful episode as Brandon tells his story. I hope you enjoy!

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Theory vs. Application, Adaptation & ACL Rehab with Carmen Bott 1:18:44

9M ago1:18:44

1:18:44

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Where the education process for young performance coaches is right now. Theory versus application touch points. Jumping training from a physiological perspective. Coaching adaptation in different training ages. Resources + Links: Connect with Carmen on Instagram | @coachbott Learn more at https://www.coachbott.com/ …

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Coaches Corner: Lessons and Leadership with Trent Vogelhuber 53:35

10M ago53:35

53:35

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Coaching today’s players: Technology, culture, and communication. The ingredients of a successful professional team. The ultimate game day prep in the American Hockey League. Advice for aspiring coaches, hockey parents, and young players. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hock…

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"Goodfellas" - The Original Godfathers of Sports Performance Part 2 50:45

10M ago50:45

50:45

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Coaching then versus now: Old school coaching techniques and lost art forms. What young coaches need to succeed long term. Where the future of coaching is heading. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony…

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Episode 13- Matterhorn Fit 27:35

10M ago27:35

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In this episode, I speak with Ryan Vesce and Sean Sullivan. They are the founders and owners of Matterhornfit.com. I hope you enjoy!

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"Goodfellas" - The Original Godfathers of Sports Performance Part 1 | Dan Pfaff, Michael Boyle, Buddy Morris, and Fergus Connolly 53:14

10M ago53:14

53:14

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How these legends came to be. The life lessons and mistakes from veterans in the field. An examination of the personal and professional side of sports performance. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony…

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Episode 12- Brijesh Patel 49:10

10M ago49:10

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In this episode, I speak with Brijesh Patel. Brijesh is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Quinnipiac University. I hope you enjoy!

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Physical Therapy, The Wild West, and The Importance of Case Study 1:08:00

11M ago1:08:00

1:08:00

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Challenges of cash-based physical therapy businesses. Measuring healing and function in end-stage rehab. Assessing progress in physical therapy after surgery. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on T…

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Episode 11- Tom Broback 38:41

11M ago38:41

38:41

In this episode, I speak with Physical Therapist Tom Broback. We talk about lots of different topics including knee rehabilitaion, jogging, and what he is up to today.

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Testing Hockey Players, External Load, and Moving the Needle with Dr. Mal McHugh & Reg Grant 1:12:34

11M ago1:12:34

1:12:34

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Analyzing hockey player data for performance and recovery insights The gaps in sports science and its application today. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscrib…

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Episode 10- Lorne Goldenberg 55:13

11M ago55:13

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In this episode, I speak with long-time Strength and Conditioning Coach, Lorne Goldenberg. We discuss many topics including his work in the NHL, his work with one of the best Quaterbacks of all time, and his love for the CFL. I hope you enjoy!

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Big Rocks and Programming Buckets with Paul Valukas 1:04:44

12M ago1:04:44

1:04:44

In This Episode, You Will Learn: KPIs to measure athletic performance and different training methods. Why data can only take you so far as a strength and conditioning coach. The current landscape of strength and conditioning in college hockey. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthon…

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Episode 9- Pete Friesen 51:53

12M ago51:53

51:53

In this episode, I speak with Pete Friesen. Its always fun to catch up with Pete. I hope you enjoy!

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The Wizard of Oz, McDonald’s, and Movement Algorithms with Dr. Pat Davidson 1:19:37

12M ago1:19:37

1:19:37

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Pulling back the curtain on high performance sports. Biomechanics and movement algorithms in the field of strength & conditioning. Training adaptation, low versus high ground sports, and rethinking big patterns. Resources + Links: Connect with Pat on Instagram | @dr.patdavidson Get your copy of A Coach’s Guide to Op…

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Coaches Corner: Pride, Passion, Purpose with John Stevens 1:07:03

1y ago1:07:03

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In This Episode, You Will Learn: The tangible intangibles of winning teams. Team culture: Where it comes from and how to build it. Player insights and communication from a new generation of athletes. Advice for young athletes and long term athletic development. Resources + Links: Check out Anthony’s Masterclass - The High Performance Hockey Masterc…

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