The Robbie Bourke Podcast

Episode 80: Interview with Dr. Mike Israetel - The Scientific Principles of Strength Training

The episodes guest his Dr. Mike Israetel.Mike is a Professor of Exercise Science at Temple University in Philadelphia, USA.Mike's PhD is in Sport Physiology and he has been a consultant on sports nutrition to the US Olympic Training Site in Johnson City, TN.Mike is a former competitive raw powerlifter (where he once had a number of state, national and world recorders), is a competitive bodybuilder and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu grappler.On this episode Mike I discussed:- Mikes background and Influences- The good and bad that Mike see's within the Fitness and Sports Performance Professions- Mike's latest that book "Scientific Principles of Strength Training" that he co-author with James Hoffman, and Chad Wesley Smith- An in depth discussion about each of the 7 training principles that are cover with the "Scientific Principles of Strength Training "This was an AWESOME show, so I hope you guys really really enjoy it!Stay Stay,RBShow Notes:Juggernaut Training Systems - WebsiteRenaissance Periodization - WebsiteShow Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

Episode 79: Interview with Jay DeMayo

This episodes guest is Jay DeMayo.Jay is the head Strength and Conditioning for men and women's basketball teams at the University of Richmond.Jay is the man behind the Central Virginia Sports Performance Seminar. This is an annual seminar where some of the worlds top coaches and sport scientists present.On this episode Jay and I discussed:- Jays background and Influences- Principles that drive Jays Training Process- How Jay incorporates Special Strength Training into his programs- Advice and Resources- And Much More.Hope you guys enjoy the show.Stay Strong,RBShow Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

Episode 78: Interview with Ryan Williams - Physical Preparation for American Football

This episodes guest is Physical Preparation Coach Ryan Williams.Ryan is the head Physical Preparation Coach for Football at Waynesbury University.Ryan is also the co-author of two books with Buddy Morris (Arizona Cardinals - Head Physical Preparation Coach): Americal Football - Physical Preparation and Iron Works Preparation.On this Episode Ryan and I discussed:- Ryans Background and Influences- What Ryan thinks are the worse and best things about the Sports Performance Profession- Principles that drive Ryan's Organization of Training- Physical Preparation for American Football - Program Design and Periodization- Energy System Development for American Football- Advice and Resources- And Much MoreHope you guys enjoy the show.Stay Stay,RBShow Notes:Be sure to check out Ryan's latest product that he created with Buddy Morris and Joel Jamieson - Bioforce Project - American Football Physical Preparation. This is a world class online video product, I highly recommend you check it out. Show Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

Episode 77: Interview with Derek Hansen - Speed Development

This episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning and Track and Field Coach Derek Hansen.Derek has been working been working with athletes in strength, speed, and power sports since 1988. Originally working with Track and Field athletes, Derek expanded his services to assist athletes in all sports with an emphasis on speed development. He has since with some of the top performers in the world as a coach and as a consultant - including Olympic medalist, world record holders, Canadian National Team athletes, professional sports organizations and professional athletes from numerous sports.You can find out more about Derek on his website - Strength Power Speed On this episode Derek and I discussed:- Derek's Background and Influence- The good and bad that Derek see's within the Training Profession- Derek's Training Philosophy- Absolute Speed for Field Based Athletes- Managing the Central Nervous System throughout the training process- Hamstring injuries and rehabilitation- Advice and ResourcesHope you guys really enjoy the show.Stay Strong,RBShow Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

Episode 76: Interview with Denis Logan from EXOS - All about Strength Development

This episodes guest is Denis Logan from EXOS.Denis serves as a Performance Specialist in the education department at EXOS. Prior to joining EXOS he was a Strength and Conditioning Coach at Aviator Sports Performance in New York. On this episode Denis and I discussed:- Background and Influences - All things strength development- Denis' training philosophy- What concepts from Westside can we take and use with our athletes- Denis' top resources- Advice to all coaches- Much MoreHope you guys really enjoy the show.Stay Strong,RBShow Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

Episode 75: Interview with Dan Pardi - All about Sleep

This episodes guest is Dan Pardi from Dan's Plan.Dan is an entrepreneur and researcher who's life's is centered on how to facilitate health behaviors in others.He is the developer of  "Loop Model to sustain Health Behaviors" to help people live a healthy lifestyle in the modern world.Dan does research with Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Department at Stanford, and the Departments of Neurology and Endocrinology at Leiden University in the Netherlands. Dan's current research looks at how sleep influences decision making (publications). Dan also works with Naval Special Welfare to help the most elite fighters in the world maintain vigilant performance in both combat and non-combat conditions. Formerly, Dan served as Board Chairman of the Investigator Initiated Sponsored Research Association, a global non-profit aimed to promote best practices in the arena of academic research grants.Early in his career, Dan served as a Division 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach where he designed year-round training protocols for 13 athletic teams.On this episode Dan I discussed:- What got him interested in Sleep Research?- Dan's thoughts on the evolutionary Perspective of Circadian Timing- Sleep Pressures and Wake Drives]- Circadian Timing in Blind People- The affect of Blue light on the skin at nighttime- Sleep restriction and decision making, particularly with food choices- Dan's Plan- The Ideal Body Weight Program - And much moreHope you guys really enjoy the show.Stay Strong,RB Show Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

Episode 74: Interview with Lee Taft

For this episode I'm delighted to bring Lee Taft back onto show.Lee was previously on the show back on episode 19.Lee is a strength and conditioning coach who is highly regarded as the top multi-directional speed specialists around currently.On this episode Lee and I discuss:- Lee's brand new product - Complete Speed Training- Program design for Multi-Directional Speed- Lee's Philosophy for Multi-Directional Speed development- Subconscious Learning of skill- Lee's experience at EXOS' phase 4 mentorship in 2013- Lee's Multi-Directional Speed Instructor Certification Course- And Much MoreThis was a great one. Enjoy!!Stay Strong,RBShow Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com 

Episode 73: Interview with Rob Taylor

This episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning Coach Rob Taylor.Coach Taylor is the founder and owner of SMARTER Team Training.Taylor was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Loyola University Maryland for over seven years. Rob was a strength and conditioning consultant for athletes on the Women's Lacrosse's World Cup Champions Team Australia in 2005, and was the Head Strength Coach for Team Australia's 2009 World Cup team that played in the world championship game also. He has worked with professional organizations such as the Anaheim Angles, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Mutiny, and San Antonio Silver Stars.Coach Taylor has has also been the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at UNC Greensboro. He left to pursue a graduate degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Delaware, while working as an assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach. Rob has also worked with the athletic department at Cincinnati, Princeton, and Villanova. At each of these institutions he helped numerous athletes reach their dreams of becoming professional athletes. Rob's athletes have gone on to be drafted by the NFL, MLB, NBA, MLS, MLL, NLL, and participate in the Olympic Games.On this episode Rob and I discussed:- Rob's background and influences- Rob's coaching philosophy- Rob's Training System- Rob's thoughts on neck training- The biggest things that Rob has learn in his career so far- Rob's top resources- And much more.Hope you guys enjoy the show.Stay Strong,RBShow Sponsor:To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com