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For those who love a breakdown and further insight into the greatest minds in Elite Performance.
Recap of Dane Miller Episode
In this powerful episode breakdown, Dane Miller — founder of Garage Strength — shares his uncompromising views on what it takes to build elite athletes. From embracing the ‘dark side’ of training to the irreplaceable value of Olympic lifts, Dane offers hard-earned wisdom rooted in real coaching. This post unpacks five of his biggest takeaways, packed with quotes, practical examples, and insights you won’t find in textbooks.
RYAN CROSON EPISODE RECAP #82
Discover how Ryan Croson blends flexibility, data-driven decisions, and athlete-first coaching in this in-depth conversation on the PA Troll Cup podcast. From sprint mechanics and wicket drills to personal training for tech clients, Ryan breaks down how to individualize programs, use KPIs effectively, and adapt training in real time. Whether you’re a strength coach, personal trainer, or track coach, this episode offers actionable insights on periodization, progressions, and building elite coaching habits.
Marco Altini Episode Recap
In this episode of PA Chalk Up, Manny sits down with HRV4Training founder Marco Altini to unpack the real value of heart rate variability (HRV) in athlete monitoring and training. From the pitfalls of wearable recovery scores to the power of journaling, Marco explains how coaches can use HRV data effectively—without overreacting to every dip. If you’re serious about HRV tracking for athletes, this conversation delivers science-backed insight, practical tools, and a fresh perspective on what recovery really looks like.
Dub-ois Recap: From U-dub to Now
In this episode of the PA Chalk Up Podcast, we dive deep into the science of strength and conditioning with a focus on explosive power development. Joined by strength coaches from across the industry, we break down how Velocity-Based Training (VBT) and step-up variations can transform an athlete’s speed, power, and overall performance. Whether you’re a coach looking to refine your programming or an athlete aiming to maximize your explosiveness, this episode delivers actionable insights backed by real-world coaching experience. Read on to discover key takeaways and training strategies you can apply today!
Cameron Dietz - PA Chalk Up Breakdown
Low Bar VS High Bar: What You Need to Know.
5 Ways to Individualising Strength Training Programme
