538: James DeLacey and Vern Gambetta on Unlocking Game Speed and Athletic Creativity
Vern and James dive into the development of agility and game speed, challenging conventional approaches to change of direction training. The...
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Just Fly Performance Podcast
The Just Fly Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of athletic performance training, with an emphasis on speed and power development. Featured on the show are coaches and experts i...
Episodes
20 of 326 episodes537: Bob Thurnhoffer on Strength, Speed, and the Art of Subtle Variability
Bob Thurnhoffer returns to discuss the balance between specialization and athletic versatility and the role of variability in high-level spe...
536: Frank Forencich on Effortless Power and Adaptive Performance
In this show, Frank Forencich explores rhythm, adaptability, and what it means to train the “human animal” in a modern world. We discuss dan...
535: Cody Bidlow on Simplicity, Speed, and the True Nature of Sprint Training
Cody discusses how his sprint training has evolved toward a simpler, more dynamic, and intuitive approach. He explores the role of tempo run...
534: Joel Hansson on Adaptability and Building the Total Athlete
Joel Hansson joins to discuss youth athletic development, movement variability, and the role of play in building adaptable athletes. We expl...
533: Andrew Iselin on Lachlan Kennedy’s 9.85s 100m and Building World-Class Sprint Speed
In this episode, Andrew Iselin joins me to discuss athlete development, sprint coaching, and the value of exploration over rigid technical m...
532: Jamie Smith on Overcoaching and the Art of Movement Exploration
Jamie Smith joins me to discuss his transition from gym ownership into full-time education and coach mentorship. We dive into client-led exp...
531: Ted Kroeten on Play, Movement Literacy and Peak Athleticism
In this episode, Ted Kroeten joins me to explore free play, underloading, and the idea of movement as a language. We discuss why great athle...
530: Kristina Centenari on Nervous System Literacy and Athletic Flow
In this show, Kristina Centenari explores the connection between breathing, nervous-system literacy, and athletic performance. We discuss he...
529: Clifton Harski on Jump Training and Multi-Directional Strength
In this episode, Clifton Harski discusses athleticism through the lens of movement variety, adaptability, and lifelong physical practice. He...
528: Dan Back on The Natural Foundations of Speed and Athleticism
In this episode, Daniel Back gets into the role of variety, play, and subconscious learning in developing speed and athleticism. He discusse...
527: Josh Bray on The Hidden Layers of Athletic Development
In this episode, Josh Bray discusses how endurance training shaped his coaching perspective, the role of games and hidden intention in athle...
526: 20 Ideas That Changed My Coaching Forever - Joel Smith
Joel Smith shares 20 coaching ideas that permanently reshaped how he trains athletes and himself. Drawing from influential books, mentors, t...
525: Ryan Paul on Speed Training, Isometrics, and the Art of Intention
Ryan Paul talks about blending sprint training with high-intent isometrics, plyometrics, and force-absorption work to build faster, more res...
524: Kevin Mulcahy on Playing Fast and Slow: Rethinking Team Sport Speed
Kevin Mulcahy talks about using constraints to develop more complete athletes, helping gifted players move beyond their natural strengths, a...
523: Jake Tuura on Bones, Tendons, and Explosive Athleticism
In this episode, Jake explores the principles that underpin resilient tendons and long-term athletic durability. The conversation covers key...
522: Scott Leech on Constraint-Led Speed Training, AI, and the Future of Coaching
Scott Leech explores how constraints, games, and technology can enhance athletic development without sacrificing high-performance outcomes....
521: Joe Pedulla on Speed Profiling, Resisted Sprinting, and Athlete Archetypes
Today’s podcast guest is Joe Pedulla. Joe is a strength coach at the University of Oklahoma, where he oversees performance training for soft...
520: Julien Pineau on The Nervous System and the Art of Adaptation
In this episode, Julien explores resilience, energy allocation, and the deeper forces that shape athletic performance. He explains the phylo...
519: Liz Gleadle on Elastic Strength and the Art of Movement
In this episode, Liz Gleadle shares insights about rhythm, throwing, emotional training, and the deeper human elements of performance. She d...