In this episode of the CEO Strength Coach Podcast, Ron McKeefery interviews Tex Wilkin, founder of Captains and Coaches. They discuss the challenges of leadership in coaching, the importance of storytelling, and the need for structure and discipline in modern coaching environments. Tex shares his experiences and insights on first-year leadership, the significance of creating healthy conflict, and the mistakes young coaches often make. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, social awareness, and the role of discipline as a set of tools for responsible decision-making in athletes.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Coaching01:45 The Origin of Captains and Coaches04:32 The Role of a Team Captain07:46 Navigating Leadership Challenges10:34 Building Relatability and Connection13:03 The Power of Storytelling in Leadership17:52 Learning from Failure19:59 Discipline and Structure in Coaching23:57 The Importance of Delayed Gratification26:49 Building Self-Esteem and Coachability30:27 Motivation Drills and Team Energy34:52 Creating Healthy Conflict in Teams41:40 Coaching Mistakes and Learning OpportunitiesTakeawaysLeadership is about managing time, people, and resources.The relationship between a coach and a team captain is crucial.Young leaders often default to mimicking what they know.Storytelling is essential for building team culture.Discipline should be viewed as a set of tools for decision-making.Creating healthy conflict is important for team growth.Young coaches often stop drills to correct mistakes, losing valuable practice time.Building self-awareness in athletes is key to their development.Delayed gratification is a critical skill for athletes.Coaches should provide responsibilities to foster accountability. Keywords#leadership, #coaching, #discipline, #storytelling, #youthdevelopment, #teamdynamics, #firstyearleadership, #healthyconflict, #coachingmistakes, #captainsandcoachesFull Episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL846cIbZqVBep4W_7yOns_9ke6GZwq46F&si=oF0hUxEomVybweb7For Show Notes and Coach McKeefery's Website - http://www.RonMcKeefery.comNow Available on all Podcast PlayersPick up your copy of Coach McKeefery's two #1 Amazon International Bestseller's:CEO Strength Coach - https://www.ronmckeefery.com/booksWeight Room Wisdom - https://www.ronmckeefery.com/booksPlease “Thank” our partners who bring this show to you for free:PLAE - https://www.PLAE.usRock Daisy - https://www.RockDaisy.comOutput - https://www.outputsports.com

In this episode of the CEO Strength Coach podcast, Scott Leech discusses his holistic approach to speed, agility, and conditioning training for football athletes. He emphasizes the importance of long-term development, the structure of summer training programs, and the integration of game-replicating drills. Leech shares insights on maintaining intensity during drills, incorporating contact preparation, and individualizing training for athletes. He also highlights the significance of metrics in evaluating training effectiveness and offers advice for young coaches navigating their careers.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Holistic Training Philosophy

03:03 Summer Training Program Structure

06:04 Gridiron Warrior Drills and Game Replication

09:03 Maintaining Intensity and Competition in Drills

12:10 Incorporating Contact Prep and Physicality

14:59 Individualization in Training Programs

17:41 Metrics and Effectiveness of Training

20:52 Key Drills for On-Field Success

23:44 Advice for Young Coaches and Final Thoughts

Takeaways

• The philosophy of training should focus on long-term development.

• Summer training programs should be structured to maximize team cohesion.

• Gridiron Warrior drills replicate game situations to enhance athlete performance.

• Maintaining intensity in drills is crucial for athlete engagement.

• Contact prep movements are essential for building resilience and durability.

• Individualization in training is necessary to meet athletes' diverse needs.

• Metrics like fly 10 times and vertical jumps are key indicators of progress.

• 2v2 and 1v1 drills enhance decision-making and communication among players.

• Young coaches should focus on executing the basics well.

• Creating a positive culture is vital for athlete buy-in and success.

Keywords

#strengthtraining, #speedtraining, #agilitydrills, #footballconditioning, holisticcoaching, #athletedevelopment, #summertraining, #coachingphilosophy, #contactpreparation, #performancemetrics

In this conversation, Ron McKeefery hosts Dr. Pat Ivy and Dr. Ian Jeffries to discuss the current state of strength and conditioning coaching, focusing on the implications of the five strength coach rule, the impact on job opportunities and mentorship, and the need for innovative solutions and collaboration within the profession. They emphasize the importance of understanding legislative processes, engaging the community, and creating pathways for future coaches while advocating for necessary changes in the field.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Strength and Conditioning Leadership

02:36 The Five Strength Coach Rule: Origins and Implications

05:56 Unintended Consequences of the Five Strength Coach Rule

08:55 Impact on Job Opportunities and Mentorship

11:35 The Business of Strength and Conditioning

14:22 Navigating Legislative Changes in Strength and Conditioning

17:37 Innovative Solutions for Strength Coaches

20:29 The Future of Strength and Conditioning Education

23:26 Collaboration Between Governing Bodies

26:19 Engaging the Strength and Conditioning Community

29:06 The Role of Data in Legislative Advocacy

32:00 The Importance of Experience in Strength Coaching

35:11 Creating Pathways for Future Coaches

38:12 Conclusion: The Future of Strength and Conditioning

Takeaways:

• The five strength coach rule originated from the Big East Conference.

• Unintended consequences of the rule include limited access to coaching for athletes.

• Job opportunities and mentorship pipelines have been negatively impacted by the rule.

• Strength coaches need to adapt and find creative solutions within existing limitations.

• Collaboration between governing bodies is essential for the future of the profession.

• Understanding the legislative process is crucial for making impactful changes.

• Data collection is important for advocating for changes in rules and regulations.

• Experience from retired coaches is valuable and should be utilized.

• The profession needs to focus on external factors affecting strength and conditioning.

• Creating additional pathways for coaches is necessary for future growth.

Keywords:

#NSCA #CSCCA #strengthconditioning, #coaching, #NCAA, #mentorship, #legislation, #jobopportunities, #professionaldevelopment, #athleticperformance, #sportsscience, #collaboration