EP 20: Kyle Jacksic | Fail Fast, Connect Dots—A Strength Coach’s Story

Charlotte Christian Director of Athletic Performance, X2 Baseball Director of Performance, and North Carolina NHSSCA State Director Kyle Jacksic joins the show to share how he balances multiple coaching roles while still delivering at the highest level.

Kyle breaks down his overall training philosophy, why failing fast is critical to his program succeeding, and how he built athlete buy-in and attendance numbers with lessons borrowed from Disney.

We also explore how his own injury background shapes the way he LEADS athletes through Return to Play, and why every coach should be a Dot Connector—not a Dot Collector.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kyle Jacksic's Journey

04:08 Balancing Multiple Roles in Athletic Performance

06:59 Building a Private Training Business

09:48 The Importance of Support Systems

12:44 Navigating Career Growth and Family Planning

15:35 Creating a High-Quality Training Environment

18:16 The Role of Vulnerability in Coaching

21:00 Return to Play Philosophy and Its Impact

23:43 General Preparedness and Athlete Development

26:09 Adapting Training for Diverse Skill Levels

28:57 Complexity in Programming for Athletes

36:00 Adapting Training for Freshmen Athletes

38:19 The Importance of Failing Fast

42:38 Evolving Perspectives on Strength Training

46:21 Connecting Dots in Coaching Development

55:23 Balancing Information and Practical Application