In this time-sensitive episode, John and Keith discuss strategies for a successful lead-up to championship swim meets. 

Topics include:

-The scientific underpinnings of the taper

-Race-day nutrition

-When to change your race day routine

-NSAIDs and their role on race day

-Caffeine consumption and its effects on swimming

-When to stop strength training before championship swim meets

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In this latest Q&A, John Matulevich talks to fellow Ruthless Performance coach, Keith Lowery. 

Keith and John talk about...

-Hip and groin Health through strength training

-New equipment at the Mobility Studio in Pottsville, PA

-The most important muscles to target for health and performance

-Biomechanical advantages of having a bigger butt

-Why your workout shouldn't be the same as top-level athletes

-Some of our favorite warm-ups at Ruthless Performance

-Training with partners vs. training alone

-The draw backs of at-home workouts

-Cold brew vs. hot coffee as a preworkout and the benefits and drawbacks of both

As always, follow Ruthless Performance on Twitter and Instagram (both @RuthlessPerform).

Visit RuthlessPerformance.com to learn more about how we train our athletes, specifically the online education tab.

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In this conversation, John from Ruthless Performance answers Intern Keith Lowery's, questions about the profession of strength and conditioning. 

The two talk about:

-John's initial interest in Strength & Conditioning

-Strength training for swimmers

-German Volume Training

-Westside / Conjugate

-Nutrition, gut health, and micronutrient-dense foods

As always, follow Ruthless Performance on Twitter and Instagram (both @RuthlessPerform).

Visit RuthlessPerformance.com to learn more about how we train our athletes, specifically the online education tab.

Want to train with Ruthless Performance? Contact us at RuthlessPerformance.com/contact.