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

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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

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In this episode, John Matulevich is joined by Allie Doran, a wild game chef and author of Venison Every Day.

The two talk about:

-The health benefits and utility of making stock

-Allie's love of bear meat, specifically her bear chili recipe

-General wild game cooking tips and tricks

-Dessert ideas

-Why homemade recipes tend to be much healthier than 'healthy' alternatives and tastier than restaurant made dishes

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In this episode, John Matulevich revisits his 2019 cross-country 43-day cycling journey with the Pottsville Rotary. This is a somewhat edited episode and is available as audio-only. You can find the pictures from this presentation on the Ruthless Performance Ride America Facebook Page. 

John discusses:

-Using your skills to pivot into more rewarding positions

-The most abrupt elevation changes of his cross country ride

-How the desert wreaked havoc on his performance and health

-Overcoming the various challenges of cross country cycling

-Creating a feedback system that rewards positivity and forward progress

-The importance of community and the value of community-strengthening organizations

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In this episode, John from Ruthless Performance sits down with long-time Pottsville Area High School Swim Coach Ned Hampford and the team's statistician, Josh Zelinsky. In addition to John's role with Ruthless Performance, he is also the Strength & Conditioning Coach (and alumni from) the Pottsville Area Crimson Tide Swim Team.

In this episode the three talk about:

-The creation of the DHH Lengel Natatorium (1970)

-The formation of the Pottsville Area Boys' Swim Team (1973)

-The team's participation in the East Penn Swim League and subsequently the Anthracite Swim League

-Coach Hampford's start with the team (1977)

-Early team successes and qualifications for the state championship meet (1986)

-The team's departure from traditional, high-yardage training

-The formation of the Pottsville Area Water Polo team as a means of building and introducing new swimmers to the water

-The strengths and weaknesses of coaching swimming in the coal region

-The popularity of tech suits in the early 2000's

-All-time best performances and races from the team's history

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

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In today's episode, returning guest, Kyle Fisher, runs the show. Kyle talks about his first successful deer hunting experience, plus some unusual recipes and the value of organ meat.

Some points from this episode include...

-The value of liver and heart in health and performance

-Using fish heads to make a healthy broth rich in Vitamin A

-Adding organ meat to traditional American foods

-Hunting to get closer to nature

You can follow Kyle on his Alternative Fish social media platforms including Instagram and the VIP Facebook Page.

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Today, we're joined by Dr. Brandon Aucker of Revive Chiropractic in Pottsville, PA, whose office is home to the new Ruthless Performance Mobility & Fitness Studio. 

Over the conversation, topics range from:

-Details about Dr. Aucker's mentor, Dr. Jack Dolbin, who played in the NFL for the Denver Broncos while going to chiropractic school

-Chiropractic for sports

-Modalities that Dr. Aucker uses at Revive Chiropractic

-Thoughts on back pain

-Biomechanics and how it relates to function, posture, and wellness

-How NASCAR drivers seek out chiropractic practitioners

-The pitfalls of dehydration

-Gym-Clinic Hybrids

You can learn more about Revive Chiropractic on their Facebook, Instagram, their website, and you can call them at (570)621-4390 or email them with questions or to become a patient.

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

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