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S2E36: Building Athletes, Problem Solving & Training for Your Age w Mike Robertson MS

SEASON 2, EPISODE #36

Dr. Bubbs sits down with renowned strength coach Mike Robertson of Robertson Training Systems to chat about his model of Position/Pattern/Load/Express for increasing athleticism and performance, as well as how to build physical qualities when movement quality is poor. Mike also shares his thoughts on conditioning programs, the importance of lateral acceleration, in-season training considerations, and how things change in the post-season. He also provides some of his insights from turning 40, highlighting tips for longevity and health, as well as sharing what on his reading list and pre-workout playlist. As always, fantastic insights from a world-class leader in the field!

About Mike Robertson MS

Mike is one of the most highly sought-after coaches, consultants, speakers and writers in the fitness industry today, known for his “no-nonsense” approach to training and brutal efficiency. Mike has made a name for himself as a go-to resource for professional athletes from every major sport. He’s the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training. IFAST has been named one of the Top 10 Gyms in America by Men’s Health magazine three times in the past six years. Follow Mike on Twitter

Links to Articles

Random Training Thoughts: June 2018

5 Random Training Thoughts

S2E10: How To Apply Sleep Science Into Practice With Athletes w Dr. Cheri Mah MD

SEASON 2, EPISODE #10

Dr. Bubbs interviews world-renowned sleep expert Cheri Mah, MD, consultant to professional sports teams in all four major leagues. In this episode Cheri discusses the physiology of sleep, her early research on sleep in collegiate athletes, impacts of jet lag and crossing time zones, why pro baseball teams are sleeping in during spring training, the infamous NBA nap and her NBA Schedule Alert project with ESPN’s Baxter Holmes, as well as her key tips for supporting sleep in athletes.

About Cheri Mah

Cheri Mah MS is a research fellow at the University of California San Francisco Human Performance Center and advisor to elite athletes and professional sports teams in the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL on sleep and performance. Follow Cheri on Twitter.

Research Links & Articles

The Effects of Sleep Extension on the Athletic Performance of Collegiate Basketball Players

The NBA schedule turns teams into the sleepwalking dead