The Athlete Lab Podcast

Episode 30: Jill Lane

In this episode of The Athlete Lab Podcast, host Phil Osaer sits down with Jill Lane, sought after Sports Nutrition Advisor to the Pros, mom of three and Founder & CEO of the go-to sports nutrition app for student athletes Fueling Champions®, for a practical conversation on how young athletes and sports families can better fuel performance. Hired by Hall of Fame athletes, Super Bowl Champions and industry leading companies, her passion for helping professional athletes, busy sports families and top performance centers around the country get elite sustainable results has become the cornerstone of her business. Jill Lane has worked with 20+ professional athletes and coaches from the NFL, NBA, and MLB, while also managing high-level relationships with pro teams through her consulting work. But what really sets her apart is that she’s lived it herself, she was a high school All-American, an Olympic Development Team member, and competed at both the collegiate and semi-pro levels. She understands what it actually takes to perform, recover, and sustain success and today, she’s on a mission to help the next generation of athletes do exactly that through Fueling Champions. Together, they dive into: • Jill’s journey from athlete to nutrition coach • The biggest nutrition priorities for young athletes • What parents should know about protein and supplements • How her Feed, Lead, Succeed approach helps families support performance together • Simple ways to build healthier routines without overcomplicating nutrition Whether you’re a parent, coach, or athlete, this episode offers practical takeaways to help support better energy, recovery, and long-term development. Learn more: • The Athlete Lab (https://www.athletelabdetroit.com/) • Jill Lane (https://www.jilllane.com/) | Fueling Champions (https://www.fuelingchampions.co/) Follow us: • Instagram: @theathletelabpodcast • Guest Instagram: @itsjill.lane Spotify & Apple Podcasts: The Athlete Lab Podcast

Episode 29: Kevin Woodley

Kevin Woodley joins Phil Osaer on The Athlete Lab Podcast for a deep dive into the modern goaltending position, what’s changing, what still holds up, and how goalies (and coaches/parents) can keep evolving. Kevin is a writer covering the NHL (including the Vancouver Canucks) for NHL.com, a Contributing Editor at InGoal Magazine, and a co-host of the InGoal Radio Podcast, bringing both reporting and rink-level perspective to the conversation. In this episode, Kevin shares takeaways from Italy and insights on Connor Hellebuyck, why the best goalies obsess over learning and adapting, how he built a career focused on the crease, and what youth goalies should prioritize right now, plus how to use analytics without losing the human side of performance. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a goalie, goalie parent, or coach who wants to get better in the crease. Learn more: • The Athlete Lab (https://www.athletelabdetroit.com/) • Kevin Woodley (InGoal Magazine) (https://ingoalmag.com/author/kwoodley/) Follow us: • Instagram: @theathletelabpodcast • Guest X: @KevinisInGoal Spotify & Apple Podcasts: The Athlete Lab Podcast

Episode 28: Cheri D. Mah, MD, MS

Cheri D. Mah, MD, MS, a sleep physician & performancespecialist, joins Phil Osaer on The Athlete Lab Podcast to break down what great sleep actually looks like for athletes and why it’s one of the biggest performance multipliers most people underestimate. As a sleep physician and Adjunct Lecturer at the Stanford Sleep Medicine Center, Dr. Mah is widely recognized for her work on sleep and performance in elite athletes from sleep extension research to how chronic sleep loss impacts cognitive function, reaction time, and biomechanics. She’sconsulted across the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB, advised international organizations, and works with high performers from executives to CEOs. This episode is packed with practical takeaways you can useimmediately whether you’re a youth athlete, parent, coach, or simply someone trying to get a better night’s sleep and improve your daily life. Together they dive into:• What “good sleep” actually looks like (quality, consistency, and timing) • Paying back “sleep debt” • The “nappuccino” and when it’s useful • Using sleep data without letting it hijack your mindset • The Mah Method: simple strategies for better sleep and better performance If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someonewho needs better sleep.   Learn more: • The Athlete Lab (https://www.athletelabdetroit.com/ [https://www.athletelabdetroit.com/]) • Dr. Cheri Mah (https://www.drcherimah.com/ [https://www.drcherimah.com/])   Follow us: • Instagram: @AthleteLabDetroit • Guest Instagram: @drcherimah   • Spotify & Apple Podcasts: The Athlete Lab Podcast

Episode 27: Adam Eaton

In this episode, host Phil Osaer (Director of Athlete Development at Suburban Sports Group and former NHL scout) sits down with Adam Eaton, former Major League Baseball outfielder and current MLB coach, for a conversation centered on resilience, adaptation, and what it really takes to sustain a career at the highest level. From his upbringing and path through professional baseball to the daily grind of the Major Leagues, Adam shares the habits and mindset that helped him navigate the ups and downs of a long career. He opens up about battling through injuries, the mental side of rehab, and the perspective gained from some of the biggest moments in the game, including postseason pressure and Game 7 experiences. Now transitioning into coaching, Adam reflects on what’s changed, what still matters most, and how he approaches developing the next generation of players. Throughout the conversation, he offers honest insight into adjustment, accountability, and the ability to evolve over time both on and off the field. Together, they dive into: • Adam’s upbringing, journey, and the habits that shaped his career • The reality of the Major League grind: consistency, pressure, and longevity • Injury rehab and the mental challenges that come with it • Performing in high-stakes moments, including postseason and Game 7 experiences • Transitioning from player to coach and seeing the game through a new lens • The importance of adjustment, adaptability, and continuous growth If you want to understand what it takes to compete, adjust, and last at the highest level, this episode offers perspective from someone who’s lived it. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

Episode 26: Kim Muir

In this episode, host Phil Osaer (Director of Athlete Development at Suburban Sports Group and former NHL scout) sits down with Kim Muir, one of the most influential power skating coaches in hockey and her story is unlike anything you’ve heard. From being found as an infant in South Korea and growing up in Michigan, to becoming a national-level figure skater and eventually coaching hundreds of athletes across every level of hockey, Kim’s journey is built on resilience, curiosity, and a relentless drive to get better. But what makes her one of the most sought-after skating coaches isn’t just her story, it’s how she teaches and connects with athletes. Kim breaks down skating in a way that helps players truly understand how their body moves, why efficiency matters, and how small details can completely change performance on the ice. Together, they dive into: • Kim’s unconventional path into hockey and how she built her coaching career • Why skating is the most important and most overlooked skill in hockey • What separates elite skaters and how to actually train it • Lessons from working with players across the NHL, NCAA, and junior levels • Advice for players, parents, and coaches on long-term development If you want to understand what truly drives performance and hear a story that will stick with you, this episode delivers both. Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring Olympians, professional athletes, coaches, and performance experts. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who’s chasing their next level. Learn more: • The Athlete Lab (https://www.athletelabdetroit.com/) • Kim Muir Power Skating (https://kimmuirpowerskating.com/) Follow us: • Instagram: @AthleteLabDetroit • Guest Instagram: @kimmuirpowerskating • Spotify & Apple Podcasts: The Athlete Lab Podcast #AthleteDevelopment #KimMuir #PowerSkating #HockeyDevelopment