The Coaches Compass

Coach T, the owner of the Speed System, shares his journey in the field of athletic performance and speed training. He emphasizes the importance of starting with the basics and mastering each step before progressing to the next level. Coach T also discusses the challenges he faced in building his own business and the lessons he learned along the way. He highlights the need for coaches to have no fear and to trust in their own abilities. Coach T also shares his knowledge and expertise with other coaches through certifications and mentorship. #AthleteDevelopment #CoachingExcellence #StrengthTraining #SportsNutrition #FitnessJourney #PowerTraining #AthleticPerformance #SkillDevelopment #TeamBuilding #TrainingMotivation #YouthSports #WorkoutTips #Conditioning #AthleteEducation #SportsLeadership #TrainHard #FitnessMindset #Weightlifting #CoachingSuccess #SportSpecificTraining #AthleteLife #CoachingTips #StrengthAndConditioning #WeightRoomWisdom #AthleteTraining#FitnessForAthletes #CoachingStrategies #SportsScience #PerformanceTraining #FitForSport #EliteAthletes #MentalToughness #InjuryPrevention #TeamTraining #SportsPerformance #TrainSmart #AthleteMindset #StrengthCoach #EnduranceTraining #PowerliftingTips

In this conversation, Khrys Speed, a former rugby player and owner of Ronin Strength UK, discusses his transition from rugby to Olympic weightlifting. He explains that his interest in weightlifting began when he was introduced to the movements as part of his rugby training. He gradually shifted his focus from rugby to weightlifting and coaching others in the sport. Khrys emphasizes the importance of self-care for coaches and athletes and highlights the need to enjoy the training process. He also discusses the mental aspect of coaching and how he helps athletes overcome pressure and perform at their best. Khrys shares his approach to coaching weightlifting, including using drills and cues to help athletes understand and improve their technique. He also discusses the benefits of incorporating weightlifting movements into training for other sports. Finally, Khrys talks about his journey to opening his own gym and the different approaches to starting a gym from scratch or taking over an existing one. In this conversation, Khrys Speed discusses his decision to open his own gym and the challenges and benefits of doing so. He explains that having his own space allows him to focus on weightlifting, which is his passion, and provide a training environment that is tailored to his clients' needs. He also discusses the importance of accessibility in training facilities and the mission of his gym to make weightlifting and good training more accessible. Khrys also touches on the differences between the sports culture in the UK and the US, particularly in terms of strength and conditioning. He emphasizes the need for coaches to be relatable to athletes and the importance of athletes buying into the training process. Finally, Khrys shares his vision for the future, hoping to expand his gym and create sustainable opportunities for coaches in the industry. #AthleteDevelopment #CoachingExcellence #StrengthTraining #SportsNutrition #FitnessJourney #PowerTraining #AthleticPerformance #SkillDevelopment #TeamBuilding #TrainingMotivation #YouthSports #WorkoutTips #Conditioning #AthleteEducation #SportsLeadership #TrainHard #FitnessMindset #Weightlifting #CoachingSuccess #SportSpecificTraining #AthleteLife #CoachingTips #StrengthAndConditioning #WeightRoomWisdom #AthleteTraining#FitnessForAthletes #CoachingStrategies #SportsScience #PerformanceTraining #FitForSport #EliteAthletes #MentalToughness #InjuryPrevention #TeamTraining #SportsPerformance #TrainSmart #AthleteMindset #StrengthCoach #EnduranceTraining #PowerliftingTips

Dr. Sam Kwieraga, a physical therapist and strength coach, shares her journey of overcoming an eating disorder and chronic pain to become a pain-free performance specialist. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the root cause of pain and incorporating nutrition, sleep, stress management, and hydration into treatment. Dr. Sam highlights the gap between traditional physical therapy and strength and conditioning, where PTs often focus on modalities and table exercises instead of functional movement and strength training. She advocates for a multidisciplinary approach and collaboration among healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for athletes, especially those with eating disorders or post-op recovery. Dr. Sam Kwieraga emphasizes the importance of building a network and having mentors in the field of physical therapy. She actively engages with her followers on Instagram and refers them to other specialists when necessary. She also collaborates with other coaches and professionals to provide comprehensive care for her clients. Dr. Sam believes in continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest research and practices. She advises new coaches to get started, be authentic, and not worry about what others think. She also highlights the significance of understanding and connecting with your ideal client. #AthleteDevelopment #CoachingExcellence #StrengthTraining #SportsNutrition #FitnessJourney #PowerTraining #AthleticPerformance #SkillDevelopment #TeamBuilding #TrainingMotivation #YouthSports #WorkoutTips #Conditioning #AthleteEducation #SportsLeadership #TrainHard #FitnessMindset #Weightlifting #CoachingSuccess #SportSpecificTraining #AthleteLife #CoachingTips #StrengthAndConditioning #WeightRoomWisdom #AthleteTraining#FitnessForAthletes #CoachingStrategies #SportsScience #PerformanceTraining #FitForSport #EliteAthletes #MentalToughness #InjuryPrevention #TeamTraining #SportsPerformance #TrainSmart #AthleteMindset #StrengthCoach #EnduranceTraining #PowerliftingTips

In this episode, Coach Ryan McWilliams shares his personal journey of overcoming a career-threatening injury and how it shaped his passion for baseball training. He discusses the importance of structure, routines, and relatability in coaching, and how he uses his own experiences to help the athletes he trains. The conversation also touches on the challenges of navigating the online space and building a business, as well as the unique aspects of baseball training compared to other sports. The conversation covers various topics related to the business side of baseball training, the importance of belief in the product, the use of metrics in training, the need for load management and injury prevention, the relationship between structure and function in the body, and the importance of discipline and preparation. The guest shares personal stories and experiences to illustrate these concepts. #AthleteDevelopment #CoachingExcellence #StrengthTraining #SportsNutrition #FitnessJourney #PowerTraining #AthleticPerformance #SkillDevelopment #TeamBuilding #TrainingMotivation #YouthSports #WorkoutTips #Conditioning #AthleteEducation #SportsLeadership #TrainHard #FitnessMindset #Weightlifting #CoachingSuccess #SportSpecificTraining  #AthleteLife #CoachingTips #StrengthAndConditioning #WeightRoomWisdom #AthleteTraining #FitnessForAthletes #CoachingStrategies #SportsScience #PerformanceTraining #FitForSport #EliteAthletes #MentalToughness #InjuryPrevention #TeamTraining #SportsPerformance #TrainSmart #AthleteMindset #StrengthCoach #EnduranceTraining #PowerliftingTips

Coach Ray, a physio and strength and conditioning coach, shares his approach to helping athletes and sports organizations. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the foundational pillars of strength and conditioning before diving into the more advanced aspects. He also highlights the need for athletes to have a broad understanding of general health and wellness. Coach Ray discusses his journey from being a semi-professional rugby player to becoming a physio and strength and conditioning coach. He talks about the challenges he faced and the importance of finding passion and purpose in his work. He also shares his experiences working with teams and the importance of communication, planning, and organization in getting buy-in from athletes. Coach Ray discusses the common injuries he sees in rugby and football and the role of physiotherapy and strength and conditioning in the rehabilitation process. In this conversation, Ray Naea discusses the challenges of getting athletes to show up for treatment and the changing mentality towards seeking help. He also talks about the coaches and professionals he looks up to in the industry and the importance of self-reflection and critical analysis. Ray shares advice for his younger self and for coaches starting out in the industry. The conversation ends with a rapid-fire round of one-word answers. #AthleteDevelopment #CoachingExcellence #StrengthTraining #SportsNutrition #FitnessJourney #PowerTraining #AthleticPerformance #SkillDevelopment #TeamBuilding #TrainingMotivation #YouthSports #WorkoutTips #Conditioning #AthleteEducation #SportsLeadership #TrainHard #FitnessMindset #Weightlifting #CoachingSuccess #SportSpecificTraining #AthleteLife #CoachingTips #StrengthAndConditioning #WeightRoomWisdom #AthleteTraining#FitnessForAthletes #CoachingStrategies #SportsScience #PerformanceTraining #FitForSport #EliteAthletes #MentalToughness #InjuryPrevention #TeamTraining #SportsPerformance #TrainSmart #AthleteMindset #StrengthCoach #EnduranceTraining #PowerliftingTips