Mid Life Muscle and Strength

Blind spots in your training- identify them and get better!

In this episode, JP and Mickey explore the common training gaps across various sports and fitness disciplines, emphasizing the importance of balanced strength, mobility, and cognitive training for optimal performance and injury prevention. Thanks for listening!

Looking at the Crossfit Games Season Changes

In this episode, JP and Mickey discuss the evolution of CrossFit's competition season, training strategies for semi-finals, and insights into athlete recovery and programming. They explore how recent changes impact community engagement, athlete preparation, and the overall sport experience. Thanks for listening!

Special Guest: Dan Kilmartin (Mickey's Dad)

In this episode Mickey and JP have a conversation with Dan Kilmartin, Mickey's father, about his athletic history, how sports teach some of the best life lessons, and how fitness has changed for him over the years. Thanks for listening!

Special Guest- Pete Lepak

In this episode of the Midlife Muscle and Strength Podcast, Mickey and JP are joined by Pete Lepak, a seasoned soccer coach from South Windsor, Connecticut. They discuss the evolution of youth soccer coaching, the differences between travel and premier soccer, and the importance of early sports involvement. Pete shares insights on training, motivation, and the role of parents in youth sports, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to coaching and the significance of allowing kids to play and enjoy the game. The conversation also touches on strength training, specialization in sports, and the play practice play coaching model.

Special Guest: Jon See talks CrossFit and Life after competing

In this episode of the Midlife Muscle and Strength Podcast, Mickey and JP chat with Jon See, a former elite CrossFit athlete and friend of the show. They discuss John's athletic journey, the dynamics of training in a competitive environment, the importance of competition in life, and the challenges of aging and recovery. John shares insights on his experiences in CrossFit, the mental burdens athletes face, and his current fitness goals. The conversation highlights the significance of camaraderie in training and the joy of competing, whether in sports or in life.