We welcome process and development coach Justin Su’a to the podcast for a deep dive into how athletes can establish good processes, separate out bad outcomes, and build unshakable confidence. Justin brings a wealth of knowledge from his work with a variety of sports and the military, so there’s something for everyone in this discussion. I found myself intrigued as a coach, business owner, father, and husband throughout the entire conversation. A special thanks to this show’s sponsor, AG1. Head to https://www.DrinkAG1.com/cressey and you’ll receive a free 10-pack of AG1 travel packets with your ..read more

We welcome strength and conditioning coach Luka Hocevar to the podcast for a thorough discussion on a variety of physical preparation topics, ranging from coach development, to program design, to athlete assessment. Luka also spoke to some key factors that contribute to so much athletic success in his native country of Slovenia as well. If you’re an up-and-coming coach, you’ll find this to be an extremely beneficial episode. And, if you’re a player, Luka’s story will yield a lot of perspective on how hard you have to chase your dreams. A special thanks to this show’s sponsor, AG1. Head to http ..read more

This week’s podcast might be the most important one that I’ve ever done, as it outlines a list of questions that I think every baseball family should have in the back of their minds as they approach the college recruiting/selection process. At Cressey Sports Performance, we’ve worked with countless high school kids who’ve gone through this process, and we’ve learned a lot of the norms, seen a lot of the common mistakes, and helped a lot of folks navigate these challenging times. A special thanks to this show’s sponsor, AG1. Head to https://www.DrinkAG1.com/cressey and you’ll receive a free 10 ..read more

Cressey Sports Performance – Florida is looking for the newest member of our team: a Social Media Coordinator. This position will be heavily involved in CSP’s marketing efforts related to both our in-person training offering and online presence (newsletter, podcast, distance-based coaching). This is a full-time salaried position with benefits, and would require a regular presence in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Responsibilities: • Oversee Social Media accounts for Cressey Sports Performance • Assist in creating the overall marketing plan for Cressey Sports Performance and related entities • Organi ..read more

With this week’s 25% off sale on Sturdy Shoulder Solutions, I thought it would be a good time to share one of my favorite thoracic spine mobility drils. The Half-kneeling Wall Press 1-arm Kettlebell Thoracic Rotation is a great example of how the best way to train rotation is from a neutral platform. You’ll notice that the rib cage is perfectly stacked over the pelvis, and the legs and feet are perfectly in alignment so that he can rotate in a narrow hallway. Further up the chain, the push of the left hand against the wall at 90 degrees of flexion gets us some serratus anterior recruitment, a ..read more

We welcome accomplished strength and conditioning coach, author, and presenter Michael Boyle to the podcast for an expansive discussion on strength and conditioning both specific to baseball, and universal across all sports. Mike has a wealth of experience across many sports, and also in private, college, and pro settings. He shares great insights on how his thought processes have evolved, and also some lessons learned from training his own kids. A special thanks to this show’s sponsor, AG1. Head to https://www.DrinkAG1.com/cressey and you’ll receive a free 10-pack of Athletic Greens travel pa ..read more

Today, I have a guest contribution from Examine.com researcher, Lucas Roldos. This is an adaptation of an Editor’s Pick from Examine (1), and it’s especially timely, as Examine is celebrating their 13th anniversary with some great sales HERE. The study in question: Artificial light at night suppresses the day-night cardiovascular variability: evidence from humans and rats The 24-hour light/dark cycle is the most important factor affecting our circadian rhythm. As our exposure to light changes throughout the day, a region of the brain called the “suprachiasmatic nucleus” responds by modifying t ..read more

It’s time for another listener Q&A, so I cover three questions from our audience in this week’s podcast: I saw your recent Instagram post about how you’re using an Oura ring and noticed what it turned up when you were sick. What are your thoughts? I’ve noticed that my sleep tracking can sometimes dome me up because it doesn’t always align with how I feel. What’s something you see as heavily overlooked in training teenage athletes? I’ve recall you writing somewhere that you felt the “tendinitis” diagnosis was overused. Can you please elaborate more? A special thanks to this show’s sponsor ..read more

We welcome recently retired 13-year MLB veteran first baseman Eric Hosmer to the latest podcast. We discuss his path to being a #3 overall MLB draft pick, and what made him not only a fast riser through the minor leagues, but also a guy who immediately “stuck” in the big leagues. Eric speaks to how a young Royals team ascended to a World Series championship, and how the game evolved – especially for hitters – over the course of his career. He also reflects on what strategies kept him durable, and how various coaches impacted him along the way. A special thanks to this show’s sponsor, AG1. Head ..read more

We welcome accomplished baseball coach and businessman Pat Rigsby to the latest podcast. Pat brings a wealth of knowledge from the youth to college levels, and shares some excellent insights about lessons learned from the game of baseball that can be applied to any setting. I really enjoyed Pat’s comments on how we can improve the modern travel ball landscape and keep kids engaged with the sport of baseball. A special thanks to this show’s sponsor, AG1. Head to https://www.DrinkAG1.com/cressey and you’ll receive a free 10-pack of Athletic Greens travel packets with your first order.   ..read more