Coach Em Up Podcast

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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:04:44 - Who is Jon Heck?
00:07:15 - Not all players love the game
00:13:21 - First S&C job and powerlifting
00:15:39 - Working with Carolina panthers
00:18:13 - Mentorship Opportunities
00:19:46 - Working with Luke Keuchly
00:24:02 - Moving to UNC coaching job
00:25:21 - Coaching with the Texans
00:26:15 - Moving to Troy
00:30:47 - Starting Remote coaching business
00:37:51 - Forming Hammer and Chisel Performance
00:39:33 - Growing the H+C podcast
00:41:21 - Working with strongmen competitors
00:43:15 - Red head disadvantages
00:47:47 - Experience as a D1 and NFL strength coach
00:49:31 - The biggest impact in college S&C
00:53:50 - Cons of the college space
00:55:36 - The NIL & Transfer portal era
01:01:56 - Too many cooks in the NFL kitchen
01:06:55 - Making a leap of faith
01:09:28 - Being willing to walk away from a good job
01:13:00 - Nutrition coaching enters the picture
01:16:59 - Get lean first, then put on some tissue
01:22:29 - If athletes ate like bodybuilders, they would get better results
01:25:08 - The importance of proper electrolyte intake
01:29:32 - Carbs are a performance enhancing drug
01:36:33 - The psychology of nutrition
01:42:30 - The basics of body comp and performance nutrition
01:47:59 - Not everyone has the metabolism necessary for losing bodyfat
01:56:17 - 3 things to be a more effective nutrition coach
02:02:20 - Rant n rave
02:05:40 - Alternative career paths
02:07:28 - Overrated vs underrated
02:09:41 - Good potassium supplements
02:11:47 - Unsolicited solicited advice

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From his journey starting with a pool hall bet that led to bodybuilding and eventually physical therapy, to challenging common misconceptions about pain and rehab, Dr. Andy delivers game-changing perspectives for coaches and athletes alike.

In this episode, they dive deep into:
- Why the absence of pain doesn't mean the presence of function
- How to transition clients from pain to performance using proper progression
- Debunking dangerous myths about back pain and imaging results
- The art of behavior change through questioning rather than telling
- Building a successful business while avoiding burnout
- The male mental health and therapy epidemic
- Q&A on why Andy is a badass

This conversation bridges the gap between rehabilitation and performance, offering practical frameworks that will transform how you approach training and recovery.

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Check out Dylan's Enhanced Olympic Lifting Journey! @DozerWeightlifting @dozer.wl

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Tim Riley welcomes Dylan Cooper back to the Coach 'Em Up Podcast to discuss his physical transformation and the "Look Like You Lift" program. Dylan shares how he lost 25 pounds in three months by prioritizing daily walking and making sustainable lifestyle changes. The conversation explores the balance between strength and health, the mental aspects of weightlifting, and Dylan's approach to documenting his fitness journey. The hosts provide practical advice on implementing healthier habits while maintaining strength, emphasizing the importance of blood work and sustainable approaches to fitness.

Later in the episode, Dylan discusses his decision to document a hormone cycle and shares insights about peptides and training methods. This is one you won't want to miss!

Check out Dan! @2Xathlete

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Join host Tim Riley as he sits down with strength and conditioning coach Daniel Back in this knowledge-packed episode of the Coach 'Em Up Podcast. Daniel shares insights from his work with elite track athletes, discussing the critical importance of elasticity, stiffness, and proper off-season training. They dive deep into the science of force production, sprint mechanics, and the latest research on fascial adaptations.

Tim announces an exciting partnership with XPE for the 2026 Combine Prep class in Austin, where Dan will serve as the speed coach. They also touch on Dan's approach to remote coaching, Tim's recent training setbacks, and how track-specific training creates superior athletic qualities that transfer across sports.

Whether you're a coach, athlete, or fitness enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights on developing elasticity, understanding true athletic development, and questioning common training narratives.

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