The Modern Athlete Podcast
Pushing the limits of human performance through building elite strength, speed, and endurance.
Episodes
95 episodes
How to Get the Most Out of the New Warfighter Cycle (#95)
In this episode, Coach Jimmy breaks down how to get the most out of the new 12-week cycle based on your individual goals and weaknesses. He covers how to approach the conjugate strength work, why accessory movements need to be progressed, and h...
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Ascent Conditioning: Building Strength & Endurance for Elevation (#94)
In this episode, Coach Jimmy breaks down ascent conditioning and how to train for the demands of moving uphill, especially while carrying load.Covered:What ascent conditioning is and why it mattersBuilding aerobic ca...
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SURGE: Breaking Down the Next Warfighter Cycle (#93)
In this episode, Coach Jimmy breaks down SURGE, the upcoming 12-week Warfighter training cycle built around developing power capacity and the ability to repeatedly produce force under fatigue.Topics:How SURGE builds of...
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Training Questions Answered: Strength, Conditioning & Programming (#92)
In this episode, Coach Jimmy answers your training questions rapid-fire and breaking down how to approach strength, conditioning, and program design.Topics covered:Squat vs. deadliftFront squat vs. back squat
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Stop Overcomplicating Your Training (#91)
In this episode, Coach Jimmy answers some of the most common training questions we get from athletes and the Warfighter community. From strength training frequency and exercise selection to dynamic effort work, conditioning, and recovery, we br...
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Why Injuries Don't Have to Stop Your Progress (#90)
Getting injured doesn't mean your training has to stop.In this episode, Coach Jimmy breaks down how to keep making progress when setbacks happen. Using a real client success story, he discusses why the best athletes focuses on what they ...
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Build Discipline That Lasts (#89)
Motivation comes and goes. Accountability and consistency are what keep you moving forward.In this episode, Coach Jimmy discusses practical ways to stay disciplined even when life gets busy. From setting weekly standards and lowering the...
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Build an Annual Training Plan (#88)
This week, Coach Jimmy breaks down one of the most overlooked pieces of program design: the annual training plan.Whether you're preparing for hunting season, Hyrox, a tactical selection, or simply trying to get in the best shape of your ...
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How to Train Around Injuries (#87)
In this episode of the Modern Athlete Podcast, Coach Jimmy discusses how to train around injuries without losing momentum. Learn how to modify your program, focus on what you can do, and keep making progress instead of letting setbacks derail y...
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The Physical Demands of Hunting (#86)
Hunting season starts long before opening day. In this episode, Coach Jimmy breaks down the physical qualities every hunter should develop to perform better in the field and reduce the risk of injury. From building an aerobic base to improving ...
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Warfighter Foundations Explained (#85)
Whether you're new to structured training, getting back into a consistent routine, or looking to build a stronger foundation, Warfighter Foundations was built for you. In this episode, Coach Jimmy breaks down who the program is designed for, ho...
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Why Raising the Floor Matters (#84)
Your best performance doesn't define you. Your worst day does. In this episode, we discuss the concept of raising the floor versus raising the ceiling, why training for consistent performance matters, and how building a higher baseline prepares...
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Performance on Demand: Strength and Conditioning for Tactical Professionals (#83)
What does it actually take for a tactical athlete to be ready on their worst day?In this talk from the Long Island Tactical Clinic, Coach Jimmy breaks down the "Performance on Demand" philosophy: how military, law enforcement, firefight...
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Warfighter Conjugate: Week 1 (#82)
Coach Jimmy breaks down the new Warfighter Conjugate cycle and explains the reasoning behind the program design. From dynamic effort work and max effort lifts to conditioning and exercise selection, this is your walk through for Week 1 of train...
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The Equipment I Trust Most (#81)
What gear is actually worth having in your training bag? Coach Jimmy breaks down the equipment he uses every week, from footwear and lifting gear to heart rate monitors and velocity trackers. Learn what tools can support your training, when the...
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Inside the New Warfighter Cycle (#80)
In this episode, we break down the upcoming Warfighter training cycle and explain exactly how the new system is structured. We cover the goals behind the program, how we’re developing strength, power, conditioning, and hypertrophy simultaneousl...
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The 6 Core Standards of Warfighter (#79)
In this episode, we break down the 6 Core Standards of Warfighter and why we use them to measure performance. We cover testing week, identifying weaknesses, and how these standards help build a stronger, more complete tactical athlete.No...
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Conjugate Training for Tactical Professionals (#78)
Most athletes either train strength, conditioning, or power. Tactical professionals need all three. In this episode, we explain how we use conjugate style training inside a concurrent training model to develop complete athletes. From dynamic ef...
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Build Your Home Gym the Right Way (#77)
Building a home gym doesn’t need to be complicated. In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Howell to break down how to prioritize equipment, maximize space, and build a gym that actually delivers results.Not on Warfighter?
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Programming Strength & Conditioning for Jiu-Jitsu (#76)
If you’re rolling multiple times per week but not adjusting your training, you’re setting yourself up to feel run down. In this episode, we cover how to structure strength and conditioning for Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on building your gas tank, impr...
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Fix the Gaps in Your Performance (#75)
If your training isn’t working, it’s not random, you’re missing something. In this episode, we walk through common athlete problems and exactly how to fix them, from poor conditioning to lack of structure and program hopping. The goal is simple...
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Master the Tactical Readiness Standard (#74)
If you’re not assessing, you’re guessing. We introduce the Readiness Standard, a five-event test designed for tactical athletes to evaluate total fitness across multiple domains. This episode breaks down each event and shows how to use your res...
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Build Better Movement (#73)
Stop overthinking substitutions. This episode explains how to train within total body, lower body, and upper body categories so you can adjust on the fly without losing effectiveness. Understand the system, match the intent, and keep moving for...
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Designing Effective Group Training (#72)
On this episode of the Modern Athlete Podcast, we break down how to run effective group PT sessions by focusing on what actually matters: group size, time, space, and equipment. When sessions are organized, consistent, and intention...
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