Fighter Psychology, Movement Cults, & Mentorships with ALEX STERNER

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Coach Em Up Podcast

Tim Riley

90 episodes

6 days ago

Coach Em Up Podcast is here! Hosted by renowned coaches Tim Riley and Zack Zillner, Coach Em Up traverses all things training, performance, gains, and growth. Guests include your favorite coaches, current and former pro athletes, entrepreneurs, and influencers. Everyone can learn something from someone else- and we wanna learn from the best.

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Fighter Psychology, Movement Cults, & Mentorships with ALEX STERNER | Ep. 88

Coach Em Up Podcast

1 hour 49 minutes 49 seconds

3 weeks ago

Fighter Psychology, Movement Cults, & Mentorships with ALEX STERNER | Ep. 88

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In this episode, Tim Riley sits down with Alex Sterner, a strength and conditioning coach specializing in combat sports, to discuss the art and science of coaching elite athletes. Alex shares his journey from jiu-jitsu practitioner to respected coach, emphasizing the crucial role of mentorship in developing coaching expertise.

They dive deep into the psychology of combat athletes, exploring their masochistic tendencies and how coaches must balance intensity with preservation. Alex reveals strategies for effective communication with high-level fighters and debunks common misconceptions in the science-based fitness community.

The conversation takes a critical turn as they examine movement cults, the absurdity of longevity claims from Functional Patterns, and the ethical responsibilities of coaches. Alex offers invaluable advice for aspiring coaches, stressing the importance of mentorship, personal training experience, and maintaining humility.

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