In this episode of Talking Pit Podcast welcomes Coach John Bloom, an incredible strength and conditioning professional turned entrepreneur, to share his fascinating journey in coaching and his transition from collegiate athletics to building his own business. From his early days as an athlete mentored by a passionate strength coach to running teams as a college undergraduate, Coach Bloom reflects on the experiences and mentors that shaped his career. In this episode, we discuss: Coach Bloom’s unique coaching journey, starting with middle school athletes to leading collegiate teams. His decision to leave collegiate coaching for entrepreneurship and the values that guided this transition. The challenges and rewards of working with athletes of all ages, from middle schoolers to professionals. An exclusive preview of his upcoming book, Strength in Numbers, featuring lessons and insights from 108 top coaches across various sports and disciplines.   Coach Bloom opens up about the importance of community among coaches, navigating burnout, and building a career aligned with personal values. Plus, he gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the structure of his book, which is designed to be a powerful resource for coaches at any stage of their journey.   Mark your calendars! Strength in Numbers launches December 10th and will be available on Amazon. Tune in for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation, and don’t miss the chance to grab exclusive bonuses during the book’s first week of release.   📚 For more on Coach Bloom’s work or to download a free preview of his book, visit JohnBloomCoaching.com. Follow him on Instagram @JohnBloom30 to stay connected! 🖤💛 Hail to Pitt!   Pitt Sports Performance Instagram @pitt_sportsperformance   Pitt Sports Performance Twitter @pitt_science                                                                           Strength in Numbers Link https://a.co/d/2kOBLI6         Music Credit Music Unlimited, “The Podcast Intro.”