Today in Episode 66 of the Dunk Talk Podcast, Dylan Haugen goes solo to break down his training evolution, injuries, and lessons from the past year. He reflects on how turning 18 has reshaped his approach to lifting, recovery, and jump volume, sharing how his body has adapted to heavier loads and smarter, more intentional training.Dylan takes listeners through his full journey—from discovering dunking as a kid, to winning contests and building consistency through structured programming with JumpX. He talks about his highs, like hitting new dunk milestones and contest wins, and the challenges of dealing with ankle and knee setbacks. Along the way, he shares insights on deep squats, deloading phases, managing fatigue, and redefining what productive training means.With honesty and detail, Dylan opens up about balancing school, digital marketing work, and dunking, while planning smarter recovery strategies for 2026. Tune in for a grounded look at what it takes to grow as an athlete, stay disciplined through setbacks, and keep pushing toward the next level of performance.Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dunk-talk-w-dylan-haugen/id1748327178Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4737NyBcPveHp3CAftdj5i?si=g7RCdo7RQ72kYjf0daGOggToday's Speakers:Dylan Haugen (Host) -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanhaugen23/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DylanHaugen23Website: https://dylan-haugen.com/