“Gym Class” has gotten a bad wrap in public education over the last few decades. For most Physical Education Teachers, they have had it with the antiquated words and views about their subject. Dr. Seth Eckler PhD and Rusty Fuller both have theoretical and practical applications of PE that are worth listening to as you head back to school!
How do you help your athletes feel ready to get back to work in just a couple of days? In this episode, Chalk Talk chats about post-game recovery and how to get the most out of our athletes’ hard work.
Physical Education Teacher and Head Softball Coach, Molly Collins, discusses the importance of PE in the classroom and in life.
The PLT4M Coaches Club consists of ambassadors across the country who are recognized for their dedication to high school athletics and physical education. The Coaches Club is comprised of Strength Coaches, Sport Coaches, Physical Education Teachers, Athletic Directors, and Athletic Trainers. We’re excited to share their experiences and successes. Stay tuned for podcasts and videos…
In episode 10, we discuss the myths versus reality around Sports Specific Training—focusing specifically on basketball, track & cross country, and baseball.
In episode 9, Doug Curtin sits down with April Liles, Registered Dietitian and Food Service Director at Waltham Public Schools, discussing the how, what, and why nutrition is a key for every student that we work with.
In episode 8, Chalk Talk covers one of the hottest topics in the world of HS Strength and Conditioning, GameDay lifts. Should your athletes lift on game day?
Should your athletes lift on game day? What’s the best approach to “GameDay Lifts”? We thought it’s worth a deep dive into ALL the facts surrounding “GameDay Lifts” and their possible use and benefit.
In episode 7, Coach Breslin & Coach Reno talk in-season training, focusing on the importance of training in-season, as well as what that training program should look like.
In episode 6, Doug Curtin sits down with Devin Wendel, AD and Activities Coordinator at Mount Abraham High School, where he was tasked with building a new high school strength program from the ground up.
In episode 5, Doug Curtin sits down with Coach Max Isaak, PLT4M’s Head Performance Coach, talks about building culture and buy-in.
All too often we see athletes way too caught up with their newest PR or the “sexy” new movement they saw their favorite athlete do. In episode 3 of Chalk Talk, Coach Breslin and Colin Reno talk about focusing on movement mechanics and seeing strength develop as a direct result.