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Chalk Talk EP 12 - PE in the 21st Century

Chalk Talk – Episode 12 – PE in the 21st Century: Theoretical and Practical Applications

Other03 Sep 2019

“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!

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Teaching & Perfecting the Deadlift

Other30 Aug 2019

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How to Teach & Perfect the Deadlift Teaching the Deadlift For good reason, the Deadlift is beloved by coaches everywhere. It is an excellent way to develop pure, total body strength as well as reinforce good posture and proper mechanics that relate to many other movements. Unfortunately, though, it is also a movement where…

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Chalk Talk – Episode 11 Post-Game Recovery

Other26 Aug 2019

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.

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The New Age of PE: Purpose, Passion, & Pride

Secondary PE26 Aug 2019

Physical Education Teacher and Head Softball Coach, Molly Collins, discusses the importance of PE in the classroom and in life.

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PLT4M Coaches Club

Other22 Aug 2019

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…

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Chalk Talk – Episode 10 – Sport Specific Training: Myths vs. Reality

Other19 Aug 2019

In episode 10, we discuss the myths versus reality around Sports Specific Training—focusing specifically on basketball, track & cross country, and baseball.

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Chalk Talk – Episode 9: Nutrition w/ April Liles RD

Other13 Aug 2019

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.

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Chalk Talk – Episode 8: GameDay Lifts vs. Lifting on Game Day

Other06 Aug 2019

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?

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Gameday Lifts

Athletics02 Aug 2019

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.

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In-Season Training Week

Athletics30 Jul 2019

Lift 1: Hang Power Cleans & Back Squat Workout Brief Today’s session is a combination of power, maximal strength and core/accessory work. Before we dive in, we grease the groove with a targeted squat warm up and core activation. Do all of this well – pay attention to the details. Non-weighted work will only be…

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Chalk Talk – Episode 7: In-Season Training

Other30 Jul 2019

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.

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Chalk Talk – Episode 6: School Spotlight: Growing a Program

Other22 Jul 2019

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.

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