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Episode #10 Dr. Terry Phillips of Driveline Baseball

2/23/2019

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www.buzzsprout.com/238054/968773-episode-10-dr-terry-phillips-of-driveline-baseball

In this episode Gerry gets a chance to talk to Dr. Terry Phillips of Driveline Baseball. As a Doctor of Physical Therapy Terry has extensive experience in the rehabilitation and sports rehabilitation fields as well as great knowledge in improving overall movement quality.

Terry has worked with Driveline Baseball for almost three years and in his time there has served as the in-house physical therapist dealing with all assessments, movements dysfunction diagnostics and overall movement quality improvement for all pitchers and baseball players.

This episode gets into the details of movement assessments as well as a movement based approach when it comes to improving dysfunction, and details key areas many baseball players deal with when it comes to the rotational demands of the sport.

In addition, Terry gives insight on his new joint venture, Baseball Health Professionals, as well as the importance of providing parents and athletes with the means to receive proper care with injuries and the ability to connect with quality health professionals.

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Episode #9 Recruiting, Travel/College Baseball, Using Data & Business with Hasani Whitfield

2/15/2019

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www.buzzsprout.com/238054/958194-episode-9-recruiting-travel-college-baseball-using-data-business-with-hasani-whitfield

In this episode, Gerry has a chance to sit down and talk to Hasani Whitfield, co-owner of Gamers Baseball Academy and Untamed Baseball in Northern New Jersey and head coach of Division Two Caldwell University.

Hasani enjoyed a successful playing career at Caldwell University before he ventured out into the world of travel baseball as he started Gamers Baseball Academy and a group of travel teams, which would eventually form what is now known as Untamed Baseball.

From touching on what goes into owning a baseball training facility and travel organization to handling the role of head coach in college, this episode has it all. Hasani dives into what it is like to balance business and customer service in the world of baseball and how that impacts his most important job, that of a coach.

In addition, this episode takes a look at the rise of technology in baseball and baseball development and how Hasani has implemented the tech in both the world of college and travel baseball.

Lastly, Hasani discusses what he looks for in prospective players when he is recruiting, and how important it is to be able to develop players who are willing to work and fit the mold of a program. Also, get an in depth look at how the market for travel baseball has become over saturated and how that has changed the path of development.

All this and more on this episode of Muscles and Management!

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Episode #8 Building an INSANE Vertical Jump!

2/8/2019

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Link:
www.buzzsprout.com/238054/950002-episode-8-building-an-insane-vertical-jump

This episode is EVERYTHING related to the vertical jump and gives an easy to understand and simple to follow breakdown of what goes into an insane vertical jump and how you can improve your own!

Gerry starts the episode giving a breakdown of what two main factors contribute to the vertical jump, why the test is a great indicator of lower-half power/explosive output and how both force and velocity/elasticity come together to produce a vertical jump.

From there he gives the listener some simple form related cues for the jump itself that can yield immediate results, and then explains a simple test you can use to determine whether or not your vertical jump is produced mostly via force or elasticity/velocity.

To finish up, this episode gives you a guide on how you can train both components of the vertical jump and how you can effectively use your vertical testing results to make a more effective program!

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Episode #7 Q&A: Energy Systems, Rotational Movements, In-Season Lifting and Strength Assessments

2/1/2019

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www.buzzsprout.com/238054/940781-episode-7-q-a-energy-systems-rotational-movements-in-season-lifting-and-strength-assessments

In this first "question and answer," episode of the Muscles and Management podcast, Gerry takes some time to answer a few questions related to varying topics in strength and conditioning and sports performance.

Up first is a question regarding energy systems for team-sport athletes. After an explanation of the main energy systems involved in team-sports, the listener will get a in-depth look at how they can go about training each system. Gerry also emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between speed work and conditioning, and how many coaches have a misunderstanding of this, which turns speed sessions into conditioning work.

From there, the episode dives into the specifics of training rotational athletes. From the lower body to upper body, core strength and how to progress through rotational exercises.

Lastly, Gerry finished up with his recommendations/tips for in-season training for athletes, giving a guide on how to maximize/maintain gains while also managing fatigue and staying flexible. To finish up the episode you will get a look at what goes into a strength/movement assessment and how you can use each to improve your programming!

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Muscles & Management Podcast

Episode #10 Dr. Terry Phillips of Driveline Baseball

Episode #9 Recruiting, Travel/College Baseball, Using Data & Business with Hasani Whitfield

Episode #8 Building an INSANE Vertical Jump!

Episode #7 Q&A: Energy Systems, Rotational Movements, In-Season Lifting and Strength Assessments

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