Summary: <br> This episodes guest is <a href="http://athleticlab.com/about/staff/mike-young/">Dr. Mike Young</a> of <a href="http://athleticlab.com/">Athletic Lab</a>.<br> <br> Mike is the founder & owner of Athletic Lab. Mike is the guiding force behind Athletic Lab’s training philosophy & methodology. He oversees all training, instructor quality & staff education. <br> Mike has a BS in Exercise Physiology from Ohio University, an MSS in Coaching Science from Ohio University & a PhD in Biomechanics from LSU. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength & Conditioning Association, a Level 3 coach by USA Track & Field, a Level 2 coach by USA Weightlifting & a CrossFit Level 1 coach. He is on the advisory board for the Korean Weightlifting Federation and has been featured in publications ranging from the New York Times to ESPN Insider. <br> Mike has coached athletes to National and / or World Championship appearances in 5 sports (bobsled, skeleton, track & field, triathlon, weightlifting) as well as directing the training plans for professional athletes in the MLS, MLB, NFL NHL and PGA and has coached at 4 Division 1 NCAA programs. <br> On this episode Mike and I discuss <br> <br> Mike's background <br> Mike's influences <br> The good and not so good things that Mike see's within the profession <br> Mike's walks us through his training system for a brand new athlete at the Athletic Lab <br> Mike gives an in depth discussion on his training philosophy <br> Mike's gives his thoughts on training residuals and fatigue <br> Mike's thoughts on acceleration, max velocity, and change of direction development for field based athletes <br> Mike talks about his use of olympic lift variations with his athletes <br> Mike gives his top advice and resources <br> And Much More <br> <br> This was an awesome episode with Mike and I hope you enjoy it. <br> Stay Strong, <br> RB<br> <br> Show Notes: <br> <a href="http://www.proformance.pro/">Proformance Website</a><br> <br> Show Sponsor:<br> To get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to <a href="http://upmentorship.com/">upmentorship.com</a><br>
