In this episode, Louis, Brandon, and Alex dive into the benefits of auto-regulation training, which adjusts workouts based on an athlete's readiness and recovery. They share personal experiences, with Louis noting its effectiveness and Brandon highlighting how it helps him adapt his training. The team also discusses the use of fitness trackers like Whoop, Fitbit, and Aura Ring to monitor recovery and performance through data such as heart rate variability.Coaching strategies are explored, focusing on the importance of guiding athletes through modifications and preventing injuries. They address common challenges, such as athletes struggling with new, intense training programs. Building trust between athletes and coaches is emphasized, helping athletes better adjust to the demands of the program.

In this episode Lou interviews Dr. Trent Nessler creator of The Athlete Lab. They dive into the relationship between human movement, injury risk management with ACLs, and the importance of continuous learning and reading research in the field of physical therapy. Lastly, a discussion on martial arts for personal development, and what to look for when visiting gyms.

Be sure to check out his page at https://theathletelab.org/

Instagram: @bjjpt_acl_guy

Also check out his book, How to Build a Badass Firefighter

Louis and Brandon discuss the upcoming Olympics in Paris. In this episode they look into medal strippings due to unethical practices, and the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. They also talk about the conditions for athletes at the Olympics, the addition of new events to the Games, and their personal preferences for the summer and winter Olympics.