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HansenAthletics Radio is a top-rated podcast hosted by Darren Hansen that comprehensively covers athlete development and performance concepts. The podcast is structured to teach training enthusiasts of all skill levels how to be better athletes, coaches, and students. Delivered in an informative and engaging manner, you can expect to receive unparalleled insights into everything athlete development, business practices, and coaching. Tune in and explore the world of performance like never before.
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Justin Burch is the Rigby High Strength and Conditioning Coach Insights into one of the most successful high school programs in the state. Justin has an extensive background in performance and this episode is full of quality information for athletes, coaches, and parents.Youth Athlete Development | On-site and Remotely Consulting | Team Training ww…
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Coach Darren delivers a few tips on his approach to making meaningful changes headed into 2025! Big thank you to our listeners and subscribers. Comment your new years goal! Big things coming in 2025!
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In this episode of HansenAthletics Radio, Darren Hansen discusses the critical components of recovery for athletes and active individuals, focusing on sleep, nutrition, and hydration. He emphasizes that recovery is as important as training itself, detailing how each element contributes to performance and longevity. The conversation also touches on …
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Send us a textUnlock the secrets to sprint training success and transform your athletic performance. Ever wondered how often you should sprint to truly maximize speed? This episode delivers the insights you need, guiding athletes and coaches alike through the intricacies of structuring an effective sprint training regime. From balancing the frequen…
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Send us a textWhat if working harder isn't the key to athletic success? Join us on HansenAthletics Radio as we challenge the "grind it out" mentality prevalent in team sports and training. Through our discussion, you'll learn why strategic and efficient training methods may lead to more significant achievements and well-being than sheer hard work. …
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Send us a textUnlock the secrets to transforming athletic culture and achieving game-changing performance with insights from top coaches nationwide. An overview of the Universal Speed Rating Summit in Dallas, Texas. Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics.If you're interested in our free resource…
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Send us a textUnlock the secrets to building athletic prowess from the ground up with Coach D on HansenAthletics Radio. Ever wondered how a small-town training hub in Pocatello, Idaho, transformed into a high-performance hub for athletes to play at the next level? Join us as we recount our journey from lifting heavy in a cramped garage to mastering…
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Send us a textWhat if mastering a few fundamental movements could unlock your athletic potential? Join us for a deep dive into the essence of athleticism, where we break down the foundational elements that make great athletes. We start by expressing our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal listeners and sharing some thrilling news about upcoming guest …
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Send us a textAre you ready to improve your coaching approach with insights from the nation’s top coaching minds? Learn how to elevate your game with practical strategies from legends like Les Spellman, Tony Villani, Tony Holler, CiCi Murray, Alan Bishop, and more. Over the past 12 years, we’ve distilled their wisdom into key principles we want to …
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Send us a text00:00 Introduction01:47 Speed Analysis03:23 Dynamic Stress LoadGPS Data Analysis for Football AthleteOverviewAnalyzed GPS data of a football athlete who plays offense and defense.Covered a total distance of 3.61 miles during the game.High speed running: 334 yards at over 15.6 miles per hour.High intensity distance: 858 yards including…
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Send us a textCan you afford to let your performance drop just when it matters the most? As the fall sports season kicks into high gear, we dissect the critical importance of maintaining a structured in-season training regimen. Learn how dedicating even one to two sessions a week can not only help athletes sustain their hard-earned off-season gains…
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Send us a textWhat if the difference between failure and mastery of a skill is just a matter of awareness of four key stages? Discover the transformative Athlete Learning and Mastery Model that reveals how athletes and individuals progress from being unaware of their weaknesses to achieving effortless skill execution. We'll explore each stage in de…
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Send us a textReady to unlock the secrets to athletic speed? Discover how you can transform your athletic performance with three essential elements: force production, ground contact times, and creating force in the right direction. Whether you're an athlete striving for a competitive edge, a coach aiming to fine-tune your training techniques, or a …
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Send us a textWhat if the secret to developing blazing speed in youth athletes isn't just about strength training or perfect form? Today, we uncover the groundbreaking methodology inspired by Les Spellman and Spellman Performance, used at HansenAthletics to catapult young athletes to their peak speed. You’ll discover why short, full-speed sprints w…
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Send us a textJoin the voyage with Chrissy, a dynamo of the sports training world, whose transformative experiences range from WNBA intern to a guru for Olympians and WNBA All-Stars. As she unpacks the quintessential elements crucial to athlete development—strength, nutrition, mindset, and more—listeners will be captivated by the intersection of ph…
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Send us a textUnlock the formula for nurturing excellence in youth athletes with us as we delve into a holistic approach that transcends regular training routines. This episode is all about the secret ingredients that empower young sports enthusiasts to excel, not just in their respective sports, but in life. We've got the inside scoop from our new…
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Send us a textGet ready to rethink everything you know about athletic training. Today, we’re joined by Ryan RP, the mastermind behind New Athlete, a pioneering training facility in Vancouver. Ryan’s unique approach to speed training has revolutionized the lives of over 7,000 athletes, including more than 140 NFL stars and 1,000+ D1 athletes. As he …
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Send us a textI'm excited to share some data insights on athlete performance that we've been tracking at HansenAthletics. We're diving into what demands are placed on athletes, the type of conditioning that's appropriate for their sport, and what's important for their position. I'll be comparing the data of a linebacker and a wide receiver/cornerba…
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Send us a textCoach Darren answers a specific question received online about isometrics in our athletes' training and how we implement them at HansenAthletics.Spur up more questions? Send them over to us! Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics.If you're interested in our free resources or learni…
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Send us a textCoach Darren shares insights on considerations for athletes in-season training and why it’s important to continue working on the traits that were built in the off-season while improving the athlete's ability to recover. As a private facility working with athletes who are busy and overloaded with sports, it requires quality, consistenc…
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Send us a textAthletes often understand the importance of working hard, but are they being taught how to capitalize on that work and maintain a healthy relationship with sport and training?Here are some quick thoughts on the subject after over a decade of working with athletes. Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and suppo…
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Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the essential components of speed development for young athletes. Discover the five key pillars that can help your child improve their speed, agility, and overall athletic performance. Speed is a vital aspect of athletic performance, no matter the sport. In this engaging podcast episode, we break down the…
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Send us a textIn this episode, Coach Darren discusses the importance of adjusting training as individuals age, with a focus on recovery to reduce the risk of injury and improve overall health and fitness. Listen in to learn his top 5 tips for aging adults when it comes to productive and enjoyable training.Adults need to emphasize and realize the im…
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Send us a textConfidence is a key component of any athlete's success. This episode explores the benefits of improving athlete confidence, and how it can lead to better performance, greater resilience, and a more positive outlook both on and off the field.Giving athletes the opportunity for success, failure, and authentic expression is a powerful co…
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Send us a textThis episode is all about the benefits of doing less work for better results through intentional training. We will be exploring the various ways in which you can optimize your training regimen by focusing on quality over quantity, and how this can help you work more effectively towards your fitness goals. Support the showA massive tha…
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Send us a textVelocity-based training is a modern method used to build strength and power. It uses advanced technology that tracks the speed of each exercise, providing athletes with feedback on their performance. This helps them improve their motivation, optimize their skills, and gain an advantage over competitors.Velocity-based training (VBT) ha…
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Send us a textHost @coachdhansen talks through aspects of what peak performance looks like for athletes and 3 things you may have not considered when it comes to unhappy and underperforming athletes. In his personal experience, more athletes seem to be unhappy even when they are contributing to a winning program. Darren talks through things to cons…
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Send us a textA big welcome to Casey Zavaleta!In this episode, Darren interviews Casey, an instructor and content developer with DTS Fitness Education. They discuss the importance of teaching foundational skills to clients and the need for coaches to have a system to put everything into, starting with a solid assessment. They also emphasize the imp…
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Send us a textEpisode 46: @CoachDHansen diving into the burning question of whether a coach can motivate clients. Having the ability to do so will not only improve your career as a coach but spill over into the different relationships we maintain throughout life. By providing a clear model of the different stages of motivation we are then able to d…
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Send us a textCoach Darren covers some of the obvious but overlooked ways to improve performance and health. This episode will give you ways to improve that are affordable and cut out the BS you see on social media.Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics.If you're interested in our free resources…
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Send us a textFinally got all our head coaches together for a podcast talking all things training! Listen in for some insightful information on effective training, sport, and coaching athletes to a winning mindset.Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics.If you're interested in our free resources …
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Send us a textRICE just isn't the best answer and it's been proven at many levels over the past decade. Consider these points before deciding to avoid movement and stick with immobilization and icing.Support the showA massive thank you for listening to the show and supporting HansenAthletics.If you're interested in our free resources or learning mo…
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Send us a textThis episode is packed with information for coaches, parents, and athletes regarding mental sport [and life] performance. Liz has an impressive background and education when it comes to the mental side of performance. At @HansenAthletics we know firsthand that one of the biggest limiting factors athletes face sits right on top of thei…
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Send us a text@coachdhansen going over 7 different ways to approach and dominate adversity! Whether you are an athlete or simply trying to dominate your daily life these tips can take you to the next level. The fee is simple! Share the show and leave a review if you liked this episode.Learn more about our on-site and remote coaching options by visi…
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Send us a text@CoachDHansen covering HansenAthletics approach to developing speed during the off-season for youth athletes and where to put your energy and effort to teach the skill of speed. Listen in to hear HansenAthletics approach to developing athletes to be fast, but also in great shape!Share this with the coaches you work with!Support the sh…
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Send us a textA great question by the ol' Canadian himself [@limby2] set us up for a juicy conversation that considers the different aspects and needs of sprint training for a track athlete versus your more common field/court sport athlete in a strength and conditioning program.There's a simple fee for this show: subscribe or share if you find the …
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Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] answering your question about the negative effects of lifting weights as a youth athlete.Ask questions or connect with us HERE!For more information regarding our online training teams and individualized remote coaching services visit our website here: Visit Our WebsiteGrab a bag of our world-class #WAKEYO…
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Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] goes over the three common types of chronic pain we see and how to begin addressing them on your own!Neck pain, back pain, and knee pain... what do they all have in common?! Listen to the episode to find out and dive into how to improve your movement and decrease pain.Ask questions or connect with us HERE…
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Send us a textWe get this question quite a bit. It depends on YOU. Here are some insights into how to make the diet work best for you. Questions? Send us a message on Instagram [@hansenathletics]For more information regarding our online training teams and individualized remote coaching services visit our website here: Visit Our WebsiteConnect with …
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Send us a text@coachdhansen tackles an important concept concerning the youth and their ability to develop confidence. Questions? Call them in or send us a message on Instagram [@hansenathletics]For more information regarding our online training teams and individualized remote coaching services visit our website here: Visit Our WebsiteConnect with …
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Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] answers a question given to us by one of our athlete's parents. Is there room for quarter squats and are they effective with a high school basketball player?Coach Darren covers some misconceptions in the article and describes how we program our athletes to increase their speed and jumps.Questions? Call th…
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Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] covers some key points when it comes to designing conditioning tests and pre-season conditioning protocols for the high school athlete.Not only does he break down many of the common misconceptions and mistakes that are made, but he also gives an example of how to better approach your athlete's preparation…
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Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] dives into the difference between a Snatch and Power Snatch... or the lack thereof. This is a mistake we see often and have had our followers ask about, and we wanted to give you an insight into the way HA approaches this concept as athletes and coaches.Questions? Call them in or send us a message on Inst…
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Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] chats about the approach @HansenAthletics takes when recommending supplements. This is a question we get from parents and followers frequently, and we wanted to give you an insight into the HA process. We cover our top recommendations when it comes to supplements for youth athletes and their parents.Quest…
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Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] dives into the approach @HansenAthletics takes to develop speed with our youth athletes. This is a question we get from parents and followers frequently, and we wanted to give you an insight into the HA process. We cover the top three things a coach needs to be looking for to help these young athletes not…
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Send us a textDarren Hansen [@CoachDHansen] dives into what @HansenAthletics looks for in the squat with a glimpse into how we view the movement as a whole. We have people asking us about the squat ALL THE TIME and they want a simple answer.... spoiler alert there isn't a one size fits all approach. It's imperative to understand the needs of the in…
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Send us a textYour host Coach Darren [@coachdhansen] sits down with UCLA's very own elite athlete performance dietitian Jessica Isaacs [@JessicaTheSportsRD] to chat about battling the "diet culture" and what an athletes nutrition really needs to look like. We also take some brief dives into how utilizing your demographics' preferred social platform…
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Send us a textCoach Darren [@coachdhansen] covers the topic of finding purpose and a “why” to help drive your performance and goals. At HansenAthletics we have a weekly thought we deliver to our clients and this week's topic was structured around finding your purpose in life.Want to leave us a question to answer? Leave Us A QuestionFor more informa…
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Send us a textWe address some common things that coaches look for in their clients and athletes. These traits are leading indicators in success on and off the field and are imperative to learn as a young athleteFor more information regarding our online training teams and individualized remote coaching services visit our website at https://www.hanse…
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Send us a text@Coach_Wartman of the @iron.chapel and @coachdarrenh dive into our thoughts in further detail when it comes to @crossfit and training athletes for sport. We cover our actual thought processes concerning the short-sighted post regarding the topic earlier in the week. We were able to dive into the thought process behind our approach to …
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