Strength Training

Programming and physical preparation for team sport athletes.

Decoding Excellence

#081 - Building Stronger Women’s Basketball Athletes & Beating Travel Fatigue in College Hoops

Women’s basketball is faster and more physical than ever—athletes need real strength training, not just light circuits. Add in the grind of cross-country travel, and managing fatigue becomes critical. This post breaks down how to build power, resilience, and travel-ready performance.

Decoding Excellence

#079 - The Blueprint, Preseason Training & Lessons from the Weight Room | Cardio Series

In this Cardio Series episode, I unveil The Blueprint—my free S&C and performance community—while sharing insights from a 75-min ruck walk on preseason basketball training, microdosing lifts, simplifying data, balancing team vs. individual needs, and leadership lessons.

Paid-members only

Accountability

5 Proven Strategies for Former Athletes: Motivation, Training, Sleep, & Productivity Hacks

When your training stalls, your motivation dips, or life gets chaotic — you need a framework. In this week’s accountability call, I break down 5 strategies: stalled progress flow chart, goal timelines, batching, Stanford sleep insights, and ultra-slow reps.

Members only

Questions & Answers

5 Fitness Questions Every Athlete (and Former Athlete) Should Know the Answer To

From training on the road to handling knee pain, shoulder tweaks, late-night carb choices, and recovery tools like Normatec boots—this post breaks down practical, athlete-tested answers to real training questions, blending science with the former-athlete mindset.

Paid-members only

Accountability

Five Systems Keeping Me Consistent Right Now: Early Mornings, Habit Engines, Bulk Hydration, Smarter Sleep, and TUT

This week’s Former Athlete Society call covers five systems to stay consistent: creating a 45-minute morning window, building habits over motivation, batching hydration, tracking sleep patterns, and using Time Under Tension training when energy is low.

Members only

Questions & Answers

Machines, Recomp, Turning 40, Protein Labels & Pre-Workouts — The Five Questions Former Athletes Keep Asking

Former athletes: this Q&A goes heavy on reality. Why are elite lifters choosing machines? Can you recomp slowly? What to do approaching 40, how to spot amino-spiked protein, and the truth about pre-workouts vs coffee. Tactical, honest advice you can use now.

Decoding Excellence

#077 - Why the Beyond Power VOLTRA1 Is My Go-To Tool for Strength, Rehab, and Travel Training | Cardio Chats

In this Cardio Chats episode, I share why the Beyond Power VOLTRA1 is my go-to for strength, rehab, and travel training. From eccentric to isometric modes, custom force curves, and portable versatility, here’s how this tech is changing how I program, individualize, and train anywhere.

Decoding Excellence

#076 - Behind the Scenes of CU Basketball Summer Training | Cardio Chats

Go behind the scenes of CU Basketball’s summer training in this Cardio Chats episode. From NIL challenges to altitude acclimation, VBT, plyos, and our legendary dunk contest, I share the raw, unfiltered details of how we build stronger, faster, more resilient athletes in Boulder.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

5 MUST DO Strategies for Former Athletes: Imbalances, Cardio, Mobility, Abs & Mitochondrial Health

5 big questions. 5 clear answers. From weak muscle groups to cardio sequencing, ab training, and mitochondrial health—this Q&A is packed with insight for former athletes who want to train smarter. Watch the full breakdown inside the Former Athlete Society.

Paid-members only

Accountability

4 Tactics Former Athletes Need for Training, Nutrition & Recovery (Even When Life Gets Chaotic)

Former athletes—struggling to stay consistent with training, nutrition, and recovery? This call gives you 4 powerful tactics: weighing real food, syncing your training time daily, putting money behind your habits, and smart adjustments during a cut. No fluff—just what actually works.

Paid-members only

Accountability

Accountability Call: Macro Tweaks, Sunlight, Hydration Tricks & Calendar Blocking | Former Athlete Focus

Struggling to stay consistent after your playing days? In this accountability session, I break down 4 real-world strategies former athletes can use to stay disciplined with training, nutrition, sleep, and habits—no fluff, just honest, tactical advice you can use today.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

The Ultimate Former Athlete Q&A: Smart Training, Salt, and Staying Athletic for Life

Former athletes—this week’s Q&A is live! From mixing strength & speed work, to salting meals for performance, to logbooks, office light hacks, and the best training tools—I cover it all. Watch now to train smarter & stay consistent.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

Former Athlete Q&A Replay: 5 Questions Every Former Athlete Needs Answered

This Former Athlete Q&A covers 5 big topics: using the leg press for force vs. stability, ranking red meat, chicken, and fish for lean protein, foam rolling strategies, adjusting training during high life stress, and smart sunlight exposure for vitamin D without burns.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

Cold Plunges, Deadlifts, Gym Choices & Creatine: Tactical Q&A for Former Athletes

Adam tackles cold plunges, trap bar deadlifts, gym choices, kettlebell tactics, and creatine. Real advice for real former athletes trying to stay sharp, consistent, and strong — without the fluff. Watch the full 60-minute Q&A for actionable, no-nonsense insights.

Blog

Tendon Rehab Isn’t Just Eccentrics: What Every Coach Needs to Know About Load, Timing, and Hormones

Discover why eccentric loading isn’t the full story for tendon rehab. This in-depth video unpacks isometrics, collagen timing, hormone influences, and real-world protocols to help coaches and clinicians load tendons smarter—for performance, durability, and recovery.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

5 Smart Questions Every Former Athlete Should Be Asking | Live Q&A with Adam Ringler

Former athletes often struggle to maintain structure after their playing days end. In this YouTube LIVE Q&A, Adam Ringler answers five practical questions on sleep, mobility, nutrition, and training—giving you real tools to stay consistent, strong, and focused in life after sport.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

Former College Athletes: Don’t Train Like You're 20 — Avoid Pain, Train Smarter

In this video, we talk about the biggest mistake aging athletes make: ramping up intensity and volume too fast, thinking they can still train like they used to. The truth is, your brain remembers your peak—but your joints, tendons, and soft tissues might need a little reintroduction.

Paid-members only

Masterclass

The 5 Pillars of Peak Performance: Fuel, Train, Recover, Repeat

Whether you're trying to train like an athlete again—or just feel like one—this session gives you a roadmap for how to build your body and mind with purpose.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

How Former Athletes Can Stay Strong, Lean, and Competitive After College

I break down how former athletes can stay strong, lean, and competitive—without burning out or wasting time on the wrong approach.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

Former Athletes Q&A: Training, Recovery & Nutrition for Peak Performance

Whether you're trying to regain that competitive edge, dial in your fueling, or figure out how to balance strength training with real life—this session has something for you.

Paid-members only

Masterclass

Masterclass for Former Athletes: Fueling, Training, Mindset & Recovery Essentials

In this 40-minute masterclass, I’m diving deep into the key pillars every former athlete needs to know to stay healthy, perform well, and keep building the athletic body you want after your playing days are over.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

Former Athlete Q&A: Staying on Track, Testing Strength, and Underrated Recovery Tips

Whether it's adjusting workouts during a busy week, knowing how to test your strength and conditioning post-college, or finding motivation without a coach or teammates, I’ve got you covered.

Paid-members only

Questions & Answers

Q&A for Former Athletes: Training, Nutrition, and Staying Athletic Over 30

In this Q&A session for the Former Athlete Society, I’m tackling some of the most common questions older athletes have about staying active and reclaiming their athletic edge.

Paid-members only

Nutrition

Answering Key Questions About Nutrition, Recovery, and Training for Aging Athletes

In this week’s Former Athlete Society Q&A, I dive into some of the most important topics for aging athletes who want to stay fit, recover effectively, and keep crushing their fitness goals.

Paid-members only

Accountability

Staying Agile: How to Adjust Your Training When Life Gets in the Way

Life happens, and sometimes work, family, or unexpected events force us to adjust our plans. In this 15-minute Accountability Call, we discuss the importance of staying flexible with your training schedule while keeping your long-term goals in mind.