Phil Nash - Exos Coaching Education

Educational Highlights

• Why coaching confidence matters: it builds trust and improves athlete buy-in
• Why soft skills + hard skills matter: connection makes programs more effective in practice
• Why feedback improves performance: it shows what’s working  — and what needs to change
  

Pat VanGalen, Active Aging Specialist

Educational Highlights

• How strength and mobility directly impact quality of life as you age
• Why a holistic approach (movement, nutrition, mindset) is key to longevity
• How to build sustainable training systems for long-term health and resilience

Amanda Carlson-Phillips, VP of Nutrition & Research at Exos

Educational Highlights

• How data-driven coaching is shaping the future of human performance
  
• Why community, belonging, and team dynamics are critical for high performance
• How innovation in areas like women’s health and workplace wellness is evolving training and recovery
  

Megan Young, Seattle FC Performance Coach

Educational Highlights

• How strength & conditioning programs translate to on-field performance
• Why individualized training is critical for elite athletes
  
• How coaches build systems that support long-term athlete development

Zach Walrod, High School Strength & Conditioning Coach

Educational Highlights

• How to structure training programs that go beyond performance and support overall development
• Why physical literacy and education matter in youth athletics
  
• How to create a unified coaching approach across multiple sports and athletes

Krista Popowych & Paco Gonzalez, Global Fitness Educators & Indoor Cycling Experts

Educational Highlights

• How technology and data (like power and FTP) are shaping modern indoor cycling
  
• Why music, class structure, and instructor connection define a great cycling experience
• How indoor cycling is evolving globally and what the future of cardiovascular training looks like

Ben Dubin, Firefighter at Tempe Fire Department

Educational Highlights

• How training and fitness directly impact performance and safety in firefighting
• Why a holistic approach (physical + mental health) is critical for career longevity
  
• How to build effective wellness and training programs within fire departments

Dr. Laurent Bannock, Founder of the Institute of Performance Nutrition

Educational Highlights

• How individualized nutrition strategies impact athletic performance
• Why bridging the gap between science and real-world practice is essential
• How to adapt nutrition approaches across cultures, environments, and athlete needs
  

Isaiah Wright, Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Utah Jazz

Educational Highlights

• How individualized training is shaping performance in the NBA
  
• Why collaboration between coaches and performance staff is critical for athlete success
• How movement quality and multi-sport development impact long-term athleticism
  

Bo Sandoval, Strength Coach & Performance Educator

Educational Highlights

• How coaching philosophies evolve through experience, observation, and patience
• Why connecting theory to practice is essential in strength and conditioning
  
• How to build a sustainable career in performance while maintaining work-life balance

Crystal Johnson, STEP Program Director

Educational Highlights

• How power training improves strength, confidence, and quality of life for older adults
• Why the STEP program is designed to safely introduce speed and performance into aging populations
• How communities can implement effective wellness programs that drive real, measurable results

Carmen Del Mastro, Performance Coach at Bracey Performance

Educational Highlights

• How curiosity and problem-solving drive more effective coaching and athlete development
• Why movement proficiency is the foundation of long-term performance
• How to build trust and relationships with athletes across all levels

Christian Straka, Mindfulness Coach & Performance Specialist

Educational Highlights

• How mindfulness improves focus, emotional control, and performance in sport
• Why attention, awareness, and equanimity are critical skills for athletes
• How to apply mindfulness techniques to enhance recovery and consistency

Brandon Accardi, Weightlifting Coach & Performance Specialist

Educational Highlights

• How pneumatic resistance training can improve speed, strength, and overall performance
  
• Why integrating machines into functional training enhances athlete development and recovery
• How to transition athletes to new training methods while building trust and buy-in

Rich Pruett (EXOS) & Hunter Eisenhower (The Force System), Performance Coaches

Educational Highlights

• How to use high-value assessments to better understand athlete performance
• Why identifying asymmetries is critical for training and injury prevention
• How to combine data and coaching insight to guide smarter decisions

Dr. Dehra Harris: Down-Regulation

Educational Highlights

• How to reset after high-stress moments
• Why your nervous system controls performance
  
• How elite athletes avoid burnout

Dr. Scott Goldman: Athletic Intelligence Quotient (AIQ)

Educational Highlights

• Why talent evaluation misses the mark
• How athlete intelligence impacts performance
• Why processing speed beats physical traits

Donnie Maib: Reflections & Perspectives

Educational Highlights

• Why talent evaluation misses the mark
• How athlete intelligence impacts performance
• Why processing speed beats physical traits

Dr. David Putrino: Can We Become More Creative?

Educational Highlights

• Why creativity isn’t just innate
• How to train and improve creative thinking
  
• Why environment and constraints drive innovation
  

Sandy Abney: Tales of Training

Educational Highlights

• Coaching is about earning trust, not just writing programs
• Environment drives performance more than people think
  
• Great coaches adapt within constraints
  

Montell Douglas: Back to Beijing

Educational Highlights

• Train with purpose, not just intensity
  
• Small adjustments create big performance gains
• Why consistency is the real competitive edge

Dr. Ellington Darden: Trailblazer of Resistance Training & Health

Educational Highlights

• Strength comes from intentional effort, not volume
• Consistency beats early hype and drop-off
• Real breakthroughs come from questioning the norm

David Joyce: Synapsing

Educational Highlights

• Better decisions beat better instinct
• Why connection drives performance 
• Solve the right problem first. Most issues are misdiagnosed.

Neasa Russell & Jason Smyth: Paralympics Ireland

Educational Highlights

• Why high performance must be athlete-centered
• Why para sport requires different problem-solving
• Why sustainable systems matter in sport development

Paulie Steinman: Thoughts from a Small Business Owner

Educational Highlights

• Creating a team-based environment where members train, support, and progress together
• Why training needs more than just barbells
• Why well-rounded strength leads to longevity

Clint Martin: The Modern-Day Strength & Conditioning Coach

Educational Highlights

• Creating a team-based environment where members train, support, and progress together
• Why training needs more than just barbells
• Why well-rounded strength leads to longevity

Randy Huntington & Ty Sevin: Reflections on Human Performance

Educational Highlights

• How to train rate of force development and explosive output, not just heavy load work
  
• Why training must evolve and stay novel
  
• Why specificity matters at higher levels 
  

Mark McLaughlin: Organization of High School Athletic Development

Educational Highlights

• Why long-term athletic development matters
  
• Why balancing objective and subjective coaching is key
• Why motivation is critical for young athletes
  

Mark Andretti Bain: Born to Run

Educational Highlights

• Why belief matters more than environment
  
• Why pushing past limits changes outcomes
• Why staying in your lane is critical
  

Charlie Marshall: Behind the Bright Lights

Educational Highlights

• Why building your network matters
  
• Why versatility creates opportunity
  

Susan Cashdollar: Gym Crasher

Educational Highlights

• Why gym accessibility matters when traveling
• Why community shapes the gym experience
• Why platforms like Gym Crasher are valuable

Brian Kula: Unlocking Speed

Educational Highlights

• Why speed training requires more than drills
• Why assessments drive better results
• Why athlete autonomy matters