• Nathan Holiday Breaks Down Energy Systems for Smarter Coaching

  • Mar 26 2025
  • Length: 47 mins
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Nathan Holiday Breaks Down Energy Systems for Smarter Coaching

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  • Why do some athletes thrive while others struggle with the same workout? It all comes down to energy systems.

    In this episode of “Strength Coach Collective,” Nathan Holiday, founder of Level Method, breaks down a simple yet powerful framework for understanding and using energy systems in coaching.

    He introduces the VPE model (ventilation, plumbing and electricity) and describes how it helps coaches assess, scale and progress workouts to overcome barriers to performance.

    He also explains how to identify what is holding an athlete back, whether it's strength, stamina or aerobic capacity, and then adjust training accordingly.

    Nathan clarifies that scaling doesn’t just mean modifying movements—the key is to preserve workout intent while ensuring athletes are challenged at an appropriate intensity.

    Listen to learn how you can use energy systems to improve your coaching and build more effective programs for your clients.

    For more information, check out Level Method using the link below or email Nathan at Nathan@levelmethod.com.

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    Level Method

    Strength Coach Collective

    01:04 - Energy systems analogy

    12:33 - Modifying workouts

    16:27 - Foundation of great coaching

    26:01 - Applying these concepts

    34:46 - Progression of energy systems
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