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The Athletic Edge Podcast

The Athletic Edge Podcast

By: Liam Evans
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Welcome to "The Athletic Edge Podcast," designed for athletes, coaches, and parents interested in all facets of athletic development. Join me and esteemed guests from around the world as we delve into game-changing tools and expert insights covering strength training, performance enhancement, and long-term athletic development strategies. Uncover the keys to elevate your athletic potential and build your Athletic Edge.© 2025 Liam Evans Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • #23 | The Metrics That Matter In Athlete Development & Pro Sport with Tanner Care
    Aug 25 2025

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    Summary

    In this conversation, Tanner Care, the director of performance for the BC Lions and Vancouver Bandits, shares his extensive journey in strength and conditioning. He discusses the importance of maximizing athletic potential, the transition from U Sports to NCAA, and the differences in training models. Tanner emphasizes the significance of individualization in training, long-term athletic development, and the evaluation processes for athlete readiness. He also highlights the importance of speed development, deceleration training, and the use of metrics to guide athlete development. Tanner concludes with insights on balancing professional and personal life as a coach.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Tanner Care and His Journey
    03:56 Transitioning from U Sports to NCAA: A Strength Coach's Perspective
    11:10 Long-Term Athletic Development Philosophy
    18:24 The Importance of Speed Development in Non-Track Athletes
    24:00 Integrating Deceleration and Change of Direction Training
    26:38 The Harmony of Skill and Physical Qualities
    29:56 Metrics That Matter in Athletic Performance
    34:42 Understanding Athlete Trends and Ecosystems
    36:24 Navigating Athlete Buy-In and Health
    39:34 Implementing Health-Focused Training
    42:19 Game Day Preparation and Performance
    45:34 Underappreciated Training Qualities in Experienced Athletes
    47:45 Finding Balance in Professional Coaching

    Links:

    IG: @coach.care

    Connect with me:

    IG: Follow @evans.performance for additional insights and content.

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    53 mins
  • #22 | Building Stronger, Faster, Healthier Soccer Players with Malorie Henderlong
    Aug 4 2025

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    Evans Performance Online Training Information: https://evansperformance.my.canva.site/

    Summary

    In this conversation, Malorie Henderlong, the women's soccer strength and conditioning coach at Auburn University, shares her journey into strength coaching, emphasizing the importance of building relationships with athletes and educating them about their training. She discusses the misconceptions surrounding strength and conditioning in soccer, the significance of individualized fitness programs, and the need for speed and acceleration training. Mallory also addresses the challenges of in-season training, the rising concern of ACL injuries in women's soccer, and the importance of preparing athletes for life after college. Throughout the discussion, she highlights the role of mental health and support in athlete development.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Strength and Conditioning Coaching
    06:39 Navigating Strength and Conditioning Misconceptions
    12:12 Preseason Testing and Conditioning Strategies
    18:18 Individualizing Fitness and Conditioning Programs
    25:24 The Importance of Speed and Acceleration Training
    30:28 Managing Athlete Load and Fatigue
    36:17 Strength Training and Injury/ACL Prevention
    47:04 Life After College Sports
    57:15 Building Relationships with Athletes

    Links:

    IG: @malorie_henderlong

    Connect with me:

    IG: Follow @evans.performance for additional insights and content.

    Newsletter: Join my newsletter (**https://theathleticedge.beehiiv.com/subscribe?_gl=1*dpt3zl*_ga*MTM0MTIxOTI1Mi4xNzA3NDk3MzM0*_ga_E6Y4WLQ2EC*MTcwODIwNDE2MC4yMi4xLjE3MDgyMDQyMjIuNjAuMC4xODMwODIwMjUw*_gcl_au*MTkyMDc5ODQ3NC4xNzA3NDk3MzM0**) for a deeper dive into the episodes and to keep up to date on the release of new episodes!

    Thank you for listening! Stay tuned for more valuable discussions on strength and conditioning with industry experts. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help us reach more listeners.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • #21 | Balancing Strengths and Weaknesses in Athlete Development with Josh Bray
    Jul 28 2025

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    Summary

    In this conversation, Coach Josh Bray shares his journey in the coaching profession, detailing his experiences and insights into athlete development. He discusses the importance of off-season programming, evaluating athlete qualities, and balancing strengths and weaknesses. Josh emphasizes the significance of play in sports, the need for adaptability in coaching, and the lessons learned from elite athletes. The conversation highlights the fluid nature of coaching and the importance of creating an enjoyable environment for young athletes.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Coach Josh Bray
    01:19 Josh Bray's Journey in Sports and Coaching
    04:47 Day-to-Day Life as a Strength and Conditioning Coach
    06:30 Key Considerations for Off-Season Programs
    09:33 Understanding Athlete Qualities: Bucketing and Archetyping
    15:37 Differentiating Between Muscular and Elastic Athletes
    18:35 Programming for Different Sports and Athletes
    21:46 Training Structure and Consistency
    24:15 In-Season Programming and Adaptability
    30:55 The Importance of Play and Movement Quality
    36:40 The Role of Early Specialization in Youth Sports

    Links:

    IG: @jbraythecoach

    Connect with me:

    IG: Follow @evans.performance for additional insights and content.

    Newsletter: Join my newsletter (**https://theathleticedge.beehiiv.com/subscribe?_gl=1*dpt3zl*_ga*MTM0MTIxOTI1Mi4xNzA3NDk3MzM0*_ga_E6Y4WLQ2EC*MTcwODIwNDE2MC4yMi4xLjE3MDgyMDQyMjIuNjAuMC4xODMwODIwMjUw*_gcl_au*MTkyMDc5ODQ3NC4xNzA3NDk3MzM0**) for a deeper dive into the episodes and to keep up to date on the release of new episodes!

    Thank you for listening! Stay tuned for more valuable discussions on strength and conditioning with industry experts. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help us reach more listeners.

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    41 mins
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