In this episode of the Next Level Athlete podcast, we sit down with Tim Riley, head strength and conditioning coach for the University of Texas men’s lacrosse team and director of sports performance at Kollective in Austin. Tim’s experience spans from training elite high school athletes to working with NFL, NBA, and professional lacrosse players, giving him a unique perspective on what it takes to achieve peak athletic performance. Tune in as we explore the top 10 exercise every athlete...

Zack Zillner. The man, the myth, the legend. I'm a huge fan of this dude and everything that he preaches. So put your phones down. Turn up the volume and listen up. Zack Zillner is the head athletic performance coach of the University of Texas women's basketball team. He dives into deliberate practice, setting goals and the role of intentionality in achieving success in high level collegiate sports. We tap into how important it is for athletes to align their actions with their goals, and to...

Colby Pearson in this podcast shares his journey from being a high level football player in high school to achieving every little boy's dream of playing in the NFL. Colby and I talked about the importance of his mindset, preparation and consistent effort in being an elite athlete. He dives into the challenges of being a walk -on at Brigham Young University, the grind that division one sports takes and the physical and mental demands of this high level athletics. Our conversation delves into...

Welcome back to Next Level Athletes podcast. I'm your host, Kelsey, and I'm super excited to sit down today with my friend Bobby Rodriguez. Also known as Bobby the Jet. Today Bobby and I talked about the journey from him being an collegiate athlete to becoming a world class jujitsu athlete, and then to become a world class elite coach. Bobby emphasized how vital repetition in drilling is, even if it's boring. Those are the things that led to his success in jujitsu, and he applies the same...

Welcome back to the Next Level Athletes podcast. I'm super excited for this one today. I sat down with Mono Watsa, owner and president of PGC. Also known as Point Guard College. This is a very successful basketball camp that works with tens of thousands of athletes every single year. Over a decade ago, I was one of those athletes when I went to my first PGC. There I learned lessons and principles that still stick with me today. Mono is an incredible leader and motivator and gave priceless...

In this conversation with Ross Apo we cover his experiences as a football player, from his time at BYU and in the NFL to his transition into coaching and training. We dive into his high school football experience in Texas, the recruitment process, the challenges of Division I football, and the importance of nutrition and recovery for athletes. Ross shares his inspiring journey through injuries, setbacks, and finding purpose beyond football. We talk about the impact of sports psychology, the...

Coach Jerry Seymour, owner of the Running Back Academy, shares his coaching style and approach to working with athletes of all ages. He emphasizes the importance of painting scenarios and creating visualizations for players to enhance their understanding and performance. Coach Seymour works with athletes from the NFL down to eight-year-old kids, focusing on building their skills and mental resilience. He encourages undersized running backs to embrace the mindset of 'heart over height' and do...

Zach Stetler, is a strength and conditioning coach at Brigham Young University. In this podcast he shares his insights on elevating athletic performance and preventing injuries. You will learn how simple, yet powerful, strength training movements like squats, glute bridges, and bench presses can transform your game. He also shares stories of athletes who achieved remarkable results, including a javelin thrower who gained 45 pounds of muscle and a sprinting team that cut hamstring...

Coach Gil is the founder and owner of Sling it QB an elite quarterback coaching program. He is the author of the book "Finding the Zone: The Law of Attraction in Sports." Beyond training elite quarterbacks, coach Gil focuses on mind and body techniques that prepare each quarterback mentally and emotionally for any and all situations. You don't want to miss this episode!

Dustin Smith is one of the founders of Elite QB. They have worked with quarterbacks like Jaren Hall and Zac Wilson. Dustin is also a founder of the non profit, Especially For Athletes, where they focus on the mental health of athletes. On top of all this, Dustin gets involved in his community and is the head football coach at Spanish Fork high school. This is not an episode you will want to miss.

In this episode Kurt Mathews shares invaluable insights gained from navigating the recruitment journey with his sons, Mitch and Marcus who both played football for BYU. Kurt gives us practical advice and strategies that worked for his family in securing college football opportunities. If you are an athlete or a parent, this episode is a must listen!

Today I sat down with Matt McLeod, a former award winning basketball coach who now works as a mental performance coach for elite high school athletes. Matt dives into what mental toughness is, and what it takes to separate oneself from other athletes. We talk about getting out of your own way, doing things when motivation is non existent, and learning how to live in a way that serves our future self and goals. Any athlete who wants to level up their mental performance needs to listen and...

Darren Hansen co-owns Hansen athletics in Pocatello Idaho where he helps young athletes realize and reach their elite potential. In the podcast we dive into training, nutrition and what sets the elite apart from everyone else.

In this episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Candon Dahle, a pitcher for BYU's baseball team. Candon walks us through his journey from high school to the collegiate level, sharing the highs and lows along the way. From unique pre-game rituals to the intense transition to college baseball, we dive into the mental and physical grind it takes to compete at this level.

I had the opportunity today to sit down with an old friend of mine, Tommy Togiai. Tommy is a former Ohio State Buckeye where he played defensive tackle for the football team. He found much success at Ohio State and was drafted to the Cleveland Browns in 2021. He has since been traded to the Atlanta Falcons where he is currently playing. He delves into the unexpected challenges and realities of life in the league, offering invaluable advice on staying grounded, constantly improving, and the...

Today I had the chance to sit down with Mitch Mathews. Mitch is an former wide receiver BYU football team, and had an extremely successful career playing for the cougars. He then went on to play at the next level for the Cleveland Browns, and the Kansas City Chiefs. In the episode, we discuss what it means to be elite and make it to the next level, how to separate yourself from the competition, and the power of our minds to accomplish what seems like impossible things. Tune in if you want to...