Do you train young athletes? Do you want to help inspire and empower them? And do you want to help them learn how to take care of their body for a lifetime? If so you’re going to love this week’s show! Dr Sean Maloney is a strength and conditioning coach and lecturer based in Milton Keynes, England. He started his own coaching business, Maloney Performance, back in 2011 following an internship with the English Institute of Sport. Currently, Sean leads S&C support for MK Breakers basketball club and MK Badminton Academy, with private work predominantly focused on the development of youth athletes. Sean teaches on the MSc Strength & Conditioning Course at Middlesex University, as well as for the University of Bedfordshire and the Professional Golfers’ Association. And in this episode, we’re going to take a deep dive into how to build confident and empowered young athletes!   The gym rewards discipline and consistency – two traits I really value. – Sean Maloney   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: * Sean’s background and how he got started in physical preparation. * How Sean got started training young athletes, and why he’s so passionate about it. * Why he pulls training methods from various disciplines and sports to create a truly fun and engaging training experience. * What does it mean to empower your athletes? And why is this important? * How the weight room helped Sean build confidence, and how he’s now instilling that with his young athletes. * Sean’s thoughts on building the next generation of great young coaches. * The power of asking questions and being curious to develop critical thinking skills. * Why Sean does NOT want to be known as a specialist – and the difference between your business marketing and overall mindset!     Connect with Sean: * Sean’s Instagram * Sean on Research Gate   Related Links: * Jeremy Frisch Podcasts * Joe Kenn Podcasts   Stop the Frustration! Get the Complete Coach Certification Are you a young fitness trainer or coach? Are you frustrated by the results you’re getting or the lack of resources available to learn the skills you need to be successful? Are you struggling to get enough clients or wondering how long you’ll be able to follow your passion for helping others? It’s time to stop the frustration and stop worrying. It’s time to get certified! If you’re serious about improving your results, serious about becoming a better coach, and serious about increasing your bottom line, then you need the Complete Coach Certification. In this massive course, you’ll learn: * How to use the R7 system to create seamless, integrated and efficient programs for clients and athletes of all shapes and sizes * How to create the culture, environment and relationships with everyone you train so you can get the absolute best results * The exact progressions, regressions, and coaching cues I use in the gym – from squatting and deadlifting to pressing and pulling and everything in between * The assessment process I use to determine the best exercises for a client or athlete on Day 1,