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In this episode, host Jay DeMayo interviews strength and conditioning coach Ben Steenrod about his coaching journey and insights on training and team culture.

Summary In this episode of the Central Virginia Sport Performance Podcast, host Jay DeMayo interviews Ben Steenrod, a strength and conditioning coach at Temple. They discuss Ben's journey from working in Olympic sports to basketball. The conversation highlights the importance of versatility, relationship-building, and continuous learning. Ben shares insights on how his diverse coaching experience informs his approach, the significance of small actions in building team culture, and the use of technology in training. The episode concludes with reflections on the challenges and rewards of coaching in today's environment. Key Topics : Ben's diverse coaching journey across Virginia Tech, Villanova, St. Joe's, and Temple The importance of helping various sports and roles to expand opportunities Navigating the transition from Olympic strength training to basketball-specific conditioning Practical strategies for onboarding transfer players and building team culture Balancing existing coaching principles with personal adaptation Using metrics such as force plate data to guide training decisions Emphasizing relationship-building to foster athlete buy-in and effort The value of old-school…

Topics covered

• strength and conditioning
• coaching journey
• team culture
• relationship-building
• technology in training
• injury prevention
• basketball conditioning

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