About this episode

Tyler Franklin discusses the importance of intent and creative training methods in developing speed and athleticism.

Tyler Franklin is a strength and conditioning coach and physical education instructor based in Murray, Kentucky. He works with athletes to develop strength, speed, and resilient movement through practical training methods. Tyler is also the founder of Feed the Dogs, a platform dedicated to sharing ideas on athletic development and performance. On today’s episode, Tyler discusses building speed, intent, and athleticism through creative training environments. He shares how chase games, partner drills, and simple tools can drive higher effort and engagement than traditional drills alone. The conversation also explores balancing “fun and boring” training elements, teaching discipline through conditioning, and the philosophy behind Tyler’s Feed the Dogs approach; training athletes to be both fast and well-prepared for life beyond sport. Today’s episode is brought to you by Hammer Strength. Use the code “LILAJUSTFLY10” for 10% off any Lila Exogen wearable resistance training, including the popular Exogen Calf Sleeves. For this offer, head to Lilateam.com Use code “justfly10” for 10% off the Vert Trainer View more podcast episodes at the podcast homepage…

People in this episode

Host: Joel Smith

Guest: Tyler Franklin

Topics covered

• athletic conditioning
• speed training
• chase games
• creative training environments
• athletic development

Keywords

• strength and conditioning
• athletic performance
• training philosophy
• discipline
• engagement

Sponsors

Hammer Strength

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Feed the Dogs

Products: Lila Exogen wearable resistance training, Exogen Calf Sleeves, Vert Trainer

Places: Murray, Kentucky

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