263. Plyometrics, Longevity & Athleticism with Angus Bradley

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The episode features strength and conditioning coach Angus Bradley discussing effective training principles, focusing on plyometrics, longevity, and athleticism.

263. Plyometrics, Longevity & Athleticism with Angus Bradley Today we sit down with strength & conditioning coach Angus Bradley to unpack the principles behind effective training, athletic development, and why fitness doesn’t need to be as complicated as the internet makes it seem. Angus shares his approach to simplifying training while still getting great results; focusing on consistency, individuality, and understanding the “why” behind programming decisions. We dive deep into plyometrics, resilience, longevity, and what it actually means to train like an athlete across the lifespan. From runners trying to stay injury-free, to gym-goers wanting to move better and perform better, this episode is packed with practical insights grounded in sports science and real-world coaching experience. We discuss: Why simplicity often beats over-optimization The key physical qualities that make someone “athletic” Plyometric training: benefits, risks, and common misconceptions How to safely program jumps, hops, and explosive work Dose, intensity, and progression for different experience levels Why plyometrics matter for longevity, resilience, and injury prevention The balance between…

People in this episode

Host: Stronger Stride

Guest: Angus Bradley

Topics covered

• plyometrics
• athleticism
• longevity
• injury prevention
• strength training
• sports science

Keywords

• plyometric training
• athletic development
• injury prevention
• strength and endurance
• sports science

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Organizations: Stronger Stride

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