Best Instinctive Movement Podcasts (2025)

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487: Ben Simons on Speed Training and the Art of Explosive Longevity 1:35:54

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Today’s guest is Ben Simons. Ben is a British performance coach and two-time Olympic bobsledder with a background in sprinting and sports science. A former World Cup gold medallist, he’s now focused on helping athletes develop speed, power, and coordination through evidence-based, real-world training methods. Ben blends biomechanics, motor learning…

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486: Cody Hughes on Principles of Athlete Centered Power Development 1:27:41

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Today’s guest is Cody Hughes. Cody is a strength and performance coach at Farm & Forge in Nashville, blending over a decade of collegiate and private-sector experience into a practical, athlete-centered approach. His work bridges foundational movement with modern tools like VBT and GPS tracking, always anchored by the belief that health drives perf…

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The Power of Protein - The 5 Non-Negotiables Series (Part 4) | Sibling Rx - Ep. 8 17:20

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Protein is one of the most important building blocks for a strong, healthy body and it’s often underestimated. In this episode of our 5 Non-Negotiables Series, we break down why protein matters for muscle repair, energy, metabolism, and longevity. Learn how to get enough protein in your diet, when to eat it, and the difference it can make in your h…

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485: James de Lacey on Rhythm, Reactivity, and the Art of Athletic Power 1:13:46

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Today’s guest is James de Lacey. James is a professional strength and conditioning coach and the founder of Sweet Science of Fighting, a leading platform for combat sports performance. He has coached in professional rugby leagues across New Zealand, Europe, and the United States, and has trained athletes in MMA, boxing, Muay Thai, and BJJ. Through …

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Building Hope and Trust: What Horses Can Teach Us about Human Centric Leadership 37:45

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Sometimes the simplest truths hit the hardest. A new Gallup study has revealed that what followers crave most from their leaders isn’t strategy or pay—it’s humanity. These four things matter most: hope, trust, compassion, and stability. But why are these qualities so difficult to deliver, and how can they change the way we lead, live, and connect? …

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484: Manuel Buitrago on Olympic Lifting, Pressure Mechanics and Explosive Athleticism

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Today’s guest is Manuel Buitrago. Manuel is a PhD, along with being the founder and director of MaStrength, a global education brand dedicated to authentic Chinese weightlifting. Since launching MaStrength in 2014, he’s taught 100+ seminars worldwide, authored Chinese Weightlifting: A Visual Guide to Technique and Chinese Weightlifting: Technical M…

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Why Maintaining Muscle as You Age is Crucial – Tips to Stay Strong & Healthy | Sibling Rx - Ep. 7 25:00

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Episode 7 is about maintaining muscle as we age and why it s vital for staying strong, preventing injuries, and living a healthy, active life. In this video, we explore why muscle loss happens over time, how it affects your overall health, and simple steps you can take to build and preserve muscle. From nutrition tips to smart exercise strategies, …

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483: Jack Barry on Confidence and the Art of Instinctive Athleticism 1:09:23

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Today’s guest is Jack Barry. Jack is the founder of JB Performance and a former ABCA DIII All-American (York College, 2021) who played at Salisbury University. After college, he worked at Tread Athletics, then built a remote+in-person coaching model. Jack has coached athletes from high school to pro levels, appeared on Baseball America’s 90th Perce…

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482: Romain Tourillon on Forefoot Training, Toe Strength, and Athletic Development

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Today’s guest is Romain Tourillon. Romain is a sports physiotherapist and researcher specializing in the foot–ankle complex, with clinical leadership at the Swiss Olympic Medical Center, La Tour Hospital (Geneva). His PhD at Université Jean Monnet Saint-Étienne examined foot muscle strength and sport performance.It’s important to train the lower le…

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Learn The Truth about Inflammation! - The 5 Non-Negotiables Series (Part 3) | Sibling Rx - Ep. 6 19:15

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Inflammation is your body’s natural defense, but when it goes unchecked, it can lead to serious health problems over time. In episode 6, we break down what inflammation really is, why it’s harmful, and the everyday foods and habits that could be making it worse. Learn how to make smarter choices for your health by understanding what triggers inflam…

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481: Sam Portland on An Evolution of Sport Speed and Movement Training 58:44

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Today’s guest is Sam Portland. Sam is a UK-based athletic performance coach and creator of Speed Gate Golf and the Sports Speed System. After a career in professional sport, he now consults with athletes and teams while mentoring coaches toward healthier and more sustainable careers. Sam has worked with athletes from Premiership Rugby, American foo…

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Presencing Mastery: With Lissa Pohl -What Horses Can Teach Us About Authentic Leadership. 40:34

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Leaders often rely on quick decisions and familiar patterns, but lasting impact requires something deeper. Transformation begins when we quiet the noise, notice what is happening in the moment, and open ourselves to what is emerging. Presencing mastery offers a way to unlock clarity, trust, and authentic connection. In this conversation on the Lead…

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480: Phil Nash on The Infinite Game of Athletic Performance 1:16:35

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Today’s guest is Phil Nash. Phil is a Manager of Coach Education at EXOS. He is a seasoned strength and conditioning professional who leads EXOS’s efforts to develop and educate coaches worldwide. Phil specializes in bringing practical, science-based training methods—like plyometrics and medicine-ball work—into performance systems, and regularly sh…

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Why Movement Is the Key to Longevity - The 5 Non-Negotiables Series (Part 2) | Sibling Rx - Ep. 5 19:35

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Staying active isn’t just about fitness, it’s the foundation of healthy aging. In Episode 5, we explore why movement is essential for maintaining strength, flexibility, balance, and independence as we grow older. From reducing the risk of chronic disease to boosting mental health, discover how even small, consistent activity can make a big differen…

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479: Tim Shieff on Exploring Fluidity, Coordination, and Sustainable Performance 1:22:39

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Today’s guest is Tim Shieff. Tim is a former world champion freerunner and Ninja Warrior competitor, and the founder of Way of the Rope. After years of high-level competition, he discovered Rope Flow as a way to restore rhythm, coordination, and resilience in movement. Today, he shares this practice worldwide, blending athletic creativity with a si…

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478: Michael Schofield on Tendons, Fascia and Elastic Recoil in Athletic Movement 1:35:51

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Today’s guest is Dr. Michael Schofield. Mike is a New Zealand sports scientist and track and field coach with a PhD in biomechanics and strength and conditioning. He has coached athletes to Olympic, World Championship, and Commonwealth Games finals in the throws, while also developing national-level sprinters and weightlifters. His strength and con…

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The Importance of Sleep for Health - The 5 Non-Negotiables Series (Part 1) | Sibling Rx - Ep. 4 22:58

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Episode 4 we discuss the importance of getting enough quality sleep is one of the most important foundations for your health and wellbeing. In this episode of our 5 Non-Negotiables Series, we dive into why sleep is essential for energy, recovery, focus, and overall longevity. Learn how improving your sleep can transform your daily performance, ment…

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How to Keep Muscle as You Age | Sibling Rx - Ep. 3 24:13

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As we age, maintaining muscle mass becomes more challenging — but it’s far from impossible. In this video, we dive into proven strategies to support muscle retention and strength throughout the aging process. Whether you're in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or beyond, learn how nutrition, resistance training, protein intake, recovery, and lifestyle choices al…

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477: Boo Schexnayder on General Strength and the Art of Comprehensive Athletic Development 1:17:00

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Today’s guest is Boo Schexnayder. Irving “Boo” Schexnayder is a world-class coach and consultant with over 44 years of experience in track and field. Renowned for producing 26 NCAA Champions and 8 Olympic/World Championship medalists, he co-founded Schexnayder Athletic Consulting and founded the Track and Field Academy. A former LSU coach and USA T…

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476: Kathy Sierra on Movement Mastery in Horses, Humans, and Robots 1:42:48

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Today’s guest is Kathy Sierra. Kathy Sierra is a computer scientist, author, and horse-movement innovator who bridges neuroscience, learning psychology, and equine training. Co-creator of the award-winning Head First programming series and founder of the JavaRanch community, she later turned her expertise in intrinsic motivation toward her lifelong…

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What Did You Expect? What Horses Can Teach Us About Clarity 40:33

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You thought you explained it clearly. You handed off the project. But what came back wasn’t at all what you envisioned. Sound familiar? Whether you’re leading a team, onboarding new employees, or collaborating with clients, one truth remains: people can’t meet expectations that were never clearly set. And clarity isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. …

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475: Tim Riley on Intuitive Speed and Strength Training Concepts 1:03:28

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Today’s guest is Tim Riley. Tim Riley is the Director of Sports Performance at Kollective in Austin, where he leads one of the nation’s top NFL off‑season training programs and works with elite athletes across the NFL, NBA, PLL, and AVP. He also serves as a Lead Performance Coach with C4 Energy and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Unive…

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474: Joel Smith on 12 Reasons Athletes Plateau in a Performance Program 1:01:10

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Joel Smith speaks on 12 reasons why athletes and coaches may hit a plateau in their performance programs. These include:1. Lack of stimulation in the training environment2. Too much stimulation in the training environment3. Not enough creativity or novelty4. Lack of a clear plan5. Too much weightlifting6. Not enough weightlifting7. Monotony from fa…

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Gut Health 101: Why Your Gut Might Be the Key to Everything | Sibling Rx - Ep. 2 21:30

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Episode 2 brings you gut health 101 – your beginner’s guide to understanding the powerhouse of your body: your gut. In this video, we break down what gut health really means, why it matters more than you think, and how it impacts everything from digestion and immunity to mental health. You’ll learn: ✅ What the gut microbiome is ✅ Signs of an unheal…

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473: Michael Zweifel on Athletic Artistry and Movement Intelligence 1:04:36

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Today’s guest is Michael Zweifel. Michael is the Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach at UW–La Crosse, now in his fourth season with the program. He previously founded Building Better Athletes (BBA Performance) in Dubuque, Iowa, training athletes from youth to pro levels. Michael also coached at Clarke College and the University of Dubuq…

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472: Will Ratelle on Giant Sets and the Art of Adaptive Training 48:43

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Today’s guest is Will “Hoss” Ratelle — former All-Big Sky linebacker turned strength and conditioning coach, with experience at the University of North Dakota, the NFL, and the CFL. Known for his intense, results-driven training style, Hoss blends his pro football background with evidence-based methods to build size, speed, and resilience in athlet…

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The Conscious Unbossing Generation: The “Conscious Unbossing Generation”: What Horses Can Teach Us About Developing Future Leaders 38:18

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There was a time when everyone wanted to be the boss. It was part of the career trajectory from the moment someone entered the workforce. That is changing. The next generation has seen what being “the boss” has meant to others, and seen the impact leadership has had, both in good and bad ways, on those around them. More and more, aspiring to leader…

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Health, Hormones & Everything In Between | Sibling Rx - Ep. 1 19:36

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This episode begins our podcast journey. We discuss everything we will be going over and the goal for this podcast. How we can help you create a healthier home and a healthier you. Welcome to Sibling Rx — where real health meets real talk. Hosted by brother and sister, Dr. Yasmin Rahimi and her brother Dr. Radi, this podcast dives deep into the wor…

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471: Cameron Josse and Joel Reinhardt on Movement, Speed, and Capacity Building in Football Performance 1:20:38

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Today’s guests are Cameron Josse and Joel Reinhardt. Cameron Josse is an Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Detroit Lions. He’s previously led training at DeFranco’s and worked in college football at Auburn and Indiana, training athletes across the NFL, NHL, UFC, and WWE. Joel Reinhardt is the Director of Football Performance at Lafay…

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470: Jay DeMayo on Oxidative Split Squats and Building Power in Position

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Today’s guest is Jay DeMayo, Jay is the longtime strength coach for men’s basketball at the University of Richmond and the founder of CVASPS—the Central Virginia Sport Performance Seminar. He’s known for connecting top minds in sport science and coaching, and for his practical, athlete-first approach to physical preparation.Where the emphasis of an…

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469: Hunter Eisenhower on Building “Human Strength” and Athletic Movement Capacity 1:06:45

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Today’s guest is Hunter Eisenhower, Associate Head Coach for Sports Performance at Arizona State Men’s Basketball. With experience in the NBA and NCAA, Hunter blends force production qualities, data analysis, and variability-driven human training methods to build explosive, adaptable athletes. He’s the creator of the “Force System” and a thought le…