by Ian Bach
Are you interested in the real life stories of people pursuing their dreams? In the podcast BachTalk, Ian Bach talks to people in sports pursuing excellence at the next level. The talk turns to fitness, training strategies, successes and failures, but most of all, the drive to move forward. Always be yourself and join us and Bach Talk.
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June 21, 2024
<p>In this episode of BachTalk, we delve into the world of baseball with our guest Lance Brozdowski who serves as a Player Development Analyst at Marquee Network. Our guest has a rich educational background with a Master's degree in Journalism and Sports Media from Northwestern, which has paved the way for their prolific writing career with contributions to Baseball Prospectus, Hardball Times, Associated Press, and SB Nation. We explore their role at Marquee Network, where they produce engaging segments and cover the minor league system, leveraging their expertise in pitch design and player development. Looking ahead to 2024, we discuss the evolving expectations for pitching development and new ideologies being implemented to enhance performance. Our guest shares insights into the collaborative process of creating content for both YouTube and Marquee Network. Join us as we uncover the intricacies of player development and the future of pitching in this insightful episode.</p>
June 14, 2024
<p>In this episode of our podcast, host Ian Bach welcomes special guests Ben Deatsman and Braeden Sample to discuss various aspects of Moeller Baseball Analytics. The episode begins with a review of the year's major implementations, including the Awre and Moller App, and their impact on the program's growth. Ben and Braeden analyze the significance of "X" in the department's development and highlight necessary corrections for the coming year.</p> <p>The conversation then shifts to the role of analytics at the high school level, offering a guide on starting an analytics program, the types of data that can be collected, and essential pre-implementation steps. The importance of conducting independent organizational research is emphasized, along with brainstorming potential research ideas.</p> <p> </p> <p><em><strong>TimeStamps:</strong></em></p> <p><strong>Interns' Introduction and Aspirations (00:01:19)</strong> The host introduces the interns, Ben and Braeden, who discuss their backgrounds and career aspirations.</p> <p><strong>Challenges and Learning Experiences (00:04:08)</strong> The interns share their challenging experiences and learning moments during their internship with the analytics team.</p> <p><strong>Implementation of Data Analytics and Social Media (00:06:57)</strong> The host discusses the implementation of data analytics, the development of an app, and the use of social media for the analytics program.</p> <p><strong>Importance of X (00:08:53)</strong> The interns discuss the importance of X, including play-by-play updates and posting highlights on social media.</p> <p><strong>Future Plans and Skill Development (00:14:32)</strong> The interns express their plans for skill development and the use of data visualization tools to enhance the program.</p> <p><strong>Challenges and Opportunities for High School Analytics Programs (00:16:07)</strong> The host and interns discuss the challenges and opportunities for starting analytics programs in high schools, including the use of available resources and technology.</p> <p><strong>Starting a Program (00:20:24)</strong> Discussion on starting an analytics program, emphasizing the need to begin with simple stats and video analysis.</p> <p><strong>Creating Research (00:22:00)</strong> Exploration of the need for independent research and thinking differently in analytics, especially for high school teams.</p> <p><strong>Learning to Code (00:24:12)</strong> Importance of learning coding for analytics, including the potential to take coding classes in high school.</p> <p><strong>Scouting and Data (00:27:52)</strong> The value of incorporating scouting into analytics programs and the challenges of obtaining data from other teams.</p> <p><strong>Building Analytics Departments (00:32:57)</strong> The importance of building analytics departments and the need for more data, tools, and serious commitment to the program.</p> <p><strong>Internship Opportunities (00:35:51)</strong> Promotion of internship opportunities in baseball analytics, emphasizing the need for serious commitment and passion for improvement.</p> <p><strong>Seeking Corporate Sponsors (00:39:17)</strong> A call for corporate sponsors and potential sponsors to support the analytics program, including the desire for a TrackMan unit.</p>
November 27, 2023
<p>In this episode of BachTalk we delve into Ben Racke's inspiring fitness journey and the growth of his successful strength and conditioning business in NKY. We explore his early life, upbringing, and the pivotal moments that ignited his passion for fitness. Ben shares insights into his current S&C programs at Ryle and Be Strong, along with recent program implementations and the state of fitness in NKY. He discusses how he leverages social media to motivate and connect with others, offering valuable tips on building and retaining a client base. Ben also touches on emerging fitness trends and structures he plans to incorporate into his programs. We summarize key takeaways and invite listeners to follow Ben Racke on social media for ongoing fitness inspiration. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast for more engaging content.</p> <p>Time Stamps:</p> <p><strong>Introduction of Guest (00:01:22)</strong> Introducing Ben Racke, owner of Ben Racke Fitness, and highlighting his background and experiences in strength and conditioning.</p> <p><strong>Starting a Job at Anytime Fitness (00:11:37)</strong> The speaker talks about getting a job at Anytime Fitness and coaching group training sessions.</p> <p><strong>Starting Own Business and Financial Struggles (00:13:53)</strong> </p> <p><strong>Renting Space at Dixie Fitness and Pro Force (00:17:35)</strong> The speaker discusses renting space at Dixie Fitness and later at Pro Force, gaining experience and observing different training approaches.</p> <p><strong>Ben discusses the decision to move to Florida for a coaching job and the challenges they faced with the move (00:23:03)</strong> Moving to Florida for a coaching job, Ben discusses the decision to move to Florida for a coaching job and the challenges they faced with the move.</p> <p><strong>Working in Florida and experiences (00:24:09)</strong> Working in Florida and experiences with a narcissistic boss Speaker 3 talks about their experiences working in Florida, including dealing with a narcissistic boss and the impact it had on clients and gym members.</p> <p><strong>Experiences working with pro athletes in Florida and the decision to move back to northern Kentucky (00:25:13)</strong> Insights into working with pro athletes and deciding to move back. Ben shares their experiences working with pro athletes in Florida and the decision to move back to northern Kentucky.</p> <p><strong>The process of training and conditioning in high school (00:34:31)</strong> Discussion on the training and conditioning process in high school, including the focus on football workouts and the need for a shift in perspective.</p> <p><strong>Issues with current training approaches (00:35:28)</strong> Critique of common training practices, such as lack of attention to movement quality and detail, reliance on generic exercises, and lack of understanding of principles.</p> <p><strong>Importance of consistent stimulus and general strength training (00:40:36)</strong> Emphasis on the need for consistent stimulus, sprinting, changing direction fast, and improving general strength for overall athletic development and injury prevention.</p> <p><strong>Strength training for kids (00:46:02)</strong> Importance of consistent strength training for young athletes and the misconception of needing specialized training.</p> <p><strong>Building a strong foundation (00:47:11)</strong> The significance of developing a solid base of strength and how it translates to improved athletic performance.</p> <p><strong>Quality coaching for high school athletes (00:50:56)</strong> The importance of individualized coaching and communication with high school athletes to achieve optimal results.</p> <p><strong>Understanding Exercise Science and Practical Application Discussion (00:57:00)</strong> Understanding Exercise Science and Practical Application Discussion on the value of exercise science knowledge and practical application in strength and conditioning coaching.</p> <p><strong>Challenges in Implementing Effective Training Methods (00:58:31)</strong> Challenges in Implementing Effective Training Methods. The frustration and difficulty in finding the right balance between traditional training methods and new approaches.</p> <p><strong>Parents' Misconceptions about Training Exploring (01:03:43)</strong> Parents' Misconceptions about Training Exploring parents' misconceptions about what constitutes good training and the importance of tracking tangible data for progress.</p> <p><strong>The Importance of Full Body Stimulus (01:08:15) - D</strong>iscusses the significance of incorporating a bigger stimulus than just bandage exercises for overall physical output in sports.</p> <p><strong>Exercise Selection and Stimulus for Baseball Players (01:09:15) E</strong>xplains the rationale behind choosing exercises like front squats and trap bar deadlifts for baseball players to achieve the desired global stimulus.</p> <p><strong>Addressing Parents' Misconceptions (01:13:19) - Ben</strong> talks about the common misconceptions parents have regarding their children's training goals, such as the need to lose body fat or become more jacked, and emphasizes the importance of strength training and consistent training for athletic development.</p> <p><strong>The importance of positive training experiences (01:19:25)</strong> The guest discusses the significance of creating a positive training experience for athletes, emphasizing the long-term impact it can have on their motivation and commitment to fitness.</p> <p><strong>Negative experiences in college weight rooms (01:21:34)</strong> The guest shares stories of college athletes who had negative experiences in the weight room, leading them to avoid working out for years after their sports career ended.</p> <p><strong>Appreciation for the guest's insights (01:22:45)</strong> The host expresses gratitude for the guest's time and appreciates his realistic and helpful approach to training high school athletes.</p>
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