In this episode of Rest, Digest, and Progress, I’m joined by Coach Nathaniel Melendez, Director of Men’s Basketball Performance at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. We dive into basketball performance training, sports science, athlete monitoring, and how to build durable, game-ready athletes at the collegiate level. Nathaniel also shares insights on individualized programming, recovery strategies, and creating a high-performance culture that translates directly to on-court success.
24 Jul 2025
Episode 16 - Lilly Bernardi (University of North Carolina )
In this episode of Rest, Digest, and Progress, I’m joined by Coach Lilly Bernardi—Assistant Director of Sports Performance at UNC and former Division I lacrosse athlete. We dive into her journey through the collegiate coaching ranks, her programming approach for softball, gymnastics, and tennis, and how she blends academic knowledge with on-the-floor experience. From mentorship to mindset, Lily shares valuable insights for coaches and athletes alike.
22 May 2025
Episode 15 - Donald Day ( Edge Performance )
Coach Donald Day of Edge Performance discusses high-performance training and data-driven coaching, sharing his unique conjugate method for baseball players and force plate metrics, in this interview episode.
27 Feb 2025
Episode 14 - Mike Sullivan ( Anaheim Ducks / San Diego Gulls )
Performance coach Mike Sullivan discusses refining human movement and developing explosive athleticism for elite speed training, offering practical takeaways for coaches and athletes in this interview.
3 Feb 2025
Episode 13 - Tim Caron (Allegiate Athletic Strength and Fitness)
Tim Caron shares his expertise in training elite athletes and developing effective strength programs, offering valuable insights for coaches in this interview.
29 Jan 2025
Episode 12 - Hunter Eisenhower (Arizona State Men's Basketball)
Hunter Eisenhower discusses his innovative "Force System" approach to strength and conditioning, emphasizing efficiency and optimized force production tailored to individual athletes, in an interview with the host.
8 Jan 2025
Episode 11 - Asa Britt ( Long Island Nets )
Strength and conditioning coach Asa Britt discusses bridging the gap between collegiate and professional strength training, in-season workload management, and long-term athletic development in this interview.
9 Dec 2024
Episode 10 - Danny Strohm ( High Performance Hoops )
Strength and conditioning coach Danny Strohm discusses his book "High-Performance Hoops," covering athlete performance categorization, in-season play intricacies, and load management for combating athlete weaknesses; this is an interview.
5 Nov 2024
Episode 9 - Nick Cidado (Sweat More During Peace, Bleed Less During War)
Strength and conditioning coach Nick Cidado discusses his book, "Sweat More During Peace, Bleed Less During War," which details planning and preparation for success and building disciplined habits, in this interview with host Travis Fay.
26 Oct 2024
Episode 8 - Angelo Gingerelli ( The Next Next Four Years - Compete, Win and Thrive in College sports)
Strength and Conditioning Coach Angelo Gingerelli discusses his upcoming book about competing and thriving in college sports, offering insights into success from the athlete's perspective in this interview with the host.
2 Oct 2023
Episode 7 - Meghan Moore ( Campus Dietician Mercy University)
Meghan Moore, campus dietician at Mercy University, discusses her strategies for improving student health and wellness through educational programs, convenient food options, and hands-on cooking experiences in this interview.
26 Jul 2023
Episode 6 - Dani Tocci (Strength Beyond The Barbell)
Dani Tocci, strength and conditioning coach, discusses her experience training athletes at various levels and shares insights on building strength beyond physical limits in an interview with the host.
26 May 2023
Episode 5 - Joe Gilfedder (Fordham University)
Joe Gilfedder from Fordham University explores the foundations of strength and conditioning in collegiate athletics and the importance of individualization for athletic progression in this interview episode.
14 Oct 2020
Episode 4 - TSUBIFIT & SB Fitness
Susannah and Sally, owners of TSUBIFIT and SB Fitness, discuss how social media impacts women's body image and promote empowerment through fitness training in this interview episode.
14 Sept 2020
Episode 3 - One Wellbeing (Leon Keir)
Leon Keir discusses the importance of continuous learning and self-growth in health and wellness, particularly for athletes facing setbacks, and highlights the impact on mental health in this interview episode.
3 Sept 2020
Episode 2 - Daniel Knust (Definition Fitness)
Bodybuilding professional Daniel Knust discusses the nutritional and technical training aspects of bodybuilding, also addressing the importance of mental health and motivation for improving fitness and lifestyle in this interview.
15 Aug 2020
Episode 1 - Joey Zinghini (Strong 24/7)
Joey Zinghini, owner of Strong 24/7, explores powerlifting components and training styles, offering insights for everyday gym-goers to enhance their fitness goals in this interview.
15 Aug 2020
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Donald Day
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