Welcome to the Strength & Conditioning Chit Chat Podcast — your go-to resource for real, unfiltered talk on the reality of strength and conditioning.
Hosted by Coach James Burk, this podcast reboots for Season 3 with a brand-new direction. Moving past the intern days, we are shifting the focus to high-level program building, career transitions, and the actual execution of elite physical preparation.
Kickstarting this season, our summer series dives deep into Summer Training & Starting at a New School. Whether you are stepping onto a brand-new campus, resetting your weight room culture, or optimization-mapping your summer blocks, each episode delivers practical strategies to help you hit the ground running from day one. Featuring heavy-hitting interviews with industry leaders and raw solo insights, this show offers the actionable advice you won't find in a textbook. Tune in for the growth, stay for the perspective.
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In this episode of the S&C Chit Chat Podcast, host James Burk sits down with Coach Alexander Fotioo from the University of Central Arkansas (UCA). Coach Fotioo shares key insights on performance training methods, injury prevention strategies, and implementing balance training protocols. They also dive into velocity-based training (VBT), top-end speed drills, squat variations, and recommended strength and conditioning literature and podcasts for coaches and athletes alike.
23 Sept 2026
Brant Bailey - Tarleton Football Strength and Conditioning
In this episode of S&C Chit Chat, we sit down with Brant Bailey, Strength & Conditioning Coach at Tarleton State University, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of modern collegiate Strength and Conditioning. Coach Bailey shares insider insights on navigating Tarleton State's transition from NCAA Division II to the FCS level, modernizing weight room facilities, and implementing data-driven strength protocols to optimize player performance and durability.
Key Topics Covered:
Program Transition & Facility Upgrades: Transitioning to FCS, featuring Tarleton State's new 21-rack state-of-the-art facility and dedicated Texan fueling station.
Staff Operations & Collaboration: S&C team structure, utilizing intern talent for nutrition guidance, and maintaining daily alignment with athletic training staff.
Training Methodologies & Technology: Programming lower-body strength with Sorex belt squats, leveraging Perch velocity-based training (VBT), monitoring GPS player loads, and executing Thursday power sessions.
Professional Resources: Top recommended podcasts for coaches, including The Dolce Diet, Les Spellman, and Mind Pump.
Whether you are a strength & conditioning coach, athletic trainer, sports performance specialist, or student-athlete looking to elevate your training protocols, this episode is packed with actionable advice and practical industry knowledge. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a rating, and share this episode with your coaching staff!
9 Sept 2026
Sean Herrin - Montana State
This episode features a conversation with Sean, the head strength and conditioning coach at Montana State University. We dive into the philosophy of process-driven athletic training, how Sean manages player health and performance through techniques like Reflexive Performance Reset (RPR), and the importance of fostering a supportive community environment in college football.
Key topics include:
Career Trajectory: Sean shares insights from coaching across various levels, including time at Velocity Sports Performance, UCLA, and EXOS, and how those experiences shaped his current role at Montana State.
Injury Prevention & In-Season Training: A look at how the team utilizes structured lifting schedules, body tempering, and "neuropit stops" to optimize player performance and physical health during a demanding season.
Mental Toughness: Discussion on "stress inoculation" training—preparing athletes for high-pressure environments by simulating distractions and mental challenges in the weight room.
Culture & Recruiting: How the program focuses on developing players as people, leveraging the Boseman community’s unique support system, and prioritizing the long-term growth of high school recruits.
Whether you're a coach looking for actionable training resources or interested in the behind-the-scenes of collegiate strength and conditioning, this discussion offers practical takeaways on balancing high-level performance with athlete development.
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