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Basketball Body and Mind

Stan
Basketball
Youth Basketball
Strength Training
Nutrition
Professional Basketball
Player Development
Skill Development
Mental Health
Youth Development
Injury Prevention
Mindset
Conditioning
Strength and Conditioning
Coaching
Kobe Bryant
Professionalism
Discipline
Hydration
Basketball Performance
NBA

"Basketball, Body and Mind" is a podcast that is dedicated to youth basketball players. Each episode will provide practical strategies for basketball skills, body and/or mind for performance on the court.

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A 7 foot 2 center tells you he nearly quit at 12, and somehow that’s the most useful part of his story. We sit down with Motiejus Krivas, Lithuania’s Šiauliai native who climbed through the Sabonis Academy and Jalgiris system before... more

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Most young players think the secret is one more workout. We don’t. The biggest edge in youth basketball is what you do in the 23 hours you’re not practicing, and we break down exactly why that “invisible” time is where players are b... more

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The hard truth about basketball dreams is that effort is only part of the equation. If you’re six feet tall, the NBA path looks different than it does for a 6'7" athlete, and pretending otherwise can waste years of training. We sit ... more

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We keep going with Georgios Dedas and get specific about how elite programs use strength and conditioning to protect intensity, reduce injuries, and peak at the end of the season. We also finish with fast, blunt advice for young pla... more

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Chris Ryan
Former Division I track and field athlete, renowned trainer featured in major outlets, with 20+ years coaching experience
Chris Ryan Fitness
Episode: Ep. 29 | What If Your Best Path Is Not Basketball | with Chris Ryan
Georgios Dedas
Strength and conditioning coach and head coach with extensive experience in European basketball
Basketball teams (Olympiakos, Ritаs)
Episode: Ep. 28.5 | Strength Coach and Head Coach Communication | with Georgios Dedas
Beau De Maesschalck
Strength coach and talent development specialist for Belgium 3x3 and national programs
Belgian basketball programs (Vlanderen Academy)
Episode: Ep. 27 | Develop Youth Basketball Players the Right Way | Beau De Maesschalck
Gytis Ruskevicius
Basketball Agent with almost a decade of experience
Episode: Ep. 23 | How To Find An Agent | with Gytis Ruskevicius
Mihai Raducanu
Skill Development Specialist and Basketball Coach
Ontario, Canada
Episode: Ep. 21 | The What How and Why Behind Each Player | with Mihai Raducanu
Nikolaos Noumeros
Recent college basketball player and world champion of student basketball.
Wayland Baptist University
Episode: Ep. 19 | College Career: From Start To Finish | with Nikolaos Noumeros
Žilvinas Kriukovas
Strength and conditioning coach who works with youth players
Green Fighters basketball club
Episode: Ep. 16 | Conditioning on Court, Training for Kids | with Zilvinas Kriukovas
Henrikas Paulauskas
Director of the Shanghai Falcons Basketball Club, former player and coach
Shanghai Falcons Basketball Club
Episode: Ep. 15 | How To Building Confidence On Court | with Henrikas Paulauskas
Laimonas Eglinskas
An experienced basketball coach who has worked across multiple countries and leagues.
London Lions
Episode: Ep. 13 | Why Talent is Not Enough: Work Ethic, Roles & Becoming a Pro | with Laimonas Eglinskas

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Stan
Host of the show and strength/conditioning coach and physiotherapist; primary host for Basketball Body and Mind discussions on youth development and athletic performance.

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Apple Podcasts
#226
Italy/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#37
Sweden/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#90
India/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#185
Denmark/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#203
Spain/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#226
Israel/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#235
Belgium/Sports/Basketball

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Ep. 28.5 | Strength Coach and Head Coach Communication | with Georgios Dedas
Q: What can parents do or avoid doing to support their child's development?
Avoid putting excessive pressure or coaching from the stands; focus on private, constructive support and help the child manage social dynamics and expectations.
Ep. 28.5 | Strength Coach and Head Coach Communication | with Georgios Dedas
Q: At youth level, should players focus more on one-on-one defense or five-on-five defense tactics?
Both are important; the emphasis should be tailored to the team's needs, with a balance between individual skills and understanding team defensive principles.
Ep. 28.5 | Strength Coach and Head Coach Communication | with Georgios Dedas
Q: Is talent enough to reach pro level?
No. It requires a combination of talent, hard work, mental toughness, and the ability to handle adversity, along with ongoing development and opportunity.
Youth Basketball AMA: Always Tired, Recovery From Injury, “Going Pro” Meaning
Q: Should you do 6 AM workouts if you're a youth basketball player?
Only if you are getting nine hours of sleep, keeping total weekly load under control, adding two strength sessions weekly, and there are no signs of chronic fatigue; otherwise such sessions can be counterproductive and steal sleep. If conditions are right, 6 AM sessions can be beneficial when paired with smart, targeted skill work rather than just extra drills.
Ep. 26 | From Kobe’s Mindset To Youth Development | Tim DiFrancesco
Q: What sports do your daughters do?
My daughters try various sports each season, and I let them choose what they want to do without forcing them into one specific sport year-round.

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What is Basketball Body and Mind about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, practitioner-focused series centered on youth basketball, covering a broad spectrum of physical, mental, and skill-development topics. Episodes commonly explore how to cultivate durable basketball bodies through strength, mobility, and injury prevention, while emphasizing sustainable routines, load management, and age-appropriate training. Mindset, recovery, sleep, and long-term development are frequent through-lines, with real-world coaching anecdotes and actionable tips aimed at players, parents, and coaches. A standout feature is the emphasis on long-term growth over instant glamour—prioritizing daily habits, patience, and data-informed decisions to support players as they transition from youth to higher levels of competitio... more

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1. Chris Ryan
2. Georgios Dedas
3. Beau De Maesschalck
4. Gytis Ruskevicius
5. Mihai Raducanu
6. Nikolaos Noumeros
7. Žilvinas Kriukovas
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