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Just Fly Performance Podcast

Joel Smith, Just-Fly-Sports.com
Athletic Performance
Strength Training
Speed Training
Biomechanics
Isometric Training
Strength and Conditioning
Injury Prevention
Motor Learning
Plyometrics
Movement Quality
Sports Performance
Coaching
Human Performance
Football
Athletic Development
Foot Training
Team Sports
Rett Larson
Sprinting
Sports Science

The Just Fly Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of athletic performance training, with an emphasis on speed and power development. Featured on the show are coaches and experts in the spectrum of sport performance, ranging from strength and conditioning, to track and field, to sport psychology. Hosted by Joel Smith, the Just Fly Performance Podcast brings you some of the best informati... more

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In this episode, Daniel Back gets into the role of variety, play, and subconscious learning in developing speed and athleticism.

He discusses resisted sprinting, why he avoids over-coaching acceleration mechanics, lessons from the dunk community, ... more

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In this episode, Josh Bray discusses how endurance training shaped his coaching perspective, the role of games and hidden intention in athletic development, and how roughhousing and free play build adaptable movers.

He also explores bucketing athl... more

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Joel Smith shares 20 coaching ideas that permanently reshaped how he trains athletes and himself. Drawing from influential books, mentors, training systems, personal experiments, and hard-earned mistakes, Joel explores intensity and recovery, potenti... more

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Ryan Paul talks about blending sprint training with high-intent isometrics, plyometrics, and force-absorption work to build faster, more resilient athletes. He discusses the influence of Jay Schroeder’s system, using readiness data to adjust training... more

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Josh Bray
Guest expert on athletic development and training methodologies
Coach at private boarding school, online programming
Episode: 527: Josh Bray on The Hidden Layers of Athletic Development
Ryan Paul
Speed coach and performance practitioner
USR/USSR Speed/Frisco events (as discussed)
Episode: 525: Ryan Paul on Speed Training, Isometrics, and the Art of Intention
Kevin Mulcahy
Expert guest focused on speed, team sport performance, and coaching methods
Episode: 524: Kevin Mulcahy on Playing Fast and Slow: Rethinking Team Sport Speed
Jake Tuura
Tendon and bone health researcher and coach; author
Independent,
Episode: 523: Jake Tuura on Bones, Tendons, and Explosive Athleticism
Scott Leech
Coach featured on episode, discussed constraint-led training and technology in coaching
Episode: 522: Scott Leech on Constraint-Led Speed Training, AI, and the Future of Coaching
Joe Pedulla
Speed and performance coach; founder of Pedulla Performance
Pedulla Performance
Episode: 521: Joe Pedulla on Speed Profiling, Resisted Sprinting, and Athlete Archetypes
Julien Pineau
Performance coach focused on nervous system theory and adaptation
Phylogenetic Wheel / Nervous System performance concepts
Episode: 520: Julien Pineau on The Nervous System and the Art of Adaptation
Liz Gleadle
Olympic javelin thrower and training expert
Canadian track and field athlete
Episode: 519: Liz Gleadle on Elastic Strength and the Art of Movement
Dan John
Veteran strength coach and author
Episode: 518: Dan John on The Art of Integrated Athleticism

Host

Joel Smith
Host of Just Fly Performance Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 738 ratings
  • The Pinnacle

    If I could only pick one podcast to listen to for the rest of my life… this would be it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thedgrim
    United States9 months ago
  • Great conversations!

    I’m new to the S&C world and I’ve learned a ton from going back through many of Joel’s podcasts, and of course all the new ones as well. I’ve most appreciated the pods more focused toward speed development, but also really enjoyed the range of conversations and topics that always open new doors for me.

    Joel’s sense of curiosity and the willing exploration of ideas with each guest make this a great listen each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wood36
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best Athletic Performance podcast out there

    Been listening faithfully for years!! It’s been an amazing journey in learning from Joel and the best in the business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Graeme Lehman
    Canada2 years ago
  • Best Sports podcast out there

    Joel has amazing content he puts out. It’s very informative, helping me to understand the best way to train and get to know my body, if you’re looking for new workout ideas or just want to learn more body fundamentals, this the podcast for you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billy boy12345
    United States3 years ago
  • So insightful!

    I highly recommend this show! amazing host and chemistry with the guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Claribelleee
    Philippines4 years ago

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Guests are top minds in speed, S&C, biomechanics.
Consistent production and broad topics.
Deep dives can be technical but stay actionable.
Host asks thoughtful questions and keeps content engaging.
High-quality coaching insights with practical takeaways.

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520: Julien Pineau on The Nervous System and the Art of Adaptation
Q: How does the phylogenetic wheel influence training decisions in a typical session?
It frames how you move from flow to defense modes during a workout and how you can steer back toward productive exertion by understanding where the athlete sits on the nervous system spectrum and using strategies to restore balance.
517: Chris Korfist on Sprint Specific Strength and Key Drivers of Speed Performance
Q: What ingredients make a sprint workout truly powerful for a team?
Clarify the why to your athletes, use numbers and film to show what needs work, ensure intrinsic motivation to give 100%, and stay flexible to adjust based on athlete feedback and real-time data.
517: Chris Korfist on Sprint Specific Strength and Key Drivers of Speed Performance
Q: Is there any hip flexor strength norm or standard sprinters should shore up?
Strong hip flexors matter, but more importantly it's about how the leg comes through from mid-stance and into the ground; hip flexor strength should support rapid leg turnover in mid- to late swing, and be coordinated with the obliques and pelvic control.
516: Gary Gray on Rhythm, Rotation, and The Art of Athletic Movement
Q: How did you come to develop the applied functional science approach?
Gary explains that his journey through physical therapy, athletic training, and strength coaching led him to realize that most traditional approaches treated symptoms rather than movement fundamentals. He shifted to an evidence-based framework that emphasizes the science of movement, six primary planes, and the idea that training should be three-dimensional and functionally relevant to the athlete's sport.
512: Håkan Andersson on Acceleration, Elasticity, and the Future of Sprint Training
Q: What is your view on using mechanized devices versus traditional methods like hills and sleds?
All tools have value; hills and sleds can still be effective but mechanized devices offer precise control over resistance and velocity, enabling a broader, safer exploration of the acceleration curve. The best approach combines multiple methods while prioritizing mechanics, feedback, and individualized programming.

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A high-signal, practitioner-first show focused on speed, power, and performance training. Discussions routinely blend biomechanics, neurology, and coaching philosophy with hands-on programming ideas, load management, and real-world constraints for athletes from youth to pro. Notable strengths include archetyping and bucketing concepts for tailoring training, integration of new tech and data, and a strong emphasis on durable, transferable athletic development. The format consistently features seasoned coaches and researchers, delivering actionable takeaways for listeners seeking to improve coaching methods, athlete outcomes, and program design.

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Recent guests on Just Fly Performance Podcast include:

1. Josh Bray
2. Ryan Paul
3. Kevin Mulcahy
4. Jake Tuura
5. Scott Leech
6. Joe Pedulla
7. Julien Pineau
8. Liz Gleadle

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