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Move the Needle: The Human Performance Podcast

Mike Sullivan and Hunter Eisenhower
Strength and Conditioning
Speed Development
Baseball
Holistic Training Model
Power
Speed
Soccer
Training Program
Mental Health In Sports
Athlete Management
Football Training
Deceleration
Athletic Development
Volleyball
Athletic Performance
Injury Prevention
Pitching
Athlete Development
Basketball
Sports Performance

Move the Needle explores all areas of performance & coaching. Our goal - understand how to most effectively create positive change in athletic performance. Coaches & Professionals from around the industry are interviewed on their take on performance in every setting. Hosted by Mike Sullivan & Hunter Eisenhower, Move the Needle strives to provide a platform of education, curiosity, and actionable i... more

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Latest Episodes

Ben Watson - CEO/Founder of Hawkin Dynamics - joins us for the 143rd episode of MTN. On the show today, we talk about the decade long journey that has been Hawkin. From the inception of the company, to many of the inflection points along the way, Ben... more

Alex Hubelbank - Performance Therapist - joins us for the 142nd episode of MTN. On the show today, we dive into Alex's background that has taken her every which way in the world of sport and performance while all starting from a business development ... more

Eric Renaghan - Executive Director of Sport Performance at the University of Miami - joins us for the 141st episode of MTN. On today's episode of the show, Eric takes us through many of the avenues of performance workflow happening at The U. From Inf... more

Jordan Cook - Director of Performance and Rehab at B3 Better Performance - joins us for the 140th episode of MTN. On today's show we dive into horizontal deceleration, return to play strategies, the nuance behind directional specificity in training, ... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Hubelbank
Physical therapist and performance coach
Private NBA athlete support; Continuum, Phoenix
Episode: Alex Hubelbank: Becoming Undeniably Adaptable
Eric Renaghan
Executive Director of Human Performance at the University of Miami
University of Miami
Episode: Eric Renaghan: Data Streamlining at The 'U'
Jordan Cook
Director of Performance and Rehab at B3, Better Sports Performance
B3, Better Sports Performance
Episode: Jordan Cook: Processing Deceleration
Trent Salo
Founder and operator of the Tendon Lab, specializes in Achilles and Patellar Tendon solutions
Tendon Lab
Episode: Trent Salo: Responding to Tendon Dysfunction
Hannah Wengertsman
Director of Health and Performance for the Phoenix Mercury
Phoenix Mercury
Episode: Phoenix Mercury Roundtable: Navigating the W
Garrett Kendall
Physical Therapist with the Phoenix Mercury
Phoenix Mercury
Episode: Phoenix Mercury Roundtable: Navigating the W
Matt Frakes
Director of Performance Nutrition for the New York Giants
New York Giants
Episode: Matt Frakes: Managing Nutrition in Elite Sport
Ryan Phillis
Director of Football Strength and Conditioning at BYU
BYU
Episode: Ryan Phillis: In's & Out's with BYU Football
Dr. Sophia Nimphius
Pro Vice Chancellor of Sport and Professor of Human Performance at Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University
Episode: Dr. Sophia Nimphius: Stress is NOT Created Equal

Hosts

Mike Sullivan
Host of the podcast focusing on athletic performance, with insights from his experience in coaching and training.
Hunter Eisenhower
Co-host with expertise in human performance, bringing a perspective from his background in athletics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Keep up the good work guys. I love the podcast

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Many find the topics covered to be timely and impactful for improving athletic performance.
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Trent Salo: Responding to Tendon Dysfunction
Q: What is the mechanism of tendon pain at a cellular level and how does loading influence fluid dynamics in the tendon?
Overloading activates tendon cells (tenocytes), increasing matrix-degrading activity and inflammatory mediators, which leads to interstitial fluid shifts; loading (especially controlled, mechanical) helps drive edema out and supports remodeling.
Trent Salo: Responding to Tendon Dysfunction
Q: Can you explain the concept of local vs. global loading and why local tissue loading might be prioritized in high-density periods?
Local loading helps ensure the target tissue experiences the intended stress, reducing rate-limiters that impair sport performance; however, ecological validity (on-court exposure) remains important to transfer gains to sport.
Trent Salo: Responding to Tendon Dysfunction
Q: How would you grade the common practice of using isometrics and heavy slow resistance for tendon pain and loading?
While isometrics and HSRT can be effective, they are not universally prescriptive; the best approach is to match the intervention to the biological adaptation sought, considering pain, tissue state, and functional goals.
Trent Salo: Respondiendo a la Disfunción del Tendón
Q: What is your take on the 45-second isometric hold? Is this still the best guidance?
The 45-second isometric is a historically influential finding but should not be treated as a one-size-fits-all prescription; duration and magnitude should be tailored to the athlete and context, with ongoing research guiding adjustments.
Jordan Cook: Processing Deceleration
Q: What would you consider the most missed piece in RTP from a performance perspective?
The most missed aspect is exposing athletes to the actual demands of their sport at game-like intensities, ensuring they can perform the required deceleration, force attenuation, and change of direction under realistic task constraints before return.

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Exploring various facets of sports performance and coaching, this podcast serves as an insightful resource for professionals in the athletic field. The episodes cover unique topics such as athlete performance monitoring, training methodologies, and the psychological aspects of coaching, featuring a range of expert guests from diverse backgrounds in sports science and performance enhancement. Notably, the discussions often aim to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application, making the content both educational and actionable for listeners who seek to create tangible improvements in athletic performance.

Listeners can expect compelling conversations that not only highlight individual athlete success stories but also discuss broad... more

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3. Jordan Cook
4. Trent Salo
5. Hannah Wengertsman
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