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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
Deceleration
Soccer
Training Program
Mental Health In Sports
Athlete Management
Football Training
Athletic Development
Volleyball
Athletic Performance
Injury Prevention
Pitching
Basketball
Sports Performance
Sports Science

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

Cristian Plascencia - CEO of the Durable Athlete - joins us for the 145th episode of MTN. On this episode of the show, we dive into Cristian's day-to-day running around the continent, training athletes starting at the spine, and understanding the foo... more

Chris Korfist - Track Coach at Homewood Flossmoor/Owner of Slow Guy Speed School - joins us for the 144th episode of MTN. On today's show, we dive into the relationship between the weight room and speed, the importance of the foot, some of the most i... more

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

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Recent Guests

Chris Korfist
Hall of Fame High School Track Coach at Homewood Flossmoor High School; co-founder of RPR and the Track Football Consortium
Slow Guy Speed School; RPR; Track Football Consortium
Episode: Chris Korfist: Ground Up Speed Development
Ben Watson
Founder and CEO of Hawkin Dynamics
Hawkin Dynamics
Episode: CEO Series: Ben Watson - Hawkin Dynamics
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

Hosts

Mike Sullivan
Co-host of Move the Needle; experienced in human performance coaching and program leadership.
Hunter Eisenhower
Host of Move the Needle; specializes in performance coaching and program design.

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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Hosts balance science with real-world constraints well.
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Chris Korfist: Ground Up Speed Development
Q: What is the key starting point you look at when evaluating a sprinter on the track?
The foot's position and interaction with the ground determine whether speed can be optimized; if the foot is dysfunctional, the entire sprint can be compromised, so the assessment starts with foot mechanics.
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.

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Move the Needle covers performance science, coaching strategies, and practical implementation across elite and collegiate sports. Episodes frequently explore data-driven load management, athlete recovery, injury rehab, nutrition, and performance testing, often featuring hands-on guidance for practitioners working with teams or individual athletes. A standout pattern is the emphasis on bridging research with real-world constraints, including travel, season rhythm, and resource variability, to help coaches, clinicians, and athletes optimize training and performance. It's notable for its practitioner focus, accessible storytelling, and a willingness to tackle nuanced topics like tendon health, deceleration mechanics, and performance systems in... more

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