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Unbranded with Nick Ridpath

Nick Ridpath
Coaching
Strength Training
Nutrition
Back Pain
Skateboarding
Powerlifting
Running
Range Of Motion
Baseball
Social Media
Fitness
Glute Training
Perinatal Training
NFL
Altus Performance Therapy
Functional Training
Eric Bugera
Evidence Based
Marathon
Hybrid Training

Unbranded with Nick Ridpath is a podcast about having real conversations with real coaches about training and performance. Nick works with general population clients, busy high-achieving professionals, and collegiate and professional athletes — D1, NFL, UFC — and shares the same evidence-based principles he uses with them, applied for coaches and people who take their training seriously. Practical... more

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This conversation details high-level pitching development, bridging the gap between skill coaching and strength & conditioning, and navigating modern baseball development trends. We discuss the unique business and development landscape of the MLB dra... more

This conversation details the intersection of clinical physical therapy with coaching, and the biomechanics of perinatal and postpartum training. We discuss why rushing into online coaching too early stunts professional development, emphasizing how i... more

This conversation details high-level sports performance programming, neuroscience principles in the weight room, and navigating modern industry trends. We discuss the true definition of sport specificity, explaining how the weight room is meant to op... more

This conversation details high-level glute mechanics and navigating common industry misconceptions. We discuss how anabolics frequently mask flawed lifting form in bodybuilding and why many trainers rely on high junk volume when coaching quality is l... more

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Kyle Rogers
Pitching and performance integration coordinator / Minor League pitching coordinator at time of discussion
MLB organization (Driveline / prior roles mentioned)
Episode: E24: The Truth About Sport Specificity with Kyle Rogers
Meghan Sak-Ocbina
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach
Private practice / Perinatal coaching programs
Episode: E23: What Everyone Gets Wrong About Pregnancy and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction | Dr Meghan Sak-Ocbina
Veronica Zuccala
Pre‑ship instructor and athletic coach featured as a guest
Episode: E22: Stop Over-Complicating Your Programming with Veronica Zuccala
Cory Hageman
Glute training coach and educator
Independent coach
Episode: E21: Beyond Hip Thrusts: The True S-Tier Glute Movements with Cory Hageman
Brandon Schultze
Coach and speaker described in discussions
Episode: E20: Coaching Round Table with Brandon Schultze and Jorge de Hoyos
Jorge de Hoyos
Coach featured as part of the coaching round table
Episode: E20: Coaching Round Table with Brandon Schultze and Jorge de Hoyos
Kyle McKee
Coach, Kodiak Barbell
Kodiak Barbell
Episode: E19: How Real Culture Produces Elite Results with Kyle Mckee
Phil Smith
Nutrition and performance coach; author of weight-cutting resources
Altered Health & Performance
Episode: E18: Situationally Appropriate Nutrition: Meeting Clients Where They Actually Are with Phil Smith
Jonathan Warren
Coach and practitioner specializing in movement-based training and biomechanics
Garage Hypertrophy / YouTube channels
Episode: E16: Why Range of Motion Is Overrated: What the Experts Get Wrong with Jonathan Warren

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Nick Ridpath
Host of Unbranded with Nick Ridpath; focuses on evidence-based coaching and practical performance principles.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Ridpath is the best

    Ridpath one of the brightest minds in the world of strength and sports performance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Btran7
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Opener

    A deep dive but an easy follow along

    Making important training principles easy to understand & apply

    Sign me up 💯

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Si_Gheshash
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Host keeps the conversation sharp with challenging questions and clear takes on industry trends.
A great blend of theory and practical tactics for everyday coaches.
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Smart, no-fluff coaching insights that translate to real clients.

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E23: What Everyone Gets Wrong About Pregnancy and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction | Dr Meghan Sak-Ocbina
Q: Is a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree worth it for coaches who want to work with performance clients?
It depends on where you want to work; for cash-based coaching and hybrid models, the degree can differentiate you and unlock higher earning potential, but it's not mandatory if you have strong practical experience and unique value.
E24: The Truth About Sport Specificity with Kyle Rogers
Q: What is your current role and how did your path lead you here?
He explains that he is the Minor League pitching coordinator, describing a progression from hybrid on-field throwing and weight room work to a more centralized coordination role under a VP of pitching, with ongoing collaboration with the strength and conditioning team.
E20: Coaching Round Table with Brandon Schultze and Jorge de Hoyos
Q: What do you love and hate about the fitness industry right now?
Brandon expresses appreciation for a growing seriousness among coaches to learn and understand why certain approaches work, while criticizing overcomplicated trends and the proliferation of inconsistent, flashy methods that don't deliver real results.
E18: Situationally Appropriate Nutrition: Meeting Clients Where They Actually Are with Phil Smith
Q: What are the biggest mistakes you see nutrition coaches making with Gen Pop clients right now?
Coaches often treat Gen Pop like athletes, ignoring everyday constraints and emotional factors; the best approach is to meet clients where they are, understand their lines of communication, and tailor plans to their real lives, including family dynamics and personal goals.
E8: The Spot Reduction Reality & Mastering Your Movement Mechanics with Kyle Baxter
Q: How often does cardio play a role in fat loss versus performance goals?
Cardio is used to create a reliable calorie burn and improve conditioning, with the approach adjusted to preserve fuel for training; it's structured, not random, and can be scaled in intensity and duration to fit the individual.

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What is Unbranded about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, evidence-based deep-dive into coaching, performance, and real-world training. Across episodes, listeners get nuanced takes on optimizing strength, endurance, rehabilitation, and movement quality, with a heavy emphasis on coaching philosophy, program design, and client buy-in. Notable strengths include candid debates about real-world limits of programming, the role of data vs. feel, and the importance of movement quality and safety—delivered through experiences with pro and amateur athletes, clinicians, and practical coaches. The format tends toward actionable tactics, with guests ranging from strength coaches and therapists to niche practitioners, all sharing transparent insights and pragmatic frameworks that listeners can adap... more

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2. Meghan Sak-Ocbina
3. Veronica Zuccala
4. Cory Hageman
5. Brandon Schultze
6. Jorge de Hoyos
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8. Phil Smith

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