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Krush Performance Podcasts

The Long Game: Athlete Development ep 24-07

Just how long does it take to become a Top Performer? There is an ebb and flow to Athlete Development,…

Sleep Aids – The Dark Truth ep-24-06

“Over the Counter Sleep Aids are Useless for sleep…there is limited evidence that any of them work…more concerning they are…

The Power of Player Context in Performance Programming E24-05

Context is defined as: “the interrelated conditions in which something exists or occurs.” I use the concept of context all the…

The Long Game: Athlete Development ep 24-07

Just how long does it take to become a Top Performer? There is an ebb…

March 6, 2024

Sleep Aids – The Dark Truth ep-24-06

“Over the Counter Sleep Aids are Useless for sleep…there is limited evidence that any of…

March 5, 2024

The Power of Player Context in Performance Programming E24-05

Context is defined as: “the interrelated conditions in which something exists or occurs.” I use the…

February 21, 2024

Questions From the Krusher’s E24-04

110 MILLION people were predicted to sit down and watch the Super Bowl LVIII. It’s…

February 14, 2024

The Recovery Game: Athlete Management E24-03

In sport there is a fine line between pushing the limits of performance and managing…

February 1, 2024

Perception E24-02

Our understanding of perception may be the next critical step in pushing human performance forward.…

January 25, 2024

2024 The Future Awaits E24-01

What is the number one challenge people face? It's when their goals and objectives, their…

January 10, 2024

All of All of Us – No One Does it Alone

Look Back to Learn, Look Forward to Plan and above all else know where you…

December 22, 2023

Successful vs Competitive People

Is there a difference between highly successful people and highly competitive people? When you look…

December 14, 2023

Coaching Change…WHY?????

Coach Belichick once said “Good Players can’t overcome bad coaching. It's impossible”. Great Quote and…

December 7, 2023

The Mafia & Sport – Looking Back to Learn

In a world where they say anything is possible...you have to leave no stone unturned…

December 7, 2023

The Science of Extraordinary Performance – Looking Back to Learn

In sport there is real hardcore science that is shining light on areas of human…

November 20, 2023

Unlocking Team Chemistry – Looking Back to Learn

We always say look back to learn – look forward to plan – and make…

November 20, 2023

Longevity In Sport

When it comes to athlete programming, we have three top priorities that guide our entire approach to…

November 2, 2023

Puck Drop & Late Arrivals

This is a fun episode; I don’t usually get to share stories of working with…

October 25, 2023

Creating Coachable Players – The Tyranny of Talent

How it Compels and Limits Athletic Achievement – AND Why We Should Ignore It. Talent,…

October 14, 2023

How Your Environment Can Protect you from Injury and Increase Your Chance of Going Pro

Environment is a big piece of the talent development puzzle, you have more control than…

October 6, 2023

Performance Cultures & What Can We Learn From The All Blacks

A few years back I was invited to lecture and teach coaches and work with…

September 28, 2023

Early vs Late Development & Turf vs Grass

This is a very misunderstood part of athlete development, in terms of athlete development and…

September 20, 2023

Specialization and Fall Sports

What can we learn from observing the pros. Fall is by far one of my…

September 14, 2023

Breakthrough Sport Science – Perception & Vision

Perception may very well be one of the most exciting areas for pushing human performance…

September 4, 2023

Creating Coachable Players: Performance Programming & Our Top Priorities for Performance in Sport

Ask and You shall receive…well I asked you for your questions, your comments and your…

August 25, 2023

The Krush War on Sugar Returns w/The Science of Sweetness

Global Warning on Artificial Sweeteners, Caffeine & Human Performance Artificial sweeteners, also called sugar substitutes,…

August 16, 2023

Crunching Data – Athlete & Player Testing How much is Too Much?

Data, Data and More Data. Is your testing helping or hindering athlete development and player…

August 9, 2023

Creating Coachable Players

The Long Game of Development There is an ebb & flow to athlete & player…

August 2, 2023

Money Can’t Buy You Love. Or Can it?

It's true, Money can’t buy love. But, can it buy you wins? In sport we…

July 25, 2023

Perception with Dr. Martin Mrazik

Perception is a monster topic that has profound implications in the world of human development…

July 13, 2023

The Krush Inbox: Perception, Coaching Strategies & A BIG Question

We always say that we are here to get you thinking about things you may…

June 29, 2023

Injuries Plaguing Sport: Understanding the Problem

At any given time in any sport – if you were to sit in on…

June 26, 2023

Creating Coachable Players with Dave Turgeon

An undefeated season at any level of sport is a truly incredible feat. It takes…

June 20, 2023

Injury Prevention Strategies in Sport

One of the top reasons players do not reach their true potential is…INJURIES. One of…

June 7, 2023

Are You Coachable?

How do you go about helping yourself, your players, and athletes become more coachable? We…

June 5, 2023

Back From A Broken Heart (Episode 2)

What you learn here could save your life. This week we are digging for answers…

May 25, 2023

Back From A Broken Heart

I'm Back! And incredibly happy to be back. Do I have a story to share…

May 18, 2023

Krush Performance Will Return With New Episodes Soon

Due to some unforeseen events that Jeff will explain when he returns, the Krush Performance…

June 9, 2022

Specialized For Better Or Worse?!

In this episode we look at specialization in sport, all the pros and the cons,…

May 25, 2022

The Fountain Of Youth – Deep Sleep & How You Can Get More Of It!

Why are we having so many issues getting a great sleep. What you can do…

May 18, 2022

The Fast & The Furious – NHL Playoffs & Becoming A Player

They skate at 25 miles per hour, shoot a puck over 100 miles per hour,…

May 5, 2022

The Executive Suite: Chemistry, Culture & Leadership – Organizational & Team Performance Episode #6

We use words like chemistry and culture but who is really steering the ship? Who…

April 28, 2022

Back In The Win Column: Organizational & Team Performance Episode #5

Strategies Cirque du Soleil uses to reduce injury, burnout and stress within their grueling performance…

April 21, 2022

Baseball Is Back! Are You Ready?

From the shortened spring training to possible rule changes there is a lot to unpack…

April 7, 2022

Spring Into Top Performance – Sleep Science For Top Performance

Find out how our athlete’s recovery better, perform better, reduce risk of injury and be…

March 30, 2022

Organizational & Team Performance #4

Strategies that not only saved the band Metallica but launched them to new heights of…

March 25, 2022

Organizational & Team Performance #3

Have you ever wondered why some organizations and teams continue to succeed while others falter?…

March 18, 2022

Organizational & Team Performance #2

What's at the root of every successful high-performance team or organization? The answer...incredibly successful high-performing…

March 11, 2022

Athlete & Player Management

No collective bargaining agreement has been reached in Major League Baseball. How does this impact…

March 2, 2022

Olympic Wrap Up & “Why The Athlete First?”

We love the Olympics but are they worth it? We look at the cost of…

February 25, 2022

A Pound Of Cure & Olympic Doping Scandal

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This Benjamin Franklin quote is…

February 25, 2022

Olympic Dominance – A Real-Life David vs Goliath & Connecting Kids Through Sport

How does one small northern nation absolutely dominate The Winter Olympics? Norway with a population…

February 9, 2022

I’m Back In Business!

I AM BACK BABY! Returning from Major back surgery, I want to tell you all…

February 9, 2022

Organizational & Team Performance #1

Over the ages, the concept of “Tribe” and “Community” has been etched into our DNA.…

January 28, 2022

The Krush Brain Game 2021 Wrap Up

The human brain is a universe of its very own and we are just beginning…

January 21, 2022

Talent & Talent Identification – The Big Summary

Do we really understand what talent is? Are we approaching talent development in the best…

January 14, 2022

Attacking The New Year Krush Style

Let’s dedicate 2022 to getting better at whatever it is you love to do. There…

January 14, 2022

Talent & The Krush Brain Game; Dr. Alex Roberts – Season Wrap Up #5

Coaching bias and how, as coaches, we tend to select athletes not based on talent,…

December 10, 2021

Talent & The Krush Brain Game: Stewart Armstrong – Season Wrap Up #4

Is it possible that our kids are spending less time outside than prison inmates? The…

December 6, 2021

Talent & The Krush Brain Game #3 – Dr. Kevin Mitchell – Season Wrap Up

When it comes to who you are, how you act and how you respond to…

November 25, 2021

Talent & The Krush Brain Game; Dr. Richard Harvey – Season Wrap Up #2

In the world of athlete development and player performance, it is critical that we have…

November 22, 2021

Season Wrap Up – Talent & The Krush Brain Game #1 – Dr. Rob Gray

I take an incredible look into how we learn, coach, and manipulate our environments to…

November 11, 2021

The Off-Season – The Most Important Time Of The Season

Decreasing injury. Maximizing performance. Increasing your opportunities. This is what the off season is all…

November 8, 2021

The Amazing Power of Zero Hour Fitness & The Krush Mailbag

How did 19,000 students in Illinois become some of the fittest and smartest students in…

October 27, 2021

The Science of Sweetness Episode 5: Hijacking Your Brain – Food Control & Brain Energetics

Is the food you are eating hijacking your brain function, brain performance, and perhaps even…

October 27, 2021

The Krush NHL / NBA 2021 Season Preview

 In the ebb and flow of sport, teams rise, teams fall, and then there…

October 14, 2021

Pain In The…. BACK!

 Injuries, back pain, and pain management. Injuries are one of the top reasons that…

October 1, 2021

Krush NFL Preview & A Concussion/Brian Injury Update

 We kick off the NFL season Krush style. We have an IMPORTANT discussion on…

September 21, 2021

The Science Of Sweetness Pt. 4: Food Coding – Internal Food GPS

 “Obesity is Preventable!” “Diabetes can be treated and its consequences avoided or delayed with…

September 8, 2021

Technology, Doping & Fall Sport Returns

 Equipment technology is pushing human performance to new heights. Is it unfair? Unnatural? How…

September 1, 2021

Collegiate Athletes Making Money While The Sun Is Shining

 Collegiate Athletes can now earn money. The sports landscape has changed dramatically for collegiate…

September 1, 2021

The Return To Sport – Reduce Injury, Increase Performance

Everyone is excited about the return to sport. The ebb and flow of a regular…

September 1, 2021

The Science Of Sweetness – Pt. 3 – Fix The Food

 The food industry has evolved faster than our bodies! It is time to get…

August 12, 2021

Olympic Sport & Heat – A Deadly Combo!

 Signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. How to stay safe in the heat. From…

August 4, 2021

Krush Mid-Summer Classic 2021

 The first MLB Draft Combine. What does it mean to young players. In this…

July 27, 2021

The Science Of Sweetness Pt. 2 – Fuel Trafficking

 Artificial Sweeteners are wreaking havoc on our bodies and our brains. Let's get the…

July 15, 2021

Coaching Bias & Talent Identification

 Why do some coaches have more success than others? Is it possible they see…

July 9, 2021

Talent Identification & The Pro Draft

 Why is it so difficult to identify future performance? Despite all of the resources,…

July 7, 2021

Skill vs. Talent – There’s A Big Difference

 What exactly is Talent? Why is it so difficult to predict future success? What…

June 24, 2021

The Hockey Offseason – Like No Other!

 Let’s get set for the return of sport! We are heading into what looks…

June 21, 2021

Science Of Sweetness – Pt. 1

 Everything we eat and drink influences our bodies in some way. No matter if…

June 21, 2021

The Krush Brain Game – Perception & Reality

 There are over 100 billion neurons in the human brain all working away to…

June 21, 2021

Sleep & The Brain – Recovery, Regeneration & Storing Your Memories and Information

Sleep is one of the most powerful influencers on your brain function and health. You…

June 16, 2021

The Krush Brain Game – The Incredible Power of Your Subconscious

 The Mental Edge of performance. How you think, perceive, and learn may have more…

May 19, 2021

Treated Like the Pros – Locker Room Sport Medicine

 Injury in sport happens. How do you get back better and faster than ever?…

May 19, 2021

Draft Day & Talent Identification

 “A day where Lives are changed, Fates are decided, Dynasties are born, and the…

May 19, 2021

Spring Sport, Incredible Feats, & Krushing Injury

 Broken, Broken, Broken... Injury rates are on the rise; we look at why and…

May 4, 2021

Blueprint To The Zone

 How can you get into the zone whenever you want? How can you stay…

April 20, 2021

The Pathway Or The Player

 Are we preparing the player for the pathway OR are we preparing the pathway…

April 16, 2021

Player Development Start To Finish

Get Better Every Day I talk with Angus Mugford, Vice President of High Performance for…

March 31, 2021

Player Performance Pathways – Adapting To The New Landscape

Pathways come & pathways go but never have we seen such a dramatic change in…

March 31, 2021

Sports Injuries – Reduce Your Risk

 Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when a professional athlete gets injured?…

March 29, 2021

The Value Of Talent

The true currency in sport is your value. The value you bring to the table.…

March 4, 2021

Self Evaluation

If you had one word to describe yourself, what would that word be? Today we…

February 25, 2021

The Quest For Organizational Performance – Are You At Your Best?

 What comes first in Organizational Performance? We connect the dots on what may be…

February 18, 2021

Your Greatest Potential – The Brain Game

Your brain is kind of like a computer. The one area that holds the greatest…

February 15, 2021

The Performance Plan

I have one question: How do we make you better? If you are ready, let’s…

February 4, 2021

You Are Getting Sleepy….. Very, Very Sleepy

 Sleep impacts impacts everything we do. Are you getting enough sleep? How much sleep…

January 21, 2021

Understanding Talent With Dr. Joe Baker

 Our understanding of talent is still in its infancy. Heck, we can’t even agree…

January 21, 2021

Feed The Champion – Attacking 2021

 Happy New Year Everyone! Let’s get set to attack 2021 with a vengeance. This…

January 11, 2021

Unlimit Your Potential

 We are BIG fans of thinking BIG, Dreaming BIG! While it can be easy…

December 28, 2020

Performance Mindset, The Krush Top Gifts For the Athlete, & 2021 NBA Preview

 Are you in control of your thoughts or do your thoughts control you? In…

December 17, 2020

Krushing It During COVID

Powerful strategies for improving your outlook, performance and your potential during the COVID downtime. We…

December 10, 2020

The Future Of Health & Performance w/Dr. Ann de Wees Allen

The Krush War On Sugar rages on! When food goes in, what really happens? We…

December 8, 2020

The Interesting, The Historic, & The Confusing

Could there be a massive downside to big data, analytics, and statistics? The numbers are…

November 30, 2020

Krush Brain Game – Getting Control

 Dealing with anxiety, building resilience to adversity, learn how to self-regulate and pivot your…

November 18, 2020

The Case Against Sugar

Now, more than ever, we need to address the growing rates of obesity and overweight…

November 13, 2020

The Krush Brain Game (Pt. 6)

The brain may very well hold the greatest potential for moving human performance forward. It…

October 30, 2020

Priorities And Calories

The two most precious commodities known to mankind are, in my opinion, health and time.…

October 28, 2020

The Huge Downside of Artificial Sweeteners

We look to crack the mysteries surrounding our understanding of food and how it works…

October 28, 2020

The Krush Brain Game (Pt. 5)

Yogi Berra once said, “Baseball is 90% mental, and the other half is physical.” I…

October 23, 2020

The Krush Brain Game (Pt. 4)

Brain Training technology and how it can affect our performance. Welcome to the Krush Brain…

October 23, 2020

The Krush Brain Game (Pt. 3)

What is Mindfulness? How can we utilize Mindfulness in our everyday lives and in the world…

October 7, 2020

The Krush Brain Game (Pt. 2)

Is the brain a top priority for human performance? Is it something that should be…

September 30, 2020

The Krush Brain Game (Pt. 1)

“The Brain Game.” We are digging down deep trying to get a better idea of…

September 25, 2020

COVID, NFL Preview, & The Brain Game

On this week’s episode of Krush Performance, we address some of your comments on the…

September 25, 2020

Class C – The Kids of COVID (Pt 2 of 2)

It’s episode 2 of our special series titled, “Class C: The Kids of COVID.” The…

September 23, 2020

Class C – The Kids of COVID (Pt 1 of 2)

Today on Krush Performance, we bring you episode one of a two part series: CLASS…

September 2, 2020

Brainwashed – A Powerful Perspective on Brain Injury and CTE

The Krush word of the day is Perspective. Are you concerned about playing or having your…

September 2, 2020

Breaking Down Obesity – It’s Not Your Fault!

This week on Krush Performance, The War on Sugar continues with a special episode looking…

September 2, 2020

Krush Talks Sport & A Preview of the Brain Game

Sometimes we just like to talk sports. Following professional athletes and breaking down pro sport can…

September 2, 2020

The Return Of Pro Sport & The Krush MLB 2020 “What To Watch” List

With the return of professional sport, this week we break down the stories to watch…

July 30, 2020

Elite Skill Development – Learning from The Pro’s

There are important strategies and aspects of talent and skill development that need to be…

July 15, 2020

The Return Of Sport & Those Who Don’t Get To Play

On this week’s episode of Krush Performance, we take a look at the return of…

July 15, 2020

Could There Be A New Addition To The Top Krush Performance Priorities?

This week, we look at the return of professional sport. There are going to be…

July 15, 2020

From the Top – Construction of a Performance Culture

It is one thing to be talented or to have talent, but it is a…

May 11, 2020

Nutrition Strategies

There is no escaping poor nutrition. It affects everything you do and the implications in…

December 7, 2019

Sleep Performance With Dr. Charles Samuels

Perform at your best, reduce risk of injury and just feel better…..Get Your Sleep! This…

April 29, 2019

Legacy – Creating High Performance Cultures

What does the most successful sporting culture in history look like? How did it all…

March 25, 2019

Talent Is Overrated

What does it take to be great? What really separates world class performers from everyone…

September 24, 2018

Why Do Kids Play Sport?

To have fun is the hands down, number one reason kids get out there to…

March 19, 2018

Remembering Roy Halladay & David Cooper, former Navy Seal

This week, I remember a great friend and teammate lost this week. Two time Cy…

November 11, 2017

Sleep Science – Cheri Mah

 Are you getting enough sleep? The reason I ask is because most of us…

September 30, 2017

The Power Of Environment

How much power does your environment have on the development of skill, talent and over…

February 13, 2017

Obesity & Overweight Part 1- w/Dr. Arya Sharma

 In adults, obesity has doubled since 1980 and it has tripled in children over…

May 30, 2016

Buying Into The Dream

Is developmental sport heading in the right direction or spiraling out of control? What is…

February 8, 2016

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