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This week, Krush Performance comes to you from beautiful Puerto Rico. I am here helping out our MLB Player Development Academies as we look back on the first half of the year and plan for 2020.
I was not sure what the topic of this episode would be. Then, just the other day as we were getting set to start a training session, one of the players asked me, “Who influenced me to become who I am and to do what I do?”
It was an off-key question, very unexpected and seemingly out of place as we were just getting the session rolling. I had to sit back and think.
The people around us and our environment may be the two biggest influences on how we act, develop, and who we become. There are so many people who influence us over the years and if we allow them, they truly can influence who we become.
While there are so many people who have played a part is shaping who I am, there is one person who influenced me in ways that are difficult to describe. Looking back, the funny thing is he was not even trying to influence me he was just sharing with me.
I can truly say that he not only influenced me but everyone he came into contact with as well.
In this week’s episode of Krush Performance, I am very proud to be able to share with you some of the powerful lessons I learned from the great Harvey Dorfman, who was a teacher, counselor, coach, and consultant in the area of sport psychology and more accurately, The Mental Game.
As the holiday season approaches, I cannot think of a better gift than being able to share some of the teachings of my friend, Harvey Dorfman.
I really hope you find this episode valuable.
As always, if you have a topic you would like us to investigate get to us at KrushPerformance.com and, keep yourself on the cutting edge of human performance Subscribe to the Krush podcast and sign up for our weekly Newsletter while you are there.
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Jeff

When it comes to sleep aids, we are misguided, misinformed, and probably using products that are setting us back more than they are helping us!
Today, we talk with Krush favorite Dr. Charles Samuels, Medical Director at the Center For Sleep And Human Performance. We must correctly address the problem if we are going to help people sleep better.
Also, we talk about wearable technology, do they actually measure our sleep?
Finally, we discuss international travel, can we actually bank our sleep?
This week is a MUST Listen episode of Krush Performance as we discuss our #1 priority in human performance….. SLEEP!
This episode of Krush Performance is presented by Rhone. Rhone is a men’s performance lifestyle and premium activewear brand that is engineered for unparalleled quality and comfort. For Krush Performance listeners, go to Rhone.com/KRUSH today and use promo code KRUSH to GET 20% off your first purchase.
As always, if you have a topic you would like us to investigate get to us at KrushPerformance.com and, keep yourself on the cutting edge of human performance Subscribe to the Krush podcast and sign up for our weekly Newsletter while you are there.
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Jeff

Any time we have a opportunity to get behind the curtains and see how a great performer operates we jump at the chance and this week we get a very special and rare look at the life of one of the greatest coaches in all of sport.
On this week’s episode of Krush Performance we are joined by one of the greatest hockey players of all time to talk about one of the greatest coaches of all time as we are joined by Hall of Fame goaltender Ken Dryden to discuss his latest book, “Scotty: A Hockey Life Like No Other.”
Scotty Bowman won more games and more Stanley Cups than anyone else. Coaching at the highest level for more than four decades, his first Cup win was separated from his last Cup by an astonishing 29 years!
Experiencing the very best of hockey since he was 14 years old, Scotty Bowman’s experience in the game of hockey and the world of sport is unlike anyone who has every lived.
What can we learn from this great coach and leader?
Join us and find out in the very special episode of Krush Performance.
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Jeff

This week on Krush Performance, we are joined, in studio, by Krush favorite, certified NHL player agent Manny Schmidt of Link Management International, as we discuss performance pathways and making the right choice. There are many avenues, options, and strategies for chasing down dreams and in sport, there have never been more choices for athletes and there are more on the way.
This week, Krusher breaks down the concept of performance pathways and discusses the difference of going pro out of high school versus taking the collegiate route.
The athlete/player development landscape is morphing in ways that will eliminate opportunities with MLB’s proposal to eliminate 42 minor league teams, removing more than 1000 pro baseball jobs from this developmental pathway.
At the same time, there are new opportunities as the student athletes will be allowed to make money via endorsements and sponsorships.
Game Changer?? Krusher, Manny, and The Con Man discuss.
Also, this sets up the Krush Question of the Week: Should Student Athletes Get Paid?
Skill Development is never ending and along the way there will be choices that you will have to make what do you need to consider to make the best choice for you.
All this and more on this week’s episode of Krush Performance.
As always, if you have a topic you would like us to investigate get to us at KrushPerformance.com and, keep yourself on the cutting edge of human performance Subscribe to the Krush podcast and sign up for our weekly Newsletter while you are there.
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Jeff

This week on Krush Performance, the Krusher and The Con Man are back in studio for their season preview of the NBA. A Krush Performance look at the teams, players, and story lines the guys will be following this season and why.
Also, is there a crisis in youth basketball? The injury rates are climbing, surgeries, lost time, and dropout rates….. the numbers are scary. Krush breaks it down and expresses his concern.
Finally, the Krush Question Of The Week is inspired by your feedback and thoughts on our conversation revolving around the first sub two hour Marathon and the influence of technology on human performance:
Where do we draw the line on technology in sport? Do we limit technology or let it ride?
As always, if you have a topic you would like us to investigate get to us at KrushPerformance.com and, keep yourself on the cutting edge of human performance Subscribe to the Krush podcast and sign up for our weekly Newsletter while you are there.
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This week on Krush Performance, we talk with registered psychologist John Stevenson of Zone Performance about his work with some of the NHL’s top goaltenders. It is a very unique and challenging position and there are things we can all learn from these top performers.
Then. we are joined by Mike Frostad, Assistant Athletic Trainer of the Atlanta Braves, to discuss injuries in sport, athlete development, the impact of specialization, and a very important conference he is involved in as we collectively look for ways to save our athletes.
Finally, it’s our the Krush Question of the Day, inspired by the first sub two hour marathon run:
What is the next great human feat you would like to see conquered?
As always, if you have a topic you would like us to investigate get to us at KrushPerformance.com and, keep yourself on the cutting edge of human performance Subscribe to the Krush podcast and sign up for our weekly Newsletter while you are there.
This episode of Krush Performance is presented by Rhone. Rhone is a men’s performance lifestyle and premium activewear brand that is engineered for unparalleled quality and comfort. For Krush Performance listeners. go to Rhone.com/KRUSH today and use promo code KRUSH to get 20% OFF your first purchase.
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October 10th was a very important day. It was World Mental Health Day as mental health is everyone’s business. Most of us, if not all of us, have felt the darkness of mental health issues, be it ourselves, a family member or friend. No matter your connection it is never easy dealing with a mental health condition. As we grow and learn so does the hope for everyone who is suffering.
One of the most important developments has been the movement to raise the awareness and wipe out the stigma surrounding the many shapes and forms of mental health conditions that people deal with daily and perhaps even more important is knowing that you are not alone.
This year’s theme is Suicide Prevention. This is a topic we all need to have with friends, family and our children. Open and honest conversation in hopes that we may help and save someone who feels so lost.
You are not alone.
There are two articles related to mental health, that for me are two of the most powerful articles I have ever read on the topic. They describe the darkness two great athletes faced and I would like to share them with you. Both Articles From The Players Tribune:
“Dark, Dark, Dark, Dark, Dark, Dark, Dark”by former NHL player Corey Hirsch
“Everything is Not O.K.” by Nick Boynton
Thank you Corey, Nick and everyone at The Player Tribune the powerful impact of these articles and articles like these will be felt for time to come.
We also discuss what we are watching this fall as the sporting world rolls along and what we can’t watch. The World Cup of Rugby was put on hold this weekend due to dangerous weather so we miss two important matches; England vs France & New Zealand vs Italy.
I thought if we can’t watch the All Blacks lets at least talk about them. We recap our great conversation with James Kerr author of the Krush Must Read book: ‘Legacy: What the All Blacks can Teach Us About the Business of Life.
As always, if you have a topic you would like us to investigate get to us at KrushPerformance.com and, keep yourself on the cutting edge of human performance Subscribe to the Krush podcast and sign up for our weekly Newsletter while you are there.
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Till Next Week,
Jeff

“It’s Difficult to Make Predictions: Especially about the Future” ~ Danish Proverb
This week, we have some fun on Krush Performance as we dig into what may very well be our favorite time of year.
You thought the 2018 MLB season was crazy? As the numbers from the 2019 start to roll in, it’s clear we haven’t seen crazy quite yet. We break down some of the early numbers and we look at the MLB postseason. You have got to hustle. One of my favorite MLB players learned a hard lesson early in the MLB postseason. Let’s all learn from it. We LOVE October Baseball!
Question: Is the Major League Baseball Post Season the toughest Post Season to get into? Is it the World Series the toughest championship to win? Let us know what you think, write to us info@krushperformance.com or on Twitter @jeffkrush
Also, the NHL season is here. We take a Krush look at the NHL teams, players, and the top storylines we are watching this season. Not to predict who will do what but more to see where teams and players are at and how this season will roll out. There will be plenty to watch and learn this NHL season.
Finally, the NFL suspends Vontaze Burfict for the remainder of the NFL season. Do you agree with the call? The Suspension? We discuss.
We’ll also start a conversation on skill, talent and the long game of athlete development.

And as always, if you have a topic you would like us to investigate get to us at KrushPerformance.com and, keep yourself on the cutting edge of human performance Subscribe to the Krush podcast and sign up for our weekly Newsletter while you are there.
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Jeff

This week we come to you from Scottsdale Arizona as Major League Baseball’s Arizona Fall League gets underway. I am amazed at the level of talent playing here and how precious talent, everywhere, really is.
In this episode of Krush Performance, we discuss what I believe are two of the most important contributors to talent and skill development, environment and culture.
We’ll look at the unique world of college sports and discuss coaches’ comments after this last week’s wins & losses.
Also, what are the keys to tapping into your potential we’ll look at two of the very top athletes/players in sport to better understand how they operate and what we all can learn from their approach – approaches over the course of their careers.
And as always, if you have a topic you would like us to investigate get to us at KrushPerformance.com and, keep yourself on the cutting edge of human performance Subscribe to the Krush podcast and sign up for our weekly Newsletter while you are there.
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Jeff

We are absolutely TERRIBLE at predicting future athlete development and performance from the perspective of Talent Identification! Sure we can tell you where an athlete is at right now but collectively, in sport our track record for predicting future success is dismal!
And to make it worse, we are focusing on players at younger and younger ages and the younger the athletes get the WORSE we are at predicting future success!
The search for talent has gone to new heights as analytics, technology, money and profits push sport forward. But are we going in the right direction?
In this Episode of Krush Performance we talk with Krush Favorite, Sport Scientist Dr. Joe Baker as we dive into the world of Talent ID and discuss the downside as Talent ID focuses more and more on youth.
We also talk Specialization and Developmental Strategies. With all of the issues sport is facing there are some hidden opportunities for those who approach athlete and player development the right way…major opportunities.
Find out what they are as we talk Talent ID, SPecialization and Developmental Strategies on this weeks Episode of Krush Performance.
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Till Next Week,
Jeff