Episode 178: 178. Interview with Connor Rooney (Part Two)

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Connor Rooney is starting his 3rd season in professional baseball. Prior to working in Professional Baseball, Connor was a High Performance Trainer at Driveline Baseball from 2019-2022, and a Graduate Assistant Strength & Pitching Coach Connor Graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science & Psychology from Keiser University in 2019. While playing at Keiser, Connor was the assistant pitching coach for his JV team, and interned with the Football team. Pro Ball Resume: January 2022 - June 2022: Rehab Hitting & Assistant Pitching Coach June 2022 - February 2023: Rehab Strength & Conditioning Coach February 2023 - September 2023: AA Strength & Conditioning Coach September 2023 - Present: Rehab Strength & Conditioning Coach
Topics covered in this episode:
-Learning through your own training
-Return to Peak Performance and what that entails
-Advice for others and continuing education resources
Quotes:
-"I just love the learning experience that I'm getting from actually going out and doing it myself" (4:23)
-"We tell the guys all the time the training should be fun" (21:29)
-"We don't just want to return them to performance; we want them to return to the best they've ever been, if not better" (23:17)
If you'd like to learn more from Connor, you can follow him on social media:
Instagram:
@rooneyperformance
Twitter:
@ConnorRooney23

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Episode 201: 201. Interview with Kirby Retzer (Part Two) 38:51

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Kirby Retzer began his career with the Boston Red Sox Strength and Conditioning staff as a college intern in 2013. Upon graduation from the Exercise Science program at Florida Gulf Coast University, he was hired by the Minnesota Twins where he oversaw their rookie-level operations and injury rehabilitation programs for two seasons. Then, from 2016 to 2023, Kirby returned to the Red Sox and held 4 different leadership positions throughout his 8 seasons with the team. During his tenure with the Red Sox, he earned a Master’s degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis on Orthopedic Rehabilitation and studied to become a Certified Muscle Systems Specialist. Kirby has been able to prolong the careers of present Major League players and develop some of the young rising stars in the game today. He left the Red Sox organization to spend more time with his family and work with Symmetry. Topics covered in this episode: -Discussing life during and after professional baseball -Maximizing impact as a Strength and Conditioning Coach -Continuing Education Resources Quotes: -"The principles apply to everybody really" (9:45) -"I want to provide really good evidence-based information layered within experience to help people, and I think that that's probably the way that I want to 'get back' to the game" (23:13) -"Obviously biased right here, but the CMSS stuff, the Certified Muscle Systems Specialist, is the best thing I've found" (31:11) If you'd like to learn more from Kirby, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @kirbyretzer or Kirby can be reached at: Kirby@SymmetryExerciseClinic.com…

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Episode 200: 200. Interview with Kirby Retzer (Part One) 32:17

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Kirby Retzer began his career with the Boston Red Sox Strength and Conditioning staff as a college intern in 2013. Upon graduation from the Exercise Science program at Florida Gulf Coast University, he was hired by the Minnesota Twins where he oversaw their rookie-level operations and injury rehabilitation programs for two seasons. Then, from 2016 to 2023, Kirby returned to the Red Sox and held 4 different leadership positions throughout his 8 seasons with the team. During his tenure with the Red Sox, he earned a Master’s degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis on Orthopedic Rehabilitation and studied to become a Certified Muscle Systems Specialist. Kirby has been able to prolong the careers of present Major League players and develop some of the young rising stars in the game today. He left the Red Sox organization to spend more time with his family and work with Symmetry. Topics covered in this episode: -Working with Chris Sale on his journey to a National League Cy Young award -The value of training with machines -Being a Certified Muscle Systems Specialist Quotes: -"It's just of paramount importance for us to be able to develop tension in positions and under load and different configurations" (9:40) -"But if we take the principles of what the machines afford us to do and apply that training methodology while we're in a hallway, we can be creative with banded resistance" (10:08) -"It's a way to systematically analyze a person to help them reduce pain or eliminate unwanted sensation like tightness of stiffness" (25:34) If you'd like to learn more from Kirby, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @kirbyretzer or Kirby can be reached at: Kirby@SymmetryExerciseClinic.com…

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Episode 199: 199. Interview with Joe Scire (Part Two) 45:22

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Joe Scire is currently serving in his third season as the Team Dietitian and Coordinator of Performance Nutrition for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Before joining the Diamondbacks, Joe spent three years at Ohio State University, where he pursued his master’s in medical dietetics, worked closely with the baseball team, and researched performance biomarkers in the endurance athlete population. A New Hampshire native, he earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology from the University of New Hampshire. Topics covered in this episode: -A deep dive into his role with the Diamondbacks -Advice for others on finding success -Continuing education resources Quotes: -"I'm ready to serve whenever they are ready" (12:24) -"If you can kind of like stand your ground and just do your best and show them that you care, I think you're gonna be in a good space with guys" (24:59) -"The real measure of success in my mind is your commitment to personal growth" (30:07) If you'd like to learn more from Joe, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @jmscire…

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Episode 198: 198. Interview with Joe Scire (Part One) 22:17

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Joe Scire is currently serving in his third season as the Team Dietitian and Coordinator of Performance Nutrition for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Before joining the Diamondbacks, Joe spent three years at Ohio State University, where he pursued his master’s in medical dietetics, worked closely with the baseball team, and researched performance biomarkers in the endurance athlete population. A New Hampshire native, he earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology from the University of New Hampshire. Topics covered in this episode: -Betting on yourself and serving the next generation -Helping elite athletes to connect the dots -The secret to making a great smoothie Quotes: -"You have to look at it as like kind of an honor to serve the next generation" (9:53) -"It's hard for things to stick, I think especially in our fields because we need a long runway for things to actually take affect" (15:38) -"Avocados in smoothies is the secret ingredient to make it elite" (18:27) If you'd like to learn more from Joe, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @jmscire…

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Episode 197: 197. Interview with Chris Frosch (Part Two) 38:33

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Chris Frosch is entering his 6th season in professional baseball and 4th year with the Baltimore Orioles organization, where he is currently their AA strength coach. Prior to joining the O's in 2022, he spent time with the Chicago Cubs as a MiLB S&C Coach and interned at both Florida State and Texas Christian University in 2019. He graduated from the University of Tampa with a degree in Human Performance Topics covered in this episode: -Working the Arizona Fall League -Advice and ways to find success -Continuing education resources Quotes: -"You always want what's best for the guys" (8:50) -"At the end of the day you're part of player development, and your job is to produce Big Leaguers that help the Major League club win" (16:58) -"Be patient, take care of your people, do a good job, and the results will come" (31:36) If you'd like to learn more from Chris, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @cfrosch_ X: @cfrosch_…

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Episode 196: 196. Interview with Chris Frosch (Part One) 30:23

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Chris Frosch is entering his 6th season in professional baseball and 4th year with the Baltimore Orioles organization, where he is currently their AA strength coach. Prior to joining the O's in 2022, he spent time with the Chicago Cubs as a MiLB S&C Coach and interned at both Florida State and Texas Christian University in 2019. He graduated from the University of Tampa with a degree in Human Performance Topics covered in this episode: -Completing a quality internship -His best professional baseball story -Strength and skill development Quotes: -"I think there's a kind of shift in baseball. Across the board seems to be heading that way towards athleticism and placing a premium on that" (9:20) -"It's really easy to have a negative impact honestly, especially in-season, you know, if you ask too much of guys" (11:15) -"Off-season is where the magic's gonna happen, and where you can make those big strides that some guys need" (24:26) If you'd like to learn more from Chris, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @cfrosch_ X: @cfrosch_…

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Episode 195: 195. Interview with Phil Wilson, Relax Saunas (Part Two) 38:14

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This is Part Two of an interview with Phil Wilson of Relax Saunas. Relax Saunas is currently a sponsor of The PBSCCS. Relax Saunas are far infrared saunas, and in this episode we discuss far infrared light and therapy. Quotes: -"But what I like best about the Relax Sauna, and far infrared saunas in general of course, is that it activates the parasympathetic nervous system" (18:25) -"Basically when it gets you into the present moment then that's when all the magic happens. And this helps you get into the present moment" (19:12) -"10% average increase. Okay...what I'm saying is the Relax Sauna can make the difference between hitting a home run and doing an out" (31:05) You can find much more information on the Relax Saunas website: relaxsaunas.com You can also get $200 off your purchase by using the code MLB200 at checkout below: relaxsaunas.com/mlb…

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Episode 194: 194. Interview with Phil Wilson, Relax Saunas (Part One) 27:37

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This is Part One of an interview with Phil Wilson of Relax Saunas. Relax Saunas is currently a sponsor of The PBSCCS. Relax Saunas are far infrared saunas, and in this episode we discuss far infrared light and therapy. Quotes: -"What a beautiful product that I can promote. And what's exciting is that it gets you into the now" (7:45) -"The Relax Sauna is really the only portable sauna in the world in the sense that it will fit in a suitcase" (16:49) -"Not all saunas are alike" (22:33) You can find much more information on the Relax Saunas website: relaxsaunas.com You can also get $200 off your purchase by using the code MLB200 at checkout below: relaxsaunas.com/mlb…

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Episode 193: 193. Interview with Ryan Harrel (Part Two) 39:39

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Ryan Harrel just completed his 3rd Year as a Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Ryan grew up in Cashion, Oklahoma and graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a degree in Kinesiology. Prior to joining the Diamondbacks, he spent time as an intern at Edge Sports Performance in Edmond, Oklahoma & Cressey Sports Performance in Palm Beach Garden, Florida. Topics covered in this episode: -Moving up the ranks to AAA and what to expect -Relationship building and finding success -Continuing education resources Quotes: -"That's one thing our department does a pretty good job of is communication, and we take a lot of pride in that" (3:36) -"In all reality every staff member is just as important as the other one in getting whatever message it may be to the player" (19:02) -"You have to be able to build relationships with people" (20:34) If you'd like to learn more from Ryan, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @rjharrel10…

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Episode 192: 192. Interview with Ryan Harrel (Part One) 31:09

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Ryan Harrel just completed his 3rd Year as a Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Ryan grew up in Cashion, Oklahoma and graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a degree in Kinesiology. Prior to joining the Diamondbacks, he spent time as an intern at Edge Sports Performance in Edmond, Oklahoma & Cressey Sports Performance in Palm Beach Garden, Florida. Topics covered in this episode: -His journey and family ties in professional baseball -His best professional baseball stories -Microdosing within a daily training regiment Quotes: -"This is what I want to do. I love baseball. I love the gym. And then on top of it, it's so cool to get to help people accomplish what they want to accomplish" (3:20) -"It's probably one of my favorite things about baseball: the stories and the laughing and the joking" (8:08) -"Movement is medicine, and I think that that is critically important in sustaining long-term health and success" (16:06) If you'd like to learn more from Ryan, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @rjharrel10…

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Episode 191: 191. Interview with Joe Leo (Part Two) 36:08

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Joe Leo just completed his 2nd Year as a Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. Prior to joining the Diamondbacks, Joe has stops at Lift Chicago, Cressey Sports Performance, and The Ohio State University. Joe is a proud Buckeye and Chicagoan. Topics covered in this episode: -Working the Arizona Complex League -Relationship building and creating buy-in -Continuing education resources Quotes: -"I think getting them into a solid routine that they do every day is probably our primary objective" (4:57) -"Team is so important" (12:27) -"Building a relationship isn't just one day" (20:10) If you'd like to learn more from Joe, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @joeyl2…

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Episode 190: 190. Interview with Joe Leo (Part One) 26:12

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Joe Leo just completed his 2nd Year as a Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. Prior to joining the Diamondbacks, Joe has stops at Lift Chicago, Cressey Sports Performance, and The Ohio State University. Joe is a proud Buckeye and Chicagoan. Topics covered in this episode: -His journey to professional baseball -The value of an internship (especially in professional baseball) -Programming for and working with in-season athletes Quotes: -"It was kind of a good last internship for me because you get out of it what you put into it" (7:47) -"That's the easiest way to grow I think; just try not to make the same mistake twice" (14:12) -"I think one of the most valuable things we can do as strength coaches is help pain a more well-rounded picture of the athlete" (23:56) If you'd like to learn more from Joe, you can find him on social media: Instagram: @joeyl2…

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Episode 189: 189. Interview with Adam Decker (Part Two) 28:40

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Adam Decker is currently serving in his third season as the Director of Sports Medicine & Performance for the Houston Astros. Originally from Canada, Adam started his career with Sport Canada where he worked for 8 years in Strength & Conditioning, Performance Science, Talent Identification, and Athlete Development with Provincial and National/Olympic level athletes. Adam then moved to the world-renowned performing arts company, Cirque du Soleil, and later to the National Hockey League’s New Jersey Devils. Adam holds degrees in Exercise Science, Education, a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology, and a PhD in Medical Rehabilitation. Topics covered in this episode: -Discussion on being Houston's Director of Sports Medicine and Performance -Finding success and advice for others -Continuing Education Resources Quotes: -"I get to work with a very diverse group of people, multiple disciplines, and I love it" (1:50) -"You'd be amazed at how generous people are. I've had so many people who have helped me along the way" (13:30) -"Probably more than any other industry, sport is about people and relationships" (14:20) If you'd like to learn more from Adam, you can reach out to him on LinkedIn!…

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Episode 188: 188. Interview with Adam Decker (Part One) 25:18

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Adam Decker is currently serving in his third season as the Director of Sports Medicine & Performance for the Houston Astros. Originally from Canada, Adam started his career with Sport Canada where he worked for 8 years in Strength & Conditioning, Performance Science, Talent Identification, and Athlete Development with Provincial and National/Olympic level athletes. Adam then moved to the world-renowned performing arts company, Cirque du Soleil, and later to the National Hockey League’s New Jersey Devils. Adam holds degrees in Exercise Science, Education, a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology, and a PhD in Medical Rehabilitation. Topics covered in this episode: -His journey into professional baseball -Working with Sport Canada, Cirque du Soleil, and the New Jersey Devils -Movement Creativity and Physical Literacy Quotes: -"I mean I've worked with so many different people and cultures and just in different environments" (10:19) -"I think that's probably the best thing about my career is that I've had those different experiences. Because I think, without a doubt, it's made me a much better practitioner" (11:32) -"Those kinda personal stories are the ones that I think stick with me more than anything else" (20:44) If you'd like to learn more from Adam, you can reach out to him on LinkedIn!…

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Episode 187: 187. Interview with Max Miller (Part Two) 25:15

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