nutrition

S02|E233 Filling Roles to See Team Success with Justin McKenna | Samson Strength Coach Collective Health, Wellness, Nutrition & RecoveryStrength Coach Podcast

S02|E233 Filling Roles to See Team Success with Justin McKenna | Samson Strength Coach Collective

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we sit down with Justin McKenna, Director of Basketball Performance at Bucknell University. Justin shares his unique path into strength and conditioning, the many hats performance coaches must wear, and how giving athletes autonomy leads to better engagement and outcomes. From nutrition strategies to communication, Justin offers insight into what it takes to elevate basketball performance in today’s fast-evolving landscape.
June 17, 2026
S02|E227 Creating Internship Pipelines in Tactical S&C with Mark Christiani | Samson Strength Coach Collective Strength Coach PodcastTactical, Military & Public Safety

S02|E227 Creating Internship Pipelines in Tactical S&C with Mark Christiani | Samson Strength Coach Collective

On this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, tactical strength and conditioning coach Mark Christiani joins us to discuss his journey from military service to coaching—and why creating internship pipelines must become a priority in the tactical field. Mark explains how structure and adaptability help shape effective coaching, the Army’s growing demand for qualified strength coaches, and the crucial role of nutrition, education, and mentorship in developing the next generation of tactical professionals.
June 17, 2026
S02|E223 S&C Within the Fire Department with Alex Redshaw | Samson Strength Coach Collective Strength Coach PodcastTactical, Military & Public Safety

S02|E223 S&C Within the Fire Department with Alex Redshaw | Samson Strength Coach Collective

Firefighting is one of the most physically demanding professions, requiring more than just grit and bravery. In this episode, Connor Agnew sits down with Alex Redshaw, O2X Human Performance Program Manager for Arlington County Fire Department, to explore the vital role of strength and conditioning in firefighter health. Alex shares insights on sleep, nutrition, and injury prevention—highlighting how holistic wellness programs can help firefighters thrive throughout their careers and into retirement.
June 17, 2026
S02-E211 The Importance of a Performance Chef with Aaron Clayton Health, Wellness, Nutrition & RecoveryStrength Coach Podcast

S02-E211 The Importance of a Performance Chef with Aaron Clayton

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Aaron Clayton, Partner at Performance Chefs, dives deep into the often-overlooked world of performance chefs. From understanding how timing and hydration impact performance to exploring collaboration with trainers and dietitians, Aaron breaks down why a performance chef is essential for modern athletes. This episode is packed with insights on nutrition, athlete recovery, and the human side of fueling greatness.
June 17, 2026
S02-E208 Unbreakable Athletics with Jim Beebe Health, Wellness, Nutrition & RecoveryStrength Coach Podcast

S02-E208 Unbreakable Athletics with Jim Beebe

In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, we sit down with Jim Beebe—owner of Unbreakable Athletics and founder of the Athlete Builder. Jim walks us through how one moment with his son changed the course of his life, leading him to build a gym and coaching philosophy focused on mindset, nutrition, and life-long accountability. His story is a powerful reminder of how fitness can reshape not just bodies, but entire families and futures.
June 17, 2026
S02-E207 Elite Athlete Nutrition with Jessica Isaacs Strength Coach PodcastTactical, Military & Public Safety

S02-E207 Elite Athlete Nutrition with Jessica Isaacs

On the latest episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, elite athlete sports dietitian Jessica Isaacs joins us to talk about performance nutrition, using empowering food language, and how coaches can better adapt to the modern athlete. She dives into the role of trust in athlete-dietitian relationships and why clear, honest education is more vital than ever in a world full of nutrition noise and social media misinformation.
June 17, 2026
Samson Strength Coach Collective: E066 Steve Georgio (Fordham University) Health, Wellness, Nutrition & RecoveryStrength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective: E066 Steve Georgio (Fordham University)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjbn_7sh4zc In this episode, Steve Georgio, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Fordham University talks to us about establishing staples in an athlete's approach to training, nutrition, and how he goes about meeting them halfway. Steve also gives us insight into the ways in which his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu journey has shaped some of the concepts and philosophies he uses when it comes to his career as a coach, and his life as a brother, son, friend, and mentor.
June 17, 2026
Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 019 | Kelly Murphy Health, Wellness, Nutrition & RecoveryStrength Coach Podcast

Samson Strength Coach Collective Episode 019 | Kelly Murphy

Anthony Grasso sits down with Coach Kelly Murphy in this edition of the Samson Strength Coach Collective. Coach Murphy is the Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning for Olympic Sports at Virginia Tech University and is certified through the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association as well as the National Strength & Conditioning Association. Coach Kelly is also a Registered Dietitian which was her primary field before becoming a strength & conditioning coach.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLfD-AIhpfU&t=58s
June 17, 2026