We are back- Triphasic Truths : Q and A with Coach Cal Dietz


First off, my sincere apology for the ill communication here; between myself traveling to Europe at the last minute to some professional athletes to Cal traveling all around and then I was at the ISSN conference, a few shipping / website hiccups, project deadlines etc, ,time just got away...

...but we are back now and today I have a podcast with the man himself- Coach Cal Dietz.

This was originally a bonus call for the Phasic 2 book, but it was packed with so much gold, I had to bring it to my podcast.

We dig into a wide range of performance topics, including everything from the surprising benefits of using water bags in training to how footwear can affect pain and mechanics.

Cal and I also discuss strategies for building muscle and improving body composition, including phasic loading for powerlifters, the nuances of cluster training, and how to train the aerobic system without compromising recovery.

We even touch on some sport-specific advice, like adjusting training for cross-country athletes and the critical distinction between EU stress and distress in programming. Tons of actionable takeaways here for coaches, athletes, and curious nerds alike.

Triphasic Truths: Q&A w Cal Dietz << details here

Episode Chapters:

  • 03:16 Importance of Aerobic Training
  • 04:06 Electrolytes and Ketones Recommendations
  • 05:17 Q&A with Coach Cal Dietz Begins
  • 06:20 Water Bag Training Insights
  • 07:12 Practical Applications and Case Studies
  • 15:29 Advanced Training Techniques and Tools
  • 21:20 Rehabilitation and Pain Management
  • 24:17 Footwear and Gait Patterns
  • 26:47 Combining Drills for Enhanced Performance
  • 31:33 Addressing Pain and Compensation Patterns
  • 33:26 Resetting the Pain Signal
  • 34:04 Identifying Movement Compensations
  • 35:48 Starting Point for New Athletes
  • 39:07 Triphasic Loading for Powerlifters
  • 48:38 High Velocity Potentiation for Swimmers
  • 50:26 Modifications for Cross Country Runners
  • 55:40 Final Thoughts and Q&A
  • 59:42 Podcast Conclusion and Acknowledgements

Check out the YouTube link below if you prefer to watch the podcast.

Triphasic Truths: Q&A w Coach Cal Dietz << YouTube

Much love,
Dr Mike T and Cal

PS - We go over almost a dozen methods in detail in the Triphasic Training II book

https://triphasic2.com << order here

Here is what Eric had to say:

"This book is a great resource for new methods in strength and conditioning that can change how you coach. It goes into a deeper level of programming and periodization that can help athletes, coaches, and anyone who is looking to increase their fitness. It dives into methods that many coaches might have been afraid to try or implement because it is different from the traditional models and methods.

This is a must-have book in any coach's library." -- Coach Eric

https://triphasic2.com << order here


Coach Cal Dietz, U of MN
Dr Mike T Nelson
Triphasic Training II: 14 High-Performance Methods to Unlock Elite Athletic Development - out NOW

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