AK | Coaching People, Not Just Programs

What separates great strength coaches from those who simply write programs? Justin Lima sits down with AK for an unfiltered conversation about coaching, athlete development, and the importance of context in strength and conditioning.

AK explains why she openly shares her training programs, challenges the industry's obsession with normative data, and discusses how she incorporates isometrics, tendon loading, and individualized programming with collegiate volleyball athletes.

They also discuss training male and female athletes, building trust, using competition to increase training intent, and why coaches need to stop overcomplicating the weight room. At the center of the conversation is one message: great coaching requires understanding the person behind the athlete.

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