Episode 2 - Mike Robertson

by Coach Rod Root | How to Progress in Basketball, Life, and in the Weight Room

Episode 2!

Mike Robertson, one of the top Physical Preparation Coaches in the WORLD, drops knowledge on what it takes to be successful as a basketball player in today’s world. Mike and I talk sleep and recovery, nutrition, strategies for successful players, how the pros train, and much more!

Connect with Mike:

Robertson Training Systems – Mike’s Blog (I HIGHLY recommend everyone check out Mike’s FREE content!)

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IFASTuniversity.com

In the Podcast:

Mike’s Basketball Story – 3:01

The Importance of Mentors – 7:00

Roy Hibbert and Training Pros – 9:15

The Importance of the Weight Room – 19:44

“Resets” Explained – 23:30

Ab Training for Basketball – 30:00 – Links to Mike’s Hook-Lying Reaching, Wall 90/90, The Bear, Wall Press Abs

The Value of Blowing Up a Balloon

Why Heavy Barbell Work Isn’t Ideal for Basketball – 31:30

2 Kettlebell Front Squat, Safety Bar Front Squat – 32:51 

Advice for In-Season Training – 34:00

Rapid Fire Questions:

What qualities and habits do you see in world-class athletes vs low-performers? – 38:04

What Supplements are You Taking and What Would you Recommend For Athletes? – 41:40

Links to Supplements we Recommend and carry at Teamwork: , ,, Bulk Supplements Creatine MonohydrateExogenous Ketones – SUPER fuel for athletes .

The WRONG Way to Fuel Your Body – 45:00

Why Today’s Youth is Brittle – 47:35

Fueling Performance at the “Discount Den” and Gummy Worms in the NBA – 48:05

Advice for the Parent, Coach, and the Athlete – 50:47

The Texas Coach Smart Ripping a Player
on the Sideline and Relationships in Coaching – 52:00