17 Lessons Learned in 2017

In a professional sense, 2017 was certainly a fulfilling year for me. But, it wasn’t without challenge or struggle. In fact, both in professional and personal terms, this year was also one of the most challenging I’ve gone through yet. Considering all that 2017 had to offer — the good and the bad — I…

Why I Write

At first, I believed my deepest passion was baseball, and that this, alone, was what drove me. But, in reflection, I have learned that it is about something different entirely: developing relationships with others. And, at the foundation of every interpersonal relationship is communication. Despite being tasked with coaching athletes my own age (and sometimes…

Learn on the Go – Podcasts of the Week #2 (5/2/16)

Whether it be the daily commute or early morning cardio, cooking dinner or doing the chores, walking the mall or relaxing poolside on a weekend – podcasts are a great way to conveniently sneak in a little extra learning for the week. In this weekly installment, I share with you a shortlist of listen-worthy podcasts – old and…

Advocating an Experience-Based Coaching Education

To the kinesiology undergrad student/aspiring coach, Look at 100% of all strength and conditioning job postings and the first requirement that you will see is a four-year education in Kinesiology or a related field. So, you ibegin your journey toward becoming a coach inevitably by enrolling in the appropriate courses to put you on track for a…