I got my start in psychology at the University of Utrecht in the Netherlands. I specialized in clinical psychology with a focus on grief psychology and subsequently worked as a research psychologist. This experience gave me tremendous insight into the human mind and human behavior. I used this knowledge to feed my passion for sport and high performance and took a step down a different path in psychology eight years ago when I founded StatuMentis. I now work with the mind and heart of people to help them achieve a state of mental strength, clarity, and focus. To build resilience, mental toughness, and competitive fierceness. We provide services to elite athletes, teams, and coaches as well as military, law enforcement, business and medical professionals. Our four departments (Individual Performance; Coach Consultancy; Team Culture and Dynamics; Mental Screening) work together to provide services that are fully customizable to address the situation in the best possible way. Our focus is on the source and not the symptoms to ensure concrete and lasting change.

Coaching for over 15years...experience at various levels of youth, college and professional sport...currently the Head of Athletic Performance for the San Jose Earthquakes of the MLS...my primary role is the physical development and performance of our senior team along with the oversight of our Development Academy and partnering USL program to develop an alignment for our organizations physical management. ...previous to my current role with the San Jose Earthquakes, I spent time with the United States Soccer Federation as a Performance Coach for US Soccer Youth National Teams. Concurrently, I worked as Sports Performance Director for MVP Physical Therapy and Performance, a private facility in the Seattle area. ...Prior to my work with these organizations I was the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the San Jose Sharks of the NHL...and Director of Performance Analysis/Strength and Conditioning Coach for Santa Clara University Women’s Soccer.

Dr. Matt Jordan has been a strength and conditioning coach and applied sport scientist working with international athletes over six Olympic Winter Games. Matt is currently the Director of Sport Science at the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary and is an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. His research focuses on neuromuscular adaptations to resistance training and ACL injury/re-injury prevention in elite athletes. Throughout his career as a strength coach/sport scientist, Matt has consulted with more than 30 Olympic and World Championship medalists, and he frequently provides his expertise to high performance sport organizations.

Trent is the National Director of Sports Innovation for Select Medical and the founder | developer of the ViPerform AMI™ & ViPerform AMI™ RTSport. Trent holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology, a masters in physical therapy, and a doctorate with a focus in biomechanics and motor learning. The ViPerform AMI™ (Athletic Movement Index™), a computerized 3D movement analysis system that uses wearable sensor technology (dorsaVi™) to provide lab quality biomechanical data to assess movement patterns know to put athletes at risk for non-contact injuries. The ViPerform AMI™ has been used to assess >18,000 athletes by 375+ clinics, performance centers, professional teams and physicians throughout the US. The ViPerform AMI RTSport combines the AMI with on field testing to provide clinicians with objective data for making RTSport decisions. Dr. Nessler is a recognized national and international speaker and has developed certification courses in the athletic movement index, BFRT (blood flow restriction training) and rehabilitation of the combat athlete. Trent has served as a national and international consultant in movement assessment and RTSport for collegiate and professional athletics and MMA. Trent serves as the team physical therapist for the competition teams for TN Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy and Gracie Barra Alabama. Dr. Nessler has also been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA for 6+ years and is a competitive purple belt in BJJ.

Joel is in his sixth year at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He oversees the day-to-day operations of both the Athletic Training and Sports Performance departments with his direct care being to football, golf and M/W tennis. Prior to UW-La Crosse, Joel was an athletic trainer Oklahoma State University where he worked with Cross Country/Track & Field. He holds a undergraduate degree from UW-Madison in Athletic Training, a Master's Degree in exercise science from the University of Kansas and is pursuing a doctoral degree in athletic administration and leadership from Concordia University-Chicago. Joel also hosts two podcasts, Clinically Pressed and Athletic Training Chat.

Michael is a clinically-based athletic trainer with over 25 years of experience in rehabilitation and performance training. He is the owner of “Integrative Rehab Training LLC” which provides fitness rehab services, consulting and educational programming. He is Clinical Adjunct Faculty at the University of New England and is a Certified Clinician through the Postural Restoration Institute®. He has provided consultation, treatment and/or presentations to NFL teams, the US Ski Team, Perform Better seminars, Stars On Ice tour, numerous universities, dance companies, and many other organizations, schools and clubs. He is an internationally recognized lecturer and has presented extensively at conferences and seminars on topics related to sports medicine, rehabilitation, training and conditioning, and respiratory influences on function and performance. Michael has co-authored a book titled Comprehensive Sports injury Management, co-authored a chapter in Knee Ligament Rehabilitation called “New Techniques in Cartilage Repair and replacement”, and published articles in multiple professional journals, mainstream publications and websites.

Mike McGurn, International Strength and Conditioning Coach, has the prestigious honour of training three National Senior Irish Teams in different codes and winning two World Titles in two different sports. McGurn competed for Ulster and Ireland in cross country and athletics events. For his efforts was awarded a scholarship to study Sports Science in the USA for four years. McGurn has been a professional strength and conditioning coach for over 20 years, having presided over the physical preparation of teams and athletes at 3 World Cups, Olympics, Commonwealth Games, World Boxing Champions and European Championships.

Kyle is currently a Performance Coach at Future in San Francisco, CA. Previously worked as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coordinator at Seton Hall University, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator at Kutztown University, Men's Basketball Strength Coach at University of Tampa, owner and operator of a strength and conditioning/personal training business in Tampa, FL and also has some experience in sport science research and physical therapy. He has a bachelor of science in exercise science from Sacred Heart University and a master of science in exercise and nutrition science from the University of Tampa.

Dr. Fergus Connolly is one of the world’s leading experts in performance. Fergus has worked with leading CEO's, professional sports teams, elite special forces units and athletes around the world. He is the author of "59 Lessons - Working with the Worlds Elite Coaches, Athletes & Special Forces" and "Game Changer - The Art of Sports Science", the first book to present a holistic philosophy for all team sports. Fergus Connolly has been Director of Elite Performance for the San Francisco 49ers, Sports Science Director with the Welsh Rugby Union, Performance & Operations Director for University of Michigan Football. Learn more at fergusconnolly.com Maxwell Maltz "Psycho-Cybernetics" discussed within this podcast. https://www.psycho-cybernetics.com

Keith Burns, MS, NSCA-CSCS, NASM-CES & PES, TPI-Level 1 Keith is currently a full-time faculty member at Raritan Valley Community College where he teaches in Exercise Science Program. He area of expertise includes courses in Performance Enhancement, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Testing and Prescription, Concepts of Cardiovascular Conditioning, and Intro to Weight Training. His previous experience includes positions as both a collegiate and professional strength and conditioning coach, as well as time spent clinically as an Exercise Physiologist and Biomechanist. He is currently working with Puerto Rico Lacrosse Women’s Senior National Team as a Strength & Conditioning Coach. He has co-authored and published two books with Hatherleigh Publishing; Exercises for Perfect Posture, and Exercises for Cardiac Recovery. Additionally, he serves on the NSCA State Advisory Board for New Jersey. Keith completed his B.S. in physical education at the University of Delaware and his M.S. in Human Movement at Arizona School of Health Sciences in Mesa, AZ. He had taken doctoral level classes (PhD) at Seton Hall University in the Movement Science Specialization track within the School of Health and Medical Sciences.

Dr. Adam Wright is a peak performance coach and consultant who specializes in the mental and physical conditioning of elite executives, athletes and performers. He is a peer reviewed author, university lecturer in sport and exercise psychology, and speaker on optimal human performance. His clients include Fortune 400 CEOs, hedge fund executives, professional/amateur athletes, Hollywood celebrities, and internationally acclaimed artists and musicians. Dr. Wright received his Bachelor's degree from LaSalle University in Philosophy (Maxima Cum Laude) and his Master's and Doctoral degrees from Temple University in Kinesiology with a specialization in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology. He is also an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist and a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach.

Michael Prewitt, Healthcare Liaison Michael has worked as the Clinical Liaison for Dari Motion the last three years. Dari Motion is a brand of Scientific Analytics, Inc is a biotechnology company Overland Park, KS and a leader in human motion assessment. Michael's experiences includes but is not limited to be a primary contributor in research on human movement and skeletal muscle health and metabolism.

Clinical Performance Psychologist & Coach Consultant at StatuMentis Anne's work includes the guidance of elite athletes, elite teams, elite coaches, military personnel All who are interested in optimizing performance. She specializes in training programs that include: * Mental Toughness * Peak Performance * Team Optimization & Team Dynamics * Rebounding from Injury & Injury Prevention * Coaching the Coach: * Stress Management Her focus is to help her clients remove mental and emotional blocks that inhibit (peak) performance.

Micah Kurtz, MS, CSCS, RSCC, USAW, FMS, NASE Assistant Athletics Director & Director of Sports Performance at Windermere Preparatory School Coach Kurtz has consulted with the NFL, USA Basketball, USA Football and Nike Football on youth athletic development education. He is an active speaker at strength and fitness conferences across the U.S. and has delivered presentations in Mexico, China and Hong Kong. Micah has served as the South Carolina State Director for both the National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Dr. David LaPlaca has over eight years of experience as a strength and conditioning coach. He is currently the head strength coach at Evolve Fitness Strength and Conditioning and has worked on the NCAA Division I FBS, Division I FCS, and the Division III levels where he has worked with professional athletes and over 20 different team sports. David earned his PhD in Kinesiology with a cognate in Nutrition from the University of Georgia, where his dissertation is titled, “The Characteristics that Differentiate Expert, Competent, and Beginner Strength and Conditioning Coaches.” In addition, he has earned close to a dozen strength and conditioning related certifications and distinctions, written multiple publications, and is currently taking courses in order to become a Registered Dietitian so he can provide specific nutrition guidelines to the athletes and clients that he coaches. During his collegiate career at Guilford College he was the sole team captain of the football team where he played linebacker, and was a member of the track and field team.

Juan is a Professional Trainer/Practitioner and Facilitator. Certified Mental Performance Consultant in the New York city area. His work includes experience as a Master Resilience Trainer and Performance Expert in the US Army where he taught mental skills, resilience, and performance enhancement techniques and more.

An aspiring NBA strength and conditioning coach, Loughborough University MSc student, and an NSCA CSCS. Jordan is experienced in coaching and developing nutritional interventions for elite elite and high level athletes

Scott Livingston has been working in the field of human performance over thirty years. He is renown for his dedication to building the “whole” athlete, and his ability to define movement dysfunction and provide correction leading to increased performance and reduction of injury. Scott has trained and reconditioned successful athletes at every level including professional athletes, Olympic athletes, and college athletes, as well as highly motivated recreational athletes. He has trained multiple world champions and Olympic medalists during his career.

Brian is a "mindset coach for those professionals with busy brains". We talk about ADHD, recovery, peak performance, sabotage, poisonous negative self-talk and Brian's personal adversities that inspired him to work with individuals fighting with similar psychological road blocks. This is a good one folks! A little bit for everyone, including the non-athlete.

With 19 years clinical experience, Dr. Nessler challenges himself to be a thought leader in sports medicine, injury prevention and movement dysfunction. With 18 years’ experience in management of outpatient physical therapy and athletic training programs, he constantly challenges conventional wisdom to think outside the box in developing applications utilizing evidence based practice integrated with the latest technology in order to address an epidemic problem of non-contact injuries in youth athletics. Through years of clinical research and practical clinical applications, Dr. Nessler has developed a comprehensive methodology on how to assess the lower kinetic chain in athletes that not only reduces injury rates but also improves athletic performance. In 2014, he blended this knowledge with the Xbox One to develop a fully automated movement assessment that could be used in pre-participation athletic physicals and military settings. Today, Dr. Nessler looks to continue this development of ways to apply the latest technology and biomechanical sciences to allow for scalable solutions to have profound impact on the non-contact injury epidemic impacting our kids today. Building Athletes to Perform, Building Athletes to Last™!

Justin is the Head strength and conditioning coach of the Anaheim Ducks, AHL affiliate San Diego Gulls. Devan heads up the performance of hockey at UMASS Lowell. Both colleagues authored the book, Intent: A Practical Approach to Applied Sport Science, as well as the app mentioned in this episode. Please have a listen to hear the great ideas Justin and Devan throw out there, as well as where you can purchase your copy of the book and app!

Welcome to the first annual Performance Talk Round Table Episode  where my co-host and I ask questions that are relevant to the profession and they are answered by a diverse quest panel. Guest Panel: Dr. Tim Baghurst is the Director of Sports & Coaching Science at Oklahoma State University. He has over published 100 peer-reviewed articles, 15 textbooks and book chapters, and has presented on sports performance topics around the world. Coach Staci Wilson former professional soccer player with an Olympic gold medal with the 1996 U.S. Women’s National Team currently a professional dedicated to improving performance of athletes with safe and effective science-based programs. Joel Luedke is the Director of Athletic Training & Sports Performance at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Joel's background has focused on athletic training, exercise science end strength and conditioning. He has worked with a variety of sports at all collegiate levels. Michael Mullins is a clinically-based athletic trainer with over 27 years of experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation and performance training. He is the owner of “Integrative Rehab Training LLC” He specializes in the treatment, rehabilitation and has worked with all levels of athletes . Dan Hickerr The San Jose Earthquakes strength and conditioning coach for the club’s Development Academy program and First Team: he has also worked for U.S. Soccer Women's Youth National Teams, San Jose Sharks of the NHL, Santa Clara University NCAA Division I, MS in Exercise Science and Rehabilitation, Post Graduate study in Sport Psychology, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Dr. Adam Annaccone is an Practitioner and Director of Performance Healthcare Education and Integration for Baylor Scott & White Sports Therapy & Research at The Star. He is a Board Certified Athletic Trainer, a Corrective Exercise Specialist and a Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) Andrew Egan, SCCC, CSCS, USAW, USAPL, FMS Currently the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Chestnut Hill College. Graduated from Temple University with B.S. in Kinesiology (Exercise & Sports Science).