Send us a text In this Mental Minute episode, dive into the saga of 'The Showman and the Steadfast,' two baseball legends whose contrasting lives shaped an era. One, a larger-than-life figure, fueled his days with towering breakfasts, whiskey, and wild nights; the other, a paragon of discipline, started with oatmeal and relentless dedication. Explore how their habits—chaos versus order—crafted iconic legacies without one path being 'right.' Join us for a quick, thought-provoking journey into ...
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Send us a text In this Mental Minute episode, dive into the saga of 'The Showman and the Steadfast,' two baseball legends whose contrasting lives shaped an era. One, a larger-than-life figure, fueled his days with towering breakfasts, whiskey, and wild nights; the other, a paragon of discipline, started with oatmeal and relentless dedication. Explore how their habits—chaos versus order—crafted iconic legacies without one path being 'right.' Join us for a quick, thought-provoking journey into ...
Send us a text In this Mental Minute episode, dive into the saga of 'The Showman and the Steadfast,' two baseball legends whose contrasting lives shaped an era. One, a larger-than-life figure, fueled his days with towering breakfasts, whiskey, and wild nights; the other, a paragon of discipline, started with oatmeal and relentless dedication. Explore how their habits—chaos versus order—crafted iconic legacies without one path being 'right.' Join us for a quick, thought-provoking journey into ...
Send us a text Join Garrison on the In the Zone Podcast as he returns after a hiatus with a heartfelt life update and deep reflections on balancing coaching, identity, and personal priorities. Fresh from his wedding and honeymoon in St. Lucia, Garrison shares how his new role as a husband has reshaped his focus, moving away from an all-consuming coaching identity. He explores the challenges high achievers face in balancing work and family, drawing insights from golfer Scotty Scheffler’s refle...
Send us a text In this full-length episode of In the Zone, host Garrison Royne sits down with author Cary Knox to dive into the deep intersection of sports, legacy, faith, and personal transformation. The conversation covers Knox's latest book "I Believe," which celebrates iconic Illinois sports moments while connecting them to broader themes of identity, preparation, emotional control, and generational impact. What You’ll Hear: Carrie Knox discusses his book I Believe, featuring stories from...
Send us a textOn this episode, we explores the transformative potential of DNA in optimizing performance, enhanced by AI-driven sports analytics and personalized strategies. His personal experience with DNA sequencing revealed tailored fitness and health insights, including workout plans, stress management, and dietary recommendations based on genetic and blood type factors.Shifting his diet to align with his O positive blood type improved mental clarity and wellness. Garrison highlights the ...
Send us a textShow Notes: Rant on the Sports Performance IndustryIn this episode of In the Zone, Garrison Roy critiques the current state of the sports performance industry, exploring the fine line between innovation and gimmicks.Key Topics:Over-Saturation of Trends: The industry is flooded with AI solutions and marketing hype, often prioritizing flashy tools over effective fundamentals.Routines vs. Superstitions: Productive habits are essential, but superstitions and fads can hinder performa...
Send us a textThis episode of In the Zone dives into the distinction between routines and superstitions in sports, exploring how they affect athletes’ mental and physical preparation. Routines, such as structured pre-game habits or consistent morning practices like hydration and exercise, are highlighted as beneficial tools for enhancing performance and focus.In contrast, superstitions—like tugging hats, re-strapping gloves, or specific gear arrangements—can sometimes border on obsessive beha...
Send us a textSummary: Discussion on Juco vs NCAA RulingThe conversation examines a recent NCAA ruling regarding Diego Pavia, a Vanderbilt quarterback and former Juco player. The ruling allows Pavia's Juco time to not count against his NCAA eligibility, granting him an additional year. While this applies specifically to Pavia, the broader implications for other athletes and sports are yet to be determined.Juco is highlighted as a developmental pathway for athletes who may not be ready for Div...
Send us a textIn this episode, Garrison talks with Kaleb Wersland from Game Time Nutrition about the essential role nutrition plays in athletic performance. Kaleb shares his journey from being an underweight athlete to gaining 30 pounds through disciplined eating, which sparked his passion for nutrition. He also discusses overcoming autoimmune challenges and embracing a holistic approach to health. At Game Time Nutrition, Kaleb focuses on creating personalized nutrition plans with an emphasis...
Send us a textOn this episode, Anthony shares his baseball journey, highlighting his work with DAC Throwing and recovery from a labrum tear that resulted in 10 anchors (absurd amount) that significantly impacted his throwing velocity. Short Clip HERE of him returning from the 10 anchor surgery at 95+ mph!He details the challenges of surgery, rehabilitation, and the gaps in traditional recovery programs. Frustrated with generic approaches, Anthony collaborated with DAC Performance (EP 46 w/ Br...
Send us a textIn this episode of In the Zone, we dive deep with Steven Rosier, an athletic trainer at West Virginia University, as he shares his journey from playing baseball in Minnesota to becoming a dedicated professional in sports medicine. Steven discusses his role in providing athletes with optimal care, the multifaceted responsibilities of athletic trainers, and the critical collaboration needed among medical staff, coaches, and specialists to enhance athlete performance. The con...
Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Nick, a chiropractor for the Cincinnati Reds with nearly a decade of experience in professional baseball. Nick shares how his personal injury journey shaped his approach to athlete care and recovery. We dive into: - The evolution of rehab techniques, emphasizing holistic and dynamic approaches. - Cutting-edge tools like DNS (Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization), dry needling, and Functional Range Conditioning to enhance mobilit...
Send us a textJoe Hallock shares his path from playing college baseball to becoming a leader in sports rehabilitation. Inspired by his love for baseball, he transitioned from athlete to physical therapist, blending passion and expertise to help others succeed. Joe reflects on his experiences in PT school, residency, and working with organizations like the Cleveland Guardians and currently the Rehab Coordinator for the Toronto Blue Jays. His journey highlights the value of continuo...
Send us a textIn this episode of In the Zone, Jared dives into coaching strategies, emphasizing the importance of building genuine relationships with athletes and focusing on fundamentals. He shares insights on how personalized communication and trust are crucial for helping athletes grow and for retaining their commitment. Jared also challenges some of the latest training trends, advocating for a strong foundation in basics rather than chasing quick fixes. He introduces the Square One ...
Send us a textWe’re excited to welcome Andrew Menter, Founder and CEO of Physmodo, to In The Zone. Andrew’s journey embodies resilience and innovation, from competing as a state tennis champion and Ironman athlete to transforming the fitness industry with Physmodo’s cutting-edge movement assessments. His expertise in leveraging computer vision technology has set a new standard for fast, objective, and repeatable evaluations that empower coaches and athletes to achieve peak performance and sta...
Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the Harada Method, a powerful approach to setting and achieving goals, designed to help anyone—whether athletes, coaches, or business leaders—reach their fullest potential. Created by Takashi Harada and used by high achievers like Shohei Ohtani, the method encourages setting one ambitious “North Star” goal supported by actionable daily routines and accountability.We explore how to break down big goals using the Open Window 64 Chart, a tool that orga...
Send us a textThis episode delves into the study “The Role of the Lead Hip in Collegiate Baseball Pitching,” examining connections between hip rotation, ball velocity, and elbow movement in college pitchers. Using a motion capture system with 99 athletes, the study highlights a potential link between lead hip mechanics and pitching performance but stops short of fully addressing injury risk complexities.The discussion critiques the study’s oversimplified injury-risk assessment, pointing out t...
Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the powerful role of self-talk in building confidence and achieving goals, from young athletes to seasoned pros. Positive self-talk is emphasized as a tool for resilience, with tips on limiting negative self-talk after setbacks and moving forward constructively. Techniques include affirmations like “I’m the greatest” and “I’ve done this before,” as well as breathing exercises like “inhale confidence, exhale doubt” to stay focused under pressure.Listen...
Send us a textIn this episode, Steven Webster discusses ASENSEI's cutting-edge approach to integrating AI, motion capture, and movement recognition into sports coaching. He reflects on his team’s background in technology and martial arts, highlighting their experience in building entrepreneurial skills through sports. Webster dives into the challenges of coaching athletes remotely, detailing how ASENSEI's technology helps coaches bridge the gap by offering personalized, data-driven feedback w...
Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the evolving world of baseball catching and the techniques reshaping the position. As the World Series approaches, catchers like Wells and Smith are challenging traditional methods with modern stances and strategies.We dive into the history of catching techniques and how changes in gear have influenced play. The episode also highlights statistical insights into blocking and catching runners, along with the shift in focus toward handling the running ga...
Send us a textJeremy Koenig shares his journey from aspiring baseball player to DNA expert, recounting pivotal moments like hitting a game-winning home run and facing an arm injury at 15. His passion for sports transitioned into a deeper interest in DNA and human performance. Overcoming personal challenges, he pursued a PhD at Cornell, focusing on performance genetics and injury prevention. Jeremy’s entrepreneurial ventures, including founding a company that analyzes athlete DNA, aim to reduc...
Send us a text In this Mental Minute episode, dive into the saga of 'The Showman and the Steadfast,' two baseball legends whose contrasting lives shaped an era. One, a larger-than-life figure, fueled his days with towering breakfasts, whiskey, and wild nights; the other, a paragon of discipline, started with oatmeal and relentless dedication. Explore how their habits—chaos versus order—crafted iconic legacies without one path being 'right.' Join us for a quick, thought-provoking journey into ...
