032 - Dominique Robinson - Faith and perseverance are crucial

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Walking on with Chris Cavalaris

Christopher Cavalaris

48 episodes

2 days ago

Whats up! Life is hard, weird and full of uncertainty…. I know I don’t have the answers to it. I’m going to ask the questions that hopefully bring some clarity.

Health & Fitness

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Whats up! Life is hard, weird and full of uncertainty…. I know I don’t have the answers to it. I’m going to ask the questions that hopefully bring some clarity.

Health & Fitness

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032 - Dominique Robinson - Faith and perseverance are crucial

Walking on with Chris Cavalaris

1 hour 4 minutes 47 seconds

1 year ago

032 - Dominique Robinson - Faith and perseverance are crucial

SummaryIn this conversation, Dominique Robinson, a former college wide receiver turned NFL defensive end, discusses his journey and experiences in the NFL. He shares the challenges and adjustments he faced when transitioning from wide receiver to defensive end, including the mental and physical aspects of playing in the trenches. Dominique also talks about the importance of technique, the speed of the NFL game, and the mindset required to excel as a defensive end. He highlights the significance of recovery and nutrition in maintaining peak performance and discusses his training with Q, a renowned trainer for NFL athletes. In this conversation, Dominique Robinson discusses his experience working with a trainer, his offseason schedule, advice for young players, the importance of versatility, staying committed and loyal, and the role of faith and perseverance in his journey.Takeaways

Working with a knowledgeable trainer can help improve performance and strength
Having a structured offseason schedule is important for maintaining fitness and preparing for the upcoming season
Young players should work hard, listen to their coaches, and be versatile in order to succeed
Staying committed and loyal to a team can lead to long-term success
Faith and perseverance are crucial in overcoming challenges and achieving goals

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Background

01:31 - Transition from Wide Receiver to Defensive End

03:04 - Challenges and Adjustments as a Defensive End

05:05 - Experience at the NFL Combine

07:38 - Transitioning to the Speed of the NFL

09:03 - The Importance of Technique in the NFL

10:36 - Learning the Playbook and Adjusting to the NFL Game

12:21 The Mental Battle of Playing Defensive End

14:46The Physicality of the NFL Game

17:48The Mindset and Physicality of Playing in the Trenches

20:24 - The First NFL Game Experience

22:20 - The Reactive Nature of Playing Defensive End

25:20 - The Importance of Recovery and Routine

30:50 - Daily Routine and Nutrition

35:27 - Importance of Recovery and Massage Therapy

40:05 - Training with Q and Elevating the Game

42:07Working with a Trainer

45:07 - Offseason Schedule

47:23 - Advice for Young Players

51:40Importance of Versatility

56:06 Staying Committed and Loyal

01:01:57 Faith and Perseverance