Rocky Snyder, CSCSRock talks hockey strength & conditioning with Kevin Neeld, CSCS Boston Bruins Performance Coach.
TIME STAMPS 2:00 Working with the Boston Bruins 6:00 Gaining experience with the San Jose Sharks 9:00 Movement assessments with Boston Bruins 15:00 Individualizing routines for every player 20:00 Bulletproofing hockey players’ hips 23:15 Assessing the hip 26:00 Dealing with asymmetries 28:45 Go to moves for hockey players 33:00 Tweaking the lifts 40:30 Talking about the foot in the skate 45:45 Kevin’s top tools for conditioning 51:00 Kevin’s current pursuit of knowledge 54:45 How to connect with Kevin Neeld
S6:E1 Kevin Neeld, Boston Bruins Performance CoachRocky Snyder, CSCS2022-03-14 | Rock talks hockey strength & conditioning with Kevin Neeld, CSCS Boston Bruins Performance Coach.
TIME STAMPS 2:00 Working with the Boston Bruins 6:00 Gaining experience with the San Jose Sharks 9:00 Movement assessments with Boston Bruins 15:00 Individualizing routines for every player 20:00 Bulletproofing hockey players’ hips 23:15 Assessing the hip 26:00 Dealing with asymmetries 28:45 Go to moves for hockey players 33:00 Tweaking the lifts 40:30 Talking about the foot in the skate 45:45 Kevin’s top tools for conditioning 51:00 Kevin’s current pursuit of knowledge 54:45 How to connect with Kevin Neeld
TRAIN WITH ROCKY WORKOUT: Want to meet Rocky and get a private workout: rockysfitnesscenter.com INSTA: instagram.com/rockysfitnesssc FACEBOOK: Facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenterZelos Podcast S23:E11 Stephen DiLustro & San Jose SharksRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-09-14 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Stephen DiLustro, Director of Strength & Conditioning for the San Jose Sharks. The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS 5:00 9 seasons with the San Jose Sharks 13:00 New and improved training facility 16:00 Transitioning to Director of S&C 21:00 What to know about your players 23:30 A big toolbox 27:30 Forgetting about “sport-specific” 33:30 Become reciprocal 38:30 Versaclimbers and Reebok Trainers 41:30 Out of skates and barefoot 44:15 Rapid fire questions 49:00 Staying consistent
Elite athletes aren’t lacking motivation, but they can still have gaps in sports nutrition, fueling, hydration, and recovery.
Rocky Snyder talks with Ryann Thomison, sports nutritionist for the San Jose Sharks, about what NHL athletes may be missing when it comes to nutrition and performance.
Train hard. Fuel smarter.
#Shorts #ZelosPodcast #NHL #SportsNutrition #AthleteNutrition #PerformanceNutrition #Hockey #NHLNutrition #SportsPerformance #SanJoseSharksBuilding Better Athletes - Open ForumRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-09-09 | Sit in on an open forum discussion with Derrick Larkins, chairperson of the Basketball Special Interest Group (SIG) of the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and S&C Coach for the Washington Mystics, Erin Egelhoff, chairperson of the Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD) SIG, and Mat Herold, Sports Scientist for the San Jose Earthquakes. The moderator is Rocky Snyder.The Missing Piece in Your Health | Rocky Snyder | Zelos PodcastRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-09-08 | What if feeling your best requires more than just nutrition?
Rocky Snyder sits down with Ryann Thomison, sports nutritionist for the San Jose Sharks and founder of Soul Mission Nutrition, to talk about the connection between nutrition, movement, and mindset.
Ryann shares how her own experiences with athletics, digestive discomfort, and struggles around food shaped her mission: helping people feel better in their bodies and overcome challenges through a more complete approach to health.
Sometimes, it’s not about being perfect. It’s about finding what helps you feel your best...period.
#Shorts #ZelosPodcast #SportsNutrition #Nutrition #Mindset #Movement #Wellness #PerformanceNutritionS23:E10 Ryann Thomison, RD & San Jose SharksRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-09-07 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Ryann Thomison, sports nutritionist for the San Jose Sharks. The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS 3:00 Ryann Thomison’s interest in nutrition 11:00 The road to the San Jose Sharks 23:00 Nutritional gaps in professional athletes 27:45 Nutritional must-haves 30:30 Cooking classes for the team 37:30 Monitoring fueling metrics 40:15 Adjusting based on ice time 43:30 Implementing immune packs 46:15 Rapid fire questions 51:00 Ryann’s professional services and business
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
Rocky Snyder breaks down the subtle movement patterns he notices, from the foot and ankle to the knee, hip, and arm swing, and why these observations can lead to better questions about movement.
Watch closely. What do you see?
👇 Comment below with your observations.
#Shorts #MovementAssessment #GaitAnalysis #HumanMovement #FunctionalMovement #Mobility #StrengthAndConditioning #SportsPerformanceS23:E9 Perform Better PresentersRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-31 | Rocky Snyder and Joshua Haag pose a question to several Perform Better Presenters. The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS 3:00 Vince Gabrielle 8:30 Todd Durkin 13:35 Sarah Fischer-Reynolds 19:35 Kerry Taylor 24:00 Dr. Greg Rose 32:30 Corey Smallwood 38:20 Charlie Weingroff 40:40 Brian Nguyễn 42:45 Gray Cook 44:10 Ali Gilbert
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
Rocky Snyder catches up with Nick Shedd, Head Strength Coach for the Boston Red Sox and former podcast guest, to talk shop, reconnect, and take in the game.
Good people, great conversations, and a pretty incredible view of the game.
#YouTubeShorts #StrengthAndConditioning #StrengthCoach #SportsPerformance #BostonRedSox #Baseball #CoachingSTOP Counting Macros Like This | Zelos Podcast | Rocky SnyderRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-26 | Are macro percentages actually useful for endurance athletes?
According to Kristen Arnold, RDN, Sports Dietitian for USA Cycling, they can “go completely out the window” when your daily energy demands vary dramatically.
One day you might burn 2,000 calories. The next, 6,000. So why would your macro percentages stay the same?
Rocky Snyder sits down with Kristen to unpack how endurance athletes should think about fueling—and when macro percentages actually make sense.
🎙️ Watch the full episode on the Zelos Podcast for the complete conversation on endurance nutrition and performance.
#ZelosPodcast #SportsNutrition #EnduranceSports #Cycling #CyclingNutrition #SportsDietitian #EnduranceAthlete #AthleteNutrition #FuelingForPerformance #YouTubeShortsS23:E8 Kristen Arnold & USA CyclingRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-24 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Kristen Arnold, RDN, Sports Dietitian for USA Cycling.
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS 3:00 Kristen Arnold’s career path 7:00 Professional cycling background 9:15 Passion for nutrition 12:00 Time at Ohio State 16:00 USA Cycling 23:00 Nutritional big buckets 30:00 Macronutrients 33:40 Fueling elite female athletes 41:30 Relying on intuition 44:30 Keeping up with science 45:45 Rapid-fire question 49:00 Attention on protein
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
FACEBOOK: Facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenterWhy Trust Is Critical in High-Performance Healthcare | Rocky Snyder | Zelos PodcastRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-18 | When athletes don’t feel comfortable being honest with their medical team, everyone loses.
Scott Armistead, Director of Sports Medicine for Real Salt Lake, explains why trust and communication are critical and why the goal of the medical team is to help athletes stay on the field safely whenever possible.
🎙️ Watch the full Zelos Podcast episode for the complete conversation with Rocky Snyder and Scott Armistead.
#ZelosPodcast #SportsMedicine #RealSaltLake #Soccer #SportsPerformance #AthleteHealthS23:E7 Scott Armistead & Real Salt LakeRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-17 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Scott Armistead, Director of Sports Medicine for the Real Salt Lake soccer team. The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
3:30 Scott Armistead’s career path 7:00 U17 World Cup 9:30 Coming to America 12:00 Lessons learned at FC Cincinnati 14:30 Sharing big lessons from the Sounders 19:00 What Scott brings to Real Salt Lake 22:00 Past injuries determine future injuries 25:00 Addressing the individual athlete’s needs 33:00 Erroneous subjective outcomes 34:30 When do you know an athlete is ready to return 40:00 Boot fitting when there’s a problem 44:00 Concussions and the rehab process 48:00 Rapid fire questions 51:00 Post World Cup schedule 52:30 Sea level vs Utah S&C
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
3:30 Scott Armistead’s career path
7:00 U17 World Cup
9:30 Coming to America
12:00 Lessons learned at FC Cincinnati
14:30 Sharing big lessons from the Sounders
19:00 What Scott brings to Real Salt Lake
22:00 Past injuries determine future injuries
25:00 Addressing the individual athlete’s needs
33:00 Erroneous subjective outcomes
34:30 When do you know an athlete is ready to return
Dr. Don Chu explains how plyometrics became a cornerstone of his training philosophy and how it helped produce world-class high jump, long jump, and triple jump athletes.
The results told the story.
🎙️ Watch the full episode on the Zelos Podcast.
#ZelosPodcast #Plyometrics #SportsPerformance #TrackAndField #StrengthAndConditioning #DrDonChu #RockySnyderYour Posture Is Telling You How to Train | Rocky SnyderRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-12 | What can posture tell you about how someone should train?
Rocky Snyder breaks down how posture, compression, and movement patterns can provide valuable clues for mobility work, strength training, and smarter program design.
Watch the breakdown and start seeing movement in a whole new way.
#RockySnyder #PostureAnalysis #StrengthTraining #MovementAnalysis #ProgramDesign #Mobility #ShortsStrength Is the Foundation. Power Is the Expression. | Zelos PodcastRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-11 | Strength is the foundation. Power is the expression.
On the Zelos Podcast, Rocky Snyder sits down with legendary coach Dr. Don Chu to discuss plyometrics, complex training, and how athletes can turn strength into explosive power.
🎙️ Watch the full episode on the Zelos Podcast.
#ZelosPodcast #Plyometrics #StrengthTraining #PowerTraining #SportsPerformance #DrDonChu #RockySnyderS23:E6 Dr. Don Chu & PlyometricsRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-10 | Rocky Snyder sits down with a true legend in the field, Dr. Don. Chu. The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS: 5:30 “Father of Plyometrics” 6:30 1968 Olympics in Mexico City 9:00 Producing winning results 11:30 Hallmark moment 12:30 Jumping into Plyometrics 14:00 Cringe moments 15:30 The origin of Dr. Don Chu 20:00 Unfamiliar sport 24:00 Expanding plyos into rehab 25:00 Transitioning between strength and power 28:00 Child’s play 30:00 Vision of the NSCA 33:45 Collaborating with other organizations 37:00 Lessons from Eastern Europeans 40:30 Biggest learning lesson 42:00 Track & Field 43:30 Rapid-fire questions
In this YouTube Short, Rocky Snyder explains how simple observation can reveal valuable clues about movement. Instead of jumping to conclusions, he shows how noticing subtle patterns like: weight shifts, posture, and arm swing helps you ask better questions and build a smarter plan.
Watch closely. The body always leaves clues.
#Shorts #Movement #HumanMovement #Gait #Mobility #Fitness #StrengthTraining #ExerciseScience #RockySnyderMetrics & Mobility | FREE Webinar Replay | Rocky Snyder & Bobby AldridgeRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-04 | ...S23:E5 Nick Lewis & Seattle ReignRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-08-03 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Nick Lewis, performance analyst and sports scientist for the Seattle Reign. The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS: 3:30 Introducing Nick Lewis 10:00 Working at Nike World HQ 13:30 Getting better at measuring athletes 21:30 World Cup soccer 23:30 Sorting through data 38:00 SMO2 43:15 Large-sided games 46:30 Internal monitoring 49:00 Rapid-fire questions
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
Only 4 out of 10 children ages 6–12 participate in organized sports. So how do we make sure the other 60% develop a lifelong love of movement?
In this clip from the Zelos Podcast, Rocky Snyder and John Graham, Ph.D., CSCS, discuss why introducing physical activity at a young age is critical for improving health, building healthy habits, and enhancing quality of life.
#shorts #ZelosPodcast #YouthFitness #PhysicalActivity #Health #Wellness #Exercise #Fitness #Parenting #CoachingWhat Your Posture Reveals About Your Body | Rocky SnyderRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-30 | Can you spot muscle imbalances just by looking at someone's posture?
In this YouTube Short, Rock Snyder explains how resting posture can reveal patterns of compression, tension, and imbalance and why that matters when designing a training program.
Watch to the end to see how these observations can translate into smarter exercise selection.
#shorts #posture #fitness #mobility #strengthtraining #movement #RockSnyderExercise Isnt Punishment. Heres Why... | Rocky Snyder | Zelos PodcastRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-28 | "Working out is a privilege, not a punishment."
That one mindset shift can change the way we approach fitness forever.
In this clip from the Zelos Podcast, Rocky Snyder sits down with John Graham, Ph.D., CSCS, recipient of the NSCA Lifetime Achievement Award, to discuss why positive reinforcement, not guilt or shame, is the key to helping people build lasting exercise habits.
#shorts #ZelosPodcast #fitness #motivation #exercise #mindset #health #wellness #coaching #strengthandconditioningS23:E4 John Graham & Metabolic TrainingRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-27 | Rocky Snyder sits down with John Graham, Ph.D., CSCS, recipient of the NSCA Lifetime Achievement Award and Perform Better presenter. The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS: 3:00 Meet John Graham 9:00 Greatest evolutions in strength & conditioning 13:00 Lesson learned from years of service 16:30 Mentors 21:00 Fitness in the healthcare industry 32:00 Going for his Ph.D. 34:30 A constant for exceptional coaches 38:00 Perform Better Summit in Providence 43:00 Keeping phones out of weight rooms 52:00 John Graham’s Metabolic Training book
TRAIN WITH ROCKY WORKOUT: Want to meet Rocky and get a private workout: rfcsantacruz.com INSTA: instagram.com/rockysfitnesssc FACEBOOK: Facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenterZelos Podcast S23:E4 John Graham & Metabolic TrainingRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-27 | Rocky Snyder sits down with John Graham, Ph.D., CSCS, recipient of the NSCA Lifetime Achievement Award and Perform Better presenter.
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS:
3:00 Meet John Graham
9:00 Greatest evolutions in strength & conditioning
Ricky Scruggs shares a powerful mindset shift on why the best performers stop obsessing over results and start trusting the process. If you want to perform at your highest level, this perspective is a game changer.
#shorts #Mindset #SportsPerformance #HighPerformance #LeadershipS23:E3 Ricky Scruggs & Centerfield CoachingRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-20 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Ricky Scruggs, Life Performance Coach with Centerfield Coaching, and author of "The Champion Within" . The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS: 3:00 Who is Ricky Scruggs? 6:00 You can’t care too much 9:00 Be present 10:30 Defining success 14:30 Love is more powerful and enjoy the toughest opponent 17:00 The epiphany 26:00 Making an impact 28:00 Building trust 30:30 Mental toughness 35:00 The Champion Within 40:00 Working across all faiths 43:15 Rapid-fire questions 49:00 More about Ricky Scruggs
TRAIN WITH ROCKY WORKOUT: Want to meet Rocky and get a private workout: rfcsantacruz.com INSTA: instagram.com/rockysfitnesssc FACEBOOK: Facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenterZelos Podcast S23:E3 Ricky Scruggs & Life Performance CoachingRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-20 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Ricky Scruggs, Life Performance Coach with Centerfield Coaching, and author of "The Champion Within" .
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS:
3:00 Who is Ricky Scruggs?
6:00 You can’t care too much
9:00 Be present
10:30 Defining success
14:30 Love is more powerful and enjoy the toughest opponent
FACEBOOK: Facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenterThe 10-Second Test That Could Explain Your Pain | Rocky Snyder | Zelos PodcastRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-17 | Can you stand on one leg? It might reveal more about your movement than you think.
In this short from the Zelos Podcast, Rocky Snyder sits down with Tom Swales—ATC, physiotherapist, strength coach, and podcast host—to explain how compensations in movement can contribute to knee pain, low back pain, Achilles issues, and more.
Watch the full podcast for more insights on movement, performance, and injury prevention.
#Shorts #Movement #PhysicalTherapy #Fitness #InjuryPrevention #ZelosPodcastS23:E2 Tom Swales, ATC & Advanced Movement TherapyRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-13 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Tom Swales, ATC, physiotherapist, strength coach, and podcast host to talk about all things movement. The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS: 3:00 What is Advanced Movement Therapy 15:00 Conversing with colleagues 18:00 Primary job of the nervous system is survival 20:00 Hunting down root causes 30:30 Thalamic responses 36:00 Abandoned beliefs 37:20 Weak vs strong: is that reality? 42:00 Should we be dealing with pain? 47:00 Working with world’s strongest man 52:00 Tom’s work and other pursuits 56:00 Where in the world is Tim Swales?
TRAIN WITH ROCKY WORKOUT: Want to meet Rocky and get a private workout: rfcsantacruz.com INSTA: instagram.com/rockysfitnesssc FACEBOOK: Facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenterZelos Podcast S23:E2 Tom Swales, ATC & Advanced Movement TherapyRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-13 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Tom Swales, ATC, physiotherapist, strength coach, and podcast host to talk about all things movement.
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS:
3:00 What is Advanced Movement Therapy
15:00 Conversing with colleagues
18:00 Primary job of the nervous system is survival
Walking isn't just about getting from one place to another, it's one of the best windows into how the body has adapted over time. By observing movement with curiosity instead of jumping to conclusions, coaches and clinicians can ask better questions, perform better assessments, and create more effective exercise programs.
Watch the video to see what stands out and how a simple walk can reveal valuable movement clues.
What did you notice first?
#shorts #gaitanalysis #humanmovement #movementassessment #strengthandconditioning #fitness #physicaltherapy #exerciseGetting Cleared Doesnt Mean Youre Ready | Rocky Snyder | Zelos PodcastRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-07 | Getting an athlete back to play isn't just about being cleared—it's about making sure they're ready to perform.
In this Zelos Podcast Short, Rocky Snyder sits down with Tommy Otley, Lead Physical Therapist & Sports Science for the University of Miami Basketball programs, to discuss why progressive loading, skill development, and collaboration are essential for a successful return to competition.
#shorts #SportsPerformance #PhysicalTherapy #Basketball #SportsScience #ReturnToPlay #ZelosPodcastS23:E1 Tommy Otley & University of Miami BasketballRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-06 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Tommy Otley, Lead Physical Therapist and Sports Science for the University of Miami's Basketball programs . The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS: 3:30 Tommy Otley’s career path 6:30 Translation across athletics 8:00 Getting started with physical therapy 11:00 Really completing rehab 19:00 The coaches eye 21:30 Paralysis through analysis 28:00 Where you are at in the season 32:30 Not having a development team 34:45 Which injuries are the scariest 37:45 Game strategy and change in injury rate 40:30 NIL changing the college environment 43:30 Pressure cook trust in athletes 45:30 Rapid fire questions 48:30 Elite Basketball Conference in Las Vegas 51:00 Following Tommy Otley
TRAIN WITH ROCKY WORKOUT: Want to meet Rocky and get a private workout: rfcsantacruz.com INSTA: instagram.com/rockysfitnesssc FACEBOOK: Facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenterZelos Podcast S23:E1 Tommy Otley & University of Miami BasketballRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-06 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Tommy Otley, Lead Physical Therapist and Sports Science for the University of Miami's Basketball programs .
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
Coach Ian Ho, Associate Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Washington Mystics, explains why his answer might surprise you: right after the game.
In this Short, Ian breaks down how elite athletes can maximize recovery, maintain strength, and stay ready through a demanding game schedule by timing their training strategically.
Watch the full conversation with Rocky Snyder on the Zelos Podcast for more insights into strength & conditioning, recovery, and high-performance coaching.
#shorts #StrengthAndConditioning #SportsPerformance #Recovery #BasketballTraining #AthleteDevelopment #PerformanceCoaching #SportsScience #zelospodcastWhat Does This Mans Walk Reveal?Rocky Snyder, CSCS2026-07-01 | What can you learn about someone just by watching them walk?
More than you might think.
In this Short, I break down a real-world gait observation and share the questions I ask when assessing movement. The goal isn't to diagnose from a distance, it's to develop the observation skills that lead to better assessments, smarter programming, and more effective interventions.
Whether you're a strength coach, personal trainer, physical therapist, athletic trainer, or movement professional, learning to see movement differently can change the way you coach.
What was the first thing you noticed? Let me know in the comments.
#MovementAssessment #GaitAnalysis #StrengthCoach #ExerciseScience #HumanMovement #PerformanceTraining #ShortsThe Simplest Movement Test Is Often the Best | Rocky Snyder | Zelos PodcastRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-06-30 | Are movement assessments more complicated than they need to be?
In this Short, Coach Ian Ho, Associate Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Washington Mystics, shares why he prioritizes simple, real-world movement over lengthy screening protocols. From single-leg balance to foot stability, these foundational assessments can quickly reveal how an athlete moves and where they may need support.
If you're a strength coach, clinician, or athlete looking to improve performance, don't miss the full conversation with Rocky Snyder on the Zelos Podcast.
#shorts #StrengthAndConditioning #SportsPerformance #MovementAssessment #AthleteDevelopment #BasketballTraining #PerformanceCoaching #SportsScience #ZelosPodcastS22: E13 Ian Ho & Washington MysticsRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-06-29 | Rocky Snyder sits down with Coach Ian Ho, Associate S&C Coach for the Washington Mystics . The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS: 4:00 Ian Ho’s career path 11:00 Basketball in Taiwan 13:15 Getting to the Washington Mystics & the WNBA 17:30 Program design 20:00 Hitting the big buckets 22:30 Monitoring load management 33:15 What separates athletes 35:30 Selection of accessory lifts 40:30 Contacting the ground 42:45 Rapid fire questions 45:00 Asymmetries
The Zelos Podcast is all about the "pros behind the pros." Each week, Rocky interviews leading experts in strength & conditioning, sports medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy who work behind the scenes in leagues like the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NWSL.
Hosted by internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, new episodes drop every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS:
4:00 Ian Ho’s career path
11:00 Basketball in Taiwan
13:15 Getting to the Washington Mystics & the WNBA
FACEBOOK: Facebook.com/RockysFitnessCenterThe Easiest Way to Know if an Exercise Is Right for You | Rocky SnyderRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-06-26 | Your body gives you feedback after every exercise, are you paying attention?
In this Short, Rocky Snyder explains how simple movement tests like a toe touch can help determine whether an exercise is helping or creating more stress.
Want to learn more? Watch Rocky Snyder's full conversation with Gray Cook, DPT, on the Zelos Podcast for deeper insights into movement assessment, performance, and training smarter.
#ZelosPodcast #rockysnyder #MovementAssessment #FunctionalMovement #podcastshortsThis Changes How You Look at Mobility | Rocky Snyder | Zelos PodcastRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-06-23 | What if the problem isn't the tissue?
In this clip, Gray Cook, DPT, explains why movement limitations aren't always what they seem. Before jumping to treatment, corrective exercises, or mobility work, it may be worth asking a different question.
A simple shift in perspective can change everything.
#GrayCook #MovementAssessment #FunctionalMovement #PhysicalTherapy #StrengthCoach #PerformanceTraining #MovementMatters #FitnessEducation #ShortsS22:E12 Gray Cook & FMSRocky Snyder, CSCS2026-06-22 | Rock talks with Gray Cook, DPT, all about movement and more. Tune in and smash that subscribe button with authority! The Zelos Podcast is all about the “Pros behind the Pros.” Each weekly episode is an exploratory interview with the world’s leading experts in strength & conditioning, sport coaching, physical therapy, and athletic training. Hear how these professionals keep athletes in peak performance in the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and other elite level sports leagues worldwide. The host of Zelos is internationally recognized movement specialist and master trainer Rocky Snyder, CSCS. Episodes air every Monday at 9am EST / 6am PST.
TIME STAMPS 2:20 More on a paddleboard 5:00 How did the Functional Movement Screen come about? 10:00 Working with the fastest NFL running back 19:00 The new app for screening 22:00 Nonverbal assessments 28:00 If its not up, its down 30:00 Change tissue or tone 36:00 From the top down and from the bottom up 39:00 How much are you willing to miss? 45:00 Perform Better Training Summits 50:00 Gray Cook’s new app