Polarized Training Pathway
In collaboration with Dr. Stephen Seiler, the “father of polarized training,” we have curated everything you need to know about the 80/20 training method.
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Coaching > Endurance Coaching
Profiles in Coaching: Franz Stampfl
You’ve heard of Roger Bannister, but do you know who coached him? Joe Friel profiles the legendary and successful Franz Stampfl.
What Makes a Successful Coach?
Joe Friel details the attributes and skills it takes to be a successful coach—and produce successful athletes.
Assess Your Coaching Expertise
Joe Friel introduces the eight skill sets and knowledge bases he believes are critical for becoming an effective coach.
Improve Your Interpersonal Skills
Joe Friel explains why people skills are the most important talent required to become an effective and successful coach, and how to improve them.
Extend Your Analytical Skills
Joe Friel details the ways in which coaches can identify strengths and weaknesses in movement patterns, motivation, and training execution.
Develop Your Planning Skills
Joe Friel explores the development of annual training plans, short-term plans, and matters beyond sport-specific workouts.
Hone Your Teaching Skills
Joe Friel explains the keys to becoming both a good coach and teacher, and taking ownership in an athlete’s progress.
Deepen Your Sport-Specific Knowledge
Joe Friel describes why it is so important for coaches to fully understand the unique demands of an athlete’s event.
Expand Your Sport Science Knowledge
Joe Friel explains the importance of having a broad understanding of exercise physiology, psychology, nutrition, and other science fields.
Upgrade Your Gear & Tech Knowledge
Joe Friel describes the evolution of sports tech, explains how to keep up with new advancements, and offers tips on improving technological knowledge.
Build Your Business Knowledge
Joe Friel explores one of the major stumbling blocks for coaches: creating and maintaining a profitable business.
2 // The How and Why of Coaching
Coaches often focus on methodology over philosophy. Your own path to coaching shapes both, and Joe Friel shows why it matters.
Profiles in Coaching: James “Doc” Counsilman
Joe Friel details the life and career of one of the most influential coaches in history, someone who redefined performance through science and innovation.
Why Do You Coach?
By understanding the people and events that shape you as a coach, you will be more aware of who you influence and how.
Own Your Role: Coaches Are Mentors, Teachers, and Role Models
Joe Friel explores the dynamics of the athlete-coach relationship and shows why every coach needs to be a teacher, role model, and teammate.
Coaching Philosophy vs. Methodology
Joe Friel leads a discussion among prominent coaches on the various coaching philosophies, methodologies, and styles.
Communicating Your Philosophy and Methodology
Identifying and explaining how you work with athletes is critical to growing your coaching business.
Case Study: Adapting Your Approach to the Athlete
Joe Friel describes a time when his coaching method and philosophy were put to the test—and how he recognized the challenge and refined his approach.