Boxing S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/boxing-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/ MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/ BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/ SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/ Trifecta Nutrition: https://trifectanutrition.llbyf9.net/3JoV0k (Code "liftbig40" for 40% off) SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guard SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts Joel Smith and James discuss the evolving landscape of strength and conditioning in athletic performance. They explore the importance of training the feet, the role of reactive training, and the debate between specific and general strength training. The conversation emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to athletic training, integrating various modalities and fostering engagement to enhance performance outcomes. They also touch on the significance of rotational training for sports and the value of boredom tolerance in training. Timestamps 0:00 The Evolution of Strength and Conditioning 02:43 The Importance of Foot Training 05:41 Reflexes and Athletic Performance 08:43 Training Dynamics and Session Structure 12:32 The Role of Recovery and Adaptation 15:48 The Impact of Game Context on Performance 33:18 The Importance of Warm-Up and Cool Down 40:33 Integrating Speed and Strength Training 45:11 General vs. Specific Strength Training 58:37 The Role of Rotation in Athletic Performance Joel's IG: https://www.instagram.com/justflysports Website: https://www.just-fly-sports.com/