Mighty Oak Athletic

In this episode, we break down what creatine is, why student athletes think they need supplements, and how nutrition, training, and sleep can give you all the creatine you need. We discuss weekly mea…

Dive into the essay “The Mentors Behind Mighty Oak Athletic.” Join Coach Mike as he reflects on the legendary figures who shaped his coaching philosophy, including Pavel Tsatsouline, Dan John, and Ma…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic Podcast, we dive into the power of efficient, movement-based training with the Mighty Oak Athletic One-Minute Training Program. We’ll discuss the benefits o…

In this episode, we dive into why self-care is the foundation of true support for student athletes. Join us as we unpack the surprising benefits of prioritizing your own health and well-being to be t…

In this Mighty Oak Athletic Podcast episode, we dive into the impact of modern comfort and the Snow Plow Parenting trend on resilience and strength. Join us as we explore why avoiding discomfort may …

In this episode, we dive into the power of Vitamin D for building immunity and enhancing athletic performance. Join us as we discuss how Vitamin D supports student athletes in fighting off colds, flu…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic Podcast, we dive into the power of food choices for student athlete performance and long-term health. Inspired by Michael Pollan’s thought-provoking questio…

In this episode, we dive into the importance of taking immediate action to start living a healthier lifestyle. We discuss why waiting for the “perfect time” often leads to procrastination and how mak…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic Podcast, we dive into the concept of “embracing the suck” and how it can transform student athlete performance and long-term health. We’ll discuss how makin…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic podcast, we dive into the importance of sourcing high-quality meat for student athlete performance and family health. We’ll explore how choosing nutrient-ri…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic podcast, we dive into the underrated power of sleep for student athletes and their parents. Join us as we explore 10 simple, actionable strategies to improv…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic podcast, we dive into the benefits and challenges of fasting for student athletes. We explore how compressing the eating window can improve performance, rec…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic Podcast, we dive into the importance of focusing on food quality over calorie counting. We’ll explore how clean, nutrient-dense foods can fuel student athle…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic Podcast, we dive into how student athletes and their parents can break through workout ruts by joining a Training Tribe. We’ll discuss how these intentional…

In this episode, we discuss how student athletes and their parents can achieve lasting sports performance and health by focusing on long-term goals, consistency, and the Minimum Effective Dose approa…

In this episode, we dive into the powerful concept of long-term success in both student athlete sports performance and health for parents. Inspired by the essay “Think About a Race,” we explore how m…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic Podcast, we dive into our latest essay titled “Would You Hire a Plumber to Do Your Taxes?” where we explore the importance of hiring a professional strength…

In this episode, we dive into the powerful concept that preparation beats discipline, especially for student-athletes balancing school, sports, and life. Inspired by Navy SEAL Jocko Willink’s book Di…

In this episode of the Mighty Oak Athletic Podcast, we explore how small changes in daily routines, like walking to the bus stop, can help build grit and resilience in kids. We discuss why embracing …

In this episode, we dive into the importance of building a culture of strength for student athletes. We discuss how consistent strength training enhances sports performance and reduces the risk of in…