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Training Well Done

Aloha! I'm Donald Robinson, Coach Donald to many. If you are a runner, athlete or just someone who wants to know how to train better and get more out of your hard work, this is for you. In a fun demeanor, with short stories to tell, you will learn the why, what, and how, of good training.

I own and operate Global Human Performance in Pittsburgh PA where I train a number of youth and adult runners, various sport athletes, and non athletes. I hold a Master's Degree in Exercise Science. I'm also a HS and club track and field coach.

Let's learn, have fun, and get better!

Learn more at our website:
www.ghperformance.com

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Fitness Education Sports Running Health & Fitness
Update frequency
every 11 days
Average duration
31 minutes
Episodes
75
Years Active
2020 - 2024
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40 is the new 20: Running Edition w/ Jen Bigham

40 is the new 20: Running Edition w/ Jen Bigham

Join me on this interview with my friend, Jen Bigham, @localelite about her running journey. Jen was a very talented HS running and yet has found herself running at her best after having kids and ha…

00:53:32  |   Tue 14 Sep 2021
What Speed Training Really Is

What Speed Training Really Is

In this episode, I talked about what speed training really is and its 3 important elements. I also explained what max velocity and acceleration is and how speed training is different for each type of…

00:14:50  |   Wed 04 Aug 2021
Tips for Managing Your Bad Mood and Performance

Tips for Managing Your Bad Mood and Performance

Negative mindset can really affect your performance as an athlete. In this episode, I talk about the three things that I do to get out of the rut, manage my bad mood, and boost my performance. 

0:41 -…

00:18:54  |   Thu 29 Jul 2021
Balancing Front and Back

Balancing Front and Back

Balanced training will keep you from getting hurt and avoid injury. Here’s a rule of thumb - when you push, you also need to pull. In this episode, I talk about the importance of balancing front and …

00:30:31  |   Wed 14 Jul 2021
4 Tips to Train Multiple Times Per Day

4 Tips to Train Multiple Times Per Day

Summertime is here and many athletes ramp up their training to 2 & 3 workouts and practices per day! 

This can be great if done properly, but hindering if handled poorly. 


In this episode, I share with…

00:31:01  |   Fri 09 Jul 2021
Eccentric Training for Eccentric Results

Eccentric Training for Eccentric Results

If there's one method of training I love, it's eccentric work! On this episode, learn what eccentric training is and how you can best utilize it to get great results from your training!

Check out my …

00:12:14  |   Mon 28 Jun 2021
The 4 Keys for a Mindful Athlete w/ Coach Khyla

The 4 Keys for a Mindful Athlete w/ Coach Khyla

On this episode, our awesome coach here at GHP, Khyla Freeman, shares her 4 Keys of Mindfulness that are embedded in how she coaches. Often, athletes find themselves in their own way.

Coach Khyla i…

00:55:15  |   Mon 21 Jun 2021
Using Your Arms to Set Pace & Speed

Using Your Arms to Set Pace & Speed

I recently ran my first half marathon race! What helped me get through and run my best time over 13.1 miles?

My arms!

Being able to focus on the right things while running can really help you with …

00:25:02  |   Mon 24 May 2021
Returning to Ultimate (Frisbee): Jumping

Returning to Ultimate (Frisbee): Jumping

Part 2 of my returning to play series for Ultimate.

4:38 - The main risk of jumping: landing

9:08 - How to Train for Landing Jumps

17:58 - How to Improve Your Jumping Ability

Exercises for improving ju…

00:25:26  |   Sun 16 May 2021
Returning to Ultimate (Frisbee): Cutting

Returning to Ultimate (Frisbee): Cutting

Part 1 of my several part series on returning to play ultimate frisbee. In this first part, I will discuss 3 important things you can do to start working on cutting and adding it to your training.

00:08:16  |   Tue 11 May 2021
Are You Training Enough?

Are You Training Enough?

How much training is enough, too much, or not enough? I’ve noticed some consistencies in the time I've spent training over the years based on how much I see young athletes training.  I find some athl…

00:22:41  |   Mon 26 Apr 2021
Being All-Pro w/ Max Sheppard

Being All-Pro w/ Max Sheppard

Learn about, Pittsburgh Thunderbird, Max Sheppard's training. He is an American Ultimate Disc League MVP finalist and All-Star game MVP. Max plays professional ultimate frisbee and has a serious love…

00:57:04  |   Tue 23 Mar 2021
Sport Nutrition Pt 2: When to Eat & How Much to Drink

Sport Nutrition Pt 2: When to Eat & How Much to Drink

Part 2 of GHP's sport nutrition seminar! On this episode I primarily cover when an athlete should eat and all about hydration. I also go over supplements in this episode.

1:15 a story about a kid ne…

00:35:59  |   Tue 16 Mar 2021
Sport Nutrition Pt 1: Fueling to Compete & Train Hard

Sport Nutrition Pt 1: Fueling to Compete & Train Hard

This is from a seminar I gave recently. This is part one and will cover macronutrients (carbs, protein, fat) & micronutrients. This is a must listen for a youth athlete and anyone who trains and gu…

00:42:23  |   Sat 06 Mar 2021
Average of the Best w/ Dr. Marcel Minutolo

Average of the Best w/ Dr. Marcel Minutolo

On this episode I was joined by colleague, friend, and client, Dr. Marcel Minutolo. Among many things, Marcel is an ultramarathoner. Yes, one of those crazy people!

On this episode we discuss his t…

01:01:53  |   Wed 24 Feb 2021
Muscle Don't Mean Sh*t if it Don't Move

Muscle Don't Mean Sh*t if it Don't Move

For this episode, I brought on Farooq Al Said, a training partner of mine who has helped me with rethinking some of how I handle my own training. Having a martial arts background and a very playful a…

01:14:11  |   Fri 12 Feb 2021
Stretching Before Training

Stretching Before Training

Ahh, the modern age old question: should I do static or dynamic stretching before my workout?

In short, you should always do a dynamic warm prior to training.

But what actually is warming up? And mor…

00:20:47  |   Tue 02 Feb 2021
2 Big Reasons Athletes Need an Off-season

2 Big Reasons Athletes Need an Off-season

Welcome back! On this episode I will be discussing why athletes need a true off-season from intense competition and training. Some athletes compete at a high level in their sport all year and wonde…

00:36:13  |   Tue 26 Jan 2021
The Importance of Listening to Your Body w/ Toni Kengor

The Importance of Listening to Your Body w/ Toni Kengor

Joining me today is Toni Kengor Co-founder and coach of Relentless Runners, a running coaching company helping runners across the country get more from their running. 

Today we discuss how to better l…

00:42:35  |   Thu 24 Dec 2020
Your Core Isn't Just Your Stomach

Your Core Isn't Just Your Stomach

If you live on planet Earth you've undoubtedly heard your core referred to as your stomach. While it's not entirely false, it's far from the whole truth.

Your abs being your core is akin to a square …

00:30:18  |   Thu 17 Dec 2020
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