Episodios

  • EP #133 The Winning Adjustments That Took Tania Moreno to the Olympics
    Mar 15 2025

    In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, hosts Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner welcome Tania Moreno, an Olympic beach volleyball player representing Spain and a senior at TCU. They discuss Tania's journey to the Olympics, the challenges of balancing college and elite sports, and the differences in coaching styles between her experiences in Spain and at TCU. The conversation also delves into the technical aspects of beach volleyball, particularly the importance of handsetting and how it impacts gameplay. In this conversation, Tania Moreno discusses various aspects of beach volleyball, focusing on setting techniques, strength and conditioning, pre-tournament preparation, serving strategies, and defensive tactics. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the nuances of setting, the role of strength training in injury prevention, and the mindset required for aggressive serving and effective defense. Tania shares her personal experiences and insights, providing valuable tips for aspiring volleyball players.

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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Beach Volleyball and Upcoming Events
    05:07 Tania Moreno's Olympic Journey
    09:59 Balancing College and Olympic Aspirations
    15:02 Coaching Styles: Spain vs. TCU
    19:52 The Importance of Handsetting in Beach Volleyball
    27:18 Understanding Setting Techniques
    28:25 Strength and Conditioning for Beach Volleyball
    31:10 Pre-Tournament Preparation and Training Regimen
    36:19 Aggressive Serving Mindset
    44:07 Defensive Strategies and Mindset

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    50 m
  • EP #132 STATS! Most Important Beach Volleyball Stats and Easy Ways To Track Them
    Mar 8 2025

    Summary In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik discusses essential statistics for improving beach volleyball performance. He emphasizes the importance of tracking passing, serving, setting, and attacking percentages to identify areas for improvement. Mark also shares success stories from his coaching sessions and provides details about upcoming camps and coaching opportunities for players looking to enhance their skills. The conversation highlights the significance of community engagement and the resources available for players at all levels.

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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Stats in Beach Volleyball
    02:44 Upcoming Camps and Coaching Opportunities
    04:51 Understanding Passing and Serving Stats
    10:43 Tracking Setting Performance
    21:57 Analyzing Side Out and Attacking Percentages
    29:34 Community Engagement and Future Classes

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    32 m
  • EP #131 The Importance of Passing Fundamentals in Beach Volleyball
    Mar 2 2025

    In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner discuss various aspects of volleyball training, focusing on passing techniques, building strength and stability, and the importance of simplicity in performance. They share insights from their coaching experiences and emphasize the significance of trusting the process in athlete development. In this conversation, Brandon Joyner and Mark Burik discuss various techniques and drills for improving beach volleyball skills, particularly focusing on passing. They emphasize the importance of simplifying movements, understanding ball energy, maintaining balance, and the significance of footwork. The discussion also covers the role of anticipation in passing and the necessity of establishing a strong passing platform. Throughout the conversation, they share practical drills and coaching tips to help players enhance their performance on the sand.

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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Overview of Training Programs
    06:00 Passing Techniques and Fundamentals
    10:13 Building Strength and Stability in Passing
    15:05 Trusting the Process in Volleyball
    20:06 Simplicity in Technique and Performance
    21:44 Simplifying Skills for Better Performance
    25:02 Understanding Ball Energy and Passing Techniques
    28:51 The Importance of Balance and Footwork
    32:25 Drills for Enhancing Passing Skills
    36:11 The Role of Anticipation in Passing
    39:52 Building a Strong Passing Platform

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    46 m
  • EP #130 Mastering Vision in Beach Volleyball
    Feb 20 2025

    In this conversation, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner discuss the importance of vision in beach volleyball, focusing on how players can improve their ability to read the defense and make quick decisions while attacking. They also touch on team development at Better at Beach, sharing insights on hiring and coaching strategies. The discussion includes practical tips for enhancing players' offensive skills and decision-making processes, culminating in an invitation to join their comprehensive training courses.

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    Timestamps

    00:00 Introduction to Vision in Beach Volleyball
    07:33 Hiring and Team Development at Better at Beach
    14:13 Understanding Attacking Strategies
    21:03 Key Tips for Improving Vision
    34:40 Final Thoughts and Course Offerings

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    41 m
  • EP#129 Biggest Mistakes in Beach Volleyball Careers
    Feb 12 2025

    In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner discuss the top mistakes they made during their beach volleyball careers. They emphasize the importance of consistent coaching, health and nutrition, and the dynamics of teamwork. The conversation also touches on the pitfalls of chasing cheap sponsorships and the need for players to focus on their own development rather than external validation.

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    Timestamps:

    00:00 Welcome Back and Introduction to Mistakes
    09:50 The Importance of Consistent Coaching
    19:53 Health, Nutrition, and Recovery
    29:39 Partner Dynamics and Teamwork
    33:55 Final Thoughts on Sponsorships and Growth

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    35 m
  • EP #128 The Importance of Nutrition in Performance with Corinne Quiggle
    Feb 6 2025

    In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, host Mark Burik interviews professional volleyball player Corinne Quiggle. They discuss Corinne's preseason training regimen, her recovery from hip surgery, and the importance of nutrition in her performance. Corinne shares her experience with genome testing to optimize her diet and how she manages her nutrition during training and competition. The conversation also touches on the significance of film analysis for self-improvement and injury management strategies.

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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Corinne Quiggle and Preseason Goals
    03:08 Training Regimen and Injury Recovery
    06:04 The Importance of Nutrition in Performance
    08:52 Film Analysis and Self-Coaching
    11:56 Nutrition Journey and Genome Testing
    18:51 Diet Adjustments and Performance Optimization
    30:08 Conclusion and Future Updates

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    35 m
  • EP #127 How To Maximize Your Volleyball Performance
    Jan 30 2025

    In this conversation, Mark Burik outlines a structured approach to fitness and performance improvement for volleyball players. He introduces a yearly challenge that includes setting personal records (PRs) and emphasizes the importance of tracking progress. Mark discusses common mistakes athletes make in their training, such as not testing their abilities, focusing too much on workouts rather than skill practice, and the importance of community engagement in achieving fitness goals. He encourages participants to join challenges and share their progress to foster a supportive environment.

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    Timestamps:

    00:00Introduction to the Yearly Challenge 10:09Setting Performance Records (PRs) 20:02Training for Volleyball: Key Mistakes to Avoid 30:07Engagement and Community Building
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    44 m
  • EP #126 Top 10 Mistakes Every Volleyball Player Should Avoid
    Jan 24 2025

    In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik discusses the top 10 workout mistakes that volleyball players should avoid. Drawing from his extensive experience as a professional beach volleyball player and a certified strength and conditioning specialist, he emphasizes the importance of proper warmups, mobility, recovery, technique, and nutrition. Mark provides actionable tips to enhance performance and prevent injuries, encouraging players to adopt a holistic approach to their training.

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    Timestamps :

    00:00 Introduction to Beach Volleyball Training Mistakes
    04:10 The Importance of Warmups and Mobility
    08:42 Neglecting Rotational Power and Recovery
    12:52 The Role of Technique and Sport-Specific Training
    17:39 Consistency in Training and Nutrition
    21:20 Final Thoughts and Resources for Improvement

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    24 m