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MMA is one of the most physically demanding sports in the world, requiring elite strength, endurance, and adaptability. In this episode of Finding Small Wins, Adam sits down with Dr. Austin Schoen, a sports chiropractor and performance coach specializing in combat sports. Together, they break down the science of MMA training, including how the UFC Performance Institute is revolutionizing fighter preparation with data-driven strength & conditioning strategies.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The difference between strength training for grapplers vs. strikers
How heart rate zones change based on training modality (running vs. biking vs. swimming)
The biggest predictor of injury in MMA fighters
How elite fighters manage year-round training cycles
Why movement efficiency matters more than textbook technique

If you want to improve your own training and recovery strategies, this episode is a must-listen!

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In this episode of Finding Small Wins, Adam sits down with Brady Howe, a seasoned expert in sports medicine and performance training, to unpack his career spanning from the G-League to the NBA and back to college athletics. Brady’s journey is one of resilience, adaptability, and hard-earned wisdom—from driving team buses in the minor leagues to leading NBA health and performance strategies.

Adam and Brady dive deep into:

• The evolution of sports performance from college to pro leagues
• How networking (done right) can shape career opportunities
• The realities of working in the NBA, G-League, and college athletics
• How NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) is reshaping college sports
• The impact of mental performance and sports psychology on rehab

Brady also shares his biggest lessons learned in leadership, burnout, and career pivots—offering invaluable advice for young professionals in sports performance, strength & conditioning, and athletic training.

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In this episode of Finding Small Wins, host Adam Loiacono sits down with Charles Ashford, Director of Performance Nutrition for the Dallas Mavericks, to uncover how elite athletes optimize their nutrition for performance, recovery, and longevity. From his early career at Texas Tech University to managing the nutritional needs of NBA players, Charles shares his journey and philosophy.

This conversation covers the groundbreaking Quadrant Nutrition system, which segments fueling strategies into Adapt, Perform, Prime, and Recover phases. Charles provides practical advice for adapting nutrition to daily demands and emphasizes the importance of flexibility in meal planning. He also discusses how dietary trends like collagen supplementation and plant-based eating have evolved, and how to navigate their complexities.

Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, professional athlete, or someone looking to optimize your health, Charles offers invaluable insights into building sustainable nutrition strategies. You’ll learn how to implement small, actionable upgrades that make a significant impact.

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