Ep. 1: Mastering the Basics: Inside Alena Luciani's Approach to Athletic Development

In this episode, I am joined by Alena Luciani, a strength and conditioning coach and founder of Training2XL. We dive deep into the world of strength and conditioning, particularly focusing on its importance in high school and college athletics. From discussing the transition from high school to college sports to addressing misconceptions in the field, Alena emphasizes the significance of qualifications, credible sources, and foundational movements in athletic development. We explore the nuances of creating effective training plans, the role of compound lifts, and our approach to strength training, offering valuable insights for athletes of all levels.

Show notes:

• Importance of Strength and Conditioning in High School and College

• Transitioning from High School to College Athletics

• The Role of Strength and Conditioning in Athletic Development

• The Importance of Qualifications and Credible Sources

• Needs Analysis and Assessments

• Creating a Yearly Training Plan

• Sequence of Events in Training Program

• Free Weights vs Machines

• Approach to Core Training

• Advice to Younger Athletes

Links to the Episode! (Available on all platforms)

Connect with the Alena:

• Instagram: @training2xl.

• Website: training2xl.com

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Episode 2 is also available. However, this is a live in-person recording I did last year before starting work on the podcast. Due to this, the audio is not quite as loud/clear. I still wanted to upload it in the hope that the information provided is helpful!

Have a great day,

Liam