Episode 296 – Gus Cooke - The Adventures

Episode 296 –  Gus Cooke  -  The Adventures

In this conversation, Jonny BBad and Gus Cooke discuss Gus's journey from grassroots coaching to becoming a successful online coach in the powerlifting community. They explore the evolution of coaching, the importance of communication, the impact of social media, and the role of velocity-based training in enhancing performance. Gus shares insights on injuries, recovery, and the significance of travel in personal development. The discussion also touches on future aspirations in education and the challenges of balancing coaching with personal goals.

Guest – Gus Cooke

Socials - https://www.instagram.com/gus_cooke/?hl=en

Host – Jonny “B Bad”

Contact – Jonnybbad@badcoach.com.au

Socials - https://www.instagram.com/jonny_bbad/

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Background

02:31Transitioning to Online Coaching

05:26The Journey into Powerlifting

07:52Coaching Philosophy and Lessons Learned

10:49Nutrition in Powerlifting

13:26Injuries and Recovery

16:10The Impact of Social Media on Coaching

18:45The Shift to Online Coaching During COVID

21:20Communication in Coaching

23:52Velocity-Based Training and Its Importance

31:15The Balance of Fatigue and Training Precision

32:41Velocity-Based Training: A Game Changer

36:07The Role of Data in Coaching Decisions

37:56Traveling as a Path to Personal Growth

41:36The Digital Nomad Lifestyle

45:52Future Aspirations in Coaching and Education

56:52Lunch and Closing Thoughts