<p>Summary<br><br>In this episode of the Central Virginia Sport Performance Podcast, host Jay DeMayo welcomes Leo Stern, a rising strength coach in college basketball. Leo shares his journey from Tokyo to the U.S., detailing his passion for the weight room and how it led him to coaching. He discusses his experiences at various institutions, the importance of building relationships with players and staff, and his evolving philosophy on warm-ups and training. Leo emphasizes the significance of creating a positive environment and adapting to the needs of his athletes, while also reflecting on the collaborative nature of modern coaching. The conversation concludes with Leo's insights on the future of coaching and the importance of mentorship.<br><br>Takeaways<br><br>Leo Stern's journey from Tokyo to coaching in the U.S.<br>The importance of building relationships with players and staff.<br>Adapting training programs to meet individual athlete needs.<br>Creating a positive and fun environment in the weight room.<br>The evolution of warm-up routines and their significance.<br>Understanding the balance between authority and collaboration in coaching.<br>The impact of NIL on the coach-player dynamic.<br>Learning from each coaching stop and its unique challenges.<br>The role of mentorship in professional development.<br>The future of coaching as a collaborative effort. <br><br>Chapters<br><br>00:00 Introduction to Leo Stern<br>00:57 Leo's Journey to Coaching<br>03:54 Lessons from Coaching Stops<br>05:45 Transitioning to Fordham University<br>07:55 Building Relationships with Players<br>11:50 Warm-Up Philosophy and Evolution<br>12:44 Weight Room Dynamics and Programming<br>14:56 Controlled Chaos in Training<br>19:51 The Future of Coaching and Collaboration<br>23:37 Reflections on Coaching Evolution<br>26:48 Closing Thoughts and Future Guests<br><br></p>