In these episodes of The Kids Table podcast, Cal Dietz dives deep into his groundbreaking training practices and the philosophies that shaped his programs. From the inspiration behind his methods to why athletes consistently return with the same intensity, Cal shares candid insights into the mindset and science of performance. He challenges the coaching community to stop pointing fingers at one another and instead focus on collaboration—an approach that shines through in his innovative ACL program, where he breaks down both the root causes of injuries and effective strategies for prevention. The conversation takes on new energy when Nashville’s Justin Todd, Houston’s Dose Khan, and MLB strength and conditioning coach Stephanie Mock Grubbs call in with their toughest coaching questions, sparking a dynamic Q&A. Together with hosts Gunnar Peterson, Luke Milton, and Jen Widerstrom, Cal unpacks everything from the overlooked role of the foot in athletic performance to the evolution of his Triphasic Training method, refined through decades of trial and error. The episode doesn’t shy away from the realities of coaching in today’s world—navigating online criticism, the rise of social media trainers, and the constant push to rethink injury prevention from ACLs to Achilles tears. Packed with practical wisdom, raw honesty, and plenty of humor, this conversation is equal parts mentorship and roundtable, offering listeners the kind of straight talk by Cal Dietz.
