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Performance Explored Project

Performance Explored Project

Vernon Griffith 13 Episodes Oct 9, 2026

The Performance Explored Project explores health and performance through conversations with leading experts in their fields. Each episode examines how specialists approach their niche and work to improve human health and performance. The show aims to be interactive, engaging, and driven by curiosity about the body and human potential.

Episodes

Exploring Unilateral Training and Sports Performance
Exploring Unilateral Training and Sports Performance Oct 9, 2026 3473 On todays episode of the Performance Explored Project we have the Assistant Athletic Director at Elon University, Dr. Nick DiMarco. Nick walks us through his 8 Vector System that he uses for Movement Prep, Strength Training, Plyometrics and Conditioning working every angle that an athlete will experience on the playing field. He also takes us through his thoughts on Accessories at the beginning of
Exploring SPRINTING and HIP MOBILITY with Joe Pedulla from Oklahoma University
Exploring SPRINTING and HIP MOBILITY with Joe Pedulla from Oklahoma University Sep 16, 2026 3887 On today's episode of the Performance Explored Project I have Joe Pedulla, Strength Coach from Oklahoma University. He takes me through his preparation for athletes for sprinting, how he programs exercises around sprint preparation, different athlete archetypes and how that should shape the exercises we use with their pelvis and preparing tissues through a full range of motion!THANK YOU for E
Exploring Movement Prep with Ashley Kowalewski from LSU
Exploring Movement Prep with Ashley Kowalewski from LSU Sep 4, 2026 4247 On today’s episode of the Performance Explored Project we have Strength and Conditioning Coach from LSU, Ashley Kowalewski. She takes us through her view of movement preparation starting with her reverse plank series then going up to the feet using isometric variations. She takes us through the value of incorporating partner work with core training and also a variation of Bulgarians Split Squat th
Exploring Eccentrics and Gymnastics with Anthony Cockrill from SMU
Exploring Eccentrics and Gymnastics with Anthony Cockrill from SMU Aug 20, 2026 3673 On this episode of the Performance Explored Project we have Anthony Cockrill, Director of Volleyball Sports Performance at Southern Methodist University. He takes us through his use of gymnastics in the weightroom for preparation and injury resiliency, long duration overcoming isometrics, 3 position yielding isometrics, sub max eccentrics and maximal effort eccentrics. This was teach tape on prepa
Exploring Hamstrings, Ankles and Quasi Isometrics with Tanner Care from the BC Lions
Exploring Hamstrings, Ankles and Quasi Isometrics with Tanner Care from the BC Lions Jul 30, 2026 3694 On todays episode of the Performance Explored Project I have Tanner Care, Director of Player Performance for the Vancouver Bandits and BC Lions. Tanner takes me through his Hip Assessment, Hamstring training approach, ankle preparation and the concept of Quasi Isometrics. This was a super fun episode and left me pretty sore but I had a blast. I hope you all enjoy it!THANK YOU for EXPLORING with us
Exploring Pass Rushing with NFL Legend Ryan Kerrigan
Exploring Pass Rushing with NFL Legend Ryan Kerrigan Jul 16, 2026 3112 On todays episode of the Performance Explored Project we have the ALL-TIME Leader in Sacks for the Washington Redskins, 4 Time Pro-Bowler and Walter Payton Man of the Year for the Redskins, Ryan Kerrigan. He takes me through his concepts of Pass Rushing not only as a player but now as a coach. This is a must watch episode and we are so thankful that Ryan came down to explore some movement with us!
Exploring Squat Progressions with Bri Brown from the University of Miami
Exploring Squat Progressions with Bri Brown from the University of Miami Jun 4, 2026 3513 This video is about BriOn this episode of the Performance Explored Project I have Bri Brown, Director of Sports Performance for Women’s Basketball at the University of Miami. Brianne takes me through her squat and unilateral training progressions, how she develops athletes through full-range strength training, and the systems she uses to individualize training within a team environment. We also di
Exploring Basketball Performance with Zack Zillner from The University of Miami
Exploring Basketball Performance with Zack Zillner from The University of Miami Jun 4, 2026 4091 EXPLORING BASKETBALL PERFORMANCE with ZACK ZILLNER - On this episode of the Performance Explored Project I have the Director of Sports Performance for Mens Basketball at the University of Miami. He takes me through his movement prep with Loaded Walks and Rotational Movements. Then how he integrates Positional Running Isometrics with workouts and how he connects the weight room to the basketball co
Exploring Plyometrics with Matt McInnis Watson
Exploring Plyometrics with Matt McInnis Watson Apr 2, 2026 2154 On today's episode of the Performance Explored Project I have Plyometric Expert, Matt Mcinnes Watson. He takes me through plyometric progressions, starting with patterns and then building with amplitude. We explore concepts of bilateral, unilateral and integrating creativity to plyometrics exploring in different movement planes. He also takes me through the intriguing concepts of Deep Tier Pl
Exploring Combatives with UFC Fighter Cole Miller
Exploring Combatives with UFC Fighter Cole Miller Mar 13, 2026 4216 On this episode of the Performance Explored Project I sit down with UFC Fighter Cole Miller, he walks me through the mindset of a fighter in the cage, the concepts and strategies that helped him complete 20 matches over his career and now as a coach how he communicates and engages with his fighters on how to achieve their highest level of capabilities. This is a must listen and probably one of my
Exploring Acceleration and COD with Michael Drach
Exploring Acceleration and COD with Michael Drach Jan 30, 2026 2411 On todays episode of of the Performance Explored Project I have Michael Drach from Drach Performance. Drach walks me through sprinting and acceleration shapes and concepts with coaching cues and visuals to bring this to life. He shows me how he strengthens the hips to prepare athletes for these extreme ranges of motion and how he builds agility and change of direction protocols for athletes all ar
Exploring Knee Pain and Tendons with Jake Tuura
Exploring Knee Pain and Tendons with Jake Tuura Jan 5, 2026 3956 On todays episode I have tendon expert Jake Tuura. He takes me through his protocol for addressing knee pain and developing healthier tendons. He coaches me through his assessment with clients, warm ups with different variations for available equipment, isometric variations of the knee and calf and incorporating strength training to load those tissues through a range of motion specific to each joi

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