On this episode we talk with Tommy Johnson, the owner of Primal 1 Baseball facility in Gaithersburg, MD. Tommy is a seasoned baseball coach with a unique journey from professional baseball to earning a doctorate in kinesiology. Tommy shares his deep dive into various training methodologies, biomechanics, and the importance of skill acquisition frameworks for player development.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
01:25 Tommy's Baseball Journey
02:17 Rebranding and Business Evolution
06:08 The Importance of Teamwork in Player Development
11:51 Gateway to Skill Acquisition
22:44 Strength and Conditioning Insights
48:24 Sub-Max Training and Injury Risks
48:51 Training Tendons with Isometrics
49:25 Integrating Different Training Modalities
50:55 The Importance of Apprenticeship
52:20 Breathing and Biomechanics
53:56 PRI and FRC in Pain Management
54:44 Challenges with PRI and FRC
55:32 The Role of Posture and Movement
58:04 FRC and Athletic Performance
01:04:14 The Spiral Line and Fascial Slings
01:24:12 Perception and Reaction in Training
01:30:38 Innovative Eye-Tracking Device for Athletes
01:31:46 Perception and Performance in Sports
01:32:45 Exploring Functional Variability
01:33:35 Virtual Reality in Sports Training