EPI 225: Legendary Strength & Conditioning Coach Michael Boyle Explains Why Most People Train The WRONG Way (And What You Can Do Instead). Smarter Training That Is Healthier, More Functional, & Reduces Risk Of Injury As You Age

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Show notes:

(0:00) Intro

(0:55) Mike Boyle's journey from bartender to elite trainer

(3:39) Why traditional body part splits don't make sense for most people

(6:45) What "functional training" really means

(13:00) One-legged exercises vs. heavy squats

(16:39) Why sprinters look better than bodybuilders

(18:56) The truth about Instagram fitness and drug use

(21:53) How to transition from "gym bro" training to smart, full-body workouts

(25:55) Why warming up matters more than you think

(29:26) The importance of posture, mobility, and foam rolling

(35:53) What real fitness should prepare you for

(37:14) The overlooked power of training your posterior chain

(43:30) A full sample workout from Coach Boyle's gym

(52:03) Why running may be doing more harm than good

(54:03) Where to train with or learn more from Coach Boyle

(55:49) Outro

Who is Michael Boyle?

Mike Boyle is one of the most respected figures in strength and conditioning, known for pioneering functional training. He began his career as an athletic trainer after earning both bachelor's and master's degrees from Springfield College. Realizing his passion lay in strength and conditioning, he volunteered at Boston University, where he eventually became the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for 15 years.

Boyle also served as Strength Coach for the Boston Bruins from 1991 to 1999 and worked with the Boston Red Sox, earning a World Series ring during his time with the team. In 1996, he co-founded Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning (MBSC), now recognized as one of the top training facilities in the world.

He has trained Olympic athletes, professional teams, and thousands of adults, and has authored several books. His approach centers on safe, intelligent training with full-body workouts and mobility work. Boyle also created the Certified Functional Strength Coach (CFSC) program to educate trainers globally. He lives in Massachusetts with his wife and two children.

Connect with Michael:

Website: https://www.bodybyboyle.com/

https://www.strengthcoach.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/michael_boyle1959/

X: https://x.com/mboyle1959

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