About this episode
Well it only took 500-some episodes, but I finally made it happen!
Today we welcome the one and only Megan Young to the Physical Prep Podcast.
This conversation was so much fun, especially learning more about her journey from reluctant track and field thrower, to collegiate strength coach, to cancer survivor, and then finally with her success with the MLS’ Seattle Sounders.
Meg’s resilience and passion for S&C are truly inspiring, and I know you’re going to love learning more about her, as well as what she’s up to these days.
So without any further ado, let’s do this!
Quotable Quotes:
Success in performance coaching increasingly comes from cultivating a broad, curious mindset rather than hyper-focusing on a single niche
Prioritizing internal validation and purpose over external markers like titles or wins transforms coaching into a meaningful, sustainable career
AI’s most significant role in coaching is in handling large data sets and synthesis, freeing humans to focus on contextual interpretation and nuanced decisions
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Meg’s journey from reluctant track and field thrower to high-level performance coach
The power of curiosity and continuous learning in achieve elite performance
How strength and conditioning evolved from bodybuilding, powerlifting and Olympic-lifting into what it is today
Why mentors and an awesome peer group are such a critical piece of coaching development
How being diagnosed with cancer impacted not only Megan’s coaching career, but her outlook on life as well
The process she went through at the end of every year, and why she ultimately decided to step away from pro sports this year
What she’s excited about and working on now that she’s never shared before!
The advice she would give to young, up-and-coming coaches who want to attain high-levels of success throughout their career
