

Mike Boyle
Veteran strength and conditioning coach with decades of experience (college and pro teams) known for practical, injury-conscious programming and advocacy for unilateral training and long-term athletic development.
Top 10 podcasts with Mike Boyle
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Sep 22, 2025 • 2h 15min
#365 ‒ Training for longevity: A roundtable on building strength, preventing injury, meeting protein needs, guidance for women and youth athletes, and more | Gabrielle Lyon, Mike Boyle, Jeff Cavaliere
In this engaging discussion, Gabrielle Lyon, a specialist in muscle-centric medicine and author, joins veteran strength coach Mike Boyle and physical therapist Jeff Cavaliere. Together, they unpack the significance of resistance training for longevity and health. They explore dietary protein needs based on age, the benefits of unilateral exercises, and the importance of avoiding risky workouts. The trio also discusses the pitfalls of youth sports specialization and stress the need for variety to promote long-term athletic development.

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Dec 7, 2023 • 1h 2min
#93 Mike Boyle on Coaching, Business, & Life
Michael Boyle, co-owner of Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, and co-founder of Certified Functional Strength Coach, discusses coaching, business, personal branding, and life lessons. Topics include evolution of career, accidental entrepreneurship, personal branding, giving employees a stake in the business, challenges of buying vs. renting a location, and comparing sports performance in Ireland and the United States.

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Aug 22, 2025 • 31min
Successful coaching, proven methods, and winning strategies, with Mike Boyle
Mike Boyle, a renowned strength and conditioning coach, shares his extensive experience from coaching the Boston Bruins to founding his own training business. He discusses how coaching has evolved, focusing on athlete safety and functional training. Boyle delves into the critical role of mastering fundamentals and how small improvements can drastically enhance performance. He also highlights essential resources for aspiring trainers, emphasizing the value of continuous learning in creating effective training programs.

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Apr 20, 2026 • 40min
In the Trenches with Mike Boyle
Mike Boyle, veteran strength and conditioning coach and MBSC founder, shares hard-won, in-field wisdom. He debates force versus load and why force plates matter. He calls out internet-only experts and highlights survivorship bias in lifting research. He also covers single-leg training, scaling safe programs, and lessons from running and rebuilding a business.

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Jan 15, 2026 • 40min
Mike Boyle on Manipulation of Information with Research
Mike Boyle, a veteran strength coach known for training elite athletes, dives into the complexities of lifting heavy weights, particularly for older adults and women. He discusses how social media fuels misunderstandings and backlash around heavy lifting and lets us peek behind the curtain of injury statistics and research reliability. Boyle emphasizes the importance of context in training and shares his thoughts on safe programming. Tune in for a fresh perspective on strength training and the evolving landscape of fitness communication.

Apr 29, 2026 • 1h 22min
Mike Boyle: Building a Legacy
Mike Boyle, founder of Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning with 40+ years coaching at collegiate, pro, and Olympic levels. He discusses building a broad coaching tree and the word-of-mouth growth of his business. He reflects on choosing team versus private work, the evolution of training methods like unilateral work, and using social media to expand reach.

Jan 21, 2024 • 1h 33min
Mike Boyle
Strength coach Mike Boyle discusses his journey in strength training, emphasizing natural development, functional movements, and safe training practices. He explores the evolution of strength training methodologies, the shift towards unilateral training, and the link between pathology and pain in athletes. Boyle also shares insights on adapting and innovating in the sports performance industry.

Apr 3, 2026 • 30min
Mike Boyle- The Worst Exercises for Adults
Mike Boyle, veteran strength coach known for functional training and Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning, shares controversial takes on adult programming. He questions the back squat and praises goblet and single-leg work. He calls out RDLs, hip thrusts, and cautions about sprinting for typical adults. He also touches on training philosophy, social media, and handling criticism.

Jan 27, 2026 • 44min
Mike Boyle on Anti-Rotation, Glute Activation, Hill Sprints and S&C Language
Mark Fisher, a fitness business strategist sharing lead-generation tactics without paid ads. Mike Boyle, veteran S&C coach and author known for practical methods. They debate anti-rotation core work and where rotary power comes from. They probe glute activation methods and toe wedge ideas. They compare hill sprints to sled sprints. They clarify exercise naming and why consistent terminology matters.

Jan 24, 2024 • 1h 10min
Episode #15: Mike Boyle | Scaling Your Private Facility, Administrative Considerations, Coach/Intern Development, & More
In this engaging discussion, Mike Boyle, a leading strength coach, shares his journey in building a successful private training facility. He emphasizes the importance of financial literacy and the relationship between coaches and clients. Mike also discusses hiring flexible staff, fostering a sense of community in fitness, and the significance of safety in training practices. Notably, he addresses misconceptions about functional anatomy and recovery, advocating for a thoughtful approach to training that prioritizes both performance and well-being.


