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For those who love a breakdown and further insight into the greatest minds in Elite Performance.

Marco Altini Episode Recap
Manny Silveira Manny Silveira

Marco Altini Episode Recap

In this episode of PA Chalk Up, Manny sits down with HRV4Training founder Marco Altini to unpack the real value of heart rate variability (HRV) in athlete monitoring and training. From the pitfalls of wearable recovery scores to the power of journaling, Marco explains how coaches can use HRV data effectively—without overreacting to every dip. If you’re serious about HRV tracking for athletes, this conversation delivers science-backed insight, practical tools, and a fresh perspective on what recovery really looks like.

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Dub-ois Recap: From U-dub to Now
Manny Silveira Manny Silveira

Dub-ois Recap: From U-dub to Now

In this episode of the PA Chalk Up Podcast, we dive deep into the science of strength and conditioning with a focus on explosive power development. Joined by strength coaches from across the industry, we break down how Velocity-Based Training (VBT) and step-up variations can transform an athlete’s speed, power, and overall performance. Whether you’re a coach looking to refine your programming or an athlete aiming to maximize your explosiveness, this episode delivers actionable insights backed by real-world coaching experience. Read on to discover key takeaways and training strategies you can apply today!

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