<![CDATA[The Total Athlete Podcast with Ryan Beckwith]]>3807bcd3-0aa4-50ab-a670-6fb799d18974Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:43:44 +0000Captivate.fmA3 Sports Performancehttps://artwork.captivate.fm/6f896714-1188-4ecb-afc7-e3999dc09bf1/A3-PODCAST-COVERS-1.pngThe Total Athlete Podcast with Ryan BeckwithA3 Sports PerformanceA3 Sports PerformanceThe Total Athlete Podcast is a show for athletes, parents, and coaches who care about long-term development — not just short-term wins. Hosted by Ryan Beckwith, performance coach and founder of A3 Sports Performance, the podcast explores what it really takes to develop a “total athlete” — physically, mentally, and emotionally. Drawing from real-world coaching experience, sports science, and decades of working with athletes at every level, Ryan breaks down training principles, mindset, leadership, injury prevention, confidence, and the realities of youth and competitive sports — along with honest conversations, guest perspectives, and lessons learned along the way. The Total Athlete Podcast is where performance meets purpose, and development comes before hype. We don’t do shortcuts or trends. Real development isn’t accidental—and great coaching changes lives. This is about building athletes the right way: for sport, for life, and for what comes next.https://www.a3sportsperformance.comfalseepisodicnopodcastInjury Prevention Isn’t a Program — It’s a SystemInjury Prevention Isn’t a Program — It’s a SystemIn this episode of Total Athlete, Ryan Beckwith reframes the way athletes, parents, and coaches think about injury prevention.

Rather than viewing injury prevention as a separate checklist or add-on, Ryan explains why the most effective injury prevention strategy is an integrated system. One that combines smart training, sport-specific movement, mental preparation, recovery habits, and clear communication between everyone on an athlete’s team (from surgeon to physical therapist to coaches).

Drawing from personal experience, Ryan shares the story of a season-ending ankle injury in high school and the emotional toll that comes with suddenly losing your athletic identity. That experience shapes his belief that injuries must be addressed not only physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.

]]>In this episode of Total Athlete, Ryan Beckwith reframes the way athletes, parents, and coaches think about injury prevention.

Rather than viewing injury prevention as a separate checklist or add-on, Ryan explains why the most effective injury prevention strategy is an integrated system. One that combines smart training, sport-specific movement, mental preparation, recovery habits, and clear communication between everyone on an athlete’s team (from surgeon to physical therapist to coaches).

Drawing from personal experience, Ryan shares the story of a season-ending ankle injury in high school and the emotional toll that comes with suddenly losing your athletic identity. That experience shapes his belief that injuries must be addressed not only physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.

]]>39e6e503-e660-47c6-bbb1-565056b4e3e1Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -080020:55falsefull3113Mind SetMind SetRyan Beckwith, Reggie Bolton, and Carl Ferreira discuss the championship mind set. The conversation is focused on the importance of self accountability, preparation, and positive self talk. They also breakdown how you can apply it to your daily life and better understand how to set and accomplish your goals.

]]>Ryan Beckwith, Reggie Bolton, and Carl Ferreira discuss the championship mind set. The conversation is focused on the importance of self accountability, preparation, and positive self talk. They also breakdown how you can apply it to your daily life and better understand how to set and accomplish your goals.

]]>33ff3ffe-40d5-4e3c-97b5-c150d86f20edMon, 03 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -080036:56falsefull3333The Collegiate Recruiting Process - Part 2The Collegiate Recruiting Process - Part 2Hosts Ryan Beckwith and Reggie Bolton discuss the reality of going from a high school student-athlete, to a collegiate prospect, to a collegiate recruit, to becoming a bonafide collegiate student-athlete...Part 2

]]>Hosts Ryan Beckwith and Reggie Bolton discuss the reality of going from a high school student-athlete, to a collegiate prospect, to a collegiate recruit, to becoming a bonafide collegiate student-athlete...Part 2

]]>1d3e2352-42fb-48fa-a856-5279bef501acTue, 20 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -080035:53falsefull3223The Collegiate Recruiting Process - Part 1The Collegiate Recruiting Process - Part 1Hosts Ryan Beckwith and Reggie Bolton discuss the reality of going from a high school student-athlete, to a collegiate prospect, to a collegiate recruit, to becoming a bonafide collegiate student-athlete...Part 1

]]>Hosts Ryan Beckwith and Reggie Bolton discuss the reality of going from a high school student-athlete, to a collegiate prospect, to a collegiate recruit, to becoming a bonafide collegiate student-athlete...Part 1

]]>38bf3f40-c3f7-4b38-990b-9cda6b6f0da5Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -080031:45falsefull3113The Reality of Collegiate SportsThe Reality of Collegiate SportsSpecial guests Reggie Bolton - Director of Athletics at Bakersfield College, and R. Todd Littlejohn - Head Football Coach at Bakersfield College, join Coach AJ Orange and Coach Ryan Beckwith to discuss the realities that revolve around collegiate athletics...the expectations, recruiting, and how to be successful.

]]>Special guests Reggie Bolton - Director of Athletics at Bakersfield College, and R. Todd Littlejohn - Head Football Coach at Bakersfield College, join Coach AJ Orange and Coach Ryan Beckwith to discuss the realities that revolve around collegiate athletics...the expectations, recruiting, and how to be successful.

]]>b6d0420a-c062-4fa0-99a7-ee5a8c1412a1Thu, 20 May 2021 09:00:00 -080055:58falsefull2332Preparation. Testing, Competition, and LifePreparation. Testing, Competition, and LifeThe panel discusses the intricacies of preparation. Peak performance is dependent on the persons ability to prepare.

]]>The panel discusses the intricacies of preparation. Peak performance is dependent on the persons ability to prepare.

]]>7323cc97-8e6c-4365-bf08-62f35f34804bMon, 17 May 2021 09:00:00 -080036:23falsefull2222Camps & CombinesCamps & CombinesThe panel discusses sport combines / camps, and the importance of the preparation for them. And reminding everyone, that combines / camps are all about testing and how you show up and compete. Enjoy the conversation from a panel that has experienced combines / camps at every level!

]]>The panel discusses sport combines / camps, and the importance of the preparation for them. And reminding everyone, that combines / camps are all about testing and how you show up and compete. Enjoy the conversation from a panel that has experienced combines / camps at every level!

]]>0883cfd5-07cc-49e9-8d37-f52aeb4e530fSat, 13 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -080048:36falsefull2112Visualization & Decision MakingVisualization & Decision MakingRyan Beckwith and Art Charles, Jr. discuss the importance/meaning of Visualization and how it effects Decision Making. You won't want to miss this one...

Visualize like an Athlete

]]>Ryan Beckwith and Art Charles, Jr. discuss the importance/meaning of Visualization and how it effects Decision Making. You won't want to miss this one...

Visualize like an Athlete

]]>d586c3b6-26d7-4f1f-9917-926fa554b7ecThu, 12 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -080039:45falsefull116161Strength WITH Functionality of SportStrength WITH Functionality of SportToday both Ryan Beckwith and AJ Orange discuss the Functionality of Strength in training. Why we need to focus on aspects beyond simply training for Strength in the weightroom.

Train like an athlete...

]]>Today both Ryan Beckwith and AJ Orange discuss the Functionality of Strength in training. Why we need to focus on aspects beyond simply training for Strength in the weightroom.

Train like an athlete...

]]>d2dd77c2-6121-4a76-9a32-558533fb3350Wed, 21 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -080048:42falsefull115151LeadershipLeadershipThe panel discusses the many levels and perspectives of leadership.

Leadership is not a simple definition, or a one way or the highway type of system. Compassion, communication, tough decisions, staying true while also having an open mind/heart are ALL necessary to be an effective leader.

]]>The panel discusses the many levels and perspectives of leadership.

Leadership is not a simple definition, or a one way or the highway type of system. Compassion, communication, tough decisions, staying true while also having an open mind/heart are ALL necessary to be an effective leader.

]]>1fd4b831-24b3-42b7-bdbf-7e95dca46ca8Sun, 11 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -080001:02:53falsefull114141Preparation Prevents InjuryPreparation Prevents InjuryThe Panel welcomes a new member Stevi Robinson - Assistant Volleyball Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for CSUB.

The focus of today's conversation is the high rate of injury we are seeing in professional sports recently...which leads the conversation down the path of preparation being the best form of prevention.

Enjoy!

]]>The Panel welcomes a new member Stevi Robinson - Assistant Volleyball Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for CSUB.

The focus of today's conversation is the high rate of injury we are seeing in professional sports recently...which leads the conversation down the path of preparation being the best form of prevention.

Enjoy!

]]>22c3e4e4-a6e7-40d1-98d6-f865fdcaba0bWed, 23 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -080058:03falsefull113131The Multiple Dimensions of SpeedThe Multiple Dimensions of SpeedThis week the panel discusses SPEED and how we all need to be thinking about it. To increase your "speed" there are many dimensions that need to be taken into account.

Only focusing on the straight on speed does not encompass all that is needed to improve. SPEED of recognition, SPEED of rebound mechanics, SPEED of deceleration, SPEED of the acceleration, top-end SPEED, just to name a few.

ALL are vital to the development of TRUE SPEED. Enjoy!

]]>This week the panel discusses SPEED and how we all need to be thinking about it. To increase your "speed" there are many dimensions that need to be taken into account.

Only focusing on the straight on speed does not encompass all that is needed to improve. SPEED of recognition, SPEED of rebound mechanics, SPEED of deceleration, SPEED of the acceleration, top-end SPEED, just to name a few.

ALL are vital to the development of TRUE SPEED. Enjoy!

]]>f2f12f59-b3c5-4c6f-a8ed-996c05805879Sun, 13 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -080057:44falsefull112121Youth Sports and the Myths That ExistYouth Sports and the Myths That ExistThe panel discusses the current standing of youth sports today, the importance of athletic development, and weighs in on the hyper focus on youth sports skills training.

When our young athletes are "over-skilled" and "under-developed" due to the focus on sports skills and not training the body for movement and growth, we are faced with premature peaking and higher injury rates.

]]>The panel discusses the current standing of youth sports today, the importance of athletic development, and weighs in on the hyper focus on youth sports skills training.

When our young athletes are "over-skilled" and "under-developed" due to the focus on sports skills and not training the body for movement and growth, we are faced with premature peaking and higher injury rates.

]]>95922cbc-d3d0-4102-bc0e-4edb18a64937Sun, 06 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -080001:08:43falsefull111111Recover Like An AthleteRecover Like An AthleteThe panel discusses the importance of recovery as well as the "secrets of the trade" for making sure the body/brain combo is at its most optimal.

]]>The panel discusses the importance of recovery as well as the "secrets of the trade" for making sure the body/brain combo is at its most optimal.

]]>c6dbee8d-48e8-4c2a-b2dd-811aebacd0c5Tue, 01 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -080058:42falsefull110101Recruiting - A Coaches PerspectiveRecruiting - A Coaches PerspectiveThe panel welcomes a special guest - Coach James Garces, the Head Assistant Coach at California State University, Bakersfield Men's Soccer team.

This discussion gives a real look into the Coaches perspective of recruiting and what a College Coach is actually looking for. If you or someone you care about aspires to play in college, you don't want to miss this one!

]]>The panel welcomes a special guest - Coach James Garces, the Head Assistant Coach at California State University, Bakersfield Men's Soccer team.

This discussion gives a real look into the Coaches perspective of recruiting and what a College Coach is actually looking for. If you or someone you care about aspires to play in college, you don't want to miss this one!

]]>be802a5e-52d8-4e37-8a00-e0b00e6ec9c8Sat, 22 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -080001:07:35falsefull1991Be a Good Learner - Focus, Organization, and ResponsibilityBe a Good Learner - Focus, Organization, and ResponsibilityIn these trying times it is imperative that you are a good and positive learner. Being a good student spills beyond the classroom...especially as we move into a season of distant learning. Focus, organization, and personal responsibility have never been so important.

]]>In these trying times it is imperative that you are a good and positive learner. Being a good student spills beyond the classroom...especially as we move into a season of distant learning. Focus, organization, and personal responsibility have never been so important.

]]>be28cdd8-309c-4802-9464-4c318fc7372fSun, 16 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -080049:13falsefull1881The Importance of MetricsThe Importance of MetricsToday The Academy discusses the importance of metrics. How maturity in your training will provide you with more than just numbers. The closest you can ever get to "Game Speed" is testing your BEST in training.

AND in the heat of the moment, with the pressure on - YOU can rely on those times you TESTED YOUR TRAINING METRICS to be at YOUR BEST! True confidence comes from within...knowing you can pull or push that extra pound, jump that extra inch, run that extra tenth of a second faster, will give you the self-conviction needed in the moment of truth!

]]>Today The Academy discusses the importance of metrics. How maturity in your training will provide you with more than just numbers. The closest you can ever get to "Game Speed" is testing your BEST in training.

AND in the heat of the moment, with the pressure on - YOU can rely on those times you TESTED YOUR TRAINING METRICS to be at YOUR BEST! True confidence comes from within...knowing you can pull or push that extra pound, jump that extra inch, run that extra tenth of a second faster, will give you the self-conviction needed in the moment of truth!

]]>17eb938d-d6a2-4f30-9f17-dd1ef7a4311fSun, 09 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -080057:29falsefull1771Mindset, Relaxation, & The Will To Succeed - Part 2Mindset, Relaxation, & The Will To Succeed - Part 2Part 2 of 2. Today's conversation deals with redefining Relaxation into a new term of Performance. Without true clarity of mind, ultimate performance cannot be achieved!

Listen with purpose here...there are some golden nuggets!

]]>Part 2 of 2. Today's conversation deals with redefining Relaxation into a new term of Performance. Without true clarity of mind, ultimate performance cannot be achieved!

Listen with purpose here...there are some golden nuggets!

]]>372ee57e-96af-4b9e-a7a0-f0d5baba9184Wed, 22 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -080053:24falsefull1661Mindset, Relaxation, & The Will To Succeed - Part 1Mindset, Relaxation, & The Will To Succeed - Part 1Part 1 of 2 - Today's conversation starts with Mindset and flows into personal successes from our team. Mindset, work ethic, the will to succeed - it is born in us all - some just need a little introduction and push in the right direction.

Next week we will move into Part 2 of this conversation - The importance of Relaxation under stress. IT IS A GAME CHANGER!!

]]>Part 1 of 2 - Today's conversation starts with Mindset and flows into personal successes from our team. Mindset, work ethic, the will to succeed - it is born in us all - some just need a little introduction and push in the right direction.

Next week we will move into Part 2 of this conversation - The importance of Relaxation under stress. IT IS A GAME CHANGER!!

]]>136e8864-8a9a-41a3-b0de-083292e47437Wed, 15 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -080001:09:45falsefull1551Train Like An AthleteTrain Like An AthleteThe team discusses the importance of training like an athlete...regardless of your level or ability. Training like an athlete is not reserved for the pro's - on the flip side, it is vital as a human to train multiple planes of movement with a multitude of compound exercises. Get the insights - enjoy the convo!

]]>The team discusses the importance of training like an athlete...regardless of your level or ability. Training like an athlete is not reserved for the pro's - on the flip side, it is vital as a human to train multiple planes of movement with a multitude of compound exercises. Get the insights - enjoy the convo!

]]>f10ad250-be2c-4ab9-9f67-923d5fa179adWed, 01 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -080001:07:16falsefull1441Sports, Scholarships, Contracts & Understanding The Financial PictureSports, Scholarships, Contracts & Understanding The Financial PictureThe Academy Crew discusses the reality with the financial picture - starting with college scholarships and moving into the pro's.

]]>The Academy Crew discusses the reality with the financial picture - starting with college scholarships and moving into the pro's.

]]>7e9ae9ed-6a0d-419b-8c77-7d494213e062Sat, 20 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -080001:05:08falsefull1331A Much Needed ConversationA Much Needed ConversationThe Team welcomes two special guests, Jennifer Wright - Owner and Head Coach of Emersion Crossfit and Reggie Bolton - career College Football Coach and current Department Chair of Kinesiology at Bakersfield College.

]]>The Team welcomes two special guests, Jennifer Wright - Owner and Head Coach of Emersion Crossfit and Reggie Bolton - career College Football Coach and current Department Chair of Kinesiology at Bakersfield College.

]]>60bae4dc-c376-43ba-bdfd-f0a4ef6b6242Sun, 07 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -080001:12:59falsefull1221Prepping For The New "Norm"Prepping For The New "Norm"As the country starts to open up, two of our team (Art Charles, Jr & Justin Kelly) get some great news about starting their Professional season. Another of our team (Manav Shah) was presented with an opportunity outside of his Professional playing career - the entire team talks through the situation.

]]>As the country starts to open up, two of our team (Art Charles, Jr & Justin Kelly) get some great news about starting their Professional season. Another of our team (Manav Shah) was presented with an opportunity outside of his Professional playing career - the entire team talks through the situation.

]]>6d026494-afed-48df-971a-0becde265272Tue, 02 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -080059:05falsefull1111