The Decoding Excellence Show, hosted by Adam Ringler, is an exploration of the human element behind world-class performers. A bit-by-bit deconstruction of the architecture and coding for human excellence. The show is centered around intimate conversations with masters of their craft, in order to deconstruct and decode the tools, tactics, and techniques that encapsulates excellence.
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In this Cardio Talk episode of the Decoding Excellence Show , I break down how most coaches misuse wearable technology and workload monitoring — turning valuable data into noise instead of insight. Through a detailed return-to-play case study , I walk step-by-step through how I assess individual loading, bridge the gap back to team inclusion, and structure training progressions that actually…
In this Cardio Talk episode of the Decoding Excellence Show , I unpack five conversations that bridge technology, nutrition, and training as we head into the start of the college basketball season. First, in this week’s Status Update , I share how we’re just three days away from tipping off the season and reflect on the journey that’s led us here. From spring development work to summer grind…
In this Cardio Talk episode of the Decoding Excellence Show , I unpack three powerful conversations shaping coaching, performance, and personal growth. First, I reflect on the passing of Coach Kurt Hester , a true icon in Strength and Conditioning. His career embodied grit, resilience, and authenticity—and his legacy challenges all of us to coach with more heart, purpose, and conviction. Next, I…
In this raw and unfiltered Cardio Talk edition of the Decoding Excellence Show , I dive into two topics that are reshaping the way we think about performance in college athletics. First up: The Evolution of Women’s Basketball Training. The women’s game has grown more physical, more explosive, and more demanding than ever before. Yet too often, strength coaches still program light, cautious…
In this Cardio Talk edition of the Decoding Excellence Show, I hit on three big topics for strength & conditioning coaches: 1️⃣ Building Trust with Sport Coaches — How we can better align with head coaches by speaking their language, framing data around outcomes, and respecting practice priorities. 2️⃣ Rethinking Recovery in College Athletics — Why recovery is more than ice baths and Normatecs,…
In this “Cardio Series” edition of the Decoding Excellence Show , I’m bringing you along on a 75-minute ruck walk to share a critical update: introducing The Blueprint —our forever FREE community on Instagram and AdamRingler.com. Inside The Blueprint , I’ll be sharing strength & conditioning tactics, performance insights, sport science strategies, and behind-the-scenes access to health…
In this “Cardio Talk” edition of the Decoding Excellence Show , I’m diving into pre-season basketball conditioning tests—and why different coaches lean on very different approaches. Some favor more aerobic-based tests like the mile run or 3-minute baseline touches, while others prefer anaerobic measures like side-line touches or the 300-yard shuttle. Both approaches have their place, but which one…
In this “Cardio Chats” edition of the Decoding Excellence Show , I’m sharing why I’m so fired up about using the Beyond Power VOLTRA1 strength equipment here in Boulder, Colorado—and why it’s quickly becoming one of my go-to tools for strength, rehab, and performance. Recorded mid-Zone 2 ruck walk, this raw, unedited “Walk & Talk” dives into exactly how I’ve been leveraging the VOLTRA1 for:…
In this “Cardio Chats” edition of the Decoding Excellence Show , I’m pulling back the curtain on our Summer Basketball Training Program here in Boulder, Colorado—sharing the real behind-the-scenes details of how we prepare our athletes for the demands of a long, grueling season. This is raw, unfiltered, and recorded mid-Zone 2 ruck walk—no studio, no edits—just me sharing what’s really happening…
In this episode of The Decoding Excellence Show , I’m pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to hire the right person to lead a collegiate strength & conditioning or sport performance department. After nearly a decade at the University of Colorado—contributing to a sport science and high performance model while working with Women’s Basketball and Volleyball—I’ve seen firsthand what…
