Why EVERYONE Should Train Like Athletes (According To Science)
Nov 27, 2025
Description
Strength and Conditioning Coach Dane Miller breaks down why normal people should train like athletes.
0:00 – Intro: Why normal people should train like athletes
0:25 – Science of aging: type 2 muscle fiber loss & longevity
1:00 – Athletic warm-up: PVC pipe walks, T-spine rotations & stretches
2:30 – Why explosive training matters for aging & injury prevention
4:10 – Staggered pogo hops & box jumps for power and coordination
6:00 – Training goals for adults: strength standards & longevity benchmarks
8:30 – Skips for height, distance & quickness: building explosive rhythm
11:00 – Bounding & hurdle hop variations for power and reactivity
13:20 – Real results: Craig’s athletic fitness transformation at age 50
15:30 – Final exercise: stair jumps for joint-friendly explosiveness
18:00 – Big takeaway: stop making excuses & start training like an athlete































