Max Honigsbaum has a background in swimming, rugby, and American football, and has found a passion for training rather than competing. He has experience working with elite athletes and has found that creating an environment that encourages people to enjoy the process of training is beneficial. He has also found that working with the general population at Google has reinforced the basics and has allowed him to build rapport with people and tailor their training.

Max Honigsbaum discussed how the Exos system is based on sound sports science principles and is well branded. He also discussed how conversations with other coaches have reinforced the importance of going back to basics and looking at the benefits of different training methods for different individuals. He also discussed how the Google environment is more nurturing and how he tries to make the gym accessible for people who have been intimidated by it.

Max Honigsbaum discussed the differences between coaching at a university and a boat club, emphasizing the importance of trunk strength and mobility for rowers to stay healthy and increase their stroke power. He also discussed the benefits of using heavy s-spot with seven stroke pe power as a test to measure performance and strength. Finally, he suggested overhead squats as a special strength exercise for rowers.

• Max Honigsbaum's Journey from Intern to Head of Strength and Conditioning

• • Max Honigsbaum's Story

• Max Honigsbaum's Athletic Background

• Exploring the Benefits of Building Rapport with Athletes and General Population

• • Training general population

• Exploring the Benefits of Different Training Methodologies

• • The Benefits of Working with a General Population

• Discussion of Google Terminology

• Comparing the Different Coaching Styles of Google and the University of London Boat Club

• • Relationship between coach and client

• Discussion of Injury Prevention and Performance Enhancement Strategies for Rowers

• • Keeping rowers healthy
  • Increasing stroke power

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