In this episode of the Champion Living Podcast, we sit down with Casey Kramer – former NFL strength and conditioning coach turned professional farrier – to uncover what it really takes to build elite athletes. Casey shares game-changing insights on: Strength training principles for NFL players and how they apply to rodeo athletes Injury prevention and the best corrective exercises for staying healthy Building foundational strength that translates into arena success Mental toughness and strategies to outlast the competition His journey from the NFL to becoming a farrier, and how physical conditioning plays a role Whether you're a rodeo athlete, coach, or anyone serious about performance, this conversation will change how you approach training and recovery. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Guest Overview 00:53 – Parenting Challenges and Newborn Stories 02:45 – Casey Kramer's Background & Career Journey 05:24 – Strength and Conditioning Insights 07:01 – Rodeo and Athletic Training 14:36 – Injury Prevention and Rehab 29:05 – Youth Sports & Training Philosophy 34:04 – Hormone Replacement & Performance 35:01 – The Importance of Proper Training 37:15 – Transitioning to Professional Sports 41:31 – Training Techniques & Injury Prevention 49:42 – Becoming a Farrier 55:12 – Physical Demands for Farriers 1:00:47 – Outlasting the Competition 1:02:53 – Final Thoughts 👉 Subscribe for more rodeo athlete training, mindset, and performance insights.

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