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When Tony Holler’s name is mentioned, SPEED is the subject… maximum velocity sprinting. Tony Holler is a track coach, most recently the head coach at Plainfield North H.S. Tony retired from teaching chemistry after 38 years in the classroom and has 44 years of coaching experience (football, basketball, and track). Tony Holler is a member of Illinois Track & Field Hall of Fame and Co-director of Track Football Consortium along with Chris Korfist. Holler created the revolutionary "Feed the Cats" in 1999.Tony Holler is the son of 47-year high school and college basketball coach Don Holler. Tony is the father of four, including two successful coaches, Alec Holler (Edwardsville H.S.) and Quinn Holler (Andrew H.S.). Tony Holler has diversified his “Feed the Cats'' message for all sports and the classroom. Tony has consulted with the New York Yankees who started feeding the cats in their 2022 spring training. He’s also consulted with college lacrosse (Princeton, Johns Hopkins, Georgetown, Penn, Arizona State, and Northwestern). Princeton made the NCAA Final Four in 2022 for the first time in 18 years with the battle cry of “Feed the Tigers''. Hundreds of high school football teams now use a FTC approach (also known as “Sprint-Based Football”). At least 12 states have football teams who have won state championships by prioritizing speed over conditioning. Tony also has a Sprint-Based Football Podcast. Tony Holler has presented his content in 30 different states. In addition, he’s done multiple presentations in England, Ireland, and France. Tony is also a frequent presenter at football and lacrosse clinics. In the past year, he's delivered two presentations on "Coaching the Classroom" for teachers. Tony has done several Feed the Cats Seminars which include nine hours of instruction over a 24-hour period. FTC Seminars are usually a one-man clinic. Tony Holler’s Feed the Cats DVD was the #1 best-seller for Championship Production for ALL SPORTS in 2018. It has been the #1 best-seller from 2018 to 2025 in the track and field category. Holler’s most recent content can be found at CoachTube, where he is #2 in sales, all sports, all time. Tony Holler was named as a “Prime Nine Speaker” by Glazier Football Clinics.

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EP13: How a State Champion Distance Coach Builds Complete Athletes with Andy Derks

2025/12/28

What does it really take to build a championship distance program — and are miles enough? In this episode, I sit down with Andy Dirks, head cross country coach at Plainfield North, fresh off a state championship, to break down how he develops complete athletes, not just distance runners. We explore the parallels between distance training and speed development, including: Why sprinting still matters for distance athletesHow strength training fits into a championship XC programMoving beyond “just logging miles”Developing athleticism that carries over to track, sprinting, and long-term performanceBuilding resilient, adaptable athletes at the high school levelThis conversation challenges traditional distance training models and shows how speed, strength, and smart programming can coexist with high-level endurance performance. Whether you coach cross country, track & field, sprint athletes, or care about long-term athletic development, this episode is about going beyond miles. 🎧 Topics Covered: Cross country training philosophySpeed training for distance runnersStrength training for runnersAthlete-first vs mileage-first programsHigh school coaching and development

EP12: How Sprinting Changed Everything: The Birth of Feed the Cats with Brian Weiss

2025/10/31

In this episode of the Feed the Cats Podcast, Coach Tony Holler sits down with Coach Brian Weiss — a standout 400m/800m runner from the 1999 Harrisburg championship team and now the head coach at Triad High School. Brian was part of the very first team to experience the Feed the Cats philosophy in action — when Coach Holler shifted from traditional high-mileage training to a focus on speed, recovery, and max velocity. That season ended with a state title and marked a turning point in sprint-based coaching. Join us as we reflect on: - How “Feed the Cats” began and changed everything - The difference between running more and running faster - Brian’s journey from athlete to successful coach - Lessons from the 1999 championship season that still hold true today 🎙️ Feed the Cats Podcast

EP11: How Knees Over Toes Guy Builds Healthier, Faster & Stronger Athletes with Ben Patrick

2025/09/05

In this episode, I sit down with Ben Patrick, a.k.a. Knees Over Toes Guy, whose training methods have taken the internet by storm. His mission is simple: less knee pain and more knee ability — with or without equipment. We dive into how Ben’s approach aligns with Feed the Cats Speed Training principles: - Avoiding overtraining to stay fresh and explosive - Building athletic skills that make you faster, stronger, and healthier - Training smart to extend your career and performance Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone who wants to move without pain, this conversation will change how you think about training and longevity. 📌 Follow Ben Patrick: - https://www.youtube.com/c/thekneesovertoesguy - https://www.instagram.com/kneesovertoesguy/?hl=en #KneesOverToes #SpeedTraining #AthletePerformance #BenPatrick #StrengthTraining #KneeHealth #AthleteLongevity Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBPj3-_eDe-42EpKhMt4B7Q/join

EP10: What is Sprint-Based Football? How to Build Faster, Healthier Teams

2025/08/26

What if football practice was shorter, faster, and more fun — and your team won more games because of it? In this solo episode, I break down Sprint-Based Football (SBF) — a speed-first, low-dosage approach to coaching that prioritizes performance over grinding and winning over outworking your opponents. We’ll cover: ✅ Why traditional “conditioning-first” football is outdated ✅ How speed training boosts performance, health, and durability ✅ The role of max velocity in making athletes faster and less prone to injury ✅ Why short, high-quality practices create better game-day results ✅ Real-world results from programs winning over 90% of their games with SBF If you’ve ever wondered how to keep your players fresh, healthy, and fast all season long — this episode will change the way you think about football forever. 📢 Learn more the USR Masterclass: https://universalspeedrating.com/ftcmasterclass

EP9: Improving Speed & Athleticism Thru Sprint Mechanics with David Weck

2025/08/17

In this episode, I sit down with David Weck, founder of The Weck Method and inventor of the world-famous BOSU Ball, to dive deep into sprint mechanics, speed development, and athletic performance. David shares his approach to movement and speed training, including: - Head Over Foot positioning - The Spinal Engine - Coiling mechanics for power and efficiency - How tools like Rope Flow, ProPulsers, and Weighted Vests enhance athletic performance Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or just someone passionate about training, this conversation unpacks how proper mechanics can unlock new levels of speed, coordination, and athleticism. 📌 Learn more about David Weck and The Weck Method here: - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thedavidweck/?hl=en - Website - https://shop.weckmethod.com/ #SpeedTraining #SprintMechanics #AthleticPerformance #RopeFlow #StrengthAndConditioning

EP8: Inside Be Activated: The Muscle Activation Changing Sports with Douglas Heel

2025/07/10

In this episode, we sit down with Douglas Heel, founder of Be Activated—the groundbreaking muscle activation system also known in the U.S. as RPR (Reflexive Performance Reset). Douglas explains how poor movement patterns and stress responses can block your body’s potential—and how simple activation techniques can instantly improve strength, speed, flexibility, and overall athletic performance. We discuss: 🔹 What is Be Activated / RPR? 🔹 How to reset your nervous system and movement patterns 🔹 Why activation improves performance across every level 🔹 Real-life examples of athletes transforming with this method 🔹 How YOU can integrate these techniques into your training This system is laughably simple to learn—and shockingly effective. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or just want to move and feel better, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about the body and performance. Find more from Douglas here: - https://www.instagram.com/douglasheel_beactivated/?hl=en - https://douglasheel.com/ 🎧 Don’t miss this mind-blowing conversation with the man behind one of the most effective systems in sports performance.

EP7: “Big Time” Exposes the Absurd Truth About College Sports with Author Rus Bradburd

2025/07/05

What happens when a college sells its soul to survive? In this episode, we sit down with author Rus Bradburd to unpack his latest satirical novel, “Big Time” — a hilarious and biting commentary on the wild world of college athletics and higher education. - Link to his book, Big Time: https://amzn.to/44uoVSG Set at the fictional Coors State University — where beer companies fund the campus, professors moonlight as cops, and the history department sells popcorn — Big Time paints a screwball but alarmingly familiar picture of what happens when money and sports hijack academia. Bradburd, a former Division I basketball coach turned award-winning author, shares the inspiration behind the book, the real-world absurdities that shaped it, and why Big Time is resonating with readers across sports and education. 🔥 Praise for “Big Time” “Sharp, clean hit.” — Jonathan Eig (author of Ali and King) “A subversive, sidesplitting screwball of a novel.” — Arne Duncan, former U.S. Secretary of Education “Provocative, hilarious, and thought-provoking.” — Jesse Washington, ESPN/Andscape Whether you're a sports fan, a coach, a college student, or someone tired of the NCAA’s influence, this episode delivers laughs, truth, and eye-opening insights. 📘 Grab your copy of Big Time 🔔 Like, comment, and share if this hit home

EP6: Coaching, Handles, Hoops Culture, & a Basketball Legacy with Rus Bradburd

2025/07/02

In this first episode of a two-part series, the Feed the Cats Podcast welcomes Rus Bradburd—a former Division I basketball coach, world-class ball handler, and acclaimed author. Rus shares his incredible journey from growing up in Chicago Public Schools to becoming one of the top dribblers in the game and coaching at UTEP and New Mexico State. We dive into his transformation from coach to writer, explore how his experiences on and off the court shaped his voice, and hear stories from his impactful Basketball in the Barrio program. Rus’s unique perspective on sports, culture, and the role of athletics in social progress makes this an unforgettable conversation. - Link to his recent book, Big Time: https://amzn.to/44uoVSG 📘 Books by Rus Bradburd include Big Time, All the Dreams We've Dreamed, and Forty Minutes of Hell. 🎻 Bonus: He’s also an accomplished fiddle player living between Chicago, Belfast, and New Mexico. 👉 Don’t miss Part 2 where we discuss his book "Big Time" in depth.

EP5: Speed Training, Development, and Performance with Brian Kula

2025/07/01

This video is a podcast on speed training and development. The podcast is with Brian Kula. Coach Kula has worked with thousands of athletes in his career as a track & field, sport performance and football coach. He has coached multiple National Champions, All-Americans, Gatorade Players of the Year and State Champions in a variety of sports. Kula has 26 years experience in the athletic development of athletes at all levels from youth to professional. He has been certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Be part of the highest quality speed, strength, and power development discussions of 2020. Learn methods of optimizing high performance. The newest thoughts in the field, game changers you can implement immediately. All Speakers of "Rebel Talents" "Only dead fish swim with the current." Thanks for watching, and I'll see you on the next one!

EP4: Revolutionary Speed & Power Training with NFL Star Adam Archuleta & Dan Fichter

2025/07/01

In today’s podcast, former NFL Safety Adam Archuleta and the legendary Dan Fichter join me to break down the revolutionary speed, power, and explosiveness training that propelled Archuleta into the NFL. Archuleta trained under Jay Schroeder, using extreme and unconventional methods that helped him dominate the NFL Combine, leading to his first-round selection by the Rams. His legendary “Freak of Training” video showcased his insane workouts, which set a new standard for athletic development. We discuss: 🔥 The training methods that made Archuleta one of the most explosive safeties in the NFL 🔥 How his work with Schroeder transformed his speed and strength 🔥 The neurology behind elite athletic performance with Dan Fichter 🔥 How these principles apply to modern-day athletes ⚡ Feed the Cats is a revolutionary way of training, coaching, and teaching that values specificity, essentialism, performance, and love. It started in Track & Field but has now gained traction in football and other sports. 👀 Thanks for watching—don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more performance insights! See you in the next one! 🚀

EP3: Powerlifting, Strength Training, and Speed with Dan John

2025/07/01

This is all about speed and sprint training, proper workouts and overall, a new philosophy to coaching. This episode is a conversation with Dan John. Dan John has spent his life with one foot in the world of lifting and throwing, and the other foot in academia. An All-American discus thrower, Dan has also competed at the highest levels of Olympic lifting, Highland Games, and the Weight Pentathlon, an event in which he holds the American record. Dan spends his work life blending weekly workshops and lectures with full-time writing and is also an online religious studies instructor for Columbia College of Missouri. As a Fulbright Scholar, he toured the Middle East exploring the foundations of religious education systems. Dan is also a Senior Lecturer for St Mary’s University, Twickenham, London. Be part of the highest quality speed, strength, and power development discussions of 2020. Learn methods of optimizing high performance. The newest thoughts in the field, game changers you can implement immediately. All Speakers of "Rebel Talents" "Only dead fish swim with the current." Thanks for watching, and I'll see you on the next one!

EP2: Improving Speed & Cognitive Performance: Feed the Cats Speed Training with Brent Strickland

2025/07/01

In this podcast episode, we sit down with Brent Strickland to explore the "Feed the Cats" speed training method. We dive deep into how this unique approach not only enhances athletic performance but also impacts cognitive abilities. Brent shares insights on the data behind the method and how it proves measurable improvements in speed. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or curious about the science of training, this episode has valuable takeaways for everyone! Contact Brent Strickland here: [email protected] Twitter: @pntrack Be part of the highest quality speed, strength, and power development discussions of 2020. Learn methods of optimizing high performance. The newest thoughts in the field, game changers you can implement immediately. All Speakers of "Rebel Talents" "Only dead fish swim with the current." Thanks for watching, and I'll see you on the next one!

EP1: "Freak of Training" - Revolutionary Speed Training with Adam Archuleta

2025/07/01

In today's podcast, I discuss the revolutionary speed training and development of Adam Archuleta, a formal NFL safety for the Rams, Cardinals, and Bears. Archuleta trained with Jay Schroeder to focus on speed and performance. Archuleta dominated the combine and was selected in the first round by the Rams. His unique training vaulted him into the NFL, where he spent 7 season at safety. Twitter: @pntrack Instagram: Coach Tony Holler TikTok: Coach Tony Holler Feed the Cats is a revolutionary way of training, coaching, and teaching that values specificity, essentialism, performance, and love. After gaining a world-wide following in Track & Field, FTC has now gained a foothold in American football, along with other sports. Thanks for watching, and I'll see you on the next one!

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Brian Mac 8 2025/07/11

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Coach Holler changed everything I thought I knew about athletic speed. His "Feed the Cats" material is gold. Learn the way. Prioritize absolute top sp...

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