An inspiring chat with elite MMA Strength Coach Brandon Gallagher. Brandon shares lessons from training top UFC fighters, how he prepares athletes differently from the general population, and what it takes to thrive in the coaching world. Brandon is an OPEX CCP Coach & uses CoachRx to coach his clients. If you're a coach or thinking about becoming one, this episode is packed with actionable tips and real-life insights. Learn more about CoachRx and OPEX CCP in this exclusive interview.

🕒 Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Backroom Talk and Coaching Spotlight

01:20 Brandon Gallagher: Current Role and Journey

02:57 Transitioning to MMA and Personal Training

05:33 Life After Owning a Gym

08:20 A Day in the Life of a Strength Coach

11:20 Training for a Triathlon: Personal Goals

14:06 Working with Ian Machado Gary

17:42 Building Relationships in the Fight Sports Community

18:53 Early Sports and Fitness Journey

24:39 The Journey Back to Fitness

27:20 Discovering Coaching and CrossFit

29:07 Building Confidence Through OPEX

32:32 The Professionalism of Coaching

36:27 Training Athletes vs. General Population

38:48 Foundational Lifestyle Guidelines

42:26 The Importance of Mentorship

49:57 The Essence of True Mentorship

51:26 Journey Through Mentorship and Influences

53:55 Building Relationships and Client Loyalty

56:03 Strength and Conditioning in MMA

01:03:25 The Role of Digital Content in Coaching

01:11:19 Future Aspirations and Continuous Learning

Read the full article on Coach Brandon Gallagher here.