Episode 132: Interview with Brennan Mickelson

Brennan Mickelson is entering his 5th season, and 3rd full season with the Settle Mariners. He hasbeen a strength coach in the AZL, short season, and at full season affiliates. He has a Bachelor ofScience degree in Sports Science with a minor in Strength and Conditioning from WashingtonState University, and a Master of Science degree in Health and Human Performance from theUniversity of Montana. During his studies at both WSU and the U of M he was a howitzercannoneer in the Marine Force Reserves, a personal trainer, teaching assistant, and strengthand conditioning intern. He resides in Missoula Montana with his wife Chloe and his dogHamilton.Topics covered in this episode:-Being named a Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year-Conditioning -His best professional baseball storyQuotes:-"Intern is not the most glamorous job, but it can really pay dividends, especially in pro ball because you get all that experience" (3:51)-"Plans are worthless, but planning is everything" (10:29)-"I think programming for baseball is the hardest" (20:27)If you would like to learn more from Brennan, you can follow him on social media:Instagram:@coachmickelson