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Ep. 124: Guest Interview - Elijah Holyfield & David Buer
Episode 1244th February 2026 • The Starting Block Podcast • John Nelson & Chris Scarborough
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In this Guest Interview, John and Chris welcome back Elijah Holyfield and David Buer to discuss athletic development, the transition from football to WWE, and the importance of isometric training. They explore the misconceptions surrounding strength training, the role of the nervous system, and the need for discipline and proper execution in training. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding the true purpose of training and the importance of being prepared for athletic challenges.

**John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not intended to be medical advice & should not be misconstrued as such. You assume all risk & liability by implementing any of the information shared on this show. You should ALWAYS seek the opinions of a qualified healthcare provider in your state/country before using any of the information provided in this show*

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00:00 Welcome to the Starting Block Podcast

02:15 Elijah's Transition to WWE

05:13 The Rise of Isometric Training

10:23 Understanding Strength Beyond Numbers

15:18 The Importance of Proper Execution

20:16 Communicating Training Concepts to Young Athletes

29:53 The Evolution of Measurement in Sports Training

33:08 Understanding Nervous System Training

36:04 The Importance of Signal Clarity

40:20 The Role of Discipline in Athletic Training

45:02 Attention to Detail in High-Level Performance

51:16 The Cost of Compromise in Training

57:09 The Path to Mastery and Preparedness

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