291 CHRISTIAN SANDOVAL & SOPHIE SCHRIEVER How to Train and Think Like an Athlete

biomechanics training Aug 22, 2025

   

Christian Sandoval is a Strength and Conditioning Coach and Exercise Scientist with credentials including ISSA Master Trainer, Certified Speed and Agility Specialist, StrongFirst Level I Instructor, and Olympic Lifting Instructor, and the Founder and Owner of Total Athlete Training (TAT) in Utah.

Christian's own journey began with a 20-year active-duty career in the U.S. Army. After retiring in 2014, he built TAT from the ground up. Today, it’s more than a business—it’s a performance-driven legacy in motion.

Christian's education includes an AS in Exercise Science, BSBA in Marketing, MS in Organizational Leadership, and an MS in Human Performance.

In this episode, Christian, Sophie and Tara talk about what it takes to be an athlete, the importance of preparation, effective training versus 'marketing', the value of leadership, and the purpose of life!

 

RESOURCES:

 

CHAPTERS:

0:00 Intro
6:30 Training with a coach vs. social media advice
8:35 Athletes & leadership
13:00 High level athletes & burnout
17:05 Perseverance as life's purpose
28:30 Injuries & training
41:00 Marketing vs. effective training
45:00 When you train as an athlete vs as a gymnast
49:30 Pay a visit to Total Athlete Trainin in Utah

 

WORK WITH ME:
Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how I can help you:

 

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

 

INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS:

☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z

☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15

☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv

 

If you loved this episode, please leave a review!

Here’s how to do it on Apple Podcasts:

  1. Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093
  2. Scroll down to the ‘Ratings & Reviews’ section. Tap ‘Write a Review’ (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
Close

50% Complete

Two Step

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.