The Gap

Welcome back to The Gap Podcast with Hitman Performance (Brett Hart) and Jacked Javelin (Dan). In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Paul, one of the most forward-thinking coaches in modern sports performance, to break down what it really means to become a “new athlete” in today’s era.Athletes aren’t just lifting weights anymore— they’re training their nervous system, their tendons, their mindset, and their ability to absorb, redirect, and produce force at elite speeds. Ryan explains how training has evolved, what separates average from elite performers, and how young athletes can start building the foundation now.If you're a coach, parent, or athlete who wants to understand the future of performance training, this episode is a must-watch.What defines the “new athlete” in 2025 and beyondWhy neurology and nervous system training matterDeveloping elastic strength, stiffness, and force absorptionHow to structure training for long-term athletic developmentLessons from coaching high-level performersMindset shifts every athlete needs to makePractical takeaways for youth, high school, and college athletesThe Gap dives deep into sports performance, neurology, elite training methods, and athlete development, featuring top coaches, researchers, and athletes from around the world. Hosted by Hitman Performance & Jacked Javelin.Ryan PaulInstagram: @newathleteHitman Performance (Brett)Instagram: @bretthart__Jacked Javelin (Dan)Instagram: @jackedjavelin

Thanks for listening to The Gap! Subscribe to our YouTube: https://youtu.be/xIIp22kG0vYMichael Jordan and Alex Hormozi may come from different worlds — one from the basketball court, the other from business — but both share the same hidden fuel: dopamine. In this episode, we break down why both men can be seen as dopamine addicts, and how their obsession with improvement, competition, and validation reveals the neuroscience of greatness.We explore how dopamine drives ambition, why high achievers get hooked on progress itself, and what separates productive obsession from self-destructive addiction.How dopamine controls motivation, focus, and the pursuit of goalsWhy Michael Jordan’s competitive drive mirrors Alex Hormozi’s business obsessionThe difference between discipline and dopamine addictionHow Hormozi’s “building is the reward” mentality reflects the same psychology as Jordan’s “I took that personally” mindsetWhat neuroscience says about the chase, the win, and the crashHow to use dopamine for sustainable success without burnoutBoth Jordan and Hormozi thrive on the chase, not the finish line.Dopamine doesn’t make you happy — it makes you crave more.Jordan’s rivalries and Hormozi’s business sprints activate the same reward circuits in the brain.They’ve turned addiction into productivity, mastering their chemistry rather than being ruled by it.The dark side? Constant pursuit can lead to emptiness, burnout, and identity loss when the rewards fade.Dopamine is the molecule of wanting, not having.For Michael Jordan, every missed shot, insult, or slight triggered a biochemical mission — to prove something.For Alex Hormozi, it’s building, optimizing, scaling, and repeating — not for money, but for the hit of progress itself.Both men represent the ultimate dopamine loop:Trigger → Action → Reward → Craving → Repeat.They’re addicted not to outcomes, but to momentum.When dopamine spikes, so does focus, creativity, and energy.But when it crashes, the void hits hard — which is why the world’s most driven people often can’t stop.They need a new goal, a new game, a new challenge.That’s what makes them great — and what makes them restless.This episode breaks down the balance between drive and contentment — how to channel dopamine like Jordan and Hormozi without burning out or losing fulfillment in the process.🧠 What You’ll Learn:🔥 Key Takeaways:🧩 The Dopamine Loop:🧠 The Science of Drive:

Watch on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGapPodIn this episode of The Gap, Brett (Hitman Performance) and Dan (Jacked Javelin) sit down with elite decathlete Jason Rotger to break down what it truly means to train for ten different events—and how those principles translate directly into youth sports development.We unpack the movement qualities every young athlete needs, why decathlete-style training creates unmatched speed and power, and how developing versatility early builds long-term athletic potential. Jason shares his approach to sprint mechanics, strength work, plyometrics, and the mindset required to handle a multi-event workload.Whether you’re a parent, coach, or athlete looking to improve speed, coordination, and total-body performance… you’ll learn exactly how to train smarter, move better, and build the foundation for elite sport.

Check Us Out On YouTube! https://youtu.be/k7xIvfTAGWoIn this episode of The Gap #122, we sit down with Luke Dawson, better known as Throw Ched, to break down why today’s pitchers MUST become more athletic if they want to survive in the modern game. Velocity is skyrocketing, workloads are heavier, and injuries are at an all-time high — which means the old model of “just throw more bullpens” is officially dead.Luke explains why rotational athletes need to train like sprinters, jumpers, and throwers, not bodybuilders or distance runners. We cover the movement qualities that actually translate to velocity: dynamic hip rotation, elastic power, javelin-inspired sequencing, and the ability to create force fast. If you’re a pitcher trying to increase velocity, reduce arm stress, and build a body that can handle a full season, this conversation gives you the blueprint.We also discuss why siloed “pitching-only” development is holding athletes back, how poor athleticism limits mechanics, and what baseball can learn from javelin, track and field, and power-speed sports. Luke breaks down how he trains his athletes, the drills he prioritizes, and the gaps in the baseball development world that need to be fixed immediately.✅ Topics Covered:• Why pitchers must become better overall athletes• Rotational power & elastic strength explained• What baseball can learn from javelin throwers• Speed, plyos, and sprint-based training• How athleticism increases velocity & reduces injury• Strength training that actually translates to the mound• Throw Ched’s philosophy on building durable, explosive pitchers• The future of baseball development in the high-velo era

Work with Jake Online: https://www.skool.com/lightning-lab-baseball-4703/about?ref=f6370453776e48ed8a2263b0db95f49eUnlock the secrets behind long-term baseball development with Jake Oliger, one of the most forward-thinking throwing minds in the game. In this video, we break down the REAL roadmap for building elite velocity, durability, and longevity—while also exploring why Shohei Ohtani is a once-in-a-generation anomaly in today’s high-velocity era.Whether you’re a pitcher, position player, or a coach trying to build athletes the right way, this episode dives deep into how training age, movement quality, rotational power, and arm-care consistency shape a player’s career trajectory. Jake explains why the best athletes don’t just stack velocity—they build a foundation of mechanics, adaptability, and athleticism that lasts.We also analyze Ohtani’s unprecedented blend of biomechanics, athletic efficiency, and workload tolerance, and what actually separates him from typical MLB development paths. With Tommy John surgery becoming more common as velocities rise, we break down how to train smarter, develop rotational athletes sustainably, and protect the arm across an entire career.If you’re serious about long-term baseball success—and you want a blueprint that works—this is a must-watch.✅ Topics Covered:• Long-term pitcher development• Youth vs. elite training priorities• Why Ohtani breaks every rule• Velocity vs. durability• Arm-care principles that actually matter• How to build power without destroying the elbow• Lessons from javelin, baseball, and rotational sports