Parisi Podcast 034- Conditioning Without Killing Strength: How Strong Athletes Should Really Train Cardio with Chad Coy

In this episode of the Parisi Performance Podcast, host Casey Lee sits down with Parisi Master Coach and elite strongman Chad Coy to tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in performance training: conditioning for strength athletes. From strongman competitions and football to general strength-based populations, Chad explains the difference between event-specific conditioning and building a true aerobic base, how to train energy systems without burning out, and why recovery capacity often determines who wins—not just raw strength. The conversation dives into practical programming strategies, interval work, sleds, bikes, shuttles, and movement efficiency, while dispelling common myths around “just doing the sport” for conditioning. Whether you’re a coach, lifter, or athlete trying to get better conditioned without losing power, this episode delivers actionable insights on how to train smarter, move faster, and recover better.