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"My son Aaron has trained with other trainers and the attention that Joel provides is superior! The mental component has been a game changer for Aaron. Joel has helped him take his vision of becoming a D1 athlete and turn it into reality. He helped Aaron articulate both long and short term goals to achieve his vision of success. Joel’s coaching and leadership have taught Aaron the life skills necessary to get through the highs and lows of being an athlete, how to persevere through the tough times, analyzing and verbalizing how to improve, and how to communicate with teammates/coaches."

- Arlene Eberhard, Mother Aaron Eberhard, D1 St. Bonaventure Lacrosse

PODCASTS

You Don't Know Squat!

You Don’t Know Squat is the ultimate podcast for athletes who want to level up their game—on and off the field. Hosted by former Division I baseball teammates and squat partners, Joel Patrick and Shane Miller, this show is powered by 50 years of combined experience helping athletes crush their goals.

From dominating the weight room to mastering the mental game, Joel and Shane break down what it takes to succeed physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually as an athlete. Every episode is packed with real talk, lessons from their playing days, coaching wins (and fails), and practical tips you can use to unlock your full potential.

If you’re ready to chase greatness, sharpen your edge, and build a mindset that matches your grind, tune in. It’s time to bridge the gap between mind, body, and soul—and discover what you’re really capable of.

Discipline Over Fear

In the Discipline Over Fear Podcast we explore the motivations, drivers, behaviors, and disciplines that we observe in the highest performers. We dive into the possibility that though our environment does play a role in our current beliefs which drive our current behaviors and ultimatelly produce the outcomes we are currently experiencing, there is reason to believe that with INTENTION towards developing a GROWTH mindeste, creating a LOGICAL plan, sprinkling in some CREATIVE thinking, you too can create DISCIPLINE to overcome the fears holding you back from your dream life.

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Vision

Clear vision aids long-term success, yet many student-athletes lack tools to define goals. Without clarity, motivation fades, effort wanes, and growth opportunities vanish. We must help them shape a compelling future.

“Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.”

- Albert Einstein

Goal Setting

Many student-athletes and parents struggle without effective goal-setting tools, leading to frustration and short-term thinking. It’s time to move from chasing external benchmarks to a vision-driven approach that values growth, effort, and long-term success.

"Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment"

- Jim Rohn

Physical Goals

Many student-athletes chase random workout benchmarks without linking them to their long-term vision. Let’s set meaningful goals that make training purposeful, emotionally resonant, and truly transformative.

Planning and Debriefs

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Mental Conditioning

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"The Impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way."

- Marcus Aurelius

Character Skills

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Training Life

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"To change a habit, make a conscious decision, then act out the new behavior."

- Maxwell Maltz

TESTIMONIALS

"I’ve been training with Joel for just under two years at the time of writing this. I can confidently say that as a result of his training, I’m prepared for collegiate level athletics and have learned to understand discipline, nutrition, and proper injury prevention. Every day that I come in, we find something that can be made a little bit better, and over time this has made a huge difference in my game. Regardless of your sport or goals, he has something to add, and I personally recommend him to all of my teammates!"

Alli Farmer, D1 Canisius University Volleyball 2025 Commit

"Joel Patrick trained me 1 on 1 all through high school and college. Who better to go to during a quarantine than the legend himself! The best coach and biggest impact on my athletics career when it came to physical, but more importantly mental toughness. Follow him now and improve your overall quality of life."

– Dan Miranda, Buffalo State College Men’s Head Volleyball Coach

"Joel has helped me in numerous ways since I began training with him. He is the first trainer I have gone to where I have truly seen my progress show, on and off the volleyball court. What sets Joel apart from others is his approach when coaching. He focuses not just on physical training, but mental strength, as well. He treats the two equally, which is extremely important. Going to train with Joel has easily become my favorite part of the day and I look forward to it each week. He continues to help me become who I want to be and I am so thankful!"

Maddie Keem, D1 Bryant University Volleyball 2025 Commit

“Joel played a very important role in my athletic career once I realized my potential to play at the next level. He helped me transition from an average athlete to one of the top athletes in the state at the time. He’s focused, he cares and he’s dedicated to seeing you have the results and success that you ultimately want.”

- Jordan Johnson, Running Backs Coach, Penn University (IVY)

"The summer I trained with Joel, he not only guided my physical training but also helped me grow mentally. He played a big role in preparing me for both my college lifting schedule and fall season, while also supporting my recovery and rebuilding my confidence after an injury. The workouts were customized to address my personal goals and weaknesses, which allowed me to make the most progress during the time we worked together. He simulated the intensity and structure of college workouts and this allowed me to feel completely ready when transitioning from high school to college athletics. In every workout, he ensured that my form was correct to prevent any further injuries and took the time to help me build a stronger foundation to grow from. Throughout my time working with Joel, he helped me become physically stronger, mentally more confident, and overall more prepared for my future experiences."

- Jordan Hummel, D1 Davidson College Volleyball, 2024 A10 Lebero of the Year

"Working with Joel has helped me both mentally and physically. When training with him I could definitely see improvement in my play on the court as well as in my mental health. It also got me ready to play at the next level in college and helped me with independence and the importance of taking accountability and working on myself even when it wasn’t a requirement and it helped me to choose to improve myself for me and not for anyone else."

- Sarah Barnum, D1 Mercyhurst Volleyball

"If you are an athlete looking to gain an edge physically, mentally or in a leadership capacity, you need to be working with Joel. He gets the most out of athletes, myself included. He took me beyond my limits and cultivated a mindset that I still have today. There is nobody better than Joel in the sports performance field. You need to be training with him if you want the best version of yourself."

- Casey Cacz, Athlete

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Recommended Reading

Hidden Potential by Adam Grant

Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxell Maltz

Switch on Your Brain by Dr. Caroline Leaf

Smart Moves: Why Learning is Not All in Your Head by Carla Hannaford

Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain by John Ratey

7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Franklin Covey

Think and Grow Rich by Napolean Hill

Focus by Daniel Goleman

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