Rodeo Athlete Development

Rodeo Athlete Development

@championlivingfitness

Elite Performance Coach. CSCS, OPEX CCP. Founder of Champion Living Fitness, the leading strength & conditioning program for rodeo athletes.I work with NFR qualifiers, world champions, and driven athletes across rodeo, hunting, and the western lifestyle, helping them build strength, resilience, and longevity in and out of the arena. The videos I share are a direct look into the training, mindset, and systems we use to perform at the highest level. My goal is to educate, challenge, and help you become stronger, more capable, and better prepared for whatever you’re chasing; whether that’s in the arena, backcountry hunts, or life.

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Before the coffee, get your electrolytes in.
YouTubeSep 21, 2026
Evidence Changes Your Identity
YouTubeSep 16, 2026
Catch Check Change Prove It
YouTubeSep 15, 2026
Champion Lemonade Available Now
YouTubeSep 15, 2026
Stop Toxic Positivity Right Now
YouTubeSep 14, 2026
Everyone Assumes There's A Tomorrow
YouTubeSep 12, 2026
Take control of your thoughts and own your reality
YouTubeSep 11, 2026
How Rodeo Athletes Should Be Training | Speed, Strength & Mindset
YouTubeSep 11, 2026
Gratitude and perspective.
YouTubeSep 10, 2026
Champion Lemonade is almost here
YouTubeSep 8, 2026
Injuries Follow You Forever
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
Watch the full story and feel inspired!
YouTubeSep 4, 2026
build your confidence today
YouTubeSep 3, 2026
Finding joy in the darkest times is possible
YouTubeSep 2, 2026
Your Brain Keeps Score
YouTubeAug 29, 2026
Urgency Today, Patience Decades
YouTubeAug 28, 2026
Confidence Is A Receipt.
YouTubeAug 27, 2026
Who Gave You The Deadline?
YouTubeAug 26, 2026
High school rodeo athletes: how many days should you actually be lifting?
YouTubeAug 24, 2026
Champion Lemonade Coming Soon!
YouTubeAug 24, 2026
How to Build a Better Rodeo Athlete | Confidence, Culture & Youth Bull Riding
YouTubeAug 24, 2026
Urgency Today, Patience Decades
YouTubeAug 22, 2026
Confidence isn’t something you just wait for
YouTubeAug 20, 2026
Become Predictable To Yourself
YouTubeAug 20, 2026
3 year v.s. 10 year Goals
YouTubeAug 19, 2026
Confidence Is a Receipt: Stop Waiting to Feel Ready
YouTubeAug 19, 2026
You Don’t Have to Believe Everything You Think: How to Take Back Control
YouTubeAug 8, 2026
16,000 Miles on Horseback: The Untold Story of Filipe Masetti Leite
YouTubeAug 1, 2026
He Survived Grizzlies, Drug Lords & Jaguars
YouTubeJul 31, 2026
What Every Athlete Should Know About Ibuprofen
YouTubeJul 31, 2026
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187. Syncing Fitness Goals with On-the-Road Lifestyle: Exercises for Maximum Results in Minimal Time
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216. How to achieve Peak Performance & Durability for Rodeo Athletes
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From A Shattered Leg, To Losing Everything... How To Rebuild A Life You Want
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Summer Fueling: Detoxifying Your Protein Goals the Rogue Way
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Summer Fueling: Detoxifying Your Protein Goals the Rogue Way

Summer travel and fitness goals don't mean sacrificing purity. Learn how to maintain high-quality, plant-powered nutrition while keeping the toxins out of your system.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Wellness
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Myth of the 'Easy Tone': Why the Real Strength is Found in the Grind
Science
The Myth of the 'Easy Tone': Why the Real Strength is Found in the Grind

We often chase the 'toned' look or the quick fix, but the deepest, most enduring strength—physical or mental—is built not in the spotlight, but in the uncomfortable, relentless grind.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Sinking the Hips and the Ego: Finding the Hidden Treasure in Deep Work
Techniques
Sinking the Hips and the Ego: Finding the Hidden Treasure in Deep Work

True mobility isn't just about stretching; it's about the willingness to sink into the discomfort of deep work, whether it's a hip flexor or a pattern of avoidance.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Mental Edge: How Visualization Supercharges Your Hustle
Science
The Mental Edge: How Visualization Supercharges Your Hustle

Stop just thinking about success and start rehearsing it. Learn how mental imagery can rewire your brain for peak performance and achieve your goals faster.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Out Hustle Mentality
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Grind is the Reward: Finding Control in the Sumo Deadlift
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The Grind is the Reward: Finding Control in the Sumo Deadlift

True strength isn't just about how much weight you lift; it's about the controlled, disciplined tension you maintain through every single rep. This lesson applies to the weights, the ruck, and the recovery.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Beyond the Rope: Building a Life of Discipline and Endurance in the Arena and on the Range
Culture
Beyond the Rope: Building a Life of Discipline and Endurance in the Arena and on the Range

True mastery in the rodeo and on the ranch isn't just about strength; it's about discipline, mental resilience, and building a life that extends beyond the win.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Ropers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
From Greenhorn to Grit: Navigating the Start of Your Rodeo Journey
Culture
From Greenhorn to Grit: Navigating the Start of Your Rodeo Journey

Whether you're learning the ropes or refining your stockmanship, starting out in rodeo is a process built on dedication, learning, and community support.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Ropers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Beyond the Field: Mastering Explosive Power with Power Skips
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Beyond the Field: Mastering Explosive Power with Power Skips

Don't let your conditioning drills get stale. We break down the biomechanics of power skips—a foundational plyometric movement that translates directly to your speed and agility on the court or field.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Athletes
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Late-Season Blues: Why Mobility Is the Hidden Treasure of the Comeback
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The Late-Season Blues: Why Mobility Is the Hidden Treasure of the Comeback

The slump hits everyone—the athlete, the recovering addict, the comeback adult. True strength isn't built with brute force; it's built by mastering the subtle, functional movements that keep you going when everything else fails.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Micro-Discipline: Why Mastering the Heel Tap Matters for Life's Heavy Lifting
Techniques
The Micro-Discipline: Why Mastering the Heel Tap Matters for Life's Heavy Lifting

Sometimes the biggest gains aren't in the big lifts, but in the perfect execution of the smallest, most overlooked movements. This week, we look at the micro-discipline of the Peterson Step.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Hidden Work: Why Slow, Controlled Movement is the Hardest, Most Necessary Thing You Can Do
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The Hidden Work: Why Slow, Controlled Movement is the Hardest, Most Necessary Thing You Can Do

True strength isn't built with quick fixes or flashy movements; it's found in the disciplined, often boring, control of the foundational muscles.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Hidden Treasures of Effort: Why Quick Fixes Are Killing Your Progress
Science
The Hidden Treasures of Effort: Why Quick Fixes Are Killing Your Progress

We all crave the 'quick win'—the single hack, the easy supplement, the simple routine. But real progress, whether in the gym, the river, or life, demands a brutal commitment to sustained effort.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Glute Activation Gap: Why Your Hips Are Failing Your Ambition
Techniques
The Glute Activation Gap: Why Your Hips Are Failing Your Ambition

The easiest path is the path of neglect. We explore how proper glute and hip activation is a foundational piece of functional movement, mirroring the discipline needed for true life change.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Art of the Neutral Hip: Why Your Mobility is a Mirror of Your Will
Techniques
The Art of the Neutral Hip: Why Your Mobility is a Mirror of Your Will

True strength isn't just lifting heavy; it's the quiet, relentless work of restoring neutral function in your hips, a physical reminder that recovery—in any area of life—requires constant, mindful effort.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Core isn't just your abs: Foundational strength for life's heavy lifting
Science
The Core isn't just your abs: Foundational strength for life's heavy lifting

We talk a lot about the six-pack, but true strength—physical and mental—comes from building the foundational core that supports everything else. It's about discipline, not vanity.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Anti-Dopamine Core: Building Stability When Everything Wants to Collapse
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The Anti-Dopamine Core: Building Stability When Everything Wants to Collapse

True strength isn't just about lifting heavy; it's about building the stable, anti-rotational core that holds you together when the easy path tries to pull you apart.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
More Than Muscle: Building a Lifetime of Strength in the Ranch Life
Culture
More Than Muscle: Building a Lifetime of Strength in the Ranch Life

The demanding life of the working cowboy requires more than just raw power—it demands smart, sustainable training for a lifetime on the range.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Ropers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Art of the Controlled Descent: Why Your Hips Are Your Real Strength
Techniques
The Art of the Controlled Descent: Why Your Hips Are Your Real Strength

Mastering the hip hinge isn't just about hamstrings; it's about building the mental discipline required for deep, sustained effort in life and recovery.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Movers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Next Generation: How Global Talent is Elevating the Rodeo Culture
Culture
The Next Generation: How Global Talent is Elevating the Rodeo Culture

The energy of the rising stars is changing the game, bringing international talent and a new focus on athleticism to the heart of rodeo culture.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Ropers
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Beyond the Arena: Building a Legacy in the Working Cowhand Life
Business
Beyond the Arena: Building a Legacy in the Working Cowhand Life

The ranch life is more than just daily work—it's a career path. We dive into the importance of planning, mentorship, and transferable skills for the next generation of cattlemen and cowgirls.

Rodeo Athlete Development
Rodeo Athlete Development
Rogue Ropers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
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