EPISODE 255: CHARLIE MELTON
In this powerful episode, Coach Charlie Melton of Baylor Men's Basketball joins Matt Sayman for a deep-dive into training philosophy, athlete development, nutrition, spiritual discipline, and how transformational leadership is built through intentional habits.
Coach Melton reflects on 20+ years at Baylor, detailing the miraculous rebuild from program collapse to national contender. He shares his strength & conditioning secrets for high school and college athletes, tips for injury resilience, Olympic lifting alternatives, and daily success habits that prioritize faith, family, and fitness.
Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or someone hungry for personal growth, this episode delivers an incredible blend of practical insight and deep wisdom.
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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• The behind-the-scenes rebuild of Baylor Basketball from rock bottom to tournament glory 🏀
• Training truths for high school athletes: imbalances, strength splits & injury prevention
• Why Olympic lifts aren’t the only way to develop explosive power ⚡
• The contrast training methods Coach Melton uses to build elite athletes
• Daily habits rooted in faith, poetry, journaling & devotionals 🙏📝
• How nutrition & intermittent fasting keep him lean, strong & sharp into his 50s
• Why relationship longevity with players matters more than ever 📲
• Coaching through today’s challenges with transfer culture & NIL 🎯
• Using text messages and music to keep former athletes connected 🎵
• Powerful legacy moments – including being coached by his own son 💚
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Recommended For:
• Basketball coaches (high school, college, pro)
• Strength & conditioning professionals
• Christian athletes and coaches
• Parents of student-athletes
• Athletic directors and program builders
• Anyone passionate about faith, fitness, and intentional living
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