#232 Asaad Ali-BSAR Part 2

12/04/24 • 22 min

In part 2 of our conversation with Asaad Ali on *Beyond Sets & Reps*, Asaad continues to share his journey, discussing his transition from athlete to videographer and his approach to building his own legacy while honoring his father’s. He recalls his early career in baseball, including scouting for the White Sox and coaching, before taking a turn into videography at the University of Louisville. This career shift provided a new platform for his competitive drive as he set his sights on producing content that reflects his deep understanding of sports and the athlete's journey. Asaad discusses the importance of leveraging his name responsibly, demonstrating how he’s shaped his professional identity through hard work, self-motivation, and the experiences that have defined his path.

Asaad also emphasizes the mindset that helps him create impactful sports content, drawing from his own athletic background and inspiration from directors who bring authenticity to their work. He details the fulfillment he finds in capturing the emotions and moments that matter most to athletes and their families, building meaningful relationships along the way. His insights encourage young athletes to consider life beyond the game and invest in personal growth early. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and listen, as Asaad's reflections on growing up as Muhammad Ali’s son and his journey through sports set the stage for this powerful continuation.

Shoutout to our podcast sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm, for making these episodes possible!

Shoutout to our podcast sponsors, Sorinex and EliteForm, for making these episodes possible!

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#231 Asaad Ali-BSAR Part 1

In this first part of the conversation, Asaad Ali shares his experience of growing up as the son of Muhammad Ali, delving into the unique and challenging aspects of living in his father’s public shadow. Asaad reflects on the symbolic presence of his father in Louisville, where reminders of Muhammad Ali are everywhere—from airport names to local landmarks—underscoring the deep connection between his father and the city. He discusses the sense of pride and resilience he inherited from his father’s legacy, aligning it with the underdog mentality often embraced by the University of Louisville community. Throughout the conversation, Asaad emphasizes the importance of remembering Muhammad Ali as both a global icon and a devoted father, offering insights into his journey to navigate and define his own identity.

Asaad’s memories reflect both ordinary and profound moments, including watching his father’s fights on VHS as a way to connect while Muhammad Ali was traveling for humanitarian work. He shares stories about how people reacted differently to his father in Louisville versus other places, allowing Asaad and his family moments of privacy that might not be possible today. He also delves into how he chose to carve his own path through baseball rather than boxing, finding a personal sense of accomplishment outside of his father’s legendary career. This episode reveals a thoughtful, grounded approach to balancing family legacy with personal aspirations, providing listeners a deeper understanding of both the public and private dimensions of the Ali family.

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#233 Dr. Tim Suchomel Part 1- R2RR

In this first part of a new Research 2 Reps Roundtable podcast episode, I’m joined by my co-hosts, Dr. Ernie Rimer and Dr. Ted Lambrinides, along with our guest Dr. Tim Suchomel, Associate Professor and Director of the Sports Science Master’s Program at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Suchomel shares his extensive background in strength and power-oriented training and his current research on athlete monitoring and long-term athlete development. He delves into how his work on neuromuscular research and combining athletic, academic, and sports medicine resources is shaping his approach, particularly as he transitions to Pittsburgh and navigates the challenges presented by the transfer portal and extended athlete eligibility.

The conversation expands to discuss the importance of collaboration between organizations such as CSCCA and NSCA. We explore how working together can help create consensus statements and unified guidelines to address athlete health and performance challenges, particularly as the landscape of collegiate and professional athletics evolves with increased athlete transfers. Dr. Suchomel highlights the growing need for data-driven solutions and partnerships within the sports science field to ensure better development of athletes and to adapt to the changing dynamics in sports. This episode provides key insights into the future of strength and conditioning and how collaboration will drive progress in the industry.

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