2021 Human Performance Summit Schedule

8:00AM – 12:00PM

Training & Research Military Meeting
UFC Performance Institute Media Room

Closed meeting by invite only. This session is ideal for those in military or government roles that work closely with research and development. 

8:00AM – 9:00AM

Registration and Breakfast (provided)

9:45AM – 10:30AM

KEYNOTE – Leadership’s Role in Inspiring & Building Resilience Through Training | Chief Josh Smith, Ret. U.S Air Force

11:00AM – 12:00PM

Cardiovascular Demands of Baseball Pitching & Conditioning Program Implications | John Wagle, Kansas City Royals

The physical conditioning and preparation of baseball pitchers is a frequent topic of debate. This talk aims to summarize the bioenergetic and cardiovascular demands of pitching – supporting a pragmatic approach to program design.

1:00PM – 2:00PM

Utilizing an Integrated Approach to Develop Players | Georgia Giblin, Detroit Tigers

This session will explore how the Tigers form an in-depth understanding of newly acquired players by utilizing various technologies to centralize data. By leveraging this information, those in the Human Performance industry can individualize player plans for holistic development.

2:30PM – 3:30PM

PANEL | Building a High Performance Culture
Moderator: Dr. Duncan French, UFC Performance Institute
Panelists:

• Lauren Green, Louisiana State University
• Dr. Josh Hagen, Ohio State University
• Dr. Pinata Sessoms, Naval Health Research Center
• Holly Frantz, University of Maryland

How can we create an environment in which we support athletes & operators holistically? This panel will dive into ways that human performance organizations can utilize culture to improve performance standards.

3:30PM – 4:15PM

The Development of the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness System (H2F) and the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) | Colonel Bigelman, US Army

Join this talk to learn about the Amy’s H2F system to improve Solider readiness and lethality, optimize physical and non-physical performance, reduce injury rates, improve rehabilitation after injury, and increase overall effectiveness. The development of the ACFT, the forthcoming fitness test for the US Army will also be discussed.

4:15PM – 5:15PM

UFC Performance Institute Tour

5:15PM – 9:00PM

Social Event, hosted by Fusion Sport
UFC Performance Institute 

8:00AM – 9:00AM

Breakfast (provided)

9:00AM – 10:00AM

PANEL | Unlocking Human Potential
Moderator: Dr. Marcus Colby, Fusion Sport
Panelists:

• Adam Strang, Air Force Research Labs
  
• Fernando Montes, LA County Fire
• Gillian Bower, US Ski & Snowboard
• Joe Patterson, CCDC

Hear from a diverse panel as we discuss emerging technologies and processes to unlock human potential. We’ll explore cognitive hacks, physical preparation techniques and how to maximize the use of data to advance human performance.

10:00AM – 11:00AM

Athlete Management Solutions: The Evolution of Athlete-Centered, Data-Driven Cultures | Andy Guard &  Lea Thomann, US Soccer

This session explores how an AMS can assist in increasing collaboration in both centralized and decentralized programs, provide universal access to information for decision-making, and enhance health and wellness outcomes.

11:15AM – 12:00PM

Santa Ana College Fire Technology: Turning Data into Outcomes | Joe Dulla, LA County Fire & Kris Ross, SACFIT

How can human performance programs effectively translate data and sports science into real-world outcomes? In this session, learn about how the Santa Ana College Fire Technology program effectively analyzes 30-years of firefighter fitness, wellness, and health data, to further optimize firefighter wellness efforts.

12:30PM – 1:30PM

Lunch (provided)

2:15PM – 2:45PM

The Road Ahead | Dr. Markus Deutsch, Fusion Sport