Training the Gamecocks: Coach Luke Day on Building Elite Athletes | Truth Serum with Tyler Minton | Ep.006

What does it really take to build beasts—in body, mind, and spirit? In this raw and powerful episode of Truth Serum, I sit down with Coach Luke Day, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for South Carolina Gamecock Football and one of the most impactful voices in the world of performance coaching.

Luke brings the heat as we dive into:

🔥 The truth about training elite D1 athletes—and what most coaches miss

🏈 The behind-the-scenes culture that’s driving Gamecock Football

💥 Why strength is more than muscle—and how mindset shapes everything

📖 The role of faith, failure, and finding purpose through pressure

Whether you’re in the weight room, on the field, or just trying to win at life—this one hits different. Get ready for depth, fire, and a whole lot of truth.

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Tyler is a seasoned expert with years of experience in nutrition, sports science, and elite performance. Truth Serum is your go-to source for fad-busting, practical nutrition, and candid truths about health.

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