Coach's Lab with John Murphy

In this episode, we unpack the critical question: should female adolescents participate in strength and conditioning (S&C) programs? Based on a discussion with sports coaching students, this discussion provides valuable insights into the considerations, benefits, and best practices for youth S&C. We explore: The Big Question: Should female adolescents do S&C? (Spoiler: yes—with caveats...

How do you design a gym programme that hits all the main things required to benefit performance on the field? Does a gym programme or session look different it’s for an individual or a group working together? Is it possible to individualise a gym programme for a full panel of players? Find out the answers to all of the above in this episode. Find our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@...

We discuss a few bits of guidance when it comes to planning your preseason. Find the YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@fhsperformance8651 Recent Article on MAS Based training: https://fhsperformance.com/2025/01/09/what-ive-learned-about-mas/ Our Need For Speed 6 Week Programme: https://fhs-performance.kit.com/products/need-for-speed-6-week-programme

Introduction to the show. Host: Dr John Murphy, lecturer in Sports Management & Coaching at SETU Waterford. GAA Coach, S&C, Nutritionist Will dive into the various principles underpinning GAA Coaching acorss, S&C, Nutrition, Speed, Recovery, Analysis etc. Follow me on @fhsperformance across social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fhsperformance/ Twitter: https://x.com/fhsperf...