Coach's Lab with John Murphy

The Gaelic Football landscape is evolving with new rules set for 2025, and players, coaches, and teams need to adapt smartly. In this episode, we break down what these changes mean for player fitness, game strategy, and training approaches. From new 1v1 scenarios to shifting speed demands, we’ve got all the insights you need to stay ahead. 🔥 Key Insights Covered: 1️⃣ Start the Season the Right Wa...

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...