Prepare Like a Pro with Jack Mclean

AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers

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Welcome to the “AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers" your go-to resource for invaluable insights into the world of elite sports. We're here to empower footballers and high-performance staff with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the AFL arena. Prepare to take your game to the next level with our expert guidance. In this podcast, we tackle a range of burning questions often asked by those striving for excellence in the AFL. From understanding the distance AFL players cover and their training regimen to breaking into elite sports as a strength & co...

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Prepare Like a Pro with Jack Mclean

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Jul 5, 2026

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Episodes

#89 - How to work in the AFL as a strength & conditioning coach 06.08.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - Understand the roles - Develop your coaching skills - Social connection - Technology - Qualifications ‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‎ Book a FREE coaches discovery call https://calendly.com/plp...

#257 - Harry Sheezel, Medium Defender at North Melbourne 03.08.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - Harry's fave recovery methods - The key areas Harry focuses on when playing as a speed forward - Why focusing on your strengths as a player is so critical - Why Harry values training smart and quality of training over volume - Tips for footballers to boost their confidence and the ability to reset during games

#256 - Greg Muller Managing Director at Lead the Pack 01.08.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Common determinants from champions that contribute to athletic excellence - Effective ways to open up the mindset of athletes - Key principles to be an effective leader - How to develop resilient athletes - The significance of trusting your instinct

#88 - How to use Triphasic Strength Program for AFL 30.07.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - What is Triphasic Strength Training - Eccentric phase - Isometric phase - Concentric phase - ACL Injury Mitigation blog post by Dean Benton ‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‎ Book a FREE coaches d...

#255 - Jarrod Egan, Head of Athletic Performance at Sydney Grammar School 27.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - What he would have done differently when he started his career - People who have influenced his career - Drills for running techniques - How he upskills himself - Important things when developing relationships with athletes - Using GPS metrics for injury prevention

#254 - Simon Thomas, Head of High-Performance at Western Force 25.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Elements to create a high-performance environment and a culture of excellence - Effective Communication that drives high-performance - Importance of leadership in maintaining a high-performance environment - Strategies for managing setbacks, overcoming obstacles, and bouncing back stronger in the face of adversity - Practical tips to build awareness and foster pers...

#87 - Enhance Your Performance AFL Post Game Recovery and Body Management 23.07.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - Fuel and hydration strategy on game day - Relaxation strategies - Passive recovery - Active recovery - Cold water immersion - Sleep hygiene ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards greater fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎ Book a FREE footballe...

#253 - Steve Allan, Sports Physio at West Coast Eagles FC 20.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - What does a physio's schedule look like in his time on West Coast - How often an athlete should try something new before deciding to include it in the training - Strategies when working with an athlete for the first time - How often does he work out with the athlete when he does rehab work - His favorite TV series/movie as a physio - Upcoming Athletic Hip and Groin...

#252 - Daniel Zaknich, Senior Physical Performance Coach at GWS Giants 18.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Big rocks when preparing athletes to perform at a high level - Practical tips on strength training and recovery for young athletes - Deficiencies he notices in NAB athletes that prevent them from transitioning to AFL athletes - Future trends in intervention in AFL performance - How he gets coaches on board when he's starting on a new club

#86 - Injury mitigation and rehabilitation protocols for AFL athletes 16.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Efficient and quality movement patterns - Reactive strength and elasticity - Staying curious and having a growth mindset - Consistent routine ‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‎ Book a FREE coaches...

#251 - Nathan Parnham​, Head of Performance Development at Brisbane Grammar School 13.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How he started working with Darren Burgess and gained experience - Mentors who have helped him along the way - Why he decided to be an author and the challenge of writing his book The Sporting Parent - 3 common questions that parents ask him which he answered in his book - Brisbane Grammar School's sports program and what sets it apart from other schools

#250 - Jacob Jennings, Head of Sport Science at Brisbane Broncos 11.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Difference in demand of NAB league and AFL players - Finding his research on what makes athletes get drafted - How he uses GPS data to analyze athlete performance - Key metrics he uses in footy and rugby - Tools and tech he recommends for aspiring sports scientist

#85 - AFL Running Program 09.07.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - Build your base - Football Fitness - Technical proficiency - Microdose your speed and agility work ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards greater fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎ Book a FREE footballer discovery call https://calendly.com/plp...

#249 - Meg Hutchins, Retired AFLW Player | VFLW Player Development Mentor 06.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How AFLW began and Meg's involvement in setting up the Collingwood list and operations - What she learned working as a coach and Bodyfit owner - Meg's mentors along her journey - Her advice on how to prepare for AFL football - Plans for post-footy career and what she's looking forward to

#248 - John Kiely, Senior Lecturer in Performance and Innovation, PE and Sports Sciences 04.07.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - The role of psychological factors that influence athletic performance - Are soft skills trainable? - How to design effective coaching sessions - Athlete recovery for in-season - Building awareness and doing mental warmup before starting a training session

#84 - What AFL players do for recovery 02.07.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - Developing a library of effective recovery techniques - Have a process you stick to - What do you believe works best - Free Workout: Cross-training swim program ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards greater fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎...

#247 - Jaspa Fletcher, Midfielder at Brisbane Lions 29.06.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - His key focuses leading to gameday and his favorite recovery methods - How he develops an elite lifestyle and the importance of hydration and nutrition - How Jaspa focused on developing his full body strength with wrestling and boxing - Importance of hitting max speed for preparing for a game - How Jaspa approaches his rehabilitation and draft year

#246 - Gerard O’Donnell, Coach Education Manager at Athletics Ireland 27.06.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Key components for acceleration in team sport athletes - Training methods and drills he uses to improve top speed, allowing players to reach their maximum velocity on the field - Common misconceptions in acceleration training - What does a top-speed training session look like - Exercises for improving acceleration and power

#83 - Top 10 Tips to Get Better at AFL 25.06.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - Write down clear goals - Breakdown and divide the skill of the topic into smaller parts - Practice regularly - Active learning: take notes, ask, and apply - Seek to understand ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards greater fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate o...

#245 - Joel Hocking, High Performance Coach at St Monica’s College Epping 22.06.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How his love for S&C started - Fave ways to develop himself and his practical skills as an S&C coach - Habits to develop for athletes - Advice on how to structure your training for pre-season - His favorite athletes to work with and his reason - Joel’s pet peeves and how he spends his day off - What an S&C coach job looks like in a high school setting

#244 - Ben Griffin, Manager at RealFITT Strength & Conditioning 20.06.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How RealFitt built their client base - What social media platform to start marketing your brand - How Ben manages his content ideas and how underrated reposting content is - How to create engaging content and standout - Things he wished he knew when starting a business

#82 - Mastering the AFL Marathon - 6 Essential Strategies for Prolonging Your Playing Career 18.06.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - Emphasize key compound movements in the gym - Incorporate explosive movements - Maintain an aerobic stimulus - Recovery - Look after your body’s health - Consult experts ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards greater fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the...

#243 - Anthony Koutoufides, Founder of Kouta Fit and an AFL Legend 15.06.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - People who influenced his footy career - How to improve your power and speed as an athlete - How his sports psychologist helped his mental game - How to relax before a big game - The most important skill a midfielder - What his pre-game routine looks like - The most important quality for a team captain

#242 - Leigh Egger, Head of Performance at Feyenoord Rotterdam 13.06.2023

Highlights from the episode:  ‎ - Feyenoord Rotterdam’s multi-faceted approach to performance - How a breakfast club accelerates successful player development - Benefits of coordinated-based movement training - How he uses movement analysis and aerobic capacity to measure movement efficiency - Software he uses for movement analysis

#81 - AFL Plyometric Training 11.06.2023

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Consider training age - Consider your body mass - Know your medical limitations - Know when to do plyometric training - Make sure you intend to move faster ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards greater fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎ Book a...

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