AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How he made his connection as a physio and move up the ranks - Mentors who shaped Steve's career - How he handles guys with shoulder and wrist issues - Advice to working with big groups trying to get the best bang for their buck - Key equipment Steve recommends including in the gym for teams with minimal budget - Light recovery protocols Steve recommends for post-g...

Key Topic: How to create a successful athletic development program. ‎ Highlights from the episode: ‎ - His key philosophy for athlete development in team sports - Developing functional competency in athletes - The significance of development windows in the program - The perks of developing young athletes - Importance of an integrated and holistic program ‎ People mentioned: ‎ - Phillip Moore - Lia...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Training themes - The energy of the group - The balance between work and time away from the club - Importance of offsite sessions ‎ 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...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Nutrition advice for developing footballers - Where to find Dom's recipes that people can follow - Benefits of periodization - Mentors and influencers who shaped Dom’s career - When and what an athlete should eat during a game - Eating window time before or after the game to not feel sick

Key Topic: A guide to speed development for NRL athletes Highlights from the episode: - Secrets behind maximizing speed potential in NRL athletes - How Nathan sets position-specific strength targets to optimize athletes' roles on the field - Common mistakes athletes make when improving speed - What a successful speed session looks like - Supplementary exercises for injured athletes to prepare them...

Highlights of the episode: - Have a theme from a marketing point of view - Have a consistent schedule - Involve the community and provide free value - Collaboration - Retention  Are you ready to enhance your coaching business? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints. Book a FREE business discovery call https://calendly.co...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How Nik discovered his passion for sports - How he smashed his interview and landed his first job - People who influenced his career - The language barrier and Nik's work challenges in China - What basketball opportunities for S&C in Australia look like - What Nik believes it takes to be a successful athlete or S&C coach

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - What mental fatigue is and how it differ from physical fatigue - How does mental fatigue impact athletic performance - Common signs or symptoms of mental fatigue - Effective strategies to tackle mental fatigue - How personality traits and coping strategies impact an athlete's susceptibility to mental fatigue

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Start preseason in January - Complete 80% of your training sessions - Rest every 8 to 10 weeks - First session should be a flush run - Hamstring strengthening and lengthening ‎ 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...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How he met Loris Bertolacci - How to get the most out of your internship - People who influenced his career - How his philosophy change on how a footballer should prepare for a game - His life motto

Key Topic: How to periodize for different energy needs depending on the sport and athletes ‎ Highlights from the episode: ‎ - What is periodization and how it relate to nutrition for athletes - Nutrition difference between endurance athletes and power athletes - Common mistakes athletes make when it comes to their nutrition - Best recovery foods and supplements for athletes - Adjusting athlete's n...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Midfielder position training - Inside mid-position training - Midforward and speed defender position training - Key forward and ruckman training ‎ 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 footb...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How he started footy and the people who influenced him - How Jacob managed to still perform during the challenging COVID-interrupted football season of 2020 - What does his best footy playstyle look like - His key focus during the offseason or preseason - His gym work routine for the week

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - His advice for people who don't upskill themselves and stay in their comfort zone - Performance facilities and tech they use in defense - What their periodized annual plan looks like - How they do rehab in defense - Fit For Life philosophy and injury mitigation

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Get a surplus of your caloric intake - Eat plenty of protein - Lift Heavy - Get enough rest and sleep - Hire a strength and conditioning coach

Highlights of the episode: ‎ - Matt's top tips for developing strength & conditioning coaches wanting to gain work experience in elite sport - Matt explains the use of tactical periodization in AFL - Successful methods he used to get buy-in for athletes who don't like the gym - His favorite acceleration drills for athletes - Tips and tricks to deliver a clear message during a presentation

Key Topic: How to continue to maximize athletic development while managing a condensed schedule. ‎ In this episode, we are thrilled to have Scott Smith, the renowned strength and conditioning Coach at Melbourne Victory join us as our special guest. ‎ Scott is a highly respected figure in the sports industry, with over 15 years of experience in strength and conditioning coaching. He has worked with...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Tip #1: Hit 2 to 3 reps of your max velocity once a week - Tip #2: Improve max strength - Tip #3: Consistency Pays - Key Core exercise for the week: Rotational Power throw ‎ AFL Core Exercises: ‎ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVS4ZGBUcw0zzKEpjNKTpJiK9m8pTwqs- ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, to...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Mindfulness training - How he works on his weaknesses during the offseason - What he does before a game that benefits him - His plan for life after footy - How to boost team morale for next week's game after a loss - How he trains for explosiveness

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - What does peak performance look and feel like - His philosophy on educating athletes struggling to move on after making a mistake - Habits to help with concentration - How coaches and support staff can help athletes reach peak performance - Apps and resources for teaching athletes mindfulness and peak performance ‎ Connect with Alex: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin....

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Tip #1 - Tip #2 - Tip #3 - Free workout for aerobic capacity ‎ 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/plp2

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How he started his passion for strength & conditioning - People who influenced his career and philosophy - How he earned leadership positions in different sports - How does he manage multiple tasks/responsibilities - His favorite life motto

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Effective ways to profile athletes - Technical skills for S&C coaches to develop - Tips for improving communication and engagement with athletes - Tools he uses for visualization of movements - His do's and don'ts for the management of staff

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Sport Demands - Environment Constraint - Athletes Profile - Podcast recommendation ft. Marketing Millenials ‎ 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.co...

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - His biggest challenges and what he learned - How he upskills himself - What he notes down on athletes during the rehab process - Do you have to lie to change an athlete's mentality - How often do athletes stick to the rehab plan 100% - His pet peeves in work/life