Prepare Like a Pro with Jack Mclean
AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers
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
#140 - Protect Yourself From Concussions: A Guide for Footballers 17.03.2025 15:08
Highlights from the episode: - Neck Strength & Concussion Risk in AFL - Tackling Technique & Neck Strength for Injury Prevention - How Athlete Confidence Affects Concussion Risk - Inside the 14-Day Concussion Recovery Protocol - Best Nutrition for Brain Health & Recovery Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what...
#bitesize - In-Season Conditioning Tips for AFL Athletes 14.03.2025 4:43
Highlights from the episode: - Can You Get Fitter In-Season? - Maximizing Speed and Efficiency - Best Conditioning Prescriptions - Managing Fatigue In-Season - Training for Rookies vs. Veterans Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a...
#334 - Chris Miller: Shaping Athletes from the NBA and U.S. Ski Team 10.03.2025 1:05:12
Highlights from the episode: - 3 Hidden Currencies You Gain from Internships - How to Spot the Missing Piece in Athlete Training - How to Assess Athlete Readiness - Skiing vs NBA Warm-Up Routines - How Elite Athletes Shape Team Culture Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if yo...
#bitesize - Navigating the Career Ladder in AFL Strength & Conditioning 07.03.2025 5:23
Highlights from the episode: - What’s trending in high-performance coaching? - Why working with injured athletes is a game-changer - Fastest route to a full-time contract - How to use your networks and references to land a full-time role in pro sports - Steps to progress from assistant S&C to high-performance manager Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us you...
#139 - AFL Periodization Strategies to Maximize Your Season 03.03.2025 24:02
Highlights from the episode: - Understanding Periodization in AFL - Medical Model vs Performance Model - Structuring the AFL Season for Peak Performance - Balancing Recovery and Performance In-Season - Common Training Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be bett...
#bitesize - Phil Graham-Smith on Biomechanics, ForceDecks, and the Future of Athlete Testing 28.02.2025 6:10
Highlights from the episode: - The Birth of ForceDecks - Importance of Needs Analysis in Testing Athletes - Isokinetic Testing and Injury Prevention - Pose Estimation App and AI in Movement Tracking - Building a Technical Model Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enj...
#333 - Alex Sakadjian, Head of Performance at St Kilda Football Club 24.02.2025 42:32
Highlights from the episode: - How to Land Your First Full-Time Strength & Conditioning Job - How Rehab Philosophy Has Evolved in High-Performance Sport - Pathway to Become a High-Performance Manager - The Secret to Leading a Winning S&C Team - How to Make the Jump to AFL Strength & Conditioning Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us...
#bitesize - Preventing Concussions in Young AFL Footballers: Techniques and Training 21.02.2025 5:24
Highlights from the episode: - Tackle Technique and Anxiety Management - Neck Strength and Testing Protocols - Training Techniques for Neck Strength - Importance of Whole Body Strength - Using VR and VOMS for Concussion Recovery Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re en...
#138 - Lifting Weights Every Day, Here’s What Aussie Footballers Should Know 17.02.2025 14:05
Highlights from the episode: - Prioritizing Football Performance - Preseason Conditioning and Game Conditioning - Strength and Power Adjustments - Common Mistakes in Training Programs Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ...
#bitesize - 50 Tips to Get Drafted in AFL 14.02.2025 5:16
Highlights from the episode: - Fundamentals and Game Analysis - Conditioning and Athleticism - Professionalism and Preparation - Elite Performance Mindset - Leadership - Life Balance Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. F...
#332 - Ted Rath – NFL Strength & Conditioning Coach and Author of Beyond Comfort 10.02.2025 40:25
Highlights from the episode: - Career Reflection & Advice - Growth Mindset & Consistency - Understanding Motivation & Building Trust - Mamba Mentality & Work-Life Integration - Leadership & Extreme Ownership Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review....
#bitesize - Daniel Jones on Training NBA vs. AFL Athletes & Data-Driven Coaching 07.02.2025 5:41
Highlights from the episode: - Adjusting Coaching Philosophy in New Environments - Key Differences in Profiling NBA vs. AFL Athletes - High-Performance Programming for Senior Athletes - Enhancing Athlete Buy-In with Program Options - Using AI Tools for Objective Performance Data Analysis Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what yo...
#137 - 2025 Strength & Conditioning Trends What to Watch For 03.02.2025 14:30
Highlights from the episode: - The Rise of Sports Science in Athlete Performance - The Return of PhDs and Placements in Elite Sport - Tactical Periodization in AFL Training - The Evolution of Individualization in Training - The Growing Role of Side Hustles in S&C Careers Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what...
#bitesize - Achieve Your Personal Best: 7 Advanced Tips for a Faster 2K Time Trial 31.01.2025 5:24
Highlights from the episode: - Know Your Current Capacity - Importance of Repeat Speed Day - Flexibility and Mobility - Managing Joint Pain - Set a Target and Use a Running Calculator Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. Feedback: https://pre...
#bitesize - Gareth Sandford on Mastering Speed Endurance and Critical Speed for AFL Athletes 27.01.2025 6:02
Highlights from the episode: - Defining Speed Endurance and Maximal Aerobic Speed - Understanding Critical Speed - Speed, Hybrid, and Endurance Profiles in AFL - How much is too much for a speed profile? - What is the minimal dose for the endurance profile? Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if y...
#331 - Derek Hansen - Enhancing Speed and Efficiency for Athletes 24.01.2025 49:00
Highlights from the episode: - Testing and Profiling Athletes - Improving Athlete Efficiency - Balancing Training Intensity and Efficiency - Ensuring Safe Progressions in Training - Maintaining Work-Life Balance Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a rev...
#136 - 5 Tips to Maximising the 2025 Summer 20.01.2025 12:45
Highlights from the episode: - How Pre-Season Training Predicts Game-Day Success - How to Track High-Speed Metrics for Pre-Season Success - Why Recovering Harder Is Key as Workload Increases - The Downsides of Ice Baths for Muscle Growth in Pre-Season - 80% Rule for Pre-Season Training Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. send us your feedback and tell us what you love,...
#bitesize - Proven AFL Strength & Conditioning Strategies to Elevate Your Game 17.01.2025 5:05
Highlights from the episode: - Why Energy Systems Matter for AFL Players - How to Run Efficiently and Build Stamina - Drills for Strength and Power - Building Resilience for Injury Prevention - Tips for Faster Running and Better Form Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show,...
Top 10 Get Better Plan Episodes of 2024 13.01.2025 13:31
Highlights from the episode: - How we rank them - 10 - EP119 - 10 LinkedIn Secrets Every Strength & Conditioning Coach Should Know - 09 - EP113 - AFL In Season Conditioning - 08 - EP114 - AFL Best fitness training methods & Exercises - 07 - EP101 - AFL Periodisation strategies to maximise your Teams Performance - 06 - EP105 - AFL Fitness Testing Proven Tips And Programming - 05 - EP102 - My AFLS...
#330 - Greg Haff - Optimizing Long-Term Athlete Development Through Periodization 10.01.2025 47:32
Highlights from the episode: - What is Periodization? - Why junior coaching is more important for youth development - Advice for parents to prepare their young athletes - How technology affects the decision making of young coaches - Practical use of velocity-based training Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be b...
Top 10 Podcast Episodes of 2024 06.01.2025 13:22
Highlights from the episode: - How we rank them - Top 10 - Debunking the misconception of "Sugar is the Devil" Georgia Bevan - Top 09 - 3 Athlete Profiles: Speed, Hybrid, Endurance Gareth Sandford - Top 08 - Why Micromanaging Kills Staff Independence Nick Poulos - Top 07 - Movements that Cause ACL Injuries Across Different Sports Sophia Nimphius - Top 06 - How the Disease of "I" Threatens Collab...
#135 - Back on Track: Master the Art of Returning to Running Post Injury 03.01.2025 24:42
Highlights from the episode: - Sport-Specific Rehab Priorities - Testing and Metrics for Rehab Progress - Phases of Return to Performance - Recovery Phase: Pain Awareness and Management - Run Before You Run Phase Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. send us your feedback and tell us what you love, and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave...
#329 - Tim Mosey Building Elite Performance: Strength & Conditioning 30.12.2024 48:03
Highlights from the episode: - Understanding what’s critical vs. noise in athlete training - Categorizing athletes: body composition, strength, or speed focus - Shifting speed training to later in sessions for efficiency - Key injury mitigation strategies for rugby players - The importance of testing to track adaptation and progress Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us...
#bitesize - Proven Ways to Excel in Your AFL Internship 27.12.2024 4:24
Highlights from the episode: - How does curiosity help you shine on day one - How to earn trust and build strong connections - How to show initiative in your internship - What true professionalism looks like - How to prove your impact Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show...
#328 - Injury Reoccurrence in Sports: Key Decisions for Recovery and Return with James Grierson 23.12.2024 45:09
Highlights from the episode: - Managing Injury Recurrences - Taking Ownership in Injury Rehab - Key Factors in Soft Tissue Injury Reoccurrence - Accelerated vs. Conservative Rehab - Effective Communication in Injury Management Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please...
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