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

#bitesize - The Crucial Role of Rehabilitation in High-Performance Sport with Jackson Dennis 20.12.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Key Components of a Successful Rehab Process - Loading and Tissue Management in Rehab - Functional Anatomy and Its Importance - Impact of Rehab Experience on Strength and Power Roles - Technological Advancements in AFL Reconditioning ‎ 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. An...

#327 - Ross Herridge Building Speed in Pace Bowlers 16.12.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - The Importance of Speed in Bowling - Effective Strategies to Increase Bowling Speed - How Fast Bowlers Stay Safe and Avoid Injuries - Building Fitness for Pace Bowling - How Bench Players Stay Match-Ready ‎ 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 sho...

#bitesize - Switching Sports: Lessons from Rugby to AFL with Sam Dodge 13.12.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Why Changing Sports Can Make You a Better Coach - New Training Ideas from Different Sports - The Importance of Neck Strength in AFL - How Rugby and AFL Train for Speed and Agility - Personalizing Strength and Power Workouts for Players ‎ 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....

#134 - How Strength and Conditioning Coaches Can Maximize the Off-Season 09.12.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎‎ - Offseason Strategies for Coaches and Athletes - Preseason Preparation and Connection Phase - In-Season Training and Consistency ‎ 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 us a review. ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/c...

#bitesize - Strategic Planning & Creativity in High-Performance Sports with Bill Tait 06.12.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Principles of Strategic Planning - Creativity in Planning - Effective Review Processes - Decision-Making in High-Pressure Situations - Effective Communication Strategies ‎ 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. ‎ Feed...

#133 - Back on Track: Master the Art of Returning to Running Post-Injury 02.12.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎‎ - Key Markers for Phases of Recovery - Reconditioning Phase - Performance Phase - When to Use Accelerated vs. Conservative Models - Using Awareness and Danger vs. Pain Scales ‎ 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 us a revi...

#bitesize - Strategies for Managing Performance Teams in AFL with Scott Murphy 29.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Empowering Your Team - Combating the "I" Mentality - Building Player Confidence - Influencing Player Lifestyle - Managing Perceptions During Challenging Times ‎ 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...

#326 - Strength Training for Beginners vs. Advanced Athletes with Darrell O' Neill 25.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Should You Get a Master's Degree Before Coaching? - Differences in Training for Beginners vs. Advanced AFL Athletes - Tailoring Programs for Younger and Older Players - Managing Large Training Groups: Balancing Macro and Micro - The Benefits of Rehab S&C for Athlete Development ‎ Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell u...

#bitesize - How to Boost Your High-Speed Running Performance this Summer 22.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Short Rep Running - Job Returns or Shorter rest periods - Dividing Distance - Setting Targets and Recovery ‎ 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://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link...

#325 - Lachlan James Tailoring Strength Assessments for Elite Athletes 18.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Developing the Five Strength Qualities - Importance of Maximal and Fast Strength - Isometric vs. Dynamic Strength Training - Reactive Strength for Field-Based Athletes - Common Mistakes in Strength Programming ‎ 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 th...

#bitesize - Elevating Performance: The Key Pillars of World-Class Training with Blair Mills 14.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Influences and Coaching Philosophy - Challenges and Growth in Elite Sport - Creating a World Class Training Environment - Programming and Periodization Strategies ‎ 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: h...

#132 - Unlock the Secrets: The Ultimate Guide to Developing Running Power for Footballers! 11.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎‎ - Transitioning Between Sports: Personal Insights - High-Performance Certificate Program - Key Areas of Speed Development - Profiling Athletes for Optimal Performance - Strength and Conditioning Strategies ‎ 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 t...

#bitesize - Run Faster: 5 Tips for Hitting a 2km Personal Best 08.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Understanding Your Running Type - Calculating Your Anaerobic Speed Reserve - Optimal Training Frequency - Incorporating Variation in Training - Cross Training as a Substitute - The Importance of Recovery ‎ 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...

#131 - A Year-Round System for Athlete Development and Program Success 04.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎‎ - Transitioning Between Sports: Personal Insights - High-Performance Certificate Program - Key Areas of Speed Development - Profiling Athletes for Optimal Performance - Strength and Conditioning Strategies ‎ 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 t...

#bitesize - Optimizing Your Off-Season from Regeneration to Training Phase 01.11.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Importance of the regeneration phase - Variation in off-season activities - Trying wrestling or MMA to improve contest skills - Running with track athletes to improve speed ‎ 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. ‎ F...

#324 - Anthony Cutrupi Combining S&C and Tactical Training for High Performance 27.10.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Advice for Aspiring S&C Coaches - Integrating S&C with Tactical Training - Running Drills and Motivational Psychology - Using the Broaden-and-Build Theory in Crafting Sessions - Feedback and Drill Adjustments ‎ 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...

#bitesize - Off-Season AFL Recovery and How it Should Differ From In-Season 24.10.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Why ice bath is bad for off-season - When to use cryotherapy as a recovery method - Sauna and other recovery methods for off-season - Importance of rest days - Rest and optional activities ‎ 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...

#bitesize - The Hidden Formula for Lightning-Fast Athletes: Expert Tips from Jonas Dodoo 17.10.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How world-class coaches program their athlete training cycles - Mastering fundamentals of movement before advancing to sport-specific techniques - AI technology that Jonas uses for advanced sport video analysis - Education and evolution over simply seeking buy-in - How Jonas uses contrasts in training as coaching cues ‎ Have feedback on the show? We would love to h...

#323 - Daniel Cross High-Performance Rehab: The Art of Reconditioning AFL Players 13.10.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Advice to athletes transitioning to high-performance sport - Stages of reconditioning - Balancing pressure and care for athletes under rehab - Daniel’s approach to lazy athletes - Pet peeve and athlete accountability ‎ 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 enjo...

#bitesize - AFL Draft Combine Preparation and Strategies with Jack McLean 11.10.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Yo-yo test tips and techniques - 2k time trial strategy - Agility test preparation - Standing and dynamic jump testing - 20-meter sprint tips ‎ 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://preparelikeapr...

#322 - How the 30-Day Challenge Fast-Tracked Matt Newbold’s Coaching Business 06.10.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Results Matt achieved by the end of 30 days - Client acquisition and managing time - Monitoring leads and sales - Goals for the business for the next 3 months - Matt’s strategy for content creation ‎ 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, plea...

#bitesize - Understanding Body Mechanics: Frans Bosch's Approach to Training 04.10.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Training Coordination vs. Isolated Strength - Understanding Muscle Slack and Athletic Performance - Balancing Strength and Speed in Rugby Training - The Role of Attractors and Fluctuators in Sports - The Importance of Flexibility in Athletic Performance ‎ Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think...

#321 - Dean Ritchie Mastering High Performance: Secrets of Concurrent Training 29.09.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - What is concurrent training and why it’s crucial for AFL athletes - How to balance between resistance and endurance training for AFL players - Programming differences between combat sports vs. AFL - Maximizing post activation potentiation in same day concurrent training - Systematic models in UFC training ‎ Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send...

#bitesize - Balancing People Skills and Technical Skills in High-Performance Sport with Julian Jones 26.09.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Balancing people skills and technical skills for coaches - Profiling tools and what Julian use in his team - How to phrase your proposals to get buy-in from athletes - Tools he use to visualize movements to athletes - Julian’s process in recruitment and management strategies ‎ Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us w...

#129 - No Quick Tan, No Quick Gains: The Truth About Building Strength & Fitness 22.09.2024

Highlights from the episode: ‎‎ - Regeneration and gradual build-up phase - Overview of different gym programs - Adding running sessions to the program - More sessions and new drills as we near preseason - Monitoring progress and adjusting training targets ‎ 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, i...

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