Pacey Performance Podcast

In episode #485 of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob chats to High Performance Consultant, Martin Buchheit, to explore the critical aspect of evaluating performance staff within sports organizations. How success is measured among performance staff is often a topic of discussion and too often reduction in injuries or win:loss records are the best we can come up with. We are expertsd in profiling o...

In episode #484 of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is joined by Eamonn Flanagan to dissect the intricacies of "true" plyometrics and their pivotal role in sports performance and rehabilitation. Eamonn shares his journey into the world of plyometrics, sparked by undergraduate curiosity and further fueled by a colleague's PhD research. The discussion navigates the critical aspects of preparing at...

In episode 483 of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob speakers to Director of Applied Sports Performance at Liberty University, Connor Schoepp. With a focus on the critical role of isometrics in enhancing athletic performance and aiding rehabilitation, Connor shares his extensive experience and insights gained over nine years in the collegiate professional level. Delving into why isometrics have be...

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is joined by Steve Short, the VP of Sports Medicine at the Denver Nuggets. With a wealth of experience in sports medicine, Steve delves into the complex world of assessing and rehabilitating hip and groin injuries in athletes. Steve begins by sharing his journey in sports medicine and the challenges he's faced, particularly in dealing with hip...

Gavin featured on episode #475 of the Pacey Performance Podcast. This #bitesize episode takes a great clip from that episode where he discussed - Why we need to test neck strength What positions are most reliable What technology is needed to test neck strength  Check out the full episode with Alberto here - https://www.sportsmith.co/listen/methods-for-testing-and-training-neck-strength/ This episo...

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, after 7 years since he first appeared on the show , Rob is joined by High Performance Consultant, Kelvin Giles . With a career spanning decades in both the UK and Australia, Kelvin brings a wealth of experience and insight into the challenges and successes of coaching. This episode takes an in-depth look at the shifting landscape of youth sports, f...

Alberto featured on episode #467 of the Pacey Performance Podcast. This #bitesize episode takes a great clip from that episode where he discussed - What is curvilinear sprinting and why should we care What tests can we use to understand curvilinear speed How to train it on the field Check out the full episode with Alberto here - https://www.sportsmith.co/listen/curvilinear-sprinting-how-we-can-tes...

In this informative episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, host Rob Pacey is joined by Andy Ryland, Senior Manager of Education and Training at USA Football. They delve into the critical aspects of tackle technique in rugby and American Football, and the importance of building confidence in contact situations across sports.  Andy, with his rich background in both American football and rugby, sh...

I this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is talking to Coach and Founder of SpeedSig, Jason Weber. Jason first came on the podcast in 2015 when he was with the Fremantle Dockers in the AFL but since then has had roles in A-League soccer and the military. But for the last 2 years Jason has been working on a new project, SpeedSig. In this episode, Jason takes us through his journey of us...

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob delves into the evolving world of athlete support with Founder and CEO of 292 Performance Ben Rosenblatt and Managing Director, INTRA Performance Group James Collins. This discussion pivots around the growing trend of athletes assembling personalized support teams to elevate their performance and extend their careers. Ben and James, with their...

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob talks to Head of Athletic Performance and recent World Cup winner with the Springboks, Andy Edwards. He emphasizes the importance of creating a close-knit team atmosphere, much like a family, where hard work and high standards are the norm. Edwards talks about his start at Saracens before moving onto the Springboks, and how maintaining consiste...

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is joined by Tom Tombleson, Senior Strength and Conditioning Coach with England Rugby. A significant part of their conversation focuses on the innovative use of the warm-up as a movement screen. This technique, honed through his extensive experience in various coaching roles, including his time at Super Rugby with the New South Wales Waratahs,...

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob welcomes Gavin Pratt, the Director of Strength and Conditioning at the UFC Performance Institute. This conversation offers an exclusive look into the world of neck strength training and testing protocols for elite UFC fighters. Gavin Pratt, with his extensive background in strength and conditioning, delves into the critical role of neck strengt...

Steph Mock, Assistant AD for Sports Performance at the University of Pittsburgh is on this week's episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast. Steph traced her journey from high school sports to a collegiate volleyball career at West Virginia University. She later transitioned into strength conditioning, working at Clemson University and Mississippi State University, before returning to her alma mate...

In the Pacey Performance Podcast, host Rob Pacey engages with Aaron Cunanan, the Director of Applied Sports Science for the Cincinnati Reds, delving into various facets of his professional journey and perspectives on sports science. Cunanan begins by acknowledging the influence of mentors like Duncan French , Jeff Head, and John Wagle, who have significantly impacted his development both as a prof...

Hailu featured on episode #446 of the Pacey Performance Podcast. This #bitesize episode takes a great clip from that episode where he discussed - The difference between folding and sitting Coaching the skill of change of direction How to coach the reacceleration after a deceleration Check out the full episode with Hailu here - https://www.sportsmith.co/listen/improving-change-of-direction-ability-...

The podcast features Aaron Walsh, a mental skills performance expert, discussing the importance and integration of mental skills in sports performance. Aaron, with a background in sports and a passion for understanding performance, delves into the mental aspects that differentiate successful athletes from others. His journey, which includes experiences in the US and New Zealand, highlights the sig...

This week on the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is joined by three amazing guests, all with incredible amounts of experience developing speed with youth athletes. Alan Murdoch, John Garrish and Micheál Cahill kick off this episode with one of the key questions and one that is talked about a lot, what are the differences when training speed with youth athletes versus adult athletes. Should we be as...

Jordan featured on episode #452 of the Pacey Performance Podcast. This #bitesize episode takes a great clip from that episode where he discussed - How to ensure your contract is suitable for pro sport What its like to lose your job Getting professional advice should the worst happen Check out the full episode with Jordan here - https://www.sportsmith.co/listen/being-the-managers-guy-and-the-realit...

This episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast sees Rob speaking to Head of late stage rehab & sports science at Isokinetic Medical Group, London, Filippo Picinini. The discussion delves into the stages of on-field rehabilitation. Stage one focuses on linear movements, helping players restore confidence and familiarize themselves with the environment. The emphasis is on separating conditioning...

Nick featured on episode #221 of the Pacey Performance Podcast. This #bitesize episode takes a great clip from that episode where he discussed - The importance of having a clear CPD plan How to choose a mentor Do you even need a mentor? Check out the full episode with Nick here - https://www.sportsmith.co/listen/pacey-performance-podcast-221-nick-grantham-part-2/ This episode is supported by RockD...

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Matt Buckthorpe, a senior lecturer in strength, conditioning, and physiology, delves into the intricate journey of ACL rehabilitation. Matt's expertise stems from his extensive experience with Isokinetic Medical Group and a profound interest in sports medicine, particularly ACL injuries. The discussion navigates through the critical phases of ACL r...

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Senior Adjunct Fellow at University of Technology Sydney, Tania Spiteri discussed the pivotal considerations surrounding agility and change of direction (COD) training and testing. Tania brings forth her extensive experience, ranging from grassroots to elite and Olympic level athletes, to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of thes...

Warren featured on episode #384 of the Pacey Performance Podcast. This #bitesize episode takes a great clip from that episode where he discussed - The difference between agility and change if direction Why testing agility is difficult What options we have for testing agility Check out the full episode with Warren here - https://www.sportsmith.co/listen/agility-training-creating-drills-that-transfe...

In the latest episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, host Rob Pacey welcomes Alberto Filter, a renowned football researcher hailing from Spain. The conversation delves deep into the intricacies of curvilinear sprinting, a critical yet often overlooked aspect of football training. Alberto reveals a compelling statistic: a vast majority, about 85%, of sprints in football are curvilinear rather th...