The Lean Body Podcast

Solo Q+A with Brian  1.     For a GAA player, should I be going forward with heavy lifts with a mix of plyometrics for in seasons? 2.     Advice for moving from cutting phase for GAA after a bulk? 3.     Should I deadlift in season? 4.     What are the best testosterone boosting supplements?   The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/

We're back to the monthly format for the podcast. 1.     What split to do in the GAA season? Training Tuesday and Friday. 2.     What is the difference in GAA – strength and condition and hypertrophy programs? 3.     What conditioning drills can I do myself on the pitch? 4.     I'm thinking about training for a half marathon around championship, will this help my performance?   FREE 4 Day GAA Runn...

   A different training split, more gym and controlled settings vs pitch work in the early season  Not enough active recovery  Change in gym work focus (have the strength, need the flexibility or stamina and injury prevention)  Nutritional choice can catch up with you  FREE 4 Day GAA Running Program below https://briankeanefitness.com/running-plan/   The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefi...

Ronan Jones is an inter county Meath footballer. He is also the Marketing Manager at Whoop. In today's podcast, we talk about the WHOOP fitness wearable device, how it works, who it's for and everything you need to know about using it to take your GAA performance to the next level.   Get your WHOOP 4.0 device and one month FREE (link below) https://join.whoop.com/en-eu/BKF

Not having nutrition, sleep and stress management at the bottom of the period Not listening to their body Using the wrong protocols at the wrong time Missing out the marginal gains with cold, ice, rolling etc   FREE 4 Day GAA Running Program below https://briankeanefitness.com/running-plan/   The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/

Part 4 of the biggest mistake series.  Not carb loading correctly Being too strict or too rigid (80:20) Not focusing on whole foods Over reliance on supplements (especially fat burners or weight gainers)   FREE 4 Day GAA Running Program below https://briankeanefitness.com/running-plan/   The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/  

This is a new series I'm trying out for the next few weeks, be sure to let me know how you find it. Following the wrong program for your goals Machines (when and if you should use them) Under or over training Random workouts you see on social media (without context of your goals)   FREE 4 Day GAA Running Program below https://briankeanefitness.com/running-plan/   The GAA Lean Body Program: https:/...

This is a new series I'm trying out for the next few weeks, be sure to let me know how you find it. Not doing plyometrics early in the workouts Not doing single leg work ONLY doing plyometric work in your workouts Under recovery and insufficient programming depending on the time of season   FREE 4 Day GAA Running Program below https://briankeanefitness.com/running-plan/   The GAA Lean Body Program...

The title explains it, I don't really have anything else to add. I will leave this episode up though so feel free to pass the link onto your family, team mates or friends.  Click Here  to get the WHOOP 4.0 device and one month for free!  Enjoy.   

This is a new series I'm trying out for the next few weeks, be sure to let me know how you find it. Programing Maintenance speed work Not mixing it up Not testing it correctly Under recovery – tired legs How to use active recovery   FREE 4 Day GAA Running Program below https://briankeanefitness.com/running-plan/   The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/

  The goals: primary and secondary The specifics: How many times a week, the length of the cycle or phase, sets, rest, tempo etc Recovery methods to support it (sleep , supplements, nutrition and active/physical recovery) Adapting vs optimising – how to navigate this. Some basics essentials to include – compounds, plyometrics, lateral movements, functional bodyweight etc   The GAA Lean Body Progra...

I hope you are having a great Monday. I'll keep it short and sweet today. My New Year's GAA Lean Body Program starts next Monday, 16th of January 2023.  If you are looking to work with me during your pre season, check out the link below.  https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/

Here are five non GAA related books that every GAA should read and I've obviously not included any of my own (as that would be a bit twatty) so if you're a reader, check these ones out. Peak: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sports Dr Marc Bubbs Inner Game of Tennis Timothy Gallwey The Life Michael Jordon Roland Lazenby Becoming a supple leopard – dr Kelly Starrett M...

I've also linked my FREE 4 Day Running Program below if you need more support with this. Happy Xmas  Mexican mile 20m sprint variations 5km run at 70% pace Side to side shuffle sprints Bonus speed work session   FREE 4 Day Running Program below https://briankeanefitness.com/running-plan/     The GAA Lean Body Program:   https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/

If you are worried or concerned about over training – then this podcast should help you a lot. Over training vs under recoce3ry Acute fatigue Functional over reaching Nonfunctional over reaching Over training syndrome How to reverse it The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/

  I started kicking with my left foot but it doesn't seem to be improving – are some people just naturally one footed? Do you think there is any difference in a hurlers vs footballers as athletes? Should I be doing sprint or 5-10kms for fitness until pre-season starts? Do you focus much on mobility? The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/   FREE 4 Day GAA Runnin...

Q+A with Brian.  How many gym and field sessions a week should I be aiming for? Best lower body power exercise for GAA? Could you still train/compete endurance events while back playing GAA? What are your personal GAA goals this year? The GAA Lean Body Program:   https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/   GAA Graduate S+C Only Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program-gradua...

As promised, here is a FREE 4 Day Running Program for GAA Players🏐   Are you looking to improve your GAA fitness?  Need a running program with minimal equipment?    If yes. Great.   For this program, all you need is access to a GAA pitch and a device to download the PDF.   Watch the videos, get your boots on and off you go.   Download your free PDF below.  https://briankeanefitness.com/running-pl...

I'm technically not 35 for another week or so; but it still all holds true. Recovery focus being number 1 New workouts based on dynamic movements Food choices (inflammation) Drinking less and less sugar in my overall diet Supplements for health and energy vs fat loss and muscle building   The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/

Solo Q+A with Brian  Is tracking calories essential for minor players (and GAA players in general)? Do you recommend visualising match situations to improve your game? What is a de-load week? In your opinion where does confidence come from and if you have a bad match, how to get back on track?   The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/   Here is the link for my f...

Do you drink alcohol? And what do you recommend for GAA players, is it a no go? How many days before a game would you do your last gym session? How much training should you do in the lead up to a match? Who is your favourite footballer to watch?   The GAA Lean Body Program:   https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-body-program/

Here's the first of the new weekly series. In today's episode, I go through: The reason I'm going back to GAA after a six year break New S+C style workouts I'm following Weekly physio for an old adductor injury  More carbs in plan to get carb adapted again  Experimenting with new supplement regimen that I may use this season  Free GAA Lean Body Guide (which subscribes you to my GAA email list): ht...

I'm returning to GAA in 2023 after a several year break; and I'm currently preparing my body after years of ultra marathon and endurance events; so I'm testing out this weekly format for the next three months (minimum) - hopefully is helps you on your journey :)  Here is the link for my free GAA lean body guide which should support you; but also adds you to my email list to send in questions for t...

October 2022 Q+A with Brian.  The ideal macro split for a Gaelic footballers? Do you have an off or in season running program to help with fitness? What's more important for a game, hydration or carb load? How often should I be doing plyometrics in my gym program? Hybrid training how to balance half marathon and marathon with games?   The GAA Lean Body Program: https://briankeanefitness.com/lean-b...

Solo Q+A with Brian.  If I do three full body workouts a week, should I be doing different exercise in each workout? I feel like I'm focusing too much on the gym, any tips on how to refocus for GAA, while still gaining strength? How to manage nutrition and training with a cold/flu? Do you have to hit every muscle group I your gym program? Is an ab workout the same as a core workout? I want to grow...