The Robbie Bourke Podcast

This episodes guest is  James Fitzgerald  of  OPEX  (formerly OPT). James has 20+ years of experience and service as a strength coach/technician, tireless practice on refining energy system work, nutritional and lifestyle balancing techniques. James was also the first man to win the Crossfit games in 2007. On this episode James and I discuss:- James background and influences- James Training philos...

This episodes guest is Greg Everett. Greg is the owner and head coach at  Catalyst Athletics.  Greg has authored a number of  books , is the editor of the  Performance Menu journal , and recently released a documentary  " American Weightlifting". Greg is a renowned Olympic Lifting expert and someone I have been wanting to get onto the podcast for a long time. On this show Greg and I discuss:- Back...

This episodes guest is  Rob Panariello. Rob is a strength and conditioning coach and physical therapist who is the founding partner and Chief Clinical Officer at  Professional Physical Therapy  which is situated in multiple location throughout New York, USA. Rob has more than 30 years of experience in the related fields of Sports Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, and the Performance Training of...

This episodes guest is Dr. Quinn Henoch from  Darkside Strength  and  Juggernaut Training Systems. Quinn is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Strength and Conditioning Coach based in Kentucky, USA. On this episode Quinn and I discussed:- Quinn's background and influences- Problems that Quinn see's within both the training and rehabilitation fields- Quinn's training and rehabilitation philosophies...

This episodes guest is  Christian Thibaudeau. Christian is a world renowned expert in all things strength training. Christian is most popular for his extensive articles on T-Nation , and also for the  books that he has so far author on advanced training methods for size, strength, and power development. On this episode Christian and I discuss: - Christians background and influences- Problems that...

This episodes guest is Kevin Larrabee for the the Fitcast  and Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning (MBSC) . Kevin is the head if educational at MBSC. On this show Kevin and I discuss: - The recently established  Functional Certified Strength Coach Cert (FCSC) and its upcoming date in Dublin in Feb 2015 - Body By Boyle online - MBSC Thrive - Kevin's Background- Kevin's Influences- Biggest things K...

This episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning Coach Joe Bonyai. Joe is the head Strengh and Conditioning coach at  Empower  in New York, USA. On this episode Joe and I discussed: - Joe's Background- Joe's Influence- Joe's take on Olympic Lifting for athletic development - Joe's Training Philosophy- Joe's take on adapting  Cal Dietz   Triphasic Training  Principles to train help train his (Joe's...

This episodes guest is yours truly! Danny Lennon from  Sigma Nutrition  generously came onto the show to host this episode to allow me to talk all about my first educational product - The  "Ultimate Performance Seminar Series" . What we discuss in this episode is what you guys well get when you  purchase this product . You will get almost 20 hours of online world class strength & conditioning/ phy...

This episodes guest is Coach Cal Dietz. Cal is the  Head Olympic Strength and Conditioning at the University of Minnesota .  Cal is also the co-author of  Tri-Phasic Training , which can be found on his website  XL Athlete.com , as well as on  Amazon . On this show Cal and I discussed:Cal's BackgroundCal's InfluencesMany many topic about his Tri-Phasic Training Protocol I hope your guys really enj...

This episodes guest is Mike Tuchscherer. Mike is the owner and head coach at  Reactive Training Systems . Mike was the first man from USA powerlifting the win a gold medal at the world games. He has coached over a dozen competitors at the world championships, a score of national champions, and multiple world record holders. On the episode Mike and I discussed: - Mike's background- Mike's Influence...

This episodes guest is Precision Nutrition's Brian St. Pierre. On this episode Brian and I discuss many topics including: Brian's BackgroundProblems Brian see's within the Nutritional ProfessionBrian's take on changing clients habitsBrian's take on Gluten sensitivity and eating whole gainsAnd much more. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong,RB

On this episode I interview Strength and Conditioning Coach Buddy Morris. Buddy is the current Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the  Arizona Cardinals.  On this episode Buddy and I discussed: - Buddy's Background- Buddy's Influences- Problems that Buddy see's within the Strength and Conditioning Profession- Program Design- Periodization- And Much More Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Str...

On this episode I interview Strength and Conditioning Coach Brett Bartholomew. Brett is a Strength and Conditioning Coach with  EXOS .  On this episode Brett and I discuss:  - Brett's Background- Brett's Influence- Problems that Brett see within the Strength and Conditioning Profession- Program Design- Periodization- Energy System Development -  The upcoming EXOS Phase 1 Mentorship in Ireland - Au...

This episode's guest is  Brett Jones. On this episode Brett and I discussed: - How exactly to administer all 7 tests on the Functional Movement Screen - The most common errors Brett and I see with people administering the FMS Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong,RB

This Episodes Guest is Strength and Conditioning Coach  Dan Baker. Dan is the former Strength and Conditioning Coach to the Brisbane Brancos, has a PhD in Sports Science, and is the President of the  Australian Strength and Conditioning Association. On this episode Dan and I discussed: - Dan's background- Dan's Influence's- Program Design - Periodization- Energy System Development - Maximum Aerobi...

Just me on this episode with a dedicated show on Performance Testing. Show Notes can be found here. Hope you guys the enjoy the  show . Stay Strong, RB

On this episode I interview Functional Medicine Practitioner Ameer Rosic . Ameer and I discussed many topics including: - Ameer's Background- Ameer's application of Functional Medicine- Ameer's thoughts on Seasonal Eating- Ameer's take on Sleep and Circadian Rhythms- As well as many more topics on how to optimize your health and wellness Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB

On the episode I interview Strength and Conditioning Coach  Keir Wenham-Flatt . Keir is currently working with EXOS as the head Strength and Conditioning with the Argentina Rugby team. On this episode Keir and I discussed many topics including: - Keir's Background- Keir's Coaching Philosophy- Keir's take on Energy System Development- Keir's thoughts on Program Design & Periodization- As well and m...

This Episodes Guest is  Jim Wendler . The is a renowned writer and former competitive powerlifter. Jim is of course the developer and author of one of the most known training systems of the past 5 years  5/3/1 . In the episode Jim and I discussed: - Jim's background- Influences on Jim as a lifter, coach, and in life in general- Problems that Jim sees with the Industry- Dymanic Effort Training for...

On this episode I had the pleasure in interviewing Coach  James Smith . James and I discussed mant topics including:   - Problems that James see's within the Physical Preparation culture - James thoughts on Energy System Development - James thoughts on Olympic Lifts for Explosive Strength Development - And much more Hope you guys really enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB

Just me on this show discussing some Energy System Development stuff. Enjoy. Stay Strong, RB

The episodes guest is Strength and Conditioning Coach  Eric Cressey . Eric is Co-Founder of Cressey Performance  in Hudson, MA, Boston, in the USA.  On this episode Eric and I discussed many topics including: Eric's background, influences, problems his sees within the industry, training the overhead athlete and many more. Hope you guys enjoy the show. Stay Strong, RB

This episodes guest is Coach Chad Wesley Smith of  Juggernaut Training Systems. On the episode Chad and I discussed many topics including - Chads take on problems that he sees within the strength and conditioning industry, Chads coaching philosophy, Chads view on energy system development for alactic-aerobic sports such as American Football, as well as many other great topics. Hope you guys really...

This episode I talk about warm up templates and body compositions templates. Show Notes can be found  here.   Enjoy. Stay Strong,   RB

On this episode I talk about some of the templates that I have used to develop work capacity.   Show Notes can be found here.   Enjoy.   Stay Strong,   RB