
The Physical Performance Show
The Physical Performance Show exists to inspire people to achieve their physical best performance through candid interviews with the world’s best and most inspiring physical performers. The show's host Physiotherapist, Best selling Author, and accomplished athlete Brad Beer delves into how top physical performers achieve success and the highs and lows of the journey in getting there.
Latest episodes

Feb 16, 2017 • 1h 3min
47: Brittany Broben - London 2012 Silver Medallist 10m Platform
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Brittany Broben - London 2012 Silver Medallist 10m Platform. During the episode Brittany unpacks a very moving story of a rapid rise in diving and at age 16 winning a Silver Medal at the London Olympics but then suffering a major shoulder injury during the trials of the Rio Olympics. Listen in as we delve into the following: What is one thing that scares Brittany Growing up on the Gold Coast Commuting to Brisbane for a Diving Program Discovering her gift for diving Brittany’s greatest achievement during her diving years Rapid Round Questions Brittany’s shoulder injury Making the decision to end the Rio experience Starting in a triathlon program Physical Challenge - Do a pin drop off the 7.5m pool If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Feb 16, 2017 • 1h 11min
46: John Shaw - World Age Marathon Record Holder 63yrs 2:41:33
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with John Shaw - World Age Marathon Record Holder 63yrs 2:41:33. During the episode John unpacks his younger years, his time as a couch potato and then getting into running 59 to go on and set a Marathon World Record at age 63. Listen in as we delve into the following: Growing up in Tasmania Enjoying AFL at a young age Family Life John’s first Marathon Finding a new coach Melbourne Marathon Running a sub 2:50 Relay Record John’s achievements over the last year John’s training leading into the marathon Running in Perth Training session that John doesn’t like John’s Physical Challenge – 5km Run If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Feb 13, 2017 • 1h 34min
45: Madeline Hills - 3000m Steeple & 5000m Olympic Finalist
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Madeline Hills - 3000m Steeple & 5000m Olympic Finalist. Madeline unpacks a story that is quite unique. Madeline was an up and coming aspiring runner but then fell on some tough times. After taking an 8 year hiatus from the sport, she found her love again of the sport and unpacks how she went within 18 months of her first return run to representing Australia at the Rio 2016 in 3000m and 5000m Steeple Chase. Listen in as we delve into the following: What scares Madeline the most Growing up in country NSW Joining a running club at 15 Missing selection for Commonwealth Games, Melbourne 2006 Becoming a pharmacist Taking an 8 year break Madeline’s sense of guilt in retiring early How Madeline found her passion again Coping with Work, Study and Running commitments Running the 5000m steeple chase Who Madeline most admires Madeline’s physical challenge – Pilates Circles If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Jan 29, 2017 • 53min
44: Chloe McCardel - Triple English Channel Crossing & 21 English Channel Crossings
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Chloe McCardel - Triple English Channel Crossing & 21 English Channel Crossings. During the episode Chloe unpacks her determination and strength throughout her journey of crossing the English Channel Multiple times. Listen in as we delve into the following: Why swimming with Salt Water Crocodiles scares Chloe the most Focusing on a personal challenge at a young age Finding her love of open water swimming Training for the English Channel crossing Unpacking the Triple crossing Combatting Hypothermia during the crossing Battling Jellyfish Being inducted into the hall of fame Finding the zone Pushing her own physical performance Chloe’s Physical Challenge – 1km open water swim If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Jan 28, 2017 • 58min
43: Mat Belcher - Olympic Gold Medallist 470 class & 6x World Champion
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Mat Belcher - Olympic Gold Medallist 470 class & 6x World Champion. Mat shares his journey from the early days through to meeting his wife and having their two children and winning Gold at the Olympics. Listen in as we delve into the following: Representing Australia in the Olympics Travelling and being away from family Mentoring Will through their partnership Growing up on the Gold Coast Watching the Olympics London Olympic experience Performance round Questions Who Mat most admires Mat’s fitness regime The Zone on the water Mat’s bucket list Mat’s best advice Mat’s Physical Challenge – A long run – over 20km If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Jan 16, 2017 • 59min
42: Cassie Fien - Dual City 2 Surf Champion, GCAM Half Marathon Champion, & AUS Half Marathon Representative
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Cassie Fien - Dual City 2 Surf Champion, GCAM Half Marathon Champion, & AUS Half Marathon Representative. Cassie shares the highs and lows of her journey, insights around training, treadmill running, her career with RAAF as a fitness instructor and the significant impact on losing her father through a tragic accident at a young age. Listen in as we delve into the following: Why vulnerability scares Cassie Cassie’s story of losing her Dad at a very young age Winning the Gold Coast half marathon Cassie’s early years Cassie’s lack of confidence in running. Cassie’s military career Training on a treadmill Quick Fire Round Questions Cassie’s toughest competitor Cassie’s running program Running in the New York marathon Running the Berlin Marathon Cassie’s physical challenge – Heaves If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Jan 16, 2017 • 59min
41: Patrick Tiernan - AUS 10,000m champion, Olympian, 2016 NCAA Cross Country Champion
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Patrick Tiernan, AUS 10,000m champion, Olympian, 2016 NCAA Cross Country Champion. Patrick unpacks his journey of growing up in his home town, Toowoomba to living in the USA and his Rio games experience. Listen in as we delve into the following: What scares Pat the most Growing up in Toowoomba The sports that Pat played growing up How Pat went to the USA Racing in the USA Rapid Fire Questions Pat’s Favourite Rio experience Pat’s bucket list Things that Pat learned early in his running career Pat’s best tip Pat’s Physical Channel – A good high elbow with a cover drive If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Jan 9, 2017 • 1h
40: Ky Hurst: Dual Olympian, Champion Ironman & Team Oracle USA Member
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Ky Hurst: Dual Olympian, Champion Ironman & Team Oracle USA Member. Ky unpacks his journey of how he changed careers to grabbing a spot on Oracle Team USA as they gear up for the America's Cup Title. Ky shares insights on how it all happened, the training, nutrition and living in Bermuda. Listen in as we delve into the following: What scares Ky the most Ky discusses the newer sailing technique Fitness on the Oracle Team USA Ky joining the team without a sailing background Being based in Bermuda Ky on his early years in sailing Ky’s biggest sporting transition into sailing Favourite training session Who Ky admires the most Ky’s physical challenge – The Murph Challenge If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Jan 3, 2017 • 1h 13min
39: Best of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I share with you highlights from some recent podcasts of the elite athletes that performed at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. Be inspired by the stories on how they got started right through to their best tips. I think this is a great way to put a bow on the year that was and to highlight some of the athletes that went to Rio in 2016. Listen in to the highlights of: Ep 36 - Dane Bird-Smith Highlights in Rio Ep 32 - Eloise Wellings Ep 30 - Genevieve LaCaze Ep 31 - Ryan Gregson Ep 34 - Jess Trengove Ep 38 - Nick Willis If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia

Dec 16, 2016 • 55min
38: Nick Willis - Rio 1500m Bronze Medallist
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Nick Willis - Rio 1500m Bronze Medallist. Nick unpacks his injuries leading up to the Olympics, winning the bronze at the Rio Olympics and his rest and recovery post games. Listen in as we delve into the following: Congratulations to Nick on winning Bronze at Rio Nick sneaking in on third in the semi Nick’s doubters on improvement leading into Rio What Nick has been up to post Rio Nick’s injuries leading into Rio Nick getting back into running after a break Nick naps during the day Who Nick admires the most Unpacking about the Mile How to train to run your best Mile – Nick’s new business - the Miler Method What’s next for Nick Willis Nick’s Physical Challenge – Get out in the garden. If you have enjoyed the show please hit SUBSCRIBE for to ensure you are one of the first to future episodes. Jump over to POGO Physio - www.pogophysio.com.au for more details Follow @Brad_Beer Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Please direct any questions, comments, and feedback to the above social media handles. Powered by POGO Physio, Mermaid Waters, Australia