The Physical Performance Show

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Rob de Castella - AUS Marathon Legend & Indigenous Marathon Project Founder Listen in as we delve into the following: Rob’s early days in running When Rob found that he started to show promise Why running hills were a big part of Rob’s training program Three of Rob’s strong attributes Having a strong self belief in his abilities Quick Fire performance questions Why Rob admires Ron Clarke Rob’s passion for Marathons Rob explains the Indigenous Marathon Project A transformational story from the Indigenous Marathon project Rob’s Best advice for marathon runners 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Dane Bird Smith - AUS Olympian: Bronze Medallist Rio 20km Race Walk. Dane unpacks his preparation and training as well as the triumph of winning a bronze at the Rio Olympic Games. Listen in as we delve into the following: How Dane got into Race Walking. Dane picking up Race Walking naturally and winning nationals all within a year Training for World Juniors Setting a 10km record Gaining qualification to Rio Olympics Unpacking the Rio Olympic Games The last 3km of the race and the challenge set The emotion of finishing third in Rio Working and training on technique Dane’s Dad on the emotion of the win. Where the nickname ‘Birdman’ came from The medal – weight and heaviness and what it means to him Dane’s future goals Dane’s physical challenge – L Sit for 5 seconds 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Caine Eckstein - 24hr Pull Up World Record Holder - 7620 Pull Ups.  Caine recently broke the Guiness World record for the most pull ups in in a 24 hour period Listen in as we delve into the following: Caine unpacks his training leading up to the Pull Up World Record How Caine found out the record had been updated at the last minute The Fatigue at 18 hours into the Record Caine’s team and Support Crew The toll on Caine’s hands with pull ups Being awake for 48 hours straight Coping with Injury leading into Ironman series Caine is training for Coast to Coast in February Caine’s 100 Club App 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Jess Trengove - Dual AUS Olympic Marathoner + 2014 Commonwealth Games Bronze Medallist.  During the episode Jess unpacks the preparation for the Rio Olympics which was soured with injury and how she overcame that to get ready for Rio.  Jess also tells us about her career as a physio and her new product and business venture called Rundies. Listen in as we delve into the following: Why lightning scares Jess the most Growing up in South Australia Enjoying Cross Country and attending Nationals for Cross Country How Jess came to focus on Marathons Jess’s take on the Rio Olympic Experience Cross training in the gym to recover from injury Jess’s very sporty family Jess’s best tip for recovery Jess’s physical challenge – Emma Coburn’s - Single Leg Pistol Squat Jess’s new venture with her boyfriend - ‘Rundies’ which are comfortable underwear especially for runners and athletes 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Jenny Alcorn - Hawaii Ironman Triathlon 55-59yrs Champion.  Jenny has recently won the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon 55-59yrs.  During the episode we unpack the race and her passion for coaching athletes. Listen in as we delve into the following: Why the fear of racing a mountain bike downhill scares Jenny Where it all started for Jenny in triathlon Jenny getting the bug Jenny’s passion on coaching juniors Jenny’s most memorable race Unpacking the Hawaii Ironman race Coming off the bike 1 minute ahead in the race. Being 20 seconds in front at the 30km mark. A great camaraderie at race end Performance Questions Why Jenny admires athletes that set themselves a goal even with their limitations Jenny’s top tip Who Jenny would have dinner with and why Jenny’s challenge – who can do the most burpees in 90 seconds. 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Eloise Wellings - AUS Dual Olympian, 5000m & 1000m Olympic Finalist.  Eloise has been a dual Olympian and 3 times Australian Commonwealth Games Representative.  From persevering through a massive 11 Stress Fractures over 10 years and going on to find her passion and become involved in the Love Mercy Foundation. Listen in as we delve into the following: Why not getting the most out of herself scares Eloise the most. Coping with anxiety and self-doubt during a race The trust in other runners during races Reaching Personal Best times Eloise’s resolve to run relaxed and mantras Eloise’s reason for being scientific about body image Who Eloise admires the most Eloise’s toughest Competitor Why Eloise would like to spend 3 – 12 months in Uganda Eloise’s passion for Love Mercy Foundation Why Eloise got involved with Love Mercy Foundation Eloise’s experience on the Alter-G that aided her recovery Eloise’s Physical Challenge – 5 chin ups in a row Brad’s challenge for Cents for Seeds through Love Mercy Foundation 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Ryan Gregson - AUS 1500m Record Holder, Dual Olympian Listen in as we delve into the following: Why injury scares Ryan the most Playing Hockey growing up Winning the Australian title at 16 for mountain running and travelling to Turkey Handling the pressure in the heats Ryan’s routine for the ice baths Ryan’s period of injuries Ryan study of Marketing at University Ryan’s best advice Nick’s regular exercises Managing Tendons and pain Ryan’s bucket list to work at an AFL club How Ryan met Genevieve Ryan’s Physical Challenge – Hip Stability 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Genevieve LaCaze - Dual AUS Olympian, 3000m Steeplechase & 5000m Listen in as we delve into the following: What scares Genevieve the most Genevieve’s amazing year of consistent Personal Best times What was going through Genevieve’s mind on the starting line Why Genevieve loves training in a group What Genevieve has happening over the next year Genevieve growing up on the Gold Coast and excelling at cross country. Being offered a full athletic scholarship to a College in America. Genevieve’s thoughts on burning out early. The struggles runners face. Genevieve’s Ankle fracture. Tough training sessions Why Genevieve admires Emma Coburn Genevieve’s bucket list of having 5 kids 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Jordan Mercer. Listen in as we delve into the following: Jordan’s love of playing guitar, music and freestyle rapping Being offered a position at AIS in Canberra at 12 years old. Jordan’s success in Surf Lifesaving Jordan’s first ironwoman competition Jordan on how she was feeling during the races Jordan’s focus on the Summer of Surf Series Training for Molokai, Hawaii Working with the High Performance Team at Red Bull Jordan’s Physical Challenge this week 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 

In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Barney and Kate Miller. Listen in as we delve into the following: Barney's horrific accident at 19 years old and being told that he would never breathe unassisted or use his right arm or legs. Barney wanting to prove everyone wrong Barney’s extensive injuries and rehabilitation How Kate and Barney met Finding Project Walk The most significant moment during Project Walk Realisation on when Barney would start walking again (not if) Training with Mick Fanning Barney getting back into the surf again Kate’s singing career Being approached about the ‘You and Me’ documentary How the documentary has changed their lives 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