James McCann is the Head of PE (Practical) at Whitgift School. He is also the founder of The Animal Lab. In this podcast James discusses: Driving change in an independent school. Establishing an integrated movement and games PE curriculum. His opinion on the Joe Wicks daily "PE" sessions during Corona Virus. Why he created The Animal Lab. The importance of reflection in coaching practice. You can follow James on Twitter via @theanimallab or the website: www.theanimallab.com . Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram.. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.

James Mealing is the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Harlequins Rugby Academy. In this episode James discusses: His big influences in his coaching journey. Why no one is above the basics. The importance of educating the athlete. The weekly schedule of an Academy player. How Harlequins Academy have adapted to the Corona Virus. The key characteristics of players who go on to senior performance. How feedback is critical to success. You can follow James on Twitter via: @MealingJames . Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram.. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.

Andy Woodward is the Head of Performance Sport and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Barnard Castle School. In this episode Andy discusses: His background in the Royal Air Force. What his role looks like day to day in the school How coaching multiple sports has made him a better coach. The importance of being holistic in your coaching approach. The importance of Listening and Empathy in coaching. Evolving from an Autocratic coach to a more Democratic style. Adapting to the Corona Virus. You can follow Andy's work via the School Twitter account: @barneysport as well as his own account: @SandC_CoachAndy . Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram.. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.

James Marshall is the Owner of Excelsior Athletic Training and Director of Excelsior Athletic Development Club, as well as a coach educator and mentor, business owner and director. He is also the author of "Training Young Athletes", "Get Stronger", "Run Faster" and "Jump Higher". In this podcast,  James discusses: Coming into gymnastics "cold" as an adult coach. Why all coaches need to understand movement. Understanding that you are coaching people and not research subjects. The importance of fun. Why social interaction is more important with age. How learning is not linear. You can find out more about James' work with Excelsior via the website www.excelsiorgroup.co.uk and via his Twitter: @CoachExcelsior and on the Youtube Channel: Excelsior Athletic Training. Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram.. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.

Coach Paul Kilgannon discusses the importance of values and character development in coaching. He gives an overview of the CARVER coaching model and emphasizes the need to work on your coaching craft. He also mentions his new book and provides information about his coaching work on his website and Twitter.

Tom Coughlin is currently the Lead Nutritionist for the Male Pathway within Scottish Rugby, working from the U16's National Age Grade Squads, right  up to the Senior National Team players. In this podcast, Tom discusses: Why he uses and athlete-led approach in his practice. The fundamental nutrition habits youth athlete should be focussing on. Why a meal plan isn't the answer. Why youth athletes should avoid supplements and focus on improving their diet instead. Recommendations for nutrition during the Coronavirus. Some of the opportunities Coronavirus presents to work on off field skills. To keep up to date with Tom's work you can find him on Twitter @TECNutrition . Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram.. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.

Kevin Mannion is the Academy Head of Performance at Gloucester Rugby. In this episode Kevin discusses: His Rugby League career. How academy success is built of longevity of staff. Making yourself redundant as a coach. Being vulnerable enough to ask others for their expertise. Involving parents in the academy journey. Positively affecting parent/athlete conversations. How Gloucester Rugby Academy is adapting to the Corona virus. 5 pieces of coaching wisdom. You can find out more about Darren's work by following him on Twitter via: @Minion_Kev1 . Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram.. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.

Darren Ritchie is the Event Group Lead for Jumps and Combined Events at England Athletics. He previously spent 11 years at Scottish Athletics in variety of roles including National Jumps and Combined Events Manager, Performance Manager, National Coach Development Manager and Head of Coach Development. In this podcast, Darren discusses: His career as an athlete at International level. How his injury experiences shaped his philosophy of creating robust, resilient athletes. The notable influences in his coaching journey. The various forms coach development and mentoring can take. The importance of communication, empathy and reflection. The importance of understanding the basics and sticking to them. You can find out more about Darren's work by following him on Twitter via: @langleap . Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram.. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.

Andy Blyth is a Sport and Performance Psychologist, based in Edinburgh, specialising in one-to-one coaching to help people get better at what they care about.  Andy is also the owner of Simplyperform, as well as the Academy Sport Psychologist Hearts Football Club.  In this podcast Andy discusses:  How a Roman Emperor has influenced his practice.  Building a collaborative rather than authoritarian coaching approach with athletes.  Some of the myths that surround sport psychology.  How coaches can incorporate sport psychology into their practice sessions.  Some valuable resources for coaches wanting to improve their sport psychology skills.  You can find out more about Andy's work via his website www.simplyperform.com  you can also follow him on Twitter via: @simplyperform .  Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram.. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.

Olie Trotman is the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator at the United World College, South East Asia, which is an international school with over 5,000 students across two campuses, serving students aged 5 – 18. In this podcast, Olie discusses: His background as a Welsh representative athlete in basketball. His varied journey pursuing coaching experience around the world. His 4 C's model of Confidence, Competence, Capacity and Choice. Establishing a S&C program within a very large international school. Differences and similarities between provision in a Welsh vs Singaporean school You can find out more about Olie via his Instagram account: @olietrotman and on LinkedIn: Olie Trotman. Keep up to date with Athletic Evolution via our Website, Twitter and Instagram. You can leave us feedback or submit a question for future episodes here.