Athletes Authority ON AIR

Today’s episode of Athletes Authority ON AIR is episode 166 with host Jordi Taylor. Today’s guest is Sean Baker, owner of PEAQ Performance, Head S&C Adelaide Lightening and Australian men’s Lacrosse.  In this episode, Sean discusses the expansion of PEAQ, what the process of the new facility has been from location to parking, announces some massive partnership news, the power of networks and relationships, the importance of a shiny facility, how and why he empowers his staff, personal/ family life juggling act with running a business and other roles and some of his key learnings in his time in pro sport plus a whole lot more.  This episode has plenty of incredible insights for athletes and coaches wanting to understand more about both the private and pro sport route, especially those looking to open or expand their own facility.  Enjoy, and let us know what you think! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Athletes Authority ON AIR is an insight to of one of Lachlan’s Staff PD Presentations, available in our newly launched Performance Department online education platform.    This presentation covers a variety of coaching topics including our EPIC framework:   E = Energy  P = Precense  I = Impact  C = Communication  This is just one of the many Tier 2 content pieces available in addition to specific content on Rehabilitation, Sports Science + loads more. Check out the Performance Department below: https://www.skool.com/the-aa-performance-department-5495/about   Enjoy, and let us know what you think!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This bonus episode is an exclusive Skool Mini Course from Adam Wylie, Head of Sports Science in our free community platform Athletes Authority Insider.  This is from a presentation called “Performance Testing Overview” where Adam takes you through the performance testing we implement here at Athletes Authority for our Performance and Rehab athletes. He takes you through a sample Gameplan to break down some key metrics and program decisions off the back of the data.  You can join the community here: https://www.skool.com/athletes-authority-insider/about Enjoy, and let us know what you think!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Vault takes us back through some of our favourite episodes which is episode 64 with host Jordi Taylor. Today’s guest is Ciara Murray, Speed & Performance Coach working primary with NFL athletes. In this episode, Ciara shares her general thoughts on assessing a new athlete, key differences when coaching different athletes for speed across different positions, the combine prep in depth, some great insights around being a female coach, doubt, decision making, finding your voice, confidence and a whole lot more.    This episode has plenty of incredible insights for coaches and athletes.   Enjoy, and let us know what you think!  Instagram: @athletesauthority See more of what we do: https://athletesauthority.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode of Athletes Authority ON AIR is episode 164 with host Jordi Taylor. Today’s guest is David Boyle, with over 30+ years experience in the industry working with Cronulla Sharks, Penrith Panthers, Illawarra Hawks and now the NRL officials. In this episode, David discusses some of the key physical demands of an NRL referee, how the train for the cognitive demands an decision making, understanding travel and external loads, the differences from working with players to officials, his role on the ASCA board, what has changed and developed in the industry over the past 20 years, where he sees the industry moving next plus a whole lot more.  This episode has plenty of incredible insights for athletes and coaches wanting to understand more about the role of physical preparation in match officials. Enjoy, and let us know what you think! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode of Athletes Authority ON AIR is episode 163 with host Jordi Taylor. Today’s guest’s are Taylor Evernden and Travis Gaudet, co-owners of ORKA Performance in Calgary, Canada.  In this episode, Taylor and Trav give us an quick breakdown on the origin story of ORKA - from the name through to how the guys met, how they have separated themselves in the private space in Canada, how their model works both in the rehab and performance space, the common language used to ensure the best rehab transitions, their education model plus a whole lot more.  This episode has plenty of incredible insights for athletes, coaches and teachers wanting to understand more about the private sector, particularly in the Canadian landscape. Enjoy, and let us know what you think! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode of Athletes Authority ON AIR is episode 162 with host Jordi Taylor. Today’s guest is Dr Craig Harrison, founder the Athlete Development Project - working specifically with youth athletes in the developmental space. In this episode, Dr Craig gives us a breakdown of his coaching background, why he chose to work in the youth space over other areas of physical development, how his diverse background set him up for success, how he implements mental skills or the "unseen" side of training into his programming, how environment and parenting plays a massive role in the success of an athlete plus a whole lot more. This episode has plenty of incredible insights for athletes, coaches and teachers wanting to understand more about the youth athlete. Enjoy, and let us know what you think!    Instagram: @athletesauthority   See more of what we do: https://athletesauthority.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This bonus episode is an exclusive presentation and discussion with Jordi Taylor - who presented on Media in 2023 back in August  (information accurate to then as this space is ever evolving) on our new free community platform Athletes Authority Insider.  In this it was discussed: - Why people don’t start. - How to start. - Building an audience and your avatar. - The best way for YOU to create content - medium and platforms. - Understanding platforms, culture and best practise. - Personal brand vs business outcomes. - How to avoid social media burnout.  - How to repackage and repurpose content in your environment. - Strategies for the health and wellness space.  - Maximising your pages.   You can join the community here: https://www.skool.com/athletes-authority-insider/about Enjoy, and let us know what you think!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode of Athletes Authority ON AIR is episode 161 with co-owner Lachlan Wilmot and host Jordi Taylor. This episode we chat around the upcoming AFL & NRL Grand-finals, how to physically prepare for the bug dance, our predictions, reaction to the Damian Lillard trade + how Lachs “potentially” made Damian love AFL and the origin of our RGP warm-up system. We’d love to hear you thoughts! Instagram: @athletesauthority See more of what we do: https://athletesauthority.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the vault takes us back through some of our favourite episodes which is episode 71 with co-hosts Jordi Taylor and Tom Watkins. Today’s guest is Nathan Kiely, Speed and Rehabilitation at the Brisbane Broncos. Prior to his current role, Nathan worked at Cricket NSW, Sydney Roosters and Trinity College.  In this episode, Nathan shares his general thoughts on speed development in his current role, things to keep in mind when creating specific drills for athletes, how he coaches technical changes, strategies and tips for coaching in the group environment and what S&C coaches can do looking to transfer into the Rehab space, plus a whole lot more.  This episode has plenty of incredible insights for coaches and athletes wanting first hand practical experience within working in the NRL.  Enjoy, and let us know what you think!  Instagram: @athletesauthority See more of what we do: https://athletesauthority.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.