The Robbie Bourke Podcast

This episode's guest is Donie Fox. Donie Fox is an Irish physiotherapist, athletic development coach, and educator committed to advancing human performance through evidence- and experience-based rehabilitation and coaching. As the Founder and Clinical Director of RTP Physio, he is curating a patient-centred, movement-based approach while currently pursuing a Doctorate in Human Performance and Innovation at the University of Limerick. His work spans all levels of sport and is grounded in a commitment to quality, clarity, and care. On this episode we discuss: Donie's background Donie's influences Biggest problems Donie see's with the rehab and performance professions Donie discusses his system for RTP What have been Donies biggest challenges as a practitioner and coach Donie talks about his professional doctorate  Donie gives his thoughts on manual therapy If Donie could have dinner with 5 people, dead or alive, who would he choose and why? This was agreat discussion with Donie and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - doniefox Instagram - RTP Website - rtp.physio   Books mentioned: Polyvagul Theory    People and resources Mentioned: Vern Gambetta Anthony Cunningham GAIN Network Steve Myrland  Tracey Frober Grace Golden Jim Radcliffe  Stu McMillan Gary McGowan John Kiely  Dan Pfaff ALTIS Tommy Brennan Andrew Libbs Bill Knowles Bill Hartman Robert Saplosky  Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) Nadine McCarthy Paul Kilgannon Ellen Walsh SFMA Roy Keane Michael Lewis Steve Magness David Morris Stephen Porges         

Just a solo episode on circadian disruption and metabolic syndrome (MetS). Enjoy. RB

Solo podcast on opposition anlysis for hurling. Enjoy, RB   Articles mentioned: Redefining Strength: High Force Does Not Equal High Load The Force System in Training Resources mentioned: The Coach Analyst course    

Just a solo podcast on some thoughtas round nutrition   Enjoy.   RB

Solo episode on developing Player (or Personized) Developmental Plans (PDPs) Enjoy, RB

In this discussion, Jason Hettler, the Speed and Agility Coach at IMG Academy, shares insights on training junior tennis athletes, highlighting the balance between physical conditioning and mental preparation. He dives into his agility training techniques and the evolution from traditional methods to dynamic approaches. Jason also reflects on how fatherhood has shaped his perspectives and discusses his experiences on the Grand Slam circuit, emphasizing the joys of coaching and personal growth.

This episode's guest is Nigel O'Hara who is currently the Kildare senior hurling coach and formely the hurling coach to the Na Fianna senior hurlers who won their first ever Dublin senior hurling title last season (2023).    On this episode we discuss: Nigel's background Would Nigel ever considering completling a UFEA soccer course Who have been Nigel's biggest coaching influence  I ask Nigel what is his coaching philosophy and principles Nigel gives his take on games-based training and technical work We discuss the game moments, set plays, and KPIs We discuss defensive puck outs How Nigel got involved with the Kildare senior hurlers We discuss the current state of Dublin senior hurling We discuss in-game management How does Nigel facilitate half-time with teams This was agreat discussion with Nigel and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Twitter - @nigelohara06 Videos Mentioned: A Games Centred Approach Developing Decision Makers - Paul Kinnerk GAA Games Development Conference 2017 - Paul Kinnerk   Papers Mentioned: A tactical periodisation model for Gaelic football A Tactical Periodization Approach for Rugby Union   People and Resources Mentioned: Pep Guardiola Vitor Frade  Bill Shankly Bob Paisley Robbie Fowler Roy Evans Jürgen Klopp Paul Kinnerk James J. Claffey Eoin Bennis Johan Cruyff Rinus Michels Niall O'Ceallachain Shane Keegan Eoin Roche Mike Dwyer Marcelo Bielsa Dan Abrahams Kevin Mulcahy Jamesie O'Connor Shane Mangan Paul O'Brien David Herity Brian Dowling Paul Murphy  The Hurling Pod Stick to Football Roy Keane Gary Neville TJ Reid Jimmy Barry Murphy  

This episode's guest is Peter Wright of Petey Performance.  Peter is a Strength & Conditioning/ Performance coach currently in based in Ireland. He has worked with elite athletes in a variety of sports throughout the world, specifically international representatives in rugby, soccer, athletics, boxing, basketball, tennis, golf, cricket and sailing, as well as many intercounty GAA hurlers and footballers. You can see Peter's full biography here. On this episode we discuss: Peter's background Peter's professional and personal influences Peter's training system We discuss linear and mutli-directional speed/ agility development with team sport athletes We discuss return to performance (RTP) This was agreat discussion with Peter and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - peteyperformance Twitter - @peteyperform9 Website - peteyperformance.com   People and Resources Mentioned: ALTIS David Grey Stu McMillan Dan Pfaff Daniel Moore - currently Head S&C at Landsdowne Rugby Alan Murdoch Cian O'Brien Rob Pacey  Joel Smith  

Another solo episode.  Just a personal reflection of my first year in college as a PE and biology student teacher. Enjoy, RB

Just a solo episode discussing my experience of coaching a senior club hurling team for the past year.  Enjoy, RB