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AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers

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Jun 8, 2025 • 58min

#342 - Dr. Thomas Dos’Santos on Unlocking MultiDirectional Speed

Highlights from the episode: ‎ ✅ When does ACL rehab become performance prep? ✅ How trunk control reduces knee injury risk ✅ The unseen wear-and-tear that leads to ACL injuries ✅ Is your screening tech misleading your ACL decisions? ✅ One unpopular belief every coach should consider ‏‏‎ ‎ People mentioned: ‏‏‎ ‎ ✅ Paul Comfort ✅ Leigh Harrington ✅ Andrew Gray ✅ Paul Jones ✅ Chris Thomas ✅ John Mcmahon ✅ Seand Miasca ✅ Damian Harper ✅ Phil Graham Smith ✅ Julien Weir ✅ Dustin Grooves ✅ Christopher Bramah ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‏‏‎ ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‎‏‏‎ ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/dr-thomas-dossantos-on-unlocking-multidirectional-speed/ ‏‏‎ ‎‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‏‏‎ ‎ Book a FREE coaches discovery call https://calendly.com/plp2/15min
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Jun 5, 2025 • 23min

#145 - Optimise vs Maximise: The AFL Strength Battle You're Overlooking

Highlights from the episode: ‎‎ ✅ Optimize or maximize: what's best for in-season gains? ✅ Why some clubs train less and still win ✅ Signs athletes are overreaching vs thriving ✅ Simple ways to test if your training plan is working ✅ How does recovery look for optimized vs maximized group ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‏‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/optimise-vs-maximise-the-afl-strength-battle-youre-overlooking/ ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards more excellent fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎ Book a FREE footballer discovery call at https://calendly.com/plp2/15min ‎ 🚀 Ready to level up your gaming skills in record time? Join our exclusive Game Speed Coaching Program today! With personalized coaching, you'll unlock your full potential and dominate the competition. ‎ 🕒 But hurry we're only accepting 10 participants for this round! Secure your spot now before it's all gone! Click here to join and reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/game-speed-coaching-program ‎ Don't miss this opportunity to take your speed to the next level. Act fast and start your journey towards becoming the fastest player on game day!
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Jun 1, 2025 • 52min

#341 - Jack Milligan on the 3 Key Adaptations That Shape Preseason Strength Programming

Highlights from the episode: ‎ ✅ The three training adaptations every coach should master ✅ When to use neural, morphological, technical adaptations ✅ Tools he uses to track progress in strength vs speed training ✅ Why eccentric strength is key for deceleration and agility ✅ What to prioritize when coaching on the gym floor ‏‏‎ ‎ People mentioned: ‏‏‎ ‎ ✅ Mark Kilgaloon ✅ Jarrod Wade ✅ Mark Reaves ✅ Wayne Bennett ✅ Rob Miller ✅ Ryan Whiley ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‏‏‎ ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‎‏‏‎ ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/jack-milligan-on-the-3-key-adaptations-that-shape-preseason-strength-programming/ ‏‏‎ ‎‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‏‏‎ ‎ Book a FREE coaches discovery call https://calendly.com/plp2/15min
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May 29, 2025 • 7min

#bitesize - Daniel Cross on The Hidden Science of Reconditioning Elite Athletes

Highlights from the episode: ‎ ✅ Why cookie-cutter rehab doesn't work ✅ How elite coaches stay calm when plans collapse ✅ The underrated rehab tools you should be using (like BFR) ✅ How to balance pushing athletes with protecting them ✅ The 4-phase system that guides every top-tier recovery ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‎‎‏‏‎ ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/daniel-cross-on-the-hidden-science-of-reconditioning-elite-athletes/ ‏‏‎ ‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‎ Book a FREE coaches discovery call https://calendly.com/plp2/15min
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May 25, 2025 • 16min

#144 - What role do you need to take on most: Reconditioning, Strength, or Conditioning Coach?

Highlights from the episode: ‎‎ ✅ Four roles every elite sports team needs to succeed ✅ Why assistant S&C coaches need more than just knowledge ✅ The misunderstood skillset of reconditioning coaches ✅ What separates great strength & power coaches from the rest ✅ The biggest mistake new coaches make (and how to avoid it) ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‏‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/what-role-do-you-need-to-take-on-most-reconditioning-strength-or-conditioning-coach/ ‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‎ Book a FREE coaches discovery call https://calendly.com/plp2/15min
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May 22, 2025 • 6min

#bitesize - Dean Ritchie on How Concurrent Training Builds Better Athletes

Highlights from the episode: ‎ ✅ Why every athlete needs concurrent training ✅ Why combat athletes train differently than AFL players ✅ The biggest mistake coaches make with athlete fatigue ✅ Does priming really boost game-day performance? ✅ Antelopes, tigers, and elephant’s athlete profiles ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‎‎‏‏‎ ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/dean-ritchie-on-how-concurrent-training-builds-better-athletes/ ‏‏‎ ‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‎ Book a FREE coaches discovery call https://calendly.com/plp2/15min
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May 18, 2025 • 59min

#340 - Jon Clarke | From Stress to Success: Power of Mindfulness in High-Performance Sports

Highlights from the episode: ‎ ✅ Jon’s Advice for Aspiring Coaches ✅ The Importance of Mindfulness ✅ Practical Tips for Beginners in Mindfulness ✅ The Power of Breathing Techniques ✅ Journaling for Stress Relief ‏‏‎ ‎ People mentioned: ‏‏‎ ‎ ✅ Wim Hof ✅ Eddie Jones ✅ Michael ✅ Brene Brown  ✅ Brian Mackenzie  ✅ Michael Gervais ✅ Paul Stridgeon ✅ Anthony Sieblod ✅ Craig White ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‏‏‎ ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/mindfulness-for-peak-performance/ ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards more excellent fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎ Book a FREE footballer discovery call at https://calendly.com/plp2/15min ‎ 🚀 Ready to level up your gaming skills in record time? Join our exclusive Game Speed Coaching Program today! With personalized coaching, you'll unlock your full potential and dominate the competition. ‎ 🕒 But hurry we're only accepting 10 participants for this round! Secure your spot now before it's all gone! Click here to join and reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/game-speed-coaching-program ‎ Don't miss this opportunity to take your speed to the next level. Act fast and start your journey towards becoming the fastest player on game day!
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May 15, 2025 • 6min

#bitesize - 5 Game-Changing AFL Training Tips Every Coach and Parent Should Know

Highlights from the episode: ‎ ✅ Why technique is the #1 priority in Aussie rules training ✅ How healthy habits outperform elite routines early on ✅ The hidden value of balancing football with school ✅ Building resilience when kids face sport setbacks ✅ Sleep: the game-changer for growth and recovery ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‎‎‏‏‎ ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/5-game-changing-afl-training-tips-every-coach-and-parent-should-know/ ‏‏‎ ‎‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards more excellent fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‏‏‎ ‎‎ Book a FREE footballer discovery call at https://calendly.com/plp2/15min ‏‏‎ ‎‎ 🚀 Ready to level up your gaming skills in record time? Join our exclusive Game Speed Coaching Program today! With personalized coaching, you'll unlock your full potential and dominate the competition. ‏‏‎ ‎‎ 🕒 But hurry we're only accepting 10 participants for this round! Secure your spot now before it's all gone! Click here to join and reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/game-speed-coaching-program ‏‏‎ ‎‎ Don't miss this opportunity to take your speed to the next level. Act fast and start your journey towards becoming the fastest player on game day!
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May 11, 2025 • 26min

#143 - Strength Tips for Dominating This AFL Season

Highlights from the episode: ‎‎ ✅ Should athletes lift heavy during the season? ✅ Microdosing strength: The secret to staying powerful without fatigue ✅ Why lifting heavy might not make you faster ✅ The most common gym mistake sport coaches still make ✅ Eccentrics, isometrics, and injury-proofing your athletes ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‏‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/strength-tips-for-dominating-this-afl-season/ ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards more excellent fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎ Book a FREE footballer discovery call at https://calendly.com/plp2/15min ‎ 🚀 Ready to level up your gaming skills in record time? Join our exclusive Game Speed Coaching Program today! With personalized coaching, you'll unlock your full potential and dominate the competition. ‎ 🕒 But hurry we're only accepting 10 participants for this round! Secure your spot now before it's all gone! Click here to join and reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/game-speed-coaching-program ‎ Don't miss this opportunity to take your speed to the next level. Act fast and start your journey towards becoming the fastest player on game day!
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May 8, 2025 • 7min

#bitesize - Georgia Bevan Reveals Pro Nutrition Tips for AFL Game Day Success

Highlights from the episode: ‎ ✅ Game day nutrition strategy for AFL athletes ✅ Nutrition tips for athletes struggling to gain weight ✅ How to manage hydration and avoid overhydration in sports ✅ The role of sugar and processed carbs in sports nutrition ✅ Best evidence-based supplements for sport ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‎‎‏‏‎ ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/georgia-bevan-reveals-pro-nutrition-tips-for-afl-game-day-success/ ‏‏‎ ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards more excellent fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎‎‏‏‎ ‎ Book a FREE footballer discovery call at https://calendly.com/plp2/15min ‎‎‏‏‎ ‎ 🚀 Ready to level up your gaming skills in record time? Join our exclusive Game Speed Coaching Program today! With personalized coaching, you'll unlock your full potential and dominate the competition. ‎‎‏‏‎ ‎ 🕒 But hurry we're only accepting 10 participants for this round! Secure your spot now before it's all gone! Click here to join and reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/game-speed-coaching-program ‎‎‏‏‎ ‎ Don't miss this opportunity to take your speed to the next level. Act fast and start your journey towards becoming the fastest player on game day!

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