AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Considerations for loading in pre-season - Importance of chasing one key area of athletic development each week rather than all of them - Why GPS is not a good measure of training load - How to manifest energy when players are having it tough during their training block - Common mistakes when planning in-season performance work ‎ Have feedback on the show? We really would love to hear from send us your feedback, 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/afl-pre-season-training-tips/

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How sprinting, jumping, and lifting are interconnected - Is sprinting speed based on genetics or can be improved by a coach? - Training protocols for improving sprinting speed - The role of explosive power and plyometrics in improving jumping technique - Building a balanced and effective lifting program for athletes ‎ Have feedback on the show? We really would love to hear from send us your feedback, 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/ ‎ Read More: https://preparelikeapro.com/athletic-performance-techniques/

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Importance of getting out of your comfort zone - Getting experience in elite sport as a sports psychologist - What it takes to develop a champion's mindset - How to improve your recovery and performance with diaphragmatic breathing - Mental skills athletes can start practicing now to become elite ‎ Have feedback on the show? We really would love to hear from send us your feedback, tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/maximizing-athletic-performance-mental-skills/ ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - How coaches adapt to strategy on the fly on game day - Tips to prepare for those striving for the head of high-performance role - Why are emotional intelligence and leadership courses more in demand right now - Importance of cognitive decision-making for coaches and high-performance managers - Team first mentality and why coaches should lead by example ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/?p=13354&preview=true ‎ Have feedback on the show? We really would love to hear from send us your feedback, 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/

Before Melbourne, Justin worked at Paralympics Australia for 2 years. He also worked as a physiotherapy consultant for TAC, an AIS project lead and High-Performance manager at Essendon Football Club, and a rehabilitation coach at Collingwood Football ClHighlights from the episode: ‎ - Comparing Leadership styles from "people first" to "performance first" - His fave ways to develop himself - The importance of understanding athlete learning styles for effective coaching - How does he conduct his meetings and why does he run through the list of players every day ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/justin-crow-leadership-excellence/

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Using the transference approach in gym programs - How the transference approach helps athletes in their mindset and performance - Things to consider when implementing the transference approach - Key pillars that they focus on with the transference approach - How the rotational aspect helps athletes ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/athletic-performance-training-integration/

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Brenton’s four key pillars for returning a footballer to performance - How he upskills himself - Why learning how to work in a team is critical to working in elite sport - How do your biggest learnings come from those you work closest - Developing an earn the right philosophy and how to apply it to rehabilitation ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/sports-rehabilitation-success-expert-tips/

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Mindfulness practices he learned in Nepal - His journey and connection to Buddhism - Exploring the concept of establishing an emotional home base for athletes - Impact of James's experiences in Nepal on his approach to coaching - How to improve focus and mindfulness ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/mastering-mindfulness-transform-focus/

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Timing your run - Ideal Body Composition - Look after your general health - Pilates and yoga - Have an individual strength program focused on resilience - Listen to your body ‎ Are you ready to enhance your game? Our program is designed to propel footballers, like yourself, towards greater fitness, speed, and strength, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dominate on the field! ‎ Book a FREE footballer discovery call https://calendly.com/plp2 ‎ Click this link for more information: https://preparelikeapro.com/senior-football-injury-prevention/

Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Why it's important to work in a range of different environments and sports over your career - Understanding your environment and how to develop strong relationships with your peers - A year-by-year breakdown leading up to the Olympics - Best conducive environment for athletes - How they do rehab in their Olympic team