AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers
Prepare Like a Pro with Jack Mclean
Welcome to the “AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers" your go-to resource for invaluable insights into the world of elite sports. We're here to empower footballers and high-performance staff with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the AFL arena. Prepare to take your game to the next level with our expert guidance.
In this podcast, we tackle a range of burning questions often asked by those striving for excellence in the AFL. From understanding the distance AFL players cover and their training regimen to breaking into elite sports as a strength & conditioning coach and exploring pathways to the AFL, we've got you covered.
Every Monday, we release a new episode that provides updates on upcoming live interviews and fresh insights from AFL players, senior coaches, sports psychologists, strength and conditioning coaches, sports dietitians, and other leading figures in the industry. These experts share their career journeys, success stories, and practical tips for athletes and high-performance staff alike.
Don't miss our weekly live conversations on the Prepare Like a Pro YouTube channel, where you can watch these discussions and get notified about new content. For more resources, freebies, and blog posts, join our newsletter, and stay connected with us on Instagram. Your feedback matters, so let Jack know how we can make our podcasts even better and suggest the topics you'd like us to cover next.
To explore the wealth of information we offer, visit our website at https://preparelikeapro.com/, and if you're ready to take your training to the next level, join our academy membership at https://preparelikeaproacademy.com.au/. Get ready to prepare like a pro and unlock your full potential in the world of AFL high performance! Also don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@PrepareLikeAPro to get more high performance value!
In this podcast, we tackle a range of burning questions often asked by those striving for excellence in the AFL. From understanding the distance AFL players cover and their training regimen to breaking into elite sports as a strength & conditioning coach and exploring pathways to the AFL, we've got you covered.
Every Monday, we release a new episode that provides updates on upcoming live interviews and fresh insights from AFL players, senior coaches, sports psychologists, strength and conditioning coaches, sports dietitians, and other leading figures in the industry. These experts share their career journeys, success stories, and practical tips for athletes and high-performance staff alike.
Don't miss our weekly live conversations on the Prepare Like a Pro YouTube channel, where you can watch these discussions and get notified about new content. For more resources, freebies, and blog posts, join our newsletter, and stay connected with us on Instagram. Your feedback matters, so let Jack know how we can make our podcasts even better and suggest the topics you'd like us to cover next.
To explore the wealth of information we offer, visit our website at https://preparelikeapro.com/, and if you're ready to take your training to the next level, join our academy membership at https://preparelikeaproacademy.com.au/. Get ready to prepare like a pro and unlock your full potential in the world of AFL high performance! Also don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@PrepareLikeAPro to get more high performance value!
Episodes
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Jul 23, 2023 • 20min
#87 - Enhance Your Performance AFL Post Game Recovery and Body Management
Highlights from the episode:
- Fuel and hydration strategy on game day
- Relaxation strategies
- Passive recovery
- Active recovery
- Cold water immersion
- Sleep hygiene
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Jul 20, 2023 • 6min
#253 - Steve Allan, Sports Physio at West Coast Eagles FC
Highlights from the episode:
- What does a physio's schedule look like in his time on West Coast
- How often an athlete should try something new before deciding to include it in the training
- Strategies when working with an athlete for the first time
- How often does he work out with the athlete when he does rehab work
- His favorite TV series/movie as a physio
- Upcoming Athletic Hip and Groin Workshop this December 4 - 5, 2021
Jul 18, 2023 • 43min
#252 - Daniel Zaknich, Senior Physical Performance Coach at GWS Giants
Highlights from the episode:
- Big rocks when preparing athletes to perform at a high level
- Practical tips on strength training and recovery for young athletes
- Deficiencies he notices in NAB athletes that prevent them from transitioning to AFL athletes
- Future trends in intervention in AFL performance
- How he gets coaches on board when he's starting on a new club
Jul 16, 2023 • 25min
#86 - Injury mitigation and rehabilitation protocols for AFL athletes
Highlights from the episode:
- Efficient and quality movement patterns
- Reactive strength and elasticity
- Staying curious and having a growth mindset
- Consistent routine
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Jul 13, 2023 • 6min
#251 - Nathan Parnham, Head of Performance Development at Brisbane Grammar School
Highlights from the episode:
- How he started working with Darren Burgess and gained experience
- Mentors who have helped him along the way
- Why he decided to be an author and the challenge of writing his book The Sporting Parent
- 3 common questions that parents ask him which he answered in his book
- Brisbane Grammar School's sports program and what sets it apart from other schools
Jul 11, 2023 • 54min
#250 - Jacob Jennings, Head of Sport Science at Brisbane Broncos
Highlights from the episode:
- Difference in demand of NAB league and AFL players
- Finding his research on what makes athletes get drafted
- How he uses GPS data to analyze athlete performance
- Key metrics he uses in footy and rugby
- Tools and tech he recommends for aspiring sports scientist
Jul 9, 2023 • 30min
#85 - AFL Running Program
Highlights from the episode:
- Build your base
- Football Fitness
- Technical proficiency
- Microdose your speed and agility work
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!
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Jul 6, 2023 • 6min
#249 - Meg Hutchins, Retired AFLW Player | VFLW Player Development Mentor
Highlights from the episode:
- How AFLW began and Meg's involvement in setting up the Collingwood list and operations
- What she learned working as a coach and Bodyfit owner
- Meg's mentors along her journey
- Her advice on how to prepare for AFL football
- Plans for post-footy career and what she's looking forward to
Jul 4, 2023 • 54min
#248 - John Kiely, Senior Lecturer in Performance and Innovation, PE and Sports Sciences
Highlights from the episode:
- The role of psychological factors that influence athletic performance
- Are soft skills trainable?
- How to design effective coaching sessions
- Athlete recovery for in-season
- Building awareness and doing mental warmup before starting a training session
Jul 2, 2023 • 19min
#84 - What AFL players do for recovery
Highlights from the episode:
- Developing a library of effective recovery techniques
- Have a process you stick to
- What do you believe works best
- Free Workout: Cross-training swim program
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!
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