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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Apr 11, 2022 • 1h 13min
#120 - Sean Baker, Founder of Peaq Performance Center
Sean is a strength and conditioning coach who has over a decade in the industry. He holds a master's degree and Level 2 ASCA Accreditation, has worked with Elite, Semi-Elite and GrassRoots Athletes and Australian Rules Football has been his primary sport.
Highlights of the episode:
- Advice for running a PT business and renting a gym
- Highlights of his career
- How he learned to run a fitness facility
- Favorite quote or life motto
People Mentioned:
- Lachlan Wilmot
- Christian Woodford
- Tim Schleiger
- Durham McInnis
- Chris Perkin
- Nick Poulos
- Jason Porplyzia
- Tex Wanganeen
- Dean Bailey
- Danny Kruger
- Trent Burgoyne
- Will Snelling
- Brett Johns
- Adrian Setry
- Ian Mckeown
- Nick Richardson
Connect with Sean
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.c.baker/
PEAQ Website: https://www.peaq.com.au/
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Apr 10, 2022 • 32min
#31 - TeamBuildr Review
Highlights from the episode:
- Pros and cons of TeamBuildr
- Powertip of the week: Core trunk stability on exercises
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We're committed to empowering Australian rules footballers and developing strength and conditioning coaches to best practice physical preparation methods.
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Apr 7, 2022 • 27min
#119 - Tim Schleiger, Director of The Sports Clinic of Melbourne (bite-size)
Highlights of the episode:
- Tips for S&C coaches who struggle to connect with their medical teammates
- How Tim mediates his S&C and medical team who have conflicting ideas
- How to reach Tim Schleiger
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timschleiger.coach/
Website: https://sportsclinicmelb.com.au/
Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-119-tim-schleiger/
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We're committed to empowering Australian rules footballers and developing strength and conditioning coaches to best practice physical preparation methods.
Follow the Prepare Like a Pro podcast
iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa
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Apr 5, 2022 • 11min
#23 - How to use objective data to measure your power development
Highlights of the presentation:
- Velocity Based Training
- Power development
- Lower Body Normative Data
- Upper Body Normative Data
- Measuring Tools
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Apr 4, 2022 • 21min
#118 - Chris Perkin, Director of West Coast Health & High Performance (bite-size)
Highlights of the episode:
- Best technology for assessing symmetry
- How important is communication for athlete buy-in of technology
- What their services look like
- How often do they see an ACL athlete
- How to reach Chris Perkin
Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westcoasthealth_hp/
Website: https://www.westcoasthealth.com.au/
Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-118-chris-perkin/
This podcast episode sponsor is Swift Performance, Swift delivers innovative technology in their timing systems and vertical jump measuring devices to ensure accuracy and efficiency in training and testing.
For more information head to www.swiftperformance.com
Apr 3, 2022 • 26min
#30 - How to Train Like an AFL Key Position Player
Highlights from the episode:
- Tuesday podcast ft. Chris Perkin, Director of Westcoast Health & High Performance (Bite Size episode)
- How to use objective data to measure your power development
- Friday livechats with Sean Baker Founder of Peaq Performance (Bite Size)
- Friday podcast ft. Tim Schleiger, Director the Sports Clinic of Melbourne (Bite Size episode)
- Why Kevin Ball was not present in the collab event
- Pros and cons of use of creatine in AFL
- Powertip of the week
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Mar 31, 2022 • 22min
#117 - Durham McInnis, Founder of Core Advantage (bite-size)
Highlights from the episode:
- Ways to increase the surface area of luck as an athlete or coach
- Activities or processes to develop your awareness
- Ways to become a passionate coach to build the brand or athlete rapport
- How to reach Core Advantage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/core_advantage/
Website: https://www.coreadvantage.com.au/
Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-117-durham-mcinnis/
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Mar 29, 2022 • 12min
#22 - Why you need to surf the force velocity curve
Highlights from the presentation:
- Surf the F:V wave
- Rest period
- Fundamental exercises for footballers
- Strength & Power training
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Mar 28, 2022 • 1h 9min
#116 - Daniel Cherny, Sport Journalist at CODE
Daniel worked as a sportswriter for The Age and a freelancer for various digital media companies.
Highlights from the episode:
- When he started his passion for sports journalism
- His influencers and mentors
- Challenges and what he learned from it
- How he deals with public judgment
- Fave movie or TV series
People Mentioned:
- Ashley Browne
- Caroline Wilson
- Wayne Carey
- Peter Ryan
- Jake Niall
- Michael Gleeson
- John Peric
- Charlie Hapel
- Mitch Cleary
- Mark Mcgowan
- Peter Wright
Connect:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-cherny-88418546/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielCherny
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Mar 27, 2022 • 25min
#29 - How Australian Rule Footballers in Season Gym Program Should Look
Highlights from the episode:
- Footy tips for the week
- Tuesday podcast ft. Daniel Cherny, Sport Journalist for CODE
- Wednesday Get better Plan - Why you need to surf the force velocity curve
- Thursday Live Collab Interview with 5 Kicking Coaches
- Bite size podcast episode ft. Durham Mcinnis, Founder of Core Advantage
- Tips to structure your footy gym and running session on a Sunday
- What to eat before and after a game
- Tips for a sore foot
- Powertip of the week: In Season Strength & Power Program
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