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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Jan 10, 2025 • 48min
#330 - Greg Haff - Optimizing Long-Term Athlete Development Through Periodization
Highlights from the episode:
- What is Periodization?
- Why junior coaching is more important for youth development
- Advice for parents to prepare their young athletes
- How technology affects the decision making of young coaches
- Practical use of velocity-based training
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/greg-haff-optimizing-long-term-athlete-development-through-periodization/
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Jan 6, 2025 • 13min
Top 10 Podcast Episodes of 2024
Highlights from the episode:
- How we rank them
- Top 10 - Debunking the misconception of "Sugar is the Devil" Georgia Bevan
- Top 09 - 3 Athlete Profiles: Speed, Hybrid, Endurance Gareth Sandford
- Top 08 - Why Micromanaging Kills Staff Independence Nick Poulos
- Top 07 - Movements that Cause ACL Injuries Across Different Sports Sophia Nimphius
- Top 06 - How the Disease of "I" Threatens Collaboration Scott Murphy
- Top 05 - Using Training Variations to Elicit the Same Results Jonas Dodoo
- Top 04 - Understanding the “why” of an athlete Daniel Jones
- Top 03 - Can you squat 50kg on a single leg? Phil Graham Smith
- Top 02 - Using C.A.R.D.S to become a high-performance coach Glenn Stewart
- Top 01 - Best Advice I Received from Olympic Coach Phil King Peter Burge
- Special Giveaway
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/top-10-podcast-insights-2024/
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Jan 3, 2025 • 25min
#135 - Back on Track: Master the Art of Returning to Running Post Injury
Highlights from the episode:
- Sport-Specific Rehab Priorities
- Testing and Metrics for Rehab Progress
- Phases of Return to Performance
- Recovery Phase: Pain Awareness and Management
- Run Before You Run Phase
Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. send us your feedback and tell us what you love, and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review.
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/back-on-track-master-the-art-of-returning-to-running-post-injury-2/
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Dec 30, 2024 • 48min
#329 - Tim Mosey Building Elite Performance: Strength & Conditioning
Highlights from the episode:
- Understanding what’s critical vs. noise in athlete training
- Categorizing athletes: body composition, strength, or speed focus
- Shifting speed training to later in sessions for efficiency
- Key injury mitigation strategies for rugby players
- The importance of testing to track adaptation and progress
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Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/
Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/building-elite-performance-strength-conditioning-with-tim-mosey/
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Dec 27, 2024 • 4min
#bitesize - Proven Ways to Excel in Your AFL Internship
Highlights from the episode:
- How does curiosity help you shine on day one
- How to earn trust and build strong connections
- How to show initiative in your internship
- What true professionalism looks like
- How to prove your impact
Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review.
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/proven-ways-to-excel-in-your-afl-internship/
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Dec 23, 2024 • 45min
#328 - Injury Reoccurrence in Sports: Key Decisions for Recovery and Return with James Grierson
Highlights from the episode:
- Managing Injury Recurrences
- Taking Ownership in Injury Rehab
- Key Factors in Soft Tissue Injury Reoccurrence
- Accelerated vs. Conservative Rehab
- Effective Communication in Injury Management
Have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from send us your feedback and tell us what you love and think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review.
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/injury-reoccurrence-in-sports-key-decisions-for-recovery-and-return-with-james-grierson/
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Dec 20, 2024 • 6min
#bitesize - The Crucial Role of Rehabilitation in High-Performance Sport with Jackson Dennis
Highlights from the episode:
- Key Components of a Successful Rehab Process
- Loading and Tissue Management in Rehab
- Functional Anatomy and Its Importance
- Impact of Rehab Experience on Strength and Power Roles
- Technological Advancements in AFL Reconditioning
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/the-crucial-role-of-rehabilitation-in-high-performance-sport-with-jackson-dennis/
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Dec 16, 2024 • 42min
#327 - Ross Herridge Building Speed in Pace Bowlers
Highlights from the episode:
- The Importance of Speed in Bowling
- Effective Strategies to Increase Bowling Speed
- How Fast Bowlers Stay Safe and Avoid Injuries
- Building Fitness for Pace Bowling
- How Bench Players Stay Match-Ready
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/building-speed-in-pace-bowlers-with-ross-herridge/
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Dec 13, 2024 • 5min
#bitesize - Switching Sports: Lessons from Rugby to AFL with Sam Dodge
Highlights from the episode:
- Why Changing Sports Can Make You a Better Coach
- New Training Ideas from Different Sports
- The Importance of Neck Strength in AFL
- How Rugby and AFL Train for Speed and Agility
- Personalizing Strength and Power Workouts for Players
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/switching-sports-lessons-from-rugby-to-afl-with-sam-dodge/
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Dec 9, 2024 • 12min
#134 - How Strength and Conditioning Coaches Can Maximize the Off-Season
Highlights from the episode:
- Offseason Strategies for Coaches and Athletes
- Preseason Preparation and Connection Phase
- In-Season Training and Consistency
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Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/how-strength-and-conditioning-coaches-can-maximize-the-off-season/
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