AFL Elite Tips for High Performance Coaches & Footballers

Highlights of the episode: - What made him choose sports science - Mentors and people who influence him - Key points he focus for athlete development - Key workouts he recommend for athletes - How he gets buy-in with copenhagen and nordic programs to athletes To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-141-ian-mckeown/

Stephen Kelly is the High Performance Manager of Sydney AFLW and head of development for female pathway. Since being at the Swans for the last 10 years, Stephen has had a variety of roles such as PhD Research on (Junior athlete profiling within AFL), Assistant strength and power coach, Assistant conditioning coach, NEAFL game day conditioning coach. Prior to Sydney Swans, Stephen worked at the Sydney roosters as a rehab coach and completed a sports science internship. Highlights of the episode: - Ways to accelerate your learning process - Strategies on how to sell a program to a club - Things to consider when introducing weights - Key areas of development for female athletes People mentioned: - Damien Austin - Robb Spurs - Mark Kilgallon - Matt Cameron - Rob Inness - Shane Lehane - Paul Roos Connect with Stephen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-kelly-7b185481/ Join our Academy: https://preparelikeaproacademy.com.au/ To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-140-stephen-kelly/

Highlights of the episode: - What is postural stability - How to improve posture - Optimum posture for different sports - How to build posture awareness to young athletes - How to develop curiosity in athletes To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-139-mark-mcgrath/

Simonster is a world leader in bodyweight training. Starting gymnastics at an early age, Simon became passionate about mastering control of the body and immersed himself in the world of bodyweight strength training. Expanding his skillset with training in martial arts, circus, and breakdance, his movements and teachings reflect a mixture of knowledge from each of these disciplines. Highlights of the episode: - How he started as a physio - The type of cues he use when he gives feedback to athletes - How he does programming - His fave movie or tv series or books that impacted him Connect with Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonsterstrength/ Useful links: https://simonsterstrength.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/simonataa https://www.strongerbyscience.com/mass/ To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-138-simon-ata/

Highlights of the episode: - How he started as a physio - Areas in medical performance that developed in his years - Age an athlete should start doing weights - Prevention exercises for sore calves - Massage or cold water therapy for recovery - Advice for sore knee after running an explosive movement To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform

Highlights of the episode: - Why speed, agility and quickness important for AFLW players - Favorite ways to improve efficiency with running - Should you do any agility exercises before a game? - Tips for quickness Connect with Mitch LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-greaves-ba33817b Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchgreaves8/ To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-136-mitch-greaves/

Highlights of the presentation: - Applying a full-time approach in a part-time training program - Importance of what topics get covered and actioned when leading a meeting - How often should semiprofessional athletes train each week - Common misconceptions in the part-time program Connect with Steve https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-moore-50871b116 To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-135-steve-moore/

Highlights of the episode: - How a menstrual cycle works - How the cycle affects training - How often to monitor menstrual cycle and app she recommends - Common misconceptions of coaches and athletes Connect with Liv: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-knowles-315a03129 https://twitter.com/livknowles1 To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-134-liv-knowles/

Highlights of the episode: - Best caffeine source on game day - How much caffeine to take - Benefits of caffeine on performance based on scientific research To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform

Highlights of the episode: - Periodizing recovery - Recovery methods for pre season - How much time to dedicate to recovery post-game - Transition from recovery to preparation to next game Connect in Twitter: https://twitter.com/bfrith13 Useful links: Periodoftheperoid - https://instagram.com/periodoftheperiod Jason Avedesian - https://twitter.com/jasonavedesian/ Rich Clarke - https://twitter.com/rich_agilitylab What's one thing you have learned since you started playing football? Let's chat in the comments ✍️ To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-133-ben-frith/

Highlights of the presentation: - Grip Strength - Pulling Strength - Legs - Whole Body Strength To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform

Highlights of the episode: - When to start different types of kicking techniques - Is the kicking technique different for girls and boys - Key pillars for his basic kicking technique - Video analysis for coaching YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/enhancedfootball Website: https://www.enhancedfootball.com/ To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-132-ben-stanley/

Highlights of the episode: - How to improve your mobility and preparation for football - Pre and Post Game Recovery To join our Coaches Academy 30 day challenge visit the link below: https://preparelikeaproacademy.com.au/ If your new to Prepare Like a Pro podcast make sure to give us a follow on your favourite podcast app. Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform

Highlights of the episode: - Key considerations for designing a training schedule for professional programs - Best ways to start your needs analysis - Who are typically the key decision makers in planning - Major constraints in semi professional football Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordan_sellar Email: jordan.sellar@outlook.com To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform Episode Transcript: https://preparelikeapro.com/episode-131-jordan-sellar/

Highlights of the presentation: - Ankle/foot complex - Hips - Torso/Head To join our Coaches Academy waitlist, visit the link below: https://academypreparelikeapro.com.au/ Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the prepare like a pro platform