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AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers

Prepare Like a Pro with Jack Mclean
Australian Rules Football
Strength & Conditioning
Strength and Conditioning
Nutrition
AFL
Recovery Methods
Rehabilitation Running
Strength Training
Youth Sports Training
Injury Prevention
Heart Rate Variability
Resilience
Performance Mindset
Training Load
Sports Science
Sports Nutrition
Sleep Hygiene
Sports Psychology
Athlete Monitoring
Coaching Skills

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 ... more

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Recent Guests

Greg King
Strength and Conditioning Coach with experience across various football codes.
Shanghai Port Football Club
Episode: #359 - Greg King on Translating Football Periodisation Across Sporting Codes
Tom Tombleson
Expert discussing injury recovery and performance training
Episode: 2025 Top 10 Most Listened AFL High Performance Episodes
James Wild
Challenges acceleration myths and offers insights on speed training
Episode: 2025 Top 10 Most Listened AFL High Performance Episodes
Dr. Thomas Dos Santos
Explores multi-directional speed and training methods
Episode: 2025 Top 10 Most Listened AFL High Performance Episodes
Ted Rath
Shares insights on embracing struggle for growth
Episode: 2025 Top 10 Most Listened AFL High Performance Episodes
Jon Clarke
Discusses mindfulness impact on performance
Episode: 2025 Top 10 Most Listened AFL High Performance Episodes
Jared Hoare
Maximizes physical preparation for athletes
Episode: 2025 Top 10 Most Listened AFL High Performance Episodes
Brett Smith
Unpacks tactical periodization for field sports
Episode: 2025 Top 10 Most Listened AFL High Performance Episodes
Simon Jones
Explains the importance of speed in context
Episode: 2025 Top 10 Most Listened AFL High Performance Episodes

Host

Jack McLean
Host of the Prepare Like A Pro Podcast and a prominent figure in strength and conditioning for AFL, known for providing expert insights and practical advice to enhance athletic performance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 191 ratings
  • Wow

    Just landed on this podcast, so glad I did, fantastic insights and information, for coaches, athletes, & S&C coaches, thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JeffK65
    Australiaa month ago
  • Podcast review - Daniel Jones

    Just listened to the podcast with Geelong’s head of strength and conditioning. Such an interesting listen to get an insight into the setup/profiling that takes place in a high performance environment. Very insightful to hear the different approaches used in testing of equipment isn’t readily available. The ability to create an environment where S+C coaches are pushed/challenged and questions are asked by players is also another fascinating insight. I’m from Ireland playing GAA at a high level an... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ciaran McEvoy
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast

    Fantastic insight into different aspects of working in a high performance environment for a young coach such as myself. Amazing work Jack!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Awesome man nwo
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great insight

    These podcasts really teach about training and how to traing properly for strength and conditioning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kostya Tamburrino
    Australia2 years ago
  • great podcast!!

    best strength and conditioning coach out, knows exactly what he’s talking about and cares deeply about his clients, definitely recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    will.2006
    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its insightful discussions on strength and conditioning, specifically tailored for AFL professionals. Positive feedback highlights the engaging nature of expert guests and the practical takeaways from each episode. Many appreciate the focus on current issues in sports science and player performance, making it a valuable resource for coaches and athletes alike. The conversational style and depth of knowledge shared by the host and guests contribute to a highly regarded listening experience.

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#bitesize - Balin Cupples on Movement Efficiency, Synchronisation, and What Elite Teams Do Differently
Q: How are you trying to empower athletes to drive their own preparation for a session?
Balin discusses the need for performance coaches to foster resilience while supporting athletes to take ownership of their training efforts.
#bitesize - Balin Cupples on Movement Efficiency, Synchronisation, and What Elite Teams Do Differently
Q: What's your sort of stance on developing movement efficiency?
Balin emphasizes that developing movement efficiency is game specific and requires building the right capacities in athletes.
#359 - Greg King on Translating Football Periodisation Across Sporting Codes
Q: What influences do you consider when implementing a new model in your training?
I focus on subjective feedback from the players, insights from the coaching staff, and include a blend of objective data to assess the impact of new strategies.
#359 - Greg King on Translating Football Periodisation Across Sporting Codes
Q: When did you first discover your passion for strength and conditioning?
I started coaching my brother's under 12 team when I was around 15, which sparked my passion for strength and conditioning.
#bitesize - James Wild Explains How Acceleration Style Impacts Injury Risk in Athletes
Q: What are some of your go-tos from a standards perspective when starting at a new club?
You'll have different thresholds for different technical aspects of the group, which are assessed using high-speed cameras to gather spatial temporal variables.

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This podcast serves as a key resource for those involved in Australian Rules Football, primarily strength and conditioning coaches and football players. With a focus on the nuances of performance in the AFL, it offers insights into the best practices, training regimens, and factors critical for success in this elite sport. Each episode features expert guests from diverse backgrounds, including athletes, coaches, psychologists, and nutritionists, who provide practical tips and share their professional journeys, thereby enriching the listener's understanding of how to excel in AFL. Listeners can also engage with live conversations on YouTube, enhancing their learning experience with real-time discussions and updates on relevant topics.

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