All Things Strength & Wellness

This episode I speak with Dr Valerie Giangrande.  Dr. Valerie Giangrande is a New York based Optometrist and Quantum Biology Practitioner. Dr. Giagrande brings a unique perspective to optometry, specializing in circadian biology, epigenetics and nutrition and their contributions to ocular health.   On this episode we discuss: Valerie's background What was it like for Valerie when she first learned about circadian biology and health How to optimize our eye health through the lens of circadian biology How sunglasses can contribute to sunburn What are Valerie's thoughts on sunscreens? Valerie's thoughts on indoor lighting What health benefits did Valerie experience when she improved her circadian health  Valerie gives her thoughts on chrononutrition  This was agreat discussion with Valerie and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - quantuameyedoc Website - quantumeyedoc   Books mentioned: Lights Out - TS Wiley   Podcasts mentioned: Joe Rogan - The Sleep Loss Epidemic Episode 12: An Interview wit

This episode I speak with Tim Kettering.  Tim Kettenring is a human performance coach and rehab specialist with extensive experience at every level of sport, from developmental to professional, as well as the general population. Tim is the President and Director of Performance for Maverick Human Performance which provides coaching, consulting and education services to coaches, competitive athletes, and everyday athletes around the world.  Tim is widely recognized as a subject matter expert on energy system development for athletes.   On this episode we discuss: Tim's background? What Tim has learned from coaching Rugby Tim's biggest influences We talk energy system development - assessment and prescription Anaerobic vs aerobic vs hydrid subtypes  Aerobic vs alactic development Supplements to aid energy system development This was a great discussion with Tim and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Website - maverickhumanperformance.com   Books mentioned: Ultimate MMA conditioning  Science of Sports Trai

This episode's guest is Donie Fox. Donie Fox is an Irish physiotherapist, athletic development coach, and educator committed to advancing human performance through evidence- and experience-based rehabilitation and coaching. As the Founder and Clinical Director of RTP Physio, he is curating a patient-centred, movement-based approach while currently pursuing a Doctorate in Human Performance and Innovation at the University of Limerick. His work spans all levels of sport and is grounded in a commitment to quality, clarity, and care. On this episode we discuss: Donie's background Donie's influences Biggest problems Donie see's with the rehab and performance professions Donie discusses his system for RTP What have been Donies biggest challenges as a practitioner and coach Donie talks about his professional doctorate  Donie gives his thoughts on manual therapy If Donie could have dinner with 5 people, dead or alive, who would he choose and why? This was agreat discussion with Donie and I hope you all enjoy it.

Just a solo episode on circadian disruption and metabolic syndrome (MetS). Enjoy. RB

Solo podcast on opposition anlysis for hurling. Enjoy, RB   Articles mentioned: Redefining Strength: High Force Does Not Equal High Load The Force System in Training Resources mentioned: The Coach Analyst course    

Just a solo podcast on some thoughtas round nutrition   Enjoy.   RB

Solo episode on developing Player (or Personized) Developmental Plans (PDPs) Enjoy, RB

This episode sees the return of Jason Hettler to the podcast. Jason is the Speed and Agility Coach at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Prior to this he was the Performance and Innovation Manager at ALTIS in Phoenix, Arizona where his role included leading a group of sprinters, consulting with various professional sporting organizations, creating and editing education content, internship coordination, and media/marketing. On this episode we discuss: Jason's role at IMG How did Jason build his COD/ agility model Jason shares his annual schedule with his Tennis players He discuss performance therapy for tennis players I ask Jason about his microcycle set up I ask Jason about the differences between training sprinters vs tennis players We discuss training transfer and skills vs capacities We discuss training load and staying healthy What is the biggest thing Jason has changed his mind on lately? What is Jason's favorite Glam Slam How did Jason develop his ESD model How has fatherhood changed him What projec

This episode's guest is Nigel O'Hara who is currently the Kildare senior hurling coach and formely the hurling coach to the Na Fianna senior hurlers who won their first ever Dublin senior hurling title last season (2023).    On this episode we discuss: Nigel's background Would Nigel ever considering completling a UFEA soccer course Who have been Nigel's biggest coaching influence  I ask Nigel what is his coaching philosophy and principles Nigel gives his take on games-based training and technical work We discuss the game moments, set plays, and KPIs We discuss defensive puck outs How Nigel got involved with the Kildare senior hurlers We discuss the current state of Dublin senior hurling We discuss in-game management How does Nigel facilitate half-time with teams This was agreat discussion with Nigel and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Twitter - @nigelohara06 Videos Mentioned: A Games Centred Approach Developing Decision Makers - Paul Kinnerk GAA Games Development Conference 2017 - Paul Kinnerk   Pape

This episode's guest is Peter Wright of Petey Performance.  Peter is a Strength & Conditioning/ Performance coach currently in based in Ireland. He has worked with elite athletes in a variety of sports throughout the world, specifically international representatives in rugby, soccer, athletics, boxing, basketball, tennis, golf, cricket and sailing, as well as many intercounty GAA hurlers and footballers. You can see Peter's full biography here. On this episode we discuss: Peter's background Peter's professional and personal influences Peter's training system We discuss linear and mutli-directional speed/ agility development with team sport athletes We discuss return to performance (RTP) This was agreat discussion with Peter and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - peteyperformance Twitter - @peteyperform9 Website - peteyperformance.com   People and Resources Mentioned: ALTIS David Grey Stu McMillan Dan Pfaff Daniel Moore - currently Head S&C at Landsdowne Rugby Alan Murdoch Cian O'Br

Another solo episode.  Just a personal reflection of my first year in college as a PE and biology student teacher. Enjoy, RB

Just a solo episode discussing my experience of coaching a senior club hurling team for the past year.  Enjoy, RB

This episode's guest is Tom Tombleson. Tom is the senior strength and conditioning for the England men's rugby team.  I first met Tom back in 2017 at an Appentice Coach Programme (ACP) hosted by ALTIS, during my internship with ALTIS.  I instantly knew Tom was a person I could connect with on many levels from the interactions and conversations we shared during our time together at ALTIS.  On this episode we discuss: Tom's background Tom's training model How Tom assesses and monitors his players with the England team? I ask Tom about his experieces working under different head coaches I ask Tom how his ideas on speed development have changed over his career? How involved is Tom with the technical and tactical preparation of the team? What happens after a major tourament? How much contact does Tom have with the players when they are back with their clubs? How does Tom look after his health? How does Tom build relationships with his co-workers? What are Tom's top and current book recommendations? This was a

This episode see's the return of Rob Jacobs from Outlaw Strength. As an international Lecturer/Coach and Published author, Rob has spent the last 21 years as a strength and conditioning coach.  Coaching professional athletes, physique and bikini competitors, strongman competitors, title holders and World Champions in Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Judoka's for Team USA. Rob has worked with a diverse range of athletes; coaching Olympians and medalists in the sports of Soccer, National Champions in Track & Field, and NFL athletes from the Bengals, Giants and Vikings. Proudly, he has coached over 31 athletes in multiple sports to NCAA Division 1 scholarships.   Rob has been coached and mentored privately by the late Charles Poliquin.  He has spent years studying directly under Charles and other acclaimed coaches like Loren Seagrave (Track & Field), Boris Sheiko (powerlifting) Jud Logan (Track & Field), Derek Woodske, Andre Benoit and functional medicine doctors Dr Robert Silverman an

This episode see's the reture on David Grey. David is the CEO of David Grey Rehab. Originally an athlete himself, he was plagued with pain and injuries, and became very frustrated with the traditional “solutions” that were being offered.  Deciding to take matters into his own hands, David spent over 10 years travelling the world, learning from some of the best minds in the industry. It became very clear to him that the traditional rehab model of isolated stretching and strengthening was a very poor and inefficient way of helping people. David has developed his own unique method of helping people with their pain and movement, and he now works with clients from all walks of life. He regularly rehabs some of the the best athletes in the world, has delivered workshops and seminars internationally, and regularly consults with top Coaches & Therapists to help them get even better results with their own clients.   On this episode David and I discuss: What David learned from presenting his model of lower body bi

This episodes guest is Kevin Mulcahy. Kevin is a passionate and experienced coach who has worked with various sports teams, athletes, professionals, and clubs across three continents for over 30 years. He is the owner-operator coach of the Design the Game Project, a platform that shares coaching insights and research to a progressive and learning-led audience. Kevin also runs TMC Performance, a bespoke S&C/PT business that caters to the overall health and lifestyle of his clients from athletes to Busy Professionals through a “strength & conditioning for life & sport” mindset and programming approach. Kevin has a strong educational background in coaching science, with a BSc in Strength and Conditioning from Setanta College, a certificate in Nutritional Science and Coaching from Precision Nutrition, and a certificate in The Neuroscience of Decision Making from Barcelona FC. He has also obtained multiple certifications from organisations like ISSA and ASCA. Kevin takes an ecological approach to coac

This episode's guest is Iordan Krochev from Core Excellence. Since completing his Master's in Physiotherapy at the University of Montreal, Iordan has always been fascinated by human performance and health. He occupies multiple roles, including his work as a performance physiotherapist with Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton and a physiotherapist at the CoreXcellence Center. Iordan specializes in return to play as well as in injury management and movement optimization with a particular emphasis on speed and power sports. As a life long student, he focused on learning a variety of approaches and models and learning from experts in the field to improve his understanding and care of the athletes he collaborates with. On this episode Iordan and I discuss: Iordan influnces and the evolution of his training and rehab model Iordan shares a case study with a youth sprint athlete he is currently working with This was a great discussion with Iordan and I hope you guys really enjoy it. Stay Strong, RB   Show Notes: Email -

This episode see's the return of Joel Smith from Just Fly Sports.  Joel Smith, MS, CSCS is a NCAA Division I Strength Coach working in the PAC12 conference.  He has been a track and field jumper and javelin thrower, track coach, strength coach, personal trainer, researcher, writer and lecturer in his 8 years in the professional field.  His degrees in exercise science have been earned from Cedarville University in 2006 (BA) and Wisconsin LaCrosse (MS) in 2008.  Prior to California, Joel was a track coach, strength coach and lecturer at Wilmington College of Ohio.  During Joel’s coaching tenure at Wilmington, he guided 8 athletes to NCAA All-American performances including a national champion in the women’s 55m dash.  In 2011, Joel started Just Fly Sports with Jake Clark in an effort to bring relevant training information to the everyday coach and athlete.  Aside from the NSCA, Joel is certified through USA Track and Field and his hope is to bridge the gap between understandable theory and current coaching pra

This episodes guest is Andrew Sheaff. Andrew has been helping people improve their swimming for over 20 years. He’s worked with everyone from children learning to swim to Olympic medalists to masters triathletes and swimmers. He specialises in helping triathletes improve their swimming skills through online coaching. He is also the author of 'A Constraints-Led Approach to Swim Coaching'.  On this episode Andrew and I discuss: Andrew's background How Andrew works with swimmers Why Andrew decided to write "A Constraint-Led Approach to Swim Coaching"? How does Andrew decide when to intervene with a swimmers technical model? How does Andrew manage an athletes frustration when learning a new skill? How did Andrew find the writing process involved with his book? We discuss physical preparation for swimming? Andrews biggest influences How Andrew learns? Andrews top and current book recommendations What advice would Andrew give his younger self? What advice would Andrew give to a young coach? What are the biggest l

This episode is Part 2 with Alex Effer of Resilient Training and Rehabilitation on the compression-expansion model. Part 1 can be found here.   On this episode Alex and I discuss: How Alex's has refined his mentorship program We discuss wide and narrow archetypes, their respiration bias, their compensation strategies, and the action of their pelvic diaphragm  We discuss squatting and hinging and the archetypes Pelvic compensations among the archetypes This was a great discussion with Alex and I hope you guys really enjoy it. Stay Strong, RB   Show Notes: Website - resilientedu.com Facebook - Resilient Training and Rehabilitation Instagram - alex.effer YouTube - Resilient Lab With Alex Effer     Books Mentioned: Mastery - Robert Green Malalignment Syndrome  Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System: Foundations for Rehabilitation   Podcasts Mentioned: Physical Preparation Podcast - Episode 18 - Mike Roncarati Physical Preparation Podcast - Episode 19 - Mike Roncarati