The Robbie Bourke Podcast

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 with Dr. Jack Kruse

Episode 194: Dr. Jack Kruse - Light, water, magnetism, mitochondria, and getting your message out there

 

People and resources Mentioned:

Jack Kruse

Mattew Walker 

Alexander Wunsch

Mariana Figuerio

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 Training

 

People and resources Mentioned:

Andy Galpin

Kevin Mulcahy

Gareth Sandford

Joel Jamieson

Dave Tenney

Boo Schexnayder

Chidi Enyia

Vern Gambetta

Jorge Carvajal

Eddie Lee

Ian Gibbons

Mark Bennett

Robert Wright 

Pavel Tsatsouline 

Yuri Verkhoshanksy

George Brooks]

Stephen Sieler

Charlie Francis 

Tim Gabbett

James Smith

Jonas Dodoo

Stu McMillan

Dan Pfaff

ALTIS

Thomas Kurz

Jeremy Frisch 

Arthur Lydiard

Percy Cerutty 

AV Hill

James Morton

James Moran

Iñigo San Millán

Dan Baker

Martin Gibala

Mark Uyeyama 

Denis Logan

St. Mary's University Twickenham - MSc strength and conditioning

Dan John

Steve Magness

Elliott Richardson 

Rich Clarke

Dan Howells

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.

 

Show Notes:

Instagram - doniefox

Instagram - RTP

Website - rtp.physio

 

Books mentioned:

Polyvagul Theory 

 

People and resources Mentioned:

Vern Gambetta

Anthony Cunningham

GAIN Network

Steve Myrland 

Tracey Frober

Grace Golden

Jim Radcliffe 

Stu McMillan

Gary McGowan

John Kiely 

Dan Pfaff

ALTIS

Tommy Brennan

Andrew Libbs

Bill Knowles

Bill Hartman

Robert Saplosky 

Postural Restoration Institute (PRI)

Nadine McCarthy

Paul Kilgannon

Ellen Walsh

SFMA

Roy Keane

Michael Lewis

Steve Magness

David Morris

Stephen Porges

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