Common Mistakes Coaches Make in GAA Speed Training
🎧 Purchase the In-Season Speed Guidehttps://fhs-performance.kit.com/products/gaa-in-season-speed-guide📥 Access the Top Speed Warm-Up Templatehttps://fhs-performance.kit.com/990dc8c063Episode Summary:In this episode, we explore the 7 most common mistakes GAA coaches and players make when trying to improve sprinting and speed. From over-relying on drills to neglecting the role of actual sprint exposure, we break down what’s holding players back and how to fix it.Whether you're coaching at underage, club, or intercounty level, this episode provides practical takeaways to improve your speed training methods. We also discuss the role of strength work, plyometrics, recovery, and how to better integrate sprinting into GAA schedules.Topics Covered:Sprint exposure for underage vs adult playersWhen drills help — and when they don’tHow much recovery is really needed between sprintsIntegrating sprinting with gym work and gamesSmart use of hills, games, and plyometricsThe impact of video feedback and coaching detail🔗 For more speed-focused training support, grab the In-Season Speed Guide and the Top Speed Warm-Up Template using the links above.🎙️ Follow for weekly episodes on performance, coaching, and long-term athlete development in Gaelic Games.
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Integrating Development & Performance in Underage GAA with Conor Shannon
🎯 Grab the GAA In-Season Speed Guide:https://fhs-performance.kit.com/products/gaa-in-season-speed-guideIn this episode, we take a clear-eyed look at the current state of youth player development in Gaelic Games — what’s working, what’s not, and what we can do better. Drawing on research, practical coaching experience, and system-level insights, we explore the real environments young players are growing up in, and how we can support them more effectively.You’ll learn:Why the best 14-year-old doesn’t always become the best 20-year-oldCommon pitfalls in talent identification and how to avoid themHow late developers, multi-sport athletes, and early burnout all tie into your coaching decisionsThe real meaning of “development” beyond drills and skillsKey messages for parents, coaches, and county board stakeholdersIf you're a coach, S&C, or development officer working with young players — this one’s for you. Expect honest reflection, practical solutions, and some uncomfortable truths.🔗 Watch the YouTube version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44AWd_3d7jc&ab_channel=DrJohnMurphy📲 Follow for more coaching insights on Instagram: @john.murphydrTwitter/X: @fhsperformance
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Fueling for Performance: Carb Strategies That Actually Work for GAA, LGFA & Camogie
Carb Loading for GAA Players: How to Fuel for PerformanceChampionship season is here—and that means it's time to fuel up properly. In this episode, we take a deep dive into carbohydrate loading for GAA players, covering common mistakes, practical strategies, and simple food swaps that can massively impact your energy, recovery, and match-day performance.Drawing from sport science, nutrition research, and real-world coaching experience across Gaelic football, hurling, and camogie, we break down:Why carbs matter more than ever in-seasonHow much you actually need (spoiler: it’s probably more than you think)What foods work best—and what to avoidStep-by-step strategies to gradually increase intake without feeling bloatedReal-life examples and meal templates from club and intercounty players🎯 Whether you’re a player, coach, or parent, this episode will give you the tools to fuel smarter and perform better week after week.📥 Download the free Nutrition Cheat Sheet (includes carb-loading guide):👉 https://fhs-performance.kit.com/1cef236936🚀 Need to improve your speed in-season without adding fatigue?Grab the In-Season Speed Guide here:👉 https://fhs-performance.kit.com/products/gaa-in-season-speed-guideIf you found this helpful, share it with teammates or your squad WhatsApp group. Let’s make better fueling the norm in Gaelic Games.
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Maintaining Strength, Power and Speed In-Season
👉 Stay fast. Stay strong. Even in-season.The games don’t stop — but neither should your physical performance.📦 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:🔥 In-Season Speed Plan (For Sale)A complete, game-ready speed program built for players who want to stay sharp all season. Ideal for busy match weeks and adaptable to your training schedule.→ Includes sprint drills, jump variations, and simple weekly templates.🎁 Free Download: In-Season Strength GuideA practical, no-fluff guide to maintaining strength in-season — without wrecking recovery or stealing from game day.→ Sample gym sessions, scheduling tips, and key mistakes to avoid.🧠 In this episode, we cover:Why strength & power decay quickly in-season (and how to stop it)The “12-day rule” every GAA coach should knowHow to schedule gym work around your pitch sessionsCommon mistakes (like training everyone the same or lifting too close to match day)Smart strategies: microdosing, double-sessions, and player-led choicesPitch-based ways to maintain strength using sprints, sleds, and plyosThis one’s for the players, coaches, and S&C practitioners who want to train smart, stay powerful, and dominate late into the season.Don’t let all your off-season gains go to waste — let’s get to work.
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Speed Development for GAA w Kieran Gillespie Sprint Science
🎁 Download Your Free Top Speed Warm-Up GuideStart your next speed session right → https://fhs-performance.kit.com/990dc8c063🎙️ Episode Title: Speed Development for Team Sports with Kieran Gillespie (@SprintScience)In this episode, I chat with sprint coach and 400m hurdler Kieran Gillespie, co-host of The Sprint Lab Podcast, about how to actually develop speed — especially for team sport athletes like GAA, football, and rugby players.We cover:Why speed is a trainable skill, not just a genetic giftHow to safely introduce sprinting to athletes (and why less is often more)The sprint drills that deliver the biggest bang for your buckCommon speed training mistakes in team sport settingsWhy building top speed improves endurance and repeat sprint abilityHow to structure sprint sessions for max intent and minimal sorenessSpeed training for youth athletes — what matters most at early stagesThis conversation is packed with practical advice, evidence-based principles, and real-world coaching insight. Whether you’re working with youth players or senior teams, you’ll take away simple strategies to build faster, more robust athletes.📲 Follow Kieran on Instagram → @SprintScienceIf you enjoy this episode, follow the show, rate it, and share it with another coach who wants to build speed the smart way.#SpeedTraining #SprintDrills #GAAFitness #TeamSportConditioning #YouthAthleteDevelopment #SprintScience #StrengthAndConditioning #PodcastForCoaches #TopSpeedWarmUp
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