Conversations with players, coaches, and experts, exploring the human side of elite performance in the GAA. We’ll delve into the personal journeys that shaped t...
#09 More sprints, less recovery: How Gaelic football’s new rules will change S&C
S&C Coach Kevin Mulcahy joins me to discuss the new Gaelic football rules and their impact on strength and conditioning for players.
We discuss:
The new Gaelic football rules and the S&C training players now need
Managing injury risks with less recovery time
Why some county teams are doing too much high-intensity work
Incentivising solo & go in training
The athletic profile now required for middle-third players
Off-season training strategies for peak performance
You can follow Kevin Mulcahy on social media here:
Instagram: @tmc_performance_coaching
Twitter: @movementcoachkm
And if you want to purchase one of his training plans, go here:
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https://tmcperform.gumroad.com
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#08 The Fear Coach - How to play your best when it counts
Drewe Broughton, known as The Fear Coach, is the latest guest on the podcast.
We discuss:
His journey from professional football to performance coaching
Facing internal battles with fear and self-doubt
Consistency and authenticity in high-pressure environments
Working with elite athletes, including Tyrone's Conor Meyler
Key mindset shifts for performing under pressure
The dangers of over-preparation and how to balance it
How pressure can be seen as a privilege
Emotional intelligence for athletes
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Cavan footballer and former Collingwood player Aishling Sheridan is the latest guest on the podcast.
We discuss:
Her decision to step away from AFLW
The recruitment process and trials
Navigating her early years in Australia during Covid
Melbourne living
Training week structure at Collingwood
Key S&C tips from AFL
Pre-game journaling
Media training and building a personal brand
Working in online coaching
You can follow Aishling here:
https://www.instagram.com/aishlingsheridan/
https://www.instagram.com/at_aish_fit/
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#06 Kieran Lillis - The secret to inter-county longevity, training with Kenya’s best & mindset strategies
Great chat with Laois footballer Kieran Lillis on this week’s show.
We discuss:
Huge success he enjoyed early in his career
The lifestyle habits needed to play at inter-county level
Key S&C metrics he looks to hit
How he mentally preps for big games
Growing up with Zach Tuohy
His experience of training with elite athletes in Kenya
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I’m joined by sports psychologist Kelley Fay on this week’s show.
She currently works with the Roscommon men’s and Meath ladies footballers.
She has been part of the Royals’ backroom team for a number of years, including their back-to-back All-Ireland successes.
In the past, Kelley has worked with Team GB, Ulster Rugby, plus a host of individual athletes across GAA and rugby, athletics, golf, gymnastics, skiing, snowboarding and others.
We discuss:
Lack of confidence in Irish athletes
Strategies for building confidence
How to deal with tough defeats
Psychological traits of elite athletes
Wound up or calm before games?
Resilience & belief of elite athletes
Enjoying the occasion & creating a positive team culture
Body language in high pressure situations
Creating a player-led culture
You can follow Kelley here: https://www.instagram.com/kf_performance/
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Conversations with players, coaches, and experts, exploring the human side of elite performance in the GAA. We’ll delve into the personal journeys that shaped their careers and examine aspects like training, mindset, and what it takes to perform at the highest level.
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