#348 - Simon Kearney on Beyond the Training Load What Work and Life Stress Mean

#348 - Simon Kearney on Beyond the Training Load What Work and Life Stress Mean

Author: Prepare Like a Pro with Jack Mclean August 24, 2025 Duration: 48:44
👉 Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Why top organizations thrive on leadership culture - Hitters vs huggers: Finding the coaching style athletes need - How Simon monitors athlete readiness and well-being - Most impactful factors that affect athlete readiness - Why buddy systems uncover the truth behind well-being ‎ People mentioned: ‎ - Craig Bellamy - Frank Ponissi - Neale Daniher - Alicia Molik - Gerry Ryan - Paul Ford - Alan Richardson - Mick Malthouse - Paul Francis ‎ Do you have feedback on the show? We would love to hear from you. Send us your feedback and tell us what you love and what you think could be better. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a review. ‏‏‎ ‎ Feedback: https://preparelikeapro.com/contact/ Review: https://link.chtbl.com/PLPlivechats/ ‎‏‏‎ ‎ Show notes: https://preparelikeapro.com/simon-kearney-on-beyond-the-training-load-what-work-and-life-stress-mean-for-athlete-readiness/ ‏‏‎ ‎‎ Are you ready to enhance your coaching? Uncover the strategies to build a thriving online platform, liberating yourself from the time-for-money constraints while pursuing a career as an AFL S&C coach. ‎‏‏‎ ‎ Book a FREE coaches discovery call https://calendly.com/plp2/15min

Hosted by Jack McLean from Prepare Like a Pro, AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers digs into the practical, often unspoken details of building elite Australian Rules footballers. This isn't about generic fitness advice; it's a focused conversation for those directly involved in the craft, whether you're a coach designing programs or a player executing them. Each episode addresses the specific, pressing questions that arise in gyms and on training grounds, breaking down the science and strategy behind peak athletic performance. You'll hear discussions on conditioning methods, injury mitigation, strength application for the field, and how to tailor preparation for the unique demands of the AFL. The aim is to move beyond theory and into actionable knowledge, providing a clear edge in a highly competitive environment. Tune in for a straightforward exchange of ideas that cuts to the core of what it takes to develop, sustain, and enhance football performance at the highest level. This podcast serves as a dedicated space for deepening your understanding of the physical side of the game, one rep and one session at a time.
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