Athletic Skills Podcast (Athletic Skills)
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| 23 Jul 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 7 Coaching in Different Environments and how data may support your coaching with Toby Williamson | 00:39:06 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we are joined by Toby Williamson, a Strength and Conditioning coach at Shrewsbury International School in Bangkok. Toby shares insights on leveraging diverse coaching experiences, integrating S&C into school curriculums, and using data to tailor training programs, enhance student confidence, and improve athletic performance. Listen in for practical insights and advice on how to positively impact youth athletes' physical development. Feel free to get in touch with Toby: Email: Strengthcoachnause@gmail.com LinkedIn Profile Click here To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: Come find out more about Athletic Skills here: Thanks for listening! | |||
| 02 Jul 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 4 S&C in PE with Josh Marlow | 00:44:26 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we are joined once again by Josh Marlow. Josh dives deep into the necessity and implementation of Strength and Conditioning (S&C) within Physical Education (PE) in schools. We discuss the impact of movement breaks in sessions, one strategy for engaging students, and the benefits of integrating peer coaching and unstructured play. Josh elaborates on the logistics of implementing these methods, with or without equipment, and ways to track progress and development across ages. Listen in for practical insights and advice on how to positively impact youth athletes' physical development. Feel free to get in touch with Josh Marlow: Email: JmarlowSnC@outlook.com To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: Come find out more about Athletic Skills here: Thanks for listening! | |||
| 20 Aug 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 11 Fun in the Early Years of Physical Development with Natalie Weir | 00:41:06 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Natalie, who is an an expert in Early Years Physical Development. Natalie is currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Derby, exploring the relationship between physical activity and physical literacy in the early years and creating a health impact start-up called Playivity. Natalie shares her philosophy of FUN being at the centre of early years physical development and how coaches/teachers need to be comfortable with chaos. Natalie shares her research on physical activity in the early years and the role of physical literacy in children's lives. She also provides some great practical tips for any Sports Coach or PE teachers who are working with youth athletes. See the link in the comments to listen/watch the show! Put in the comments or DM with any questions or your thoughts on the show! Feel free to get in touch with Natalie: LinkedIn Profile Click here
Or If anyone is curious about Natalie’s PhD research or thinks they could be a part of Playivity’s mission, Natalie would love to hear from you:
To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 12 Nov 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 23. Navigating the Journey to Be an S&C Coach with James Fitzgerald | 00:45:30 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to James Fitzgerald, who is S&C coach at Derbyshire Cricket Club. We go through James's journey and his learnings on the way with some great advice for those coaches on the same journey. James discusses how he had to sacrifice many things to achieve a career in S&C, what challenges he faced and how he navigated to to get many placement opportunities within clubs and how he deals with failure in applying for roles and within his coaching. Lots of great advice here for any developing coach!
Instagram: @jamesfitzcoach LinkedIn: James Fitzgerald To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 29 Oct 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 21 with Molly Moore. How to Develop a Female Golfer | 00:32:24 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Molly Moore, Golf Coach and Founder of Girls Golf Excellence. Molly discusses how she develops female golfers from youth to experienced levels and what is involved from skill development, physical aspect of the game and the importance of mindset. She discusses how she integrates strategies to develop emotional control and decision making in her training. Molly also highlights the importance of mobility, power and fundamental movement and how a warm up can change how a golfer can perform on the course. Feel free to get in touch with Molly: Instagram: @girlsgolfexcellence LinkedIn: Molly Moore To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 06 Aug 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 9 Creating a testing battery for Youth Athletes with Isaac Hopkins | 00:30:07 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we will be chatting with Isaac Hopkins, an S&C coach specialising in youth athletic development, working within various sports and schools. Isaac shares his experience in profiling and testing youth athletes and talks through his processes in creating a testing battery to best assess, analyse and monitor your athletes development. See the link in the comments to listen/watch the show! Put in the comments or DM with any questions or your thoughts on the show! Feel free to get in touch with Isaac: LinkedIn Profile Click here Twitter/X: Isaac_hopkins To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 05 Nov 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 22 with Jake Foster. Coaching Wheel Chair Racing, Professional Football and Private Schools. Learnings as a S&C Coach | 00:38:58 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Jake Foster who is Head S&C at Royal Russel School. We go through Jake’s journey and his learnings on the way with some great advice for those coaches on the same journey. Jakes journey is different to the norm starting with his enjoyment in coaching wheel chair racing, even having the opportunity to go to the olympics in Paris. Jake also discusses how he navigated his way through his degree to get the most out his development and what were his biggest learnings from coaching in professional football, interning and leading groups to being head of S&C in the private school sector. Feel free to get in touch with Jake: Instagram: @foster_performance_training LinkedIn: Jake Foster To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 5 Integrating Fundamental Movements and Technical Coaching with Sam Cleaver | 00:33:31 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we are joined by Sam who is a a strength and conditioning coach and rugby coach. Sam discusses the integration of strength and conditioning within technical coaching, both in and out of the gym. Sam shares his journey, noting the importance of fundamental movement patterns and how they relate to athletic performance, as well as the significance of injury prevention and creating a positive training environment. Sam shares his passion for women's sports and his efforts to grow the game. Listen in for practical insights and advice on how to positively impact youth athletes' physical development. Feel free to get in touch with Sam Cleaver: Email: scleaver@myerscough.ac.uk LinkedIn Profile Click here To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: Come find out more about Athletic Skills here: Thanks for listening! | |||
| 04 Feb 2025 | Breaking in to Pro Sport: Lessons every young practitioner needs to hear with Jack Pullan | 00:40:47 | |
How to Break into Pro Sport: Lessons Every Young Practitioner Needs to Hear 🎙️ In This Episode: We’ll cover how to turn small opportunities into big breakthroughs, the power of networking, and the mindset shifts you need to stand out. Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or just starting out, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss. 🔑 Key Topics Discussed: Proactive Careers: Why taking initiative through volunteering and internships is the key to unlocking doors. The Networking Blueprint: How to build genuine relationships that lead to opportunities. From Theory to Practice: Why experience beats qualifications and how to get hands-on in the field. Common Mistakes: What NOT to do when starting out in the industry. Patience and Persistence: Why the journey to pro sport is a marathon, not a sprint.💡 What You’ll Learn: How to leverage small, unpaid roles to gain valuable experience. Networking strategies that build trust and leave a lasting impression. The importance of balancing confidence with humility when starting your career. Why a tailored CV and a willingness to ask questions can set you apart.📲 Connect with Jack Pullan: * LinkedIn Jack Pullan 🔔 Subscribe for More! Found this episode helpful? Like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more interviews with elite coaches and sports practitioners. This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile Instagram Website #ProSport #YoungPractitioners #SportsScience #BreakingIntoSport #SportsCareers | |||
| 11 Feb 2025 | How to Develop Speed and Agility That Transfers to On-Pitch Performance with James Nolan | 00:50:00 | |
🚀 Speed and agility can be the difference in winning and losing—but are you training them effectively?In this episode, we sit down withJames Nolan, First-Team Strength & Conditioning Coach at Cardiff Rugby, to break down how to develop speed and agility that actually transfers to game performance.With a background spanning rugby, football, and elite athlete development, James shares insights into:🏃 Why many S&C coaches struggle with speed & agility training.🏉 How to develop speed and agility that transfers to game based improvements to team sports.📊 The key physical qualities behind acceleration, deceleration & change of direction.🔄 The role of gym training vs. on-field drills in developing faster athletes.⚡ How return-to-play protocols can rebuild speed & confidence post-injury.If you're a coach, or practitioner looking to learn more about making your athletes faster, bridge the gap between the gym and on-pitch performance, this episode is packed with practical insights!Key Takeaways & Timestamps📌 0:00 – How James Nolan built his career in elite S&C📌 3:00 – Why coaches struggle with speed & agility training📌 7:30 – How gym-based training impacts sprinting & agility📌 12:00 – Developing acceleration, deceleration, and change of direction📌 18:00 – Open vs. closed agility drills: When and how to use them📌 24:00 – Why warm-ups are a hidden weapon for speed & movement skill📌 30:00 – Return-to-play protocols: How to safely rebuild speed after injury📌 37:00 – How to make agility drills more game-relevant📌 45:00 – James’ advice for grassroots coaches developing young athletesLinks & Resources📩 Connect with James Nolan on LinkedIn🔔 Subscribe for More! Found this episode helpful? Like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more interviews with elite coaches and sports practitioners.Instagram: athleticskillseducationEmail: info@athleticskills.co.uk#SpeedTraining #Agility #StrengthAndConditioning #AthleteDevelopment #Rugby #SportsScience #Coaching | |||
| 15 Oct 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 19 with David Cripps. Coaching Youth S&C | 00:37:21 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to David Cripps, founder and director of Coalition Performance. David discusses what are the benefits of S&C in youth development, how it fits around training, what strategies he used when time was short and how to get buy in from coaches/players. David goes in to coaching fundamental movements on the training pitch, how he made it practical and integrated within technical sessions. He shares his insights in to coaching youth athletes, what are the challenges and strategies he used and things to be aware of when coaching S&C with youth athletes. Feel free to get in touch with David: LinkedIn Profile: David Cripps Instagram: coalitionperformance Facebook: coalitionperformancesolihull www.coalitionperformance.co.uk To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 23 Dec 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 28. Endurance Training 101 with Emma O'Toole | 00:48:17 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we speak with Emma O'Toole, founder of BUILT TO ENDURE Click the link in the comments to watch the full episode. Emma shares her passion for endurance training and highlights why strength training is essential for endurance athletes. She discusses various methods of endurance training and offers insights into how it can be made fun and engaging for athletes of all levels, while also addressing some common myths surrounding endurance training. Emma also delves into her reasons for advocating strength training as a crucial complement to endurance training and introduces her program, Built to Endure. If you're a coach or practitioner interested in learning more about endurance training, this is a must-listen! Feel free to get in touch with Emma and see more about the Built to Endure for lots more resources: www.builttoendure.pro Emma O'Toole To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 03 Sep 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 13 Developing Fundamental Movement and Running Technique with Tim Egerton | 00:39:48 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat toTim Egerton who is an Running Coach and Owner of Foxwood Personal Training. Tim shares to what is involved as a running coach, his philosophies or developing runners, how S&C can compliment endurance training, what he looks for when analysing his runners movement and what drills he may use to develop technique but also engage his clients. See the link in the comments to listen/watch the show! Put in the comments or DM with any questions or your thoughts on the show! Feel free to get in touch with Tim: LinkedIn Profile Click here To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 17 Dec 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 27: Why School Pe Curriculum Fails Early Years Development with Marnie Wills | 00:52:50 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we speak with Marnie Wills, Founder and Director of SportyMinis Marnie's passion for the physical development of young children shines through in this engaging podcast. She discusses the gaps she sees in current physical education programs, comparing the approaches in Australia and the UK. The challenges she encountered inspired her to create SportyMinis, a program that focuses on key areas of early childhood physical development and how it differs from other stages of child growth. Marnie highlights the importance of taking a holistic approach to physical education—one that is not only fun and educational but also encompasses all aspects of PE, beyond just sport and skill development. This episode is a must-listen for teachers and sports coaches working with young athletes across age groups! Feel free to get in touch with Marnie and see more about the SportyMinis for lots more resources: Instagram: sportyminisuk Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 03 Dec 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 25. Strength & Conditioning from a England Touch Rugby Player's Perspective with Dom Tripp | 00:43:03 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Dom Tripp who is an England Touch Rugby Player and Coach. We chat to Dom on how S&C was integrated in to his playing career and he gives a players perspective on how it helped develop his performance. Dom discusses how a passion in S&C and physical development has shaped his coaching philosophy and why play is always at the centre of his coaching. Great advice for any sports and lots of transfers that Touch Rugby can provide to other sports. Feel free to get in touch with Dom: Email: dom@try-sports.com LinkedIn: Dom Tripp To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 27 Aug 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 12 Insights in Early Years Physical Development with Helen and Brianne | 00:43:22 | |
Welcome to Athletic Skills Podcast the show where we help sports coaches and PE teachers learn how they can impact their athletes' movement and physical development in a fun, practical way. I'm your host, Isaac Leung, founder of Athletic Skills, and in today’s episode, we chat to Helen and Brianne who are experts in Early Years Physical development. They highlight the challenges faced by early years teachers and coaches, stressing the necessity of understanding developmental stages and the dangers of underestimating young children's capabilities. They explain the importance of fundamental movement skills and how their Physical Activity Adventure Pack aims to fill gaps in current PE provisions. We also discuss the roles parents, the impact of screen time, the balance between physical and digital activities, and the mental and social benefits of physical activity. They also discuss the barriers faced by coaches and PE teachers and introduce their comprehensive Physical Activity Adventure Pack designed to make high-quality, developmentally-appropriate PE accessible to all early years settings. See the link in the comments to listen/watch the show! Put in the comments or DM with any questions or your thoughts on the show! Feel free to get in touch with Helen and Brianne: https://www.musicandmovement.org.uk/paap-physical-activity-adventure-pack/ https://www.teachearlyyears.com/learning-and-development/view/physical-activity-early-years
To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 17 Sep 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 15 with Chris Chapman. How to Coach Acceleration | 00:50:34 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Chris Chapman, a S&C coach who specialised in Speed Training. Chris shares insights in to why having the ability to coach Speed can add great value to your coaching, how he goes about developing acceleration which is vital for so many actions in sport and shares practical insights on coaching acceleration that you can add straight away in to your coaching! Feel free to get in touch with Chris: LinkedIn Profile: Chris Chapman Instagram: thespeedmechanic YouTube: @thespeedmechanic Website: www.speedmechanic.co.uk To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 10 Dec 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 26. The Importance of Youth Athletic Development with Rob Anderson | 00:52:45 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Rob Anderson who is the founder and director of the Athlete Academy. We chat to Rob on all things Youth Athletic Development, Maturation and Growth Spurts and how Rob develops his athletes movement to create the foundations for long term success. You can see straight away Rob's passion for Youth Development and how he is looking to solve many gaps out there and educate others in this area. Check out the Athlete Academy page for lots of resources to use in your coaching! Feel free to get in touch with Rob: Instagram: _theathleteacademy LinkedIn: Rob Anderson Athlete Academy www.theathleteacademy.uk To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 10 Sep 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 14 with Bernat Torras | 00:31:26 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we will be chatting with Bernat who is a International Padel Coach. Bernat shares his knowledge of what makes a successful Padel Player, how advanced and beginners may differ, what key movements are vital in padel and why fitness and developing strong movements is important for padel development at all abilities. He also shares how centres and players can get involved to develop themselves and players that come to their centre to help grow. Feel free to get in touch with Bernat: LinkedIn Profile: Bernat Torras Instagram; thepadelrow To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 16 Jul 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 6 Coaching Fundamental Movements with Youth Athletes with James Douglas | 00:38:24 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we interview James Douglas, Head of Athletic Development and Head of Athletics at Norwich School. We discuss James' philosophy on strength and conditioning, the importance of building relationships with youth athletes, designing programs for different athletic levels, and the vital role of competition in youth development. James also shares insights into incorporating speed and agility training, tips for sports coaches and PE teachers, and outlines the athletic development and athletics programs at Norwich School. Listen in for practical insights and advice on how to positively impact youth athletes' physical development. Feel free to get in touch with James: Email: jdouglas@norwich-school.org.uk LinkedIn Profile Click here Instagram: @sprint_performance_uk Twitter/X: @jamesD1238 To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: Come find out more about Athletic Skills here: Thanks for listening! | |||
| 26 Nov 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 24. Putting Speed in to Context with Chris Chapman | 00:49:44 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Chris Chapman who is a Speed Coach and Coach Mentor. This is Part 2 with Chris following on from his previous episode (Episode 15) where we discuss how Speed Coaching can be put in to context so athletes get faster in their sport, not just to have "good mechanics". We also discuss why coaches should have mentors and what qualities make a good mentor that you should be aware of when identifying someone to work with. Feel free to get in touch with Chris: Instagram: @thespeedmechanic Website: www.speedmechanic.co.uk To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 21 Jan 2025 | The Secrets of Getting in to Pro Sport with Jonty Norris | 00:50:28 | |
Breaking into professional sports as a coach or practitioner can feel like an uphill battle. 🏆 In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, Jonty Norris, S&C coach at British Triathlon and Head S&C at Sunderland FC, shares his secrets to landing roles in elite sport and thriving across football, cricket, rugby, and triathlon. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your career in pro sport, this conversation is packed with advice, real-world strategies, and actionable tips. 🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * How to transition from grassroots coaching to professional sports * The power of volunteering, internships, and shadowing in building experience * How to stand out when applying for competitive S&C roles * Jonty’s advice on balancing subjective and objective athlete monitoring * Why coaching in multi-sport environments is key to development * Simple tips for grassroots coaches to monitor athletes with limited resources * Lessons on resilience, career growth, and navigating fear and doubt 💬 Join the Conversation: What’s been the biggest challenge you’ve faced getting into pro sport? Share your experience or ask your questions in the comments—we’d love to feature them in future episodes! 📲 Connect with Jonty Norris: * Twitter: @JontyNorris * LinkedIn Jonty Norris 🔔 Subscribe for More! Found this episode helpful? Like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more interviews with elite coaches and sports practitioners. This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 08 Oct 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 18 with Francisco. Coaching Youth Strength & Conditioning on a Farm | 00:27:55 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Francisco, founder and owner of Rustiq Fitness. Francisco discusses a the importance of multi-sport participation for young athletes and the benefits of strength and conditioning training for children. He busts some myths related to strength training for children and highlights the impact of fitness training on mental resilience and overall well-being. Francisco shares some of his unique and unconventional training methods using farm equipment and shares how you can make S&C practical in your setting. Feel free to get in touch with Francisco: Instagram: @rustiqfit FacebookWebsite: www.rustiqfitness.com Email: info@rustiqfitness.com To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 01 Oct 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 17 with Sam Horton. Primary Age Physical Development | 00:36:45 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Sam Horton who is a PE and swimming coordinator with a passion for primary education development. Sam shares insights into his role overseeing Physical Education, School Sport, and Physical Activity (PESPA), and discusses the importance of building fundamental motor skills in young children. He emphasises the benefits of not only physical side of PE but also the social and emotional changes that can happen. Sam discusses the importance of multi-sport exposure, and methods he uses to keep students engaged. Sam also touches on his strategies for managing swimming education at his school and the life-long benefits of learning to swim at an early age. Feel free to get in touch with Sam: LinkedIn Profile: Sam Horton Instagram: primary_pe_lead To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 25 Jun 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 3 S&C in Schools and working with Athletes with Learning Difficulties with Scott Webb | 00:35:54 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we interview Scott Webb, head of athletic development. We discuss coaching strategies, the integration of S&C in school programs, working with youth athletes and effective methods to help students improve their physical literacy and mental well-being. Scott also discusses how he coaches children with learning difficulties and gives some practical tips on how get started if you wanted to introduce S&C to your environment. Listen in for practical insights and advice on how to positively impact youth athletes' physical development. Feel free to get in touch with Scott: Email: Scottwebbtraining97@outlook.com To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: Come find out more about Athletic Skills here: Thanks for listening! | |||
| 30 Jul 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 8 How to develop your athletes speed in a simple way with JP Laurent | 00:39:19 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we will be chatting with JP Laurent, Speed and Movement Coach, @rapid_running. JP shares his expertise on youth athlete development and where he would start with a new athlete to analyse their movement. JP provides some practical drills he would use to get bang for buck with impacting movement. JP explains some of his athletic training principles, the importance of rhythm in movement, the role of parents, and dispels some common myths about speed and performance training. See the link in the comments to listen/watch the show! Put in the comments or DM with any questions or your thoughts on the show! Feel free to get in touch with JP: LinkedIn Profile Click here Instagram: @rapid_running To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 28 Jan 2025 | How sending one email opened a door and set up my career with Isaac Hopkins | 00:45:07 | |
How sending one email opened a door and set up my career For Isaac Hopkins, an experienced Strength and Conditioning coach, it started with one bold move—a single email that opened doors to shadowing elite coaches and kickstarted his journey. Today, Isaac is shaping the future of England Touch, preparing athletes for the intense demands of this fast-paced, high-intensity game. From agility to deceleration, he’s redefining performance strategies for a sport that’s growing exponentially. Isaac also works in numerous other areas including schools as well doing is own pHd research. In this episode, you’ll learn: * 🤝 How to network effectively and find mentorship opportunities. * 🏉 Why coaching across sports makes you a better practitioner. * 📊 The essentials of athlete monitoring—what works and what doesn’t. * 🚀 The rise of Touch Rugby and its unique physical demands. * 🧠 How to reflect on mistakes and grow as a coach. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your approach, this episode offers a goldmine of insights for students, coaches, and athletes alike. Key Takeaways 📌 0:00 – The Email That Changed Isaac’s Career Path Forever 📌 3:00 – Why Asking the Right Questions Builds Stronger Connections 📌 7:30 – Adapting Your Coaching Style Across Different Sports 📌 15:00 – What Makes S&C Coaching in Schools So Unique 📌 21:00 – Athlete Monitoring: Simplify, Don’t Overcomplicate 📌 28:00 – Touch Rugby: Preparing Athletes for a Demanding Game 📌 36:00 – Balancing Research and Coaching: Isaac’s PhD Journey 📌 42:00 – What’s Next? Isaac’s Plans to Elevate Touch Rugby Worldwide Links & Resources * Follow Isaac Hopkins on LinkedIn * Check Out Train Touch on Instagram * Upcoming Events: England Touch High-Performance Conference *Subscribe for more inspiring stories and actionable advice. This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 31 Dec 2024 | How Make Warm Ups Fun, Engaging and Effective with Bam | 00:53:23 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we speak with BAM, Finland Women's Sevens coach and is also owner of the Clubhouse Gym. This is a must listen to learn how to coach fundamental movements in a fun, practical way in any environment, especially acceleration, deceleration and change of direction ability! We cover ➡️ Delivering a Warm Up with Fun and Engagement ➡️ The use of games in developing movement ➡️ Why coaches should step back and allow athletes to make mistakes. ➡️ Coaching deceleration and change of direction in isolation and within chaos and how you can still coach within these scenarios. For any sports coach or young practitioner aspiring to make a bigger impact on movement and physical development, this episode is a must-listen, packed with valuable advice and practical in formation to take straight in to your training! Feel free to get in touch with BAM: Instagram: bamrugby Email us for more support on advancing your coaching: info@athleticskills.co.uk Instagram: athleticskillseducation This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 11 Jun 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 1 S&C in Schools with Josh Marlow | 00:28:34 | |
In this episode, we speaks with Josh Marlow about the importance of strength and conditioning (S&C) in schools. We explore Josh's experiences in integrating S&C into school programs, busting myths around S&C, and making training accessible and enjoyable for all students. Key topics include ways to encourage participation, balancing training for both elite athletes and general students, and tips for implementing S&C with limited resources. Listen in for practical insights and advice on how to positively impact youth athletes' physical development. Feel free to get in touch with Josh Marlow: Email: JmarlowSnC@outlook.com To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: Come find out more about Athletic Skills here: Thanks for listening! | |||
| 18 Feb 2025 | Stop Controlling Your Emotions On The Pitch. Do This Instead with Lauren Garner | 00:50:46 | |
🚨What if everything you’ve been told about mental toughness is wrong? 🚨 Athletes are constantly told to"control their emotions" to perform at their best. But what if that approach is actuallyholding you back? In this episode,Lauren Garner, a sports psychologist in training working with Sunderland AFC, breaks down whyacceptance, not control, is the key to unlocking athlete performance. We dive deep into:
Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or practitioner, this episode will change how you think about emotions and performance. Key Takeaways & Timestamps 📌0:00 – Why traditional mental toughness advice is flawed 📩Connect with Lauren Garner on LinkedIn This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile Instagram Website #SportsPsychology #Mindset #MentalPerformance #Coaching #AthleteDevelopment #EmotionalResilience #Breathwork #PeakPerformance | |||
| 13 Aug 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 10 How to use data from testing within practice with Ashley Friel | 00:25:41 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Ashley Friel, who is an S&C coach from Australia. Ashley's talks through his journey into S&C coaching and experiences moving to a new country. He talks the importance of data collection in youth athletics, the similarities and differences between coaching in schools and sports clubs, explains how he combines academic and physical data to impact student development. See the link in the comments to listen/watch the show! Put in the comments or DM with any questions or your thoughts on the show! Feel free to get in touch with Ashley: LinkedIn Profile Click here To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 07 Jan 2025 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 30: Can you do Sport Specific Training? with Blaine Clancy | 00:37:05 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we speak with Blaine Clancy, Physical Performance Coach. Blaine Clancy brings extensive experience coaching various sports and working with diverse populations. He delves into Youth Athletic Development, exploring how his philosophy has evolved over time. We discuss an intriguing question: when coaching fundamental movements, is there such a thing as being "sport-specific"? It’s a fascinating topic, as coaches often emphasize making their sessions sport-specific. But what about the foundational skills all athletes need? Additionally, we explore the role of a coach as a salesperson—how to secure buy-in from others—and the ways parents can be leveraged to further support athletes. Blaine also shares his thoughts on whether young practitioners should volunteer for free at the start of their journey or focus on finding paid roles. What’s your perspective? Should every opportunity have monetary value, or can coaches gain other meaningful benefits from unpaid experiences? Feel free to get in touch with Blaine and see more about the his work: Instagram: bc_performance This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 14 Jan 2025 | Want a Job in Pro Sports? Do this after Uni! Episode 31 with Andrew Langford | 00:41:32 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we speak with Andrew Langford, Director of the iUSCA. Andrew shares his perspective on the journey from student to strength and conditioning (S&C) coach, discussing how universities can support aspiring coaches through both education and practical experience. He highlights what defines a high-quality degree program, the importance of hands-on experience, and the key qualities that help students and young coaches stand out in the competitive sports industry. For any young practitioner aspiring to enter high-performance sport, this episode is a must-listen, packed with valuable advice from someone with insider knowledge who has walked the same path. Feel free to get in touch with Andrew and see more about the iUSCA for lots more resources To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||
| 24 Sep 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 16 with CJ: How to develop a successful tennis player physically. | 00:31:12 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Christopher (CJ) Kindred, a tennis coach who also has a background in Strength & Conditioning. CJ outlines the four key performance factors in tennis and he emphasises the importance of a balanced combination of these factors for player success. He then goes deep into the importance of footwork and fundamental movements in tennis and shares techniques and drills to develop efficient movement and athleticism, especially for young players. We go discuss practical insights into coaching strategies, including the use of medicine balls, resistance bands, and other specific drills to enhance players' physical and technical abilities and the evolution of warm-up routines from basic exercises to sport-specific drills that enhance athletic performance and injury prevention. All these points have great insight for tennis coaches and coaches across any other backgrounds with many points transferable across the board. Put in the comments or DM with any questions or your thoughts on the show! Feel free to get in touch with CJ: LinkedIn Profile: Christopher Kindred Instagram; cj.kindred Email: cjkindredtennis@gmail.com To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: | |||
| 18 Jun 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 2 Youth S&C, Fundamental Movements and Coaching the Squat with Rob Palmer | 00:40:20 | |
In this episode of Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat with Rob Palmer, Strength and Conditioning (S&C) coach and founder of 949 Strength, about S&C coaching for youth athletes. We explore fundamental movement skills, and the importance of balance and mobility in athletic development. Rob talks us through how to coach a squat and the value it can have to performance and development. Rob also discuss the impact of strength training on athletic performance. There are lots of practical tips and things to take in to your coaching straight away! Feel free to get in touch with Rob: Email: robertnealpalmer@gmail.com To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: Come find out more about Athletic Skills here: Thanks for listening! | |||
| 22 Oct 2024 | Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 20 with Jesus Mateo Cortes. Developing Elite Female Athletes Movement and Fitness | 00:42:00 | |
In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Jesús Mateo Cortés, Lead Sport Scientist and Strength & Conditioning Coach at West Ham Women's Team. Jesus discusses how S&C is integrated at West Ham and what happens day to day in preparation for training. Jesus shares insights in to his pillars of developing female athletes, what areas he focuses on in the gym and on the pitch and how he gets buy in from players to his methods. He shares how he structures his training so it flows together with the technical aims of the day and how he uses the 12 minutes he has prior to training to make an impact on movement and robustness along with with some insights in to how he goes about mitigating the risk of ACL injuries. Feel free to get in touch with Jesus: Instagram: @jesusmateorhb To continue the discussion and chat about any of the points mentioned on the podcast, come and join the Athletic Skills Free Community to be part of a group with fellow sports coaches and PE teachers and ask questions, share ideas and challenges and learn together on impacting movement and physical development in your youth athletes! Click here to join! This podcast is brought to you by Brendan Chaplin Business Coaching. Brendan guides coaches and service based entrepreneurs to deliver their best work, build a 7 figure lifestyle and performance business and create a life of freedom. To get in touch with Brendan, DM him the word COACH and he will start the conversation on any of the platforms below: LinkedIn Profile | |||