Growing Up Strong

THIS is Growing Up Strong, Series 4! The second episode of this new series is with Head of Academy Sports Science at Celtic, Oliver Morgan. We cover Rehab-Focused Roles, Putting a stamp on a new role and challenging successful athletes amongst many other areas. It would be great to hear some feedback on this series, please feel free to comment! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

THIS is Growing Up Strong, Series 4! The first episode of this new series is with EXOS Performance Specialist, Mathew Jones We cover how he navigated coaching abroad, how he got up to speed with a new sport, CV advice and his current role amongst many other areas. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible, on Podbean, Twitter or itunes itself! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 21!  You thought it was goodbye....nope! Back with a bang, our guest on this Episode is Jeremy Frisch! Performance coach and twitter video extraordinaire. Topics Covered include: -Play as a tool -When to introduce structure -Synchronicity in group coaching Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible, on Podbean, Twitter or itunes itself! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!  

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 20!   Thank you for your patience, some fantastic content coming up. Starting with this episode! Today I'm delighted to be joined by another Olympian in Kelly Massey! Kelly is now a lecturer among other things and gives us an insight into a real range of areas. We discuss some great topics including Kelly's athletic journey, the role of strength coaches in athletics, ensuring children stay active and the importance of winning for development. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible, on Podbean, Twitter or itunes itself! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 19!   Well, after a looooong break we're BACK! Today I'm joined by Founder and director of Smart Performance and Sport Science, Manuel Lapuente. We discuss some great topics around the use of GPS with young athletes, the mentorship that he runs at Smart Performance and Sport Science and the importance of connecting with fellow pracitioners! Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible, on Podbean, Twitter or itunes itself! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 18!     In the first episode for a while (sorry!) I'm joined by Strength and Conditioning Coach Matt Nuttall Matt is first and foremost an ex-National level kickboxer and has taken this knowledge of combat sports into his strength and conditioning career. One of the main reasons I wanted to get Matt on was the fact that his area is so specific and different to what we've had before. Amongst other topics we discuss the mentality in takes to develop into an adult athlete, the dangers of loading a movement issue and developing power in combat athletes. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible, on Podbean, Twitter or itunes itself! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 17!   In this episode I'm in the company of Professor David Behm of Memorial University, Newfoundland. David has contributed to a wide range of research in adolescent strength and conditioning and offers some great information on subjects such as training with velocity, stretching pre and post sessions, and what he would do on day 1 with an athlete. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible, on Podbean, Twitter or itunes itself! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 16!   In this episode I'm delighted to be joined by strength and conditioning coach for British Gymnastics and trampoline, Jack Dent. Jack brings a fantastic insight into developing young gymnasts, how other sports can use gymnastics and also speaks about his role as Module Lead for Strength and Conditioning at the University of Sunderland; Focusing on what the next generation of coaches need to develop! If you enjoyed this or any of the other episodes please leave an Itunes review and help spread the word! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 15!   In this episode I'm in the company of Gill Myburgh, Strength and Conditioning Coach with the LTA and PhD. We talk physical literacy for Tennis, building a competency protocol, strength and conditioning on tour and many other topics that are a great source of learning, from a coach who's had a clear impact on a top level programme. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible, on Podbean, Twitter or itunes itself! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 14!   In this episode I'm delighted to be joined by Olympian and Strength and Conditioning coach Jared Deacon We talk strength Programming in the EIS, working with paralympic athletes, teaching speed in a team sport setting and many other topics that are a great source of learning, from such an experienced coach. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible, on Podbean, Twitter or itunes itself! Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey Thank you and enjoy!

  WE"RE BACK!   This is Growing Up Strong Episode 13! In this episode i'm delighted to be joined by Football Science research legend (!) Barry Drust. We talk the state of research, application to a practical setting and the importance of being given a chance, amongst many other things that you won't want to miss. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey   Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 12! In this episode i'm delighted to be joined by Academy Conditioning Coach at Malmo FF, Mark Read. We talk being a Brit working abroad, the culture towards fitness in Europe, developing speed and agility in youth athletes, and crossover from gym to field. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey   Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 11.  It's an hour-long sleep special! In this episode i'm delighted to be joined by sleep recovery coach, Nick Littlehales. Some of the things we discuss are sleep quality, the importance of sleep as an athlete, the value of napping and sleep myths. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey   Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 10. In this episode i'm delighted to be joined by academy strength and conditioning coach at Liverpool Ladies, Jordan Tyrer. Some of the things we discuss are the differences in coaching females, the lack of strength-confident athletes in the female game and Jordan's own pet peeves about the profession. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey   Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 9! In this episode i'm so happy to say I am joined by all round athletic development legend, Vern Gambetta. We discuss the what it takes to develop a top-level mover, 'Failing forwards' and key elements to succesful long term athlete development programmes. Don't miss this one! Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey   Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 8! In this episode i'm delighted to be joined by Head of Sports Physiology at ASPIRE and world-renowned practitioner, Marco Cardinale. We discuss the physical foundations of being an olympian, athlete recovery and Marco's own pet peeves about the profession. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey   Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 7! In this episode i'm joined by Danny Torpey. Danny is the Lead U9's-16's Sports Scientist at Reading Football Club. We discuss his journey from volunteer to full time practitioner, the physical programme with Reading's players aged 9 to 16, and an interesting pet peeve! Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. Catch me on twitter @Coach_Joycey   Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 6! In this episode I talk to Sports and Performance Psychologist, Dave Readle. Dave talks really honestly about his life experiences and how they've shaped his philosophy as a psychologist and shares some great insight on topics such as, pressure on young athletes, developing grit and his views on mindfulness. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. You can catch Dave himself on twitter @DaveReadle Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 5! In this episode i'm joined by Bob Alejo. Bob has just become Director of Sports Science at Powerlift, and has over 35 years experience within a range of sports and roles. We discuss his time with Billy Beane at the Oakland A's, Training for Power and the use of Strongman style circuits amongst other topics. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. Bob is active on twitter and you can catch him on @coach_alejo   Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 4. In this episode i'm joined by Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach at Melbourne Storm, Justin Blee. We discuss a range of topics including Strenghth and Conditioning in an NRL setting, strength programme progression within different age groups, and dealing with a different climate. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. You can also catch Justin himself on twitter @justin_blee Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 3. In this episode i'm joined by Director of Sports Science at Great Britain Baseball, Alan Dean. We discuss a range of topics including the youth structure with a minority sport in England, the physical demands of Baseball and how they're met, and engaging young players through modern methods. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. You can also catch Alan himself on twitter @smarttobefit or directly on email at info@smarterperformance.co.uk Thank you and enjoy!

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 2. In this episode, Strength and Conditioning Coach at Scottish Rugby Union Borders Academy Rob Anderson joins me. We discuss a range of topics including strength programmes, periods of accelerated growth and the effects working with athletes part-time. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. You can also catch Rob himself on twitter @athleticevouk or on the website athleticevolution.co.uk Thank you and enjoy!  

This is Growing Up Strong Episode 1. In this episode Head of Academy Strength and Conditioning at Brighton and Hove Albion, Will Abbott joins me. We discuss a wide range of topics including on-field periodisation, differences between first team and academy roles, and the importance of coach-support staff relationships. Please feel free to leave feedback wherever possible. You can also catch Will himself on twitter @willabbott_ Thank you and enjoy!    

This is Growing Up Strong. Welcome to a brand new podcast aimed at being a learning tool for all things youth-athletes. Over the course of the series we'll talk to a wide range of practitioners from all over the globe about the Sports Science/Strength and Conditioning and Medical support of athletes who are not yet adults. Please feel free to leave feedback, you can tweet me @coach_joycey. Thankyou and welcome!