The ADAPT Performance Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jordan Webster
Welcome to the ADAPT Performance Podcast. The podcasts that let's you delve into the minds of world class guests all involved in the pursuit of performance.
Performance is a multifaceted endeavour and this podcast is going to chip away at these concepts with some extremely knowledgable and interesting guests.
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This is one of most asked questions on instagram:
'How to stop overtraining as a fighter?'
So I wanted to give a slightly more detailed ramble on this. If you have any questions on this, give me a shout and I'll try to help
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In this episode, I am joined my Ben Woolliss. We skip the intros in this once as Ben has joined me twice before on the podcast (go check them out). We get into Social Media, Business Strategy and Building A Fighters Lifestyle. Sign up to The ADAPT Newsletter HERECheck out our website HERE
In this episode I discuss the topic of punching harder. I touch on a few different topics here but it should serve as a little checklist of things for you to explore and go away and research.If you want to find out more about ADAPT and our services, check out our website at: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In this episode I discuss the topic of muscle relaxation and its implications for speed and aerobic performance. I also delve into the topic of 'optimal movement' and how this could be a flawed concept.
If you want to find out more about ADAPT and our services, check out our website at: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In today's episode, we are joined by Steve Cooper. Steve is current an S&C Coach at the English Institute of Sport where he leads the S&C for Para Table Tennis, Para Badminton and Wheelchair Basketball. This was a fantastic episode with so many insights that are invaluable.
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Today we were joined by Dr Warren Bradley of Hytro. We discuss his journey into starting a sports tech brand, the learnings along the way with some great advice for people in the industry.
Read the latest BFR research from Hytro: Hytro Docs
Find out more about Warren and Hytro:
Website - www.hytro.com
pro sports website – www.hytro.com/pro-sport
Instagram handle - @hytro_
Twitter handle - @hytrotraining
LinkedIn - Hytro
Find out more about ADAPT and our services at: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In todays episode I discuss the 'James Bond' theory of improving confidence that I stole, the science and application behind 'Pre-Exhaust' training methods and if personal training is a good career move if S&C is the end goal.To find out more info about ADAPT and our Services, head to: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Today we welcome Mitch Raynsford for a highly caffeine charged discussion about reflection, 6s wattbike testing, mindfulness, psychological safety and coaching variety. Check out ADAPT and our services at: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Today we are joined by Neil Gallagher who owns one of the best gyms I've ever been to: Pyramid Performance. We discuss the process of starting a gym and some of the lessons along the way. We then shift gears and touch on some of our key learnings in the industry so far.
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To find out more about ADAPT and our S&C Service, head to: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In today’s podcast we are joined by Chartered Psychologist Sarah Broadhead. We discuss all things psychology and mental health for sportspeople. Some of the topics:
Obsession in Sport
Mental health for athletes
Process driven vs outcome driven
Managing pre-performance nerves
Developing culture
Buy Sarah’s book -> Perform & Thrive: A Sportspersons guide to Mental Health and Wellbeing
In today's episode we are joined by Matt McInnes Watson AKA The Plyo Guy.
We discuss:
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Coaching intuition and going by ‘feel’
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Why hurdles may be hurting your jumping
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Medballs for jumping
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‘Random’ jump combos
Check out Plus Plyos for lots more jumping content at www.plusplyos.com
For S&C Coaching head to www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In todays episode we are joined by Dan Howells of Collaborate Sports. This was a great chat with Dan where we go through:
Performance in Baseball
Asking the right questions
Lateral thinking.
I REALLY enjoyed this episode and I feel like we could have talked for hours. Very very informative.
Find out more about Dan what he offers at: https://collaboratesports.com/
Find out more about ADAPT at: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In todays episode I am joined by Downhill Mountain Biking 2020 UCI Overall World Cup winner, 1 x World Cup winner and Madison Saracen rider: Matt Walker
This episode was so good. Getting into the mind of one of the best in the world at what he does. What does it take to behind the scenes to be confident riding down a steep mountain at 45mph?
What we discuss:
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Physical and Psychological qualities that underpin a good MTB rider
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Confidence and risk
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Getting the right people around you
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And much more
If you want to find out more about ADAPT and getting professional S&C support, head over to www.adaptstrength.co.uk
This episode is absolutely stacked with knowledge and some of Dave O'Sullivan's stories of his time as a physio in working with England Rugby.
Topics we cover:
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Dave's highlights in his career
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The value of the nervous system in rehab
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Having a personality that 'fits' the job
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Common treatment options (manual therapy, dry needling etc)
Listen to this episode and let us know 1 thing you learnt or resonated with you 🎯
Check out Dave's website at: https://thegotophysio.com/
And his Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/daveosullivanphysio/
Check out more about ADAPT at www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In todays episode we are joined by The Rugby Performance Coach Himself - Danny Speirs. We cover everything from his 3 pillars of performance, speed training, hypertrophy and staying injury free.
If you enjoyed the episode make sure to check Danny out on IG @coachdannyspeirs
Check out more information about S&C with ADAPT at www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In this episode, Ben Woolliss and I finish answering the Q&A questions from a few weeks ago. We cover How to stop gassing out, Ben's biggest failures and how to control your training week to manage training load.
Enjoy the episode or found it useful? Let us know!
To level up your fight game head to www.benwoolliss.co.uk
To level up your S&C head to www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In this episode we have Jourdain Banthorpe discussing the uses of Bloody Flow Restriction, particular in people with Patellofemoral Pain syndrome. We chat all things BFR with some solid take aways from Jourdain. If you havent played with this training method before, Its worth implementing as it has plenty of uses.
Jourdain's twitter: jourdainb_
Additional Resources:
S Patternson: Blood flow restriction exercise: considerations of methodology, application, and safety
Jeremy Loenneke also puts out a bunch of practical BFR info worth digging into.
Find out more about ADAPT at: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In this episode of APP, we have Ben Woolliss and I answering some questions put to him from his Instagram account around being a fighter.
We cover:
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Favourite fight so far
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What do you wish you had known 10 years ago?
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When you're not fighting, what're you doing?
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What myth do you wish you could de-bunk about the professional combat sports
Check out the Ben Woolliss Academy here: https://www.benwoolliss.co.uk/
Check out Online S&C coaching here: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Questions talked about during this episode:
What are my main sources of professional development?
How to shake off the cobwebs on Monday morning after multiple rest days?
How to reassure an athlete when they are injured?
For more similar content, head to my Insta at: jordanwebster_coach
Also check out the website for products and coaching services at www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Today we are joined by Tim Stevenson over at Dynamic Shoulders. Tim has a wealth of S&C knowledge with 15 years of high performance experience working in elite sport. Tim is also an absolute BRAIN when it comes to shoulders and getting them feeling good and performing well. You're gunna love this one!
Here is Tim's info to reach out to him if you have any questions/feedback for him:
Website
Tim also hosts a postcast, so if you enjoyed this - go check it out at School of Callisthenics
Resources mentioned:
Think again by Adam Grant
In this episode, Joe and I discuss some of the differences in UK vs USA S&C practices, communication and growing old as an S&C coach!
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In this episode we are joined by Sam Farmer of Aston Villa and Gamesharp Performance.
What we cover:
-Training vibes
-Growth and maturation
-Working in an Academy set up
As always, if you enjoyed the pod - let us know and share it with a friend!
In this episode Q+A episode, I give you my thoughts on:
Working around injuries
Getting started with an Online Business
Busting through a plateau
Want my thoughts on a particular topic, scenario or question? Let me know and I'll cover it next Q+A episode
In this episode we are joined by Sam Graham. Sam is the current S&C Coordinator at Sheffield Hallam University.
In this episode we will cover Sam’s experience is Track and field, the 1x20 method, Isometrics and some career blips!
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In this episode we are joined by the man, the myth, the legend: Joe Page. Joe Page is a performance coach with Speedworks. In this episode we cover how he approached getting a role at Speedworks, how to get faster and coaching speed.
Podcast Timeline:
4:35 – Intro
7:35 – How did you progress to this role?
17:30 – Analysing sprints
26:36 – Gym base profiling
35:50 – Game Speed
49:02 – Athlete Selected Drills
01:04:48 – Whats next for you?
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In this episode we are joined by Gary Hutt, the current S&C coach at GB Boxing and the EIS. We get into everything from Gary’s (out of the norm) career path, thinking critically and getting ‘fuck off money’.
Podcast Timeline:
4:09 – Working at the EIS
18:35 – Who is Gary Hutt?
32:02 – Managing a business on the side
40:57 – Who is involved in the decision making process at GB boxing?
59:45 – Making an impact
As always, if you enjoyed the podcast, let us know and share with a friend!
Connect with us:
Website
Connect with Gary:
Gary's Instagram
Gary's Twitter
Videos referenced in todays podcast:
3rd grade drop out video
The lobster story
Gary's TED talk
In todays episode we are joined by David Grey who gives us an insight into his background and how he got involved in rehab. We then venture into discussing the online world, we dig into theory around good movement and hamstring rehab. This is a fantastic episode and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it and learn a lot!
Podcast timeline:
5:40 – Who is David Grey
12:35 – Social Media and Content
30:02 – Movement and Mobility
47:05 – Hamstring rehab
To connect with us:
Website
To connect with David:
David's Podcast
DGR Interactive
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Today we are joined by James Langford, previously at GB Taekwondo and now currently runs his own business working with amateur and profession combat athletes. This episode is really insightful on physical testing, integrating into a coaching team and assessing if we are making a physical impact. NOT TO BE MISSED.
Podcast Timeline:
2:10 – Who is James Langford
14:40 – Performance for Taekwondo
29:14 – How does testing effect your programming
42:23 – Plyometrics
49:47 – What else you got going on?
Connect with us:
www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Instagram: @Jordanwebster_coach
Connect with James:
Instagram: @jlperformancecoach
Total Taekwondo 12 week S&C programme
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I sat down with John Noonan to discuss all things careers, longevity in S&C and S&C for Motor Sports. Great episode!
Podcast Timeline:
02:29 – Who is John Noonan?
09:30 – Mindset when transitioning away from a full time employment?
14:00 – How did you get into motor sports?
18:42 – What is your strategy with career management?
31:59 – Other forms of education in S&C
36:00 – An insight into what it takes to be successful in motor sports
48:35 – What are some of your challenges as an S&C coach within motor sports?
54:15 – Integrating performance
01:05:00 – Whats next for you?
To find out more information about ADAPT and our Online Strength and Conditioning Service: visit www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Find John at:
Website
As always, feedback and sharing is always very appreciated!
Back with another Q&A episode today. If you enjoy these or have a question you want me to discuss, make sure to let me know!
Podcast Timeline:
0:30 - Landmine University
5:30 – Internships
22.25 – Speed training recommendations
To find out more information about ADAPT and our Online Strength and Conditioning Service: visit www.adaptstrength.co.uk
In this episode, chats to us about his philosophy when using technology within his coaching at Boxing Science and previous at Man United Women, Extremely informative episode with lots of big takeaways.
Podcast Timeline:
01:35 - Who is Tommy Munday?
09:30 – Where does technology sit within your programming?
17:25 – How do the athletes engage with the tech?
27:00 – how soon after implementing tech did you see progress?
40:20 – do your athletes struggle with nerves when you get the equipment out?
48:23 – Do you have any top tips for working around a limited budget?
To find out more information about ADAPT and our Online Strength and Conditioning Service: visit www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Connect with me on:
Jordanwebster_coach
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In this episode I get into some of the questions that the lovely people of Instagram have given me. These will generally be a little bit more light-hearted with sports performance chat mixed in. Some facts, some opinions and some waffle!
Questions Timeline:
0:00 - What is your coaching history and how has it influenced your coaching philosophy?
21:10 – Contrast training? Over-rated?
28:40 – What are my thoughts and reflections from starting a podcast so far?
32:00 – Training In-Season? (Stimulus to fatigue ratio?)
To find out more information about ADAPT and our Online Strength and Conditioning Service: visit www.adaptstrength.co.uk
As always, if you could share this with anybody who you think would benefit – it’d be massively appreciated!
In this episode, Jack Westley (current head of S&C at Nottingham Rugby) shares his experiences in French Rugby, his philosophy for training rugby players and the use of technology.
Podcast Timeline:
2:00 – Who is Jack Westley
5:40 – Philosophy of training Rugby Players
18:00 – Ever deviated from the team?
27:00 – how does the S&C look at Notts?
32:50 – Do you use any tech to inform practice?
37:00 – Coaching in a foreign language?
43:30 – Whats next?
To find out more information about ADAPT and our Online Strength and Conditioning Service: visit www.adaptstrength.co.uk
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Fresh off of a HUGE win at UK Strongest Man 2022, we’ve got Paul Smith on the podcast. In this episode we cover the use of Speed/Power for Strength Sports, Performance Enhancing Supps and Training FOMO. Huge amounts of real world coaching experience and and a research brain to support it. THIS ONE IS NOT TO BE MISSED.
Podcast Timeline:
2:25 – Who is Paul Smith
6;30 – What is your philosophy for training strength sports
12:29 – The role of the aerobic system in strength sports
18:13 – Stronger guys = more fatigue build up?
24:05 – Super high volume/high frequency?
31:30 – Athletic training for strength sports
42:44 – Tactics in Strongman
48:00 – Research not lining up with real world?
50:50 – Whats going on at the top?
56:40 – Performance Enhancing Drugs
As always, if you could share this with anybody who you think would benefit – it’d be massively appreciated!
In this episode of the ADAPT Performance Podcast we are speaking to K1 world champion Ben Woolliss. Ben is going to share some of his career focussing on the things he’s learnt through the good, bad and the ugly of a career in K1. This is not one to miss.
Podcast Timeline:
1:45 – Who is Ben Woolliss?
5:50 – When was your first fight?
10:35 – First fight thoughts
20:10 – Coaches involvement in a career
24.15 – Being an athlete vs fighter
30:55 – What have been your key performance lessons so far?
39:10 – BAD fight camp prep
47:00 – BAD water cutting
1:00:10 – The Ben Woolliss Academy
Find Ben at:
Ben Woolliss IG
Ben Woolliss Academy
If you want to find out more about the ADAPT Online Coaching Service - head over to www.adaptstrength.co.uk for more info.
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In todays episode we have Paul Parker. Paul is going to share his journey through his career so far, diving deep into his experiences around being an S&C coach for Pro Football.
Podcast timeline:
3:15: Who is Paul Parker
9:10: Positive people and their impact on your development
12:18: What did you learn from your internship experience?
22:00: Moving towards pro sport
27:24: Did you ever consider the sacrifices of pro sport?
29:15: Why did you decide to leave?
32:24: What was it like being part of a pro football club?
44:20: What’s your advice for self care in your career?
50:00: How did you approach improving performance?
57:24: How did you profile your athletes?
1:03:04: Coaches input on physical prep?
1:07:32: What’s next for you?
Find Paul at-
Website: https://www.prperformance.uk/
Instagram: @_prperformance
Twitter: @paulyp14
Find me at:
Website: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Instagram: @Jordanwebster_coach
In our debut episode of The ADAPT Performance Podcast we have Josh Fletcher talking through S&C for Special Forces in Romania. This is an awesome episode with tonnes of practical takeaways.
Todays timeline:
3:00: Who is Josh Fletcher
7:00: What was going through your head when you accepted the role in Special Forces?
9:50: How did you approach the S&C planning process?
19:20: What is the job of the Special Forces?
21:25: What does the ‘average’ special forces guy look like?
24:50: What is an average week for them?
34:55: Would you change the system?
39:48: Biggest challenges you faced with them?
49:57: Has you time with SF changed you outlook on S&C?
58:20: How we control our communication
59:40: Whats next for you?
1:02:13: The Practitioner Wellness group
Find out more about Josh’s mission at:
Website: https://www.yourcareer-blueprint.com/
Instagram: @Careerblueprint
Twitter: coachblueprint1
Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/practitionerwellbeing
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Welcome to the ADAPT Performance Podcast.
In this short intro episode I outline my hopes for the podcast to set the scene for the future.
Subscribe, leave a review and let us know your feedback from the episode.
Website: www.adaptstrength.co.uk
Instagram: Jordanwebster_coach