The Smart Athlete: Recent Episodes
Britt Smart, Andy Hollands and Craig Irons
Basketball ace Britt Smart creates insightful conversations with some of the smartest athletes, coaches and trainers around the world.
From Olympians to basketball legends, this podcast series will cover a wide range of people who find pain free movement, longevity and versatility to be essential in having the best quality of life possible.
They share their daily habits, goals and the steps they took towards becoming some of the smartest and well rounded athletes in their craft.
This podcast is powered by The LUDUS.
We cover the highs and lows of being in and out of the Opals Olympic Squads as well as just missing out on the 3 x 3 Olympic qualifier.
She shares with us how she has been able to bounce back through amazing seasons in Europe as well as her thoughts on being able to “move on” and “Let things go” in life.
This episode is powered by The LUDUS, BigDogg and KidsPhyz
About Alice
@alicekunek
Showing patience and the ability to perform whenever required, Kunek hit the court for just 22 WNBL games during her time with the AIS. A move to Bulleen Boomers yielded immediate success in 2011, winning the Championship before reaching the Grand Final again the following year.
As a member of the Under-19 national team at the 2009 FIBA World Championships, Kunek learnt under the tutelage of Liz Cambage while adding four points and three rebounds per game as Australia finished fifth.
From 2010-2013, Kunek also starred in the South East Australian Basketball League, increasing her point production every year to collect 22 points, eight rebounds and three assists in 2013 while shooting 47% from the field.
Completing a busy year in 2013, she earned a bronze medal at the World University Games before making the team again in 2015 after a tour of Europe kept her under the nose of coach Brendan Joyce.
Kunek was a part of the Landon Trophy winning Opals in the 2015 FIBA Oceania Championship, qualifying for the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro before she competed in the FIBA Women's Asia Cup with the national team as well, winning a silver medal.
About Britt@bsmartbasketballbsmartbasketball.com
Brittany encourages people to see health and fitness as a way of living, not as a fad or diet. She knows that by taking continuous care of your body and mind, you can add quality years to life by making it more enjoyable and help with the emotional side. Brittany has been able to stay motivated and be her best by being surrounded by positive relationships and supportive networks.
She is often described by others as someone who is constantly looking for ways to better herself, and others. This “X” factor and drive has led to personal success, on and off the court.
Brittany lives by the mantra: “Health is wealth.”
Thanks to today's show sponsors and partners:
KidzPhyz
Kidzphyz Sports offers a range of PE and sport based programs, delivered in person and virtually. Programs include PE classes, fitness workshops, school holiday sports camps, holiday programs, clinics and activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Kidzphyz Sports camps Australia provides a first rate service with the highest quality coaching and facilities available. In addition to their sports camps and clinics, they also provide a full range of in-school programs, online and virtual resources, live online PE sessions globally. Their curriculum based events, specialist coaching clinics, major events and other sporting themed activities can cater for all sizes.
Kidzphyz Sports strongly believe that the benefits of getting kids physical today will be the key to a future of lifelong wellbeing, health and happiness.
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BigDoggUsing fresh, home grown designs, Big Dogg Australia specialises in Lifestyle Clothing and Sports Wear. Big Dogg Australia began as an idea by 3 good mates after purchasing one trucker hat with the text “Big Dogg” on the front. The hat was an immediate hit in high demand at their local Cricket Club. Now they offer a range of T-Shirts, Hats, Singlets, Hoodies and Beanies.
Big Dogg now offers a suite of products and services within its range of clothing, apparel and events. They work closely with schools, clubs, associations, corporations and major companies to deliver high quality products each and every time.
@bigdoggclothing
LUDUS LUDUS pioneer ground-breaking athlete and expert-led digital content, video clinics, podcasts and feature series.
LUDUS gives athletes and experts the opportunity to create and develop programs and products with a lasting community and social impact.
Head to theludus.co to sign up today for your free membership with full access to all the mini-clinics.
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In this episode we catch up with 2 x WNBL Champion and 3x3 star, Maddie Garrick.
We dive into the mind of what’s pulled her through adversity, learn how a change can do you good, and we find out how Maddie took ownership of her life and career. We talk mental health, the Olympics and what's next for Maddie.
About Britt@bsmartbasketballbsmartbasketball.com
Brittany encourages people to see health and fitness as a way of living, not as a fad or diet. She knows that by taking continuous care of your body and mind, you can add quality years to life by making it more enjoyable and help with the emotional side. Brittany has been able to stay motivated and be her best by being surrounded by positive relationships and supportive networks.
She is often described by others as someone who is constantly looking for ways to better herself, and others. This “X” factor and drive has led to personal success, on and off the court.
Brittany lives by the mantra: “Health is wealth.”
Thanks to today's show sponsors and partners:
KidzPhyz
Kidzphyz Sports offers a range of PE and sport based programs, delivered in person and virtually. Programs include PE classes, fitness workshops, school holiday sports camps, holiday programs, clinics and activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Kidzphyz Sports camps Australia provides a first rate service with the highest quality coaching and facilities available. In addition to their sports camps and clinics, they also provide a full range of in-school programs, online and virtual resources, live online PE sessions globally. Their curriculum based events, specialist coaching clinics, major events and other sporting themed activities can cater for all sizes.
Kidzphyz Sports strongly believe that the benefits of getting kids physical today will be the key to a future of lifelong wellbeing, health and happiness.
@peactivities_by_kidzphyz
BigDoggUsing fresh, home grown designs, Big Dogg Australia specialises in Lifestyle Clothing and Sports Wear. Big Dogg Australia began as an idea by 3 good mates after purchasing one trucker hat with the text “Big Dogg” on the front. The hat was an immediate hit in high demand at their local Cricket Club. Now they offer a range of T-Shirts, Hats, Singlets, Hoodies and Beanies.
Big Dogg now offers a suite of products and services within its range of clothing, apparel and events. They work closely with schools, clubs, associations, corporations and major companies to deliver high quality products each and every time.
@bigdoggclothing
LUDUS LUDUS pioneer ground-breaking athlete and expert-led digital content, video clinics, podcasts and feature series.
LUDUS gives athletes and experts the opportunity to create and develop programs and products with a lasting community and social impact.
Head to theludus.co to sign up today for your free membership with full access to all the mini-clinics.
@theludusdotco
In this Episode Britt chats with David Mariani, also known as @basketball.biology on Instagram.
He speaks on his basketball journey and becoming elite, even with having a late introduction to the game.
He shares his unique path to finding the solutions as a coach and a player.
We talk all things Knees over toes training, nutrition and his main keys that helped him get to where he is today in the basketball world and the fitness world.
Links from the show:
@basketball.biology
ATG Online Coaching
Thanks to today's show sponsors:
KidzPhyz
Kidzphyz Sports offers a range of PE and sport based programs, delivered in person and virtually. Programs include PE classes, fitness workshops, school holiday sports camps, holiday programs, clinics and activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Kidzphyz Sports camps Australia provides a first rate service with the highest quality coaching and facilities available. In addition to their sports camps and clinics, they also provide a full range of in-school programs, online and virtual resources, live online PE sessions globally. Their curriculum based events, specialist coaching clinics, major events and other sporting themed activities can cater for all sizes.
Kidzphyz Sports strongly believe that the benefits of getting kids physical today will be the key to a future of lifelong wellbeing, health and happiness.
@peactivities_by_kidzphyz
BigDoggUsing fresh, home grown designs, Big Dogg Australia specialises in Lifestyle Clothing and Sports Wear. Big Dogg Australia began as an idea by 3 good mates after purchasing one trucker hat with the text “Big Dogg” on the front. The hat was an immediate hit in high demand at their local Cricket Club. Now they offer a range of T-Shirts, Hats, Singlets, Hoodies and Beanies.
Big Dogg now offers a suite of products and services within its range of clothing, apparel and events. They work closely with schools, clubs, associations, corporations and major companies to deliver high quality products each and every time.
@bigdoggclothing
LUDUS LUDUS pioneer ground-breaking athlete and expert-led digital content, video clinics, podcasts and feature series.
The Ludus Magnus platform gives athletes and experts the opportunity to create and develop programs and products with a lasting community and social impact.
Head to theludus.co to sign up today for your free membership with full access to all the mini-clinics.
@theludusdotco
In this Episode we chat to Jimmy Clayton, head coach and founder of Sports City U Basketball and Nike Shooting/Skills Specialist.
Jimmy is Britt's basketball mentor and a huge influence on building her game from bottom to top.
Jimmy's one of the best basketball skills coaches and basketball mentors out there and in this extended episode he shares some of his secrets on what he focuses on to get the best out of athletes and how he empowers them to reach their potential.
About Jimmy
Founded SCU in October 1992 (1st year-round player development center in the U.S. at that time.)
- Developed a curriculum involving shooting, ball handling, offensive moves, footwork, and agility, which is used by thousands of players and coaches nationwide.
- Current Nike Shooting/Skills Specialist who speaks/coaches/teaches annually at Nike Championship Basketball Clinics nationwide. (www.basketballcoach.com)
- Developed the first team training camp format and first extreme camp for basketball.
- Performed world-wide shooting clinics for over 20 years.
- Produced 2 videos for the world's largest athletic (basketball) instructional video organization. (www.championshiproductions.com)
- Author and co-creator of complete line of training videos, "Up From the Baseline" and "Art of Shooting" used by basketball players and teams across the country to increase skill levels.
- Designed Jumpertime shooting basketball, a basketball training ball being used by coaches, schools and individual athletes all across the nation.
- Founder of T.I.P. (Training Individual Professionals) program by working exclusively with professional basketball players on a one-on-one instructional basis.
- Consultant: NBA-New Jersey Nets and Portland Trail Blazers
- Personally instructed Lawrence Moten (All-time Big East Scorer).
- Coached Patrick Patterson of UK and OJ Mayo of Memphis Grizzlies.
In this extended episode he shares some of his secrets on what he focuses on to be able to get the best out of athletes and how he empowers them to reach their potential.
Thanks to today's show sponsors:
KidzPhyz
Kidzphyz Sports offers a range of PE and sport based programs, delivered in person and virtually. Programs include PE classes, fitness workshops, school holiday sports camps, holiday programs, clinics and activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Kidzphyz Sports camps Australia provides a first rate service with the highest quality coaching and facilities available. In addition to their sports camps and clinics, they also provide a full range of in-school programs, online and virtual resources, live online PE sessions globally. Their curriculum based events, specialist coaching clinics, major events and other sporting themed activities can cater for all sizes.
Kidzphyz Sports strongly believe that the benefits of getting kids physical today will be the key to a future of lifelong wellbeing, health and happiness.
@peactivities_by_kidzphyz
BiggDoggUsing fresh, home grown designs, Big Dogg Australia specialises in Lifestyle Clothing and Sports Wear. Big Dogg Australia began as an idea by 3 good mates after purchasing one trucker hat with the text “Big Dogg” on the front. The hat was an immediate hit in high demand at their local Cricket Club. Now they offer a range of T-Shirts, Hats, Singlets, Hoodies and Beanies.
Big Dogg now offers a suite of products and services within its range of clothing, apparel and events. They work closely with schools, clubs, associations, corporations and major companies to deliver high quality products each and every time.
@bigdoggclothing
LUDUS LUDUS pioneer ground-breaking athlete and expert-led digital content, video clinics, podcasts and feature series.
The Ludus Magnus platform gives athletes and experts the opportunity to create and develop programs and products with a lasting community and social impact.
@theludusdotco
In this Episode we catch up with Ben Patrick, the founder of ATG (Athletic Truth Group) who is reinventing the definition of personal training.
He is taking over the world with over 1,900 knee success stories and promoting pain free knees, ands reaching your full body athletic potential.
We talk about his journey from knee pain while playing basketball as a kid, his solutions to bulletproof knees, and the secrets to building athletic strength from the ground up.
We go through his top advice to keep players healthy and available, his go to basketball moves, and who he mimics his basketball game after.
This episode is powered by The LUDUS.
Links from the show:
@kneesovertoesguy
ATG Online Coaching
Thanks to today's show sponsors:
KidzPhyz
Kidzphyz Sports offers a range of PE and sport based programs, delivered in person and virtually. Programs include PE classes, fitness workshops, school holiday sports camps, holiday programs, clinics and activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Kidzphyz Sports camps Australia provides a first rate service with the highest quality coaching and facilities available. In addition to their sports camps and clinics, they also provide a full range of in-school programs, online and virtual resources, live online PE sessions globally. Their curriculum based events, specialist coaching clinics, major events and other sporting themed activities can cater for all sizes.
Kidzphyz Sports strongly believe that the benefits of getting kids physical today will be the key to a future of lifelong wellbeing, health and happiness.
@peactivities_by_kidzphyz
BiggDoggUsing fresh, home grown designs, Big Dogg Australia specialises in Lifestyle Clothing and Sports Wear. Big Dogg Australia began as an idea by 3 good mates after purchasing one trucker hat with the text “Big Dogg” on the front. The hat was an immediate hit in high demand at their local Cricket Club. Now they offer a range of T-Shirts, Hats, Singlets, Hoodies and Beanies.
Big Dogg now offers a suite of products and services within its range of clothing, apparel and events. They work closely with schools, clubs, associations, corporations and major companies to deliver high quality products each and every time.
@bigdoggclothing
LUDUS LUDUS pioneer ground-breaking athlete and expert-led digital content, video clinics, podcasts and feature series.
The Ludus Magnus platform gives athletes and experts the opportunity to create and develop programs and products with a lasting community and social impact.
@theludusdotco
Kha Tran is from Chicago and is an online coach and founder of Pain Free Volleyball.
The pFv training system is designed specifically for volleyball players who want to get out of pain and improve athleticism. They coach volleyball players of all ages and levels so that they can play pain free. Kha speaks on his knees over toes training style, balancing coaching while also being a teacher. Kha has been coaching volleyball for 10+ years and has been playing competitively for over 16 years.
As a coach, he holds both CAP I & CAP II Certifications through USAV. His purpose is to take out all of the guesswork and misinformation that comes with training for volleyball and coach his athletes to be the best they can be.
We hear about his diet, intermittent fasting and the secret to longevity and reaching your peak at a later stage in life.
In this episode Britt Smart chats to footy player, firefighter and founder of Pure Courage, Damien Rayson. We hear about his injury prone past and the secret to bouncing back to being better than ever.
We hear about potty-training, balancing being an athlete, a dad and a firefighter and how getting a serious injury can seriously improve your coaching skills.
We learn the origins of #finditwithin and how Damien lives by that mantra.
Find out more about Britt Smart:
Web: https://brittsmart.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bsmartathletic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bsmartathletic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittany.smart.39
LUDUS:
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Web: https://theludus.co
Instagram: https://twitter.com/theludusdotco
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In this episode we catch up with Lewis Roberts, Owner of Body in Sync Health Hub and @MrHolisticBody on Instagram.
We cover his footy background, coaching focus, and purpose for opening up Body In Sync Health Hub with his wife Courtney.
We also touch on the subject of training knees over toes, and how he has been able to be enjoy pain free longevity having just retired from footy at age 37.
We also hear from his dogs Lola and Mav.
Find out more about Britt Smart:
Web: https://brittsmart.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bsmartathletic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bsmartathletic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittany.smart.39
Lewis Roberts:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrholisticbody
Body in Sync Health Hub: http://www.bodyinsynchealth.com.au/
LUDUS:Powerful AR driven online sports clinics led by elite athletes and coaches and backed by sports psychologists.
Web: https://theludus.co Instagram: https://twitter.com/theludusdotco
Twitter: https://twitter.com/theludusdotco
In this episode we catch up with Chloe Molloy.
Currently an AFLW star for the Collingwood Magpies, she shares her journey on picking up a footy and setting down a basketball.
Chloe was first a basketball athlete having played in the WNBL, she shares with us that pivotal moment when she turned down the opportunity of playing in college to play in then untested AFLW.
We learn about some of the battles and pressures of that decision and the support system she surrounded herself with.
This episode is powered by The LUDUS.
Find out more about Britt Smart:
Web: https://brittsmart.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bsmartathletic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bsmartathletic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittany.smart.39
Chloe Molloy:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cchloemolloyy/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/chloemollloy
LUDUS:Powerful AR driven online sports clinics led by elite athletes and coaches and backed by sports psychologists.
Web: https://theludus.co Instagram: https://twitter.com/theludusdotco
Twitter: https://twitter.com/theludusdotco
A few weeks after the WNBA finished and a few weeks before the WNBL Hub starts in Far North Queensland we dive into the mind of our Smart Athlete guest, Sami Whitcomb. Sami is yet to make her move to NY or her trip to Galatasaray.
We catch up with Sami while she is in quarantine on her routine back to Perth from the WNBA season. She has played 4 seasons in the WNBA and is coming off a Championship win with the Seattle Storm.
We talk about the wubble (WNBA bubble), the hectic season away from family and her off court maintenance to stay injury free.
We also now know she was unable to attend the WNBL hub due to her first child being born.
This episode is powered by The LUDUS.
A few weeks before the WNBL Hub starts in Far North Queensland we dive into the mind of our Smart Athlete guest, Monique Conti.
Monique has now won a WNBL championship with the Southside Flyers, but we focus on her life during the COVID months and her thoughts on being a dual athlete at the highest level, playing basketball in the WNBL as well as playing in the AFLW with the Richmond tigers.
Leading the way and creating a path for women to be able to play both at an elite level and show that its possible! She shares her tips for balancing both sports and the ability to keep her skill level high enough to be a professional.
This episode was proudly engineered and distributed by LUDUS as part of the Magnus network.
Find out more about Britt Smart:
Web: https://brittsmart.com
Instagram: @bsmartathletic
Twitter: @bsmartathletic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittany.smart.39
A few weeks before the WNBL Hub starts in Far North Queensland we dive into the mind of our Smart Athlete guest, Tess Madgen. Tess is a Professional Basketball player having played here in Australia in the WNBL and reached the top ranks of becoming a part of the Opals Olympic team. She's plied her trade in Europe and the WNBA.
We take a look at some of the highs and lows in her career, and overcoming injuries and discover what type of training she does off the court to help prepare her body and mind to succeed.
In this first episode LUDUS co-founder Craig Lane-Irons interviews all-round baller and The Smart Athlete Host Britt Smart. We get an introduction to the Smart Athlete program and its all encompassing keys to reaching pain free, versatility and longevity.