Australian Athletic Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Hosted by Director and AEP of AAC, Miki Trbovic, along with a panel of industry experts and Coaches bring you the latest in the world of S&C and High Performance.
Adelaide Giants boys Rixon, Ryan and Jared share their thoughts ahead of the ABL Finals match up against Perth this weekend. It's set to be a big (some would say GIANT) weekend at West Beach.
Nick Ward, Josh Tols and Todd Van Steensel catch up with AAC Athletic Development Coordinator, Jazz Stott, ahead of their Preliminary Finals series against Auckland in the 2022/23 ABL Season.
Through adversity comes opportunity. Today's guest, Brandon Lee, experienced that early in his career. However, without it he may never have discovered his passion for Strength and Conditioning. Brandon and Miki discuss his early beginnings as a personal trainer to now completely immersing himself and establishing a career in S&C at PEAQ Performance.
One of the pioneers of S&C in South Australia, we are joined by the founder of PEAQ Conditioning, Sean Baker. From humble beginnings at West Adelaide Football Club to leading the charge in the private sector of S&C, the man has done it all. He joins us on the Australian Athletic Podcast to discuss his path and future plans to take this industry to a new level.
From a 5 year block in the military, to completing his Masters of S&C, a career at Flinders Uni and finally establishing his own Online training brand, Alex has done it all! Miki and Adam discuss all that and more with Alex on Episode #21 of the Australian Athletic Podcast.
Roles are reversed as AAC Coach, Daniel Milovanovic, asks AAC Director, Miki Trbovic, the story behind AAC. Where did it start? Where is AAC going? Find out on Episode #20 of the Australian Athletic Podcast.
Head of PerformEx and AAC original, Victor Thach, joins us on the Australian Athletic Podcast. We discuss his road from Uni, to Clinical Practice and High Performance. Coach, Athlete, Crypto King... whatever title you give him, Victor has a wealth of experience and he shares that today! Tune in.
We are joined by Head of Performance at Player Performance Project, Cliff Mania. Having experienced football in the NPL, at College level in the US and now intergrating S&C to football clubs across South Australia, Cliff discusses what separates the players that "make it" and those who don't as well as the challenges of coping with a potentially life threatening medical condition as he pursues his career athletically.
We are joined by former AFL and SANFL player, Anthony Wilson. Having vast experience of elite level footy, Anthony has used his notoriety to help various First Nation youth programs across Australia. Now as the Co-Founder of Nood Australia, Anthony continues to create a significant positive impact environmentally, socially and economically to communities Australia wide. He has an array of knowledge and today he shares his story on the Australian Athletic Podcast.
Miki and Adam discuss the positive, negative and downright stupid content seen on various social media platforms. What content should you be following? What content should you ignore? How can you be a better person on social media? Tune in and find out!
It's been a minute but today we are joined by our friend, who is self-proclaimed in the top 10% of best blokes going around, Ben Ferrauto. Owner of Puzzles Strength and Conditioning, Ben discusses his journey into helping individuals with special needs through exercise and physiotherapy. Certainly a unique path to most and Ben gives us insights to turning a passion into a successful career so be sure to tune in!
The man, the myth, the one that kick started a voice for S&C in Australia joins us on the Australian Athletic Podcast. Christian paved the way for many of today's S&C Coaches by establishing a presence for the private sector. Opinionated, loud, arrogant... call him what you want. The man has a wealth of knowledge so start taking notes.
Today we are joined by Nathan Parnham, author of ‘The Sporting Parent.’ Nathan is the Head of S&C at Brisbane Grammar School and has a wealth of experience implementing successful long term athletic development programs for youth athletes of various sporting backgrounds. Nathan shares his journey and provides valuable advice for parents and/or coaches to utilise in creating a successful pathway for any youth athlete.
What a week in sport! Miki, Adam, Jazz, Reece and Victor discuss the headlines in the week that was on and off the field in the world of sport.
Long time AAC Athlete, Taylor Bednarz, speaks about his journey from team sports as a junior, to combat sport and finally entering a career in personal training. This young man has a wealth of experience preparing and competing in many disciplines inside and outside of the cage. For all wondering what dedication looks like in practice this is one you’ll want to listen in on.
Former SANFL player, Para-Athlete, S&C Coach, Mentor and aspiring politician Daniel Kirk joins us on today’s podcast. His resume says enough but we’re privileged to have Daniel speak about the progression of his athletic and professional careers. Additionally, he gives us an insight on how he manages to balance family life with an ever growing local business, NEXA Sports Performance.
You asked, we answered! Youth sport, AFL and all things football (round ball) on the cards today. Some controversial transfer opinions so make sure you tune in!
Special guest Chris Seddon discusses his journey from PT, to Online Coaching and his experience as a Physique Competitor. We drop knowledge bombs on how to eat right to look good and perform at your best. This will be one delicious podcast!
Owner of Next Level Athletes and fellow AAC Coach, Daniel Milovanovic, speaks about his journey from soccer player, to Coach and finally to becoming a ultra distance runner. If you’ve ever thought about training for a distance run (half, full marathon or more) you need to tune in!
Today we chat with Port Adelaide Magpies player and one of AAC’s original athletes, Luke Surman. We discuss the 2015 AFL Draft, life back at the SANFL and future aspirations for the big man.
Miki, Adam, Jazz and Reece discuss the dangers of trapping yourself in a coaching bubble only taking the opinions of those that agree with you. It gets spicy!
Miki, Adam, Jazz and Reece discuss the changes and goals of training for footy players throughout off, pre and in season. One not to miss for footy players and coaches.
Coaches Miki, Adam and Reece are joined by Garath from Game Ready Therapy. They discuss the importance of allied health practitioners staying in their line of expertise, referring out when required and the dangers of stepping over boundaries between professions. It’s a spicy one so listen in.
Miki, Adam, Jazz and Reece discuss the biggest challenges they face as Strength and Conditioning Coaches.
Coaches Miki, Adam, Jazz and Reece discuss the education gaps of Exercise Science based degrees in development of a component Exercise professional. If you’re an up and coming student or coach then put the headphones in to learn how to stand above the rest of your cohort.