Searching the outer to understand the inner
Throughout the start of this year I have noticed a trend. More and more people are talking about learning more about self. Some term it Self Awareness, others know thy self or connect with self, which ever term / phrase it is they are usually covering the same concepts which may include some of the […]
Physical Activity does not equal Sport
As I write this I do so with a great deal of passion, I truly do believe the title of this article. However, I find myself a little conflicted in my actions. The reason being, some of my roles, Strength & Conditioning coach & Basketball coach contribute to some of the issues I will elaborate […]
Perfection: Does the chase ever end?
This article was inspired by and will elaborate on the following message that I wrote recently: Whether or not it is perfect is subjective The people, places, and things that I describe as perfect, most likely differ to the people, places, and things you would describe as perfect. Our interpretations differ, so to does our […]
What are the repercussions of isolation?
As Melbourne Australia begins a slow exit from heavy restrictions and lockdowns due to the pandemic we begin to slowly see potential repercussions of what two years in and out of isolation does to people. No one can forecast how severe or minimal the effects of the last two years will be or how long […]
Reframing winning and losing in junior sports
Losing sucks! Winning can be euphoric! If you disagree I would simply tell you that you are yet to find what you are competitive at, because the truth is if you are invested in it then your immediate emotion in the aftermath is probably going to reflect the outcome, and there is nothing wrong with […]
Full Body: Mobility Routine
Exercise: Mobility Routine Fitness Component: Mobility Objective: To improve the freedom with which your joints and the musculature around them can move. Perform each stretch for 30 sec on each side. For stretch #2, the rotation, perform 10 repetitions each side. Coaching Point: Whilst holding each stretch your focus should be on your breathing. I […]
Upper Body: Cat Camel
Exercise: Cat Camel Fitness Component: Mobility Objective: To improve the freedom with which your joints and the musculature around them can move. Move in and out of each position 5 times, holding each position for 3 – 5 seconds. Coaching Point: Whilst in each position your focus should be on your breathing. I encourage you […]
Regression 1: Stalk Test
Exercise: Stalk Test Fitness Component: Balance Objective: Maintain balance for 30 sec with right foot in front, and 30 sec with left foot in front Keep your foot / ankle, knee and hip all in one straight line Coaching Point: To help with your balance and alignment you want to create a stable base. To […]
Baseline: Single Leg Balance
Exercise: Single Leg Balance Fitness Component: Balance Objective: Maintain balance for 30 sec on right foot, and 30 sec on left foot Keep your foot / ankle, knee and hip all in one straight line Coaching Point: To help with your balance and alignment you want to create a stable base. To do this press […]
Progression 1: Single Leg Balance W/ Eyes Closed
Exercise: Single Leg Balance W/ Eyes Closed Fitness Component: Balance Objective: Maintain balance for 30 sec on right foot with eyes closed, and 30 sec on left foot with eyes closed Keep your foot / ankle, knee and hip all in one straight line Coaching Point: To help with your balance and alignment you want […]