In this episode of Blades and Bloodlines, Aidan sits down with long-time friend and strength and conditioning coach Mathew Cabrera—a powerhouse in Sydney’s Northern Beaches performance scene.Mathew is the founder of Cabrera Performance Training and is accredited with both ESSA and ASCA as a Exercise Scientist and L2 PRO Coach respectively, with nearly a decade of hands-on experience in elite-level coaching. He blends cutting-edge sports science with real-world experience, delivering personalised, high-performance training programs for athletes and everyday warriors alike.Specialising in:Performance Testing – pinpointing exactly what your body needsSport-Specific S&C – tailored programming for peak athletic outputInjury Rehab & Reconditioning – rebuilding strength and resilience post-injuryGeneral Health & Body Composition – muscle gain, fat loss, cardiovascular improvementFrom coaching NPL1 footballers to leading programs at top-tier colleges, Matt is a respected figure within the Strength and Conditioning space. But before all that, he and Aidan were hustling side by side in hospitality, grinding through double shifts and dreaming of more.Now, with a shared decade of friendship and growth behind them, the pair dive into the mindset, science, and grit it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up.Mathew Cabrera is not just a coach—he’s a student of the craft, and a rising force in Australia’s health and performance space.Find him at:[email protected]@cabrera_pt on Instagram