James has worked as the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach (VFL) for the Carlton Football Club. He was also a Sport Scientist/Strength & Conditioning Coach (VFL) at Essendon Football Club and used to be a basketball coach both in Melbourne and Sydney.
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Highlights from the episode:
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- Why honing your coaching and communication skills in junior sport is helpful
- How he incorporates elements of basketball and rugby into footy drills
- Valuable tips when doing an internship at AFL or VFL 
- Drawbacks of being a perfectionist
- Mistakes that athletes should stop doing for their athletic development

James has worked as the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach (VFL) for the Carlton Football Club. He was also a Sport Scientist/Strength & Conditioning Coach (VFL) at Essendon Football Club and used to be a basketball coach both in Melbourne and Sydney. ‎ Highlights from the episode: ‎ - Why honing your coaching and communication skills in junior sport is helpful - How he incorporates elements of basketball and rugby into footy drills - Valuable tips when doing an internship at AFL or VFL - Drawbacks of being a perfectionist - Mistakes that athletes should stop doing for their athletic development

James has worked as the Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach (VFL) for the Carlton Football Club. He was also a Sport Scientist/Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach (VFL) at Essendon Football Club and used to be a basketball coach both in Melbourne and Sydney.
‎ 
Highlights from the episode:
‎ 
- Why honing your coaching and communication skills in junior sport is helpful
- How he incorporates elements of basketball and rugby into footy drills
- Valuable tips when doing an internship at AFL or VFL 
- Drawbacks of being a perfectionist
- Mistakes that athletes should stop doing for their athletic development

#196 - James Wolfenden, Prahran-Based Prepare Like a Pro Coach

Welcome to the “AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers" your go-to resource for invaluable insights into the world of elite sports. We're here to empower footballers and high-performance staff with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the AFL arena. Prepare to take your game to the next level with our expert guidance.

In this podcast, we tackle a range of burning questions often asked by those striving for excellence in the AFL. From understanding the distance AFL players cover and their training regimen to breaking into elite sports as a strength & conditioning coach and exploring pathways to the AFL, we've got you covered.

Every Monday, we release a new episode that provides updates on upcoming live interviews and fresh insights from AFL players, senior coaches, sports psychologists, strength and conditioning coaches, sports dietitians, and other leading figures in the industry. These experts share their career journeys, success stories, and practical tips for athletes and high-performance staff alike.

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Welcome to the “AFL Performance Tips for Strength & Conditioning Coaches & Footballers" your go-to resource for invaluable insights into the world of elite sports. We're here to empower footballers and high-performance staff with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the AFL arena. Prepare to take your game to the next level with our expert guidance. In this podcast, we tackle a range of burning questions often asked by those striving for excellence in the AFL. From understanding the distance AFL players cover and their training regimen to breaking into elite sports as a strength & conditioning coach and exploring pathways to the AFL, we've got you covered. Every Monday, we release a new episode that provides updates on upcoming live interviews and fresh insights from AFL players, senior coaches, sports psychologists, strength and conditioning coaches, sports dietitians, and other leading figures in the industry. These experts share their career journeys, success stories, and practical tips for athletes and high-performance staff alike. Don't miss our weekly live conversations on the Prepare Like a Pro YouTube channel, where you can watch these discussions and get notified about new content. For more resources, freebies, and blog posts, join our newsletter, and stay connected with us on Instagram. Your feedback matters, so let Jack know how we can make our podcasts even better and suggest the topics you'd like us to cover next. To explore the wealth of information we offer, visit our website at https://preparelikeapro.com/, and if you're ready to take your training to the next level, join our academy membership at https://preparelikeaproacademy.com.au/. Get ready to prepare like a pro and unlock your full potential in the world of AFL high performance! Also don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@PrepareLikeAPro to get more high performance value!

Welcome to the “AFL Performance Tips for Strength &amp; Conditioning Coaches &amp; Footballers" your go-to resource for invaluable insights into the world of elite sports. We're here to empower footballers and high-performance staff with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the AFL arena. Prepare to take your game to the next level with our expert guidance.

In this podcast, we tackle a range of burning questions often asked by those striving for excellence in the AFL. From understanding the distance AFL players cover and their training regimen to breaking into elite sports as a strength &amp; conditioning coach and exploring pathways to the AFL, we've got you covered.

Every Monday, we release a new episode that provides updates on upcoming live interviews and fresh insights from AFL players, senior coaches, sports psychologists, strength and conditioning coaches, sports dietitians, and other leading figures in the industry. These experts share their career journeys, success stories, and practical tips for athletes and high-performance staff alike.

Don't miss our weekly live conversations on the Prepare Like a Pro YouTube channel, where you can watch these discussions and get notified about new content. For more resources, freebies, and blog posts, join our newsletter, and stay connected with us on Instagram. Your feedback matters, so let Jack know how we can make our podcasts even better and suggest the topics you'd like us to cover next.

To explore the wealth of information we offer, visit our website at https://preparelikeapro.com/, and if you're ready to take your training to the next level, join our academy membership at https://preparelikeaproacademy.com.au/. Get ready to prepare like a pro and unlock your full potential in the world of AFL high performance! Also don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@PrepareLikeAPro to get more high performance value!

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