The Robbie Bourke Podcast

By Robbie BourkeMedicine Health & Fitness Education

The Robbie Bourke Podcast episodes

October 14, 2017Episode 135: Yosef Johnson - Thoughts on Maximum Strength Training for athletes, Special Strength Training, and LTAD
This episodes guest I am delighted to have Yosef Johnson back on the podcast.

Yosef was previously on the podcast back on episode 86.

On this episode Yosef and I discuss
Whats new with Yosef and UAC
Yosef's thoughts on how important maximal strength training really is for non-strength sport athletes
Yosef's discusses his thoughts on special strength training
Yosef speaks about why introducing an intense stimulus too soon in an athletes development is not optimal
Yosef speaks about training efficiency and the minimum effective dose
Yosef speaks about how to balance the paradox of training specificity vs variation
This was a great episode guys and I hope you really enjoy.

Stay Strong,
RB

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1 hr 29 min
October 10, 2017Episode 134: Gary Schofield of Greater Atlanta Christian School
This episodes guest is Coach Gary Schofield.

Gary is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Greater Atlanta Christian School. He is also afounding member of The National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA) which was created to allow coaches to grow as true professionals. It's mission is to educate, equip and empower coaches to make a positive impact in the lives of all student-athletes.

On this episode Gary and I discussed
Gary's background
Gary's influences
The good and not so good things that Gary see's within the physical preparation profession
Gary and I have great conversation about coaching pedagory
Gary and speak about the importance of developing yourself as a partner, father and friend as well as developing yourself as a coach
Gary gives a detail insight in his training system and philosophy
Gary discusses his assessments that his uses within his system
If Gary could invite 5 people to dinner dead or alive who would he invite and why?

This was an oustanding episode with Gary and I hope you guys enjoy it.

Stay Strong,
RB

Show Notes:
Editors Note: During the Podcast (39:50) I mis-spoke when I named James Smith as the mentor I was referring too. I actually meant to say James Fitzgerald of OPEX, not Jame Smith of OPEX obviously. Both James Smith (The Thinker) and James Fitzgerald are wondering friends and mentors of mine, but I did mean to say James Fitzgerald's name.

Some other podcasts Gary has been on:

Mike Robertsons Physical Preparation Podcast

Episode 27 - Impact Show with Jim Kielbaso

Garys PLAE Interview with Ron McKeefery

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1 hr 15 min
October 07, 2017Episode 133: Don Chu - All Things Plyometrics
This episodes guest is legendary Strength and Conditioning coach and Physical Therapist Don Chu.

Dr. Chu has developed an extensive reputation in the field of sports rehabilitation and in the areas of fitness and conditioning. He has been credited with bringing "Plyometric Training" to the attention of the athletic world through his application of theoretical knowledge into practical demonstrations. Dr. Chu has published six books, (including "Jumping into Plyometrics", now in its 2nd edition), written articles in referred journals and contributed chapters in many other books. His lectures on Plyometrics and other topics in Sports Medicine have been heard throughout virtually every state and many foreign countries over the past decade.
On this Episode Don and I discussed:
Don's Background and Influence
LTAD and Plyometrics
Don's Training Philosophy
Don's thoughts on Jump Profiliing and using it as a diagnostic tool for program prescription
Don's thoughts on the need for Strength Development as a precursor to utilizing true plyometric training
How Don implements his plyometric programming over the course of a microcycle
Don's take about using both depth jumps and drop jumps within an athletes program
Don's thoughts on Eccentric and Isometric Training methods
Don's use of monitoring and readiness strategies
Don's biggest lessons that he has learn in his career
Don's Top advice for all the listeners

This was another top class episode guys, so I hope you enjoy it!

Stay Strong,
RB

Show Notes:

- Don's resources

Special Strength Training Manual for Coaches
Derek Hansen

Al Vermeil

Rob Panariello
Gregory Myer

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53 min
October 04, 2017Episode 132: Mike Young of Athletic Lab
This episodes guest is Dr. Mike Young of Athletic Lab.

Mike is the founder & owner of Athletic Lab. Mike is the guiding force behind Athletic Lab’s training philosophy & methodology. He oversees all training, instructor quality & staff education.
Mike has a BS in Exercise Physiology from Ohio University, an MSS in Coaching Science from Ohio University & a PhD in Biomechanics from LSU. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength & Conditioning Association, a Level 3 coach by USA Track & Field, a Level 2 coach by USA Weightlifting & a CrossFit Level 1 coach. He is on the advisory board for the Korean Weightlifting Federation and has been featured in publications ranging from the New York Times to ESPN Insider.
Mike has coached athletes to National and / or World Championship appearances in 5 sports (bobsled, skeleton, track & field, triathlon, weightlifting) as well as directing the training plans for professional athletes in the MLS, MLB, NFL NHL and PGA and has coached at 4 Division 1 NCAA programs.
On this episode Mike and I discuss
Mike's background
Mike's influences
The good and not so good things that Mike see's within the profession
Mike's walks us through his training system for a brand new athlete at the Athletic Lab
Mike gives an in depth discussion on his training philosophy
Mike's gives his thoughts on training residuals and fatigue
Mike's thoughts on acceleration, max velocity, and change of direction development for field based athletes
Mike talks about his use of olympic lift variations with his athletes
Mike gives his top advice and resources
And Much More
This was an awesome episode with Mike and I hope you enjoy it.
Stay Strong,
RB

Show Notes:
Proformance Website

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1 hr 22 min
October 02, 2017Episode 131: Max Aita of Juggernaut Training Systems - All Things Weightlifting
This episodes guest is Max Aita of Juggernaut Training Systems
Coach Max Aita has spent the better part of 20 years in the sport of Weightlifting and Powerlifting. He draws his training methodology and knowledge from the many great coaches whom he has personally worked with including; Steve Gough (USA), Ivan Abadjiev (BUL), Boris Sheiko (RUS).
Max has produced over half a dozen senior national medalists in Weightlifting, Multiple All time World Record holders in Powerlifting, and has worked with CrossFit Regional and Games level competitors to develop strength and Olympic lifting technique.
Max has also used his extensive knowledge of training and experience to create “hybrid” programs for athletes that wish to compete in both Weightlifting and Powerlifting or Weightlifting and CrossFit simultaneously.
On this episode Max and I discussed:
Max's Background
Max's Influence
The good and not not good things that Max see's within the physical preparation profession
Max gives a detailed discription of the Bulgarian weightlifting system and also talk's about his timed being trained under the legendary Ivan Ibadjev
Max talks about his program design for olympic lifting and how he individualizes his programs for his lifters
Max get's into an indepth discussion on training volume and intensity over the course of a lifters career
Max's talks about his technical models for teaching the lifts
Max talks about his first book which he has just released - Weightlifting Technique Triad
Max's top resources
Max's thoughts on RPE for weightlifting
Max's thoughts on American Weightlifting
Max and I discuss drugs in Sport
Max discusses the use of Olympic lift variations with athletes
Max's hobbies outside of coaching and lifting
If Max could invite 5 people to dinner dead or alive who would he invite and why?
And much more
This was an awesome episode with Max and I hope you enjoy it.
Stay Strong,
RB

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1 hr 37 min
September 28, 2017 Episode 130: James Smith - Critical Thinking
He's back!

James Smith from Global Sport Concepts rejoins me for his monthly interview on the ATSW podcast.

On this episode James discusses the topic of critical thinking.

This was another amazing episode with James.

As always you will be left with a lot to think and mediate about after listening to this episode.

Enjoy my friends,

Stay Strong,
RB

Show Notes:

You can connect with James for consulting services here.

James' outstanding books can be found here also.

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1 hr 29 min
September 11, 2017Episode 129: Dr. Perry Nickelston - Chronic Pain Treatment and Regaining your Health
This episodes guest is Dr. Perry Nickelston from Stop Chasing Pain.
Perry Nickelston, DC, NKT, FMS, SFMA, is a Chiropractic Physician with primary focus on Performance Enhancement, Corrective Exercise, and Metabolic Fitness Nutrition and trained fromThe American College of Addictionology and Compulsive Disorders. He is an expert in myofascial, orthopedic, medical and trigger point soft tissue therapy. A member of the Board of Directors and Medical Staff Advisor for AIMLA (American Institute of Medical Laser Application). Dr. Perry teaches healthcare professionals all over the world how to successfully use Class IV Deep Tissue Laser Therapy in alleviating pain. Director of clinical protocols and training for LiteCure Medical Lasers specializing in Myofascial Laser treatments.
Dr. Perry is an expert in movement assessment and diagnosis. Certified and trained as a Functional Movement Specialist (FMS) and Selective Functional Movement Assessment Specialist (SFMA). He uses programs designed to find your source of painful dysfunction and correct it the site of pain improves. A regular columnist for Dynamic Chiropractic, Practice Insights, Chiropractic Economics, To Your Health Magazine, Advance Physical Therapy, PT on the Net, LiveStrong, StrengthCoach, and other industry publications for health and fitness.
After suffering a severe back injury and recovering with laser therapy, he decided to dedicate himself to offering this amazing treatment modality to others. Creator of the Core 4 RRTT Recovery and Regeneration Program for maximum pain relief. A self treatment program whose sole purpose is to empower you to take back control of your life from chronic pain.
He is a 1997 graduate from Palmer Chiropractic University and a master fitness trainer with over 25 years experience in the health industry. Suffering from obesity as a teenager and overcoming all of the emotional strife that accompanies being overweight, Dr. Perry dedicated himself to teaching others how to get in shape and lead a healthy lifestyle. He is currently publishing several books on health, fitness, laser therapy, business success, and self treatment programs from his website.

On this episode Perry and I discussed:
Perry’s background and influences
Perry’s training and rehabilitation philosophies
Perry's own health journey
Amino Biofrequency Therapy
Perry talks about the importance of treating chronic systemic inflammation within the body first and foremost
Perry talks about the importance of the lymphatic system, the gut, emotion, and past experiences in treating patients
Perry's assessment protocols
This was an awesome episode with Perry and I hope you enjoy it.

Stay Strong,
RB
Show Notes:
For those of you in Ireland, the UK, and Euorpe - be sure to check out Perry's up coming Primal Movement Chains seminar in Dublin on September 30th and October 1st.

For those of you in the southern hemisphere - be sure to check out Perry's up coming Primal Movement Chains seminar in New Zealand on Novemeber 11-12th.
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1 hr 27 min
September 08, 2017Episode 128: Cameron Josse of DeFranco's Training Systems
This episodes guest is Cameron Josse of DeFranco Training Systems.

Cameron Josse is the Director of Sports Performance for DeFranco's Training Systems in East Rutherford, NJ. Cameron has been working with DeFranco's Training Systems since 2013 and has quickly built up a resume working with a multitude of athletes in high school and collegiate sports, as well as professional athletes in the NFL, NHL, UFC, and WWE superstars. Cameron earned his bachelor's degree in kinesiology while playing football at the University of Rhode Island and completed a master's degree in exercise science from William Paterson University.

On this episode Cameron and I discuss:
Cam’s background and influences
The good and not so good that Cam sees within the physical preparation profession
Ego and coaching
Overcoaching our athletes
Cam’s Training System
A detailed discussion on Cam's microcycle set up
Using Upper Body as Day 1 in the microcycle for potentiation
Biggest Lessions Cam has learned in his career so far
Cam's Top Advice
If Cam could invite 5 people to dinner dead or alive who would he invite and why?
This was another outstanding episode.

Hope you guys enjoy it!

Stay Strong,
RB

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1 hr 7 min
September 08, 2017Episode 128: Cameron Josse of DeFranco’s Training Systems
This episodes guest is Cameron Josse of DeFranco Training Systems.

Cameron Josse is the Director of Sports Performance for DeFranco's Training Systems in East Rutherford, NJ. Cameron has been working with DeFranco's Training Systems since 2013 and has quickly built up a resume working with a multitude of athletes in high school and collegiate sports, as well as professional athletes in the NFL, NHL, UFC, and WWE superstars. Cameron earned his bachelor's degree in kinesiology while playing football at the University of Rhode Island and completed a master's degree in exercise science from William Paterson University.

On this episode Cameron and I discuss:
Cam’s background and influences

The good and not so good that Cam sees within the physical preparation profession

Ego and coaching

Overcoaching our athletes

Cam’s Training System

A detailed discussion on Cam's microcycle set up

Using Upper Body as Day 1 in the microcycle for potentiation

Biggest Lessions Cam has learned in his career so far

Cam's Top Advice

If Cam could invite 5 people to dinner dead or alive who would he invite and why?

This was another outstanding episode.

Hope you guys enjoy it!

Stay Strong,

RB

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1 hr 7 min
September 06, 2017Episode 127: Charlie Weingroff - What's new, T=R3
This episode's we have Charlie Weingroff back on to discuss what's new in the life and career of Charlie and the release of his latest DVD product Training = Rehab 3.
We get into many topics such as:
T = R 3
Skill Acquisition and Charlies go to resources for Skill acquisition
Charlies insights into Pain Science
PRI - Has Charlies thoughts changed on PRI since we last spoke?
What new assessment or clinical methods has Charlie started to incorporate into his training and rehabilitation protocols
We discuss frequency specific microcurrent (FSM)
Charlies thoughts on emotional state and pain preception
Charlies thoughts on the FMS' Fundamental Capacity Screen
This was yet again an exellence show with Charlie.

Hope you guys enjoy it.

Stay Strong,
RB
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1 hr 15 min