The Robbie Bourke Podcast

This episode I speak with Dr Valerie Giangrande.  Dr. Valerie Giangrande is a New York based Optometrist and Quantum Biology Practitioner. Dr. Giagrande brings a unique perspective to optometry, specializing in circadian biology, epigenetics and nutrition and their contributions to ocular health.   On this episode we discuss: Valerie's background What was it like for Valerie when she first learned about circadian biology and health How to optimize our eye health through the lens of circadian biology How sunglasses can contribute to sunburn What are Valerie's thoughts on sunscreens? Valerie's thoughts on indoor lighting What health benefits did Valerie experience when she improved her circadian health  Valerie gives her thoughts on chrononutrition  This was agreat discussion with Valerie and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - quantuameyedoc Website - quantumeyedoc   Books mentioned: Lights Out - TS Wiley   Podcasts mentioned: Joe Rogan - The Sleep Loss Epidemic Episode 12: An Interview with Dr. Jack Kruse Episode 194: Dr. Jack Kruse - Light, water, magnetism, mitochondria, and getting your message out there   People and resources Mentioned: Jack Kruse Mattew Walker  Alexander Wunsch Mariana Figuerio   

This episode I speak with Tim Kettering.  Tim Kettenring is a human performance coach and rehab specialist with extensive experience at every level of sport, from developmental to professional, as well as the general population. Tim is the President and Director of Performance for Maverick Human Performance which provides coaching, consulting and education services to coaches, competitive athletes, and everyday athletes around the world.  Tim is widely recognized as a subject matter expert on energy system development for athletes.   On this episode we discuss: Tim's background? What Tim has learned from coaching Rugby Tim's biggest influences We talk energy system development - assessment and prescription Anaerobic vs aerobic vs hydrid subtypes  Aerobic vs alactic development Supplements to aid energy system development This was a great discussion with Tim and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Website - maverickhumanperformance.com   Books mentioned: Ultimate MMA conditioning  Science of Sports Training   People and resources Mentioned: Andy Galpin Kevin Mulcahy Gareth Sandford Joel Jamieson Dave Tenney Boo Schexnayder Chidi Enyia Vern Gambetta Jorge Carvajal Eddie Lee Ian Gibbons Mark Bennett Robert Wright  Pavel Tsatsouline  Yuri Verkhoshanksy George Brooks] Stephen Sieler Charlie Francis  Tim Gabbett James Smith Jonas Dodoo Stu McMillan Dan Pfaff ALTIS Thomas Kurz Jeremy Frisch  Arthur Lydiard Percy Cerutty  AV Hill James Morton James Moran Iñigo San Millán Dan Baker Martin Gibala Mark Uyeyama  Denis Logan St. Mary's University Twickenham - MSc strength and conditioning Dan John Steve Magness Elliott Richardson  Rich Clarke Dan Howells  

This episode's guest is Donie Fox. Donie Fox is an Irish physiotherapist, athletic development coach, and educator committed to advancing human performance through evidence- and experience-based rehabilitation and coaching. As the Founder and Clinical Director of RTP Physio, he is curating a patient-centred, movement-based approach while currently pursuing a Doctorate in Human Performance and Innovation at the University of Limerick. His work spans all levels of sport and is grounded in a commitment to quality, clarity, and care. On this episode we discuss: Donie's background Donie's influences Biggest problems Donie see's with the rehab and performance professions Donie discusses his system for RTP What have been Donies biggest challenges as a practitioner and coach Donie talks about his professional doctorate  Donie gives his thoughts on manual therapy If Donie could have dinner with 5 people, dead or alive, who would he choose and why? This was agreat discussion with Donie and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - doniefox Instagram - RTP Website - rtp.physio   Books mentioned: Polyvagul Theory    People and resources Mentioned: Vern Gambetta Anthony Cunningham GAIN Network Steve Myrland  Tracey Frober Grace Golden Jim Radcliffe  Stu McMillan Gary McGowan John Kiely  Dan Pfaff ALTIS Tommy Brennan Andrew Libbs Bill Knowles Bill Hartman Robert Saplosky  Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) Nadine McCarthy Paul Kilgannon Ellen Walsh SFMA Roy Keane Michael Lewis Steve Magness David Morris Stephen Porges         

Just a solo episode on circadian disruption and metabolic syndrome (MetS). Enjoy. RB

Solo podcast on opposition anlysis for hurling. Enjoy, RB   Articles mentioned: Redefining Strength: High Force Does Not Equal High Load The Force System in Training Resources mentioned: The Coach Analyst course    

Just a solo podcast on some thoughtas round nutrition   Enjoy.   RB

Solo episode on developing Player (or Personized) Developmental Plans (PDPs) Enjoy, RB

This episode sees the return of Jason Hettler to the podcast. Jason is the Speed and Agility Coach at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Prior to this he was the Performance and Innovation Manager at ALTIS in Phoenix, Arizona where his role included leading a group of sprinters, consulting with various professional sporting organizations, creating and editing education content, internship coordination, and media/marketing. On this episode we discuss: Jason's role at IMG How did Jason build his COD/ agility model Jason shares his annual schedule with his Tennis players He discuss performance therapy for tennis players I ask Jason about his microcycle set up I ask Jason about the differences between training sprinters vs tennis players We discuss training transfer and skills vs capacities We discuss training load and staying healthy What is the biggest thing Jason has changed his mind on lately? What is Jason's favorite Glam Slam How did Jason develop his ESD model How has fatherhood changed him What projects is Jason working on? This was agreat discussion with Jason and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Website - www.hettlerperformance.com Twitter - @jhettler24 Instagram - jhettler24   Books Mentioned: Going Somewhere: Truth about a Life in Science Thinking Fast and Slow    People and Resources Mentioned: ALTIS Rich Clarke Damien Harper Gareth Sandford Jon Goodwin Stu McMillan Charlie Francis Anatoliy Bondarchuk Derek Evely Yuri Verkhoshansky  Matt Jordan Martin Bucheit    

This episode's guest is Nigel O'Hara who is currently the Kildare senior hurling coach and formely the hurling coach to the Na Fianna senior hurlers who won their first ever Dublin senior hurling title last season (2023).    On this episode we discuss: Nigel's background Would Nigel ever considering completling a UFEA soccer course Who have been Nigel's biggest coaching influence  I ask Nigel what is his coaching philosophy and principles Nigel gives his take on games-based training and technical work We discuss the game moments, set plays, and KPIs We discuss defensive puck outs How Nigel got involved with the Kildare senior hurlers We discuss the current state of Dublin senior hurling We discuss in-game management How does Nigel facilitate half-time with teams This was agreat discussion with Nigel and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Twitter - @nigelohara06 Videos Mentioned: A Games Centred Approach Developing Decision Makers - Paul Kinnerk GAA Games Development Conference 2017 - Paul Kinnerk   Papers Mentioned: A tactical periodisation model for Gaelic football A Tactical Periodization Approach for Rugby Union   People and Resources Mentioned: Pep Guardiola Vitor Frade  Bill Shankly Bob Paisley Robbie Fowler Roy Evans Jürgen Klopp Paul Kinnerk James J. Claffey Eoin Bennis Johan Cruyff Rinus Michels Niall O'Ceallachain Shane Keegan Eoin Roche Mike Dwyer Marcelo Bielsa Dan Abrahams Kevin Mulcahy Jamesie O'Connor Shane Mangan Paul O'Brien David Herity Brian Dowling Paul Murphy  The Hurling Pod Stick to Football Roy Keane Gary Neville TJ Reid Jimmy Barry Murphy  

This episode's guest is Peter Wright of Petey Performance.  Peter is a Strength & Conditioning/ Performance coach currently in based in Ireland. He has worked with elite athletes in a variety of sports throughout the world, specifically international representatives in rugby, soccer, athletics, boxing, basketball, tennis, golf, cricket and sailing, as well as many intercounty GAA hurlers and footballers. You can see Peter's full biography here. On this episode we discuss: Peter's background Peter's professional and personal influences Peter's training system We discuss linear and mutli-directional speed/ agility development with team sport athletes We discuss return to performance (RTP) This was agreat discussion with Peter and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - peteyperformance Twitter - @peteyperform9 Website - peteyperformance.com   People and Resources Mentioned: ALTIS David Grey Stu McMillan Dan Pfaff Daniel Moore - currently Head S&C at Landsdowne Rugby Alan Murdoch Cian O'Brien Rob Pacey  Joel Smith