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Are smartwatches really the fitness companions they're touted to be? In this eye-opening episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the world of fitness trackers and smartwatches, exploring the barrage of data they offer—from heart rate to sleep cycles—and what it really means for us. Join us as we decode the usefulness, pitfalls, and the hype surrounding these gadgets. We'll share personal insights on navigating the overwhelming data, discuss the accuracy of health metrics, and offer practical advice on choosing and using a smartwatch to genuinely benefit your health and fitness goals. Whether you're considering buying your first tracker or questioning the one on your wrist, this episode is your guide to making informed, tech-savvy decisions that prioritize your health over high-tech allure.
Are Fitness Trackers Worth it? - Blog article: https://www.atlashpc.ie/blog_articles/fitness-trackers-are-they-worth-itFor all our coaching services, check out: www.atlashpc.ie
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Dive into the less explored yet crucial metrics that GPS units capture in sports. This episode goes beyond traditional volume analysis to reveal how maximal speed, high-speed running, and maximal deceleration can dramatically shape our understanding of athlete performance and recovery. Join us as we break down these advanced metrics, their implications for training, and how they can redefine success on the field. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or sports enthusiast, you'll uncover valuable insights that could change the game. Tune in to discover the true potential of GPS in sports analytics.For all coaching enquiries, you can check out: www.atlashpc.ie
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In this special 20th episode of our podcast, we're back after a hiatus of nine months, ready to dive deep into the world of athletic performance, health, and entrepreneurship. Join us as we reflect on the journey of the past ten months, marked by challenges, growth, and invaluable experiences in these key areas.
As we take a moment to share some highlights and lessons learned during this time, we'll explore how our journey as business owners intersects with our passion for athletic performance and health. From navigating the demands of entrepreneurship to prioritizing physical well-being, we'll discuss the insights gained and the strategies developed along the way.
But this episode isn't just about looking back – it's also about looking forward. We're excited to outline our vision for the future of the podcast, exploring the dynamic topics, expert guests, and engaging conversations that lie ahead. Whether you're an athlete striving for peak performance, a health enthusiast seeking wellness insights, or an entrepreneur balancing both, we're committed to bringing you content that informs, inspires, and empowers.
So, whether you're joining us for the first time or you've been with us from the beginning, welcome back to the podcast! We're thrilled to have you along for this journey as we explore the intersection of athletic performance, health, and entrepreneurship.
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Welcome to the Atlas High Performance Podcast, where we delve into the secrets of peak performance and provide you with the tools to unlock your full potential. In this episode titled 'Train, Don't Complain: Does Your Attitude Match Your Ambitions?', your host Stephen Walsh takes center stage to deliver a powerful message that will revolutionize the way you approach your goals.
Join Stephen as he explores the pivotal role of attitude in achieving greatness. With passion and expertise honed through years of experience, he delves into the mindset required to succeed in any endeavor. No guest interview this time, as Stephen draws on his extensive knowledge as a performance coach and shares his own insights on maximizing your resources and becoming a high achiever.
Prepare to challenge yourself as Stephen reveals the importance of aligning your attitude and work ethic with your aspirations. Discover how to break free from the trap of complaining about what you lack and instead focus on leveraging what you already have. Through thought-provoking anecdotes, practical strategies, and actionable advice, Stephen empowers you to take charge of your journey and become a force to be reckoned with.
Are you ready to work harder, set loftier goals, and audit your actions to ensure they align with your current mindset? Tune in to this captivating episode of the Atlas High Performance Podcast and embark on a transformative journey toward unparalleled success.
Don't wait any longer—your breakthrough awaits! Listen now to 'Train, Don't Complain' and unlock the keys to achieving your true potential. Subscribe to the Atlas High Performance Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and start your journey to greatness today!
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Welcome to another episode of the Atlas High Performance podcast, where we explore the latest trends and topics in athletic development and performance coaching. In this episode, we delve into the controversial topic of the education gap in the fitness industry and discuss the importance of prioritising educators over creators.
Join us as we share our insights on the evolving landscape of online programming and how it's revolutionizing the way we train athletes. We'll also explore the benefits and challenges of using online platforms for coaching and training, and how it can bridge the gap between performance and accessibility.
As always, we share practical tips and advice to help you elevate your performance and take your athletic development to the next level. Don't forget to check out our website and purchase our 2 day in-season program to jumpstart your journey towards peak performance.
Tune in for another informative and engaging episode that's sure to spark your curiosity and inspire your fitness journey!
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Welcome to another episode of the Atlas High Performance podcast, where we dive into the world of athletic development and performance coaching. In this Athlete Spotlight episode, we explore the importance of grip strength and share practical tips to improve it. Learn how a strong grip can enhance overall performance in various sports and discover the best exercises to incorporate into your training regimen.
We also discuss our collaboration with clubs and coaches, highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities that come with working directly with sports organizations. Listen in as we share insights from our experiences, discuss the role of communication and education in fostering strong relationships, and reveal the key ingredients for successful long-term partnerships.
Join us for an informative and engaging conversation that will help you become a better athlete, coach, or sports enthusiast! Don't miss out on this episode filled with valuable tips and stories from the world of sports performance.
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In this episode, we dive deep into how athletes can optimize their performance by properly scheduling their training sessions and nutrition around match days. As we know, matches are the most important events for athletes, and every athlete wants to perform at their best on the day of the match.
But to perform at your best, it's not just about showing up on the day of the match. It's about proper preparation and scheduling throughout the week leading up to the game. In this episode, we will cover how to schedule your week leading up to match day and how to optimize your nutrition and training to be in the best possible condition on the day of the game.
We will start by discussing the importance of nutrition leading up to match day. We will talk about what to eat, when to eat, and how much to eat. Proper nutrition is critical for athletes to perform at their best, and we will provide practical advice on how to optimize your diet leading up to the game.
We will then move on to discussing the importance of training sessions leading up to match day. We will talk about when certain sessions should be done during the week, and how to properly balance rest and training to avoid overtraining and injury. We will also discuss the benefits of tapering leading up to the game and how to effectively incorporate it into your training schedule.
Finally, we will wrap up the episode with a call to action for listeners to tune in and learn how they can properly schedule their week leading up to match day to optimize their performance. By following the advice in this episode, athletes can ensure they are in the best possible condition on the day of the match and can perform at their best.
So, if you're an athlete looking to improve your performance and optimize your training and nutrition leading up to match day, then this episode is for you. Tune in now and take the first step towards performing at your best on the day of the game.
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Programming is an essential part of any training program, and in this episode, we'll dive deep into how we program our sessions at Atlas High Performance. We'll discuss the factors that we take into account when designing our programs, including the athlete's age, gender, sport, position, and level of experience. We'll also talk about how we incorporate different training modalities, such as strength training, speed and agility work, and energy system development, into our programs.
We'll also touch on the importance of periodization and how we structure our programs to ensure that our athletes peak at the right time. We'll discuss the different phases of our programs, including the off-season, pre-season, in-season, and post-season, and how we adjust our programming based on the athlete's goals and the demands of their sport.
One of the most critical factors in our programming is individualization. We'll discuss how we assess each athlete's strengths and weaknesses, and how we design programs that are tailored to their specific needs. We'll also touch on the importance of tracking progress and adjusting our programming based on feedback from our athletes.
Finally, we'll discuss how we prioritize our programming based on the athlete's goals and the demands of their sport. We'll talk about how we balance training for different physical qualities, such as speed, power, strength, and endurance, and how we adjust our programming based on the athlete's schedule and the demands of their sport.
Programming is an ever-evolving process, and in this episode, we'll share our approach to designing effective programs that help our athletes reach their full potential. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or fitness enthusiast, you'll learn valuable insights into how we program our sessions at Atlas High Performance. Tune in and learn how you can take your training to the next level.
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I've been gone awhile, but I'm back now!
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After a lengthy sabbatical, I'm back .. In this episode I'm dealing with a key issue in planning your own training sessions and that's extra conditioning work during the pre-season.. It's one of the biggest mistakes players make and one of my pet hates when it comes to old school coaches running players into the ground .. In this episode I talk about the actual physical demands of the game, how to assess what extra work you need to do outside of those sessions and how to put yourself in key position when it comes to championship!
Give it a listen and let me know what you think!
Also nearly time for gyms to open so if you are interested in working with me, get in touch now!
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In this one we dive into a couple of different topics on sprinting and speed development during the winter, the theory behind some of the concepts I've been talking about recently and also some useful things you can implement into your daily life to make lockdown a little easier.
Hope you enjoy this episode. All feedback greatly appreciated. Stay safe out there!
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As coaches , we always start a coaching journey with a client with a needs analysis? What does the client need? One of the most difficult things at the moment is that people don't understand or don't know what they need to do with regards to training or nutrition with all the restrictions etc.
In this podcast I tried to cover over a few of the main thought processes that I go through when trying to decide what to do or what to focus on.
Hopefully as you work your way through this you'll gain a better understanding of it and be able to perform your own needs analysis to try and get your training and progress back on track.
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Speed is undoubtedly the most crucial physical skill you can possess. More speed = more opportunities for success. On the offensive side of the game it allows you to create separation between you and the defender, creating more unopposed scoring chances, on the defensive side the opposite is true and you close the space down.
As important as it is, it's still terribly misunderstood in team sports and in coaching in general I feel.
Here's my take on it and the key principles that you need to know when training speed!
Hope you take something from it - glad to be back!
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Christmas time is a busy time, can also be a stressful time. Made even more stressful by insta huns telling you to not do the dog on it over the break. It's a lot more nuanced than what they'd make it out to be. Hopefully this short interlude makes things a little easier for you to manage.
Thanks to all my clients who have stuck by me all year & made amazing strides even in trying times.
Thank you to all the new listeners, here's to a more productive 2021!
Happy Christmas & a Happy New Year.
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Second episode of the Quick Fire 5 format. Kept all the questions fairly similar this time around to avoid going off on too much of a tangent and to allow me to flesh out the answers a bit more. It also goes to show you how linked things are regarding training and nutrition.
The timestamps for the questions are as follows:
1:48 - #1 = Differences between front squats & back squats?
7:02 - #2 = Should you squat full depth?
12:51 - #3 = Learning to be flexible in the weight room & substituting exercises where possible?
22:47 - #4 = Can you gain muscle in a deficit?
27:45 - #5 = Not underestimating the role of sub-maximal strength & fitness work in your programming?
Hope you find these useful! Back on the wagon of getting them recorded in bulk this week after the minor illness, hence the tiredness in the voice!
Thanks as always for listening!
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In this episode we dive a bit into some of the finer details of programming for the current state of our off-season training programming. Introducing cluster sets to some of our greener members of the squad to maintain our primary focus of gaining size and strength while simultaneously introducing some form of explosive movements.
Also, in this episode I introduce some of my new coaching roles for 2021 that I'm super excited about!
Hopefully the background noise isn't too much on this one, I did my best to level it out. It won't always be like this, I promise!
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The best way to learn is always to do. Hopefully by learning from my own experiences (and hopefully little mistakes) you guy's can get a better understanding of certain things. Today, I took three different client stories from the past 3 days and expanded on them a little bit to give you an insight into the coaching process and the reasoning behind making certain decisions. The beauty of these ones is I've integrated the nuance of the individual variation by briefly explaining each of their current positions so that it makes a little bit more sense.
I've always said that during coaching you have to meet the client where they are at and now you'll have real life examples and experiences that people, maybe even you, have/will go through!
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We all get caught at some point with some clever marketing skills into buying things we don't need, supplements are no different. It's essentially become an arms race among companies to try and develop the newest 'thing' or blend of ingredients that are going to change the game - but do they really? In this episode I briefly cover the main 3 that have any use to you depending on what your goals are. Keep your hard earned cash in your pocket and spend in on things you do need - like Online Programming from myself for example! All jokes aside, have a listen, let me know what you think. Thanks for listening!
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2020 for most people was a strange one between lockdowns and Covid-19 and even more strange was me working as an S&C coach with a Senior Hurling team in Limerick. A quick background, I was born in England, never played hurling and had a limited understanding of the rules but we went with it anyway. In this episode I chat about how I came about getting the job in the first place, how we handled training in and out of lockdown and a review of the year in general. Hopefully you get some value out of it!
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