The Robbie Bourke Podcast

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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Episode 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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Episode 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,
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Episode 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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Episode 126: Christian Thibaudeau - Strength Development & Neurological Profiling

This episodes guest is Coach Christian Thibaudeau of Thibarmy.
Christian was previously on the podcast back in episode 62.
On this episode Christian and I discuss:
What’s new with Christian
Christian speaks about factors of Strength Development
Christian speaks about looking at the Neurotransmitter Dominance of athletes to determine their training needs
This was an awesome episode guys and I really hope you enjoy it.
Stay Strong,
RB
Show Notes:
Maximum Muscle Bible Book
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Episode 125: Loren Landow of Landow Performance - Coaching Pedagogy, Building Trust and Coaching Multi-Directional Speed

This episode’s guest is Loren Landow of Landow Performance.
Coach Landow is highly sought after for his ability to analyze and correct biomechanics. His goal is to maximize human performance, while decreasing the likelihood of injury. He has trained thousands of athletes of all ages and abilities, including over 700 professional athletes in the NFL, NHL, MLB, UFC, WNBA and Olympic medalist.
Coach Landow has worked with over 70 NFL All-Pro’s and over 20 first round draft selections in the NFL. He has been a National and International presenter for the leading organizations in the performance field, and also serves as a consultant for many professional and collegiate teams across the country. Coach Landow developed the ACL prevention program and the ACL return to sport protocols for the world-renowned Steadman Hawkins Clinic-Denver. He currently is the owner and director of Landow Performance.
Coach Landow serves on the Board of Directors for the Exercise Science Program at Metro State University and also the Board for the Master’s program for Setanta College in Ireland. He also serves as the Sports Performance Director for Elite Sports University, an online education website.
Coach Landow is the author of two books, My Off-Season with the Denver Broncos: Building a Championship Team (While Nobody’s Watching) and also Ultimate Conditioning for Martial Arts.
 On this episode Loren and I discussed:
Loren’s background and influence
Loren's take on the importance of coaching pedagory and building trust in the coach-athlete relationship
The importance of emotional intelligence as a coach
Loren's top 3 area's that he believes all coaches need to mastery - consistency, patience, and choosing your battles
The good and not so good things that Loren see’s within the physical preparation profession
Loren’s talks about his training system 
Loren’s model of teaching multi-directional speed
Some of Loren's resources
And much more
Enjoy guys.Stay Strong,
RB
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Episode 124: Chris Korfist of Slow Guy Speed School on DB Hammer and his Training System

This episode’s guest is Chris Kofist of SlowGuySpeed School.
Unlike most facilities who are staffed by young coaches who rely on their recent playing career and “cool” factor, Slow Guy Speed School is staffed by Chris Korfist, a “sprint guru” with an international following.
 With over 55 all-state sprinters and countless other high school all-state athletes, and over 20 years experience, he knows what is appropriate for the athlete in the room and not so concerned about what the pros are doing or someone else journey to where they got.
 In fact, the methods have been so effective, Chris has consulted NFL teams, Big 10 Universities, Olympic team and U.S. Special Forces.
 On this episode Chris and I discussed:
Chris’ background and influence
The good and not so good things that Chris see’s within the physical preparation profession
Chris’ Training philosophy
How DB Hammers Training system changed how Chris trained athletes
Chris's favourite methods to develop strength, power, and speed
How Chris adjusts his athletes training based off body temperature and the weather
Chris’ top resources and advice
Who would be 5 people that Chris would invite to dinner
And much more
Enjoy guys.Stay Strong,
RBShow Notes:Reflexive Performance Reset Course
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Episode 123: Chris Barnard of Overtime Athletes

This episode’s guest is Chris Barnard of Overtime Athletes.
Chris Barnard is a strength and conditioning coach at Strength Camp, a hardcore athlete training facility in St. Petersburg, Florida, as well as author of multiple performance programs. He earned his Bachelors in Applied Kinesiology and Physiology at the University of Miami, where he initially went to play football before becoming ineligible.
He has worked with athletes at all levels and from many different sports to produce the highest level of performance in each. He currently resides in St Petersburg, Florida and continues to pursuit breakthroughs in athletic performance.
On this episode Chris and I discussed:
Chris’ background and influence
The good and not so good things that Chris see’s within the physical preparation profession
Chris’ Life and Training philosophy
Coaching Ego
How an appreciation of Epigenetics is crucial in understanding human behaviour
Understanding the importance of unconditional love, compassion, and empathy as a coach
Chris’ top resources and advice
And much more
Enjoy guys. Stay Strong,
RBShow Notes:Check out all of Chris's online programs and products here.
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