In today’s episode, we welcome Selwyn Griffith to discuss the importance of performance management in the AFL, how a team adapts to the AFL draw, psychological stress, athlete nutrition, and career challenges.
 
Selwyn Griffith is the performance manager at the Melbourne Demons Football Club. He holds master’s degrees in Osteopathy and High-Performance Sports and is an accredited High-Performance Manager with Exercise Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and a Level 3 Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA). 
 
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Instagram: athleticapproach
 
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#281. Selwyn Griffith on athlete nutrition, psychological stress, and strength and conditioning in the AFL.

In today’s episode, we welcome Byron Field to talk about injury prevention, rugby controversies for the safety of players, and culture and rehab.
 
Byron Field is the Head of Performance at the ACT Brumbies and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the podcast having developed in both medical and sports science-driven roles. Byron Field possesses the expertise to facilitate the rehabilitation of players returning from injury whilst equipped with the knowledge to enhance their performance on the field. He has dedicated his entire career to the world of rugby. Armed with a master’s degree in Physiotherapy and another in Strength and Conditioning, Byron possesses a deep understanding of the physical demands of the sport and the strategies to optimise performance. 
 
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#280. Byron Field on injury prevention and rehab

In today’s episode, we welcome Maddi and Teagan Levi to discuss their career goals after rugby, travelling, women in sport, bullying, and what they have sacrificed to play the sport they love.  
 
Maddi and Teagan have seamlessly integrated into Australia's immensely successful Rugby Sevens program, which has dominated the international stage, securing nearly every major trophy in the past two years. In 2022, the Australian women's team set the benchmark for excellence in the sport, triumphing in every significant competition, including the World Rugby Sevens Series, World Cup, and Commonwealth Games.
 
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Maddi Levi
 
Instagram: maddi_levi
 
Tiktok: maddisonlevi
 
Teagan Levi
 
Instagram: teagan.levi
 
Tiktok: teaganlevi1
 
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#279. The Levi Sister’s on women in sport, bullying, and their career goals after rugby.

In today’s episode, we welcome Zac Bailey and Melanie Olsen to discuss pre- and post-game nutrition, athlete recovery, adapting to a player’s diet requirements, getting drafted into the AFL, locker room antics, and more…
 
Zac Bailey is a skillful midfielder/forward for the Brisbane Lions. Bailey grew up in the Northern Territory before moving to South Australia to attend school and pursue a career in football. Bailey debuted for the Brisbane Lions in 2018 after being drafted as the #15th pick in the 2017 AFL draft.
 
Melanie Olsen is a distinguished sports performance dietitian with an exceptional track record in elevating the nutritional strategies of top-tier athletic teams. With an impressive background in fostering peak physical performance, Melanie has lent her expertise to some of Australia's most renowned sporting franchises. Olsen has been working with the Brisbane Lions as a sports performance dietitian since 2022 and has previously worked with the St George Illawarra Dragons and the NSW Waratahs in similar roles.
 
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Zac Bailey
 
Instagram: zacbailley
 
Melanie Olsen
 
Instagram: mel_olsen_
 
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#278. Zac Bailey and Melanie Olsen on athlete recovery, getting drafted into the AFL, and locker room antics.

In today’s episode we welcome Lincoln Lewis, an Australian actor who has left an incredible mark on the entertainment industry. From a coffee ad to the big screen, you might recognise him from his iconic roles in the action-packed movie "Tomorrow, When the War Began," the beloved TV series "Home and Away," and "Slide." Lincoln has joined the BODYSCIENCE podcast to discuss the challenges of being an actor, the process he goes through to secure those captivating roles, his personal take on method acting, the grittier side of the entertainment industry, his secrets to health, body image, mastering lines and more…
 
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Instagram: @linc_lewis
 
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#277. Lincoln Lewis on the gritty side of the entertainment industry, body image, and challenges of being an actor.

This week we talk to Sports Dietician Harriet Walker to expose fat loss myths. From fasted cardio, to if we really should be avoiding potatoes and bread. We educate you on all thing’s health, fitness, and nutrition to support your goals.


 


Harriet Walker is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and Accredited Sports Dietitian. A leader in the sports nutrition space within Australia, specialising in strength sports.


 


Want to connect with Harriet Walker?


Instagram: @athleticeating


Facebook: @HarrietWalkerNutritionist


 


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#276. Fat Loss Myth Exposed With Sports Dietician Harriet Walker

JOE WILLIAMS
EX NRL PLAYER, EX WBF WORLD JNR WELTERWEIGHT & PROFESSOR AT THE SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND.
 
In today’s episode Joe Williams joins us. Joe is a Wiradjuri, 1st Nations Aboriginal man born in Cowra, raised in Wagga NSW having lived a 15 year span as a professional sports person. Joe played in the National Rugby League for South Sydney Rabbitohs, Penrith Panthers, and Canterbury Bulldogs before switching to professional Boxing in 2009. As a boxer Joe was a 2x WBF World Jnr Welterweight champion and won the WBC Asia Continental Title.
 
Although forging a successful professional sporting career, Joe battled the majority of his life with suicidal ideation and Bipolar Disorder. After a suicide attempt in 2012, Joe felt his purpose was to help people who struggle with mental health & wellbeing. 
 
Joe is also an author having contributed to multiple books as well as his very own autobiography titled Defying The Enemy Within.
 
Joe was also named as finalist for the courage award in the 2017 National Indigenous Human Rights Awards & 2018 was awarded the Suicide Prevention Australia Life Award for his work in communities across the country.
 
In 2019 Joe was awarded Australia’s highest honour in the Mental Health field, announced as a co-winner of the National Mental Health Prize presented by the Australian Prime Minister.
 
Since founding the organisation, The Enemy Within in 2014, Joe has delivered wellbeing programs to over 200 communities across Australia, & multiple countries around the globe; which aims to alleviate the mental & traumatic distress of individuals from all pockets of the community. Joe is also an Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Psychology at the University of Queensland.
 
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#275. THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF JOE WILLIAMS, FROM A PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE TO THE 2019 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH AWARD WINNER.

Today Dr Mac and Greg Young break down what exactly you should be looking for if you want a superior pre-workout and thermogenic. We explain how it’s not just about each ingredient alone but how they interact with one another and work together to ensure that you’re getting optimal benefits from the nutrients. We take a step back and break down each ingredient that goes into the HydroxyBurn Shred Ultra blend and show where the power of the blend comes from and what makes HydroxyBurn Shred Ultra different to any other product.
 
Dr. Chris McLellan
Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, Ph.D., Physiotherapist, Performance Science Practitioner & Researcher.
 
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#274. WHAT SHOULD YOU BE LOOKING FOR IN A THERMOGENIC?

In this episode, we're discussing the topic of losing fat with Dr. Mac. If you're struggling to lose fat, then this video is for you!

Dr. Mac discusses the various factors that play a role in fat loss, from diet to exercise to supplementation. He shares his tips on how to lose fat the healthy way, and helps you to understand why people tend to struggle to lose fat.
 
Dr. Chris McLellan
Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, Ph.D., Physiotherapist, Performance Science Practitioner & Researcher.
 
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#273. WHY PEOPLE STRUGGLE TO LOSE FAT WITH DR MAC

When it comes to training and nutrition “facts”, you’ve heard them all, but which ones should you believe? Body Science’s Greg Young gets the cold, hard, science-backed truth from Professor Chris McLellan, one of the leaders in sports science and strength and conditioning around the world.

Dr. Mac is a Professor of Exercise and Sports Science has a Ph.D. in Exercise and Sports Science, a master’s degree in Physiotherapy, and has over 25 years of experience working in the NRL, AFL & professional Rugby Union around the world. PLUS, his research has resulted in over 90 published works in peer-reviewed journals, published abstracts, and presentations at national and international conferences…In short, he knows what he’s talking about. You can’t argue with hard science.
 
Dr. Chris McLellan
Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, Ph.D., Physiotherapist, Performance Science Practitioner & Researcher.
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#272. Debunking fitness myths with Dr Mac

In today's episode, we revisit an old podcast with Dr. Chris McLellan and Founder of Body Science Greg Young to discuss Testosterone. Find out why Testosterone matters - whether you're MALE or FEMALE - and what to do about it! Did you know that low Testosterone levels have been linked to conditions such as depression, inflammation, infertility, muscle degradation, obesity, heart disease, insulin resistance, metabolic disorder, and more? Tune in for everything you need to know about testosterone - the king of male hormones: What it is and how it's produced. Testosterone myths and misconceptions. The signs of low T-levels you should look out for. What's killing your testosterone. And top tips for what you can do increase your testosterone levels. 
 
Dr. Chris McLellan
Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, Ph.D., Physiotherapist, Performance Science Practitioner & Researcher.
 
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#271. Let’s Talk Testosterone - With Dr Chris McLellan

In today's episode, we revisit an old podcast with Dr. Chris McLellan and Founder of Body Science Greg Young to discuss Cortisol. What is it? Why is it so important? What is the role of Cortisol in the body?
Dr. Chris McLellan
Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, Ph.D., Physiotherapist, Performance Science Practitioner & Researcher.
 
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#270. Cortisol. What is it? & Why is it so important? With Dr Chris McLellan

The logistics of bringing a team to the World Cup is something that takes many people and organisations coming together for it all run smoothly. As we discuss what goes into this process, head coach Brad Donald helps us understand how he got his hands on such an incredible opportunity with The Jillaroos!
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#269. Taking A Team To The Rugby League World Cup With Jillaroos Coach Brad Donald

The logistics of bringing a team to the World Cup is something that takes many people and organisations coming together for it to all run smoothly. Troy Thompson, an Elite Performance Manager for the Australia's Kangaroos joins us today as we discuss what goes into this process from start-to finish!
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#268. What It Takes To Take A Team To The Rugby League World Cup With Troy Thompson

WORLD #10 ROOKIE PRO SURFER CALLUM ROBSON CHATS ALL THINGS SURFING, STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING AND LIFE ON TOUR.
 

#267 FROM A ROOKIE - #10 IN THE WORLD, WITH PRO SURFER CALLUM ROBSON & S&C COACH GLEN WORKMAN

https://www.mybodyscience.com.au
Code: Spring22
 
We’re coming towards the end of 2022 & it’s GAME ON, when it comes to setting your health & fitness goals! We are excited to announce, BODY SCIENCE is launching their next 8 week Spring challenge program. With loads of value going into the challenge - customised meal plans by an accredited dietitian, nutritional advice, support from industry experts & loads of training programs to suit everybody & Mindset support. This is a challenge you are not going to want to miss out on! NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE, WHATEVER YOUR GAME, WHEREVER YOU ARE AT this program will transform your mind, body & lifestyle! Don’t ponder on the decision- Make a commitment now!

#264. Bodyscience 8 Week Spring Challenge Information with coaches Clint Hill & Luke Mathers

Tatiana Marinho, our nutritionist, and product development executive chats with us this week about why she hates the term “fat burner”. Tatiana and Greg break down the understanding behind the term "fat burner" & how they work. Tune in to find out more!
 
TATIANA MARINHO
BODY SCIENCE NUTRITIONIST AND NPD EXECUTIVE
Practising Nutritionist B.P.H. 
Nutrition Master of Nutrition & Dietetics 
Master of Public Health
SOCIAL CHANNELS
Follow Tatiana on IG: @marinho_tatiana
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#263. WHY I HATE “FATBURNERS” WITH TATIANA MARINHO

Scott Alloway is a sportsman, who's been involved in every kind of competition you can think of. He started off as a Motocross rider and ended up with the British Bobsleigh team! After competing for GB at 2010 Olympic Games he joined their commercial department where bodyscience had an opportunity to design the race suits using their award-winning compression. Make sure to tune into this week’s episode to learn more.
 
SCOTT ALLOWAY
2014 COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR FOR GREAT BRITAIN BOBSLEIGH 
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#261. AUSSIE COMPANY SHINES WITH OLYMPIC MEDAL WINNING COMPRESSION WITH SCOTT ALLOWAY

Protein prices are rising! It's a problem that has been going on for some time now, but this week our nutritionist and product development executive Tatiana Marinho is here to chat with us about how Body Science plans on dropping & locking their price for 6 months. Tune in to find out how!
 
TATIANA MARINHO
BODY SCIENCE NUTRITIONIST AND NPD EXECUTIVE
Practising Nutritionist B.P.H. 
Nutrition Master of Nutrition & Dietetics 
Master of Public Health
SOCIAL CHANNELS
Follow Tatiana on IG: @marinho_tatiana
Listen to any of the Body Science podcasts at https://www.bodyscience.com.au/podcast 
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#260. DROPPING OUR PROTEIN PRICES WITH TATIANA MARINHO

Belinda Norton is a Health and Fitness Educator and Personal Trainer with 24 year’s experience.  She is a published Author of Fit Mama, contributing health and fitness writer for Wellbeing Magazine and has a brand new bookazine entitled ‘Fit and Flexible’. Listen now to find out how Belinda has made such a massive impact in helping people towards their goals.
 
BELINDA NORTON
AUTHOR, FITNESS EDUCATOR AND SUPER MUM
(bhPh.Ed) Health & Physical Educator
GET IN CONTACT WITH BELINDA
WEBSITE: www.belindanorton.com
INSTAGRAM: @Belinda.n.x

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