In this episode of the podcast I was delighted to welcome on Shane O'Leary to discuss all things becoming a professional athlete, developing skills and the lifestyle associated. We also speak on overcoming injuries, nutrition and the mental game.

Shane has previously played in the Rugby World Cup with Canada, won a Pro 12 with Connacht Rugby and is currently under contract with the Miami Sharks.

See Below for Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Professional Rugby in America
02:21 The Challenges of a Shorter Season
06:42 Maintaining Consistency in Training and Nutrition
11:16 Game Understanding and Decision-Making in Rugby
18:31 The Importance of Rest and Recovery in the Off-Season
21:57 Different Types of Pressure in the Game
29:16 Strategic Kicking in Rugby
31:26 Mastering Energy Management in Rugby
36:09 The Art of Effective Communication in Rugby
39:38 Overcoming Injuries and the Power of Mindset
52:49 The Impact of Coaching and Mentorship in Rugby
55:50 Applying Communication Skills in Life

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In this episode of the podcast I dive deep into an experience I had a few years ago that completely changed how I thought about and approached pain. When we think of pain we often think it is what it is, and there is nothing we can do to change it.

I go into detail here on what some may find a little disturbing. Buckle up.

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Music by Dean Kenny

In this eye-opening conversation, Kellie (@kelliefennellfitness) shares her personal journey of overcoming mental health challenges, controlling behaviors, and chronic back pain. She speaks on the importance of therapy in understanding and changing unhealthy coping mechanisms.

We discuss the power of self-acceptance, compassion, and awareness in healing and personal growth. Kellie shares her experiences with spinal surgeries and the importance of a proactive mindset in managing chronic pain.

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In this episode of the podcast we look at one of the main reasons people fail when trying to rehab a chronic pain or injury. I see many problems with rehab programs and this is definitely one of the bigger ones.

We speak on the mindset change needed to overcome a long-term injury, the use of a clear path with objectives & why you need to be intelligent in your process as obstacles are going to crop up.

If you are someone who's been dealing with a chronic back injury, have been through back surgery or plans to overcome any type of a chronic injury be that shoulder, knee, hip or neck, this episode is for you.

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Daniel is a performance nutritionist and director of performance with expertise in nutrition, behavior change, and performance coaching. He has worked with both dominant champions Dublin GAA & Leinster Rugby over the last 10 years.

His philosophy is centered around understanding the power of nutrition to impact health and performance, as well as the importance of mindset and identity in achieving true health and potential.

Daniel also discusses the challenges and strategies for nutrition during injury recovery. Daniel emphasizes the need for clarity, planning, and strategy in athletes' nutrition and training routines. He also shares insights from his experience working with high-performance teams and the importance of values and identity in achieving success. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights into optimizing performance through nutrition and mindset.

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In this episode of the podcast, we speak on progress, and how we need to avoid attaching to only physical progress when we're trying to overcome an injury. Being too hard on yourself because you don't see the physical progress in the time you want can be a downfall for some. Here we talk on other forms to help you stay disciplined, focused and on track.

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In this episode of the podcast, we look at the subtleties of a chronic injury and how these can still hinder your recovery even if you're doing everything right.

When you've been dealing with the same issue for a long time there will always be an element of adaptive/learned behaviour associated with it. If you don't address this in your rehab journey, you'll find the issue will continue to reoccur.

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This week I was delighted to welcome on Darragh Clancy (@Darragh_coachclancy), an online fitness coach, to discuss common weight loss mistakes and the importance of accurate information and fundamental principles.

Robbie and Darragh speak on reframing obstacles as growth opportunities, the mind-body connection, and the importance of education and learning. They also discuss reverse planning and maintaining goals, underscoring the importance of mindset, discipline, education, and long-term planning in fitness success.

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