#40 - John Quinn AFL High Performance Manager AFL Elite Tips for High Performance Coaches & Footballers

In this episode of the Prepare Like A Pro Podcast I am speaking to John Quinn. He has been the High Performance manager at two AFL clubs. Recruited for his athletics, John is a leader in his field and shares many great stories.
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We discussed with John his love for athletics and how his drive to be coach began at the age of 17 and his mentors along the journey from a local butcher to many peers along the way. John provided great insight into his approach to prepare elite athletes all year around and the importance of posture, mobility & technique.
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Highlights from the episode:
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- John's coaching career journey from start to now.

- His learning’s from travelling around the country & world with experts in their field.
- How his Kevin Sheedy connection and ability to think outside the box helped lead Essendon FC to team success in 1999 and 2000
- John discusses the importance of having a people first athlete second approach and the importance of an individualized strength & conditioning program.
- John goes in great detail with what has worked and what has and hasn’t throughout his career
- How he values relationships
- John shares plenty of tips and tricks for young developing footballers & staff
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People mentioned:
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- Lael Kassem
- Andrew Sharp
- Cathy Freeman
- Don Parks
- Usain Bolt
- Carl Lewis
- Tom Tellez
- Tony Rice
- Peter Schinnick
- Bendere Oboya
- Peter Bowman
- Peter Taylor
- Kevin Sheedy
- James Hird
- Muhler Wolfhardt
- Julian feller
- Matthew Knights
- Matthew Carazzo
- Chris Judd
- Graeme Arnold
- Harry Kewell
- Mark Viduka
- Darren Burgess
- Mat Oneil
- Jock Campbell
- Andrew Demetriou
- Graham ‘Gubby’ Allan
- Andrew Russell
- Loris Bertalacci
- Andrew Lambart
- Garry Davidson
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Definitely check this chat out we dive into some topics any footy fan, footballer or staff member needs to hear.
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Website Link from guest: https://www.quinnelitesports.com.au
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Connect with John
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_quinn01/
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