Fighters Performance Podcast Mark Brewer

In this episode, Dr Paul Wood, an expert in differential psychology discusses how anger and aggression, while seemingly damaging and unbearable can be harnessed to positively improve oneself and lead to a positive contribution to society through combat sport.

Paul discusses some of the research and current thinking around Anger and Aggression, what role these characteristics have within combat sport, and how they can influence the path you take throughout life. 

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

In this episode, we talk to current NSW State Coach Ivica Pavlinic about his pathway chasing Olympic sized medals as a New Zealand Judo athlete and how this experience has shaped his philosophies and approach to coaching.

He shares some insightful truths about the top level of sport, explaining the complexities of high performance coaching, and the importance of strategic planning to maximize all available resources towards success in Judo.

Josh Hinger is a three-time IBJJF No-gi World Champion, pioneer of the guillotine, innovator of the 'Hingertine' Submission System, and ATOS black belt. Known as an extremely aggressive submission hunter.

We were lucky to have him here in Sydney for a special episode while touring Australia and New Zealand for a lineup of seminars. This episode was worth recording twice (technical issues).

From humble beginnings in CA, America he would not have imagined travelling the World teaching seminars and influencing the grappling world with his dominant and offensive style.

As a former high school wrestler, he began his submission grappling career in 2003, going on to become the only American ever to win the No-gi World Championship 3 years running.

The host of The Matburn Podcast, alongside a sometimes present Keenan Cornelius.

Another phenomenal guest and great human that has a lot to contribute to the fight community.

Joseph Coyne is an exercise physiologist, sports scientist and performance coach. He has worked with a number of professional, world champion and Olympic athletes in Australia, New Zealand and China.

Since recording this podcast, Joseph Coyne is now the Director of Athletics at the UFC Performance Institute in Shanghai.

He is the host of ASCA Podcast, a must-listen for any coach looking to improve their knowledge of strength and conditioning.

An exponent of Jiu Jitsu.

Danny is the founder of Sigma Nutrition. In the past, he has worked as a nutrition practitioner with a wide variety of clients. He became well known for his role as a performance nutritionist to professional mixed martial artists & boxers.

Widely known for hosting the top-ranked podcast Sigma Nutrition Radio, Danny is also a respected educator in the field.

He has a master’s degree (MSc.) in Nutritional Sciences from University College Cork. In addition to that research, Danny also completed a BSc. Degree in Biology and Physics Education and spent a year teaching these subjects.

Blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and competitive powerlifter.

Meer talks about his experience as a strength and conditioning coach, sharing words from his mentors and giving you insight into the development of rotational movement patterns in combat athletes.