Inner Athlete Podcast
The Inner Athlete Podcast is were we discuss all things youth athlete development and youth mentoring for parents, coaches, and youth athletes. Each week Trent and the team present new topics. We discuss areas on how we can best support youth athletes in terms of their physical preparation for competition, developing habits to create long-term success, return to training from injury, overcoming physical, delving deeper into the preparation of some of our athletes, and much more... Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the release of weekly episodes.
Episodes
120 episodes
Ep. 120 Beyond the Scoreboard: Building Belief and Self-Worth in Young Athletes
In Part 3 of this series, host Trent is joined by mindset coach Kathryn Green to explore how confidence, feedback, and self-worth shape long-term performance in young athletes.Together, they unpack how to deliver feedback that builds owners...
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Episode 120
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17:25
Ep. 119 Confident Kids: Practical Tools for Youth Success in Sport and School
In this episode, Trent chats with mindset coach Kathryn Green about the real keys to youth development: confidence and calm. They unpack why confidence grows from competence, not just praise, and how a safe space to fail helps kids thrive. ...
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Episode 119
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21:03
Ep. 118 Helping Your Child Thrive In Performance Environments
In this episode, Trent sits down with performance coach Kathryn Green to explore the emotional toll that high expectations can take on young athletes and students.They dive into the challenges kids face when their self-worth becomes tied...
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Episode 118
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21:33
Ep. 117 Aussie Lacrosse: Pathways to the US for Youth Athletes
In this episode, Trent and Chad Ronk, former NCAA Division II athlete and Melbourne youth coach, discuss the future of junior lacrosse in Australia. They compare the U.S. development pathways with Australia’s community-based system, highlightin...
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Episode 117
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15:47
Ep. 116 From D2 to Down Under: Rethinking Lacrosse Pathways
What happens when U.S. college-level lacrosse experience meets Australia’s grassroots sports culture? In this episode, host Trent sits down with Chad Ronk, a former NCAA Division II athlete turned youth coach in Melbourne, to unpack how interna...
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Episode 116
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27:11
Ep. 115 Developing Young Female Footballers – Part 2: Success Stories & Coaching Wisdom
In Part 2 of our conversation with Mat Crawford, Head Coach of the Bentleigh Greens U15 Girls, we dive into the real-world outcomes of his coaching philosophy. Matt shares powerful success stories from his players’ journeys, highlighting the ha...
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Episode 115
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28:14
Ep. 114 Developing Young Female Soccer Players For Success On and Off the Pitch
What does it take to shape not just skilled footballers, but confident, resilient young women on and off the pitch? In this episode, Trent sits down with Matt Crawford, Head Coach of the Bentleigh Greens U15 Girls, for an honest and...
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Episode 114
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33:25
Ep. 113 Concussion – What Every Parent, Coach & Athlete Needs to Know
In this powerful follow-up episode, Trent welcomes back concussion expert Dr. Alan Pearce about one of sport’s most misunderstood issues. Together, they bust common concussion myths, explore how early exposure to brain impacts can affect ...
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Episode 113
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33:19
Ep. 112 Youth Sport and Concussions, Protecting Young Minds
In this eye-opening episode, Trent Pirihi, Owner and Head Strength Coach of inner Athlete speaks with renowned neuroscientist Professor Alan Pearce about concussions and their ripple effects on the brain.From the short and long-term cons...
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Episode 112
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29:56
Ep. 111 The Science of Dryland Training: Periodisation, Injury Prevention, and Peak Performance for Swimmers
In this follow-up episode, Trent and Wisconsin University's Billy Breider dive even deeper into the world of strength and conditioning for swimmers. They explore the science behind dryland training, periodisation strategies, injury ...
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Episode 111
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13:09
Ep. 110 Wisconsin's Unique Approach to Maximising Training for Swimmers
Join host Trent as he sits down with Billy Breider to dive into the unique strength and conditioning philosophy at the University of Wisconsin. They’ll explore the training methodologies, athlete development strategies, and pe...
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Episode 110
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19:54
Ep. 109 Optimizing Performance for Young Athletes in Junior Cheerleading
Trent is joined by Emma from Bullet Allstars Cheerleading, where she’s a senior coach and manager with a wealth of dance and cheerleading experience.In this episode, they dive into the biggest challenges young cheerleaders face and how p...
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Episode 109
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28:21
Ep. 108 - Unlock Your Golfing Potential: An Osteopath's Tips for Peak Peak Performance
In this week's episode, Trent sits down with osteopath Shane Campbell, a seasoned expert with experience working in professional golf and treating athletes from various sports. Together, they dive into the secrets of helping golfers...
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Episode 108
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26:26
Ep. 107 - Optimising Swimming Performance For Youth Athletes Using The 'Be Activated' Technique
Trent and Billy dive back into their conversation about the strategies strength and conditioning coaches and swim coaches can use to elevate swimming performance. They explore the powerful 'Be Activated' technique, highlighting its impact on br...
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Episode 107
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24:34
Ep. 106 - Key Ingredients of Athlete Development in Optimising Youth Swimming Success
Trent speaks with Billy Zebra, who works alongside Trent with the Melbourne Swimming Club physical preparation program. They recently had success at the state championships beating a 10-year drought against a rival club. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 106
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27:00
Ep. 105 - Top Tips from a Sports Nutritionist for Enhancing Youth Athletes' Diet and Performance
Trent teams up with Sports Nutritionist and Educator, Ange Alexandrakis, to dive deep into the nutritional needs of young athletes at every stage of their development. They explore the powerful social influences shaping young people’s relations...
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Season 4
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Episode 105
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21:08
Ep. 104 - Optimizing Your Child's Sports Performance with Nutrition
In this episode, Trent speaks with teacher and sports nutritionist, Ange Alexandrakis. With experience working with youth and also with chronic health issues - Ange has the expertise and knowledge to guide young people and their parents into ma...
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Season 4
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Episode 104
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17:20
Ep. 103 - The Important Role of Parents in Maximising AFL Junior Football Success
In this episode, Trent and Dean dive deeper into the role of AFL Youth Athlete Programs in enhancing junior football performance. They explore how parents can play a pivotal role in supporting their children's athletic development and maximizin...
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Season 3
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Episode 103
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18:44
Ep. 101 - How AFL Youth Athlete Development Programs Maximise Your Child's Sports Potential Pt. 2
In this week's episode, Trent and Dean dive deeper into the advantages of youth athletes taking part in AFL youth development programs. They explore the critical role of running in enhancing AFL performance while reducing the risk of injury.&nb...
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Season 3
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Episode 101
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11:50
Ep. 102 - The Gap in Exercise Science Education: Why Universities Are Failing in Preparing Graduates
In this week’s episode, Trent speaks with renowned strength and conditioning coach Christian Woodford exploring the challenges faced by university graduates entering the strength and conditioning field. While many come out with solid academic k...
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Season 3
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Episode 102
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26:56
Ep. 100: Inner Athlete Podcast: Milestone Moments from 100 Episodes
In this special milestone episode, Trent and Dave recap their key learning lessons over the last 2 years and 100 episodes of the Inner Athlete Podcast. They discuss the origins and conception of the podcast, what the early topics in...
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Episode 100
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36:29
Ep. 99 - Protecting Young Athletes: Strategies for Knee Injury Prevention and ACL Recovery
Trent speaks with renowned strength and conditioning coach Christian Woodford, who brings over a decade of invaluable experience in athletic training.Together they explore the crucial role of exposing youth athletes to diverse movements...
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Episode 99
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20:14
Ep. 98 -How AFL Youth Athlete Development Programs Maximise Your Child's Sports Potential
In this week’s episode, Trent teams up with Dean Jones, a passionate Australian Rules Football coach with over 10 years of experience working with both junior and elite athletes!Join them as they dive into the world of external football ...
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Episode 98
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24:16
Ep. 97 - Youth Athletic Success: Breaking Barriers and Building Foundations with Christian Woodford
Join Trent as he sits down with renowned Australian Strength and Conditioning Coach, Christian Woodford, to explore the dynamic world of junior athlete development.With over a decade of expertise under his belt, Christian has become a pi...
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Season 3
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Episode 97
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31:32
Ep. 96: Cultivating Success in Young Swimming Athletes
In this week’s episode, Trent is joined by Billy Zebra, the newest coach at Inner Athlete.Billy has five years of coaching experience in Australian Rules Football, surfing, and high-performance swimming.Trent and Billy explore their coa...
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Season 3
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Episode 96
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44:50