The Robbie Bourke Podcast

This episode I speak with Dr Valerie Giangrande.  Dr. Valerie Giangrande is a New York based Optometrist and Quantum Biology Practitioner. Dr. Giagrande brings a unique perspective to optometry, specializing in circadian biology, epigenetics and nutrition and their contributions to ocular health.   On this episode we discuss: Valerie's background What was it like for Valerie when she first learned about circadian biology and health How to optimize our eye health through the lens of circadian biology How sunglasses can contribute to sunburn What are Valerie's thoughts on sunscreens? Valerie's thoughts on indoor lighting What health benefits did Valerie experience when she improved her circadian health  Valerie gives her thoughts on chrononutrition  This was agreat discussion with Valerie and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - quantuameyedoc Website - quantumeyedoc   Books mentioned: Lights Out - TS Wiley   Podcasts mentioned: Joe Rogan - The Sleep Loss Epidemic Episode 12: An Interview with Dr. Jack Kruse Episode 194: Dr. Jack Kruse - Light, water, magnetism, mitochondria, and getting your message out there   People and resources Mentioned: Jack Kruse Mattew Walker  Alexander Wunsch Mariana Figuerio   

This episode I speak with Tim Kettering.  Tim Kettenring is a human performance coach and rehab specialist with extensive experience at every level of sport, from developmental to professional, as well as the general population. Tim is the President and Director of Performance for Maverick Human Performance which provides coaching, consulting and education services to coaches, competitive athletes, and everyday athletes around the world.  Tim is widely recognized as a subject matter expert on energy system development for athletes.   On this episode we discuss: Tim's background? What Tim has learned from coaching Rugby Tim's biggest influences We talk energy system development - assessment and prescription Anaerobic vs aerobic vs hydrid subtypes  Aerobic vs alactic development Supplements to aid energy system development This was a great discussion with Tim and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Website - maverickhumanperformance.com   Books mentioned: Ultimate MMA conditioning  Science of Sports Training   People and resources Mentioned: Andy Galpin Kevin Mulcahy Gareth Sandford Joel Jamieson Dave Tenney Boo Schexnayder Chidi Enyia Vern Gambetta Jorge Carvajal Eddie Lee Ian Gibbons Mark Bennett Robert Wright  Pavel Tsatsouline  Yuri Verkhoshanksy George Brooks] Stephen Sieler Charlie Francis  Tim Gabbett James Smith Jonas Dodoo Stu McMillan Dan Pfaff ALTIS Thomas Kurz Jeremy Frisch  Arthur Lydiard Percy Cerutty  AV Hill James Morton James Moran Iñigo San Millán Dan Baker Martin Gibala Mark Uyeyama  Denis Logan St. Mary's University Twickenham - MSc strength and conditioning Dan John Steve Magness Elliott Richardson  Rich Clarke Dan Howells  

This episode's guest is Donie Fox.Donie Fox is an Irish physiotherapist, athletic development coach, and educator committed to advancing human performance through evidence- and experience-based rehabilitation and coaching. As the Founder and Clinical Director of RTP Physio, he is curating a patient-centred, movement-based approach while currently pursuing a Doctorate in Human Performance and Innovation at the University of Limerick. His work spans all levels of sport and is grounded in a commitment to quality, clarity, and care. On this episode we discuss: Donie's background Donie's influences Biggest problems Donie see's with the rehab and performance professions Donie discusses his system for RTP What have been Donies biggest challenges as a practitioner and coach Donie talks about his professional doctorate  Donie gives his thoughts on manual therapy If Donie could have dinner with 5 people, dead or alive, who would he choose and why? This was agreat discussion with Donie and I hope you all enjoy it.   Show Notes: Instagram - doniefox Instagram - RTP Website - rtp.physio   Books mentioned: Polyvagul Theory    People and resources Mentioned: Vern Gambetta Anthony Cunningham GAIN Network Steve Myrland  Tracey Frober Grace Golden Jim Radcliffe  Stu McMillan Gary McGowan John Kiely  Dan Pfaff ALTIS Tommy Brennan Andrew Libbs Bill Knowles Bill Hartman Robert Saplosky  Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) Nadine McCarthy Paul Kilgannon Ellen Walsh SFMA Roy Keane Michael Lewis Steve Magness David Morris Stephen Porges         

Just a solo episode on circadian disruption and metabolic syndrome (MetS).Enjoy.RB

Solo podcast on opposition anlysis for hurling. Enjoy,RB   Articles mentioned: Redefining Strength: High Force Does Not Equal High Load The Force System in Training Resources mentioned: The Coach Analyst course