Phil Merriman discusses his journey into the field of strength & conditioning, starting as a personal trainer + head coach of state Jessie hockey teams for 10 years.
Other topics discussed in this episode:
- Leadership can be developed but isn’t for everyone
- Importance of curiosity and how Phill has recognized this behavior in elite athletes Developing your soft skills from personal training
- Developing presentation skills while he was a head coach
- Importance of having player lead environments rather than staff lead
People mentioned:
- Doctor Peter Brukner
- David Misson
- Darren Burgess David Hale
- Alastair Clarkson
- Andrew Russel
- Anthony Fernon
- Andrew Lambart
- Luke Boyd
- Hal Marsden
- Chris Hink
- John Quinn
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Jack McLean is the founder of Prepare Like a Pro. He loves coaching people so that they can reach their personal/professional goals and become the best that they can possibly be. He is currently the Strength & Rehab Coach of Melbourne Football Club and has worked as Strength & Conditioning Coach at Hawthorn Football Club. Jack is a Level 3 Australian Strength & Conditioning Association and Professional Coach and a Level 1 Australian Weightlifting Federation Coach.
