In today’s episode I walk you through my thought process around what it means to be a great 5th player on a successful curling team. I give you my experience as well as a long list of questions to help you and your team decide if carrying a 5th will work for you, and how exactly do you want that role to look. This is likely my last episode before mat leave -if you’re new to the podcast make sure to scroll through past episodes and sign up for the 4-month curling tips & tricks newsletter sequence to continue to access Empowered Performance info. Love this episode, check these out: Episode 27: Communication is about collaboration Episode 34: 4 exercises to become a better brusher Episode 82: Curling for beginners and improvers To stay as up-to-date as possible, make sure to join the Empowered Performance newsletter and to follow me on Instagram at @empoweredperformance All mentioned resources are available in the show notes on my website at www.empoweredperformance.ca/podcast
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Episode 85: SMART sweeping
Today’s episode dives into the intricacies of sweeping that not a lot of people pay attention to. When discussing who is the best sweeper the argument often centres around effectiveness and power, however top sweepers are not just great because of their physical skill. The best sweepers also know how to manage their energy throughout a game, understand the different paths in the ice and are great at communicating amongst the team. This is where the acronym SMART sweeping comes into play. I go through each element in this episode and provide examples and ways you can practice or at least learn about adding these into your tool belt. I dive into how to master each element of SMART sweeping alongside becoming a more effective, powerful and efficient brusher in The Better Brushing Practice Plan which is available now. See show notes for details. This is likely my last episode before mat leave -if you’re new to the podcast make sure to scroll through past episodes and sign up for the 4-month curling tips & tricks newsletter sequence to continue to access Empowered Performance info. Love this episode, check these out: Episode 80: Sofia Mabergs on team dynamics, sweeping and training for curling Episode 41: Sweep to the button Episode 79: Lean Curling on evidence based practice standards and crazy sweep tests To stay as up-to-date as possible, make sure to join the Empowered Performance newsletter and to follow me on Instagram at @empoweredperformance All mentioned resources are available in the show notes on my website at www.empoweredperformance.ca/podcast
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Episode 84: Safe Supplements with Nina Walker
Today’s episode I have Nina Walker back on the podcast talk about how to safely navigate the world of nutrition supplements; whether you are an elite athlete who might be drug tested in the future, or just a concerned athlete hoping to learn how to make smart choices around what to put in your body. Nina let’s us know what her top 2 supplements are as a Performance Nutritionist, and goes through the pro’s and con’s of some common supplements such as caffeine, protein, and creatine. Make sure to check out her new IG page: @rock_nutrition_for curling specific sport nutrition advice. Love this episode, check these out: Episode 76: Nina Walker Nutrition on eating for physical and mental performance Episode 06: Basic nutrition for curlers Episode 24: PEACE & LOVE not RICE To stay as up-to-date as possible, make sure to join the Empowered Performance newsletter and to follow me on Instagram at @empoweredperformance All mentioned resources are available in the show notes on my website at www.empoweredperformance.ca/podcast
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Episode 83: Myofunctional therapy for you and your family with Chantal Duhaime
Today’s episode I get to chat with Chantal Duhaime from Airways Myo. Chantal gives us insight into what myofunctional therapy is and how it can help you and your family improve your quality of life and the bonus benefits of enhancing performance. Love this episode? Check these out: Episode 03: Shut your mouth -the key to better breathing Episode 32: 5 ways to improve your cardio nobody told you about Episode 48: Sassy hips & energy leaks To stay as up-to-date as possible, make sure to join the Empowered Performance newsletter and to follow me on Instagram at @empoweredperformance All mentioned resources are available in the show notes on my website at www.empoweredperformance.ca/podcast
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Episode 82: Curling for Beginners & Improvers with John Robertson
In today’s episode I interview the author of Curling for Beginners and Improvers. John Robertson gives us insight into what inspired him to write this book, and how he hopes it will help curlers of various abilities take their game to the next level. You can purchase his book in various forms at https://www.curlingbeginners.ca Some episodes that will pair well with this conversation: Episode 66: Considerations for first-year curlers, for athletes Episode 68: Considerations for first-year curlers, for coaches Episode 69: Considerations for first-year curlers, for teammates All mentioned resources are available in the show notes on my website at www.empoweredperformance.ca/podcast To stay as up-to-date as possible, make sure to join the Empowered Performance newsletter and to follow me on Instagram at @empoweredperformance
About The Empowered Performance for Curlers Podcast
A space for the competitive curler or coach looking to take ownership of their training & performance. An educational & empowering platform sharing with you the tools to succeed in the sport we love from leading experts, athletes & coaches. Empowered Performance is dedicated to helping curlers move better, so that they can compete & train pain free.
The materials contained in the Empowered Performance for Curlers Podcast are for general health improvement recommendations only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
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