E119 | Beyond the Boundary Line | John Gloster

Send us Fan MailWhat if you could boost your performance and extend your career by simply focusing on fitness and mental resilience? Our latest episode features John Gloster, a world-renowned sports physiotherapist and sports scientist, who has been a monumental influence on Indian cricket for nearly two decades. John shares his journey from Australia to India, revealing the principles he upholds in treating athletes and his experiences working with legends like Ganguly, Tendulkar, and Dhoni. He talks about his academic background, professional beginnings, and how living in Mumbai shaped his outlook on sports therapy and the dynamics of cricket in India.John takes us through the evolution of cricket fitness culture, providing insights from his time at the Australian Institute of Sport, various sports bodies in Australia, and Surrey County Cricket Club in England. He recounts his role in building Bangladesh's cricket team's medical support services and his impactful transition to Indian cricket in 2004. John discusses the importance of durability and longevity in sports, the transformative rise of T20 cricket and the IPL, and how technology like wearable devices has revolutionized modern training. By comparing the physical demands of T20 cricket with other sports, John offers unique perspectives on enhancing player performance and fostering teamwork in cricket.Managing pressure in high-stakes games, the intersection of corporate performance and athletic recovery protocols, and essential fitness tips are just a few of the rich topics we explore. John emphasizes the need for a supportive environment, both physically and emotionally, and shares his philosophy on mental resilience, inspired by the late Shane Warne. We also touch on the significant role of experienced players and mental conditioning coaches in creating a positive atmosphere. John leaves us with a powerful message: true inspiration and change come from discovering and sharing our unique gifts for the greater good, aiming to drive systemic, large-scale change in Indian sports and beyond.Have you purchased the copy of Inspire Someone Today, yet? - Give it a go geni.us/istbookAvailable on all podcast platforms, including, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify