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The PEAQ Performance Podcast
by PEAQ
The PEAQ Performance Podcast bridges the gap between local and elite levels in health, fitness, and sport. Hosted by industry experts, we dive into health, training, injury prevention, and sports science. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, coach, parent or fitness enthusiast, our insights from top practitioners will elevate your game. Join us as we break down the strategies, habits, and science behind elite success - making high performance accessible to everyone.
Episodes
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Pressure, Anxiety & Performance in Elite Football
In this episode, we sit down with Dylan Pierias from Adelaide United Football Club to discuss the unseen side of professional football. Dylan opens up about his football journey, making his A-League debut at just 16, the pressure of performing in elite environments, and his personal experiences...
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From Adelaide to the World Stage: Inside a Matildas Journey
What does it really take to go from local sport to representing your country?In this episode of PEAQ Performance Podcast, Sean & Jaimi sit down with Matildas footballer Charlie Grant to unpack the real journey behind elite performance - from South Australia to the world stage. We dive into: the...
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Fuel Like an Athlete: Simple Nutrition Strategies That Actually Work
In this episode, Annabelle and Jacqui from AB Performance Nutrition, unpacks the nutrition habits that quietly make or break performance. The conversation cuts through confusion and social media noise to show what actually matters: eating enough, timing food properly, prioritising carbohydrates,...
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Female Athletes, Family, and High Performance: Lessons from the Inside
What’s it really like working in female high performance sport, and how much do we actually know about training female athletes? In this episode, Sean shares his journey across AFLW, national lacrosse, basketball, and NRLW, offering a raw and honest look into the realities of women’s sport - from...
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Being a Generalist in a Specialist World: Rethinking How We Learn In The Digital Era
What separates great coaches from the rest? It might be the realisation that the more you learn, the more you realise you don’t know. In this episode, we sit down with sports scientist and academic Dr. Kym Williams to unpack the journey from the AIS to academia and the lessons learned along the...
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Trust the Process: From 196 Job Applications to High Performance Football
What does it really take to break into pro sport? In this episode, Blake Ashby opens up about his relentless pursuit of opportunity, the conditioning philosophies behind a premiership-winning program, and why clear processes beat flashy programming. A must-listen for coaches, practitioners, and...
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What It Takes Behind the Scenes to Win Overseas
David 'disco' Heyneman joins the Peak Performance Podcast to unpack what it really takes to break into elite sport as a sports physio, and what happens when you get the call with just 7 days’ notice to fly out for an international campaign. From volunteer grind and cut-throat selection politics…
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Beyond JUST Physiology:Leadership & Performance Inside Juventus FC
What does elite performance look like when games come every three days? In this episode, we’re joined by Darren 'Burgo' Burgess, Director of Performance at Juventus Football Club, to unpack the realities of high-performance sport at the very top level. Darren shares what really happens behind the...
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The Business Mistakes We Didn’t See Coming
In this episode, Sean and Jaimi sit down for a candid reflection on the business mistakes they made throughout their journey as gym owners. From misunderstandings around tax and business structure, to early equipment decisions that cost more in the long run, they unpack lessons learned the hard...
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From High Performance Sport to Gym Ownership: Lachlan Wilmot
In this episode, Jaimi and Sean sit down with Lachlan Wilmot, co-owner of Athlete Authority, to unpack the realities of running a high-performance gym and his experience across high-performance sport. Lachlan explores the challenges of gym ownership, the advantages and trade-offs of...
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From Fit-Out to Function: How Xpeed Designed PEAQ 2.0 for Performance & Community
In this episode, Sean and Jaimi unpack the design journey behind PEAQ 2.0, exploring how Paul and Kieran from Xpeed helped transform the gym beyond equipment into a high-performance, community-driven space. Paul and Kieran also share insights into smart gym design, common fit-out mistakes…
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Presence Under Pressure: The Mindfulness Approach with Lewis Hatchett
In this episode, Jaimi and Sean sit down with Lewis Hatchett to delve into the realm of high performance sport by exploring how mindfulness can transform the way we train, perform, and handle stress. Lewis unpacks the art of being fully present in your preparation, why intentional awareness...
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The Balanced Educator: Lessons from Mr Luke
In this episode, we chat with Mr Luke, a popular teacher and education content creator, about his path into becoming a well known social media educator and what motivates him to keep creating meaningful learning experiences in the classroom. Luke also shares how he balances his competing...
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Inside PEAQ: Your Questions, Our Journey
In the final episode of Season 1, hosts Jaimi and Sean sit down to answer your questions straight from the PEAQ community. From sharing their favourite moments at PEAQ to opening up about how they hire and build their team, they dive into the stories, values, and decisions that shape what PEAQ is...
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Leading From the Front: Finding Meaning Through Sport and Service
In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte, a driving force behind PEAQ’s day-to-day operations and a passionate ambassador of its mission. From her first steps into the PEAQ community to representing Australia in Box Lacrosse, Charlotte shares how sport has always been her medicine. She opens…
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From Preparation to Performance: Inside Elite Boxing Pathways
In this episode, we dive into the journey of New Zealand amateur boxer Watene Robertson, exploring his path into combat sports and how strength and conditioning shaped his performance. Watene shares how modern training approaches transformed his physical prep, while Sean discusses finding the...
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Performing on the World Stage: Lessons from Elite Basketball
In this episode, Australian Olympic basketballer Lauren Mansfield shares her inspiring journey through elite sport, including her experience on the world stage. She discusses how she manages a demanding year-round basketball schedule and the challenges that come with it. Lauren also reflects on...
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When Health Reshapes How We Build, Work and Live
In this episode, we sit down with Adelaide’s own nationally recognised architect, Graham Charbonneau - the creative mind behind the innovative design of the PEAQ 2.0 gym. Graham shares his inspiring journey of recovery following open-heart surgery and how it sparked a renewed commitment to health...
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From the Kitchen to the Club: Nutrition, Performance,and Purpose
In this episode, Rocky Oliveira shares his remarkable journey from professional chef to working within the Port Adelaide Football Club. He discusses how his passion for food led him into elite sport, the importance of balancing a demanding schedule while prioritising personal health, and how...
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Health Is Performance: Rethinking Support for Female Athletes
In this episode, Jaimi unpacks the relationship between health and performance in female athletes with guests Bridgette and Velvet. Bridget shares her lived experience managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) as a high-level hockey player and it’s associated challenges, while Velvet offers...
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From Draft Day to Transition: Life Inside and Beyond Elite Football
In this episode, former AFL star Lindsay Thomas shares insights from his journey - from being drafted by North Melbourne to finishing his career at Port Adelaide. He discusses the dedication required to succeed at the elite level, the cultural and personal challenges he faced during and after his...
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Life After the Siren: Reflecting on Career, Health and Hard Decisions
Join Andrew as he reflects on his iconic football career at the Adelaide Crows, shares the health and performance insights he wishes he'd known earlier, and the unexpected end of his successful radio show - revealing how he navigated such a difficult decision.
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Life Beyond the Rink: Balancing Work, Sport and Identity
Tash shares her journey in ice hockey, offering insights into balancing sport, work, and personal commitments, including the unique challenges and growth that come with stepping back from a sport she loves. Her story highlights the importance of resilience, self-awareness, and adaptability in...
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From Setback to Strength: Resilience and Reinvention
In this episode, Stefan Cali shares how adversity fuelled his journey into health and fitness. From battling repeated ACL injuries to losing his business overnight, Stefan’s story is one of resilience and reinvention. He explores how choosing a positive mindset and mastering emotional control can...
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Performance with Perspective: Resilience, Prehab and Mental Health in Elite Sport
Brodie Smith shares how sport brings people together through life’s toughest moments. Brodie reflects on how being proactive with both prehabitation and mental resilience has played a key role in being a stronger and more grounded player. His story is a reminder that even at the elite level,...
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From Elite Athlete to Exercise Scientist
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Chris Rawling to explore his journey from elite athlete to advocate for exercise science. Chris shares how a devastating cycling incident abruptly ended his triathlon career. Instead of letting the injury define him, he turned his passion toward helping...
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Beyond the Surface: Exercise, Body Image & Self-Worth
In episode 2, we take a deep dive into the journey of notable South Australian media personality, Jarrod Walsh. Jarrod’s honesty and vulnerability about his relationship with exercise and body, make this a ‘must listen’ episode. This 30mins will shine a light on the fact that body image issues do...
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Jaimi’s Journey: Building PEAQ & Balancing Life
In this episode, Sean explores Jaimi's inspiring journey, from the origins of PEAQ to balancing university studies in psychology, motherhood, competitive sport, and entrepreneurship—all while navigating life with her dynamic husband, Sean
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Welcome to the PEAQ Performance Podcast
Welcome to the PEAQ Performance Podcast, hosted by Sean and Jaimi Baker, where they dive into what it truly takes to bridge the gap between local and elite performance—both in sport and in life. This isn’t just about elite athletes; it’s about the everyday warriors, from tradies and business…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The PEAQ Performance Podcast bridges the gap between local and elite levels in health, fitness, and sport. Hosted by industry experts, we dive into health, training, injury prevention, and sports science. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, coach, parent or fitness enthusiast, our insights from top practitioners will elevate your game. Join us as we break down the strategies, habits, and science behind elite success - making high performance accessible to everyone.
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The PEAQ Performance Podcast bridges the gap between local and elite levels in health, fitness, and sport. Hosted by industry experts, we dive into health, training, injury prevention, and sports science. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, coach, parent or fitness enthusiast, our insights from top...
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