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47 minutes
Guest interviews
English
Australia
17 episodes
since May 21, 2020
episodic

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More than 20 years in fitness, a PhD, countless lessons — and plenty that didn't go to plan. Dr Luke Del Vecchio shares the experiences that shaped his career and why, after two decades in the industry, he says he's still learning.

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What makes a great coach? It's more than just technical knowledge. In this episode, Hays Daewoud sits down with Tony Kiss from The Human Repair Shop to explore the importance of communication, connection and professionalism in coaching. They discuss practical strategies for improving presentation s…
Shoulder injuries are common among athletes, particularly those involved in swimming, combat sports and repetitive overhead activities. But what does the research actually tell us about preventing these injuries? In this episode of the Australian Combat & Exercise Podcast, host Dr Luke Del Vecc…
In this episode, Dr Luke Del Vecchio sits down with PhD researcher and dietitian Christopher Oliver to discuss one of the most misunderstood areas in health and exercise science: body composition assessment. Chris shares insights from his PhD research comparing DEXA, bioelectrical impedance analysi…
This interview provides an in-depth exploration of the principles that underpin the Technical Lifting system. Through practical examples and coaching insights, Dr Luke Del Vecchio and Shannon Green discuss how movement competency, assessment, exercise progressions, biomechanics, and coaching experi…
In this episode, Dr. Luke Del Vecchio speaks with Daniel Sullivan about his PhD research on hard martial arts interventions for older adults. They discuss the motivations and recruitment strategies for older adult participants, highlighting the importance of fun, play, and flexible payment plans. …
Australian Combat & Exercise's head of strength & conditioning and head of sports science discuss the benefits of martial arts training for strength, in particular for older adults. This forms part of our new course, Fighting Falls: Falls prevention and fitness for older adults.
Join us in this captivating episode of the Ace Podcast, where we have the honour of hosting Ziad Zakaria, affectionately known as Zak, the Principal of the Frank Dando Sports Academy in Melbourne. This episode offers a profound insight into how martial arts, coupled with targeted educational approa…
The Intersection of Martial Arts and Mental Health: Insights from Dr. Brian Moore" In this episode of our "Combat Exercise Podcast," we delve deep into the fascinating intersection of martial arts and mental health with our esteemed guest, Dr. Brian Moore from Charles State Universi…
Join us in this compelling episode as we delve into the fascinating world of boxing as a therapeutic regimen for Parkinson's disease. In our interview with Professor David Blacker, the Perron Institute Medical Director, and a person living with Parkinson's himself, we explore the fascinating result…
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