Simonster is a world leader in bodyweight training. Starting gymnastics at an early age, Simon became passionate about mastering control of the body and immersed himself in the world of bodyweight strength training. Expanding his skillset with training in martial arts, circus, and breakdance, his movements and teachings reflect a mixture of knowledge from each of these disciplines.
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Highlights from the episode:
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- How he started as a physio
- The type of cues he uses when he gives feedback to athletes
- How he does programming
- His favorite movie TV series or books that impacted him
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Connect with Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonsterstrength/
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https://www.youtube.com/user/simonataa
https://www.strongerbyscience.com/mass/
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#138  - Simon Ata, Founder of Simonster

Alex is the High-Performance Manager of the Illawarra Hawks in the NBL. He has almost 20 years of experience in elite sport bringing a background in both strength and conditioning training and exercise physiology. Before the Hawks, he was the Head Strength & Power coach of the North Melbourne Kangaroos and Brisbane Lions. Alex has also worked in the States as a High-performance manager of the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator at the US Ski Team.
 
Highlights from the episode:
 
- Applying the Australian model to programming workouts for 7-foot basketball players
- Common processes for getting a full-time contract in elite sport
- How Alex manages his schedule that can have 7 games in 10 days in 6 different cities
- The common trend most world-class athletes have
- Important skills for S&Cs or physios in rehab roles for long-term injury
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- Lachlan Penfold
- Aaron Murphy
- Troy Flannigan
- Jonas Segal
- Bill Knowles
- Majak Daw 
 
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#166 - Alex Moore The Demands of working as a Strength & Conditioning Coach in the NBA

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#166 - Alex Moore The Demands of working as a Strength & Conditioning Coach in the NBA

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