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n this episode of the Marcus Cope Fitness Podcast, I sit down with AFL premiership coach and leadership expert Paul Roos for an insightful conversation on what it truly takes to build high-performing people, teams, and cultures. We dive into Paul's coaching philosophy, the lessons he learned throughout his incredible AFL career, and how those same principles now help businesses develop exceptional leaders and thriving workplace cultures. Whether you're a coach, athlete, business owner, or aspiring leader, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply straight away. We discuss: Building high-performance culturesLeadership and accountabilityDeveloping trust within teamsLessons from elite sport that transfer to businessThe importance of continuous growth and learningIf you enjoyed this conversation and want to learn more about Paul's leadership programs, be sure to check out Performance by Design, the leadership and culture consultancy co-founded by Paul Roos and Gerard Murphy. Their programs focus on helping organisations build intentional, high-performing cultures through proven leadership systems and coaching. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who wants to become a better leader, coach, or teammate.

🎙️ Episode: Jake Kelly | From AFL to Life Beyond Footy Former AFL defender Jake Kelly joins The Marcus Cope Fitness Podcast for an honest conversation about his journey through elite football. After playing 168 AFL games across Adelaide and Essendon, Jake opens up about the highs and lows of professional sport, the mindset required to compete at the highest level, and what life looks like after retirement. Jake Kelly We dive into his training habits, resilience, lessons learned throughout his career, and his transition into the next chapter of life. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or simply passionate about sport and personal growth, this is an episode packed with valuable insights and genuine stories you won't want to miss.

On this episode, Marcus sits down with Kyle Adnam to dive into his basketball journey, the mindset required to compete at the professional level, and life beyond the game. Kyle shares the highs and challenges of becoming a professional athlete, the discipline and consistency needed to perform at an elite level, and the lessons basketball has taught him throughout his career. The conversation also explores recovery, training habits, leadership, and maintaining balance while competing professionally. The episode also highlights Kyle’s transition into the fitness and performance space with his new training platform, Optimal Training. He discusses the vision behind the app, helping everyday athletes train smarter, and how his professional experience has shaped the programs and coaching philosophy inside Optimal Training. A great episode for basketball fans, athletes, and anyone looking to improve their mindset, performance, and approach to training. To find Kyle: Instagram: @kyleadnam LinkedIn: Kyle Adnam App Store: Optimal Training

Welcome back to another episode on the podcast! Today i am joined by Matt Hodgson who is a former Professional Basketballer and now the Director of People Performance Advisors. We spoke about Matt's journey through his Basketball career, playing in the NBL, overseas and the boomers. Now his post career and what he has achieved since retiring from basketball Lots of take away points, so please enjoy the episode. Make sure you don't forget to subscribe and follow the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Get in contact with Matt. Linkdln: Matthew Hodgson

On today's episode i was joined by Elaine Grigg who plays for the Western Bulldogs in the AFLW. We spoke about her journey, moving from another state, winning premierships, how the AFLW competition is growning and her time at the Bulldogs. Please enjoy. IG-ElaineGrigg

Gee wiz have i got an episode for you today! Also this is the 100th episode, i want to thank all my listeners and the support for the podcast. It's greatly appreciated. Today i am joined by Christan Woodford who is the owner of Woodfords Sports Science, Christan is a highly renewed Strength and Conditioning Coach, he has been in the game for 20 years now. If you want a episode to get you going this is the one! Please enjoy. IG: @coachwoodford @woodfordssc Facebook:Woodfords Sports Science

Great to have Georgia on today’s episode, Georgia’s touches on her journey through Basketball and Football.  -How she juggles both sports and what it takes.  -Winning the Championship with the Bendigo Spirit and what that experience was like.  Thanks for your time today Georgia!  Find Georgia at: IG- @Georgiiabooth Find myself at: IG:@m.cope.fitness Website: www.marcuscopefitness.net Facebook:Marcus Cope Fitness Linkedln: Marcus Cope Youtube Channel: Marcus Cope Fitness

First episode of 2025! On today's episode i am joined by Marianna Tolo, who is a professional basketballer. She is currently playing for the Bendigo Sprint in the WNBL. Marianna has had a great journey and today shares her experience as a player and what it takes to play at the highest level. The set backs she has had and winning that bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics. Enjoy the episode.

On today's episode i am joined by Michael Donehue, who is a Mental health advocate ,Public speaker also has a clothing brand company called Journey Apparel. What an episode! The topics myself and Michael cover, we could of spoken about for days, i know we guys will get loads of information from the show. Michales journey's through his mental health, his job as a educator, speaking in front of people, Mindfulaus, how important physical activity is and his clothing brand. Thanks again Michael, enjoy! _journeyapparel_

Huge episode today! On today's episode i was lucky enough to have Jordan Roughhead on as a guest. Jordan is a former AFL player who played for Western Bulldogs and Collingwood. He is a premiership player with the Western Bulldogs. Jordan is currently the Assistant backline coach at Collingwood. We spoke about his journey in football, 2016 premiership, his coaching position and whats next for him. Enjoy.

Welcome back to today's episode, i am joined by Georgia Bevan who is an Accredited Sports Dietitian. Georgia had some great insights in nutrition for AFL, AFLW and netballers. She works at the Adelaide Football Club, Adelaide AFLW and Adelaide Thunderbirds. Thanks for your time. Find Georgia at: IG-@eclipsefuel Website-https://mailchi.mp/82a124aa1436/meal-planning-made-easy-guide Linkedln-Geogria Bevan

On today's episode i am joined by Cooper Chapman, who was an ex Pro surfer for more than 10 years, Cooper grew up in Narrabeen in New South Wales, Australia. Now Cooper runs his own mental health organisation called the Good Human Factory. Cooper has a great story, Cooper’s interest in mental health was prompted by his father’s bout with depression and the suicide of two family friends. Meditating on a regular basis and practicing mindfulness helps Cooper manage his anxiety and perform at a high level, whether he’s competing in a contest or giving a speech. Lots to unpack in this episode so please enjoy. Find Cooper at: IG- @cooperchapman @goodhumanfactory Website: https://www.thegoodhumanfactory.com/pages/about Podcast: goodhumanpod https://tr.ee/OLgSIHlm9D

On today's episode i am joined by Max Reeves who is a professional Boxer. Max is a Australian Super Middle Weight Champion. We spoke about Max's journey through boxing, how he got into boxing and the passion for it. What a day to day looks like for Max leading up to a fight and pre season. Thanks again for your time Max, enjoy this episode.

On today's episode i am joined by Sabrina Seitz, Sabrina has been involved heavily within the performance/ sporting industry from a young age as she was was an athlete herself and transitioned into the coaching world 5 years ago. Over the past few years Sabrina has dedicated much of my time and undertaken many hours interning and assisting in developing individuals and sporting teams in numerous sports. This includes working with various levels of individuals from junior amateur level to of age national/world athletes. Enjoy the episode and thanks again. Find Sabrina: IG- @sabrinaseitzcoach

On today's episode i am joined by Sean Phillip, who runs The Shaka Project, which is a mental Health Organisation. The project was a side passion project for Sean, that was inspired by my own Mental Health journey that started at the age of 15, and still is part of my life now- 15 years later.  It was a great chat, lots of take away points please enjoy. Find Sean: IG-@theshakeproject Website:https://theshakaproject.com