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Want to take your sporting performance to the next level? You've come to the right place! Work with Jamie to learn the latest sport science secrets used by professional athletes!

Hey there! Are you a young athlete looking to improve your athletic

performance to get to the next level?
 

My name is Jamie and I was in your shoes many years ago! With desire to become a pro soccer player from the age of 10, I set out to learn as much as I could about improve my athletic performance. I saw this is the key to gaining the edge over my competitors who were often technically and tactically better than me. I LOVED this journey of improvement, discipline and striving to achieve ambitious goals!

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Many years later, after moving states, trialling at pro clubs and several major injuries, I never achieved my goal (See my full journey here). But that did not dampen my passion for sport science! Instead, it has ignited a spark in me to help other young athletes (like you!) learn the latest game-changing sport science strategies to achieve your sporting goals!

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So Let's work together! I want to share EVERYTHING I've learnt from 25 years playing, 6 years teaching and experience studying at the #1 Sport Science school in the world - Deakin University. My keys for success are simple:

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  • Learn the 1%er's - the small but powerful strategies the pro's use that yield BIG results

  • Do the 1%er's - fit these into your routine and do them consistency 

  • Win! -1%er's add up over time to make performance improvement inevitable

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Here's an illustration of the power of 1%er's:

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Drinking a sports drink containing sugars (glucose) within 1 hour post exercise will replenish your glycogen (energy) stores to 100% within 24 hours. HOWEVER, if you wait 2-5+ hours, it'll take 5 days to replenish fully!!! Small changes, BIG difference. 

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Ready to go? go through each of these steps to being your journey to inevitable success!

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How to Avoid the Top 3 Injuries in Sports! Bulletproof Your Body!
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How to Avoid the Top 3 Injuries in Sports! Bulletproof Your Body!

Welcome to "How to Avoid the Top 3 Injuries in Sports! Bulletproof Your Body!" ЁЯФТ Are you tired of being sidelined by injuries while pursuing your passion for sports? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we've got you covered with expert advice on injury-proofing your body to stay in the game and excel in your favorite sports. ЁЯПЛя╕ПтАНтЩВя╕П Join us as we delve into the key strategies to prevent the most common sports injuries affecting ankles, groins, and hamstrings. Our experienced fitness professionals will share practical tips, exercises, and techniques to strengthen these vulnerable areas, allowing you to perform at your best without the fear of setbacks. ЁЯФС Key Highlights: 1я╕ПтГг Ankle Injury Prevention: Discover effective exercises and stability drills to fortify your ankles, reducing the risk of sprains and twists that can keep you on the sidelines. 2я╕ПтГг Groin Injury Avoidance: Learn targeted stretches and strengthening exercises to protect your groin muscles, crucial for athletes engaging in activities that involve lateral movements and sudden changes in direction. 3я╕ПтГг Hamstring Protection: Uncover the secrets to maintaining flexibility and strength in your hamstrings, preventing strains that can hinder your athletic performance. ЁЯМЯ Whether you're a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, this video is packed with actionable insights to help you stay injury-free and elevate your game. Don't let injuries hold you back тАУ watch now and start bulletproofing your body for a safer, more successful sports journey! ЁЯСН If you find this video helpful, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more valuable content on sports performance, fitness, and injury prevention! Let's build a community of athletes committed to staying injury-free and achieving their full potential. ЁЯТк #SportsInjuryPrevention #BulletproofBody #FitnessTips
Game-Day Fuel: Sports Nutrition Strategies for Peak Performance!
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Game-Day Fuel: Sports Nutrition Strategies for Peak Performance!

Welcome to our latest YouTube video, "Game-Day Fuel: Sports Nutrition Strategies for Peak Performance"! In this informative video, we delve into the crucial aspects of sports nutrition tailored specifically for athletes gearing up for game day. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just starting out, understanding the significance of proper nutrition can make all the difference in your performance. Here's what you can expect to learn: Hydration: Discover the importance of staying hydrated before, during, and after your game. We'll discuss the best fluids to consume and how to maintain optimal hydration levels for peak performance. Carbohydrates: Learn why carbohydrates are the primary fuel source for athletes and how to effectively incorporate them into your pre-game meals and snacks. We'll explore the best sources of carbohydrates for sustained energy throughout your game. Protein: Understand the role of protein in muscle repair and recovery. Find out how to include high-quality protein sources in your pre-game nutrition plan to support muscle strength and endurance. Timing: Timing is everything when it comes to sports nutrition. Discover the ideal timing for your pre-game meal and snacks to ensure you're properly fueled and ready to perform at your best when the game begins. Female-Specific Nutrition: Female athletes have unique nutritional needs. We'll discuss key considerations for female athletes, including iron intake, calcium needs, and the impact of menstrual cycles on performance. Join us as we unlock the secrets to optimal performance through targeted sports nutrition strategies. Whether you're a soccer player, basketball enthusiast, or track and field star, this video is your ultimate guide to achieving peak performance on game day. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take your game to the next level with the power of proper nutrition. Watch now and fuel your success!
Winning Game Day: The World's Best Athletes' Sport Science Secrets!
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Winning Game Day: The World's Best Athletes' Sport Science Secrets!

ЁЯМЯ Winning Game Day: The World's Best Athletes' Sport Science Secrets! *** Access full online course here https://www.udemy.com/course/sport-science-for-athletes/ ЁЯПЛя╕ПтАНтЩВя╕П Welcome to "Winning Game Day: The World's Best Athletes' Sport Science Secrets!" In this comprehensive guide to athletic success, we delve into the cutting-edge sport science strategies employed by elite athletes for game day performance optimization. Whether you're an aspiring athlete or a seasoned player seeking that competitive edge, this video uncovers the key tactics for maximizing performance from pre-game preparation to post-game recovery. Here's what you'll learn: Pre-Game Preparation for Peak Performance: Discover the most effective ways to warm up and physically prepare for maximum performance. Learn about tailored warm-up routines and essential exercises designed to prime your body for the challenges ahead. Explore techniques employed by top athletes that optimize physical readiness and mental focus before the game even begins. Mid-Game Strategies and Half-Time Goal-Setting: Uncover the pivotal mid-game approaches utilized by elite athletes. We'll explore halftime goal-setting techniques that help maintain focus, adapt strategies, and set new objectives to ensure peak performance throughout the entire game. Rest, Nutrition, and Recovery Tactics: Recovery is just as crucial as the game itself. Learn the science-backed strategies used by top athletes for rest, nutrition, and post-game recovery. Explore the significance of adequate rest, optimal nutrition, and effective recovery strategies, including insights on nutrition best practices, cold water exposure benefits, and the use of compression garments for faster recovery. Join us as we reveal the secrets that the world's best athletes use to optimize their performance on game day. Dive into this guide to unlock the power of sport science strategies, gaining insights that can elevate your performance and set you apart in your athletic journey. Don't miss out on achieving your peak performance potential! ЁЯЪА Subscribe and turn on notifications for more expert tips on optimizing athletic performance through the latest sport science strategies!** Access full online course here https://www.udemy.com/course/sport-science-for-athletes/
Debunking Sport Myths: Stretching, Compression Garments & D.O.M.S!
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Debunking Sport Myths: Stretching, Compression Garments & D.O.M.S!

Debunking Sport Myths: Stretching, Compression Garments & D.O.M.S! ЁЯФм Welcome to "Sports Science for Young Athletes - Amateur to Pro"! In this enlightening snippet video, we're here to bust some common myths that have been circulating in the world of sports and fitness. ЁЯТк ЁЯзШ Myth 1: Should you stretch before exercise? ЁЯдФ We'll dive into the science behind stretching and whether it's as crucial as we've been told. ЁЯСХ Myth 2: Can compression garments actually improve your athletic performance? ЁЯЪ┤тАНтЩВя╕П Let's dissect the claims and find out if they're worth the investment. ЁЯШл Myth 3: Does stretching after exercise reduce soreness? ЁЯПЛя╕ПтАНтЩАя╕П We'll uncover the truth about post-workout stretching and its impact on muscle soreness. Join us on this journey as we separate fact from fiction, backed by the latest sports science research. Whether you're a young athlete aspiring to go pro or a fitness enthusiast looking to optimize your workouts, this video provides valuable insights you won't want to miss. ЁЯУЪ This snippet is just a taste of what our comprehensive online course, "Sports Science for Young Athletes - Amateur to Pro," has to offer. Don't miss the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of sports science principles and take your performance to the next level! ЁЯФФ Subscribe, hit that notification bell, and give us a thumbs up if you found this video helpful. Share it with your fellow athletes and fitness enthusiasts to help them make informed choices in their training routines. Ready to explore the science behind sports? Click the link below to access the full course and take your athletic journey to new heights! ЁЯМР https://www.udemy.com/course/sport-science-for-athletes/ #SportsScience #AthleticPerformance #DebunkingMyths #YoungAthletes #AmateurToPro #FitnessMyths #Stretching #CompressionGarments #SorenessRelief
Sports Science for Athletes Online Course!
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Sports Science for Athletes Online Course!

Get this course for FREE by using the code WELCOMETOSUCCESS for 5 days only at https://www.udemy.com/course/sport-science-for-athletes/ Are you a young athlete with dreams of getting to the next level in your chosen sport? Are you ready to ignite your potential, elevate your knowledge, and amplify your performance? Look no further! Embark on this journey toward athletic excellence with our online, "Sports Science for Young Athletes - Amateur to Pro! 2023." We are extremely proud and excited to share this knowledge with you and see what you do with it! My name is Jamie De Smit and this is the course I wish I had as a young athlete. I've spent the past 15 years researching, experimenting, studying and now teaching everything I could possibly find on improving athletic performance. This is where I fell in love with sport science. I used to drink Bicarb soda, inhale caffeine tablets and go for 5km runs whilst dribbling a soccer ball: all in the name of gaining an edge. Since then, I've played soccer semi-professionally around Australia and have worked with and learnt form the best in the business! It's time for you to take the next step towards your goals! This course isn't just an education; it's the ticket to your future success. Created in collaboration with leading sports science research and elite-level athletes, it is meticulously crafted to empower young athletes like you to soar to the pinnacle of professional sports. Course Highlights: 1. Foundations of Sports Science: Prepare to unravel the secrets of greatness. Immerse yourself in the heart of sports science, where you'll unearth the profound principles that underpin athletic supremacy. From exercise physiology to biomechanics, and the core tenets of strength and conditioning, you'll grasp how these bedrock concepts are the crucible of your athletic prowess. 1. Myths in Sport: As you journey further, dispel the fog of misinformation and gain a razor-sharp discernment of fact from fiction in the sports world. Equip yourself with the wisdom to make astute decisions about your training, nutrition, and performance strategies. 2. Game Day Strategies: Brace yourself for the art of mental fortitude and game day mastery. Learn to craft your personal rituals that channel your inner champion. Conquer pressure, cultivate pre-game routines, and tame stress to ensure you shine brightest when the world watches. 3. Performance Nutrition: Fuel your dreams with the wisdom of sports nutrition. Craft bespoke nutrition plans to unleash boundless energy, sculpt muscular prowess and expedite recovery. Decode the role of macronutrients and micronutrients in sculpting your athletic destiny. 4. Injury-Proofing: In the crucible of athletic excellence, injuries are mere stepping stones. Arm yourself with the strategies to defy adversity. Discover the art of injury prevention, the path to recovery, and the sanctity of rest and rejuvenation in preserving your peak performance. By the course's conclusion, you will not only be armed with knowledge but also possessed by an unstoppable motivation to apply these strategies and see progress. You will stand on the precipice of greatness, poised to soar toward your dream of becoming a professional athlete. Whether you're a soccer sensation, a basketball prodigy, a track-and-field marvel, or a future star in any sporting arena, "Sports Science for Young Athletes - Amateur to Pro! 2023" is your passport to a legendary career. Enrol today and allow us to transform you from an amateur athlete into a colossus of the professional realm. Your future in sports begins here, where every challenge is a springboard to greatness! Jamie De Smit - Course Creator Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfBXoLuby4xOle-h_FAJpvw/join
Oxygen Deficit, Steady State, and EPOC: Understanding the Relationship Between Oxygen and Exercise
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Oxygen Deficit, Steady State, and EPOC: Understanding the Relationship Between Oxygen and Exercise

Welcome to our YouTube channel! In this video, we'll be discussing the crucial aspects of Oxygen Deficit, Oxygen Debt, Steady State, and Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC) in exercise. Understanding the relationship between oxygen and exercise is fundamental for optimizing fitness and health outcomes. These topics are regularly discussed in senior PE classes and entry-level university courses worldwide. Our partner, @HartSportAustralia, supports this video, and you can find more information about them by visiting https://www.onlinepebuddy.com/partners. We also offer a PowerPoint version of this video, which you can access on https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/P.... You can also find additional resources on our website at https://www.onlinepebuddy.com/. During exercise, the body's demand for oxygen increases, and the respiratory and cardiovascular systems work harder to provide oxygen to the muscles. Steady State is the point during exercise where oxygen supply matches the body's demand, and aerobic metabolism is the primary energy source. Oxygen Deficit occurs during the initial stages of exercise, where the body's oxygen demands exceed the supply, and anaerobic metabolism takes over. Oxygen Debt is the additional oxygen consumption that occurs after exercise to restore the body to its pre-exercise state, while EPOC refers to the additional oxygen consumption after exercise to restore the body to its resting state. Understanding these concepts is fundamental for individuals who wish to improve athletic performance, lose weight, or achieve overall fitness goals. Make sure to use relevant YouTube keywords such as "oxygen deficit," "oxygen debt," "steady state," "EPOC," "fitness," "athletic performance," and "weight loss" to help others find this informative video. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more informative videos on health and fitness!
The Science of Muscle Contractions: Understanding the Sliding Filament Theory
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The Science of Muscle Contractions: Understanding the Sliding Filament Theory

Welcome to PE Buddy with Mr. D! In this video, you will learn about the sliding filament theory, an essential concept for understanding how muscles contract and generate force and movement. This topic is commonly included in senior PE courses around the world and at the entry level of university. This video is brought to you by HartSportAustralia, check out more at https://www.onlinepebuddy.com/partners. You can also get the PowerPoint version of this video, which includes videos, quizzes, and more, at https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Sliding-Filament-Theory-PowerPoint-with-Videos-Quiz-8990289. In this video, you will learn about the history of the sliding filament theory, the anatomy and physiology involved, and how the theory works. You will see examples, diagrams, videos, and a quiz at the end. Here is an overview of what this video covers: Introduction: The sliding filament theory is a model that explains how muscles contract. It describes how actin and myosin filaments interact during muscle contraction. Sliding Filament Theory: The sliding filament theory is the most popular model of muscle contraction developed in the 1950s. It explains how myosin and actin interact to generate force and movement at the microscopic level and the larger scale of individual muscles, joints, tendons, bones, and other tissues. Thick and Thin Filaments: Thick and thin filaments have different shapes. The thick filament is a large mass of myosin molecules bound together into a long rod. It is anchored to the Z disc by M-line proteins, which connect it to the neighboring cell's Z disc via bridges called cross-bridges. Thin filaments are made up mostly of actin but also contain tropomyosin. Tropomyosin: Tropomyosin is a protein that covers the actin filaments in muscle cells. It attaches to calcium ions, allowing muscle contraction when stimulated by an action potential. The structure of myosin cross-bridges and their ability to bind with actin filaments are determined by tropomyosins. Myosin: Myosin is a protein found in muscle tissue that uses ATP to generate mechanical work. This process is necessary for muscle contraction. Actin: Actin is a long, thin strand of protein arranged in pairs that form part of the sarcomere. Conclusion: The sliding filament theory is a popular model that describes how muscles contract. It involves two types of filaments that slide past each other when the muscle contracts, causing it to shorten. While this theory is widely accepted, recent research has shown that it may fall short when explaining some aspects of muscle function. For more information about PE Buddy, visit https://www.onlinepebuddy.com/. Thank you for watching!
Online Course: Learn The Science of Fitness!
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Online Course: Learn The Science of Fitness!

Are you an athlete, sportsperson or student? Then this is the course for you! Check it out https://www.udemy.com/course/the-science-of-fitness/ You'll learn the basic theory behind many of the fitness trends, workouts and programs used today, including: Fitness components -The 11 fitness components - Health and skill-related components Fitness testing - How to test each fitness component Training principles - S.P.O.R.T - specificity, progression, overload, reversibility, tedium - F.I.T.T - frequency, intensity, time, type Training types - Aerobic - Anaerobic - Strength - Flexibility Training methods - Fartlek - Continuous - Interval - Plyometrics - Resistance - PNF - Static - Dynamic Workout design structure - Sets - Repetitions - Rest This course will give you the knowledge and understanding to work both hard and smart when you begin or design your fitness program! Not only will you have the key skills to improve any sport performance or fitness component, you'll also know how to design programs, teach others or pass any test you have in your course. This course is perfect for anyone wanting to learn more about fitness, especially students or people beginning their fitness journey. Who would this course benefit? - Students - PE teachers - Athletes - Sportspeople - Fitness instructors - Personal Trainers - Coaches Why do this course? - Improve your understanding of fitness - Professional development - To pass an upcoming test or exam in school or tertiary education - To prepare yourself for success when beginning your fitness journey - To avoid making common mistakes that effect results Where can this course lead? - Certificate 3 in Fitness - Certificate 4 in Fitness - Diploma in Fitness - Degrees in Sport Science, Physical Education, Health and Exercise Science What similar courses does PE┬аBuddy offer? - Biomechanics for Beginners Online Course https://www.udemy.com/course/biomechanics-for-beginners/ - Anatomy Crash Course https://www.udemy.com/course/anatomy-crash-course/ - Year 12 VCE Physical Education Exam Preparation https://www.udemy.com/course/year-12-physical-education-exam-preparation/ - Sports Nutrition https://www.udemy.com/course/learn-about-performance-nutrition/ Learn more about PE Buddy at https://www.onlinepebuddy.com/
Learn the Glycemic Index & Glycemic Load | What to eat and when for optimal health and performance!
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Learn the Glycemic Index & Glycemic Load | What to eat and when for optimal health and performance!

Welcome to PE Buddy with Mr. D, your go-to resource for all things health and fitness! In this video, we'll be discussing the Glycemic Index and why it's so important for your physical performance and overall wellbeing. The Glycemic Index (GI) is a measure of how quickly carbohydrates in food are converted into glucose and released into the bloodstream. This can have a significant impact on your energy levels, weight management, and athletic performance. By understanding the GI Index, you can make smarter food choices and fuel your body more effectively. In this video, we'll cover: The basics of the Glycemic Index and how it's calculated The difference between high GI and low GI foods, and their effects on the body Glycemic loading, which takes into account the amount of carbohydrates in a particular food How the Glycemic Index can impact your health, weight management, and athletic performance By the end of this video, you'll have a solid understanding of the Glycemic Index and how it can help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Don't forget to leave a comment with any questions or feedback! Want to learn more? Check out our website at https://www.onlinepebuddy.com/ for additional resources and tools to support your health journey. You can also access the PowerPoint version of this video at https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Glycemic-Index-PowerPoint-8459537. Thanks for watching, and stay tuned for more informative videos from PE Buddy with Mr. D!
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