#46 - Alex Mcveigh AFLW Physio for Adelaide FC by PLPlivechats Podcast published on 2021-06-20T18:06:36Z In Episode 46 of the Prepare Like A Pro Podcast, I am speaking with Alex McVeigh, a Physio at the Adelaide Crows AFLW side. Alex is a sports & exercise physiotherapist from Adelaide and he holds a master’s in advanced Clinic Physiotherapy (Sports) from the University of South Australia. He’s worked at the Adelaide Crows FC as physiotherapist for the past 3 years across the development, SANFL & AFL programs. He also consults clinically with a particular focus on injuries of the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex and lower limb as well as being involved in research projects at the University of South Australia. Highlights from the episode: - Alex's football journey from the start to now - The different demands for female and male athletes - How his mentor Steve Saunders has helped shape his career and how he applies the learnings in his practice - Alex provided insight into his approach to rehabilitating players for AFL football and what preventative measures are important. - His business with Steve Saunders and about their new clinic opening in Melbourne. - The challenge 2020 COVID season brought - Why triple extension exercises are generally overused and what needs more attention in the weights room. - The importance of having an individualized strength & conditioning program for managing past injuries and preventing reinjury - How important work experience is when it comes to working in elite sport People mentioned: - Steve Saunders - Mark Zazzana - Mark Jones - Erin Phillips Alex Mcveigh's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/am.sportsphysio/ Book An appointment: https://bookings.nookal.com/bookings/location/BU28E 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐀 𝐏𝐫𝐨 We're committed to empowering Australian rules footballers and developing strength and conditioning coaches to best practice physical preparation methods. Follow Prepare Like a Pro podcast iTunes: https://bit.ly/Plppodcast Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zrwJEa Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch these live chats, our next guest is: Paul Sealey And if you want to get more involved with our community and make a guest appearance on a future episode join our Academy on Patreon. PLP Academy: https://bit.ly/2TL2Grb Thanks for tuning in and be sure to contact us for any inquiries or to discuss advertising your brand on the Prepare Like a Pro platform Visit: https://linktr.ee/preparelikeapro Genre Sports