The Top Tier Footballer

The Top Tier Footballer

Football , Functional Training, Power Sports , Field Sports, Strength & Conditioning, Mobility
Coach
Robbie Turnbull

The Top Tier Footballer  is the most comprehensive training approach to master your skills and improve your performance as an AFL footballer. The program is designed to target 3 crucial aspects of any AFL footballer’s dream, they are...

1.) Performance

Train the way you want to play, and reach your true on-field potential.

2.) Mitigate Injury Risk

Bulletproof your body, and become a more resilient and robust athlete.

3.) Enhance Physiological Capabilities & Attributes

Build explosive full-body speed, power and strength to enhance your on-field performance, whilst maximising upper-body armour and aesthetics.

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On-Field Performance
Train the way you want to play! Take your on-field performance to the next level as you build the physical attributes and characteristics to perform at your best.
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Injury Risk Mitigation
The 3 most common sites of injury in AFL are ankle (Calf/Achilles), Hip (Hamstring, Groin) and head (concussion/lacerations). Whilst, it is virtually impossible to prevent any of these from happening during play, we can however reduce our chances of injury with proper S&C. Our aim is to create a more resilient & robust athlete over time, and keep you available to play at your very best more often.
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Match Winning Speed
Develop the technical skills and physical attributes to generate match winning speed and acceleration.
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Enhance Physiological Attributes
Increase your physical capabilities as a player and heighten individual aesthetics.
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Enjoy Training
Fun, adaptable and ongoing coaching to keep you engaged. Even better, drag a mate along.
Features
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Programming 6 days per week
Weekly Strength & Conditioning Program for the everyday AFL player.
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Cognitive Skill Development
Game Day Imagery, Pump Up Techniques, Craft Session, Vision Day, Game Analytics.
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Growing Community
A community of Players looking to better themselves and the teams they represent. A great way to socialise and network with like minded individuals.
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Easily accessible and affordable coaching brought to you on a user friendly app. Track your results and become a better athlete today.
Equipment
Required
Access to Track or Field
Recommended
Contemporary Gym Facility/Membership
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Sample Week
I will write fresh programming weekly. You’ll get notifications when they’re ready
Sunday
Mobility 

A

Full Body Mobility Circuit

Monday
Mobility Mondays & Resilience

A1

Assault Bike

1 x 5:00

A2

Foam Roll

1 x 1

A3

Hip Mobility - V3

1 x 1

B1

Banded Ankle Dorsiflexion Mobilization

2 x 1 @ 60

B2

Soleus Calf Raise

2 x 12

B3

Copenhagen

2 x 15

B4

SL LL GB Hold - W Hip iso 45

2 x 1 @ 45

B5

Arnold Curl to Press

2 x 8

B6

Pec Dec

2 x 12

Tuesday
In-Season Strength 1

A1

SkiErg

1 x 2:00

A2

Single Leg Wall Sit

2 x 1 @ 25

A3

KB Leg Lifts

2 x 10

A4

1/2 Turkish Get Up

2 x 5

A5

Multi-Directional Pogos

2 x 20

B1

Box Squat - Mid range

3 x 3 @ 85 %

B2

Kneeling Jumps

3 x 3

C

SL Landmine RDL

3 x 8

D1

BB Bench Press

8, 6, 4, 3, 2, 1, 1 @ 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100 %

D2

Single Arm Rotational Row

3 x 8

E1

SA Horizontal Tricep Extension

3 x 10

E2

Banded Dead bug - Top Lock

3 x 12

E3

Counter Weight Lateral Lunge

3 x 8

Tuesday
Acceleration - Try add before training 

Prep

A

Ramp Warm Up

RAMP WARM UP Raise: Jog a lap Activate: 20m of the following: Lunge & Reach Overhead, arabesque, sumo squats, side shuffle each way. Mobilise: Scorpions x 10, Glute Bridges x 10, Hip Swivels x 10 e/s, Calf Pumps x 30, Potentiate: 10m of the following: pogo jumps, high knees, A-Skip, 70% 20m dash, 80% 20m dash. REST 2-3 MINUTES BEFORE ENTERING POSTURE & PATTERNS

B1

Wall March

3 x 3

B2

Leaps & Bounds

3 x 1 @ 20

B3

Half-Kneeling (First Step) MB Throw

3 x 3

C1

Sled Push

2 x 10

C2

Sprint - Half Kneeling Start

2 x 1 @ 20

Wednesday
Maximal Linear Velocity

RAMP Warm Up

A

Ramp Warm Up

RAMP WARM UP Raise: Jog a lap Activate: 20m of the following: Lunge & Reach Overhead, arabesque, sumo squats, side shuffle each way. Mobilise: Scorpions x 10, Glute Bridges x 10, Hip Swivels x 10 e/s, Calf Pumps x 30, Potentiate: 10m of the following: pogo jumps, high knees, A-Skip, 70% 20m dash, 80% 20m dash. REST 2-3 MINUTES BEFORE ENTERING POSTURE & PATTERNS

B1

A-Skip Switches

2 x 1 @ 20

B2

OH A-Skip Switches

2 x 1 @ 20

B3

Linear Pogo Jumps

2 x 1 @ 20

B4

Leaps & Bounds

2 x 1 @ 20

B5

Scissor Kicks

2 x 1 @ 20

C

Sprint

3 x 70

D

Tempo Runs

2 x 10 @ 85

E

Fast Hands

1 x 1

F

Goal Kicking

1 x 20

G

FULL DEMO - TIK TOK

1 x 1

Thursday
In-Season Dynamic Power 1

A1

SkiErg

1 x 2:00

A2

Running Man Holds

2 x 1 @ 25

A3

Adductor rocks

2 x 8

A4

Banded ITY's

2 x 6

A5

Hurdle Jump(s)

2 x 3

B1

BB Hang Power Clean

3 x 3 @ 65 %

B2

BB Squat Jumps

3 x 3 @ 30 %

B3

SL Continous Bounds

3 x 1

C1

SL Calf Raise - Overcoming Isometric

3 x 1 @ 15

C2

Iso Hip Hold w Switch

3 x 6

D1

SA Banded Split Jerk

3 x 3

D2

Chin Ups - Controlled

8, 6, 4

E1

Dual Rope Plank Press

2 x 8

E2

Hanging Knee Raises

2 x 12

E3

Short Lever Hip Drops (coppenhagens)

2 x 10

Friday
Prime Session

A1

Assault Bike

1 x 2:00

A2

Isometric Lunge Hold

2 x 25

A3

Prone Scorpion

2 x 5

A4

Force Velocity Curve - Intro

1 x 1

B1

Split Stance Isometric Pull

2 x 1 @ 7

B2

DB Jump Lunge

2 x 4

B3

Tuck Jumps for height

2 x 5

B4

Band Assisted Alternating Jumps

2 x 4

Saturday
Game Day

A1

Foam Roll

1 x 1

A2

RAMP Protocol

1 x 1

B1

Arousal Regulation

1 x 1

B2

Glycemic Index & Load

1 x 1

B3

Caffeine Into

1 x 1

C1

Ted Talk - Sports Psychology

1 x 1

C2

Mental Imagery 1

1 x 1

C3

Listen to the best

1 x 1

C4

Imagery/Pump up AFL

1 x 1

D

Game Day Tunes - Fatboy Slim

1 x 1

Coach
coach-avatar Robbie Turnbull

A passionate Sports & Exercise Scientist, currently playing & coaching the sport of AFL. Playing History (NTFL, VFL, WAFL, MPNFL, TAC/NAB) Coaching History: Rowville Sports Academy/Rise Health (Senior AFL Intern), Eastern Rangers TAC (Intern), Waratah NTFL (Head Strength & Conditioning Coach), Evolve Fitness NT (PT, COACH), Valhalla Performance (S&C Coach), Balnarring JFC (Specialist Coach).

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FAQs
Is this for In-Season or Off-Season?
Both! This program will follow the typical Australian Football Season schedule of March-October and will then switch to Off-Season programming Nov-Feb. If you happen to be in-season at opposing times i.e (darwin league), then please let me know upon sign up and you will be allocated accordingly.
Can i join if i do not play AFL or if i play another sport?
Yes! Whilst the program is specifically designed to target the sport of AFL, the training objectives would be very similar to any field based sports (eg. Soccer, Rugby). Continually, if you are just looking to become a little more athletic with your training then this is a perfect place to start.
Do i need to complete every session?
No. The program is designed to have some level of personal preference. I.e) Mobility Mondays/Track Days/Priming Session. There is only 2 compulsory sessions in-season, and 3 during the off season.
What if i can't train on the days you have prescribed a session?
The best training program is the one that you can adhere to most. I quite frequently mention this to the group, and so i encourage all our top tier athletes to make the sessions suit their own weekly schedule. We all have different commitments, so find the routine that works best for you.
The Proof
verified-athlete-avatar Bailey Zobel

South Gawler FC

Verified Athlete

"Having suffered from injuries such as osteitis pubis & soft tissue tears, I was looking for a program that would smarten the way I train. I am now 12 months in, & can train/play pain free & at a level conducive of high performance. The program has everything required to be a successful footballer."

verified-athlete-avatar Lachlan Rhook

Trinity Beach Bulldogs > Southport VFL

Verified Athlete

"Highly recommend @toptierfootballer program, it gave me great knowledge and insight to exercises and movements for game like situations and has got me in great shape for this upcoming season. In depth on all aspects from strength-speed-agility-power."

verified-athlete-avatar Arnold Kirby

Waratah FC - NTFL Representative Ruck

Verified Athlete

"The program has made me feel far more confident in my body, allowing me to recover much quicker & get back into lifting earlier in the week. Rob is very professional, & has bettered my understanding of all things health/fitness. He is always willing to help & give advice. Highly recommend to all!"

verified-athlete-avatar Liam Maiden

Old Geelong, VAFA.

Verified Athlete

"The wide range of exercises and movements provided by the top tier footballer is not only beneficial for me as a player, but also adds variety to my weekly training routine. The educational component of the program is also a big tick as it links the training provided to sports science and wellbeing."

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