About: Paul Ford
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Sports-preparation professional.
Paul is a leading athletic development and physical preparation coach, with over 20 years experience in the game. He specialises in quality performance, athletic development and fitness/conditioning programs, run-related and multi-sport coaching, injury management and hi-tech (HD) movement analysis.
By applying a highly successful philosophy of synergy and balance, Paul places a strong emphasis on working as an integral part of your team: with you, your coach(es), and medical & sport-science professionals. He’s well known throughout the sports-preparation and sports-medicine fields for his expertise in cutting edge sports-conditioning and injury rehabilitation, with a wealth of running, endurance, training and fitness know-how under his belt.
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A forward thinker in all areas of fitness, sports preparation and training, Paul’s passion and talent for sport conditioning also covers:
- Athletic Intelligence and ‘Smart Training’
- Endurance & Repeat-Effort performance
- Functional biomechanics screening
- Functional strength, power & speed programs
Experience
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| Athletic Development Coach & Director of PFAD 2009 – Present |
Specialising in the art & science of sports preparation, athletic development and fitness training |
| Specialist Speed, Agility and Rehabilitation Coach 2010-2012 |
St Kevin’s College, Melbourne (AFL, rugby, soccer, hockey & tennis) |
| Program Manager 2008-09 |
Munarra Youth Future’s program for the indigenous community of the Goulburn Valley – nurturing kids’ passion for sport, school & family. |
| Conditioning Coordinator 2007 |
Carlton Football Club (Australian Football League). Physical preparation & training program design, implementation & assessment. |
| Secondary school teacher & Sports Coach 1989-91, 2005-06, 2010-12 |
Mount Beauty Secondary College, Mooroopna Secondary College, Shepparton High School: fitness, sports skills and important behavior, values & attitudes through maths, science & physical education. |
| Conditioning Coordinator 1998-2004 |
Melbourne Football Club (Australian Football League). Physical preparation & training program design, implementation & assessment. |
| Strength & Conditioning Coach 1995-98 |
Melbourne Tigers (National Basketball League). Specialist strength, power, agility & endurance training; training load & recovery management. |
| Sport-scientist & Lecturer 1992-95 |
Victorian Institute of Sport through the ‘Sport Science &Fitness Research Unit’ at RMIT. |
| Strength & Conditioning Coach 1993-94 |
Waverley Reds (Australian Baseball League). Specialist strength, speed, power & injury prevention training. |
| Various Athletes 1988-present |
Runners, Athletics, Triathletes, Swimmers, Cyclists, Adventure/Obstacle Racers, Kayakers, AFL, NBL, ABL, Soccer, Tennis, Basketball, Rugby, Squash, Cross-Country Skiers, Aerial Jumpers, Gymnasts, Body-Builders |
Qualifications
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| Level 4 Athletics: Performance Pathway – Middle & Long Distance Coach (Athletics Australia) 2012- |
| Level 2 Athletics: Club & Participation Pathway – Recreational Running Coach (Athletics Australia) 2012- |
| ESSA Accredited Exercise Scientist; Exercise Physiologist, pending (Exercise & Sport Science Australia) 2012- |
| Level 3: Strength & Conditioning Coach (Australian Strength & Conditioning Association) 2003- |
| Strength & Conditioning: National Strength & Conditioning Association (U.S.A.) 2000- |
| Masters of Education (Physical Education) 1992-94 |
| Bachelor of Applied Science (Physical Education) 1985-88 |
| Level 1 Triathlon Coach (Triathlon Australia) 2013- |
Testimonials
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Sport
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In more recent years Paul has run 1:12.13 and 1:15.10 half-marathons. A weekly dose of a tempo run, intervals, rolling hills, and a long run are still his best friends and worst enemies. Casual basketball and regular strength training, cycling and swimming also keep him sane