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The Empowered Performance for Curlers Podcast
A space for the competitive curler or coach looking to take ownership of their training & performance. An educational & empowering platform sharing with you the tools to succeed in the sport we love from leading experts, athletes & coaches. Empowered Performance is dedicated to helping curlers move better, so that they can compete & train pain free. The materials contained in the Empowered Performance for Curlers Podcast are for general health improvement recommendations only and are not…
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Episode 98: Making Curling Practice More Purposeful with Chrono Curl
How do you know if you're actually improving when you practise curling? Practice is important, but getting meaningful feedback can be challenging, especially…
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Episode 97: How to Get Your Body Ready for Curling After a Break
Curling starts soon… and you haven't done much to prepare? Don't panic, you're not behind. In this episode, I break down why the first game back after a break…
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Episode 96: High school curling athlete summer guide
What should high school curlers actually be doing during the off-season? In this episode, I share my own journey from a high school curler who wanted bigger…
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Episode 95: The 5 Elements Every Curler's Offseason Program Needs
What should curlers actually be doing in the offseason? With so much conflicting fitness advice online, it can be hard to know what matters most. In this…
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Episode 94: Q&A on Training, Competing & Curling Through Pregnancy
In this episode, I'm diving into a side of curling we don't talk about enough: training and competing during pregnancy. Over the past few years, we've seen…
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Episode 93: Why most curlers plateau (and how to fix it)
Most curlers don't plateau because they've hit their limit, they plateau because their training isn't set up to move them forward. In this episode, I break…
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Episode 92: March 2026 Month in Review
March 2026 Recap: Offseason Shift, Fundamentals & Where to Start This month's recap is all about the limbo season when we start to wrap up the competitive…
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Episode 91: February 2026 Month in Review
February 2026 Recap: Certification, TV Curling & What's Next This is the first episode in a new monthly format; a short and sweet recap of what's been…
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Episode 90: How to actually improve balance in your delivery
Most curlers are chasing better balance, but many are chasing the wrong thing. In this episode, we break down what real balance looks like in the curling…
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Episode 89: Holiday Survival Guide
Worried about losing progress over the holidays? You're not alone — but time off the ice doesn't have to set you back. In this episode, we break down a simple…
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Episode 88: Mental Health Meets High Performance with Sarah Wilkes
In this episode, I'm joined by World Champion curler, mom, and Registered Psychotherapist Sarah Wilkes, who brings a rare and valuable dual perspective to the…
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Episode 87: Val Sweeting on Mastering the Mind with Hypnosis
In today's episode, I'm joined by world-class athlete and certified hypnotist Val Sweeting. We talk about how hypnosis supported her during the intense bubble…
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Episode 86: The role of a 5th player
In today's episode I walk you through my thought process around what it means to be a great 5th player on a successful curling team. I give you my experience…
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Episode 85: SMART sweeping
Today's episode dives into the intricacies of sweeping that not a lot of people pay attention to. When discussing who is the best sweeper the argument often…
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Episode 84: Safe Supplements with Nina Walker
Today's episode I have Nina Walker back on the podcast talk about how to safely navigate the world of nutrition supplements; whether you are an elite athlete…
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Episode 83: Myofunctional therapy for you and your family with Chantal Duhaime
Today's episode I get to chat with Chantal Duhaime from Airways Myo. Chantal gives us insight into what myofunctional therapy is and how it can help you and…
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Episode 82: Curling for Beginners & Improvers with John Robertson
In today's episode I interview the author of Curling for Beginners and Improvers. John Robertson gives us insight into what inspired him to write this book…
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Episode 81: How to get the most out of practicing alone
Today's episode outlines the pros and cons and ways to maximize your time during a solo curling practice. I give you a list of devices to help you reach your…
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Episode 80: Sofia Mabergs on team dynamics, sweeping & training for curling
In today's episode I am joined by Sofia Mabergs who shares snippets from her journey to the top of women's curling with Team Hasselborg. We touch on the…
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Episode 79: Lean Curling on evidence based practice standards & crazy sweep tests
Today's episode features English researcher and curler Jotham Sugden. We talk about his mission with his website www.leancurling.com centring around curling…
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Episode 78: April 2024 Q&A and Case Study
In this episode I answer questions such as: Best workout for improving stability and power for peel weight Should I pull back in the curling delivery? What…
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Episode 77: 'Finding your best' with Emily Riley
In today's episode I am joined once again by Mental Performance Consultant Emily Riley. She walks us through the fundamentals of mental performance training…
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Episode 76: Nina Walker Nutrition on eating for physical & mental performance
In today's episode I am joined by Nina Walker, a performance nutritionist who oversees the nutrition support for British Curling. The bulk of this episode…
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Episode 75: March 2024 Q&A and Case Study
In this episode I answer questions such as: What are the best off ice exercises for sweeping training? What are some important tips for skips in the off ice…
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Episode 74: Elements of a curling specific offseason training program
In this episode I provide a framework with which to put together your own offseason training program. I help you plan and organize what, when and why you will…
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Episode 73: Fundamentals of movement for optimal training & curling
How to breath well, move well, manage your nervous system, train hard, recover harder and maximize your efforts in the gym. In this episode I preview 6…
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Episode 72: February 2024 Q&A and Brushing Case Study
In this episode I answer questions around topics such as: Returning to sport after injury, How to run an end of season debrief, How to find more control in…
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Episode 71: January 2024 Q&A and Case Study
In this episode I answer questions such as: How to manage setbacks after an injury, Who is the best sweeper, What happens during those between end meetings, &…
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Episode 70: How to get back to training after being sick
Save this for the next time you're sick, lacking motivation, or need some help finding your way back to regular training. In this episode I go through a…
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Episode 69: Considerations for 1st year curlers -part 3: for the teammates
If you have ever played on a curling team with a new curler, this episode is for you: Tips and tricks to help you support and encourage new curlers as they…
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Episode 68: Considerations for 1st year curlers -part 2: for coaches
If you're involved in Learn to Curl programs or find yourself in a coaching role helping fresh curlers navigate the curling world this episode is for you: Tips…
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Episode 67: Understanding the pebbled surface we play on with Frazer Shaw Part 2
Frazer Shaw is back to give us more insight into what is happening with that cold and pebbled surface we love to play on. He answers questions such as 'what is…
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Episode 66: Considerations for 1st year curlers -part 1: for the athletes
If you're new to the curling world this episode is for you: Tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your first few years. These are the things that can…
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Episode 65: 5 Reasons why you aren't a better brusher
75% of what a front end is responsible for is sweeping related, and yet our practices don't reflect that. In my experience helping curlers improve their…
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Episode 64: How to workout during the curling season
The best curling athletes are in the gym training year round. This statement scares some coaches because their main priority in season is to perform well on…
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Episode 63: Gaining an appreciation for ice making with Frazer Shaw -Part 1
In today's episode I am joined all the way from Scotland by Frazer Shaw, the Assistant Manager of Curl Edinburgh. He shares with us his learnings about making…
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Episode 62: Small habits that add up to help you get sh!t done
In today's episode I talk about how a focus on the teeny tiny process goals help you reach your bigger performance and outcome goals faster. I give you 8…
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Episode 61: How to measure intensity
In today's episode I discuss how to measure intensity using a 1-20 subjective RPE. I take the time to describe the different elements such as subjective…
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Episode 60: Accountabilities give you wins
In today's episode I walk you through the importance of focusing on small weekly goals and celebrating progressive 'wins' to help make your on and/or off ice…
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Episode 59: How to get the most out of each practice
In this episode I go over some of the reasons why that technique adjustment is hard to do or doesn't stick in games, and of course some things to consider as…
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Episode 58: Laziness is a habit, but rest is a priority; with Emily Riley
In today's episode I have Emily Riley, a mental performance coach back on the podcast to talk about managing missing a workout (or 2 or 3). How do you know if…
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Episode 57: How to use your RHR to manage performance
What if you could easily make adjustments to your training and recovery practices to help keep you fit and healthy, adapt to your activities and be prepared to…
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Episode 56: Core training for everyone with Erica Friedman
In today's episode I am joined by in-person and virtual Personal Trainer and fellow Empowered Performance Academy member Erica Friedman. Erica shares her…
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Episode 55: Should you 'toe out' during the curling delivery for more balance?
In today's episode I answer an IG fan question about how to turn your toe out during the delivery to get more stability in the slide. I will teach you some…
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Episode 54: Owning the position and creating force during brushing
In today's episode we discuss a common issue when it comes to becoming a better brusher. Everyone knows we want to apply more force during the sweep. But not…
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Episode 53: 6 Habits Elite Athletes Demonstrate in the Offseason
In today's episode I go through my list of top 6 habits that all elite curling athletes demonstrate on their path to becoming and staying great. These…
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Episode 52: Part 2 with Emily Riley -Working on your Mental Game
In today's episode I have Emily Riley back on the podcast to talk about her Total Athlete program and answer some fundamental questions about what mental…
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Episode 51: 5 Tips to Make Training Easier
In today's episode I share 5 tips that will make your training journey easier. These are things that I've learned through experience, and habits I encourage my…
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Episode 50: Trust the Process with Brad Thiessen
In today's episode I am joined by Brad Thiessen who shares his journey as one of Canada's top front-enders. Brad shares how he believes improving his fitness…
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Episode 49: Limbo Time & Types of Rest
Today's episode is all about helping you set an intention for the "limbo time" between the end of one curling season, and the beginning of your off ice…
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Episode 48: Sassy Hips and Energy Leaks for both Runners and Curlers with Alison Marie
In today's episode Alison Marie, PhD and I go into detail about how and why the organization of our internal organs can and will influence how well we move…
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Episode 47: 3 keys to "motivation" and building confidence with Emily Riley
In today's episode I am joined by mental performance consultant and National level athlete Emiley Riley. We have a great conversation about the definition of…
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Episode 46: Laura Walker on Pregnancy, Return to Curling & Mom Life on the Road
In today's episode I am joined by Laura Walker who shares her learnings as a curler managing life, training and competition while pregnant. Laura shares her…
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Episode 45: 5 Tips for an Efficient Curling In-Season Recovery Plan
Here are my 5-tips for an efficient curling in-season recovery plan, so that you can have control of your priorities in-season and leave most of your mental…
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Episode 44: A Conversation with Curling Canada's Strength Coach Kyle Turcotte
In today's episode I am joined by Kyle Turcotte who shares his learnings from working with Canada's top athletes; with both Olympic and Paralympic dreams. We…
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Episode 43: Innovation & Attention to Detail, with Paralympian Jon Thurston
In today's episode I am joined by Jon Thurston, a competitive curler and adaptive water skier. Jon and I chat about his journey as an athlete, his experience…
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Episode 42: Brushing On Off Interval
Brushing isn't always just head down and GO. We are often called on and off throughout a shot, and that's exactly what this interval is helping prepare you…
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Episode 41: Sweep to the Button
This interval workout will walk you through up to 10 brushing intervals, including a visualization of a draw to the pin for the win! The interval includes time…
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Episode 40: Brushing Tabata Interval
A true tabata is hard work and completed in only 4 minutes. You will work HARD for 20 seconds, and rest for only 10 seconds, for a total of 8 rounds. If you…
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Episode 39: Warmup Essentials for Every Curler
In today's episode I walk you through the 5 steps you should take to prepare your mind and body to step on the ice. Everyone warms up, it's either before the…