Episode 104

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20th Mar 2025

#104 – Grant Jenkins: Outworking the Competition, Embracing Change, and Knowing Your Health

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Episode Summary: 


In this episode of the Sport Is Life podcast, host Ian Hawkins speaks with high-performance coach Grant Jenkins about a transformative approach to coaching. Moving away from punishment and discipline, Grant emphasises the power of fostering a supportive and empowering team environment. He shares insights on how a softer, more involved coaching style can lead to better player development, stronger team culture, and long-term success.  


Learn how to create an environment where athletes thrive without fear and where motivation comes from within. 


About the Guest: 


Grant Jenkins – director 


Grant is both a Strength & Conditioning Coach & an Exercise Physiologist. 


He can help you with your Performance and your Health. 


Grant specialises in coaching developmental athletes. 


Recently, he received the distinguished recognition of being awarded ‘Master Coach’ by the Australian Strength & Conditioning Association – the highest level of qualification in Australia. 


Grant brings the same High Performance mindset that elite and developmental athletes have trained under for those who want to lose fat, gain muscle or just get fitter. 


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About the Host:  


Ian Hawkins, host of "Sport Is Life," is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.  


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It's More Than Just A Game
The Sport Is Life podcast explores how sport can positively change your life. Join us as we delve into the powerful life lessons that sport teaches you, lessons that can be applied to every aspect of your life. Host Ian Hawkins shares wisdom and insights gained from a lifetime of experience as an athlete, husband, father, PE teacher, community volunteer, manager at Fox Sports and a performance coach to elite athletes, business owners, corporate leaders, and other coaches. Tune in to hear how sports can provide the tools you need to excel in your personal and professional life. From practical advice to heartfelt stories, the "Sport Is Life Podcast" is your guide to unlocking the potential within you through the power of sport.

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Ian Hawkins, host of "Sport Is Life," is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.