Episodes
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Motivation to exercise can be hard to maintain, Julia asks: "When will I see results?"
Published 02/06/23
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As debates continue about head injuries in sport, Julia asks: "Why is tackle height changing in rugby?"
Published 01/30/23
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Carb loading, protein shakes and beetroot, Julia asks: "Can food make you faster?"
Published 01/23/23
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As cold and rainy weather leaves many of us in a low mood, Julia asks: "Can exercise banish your winter blues?"
Published 01/16/23
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. If you're planning a 'new you' this year, Julia asks: "What is the secret to building a routine?"
Published 01/09/23
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Athletes' careers can't last forever but what next after a life of competition? Julia asks: "How can athletes navigate retirement from their sport?"
Published 12/12/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. What are the best techniques for motivating athletes? Julia asks: "How can coaches create results?"
Published 12/05/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Week in, week out we all watch our teams pound the pitch. Julia asks: "How far do footballers run?"
Published 11/28/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As footballers and fans head to Qatar, Julia asks: "What technology is being used at the 2022 World Cup?"
Published 11/21/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As Pudsey bear encourages us to walk and talk for BBC Children in Need 2022, Julia asks: "How does walking boost your mood?"
Published 11/14/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Cambridgeshire is home to world-class gymnastics so, Julia asks: "What makes a champion gymnast?"
Published 11/07/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. If you fancy a flutter on your favourite sport, Julia asks: "Can you beat the bookies?"
Published 10/23/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As the world adjusts to a 'new normal', Julia asks: "Can an athlete fully recover from long Covid?"
Published 10/16/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. After making recent sporting headlines, Julia asks: "How do periods impact performance?"
Published 10/09/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. After a busy sporting season, Julia asks: "Does ice aid recovery?"
Published 10/02/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As runners head to the start line, Julia asks: "What happens when runners hit 'the wall'?"
Published 09/25/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. She asks: "Why does a cricket ball swing, and can she do it?"
Published 09/18/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. With a heading ban for the under 12's being trialed by the FA, Julia asks: "Is it safe to head a football?"
Published 09/04/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As football fever grips the nation, Julia asks: "Can AI win fantasy football?"
Published 08/28/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Already in 2022, seven new outdoor athletics world records have been set. Julia asks: "Are any world records unbreakable?"
Published 08/21/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As temperatures rise, athletes face more game time in the heat. Julia asks: "When is it too hot to play sport?"
Published 08/14/22
Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. After iconic scenes at the Euro 2022 football final, she asks the question: "How has the sports bra revolutionised women’s sport?"
Published 08/07/22