In episode 196, Merrick Lincoln, Assistant Professor, Physical Therapist and Strength & Conditioning Coach, joins us. Specifically Merrick will be looking at: How strength training and rehab differ What pain scales are and how to use them Case study: How to rehab injuries using pain scales About Merrick : "Dr. Merrick Lincoln is an Assoicate Professor of Exercise Science and Rehabiltation Medcine at Saginaw Valley State University, Michigan, USA, a licensed Physical Therapist,...

In episode 195 Les Spellman, Speed Coach, joins us. Specifically Les will be looking at: What speed is How physiology relates to technique Universial technique model How to improve your speed About : "Les Spellman is one of America's elite speed performance coaches. Over the past 10+ years, Les has trained several Olympians as well as athletes in the NFL, and NCAA Division I. Most notably, he’s trained 28 NFL draft picks in the past 3 drafts including 8 first round picks." X:...

In episode Lion Martinez World Record Holder in 60m, 100m, and 200m (indoor) in the M45 masters athlete bracket, joins us. Specifically Lion will be looking at: The differences between masters and senior athletes How to train as a masters athlete How he trains to break world records About Lion: "Track athlete since 1989, coach since 2000. Now Masters athlete and world record holder in the 60m (6.88), 100m (10.72) and 200m (indoor 22.23) in the M45 bracket." Nominate future...

In episode Christopher Myers, Exercise Physiologist for the 2d Air Support Operation Squadron in Vilseck Germany, joins us. Specifically Chris will be looking at: The importance of physiology for tactical operators Constraints of tactical work How to plan and physically prepare for tactical demands About Chris: "Dr. Christopher Myers is the Exercise Physiologist for the 2d Air Support Operation Squadron in Vilseck, Germany. Additionally, he voluntarily serves as the United States...

In episode 192 Darren Chesworth, Deputy Head of the Sport and Nutrition Department at University College Birmingham, joins us. Specifically Darren will be looking at: What an S&C Coach does Skills an S&C Coach needs How to obtain these skills How to get a job in S&C About Darren: "I am an accredited S&C coach (CSCS & ASCC) and have been lucky enough to work in academy football, tennis and badminton. Growing up playing badminton as my main sport has fueled a...

In episode 191 Jamie Mackay, Strength and Conditioning Coach at Malmo FF, joins us. Specifically Jamie will be looking at: The importance to return to play How to monitor load in return to play How to return to play using the chaos-control continuum About Jamie: "I am a Strength and Conditioning Coach with 7 years experience working at the professional level in football. I am currently working at Malmö FF, where my role has progressed form interning to now focusing on the return...

In episode 190, Joshua Smith, High-Performance Manager for AmaZulu Football Club, joins us. Specifically Joshua will be looking at: The physical demands of football How to use Small-Sided Games to optimise football fitness About Joshua: "I am currently working as the High-Performance Manager for AmaZulu Football Club (South Africa); as an online tutor for the University of South Wales Sport and Exercise Medicine courses; and, as a contributing author for the International Soccer...

In episode 189, Kevin Carr Partner at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, joins us. Specifically Kevin will be looking at: Key considerations for those looking to get fit Role of strength training in health and longevity How he trains clients for maximum health and longevity About Kevin: "Kevin is a partner at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, Co-Founder of the Certified Functional Strength Coach certification, and Movement As Medicine Massage and Movement Therapy Clinic. He...

In episode 188, Jess Racz, Basketball Performance Specialist, joins us. Specifically Jess will be looking at: Key movements for basketball players Physiology underpinning these movements How to improve on-court movement About Jess: "Bio: Jess Racz is a basketball performance specialist who has trained athletes from all levels of the game, including NBA/WNBA, NBA G-League, NCAA collegiate basketball and the next generation of up & coming talent. She is highly regarded for her...

In episode 187, James Malone Senior Lecturer, researcher and mentor and consultant, joins us. Specifically James will be looking at: The physiology of cooling Cooling methods and their efficacy How to improve recovery using cooling methods About James: "Dr James Malone is a Senior Lecturer, researcher and mentor/consultant in sports performance. Dr Malone is accredited by both the British Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences (BASES) and Sport and Exercise Nutrition...

In episode 186 Hidde Weersma, Hyrox u24 World Champion, joins us. Specifically Hidde will be looking at: What Hyrox is The physical demands of Hyrox How he trains to compete at the top About Hidde: "Hidde is two time world champion Hyrox (2022 & 2023) in the U24 Agegroup. Since he was 15 years old he started practising both strength and endurance (in the form of Triathlon) training. This brought him a lot of practical experience in combining training for both strength and...

In episode 185 Giles Potter, Physical Education Teacher at St Peters R.C High School, joins us. Specifically Giles will be looking at: The importance of physical activity for children School performance and physical activity How to integrate S&C into physical education What S&C Coaches can learn from Teachers About Giles: "My passion for S&C has always been an area I have found exciting, whether to improve my own performance or for the teams and individuals I have...

In episode 184 Matthew Ibrahim, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Clinical Coordinator and Instructor of Exercise Science at Endicott College, joins us. Specifically Matthew will be looking at: What physios, physical therapists, athletic trainers and strength coaches can learn from eachother How they can go about skill sharing How to accelerate your career as a practitioner About Matthew: "Matthew Ibrahim, a Strength & Conditioning Coach since 2007, has recently shifted over...

In episode 183 Julia West, Goalkeeper Coack and Tutor of Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Worcester, joins us. Specifically Julia will be looking at: Why goalkeepers are unique How goalkeepers differ between sports How goalkeepers in football can improve their physical performance About Julia: "Dr Julia West is a goalkeeper coach and a tutor in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Worcester. Julia is proud to have played for England Universities and...

In episode 182 Travis McMaster, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach with The All Blacks 7s, joins us. Specifically Travis will be looking at: The importance of profiling athletes How to profile athletes How to use profiles to improve programming About Travis: "As a lifelong student, my inspiration to expand my knowledge and continue to grow and strive for mastery comes from my family, students, athletes, colleagues, and mentors alike. I hold a Doctorate in Sports Science...

In episode 181 Tim Stevenson, Performance Consultant and Shoulder Specialist, joins us. Specifically Tim will be looking at: Shoulder structure and function How to train the shoulder for heath and performance About Tim: "Tim is an athletic performance consultant, shoulder strength and conditioning specialist and co-founder of Dynamic Shoulders. He’s worked in elite sport since 2008 coaching athletes to European, Commonwealth, World and Paralympic success. At Dynamic Shoulders, Tim...

In episode 180 Hunter Eisenhower, Associate Head Coach for Sports Performance at Arizona State University, joins us. Specifically Hunter will be looking at: The importance of force for sport performance How to train using Slow, Fast and Human Force How he uses these gategories to train athletes About Hunter: "Hunter Eisenhower is the Associate Head Coach for Sports Performance at Arizona State University working with Men’s Basketball and Triathlon. Previously he was an Assistant...

In episode 179 Arian Forouhandeh, 1st Team Sport Scientist & Data Analyst at Wolverhamptom Wanderers, joins us. Specifically Arian will be looking at: Importance of data visualisation How best communicate data Examples of how he communicates data About Arian: "Arian is a 1st Team Sport Scientist & Data Analyst for Wolverhampton Wanderers FC. He holds a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology, as well as appropriate Data Science & Visualisation certification. Specialising...

In episode 178 Matt Tometz, Performance Coach/Sports Science Coordinator at TCBoost, joins us. Specifically Matt will be looking at: Gym based adaptations for sprint speed How to train for these adaptations Example gym sessions to improve sprint speed About Matt: "Matt Tometz is a Sports Performance Coach/Sports Science Coordinator at TCBoost Sports Performance. With a speed development as his coaching expertise and fascination for data, it’s his daily challenge to combine the art...

In episode 177 Gareth Sandford, Sport Science Consultant, joins us. Specifically Gareth will be looking at: Benefits of endurance training How to use speed to improve endurance How to optimise endurance training based on a personal profile About Gareth: "Gareth is an international sport science consultant, specializing in individualized training for sports that demand exceptional speed and endurance." https://garethsandford.com/consulting/ Twitter & Instagram:...

In episode 176 Jess Fassnidge, Exercise Physiologist at The University of Worcester, joins us. Specifically Jess will be looking at: How football differs for men and women Key considerations for women footballers How to train with these considerations in mind Case study: How to train as a non-elite woman footballer About Jess: "Jess currently works as an Exercise Physiologist for the University of Worcester where she conducts all the fitness testing for the Hereford and Worcester...

In episode 175 Connor Macdonald Pathway Performance Coach at Great Britian Para-Powerlifting, joins us. Specifically Connor will be looking at: How physiology can influence bench press technique How to adjust exercises to improve bench press strength How can others learn from Para-Powerlifting Case study: How to periodise for a massive bench press About Connor: "Connor is the Pathway Performance Coach for Great Britain Para-Powerlifting. Prior to this he has worked with many...

In episode 174 Jonas Dodoo, Founder of Sprintworks, joins us. Specifically Jonas will be looking at: Top speed & acceleration How to train these properties What a session with Jonas looks like About Jonas: "Jonas Dodoo developed as a coach through his passion for speed and power and was lucky enough to be under the tutelage of Master Coach Dan Pfaff for four years. Jonas has worked with many elite performers across a range of sports but with his main success and main role...

In episode 173 Tom Cullen, Assistant Professor at Coventry University, joins us. Specifically Tom will be looking at: Physiological mechanisms underpinning heat & cold usage Science backed recommendations for thier use When not to use them Case study: How athletes can use them to recover faster About Tom: "Tom is an Assistant Professor in Applied Physiology at Coventry University. Prior to this he worked at the University of Worcester where he was the course leader for the...

In episode 172 Joao Francisco Almeida, Physiotherapish at Al Riyadh FC, joins us. Specifically Joao will be looking at: Importance of in-tournament recovery Evidence based advice to optimise recovery Case study: How he implemented this at the recent European Games About Joao: "Sports physiotherapist and S&C Coach, specialized in rehabilitation, return to play, injury prevention and sports performance. Rehab Coach at Al Riyadh (Saudi Arabia Premier League), CEO of Clube Saúde...