Science for Sport Podcast
Behind the Scenes of Elite Performance – Unlocking the Science, Stories, and Strategies That Make the Best Even Better
About the show
Discover the Secrets Behind Elite Performance.
Join us on the Science for Sport Podcast, where every episode dives into the cutting-edge world of sports science and the untold stories behind the best athletes and teams on the planet.
Hosted by Richard Graves, we bring you exclusive insights from elite athletes, world-class coaches, and leading sports scientists who are shaping the future of global sport.
This isn’t just another sports podcast—this is your backstage pass to:
- The science powering record-breaking performances.
- The trends, challenges, and breakthroughs redefining the game.
- Mastering the balance of art and science in coaching.
Whether you’re a sports scientist, coach, physio, nutritionist, teacher, or just a passionate sports fan, this is your chance to learn from the pros and stay ahead of the curve.
Tune in every Monday and uncover what it takes to make the best, better.
Science for Sport Podcast on social media
Episodes
-
245: Mastering Confidence: Secrets of Elite Performance
December 9th, 2024 | 31 mins 19 secs
athletemindset, businessstrategies, chrisshambrook, collaboration, confidencebuilding, eliteperformance, highperformanceculture, mentaltoughness, olympicmindset, performancepsychology, performanceunderpressure, sport, sportspsychology, teamgbrowing, thrivinginchaos
Join Richard Graves and Dr. Chris Shambrook, former Team GB rowing psychologist and Performance Director at Planet K2, as they explore what it takes to thrive under pressure. Discover how to build unshakable confidence, handle egos, and master the mindset of champions. Whether in sport or business, this episode is packed with insights to help you unlock your potential.
-
244: Inside the NFL's Concussion Protocols
December 2nd, 2024 | 35 mins 22 secs
athlete protection, concussion, concussion protocol, dr. allen sills, elite athletes, equipment innovation, football health., football injuries, game day safety, guardian helmets, health and safety, independent spotters, injury prevention, neuroscience, nfl, nfl health, nfl injury data, nfl podcast, nfl rules, player safety, player welfare, soft tissue injuries, sports medicine, sports podcast, sports safety, sports science
Join us as Dr. Allen Sills, Chief Medical Officer of the NFL, reveals how cutting-edge concussion protocols, game-changing research, and safety innovations are transforming player health in one of the world’s most intense sports. From behind-the-scenes measures to the future of athlete protection, this episode dives deep into the science reshaping football. Whether you're an NFL fan or a sports science enthusiast, you won’t want to miss this!
-
243: Beyond the Game: Rugby League Stars on Sacrifice, Resilience, and Reinvention
November 25th, 2024 | 28 mins 47 secs
athlete longevity, ben jones-bishop, fitness and recovery, head injuries in sport, hull fc, leeds rhinos, player welfare, rugby coaching, rugby evolution, rugby league, rugby league world cup, s&c, scott taylor, sport, sport science
Rugby League legends Scott Taylor and Ben Jones-Bishop share the highs, lows, and untold truths of their incredible careers. From Grand Final triumphs to the challenges of staying at the top, they dive into the evolution of the game, player welfare, and life beyond the pitch. A must-listen for fans of the sport!
-
242: 15 Years, 650 Wickets, and One Iconic Headband – Jack Brooks Tells All
November 18th, 2024 | 39 mins 41 secs
athletes, cricket, cricketer, eliteathletes, fastbowling, professionalsport, psychology, sport, sportsperformance, sportsscience
Join Richard Graves as he chats with former professional cricketer Jack Brooks, who went from village cricket to winning back-to-back County Championships with Yorkshire. Jack shares his inspiring journey, the influence of coaches, and the highs and lows of a 15-year career. With humor, honesty, and valuable lessons for athletes and fans alike, this episode is a must-listen!
-
241: The Data Revolution in Sport: Insights from Elite Sports Analysts on Optimising Performance
November 11th, 2024 | 31 mins 29 secs
analytics, athletes, data, datainsports, football, performanceanalysis, premierleagueathleteperformance, sport, sport science, sportsanalytics, sportsdata
Welcome to the Science for Sport podcast—where science meets performance! Dive into the minds of leading sports scientists, data analysts, and elite athletes as we explore the cutting-edge strategies transforming the sports industry. From injury prevention and performance optimisation to breakthroughs in data analytics, we cover the topics that keep professional and aspiring sports professionals ahead of the game. Hosted by experts in the field, each episode delivers insider knowledge, practical tips, and inspiring insights you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you're in the sports industry, an athlete, or simply passionate about science in sport, hit ‘subscribe’ and join our community of listeners eager to elevate their game.
Don’t just follow the trends—stay ahead of them with Science for Sport!
-
240: Goodbye: The End Of An Era
November 4th, 2024 | 31 mins 53 secs
football, olympics, paralympics, sport science, strength, strength and conditioning, training, workout
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
239: Give Your Groin The Attention It Deserves
October 28th, 2024 | 29 mins 30 secs
adductor, change of direction, football, groin, groin injury, movement, plyometrics, soccer, speed, sprinting, training
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
238: Go From Scrawney Teen To Elite-Level Rugby Pro
October 21st, 2024 | 20 mins 33 secs
agility, conditioning, fitness, hypertrophy, mass, muscle mass, power, rugby, speed, strength
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
237: Optimise Training Transfer For Maximal On-Pitch Performance
October 14th, 2024 | 23 mins 43 secs
jumping, running, sport, sport science, sprinting, strength and conditioning, training, transfer, workout
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
236: Nutrition Essentials For Female Footballers
October 7th, 2024 | 41 mins 45 secs
diet, fitness, football, nutrition, soccer, training, womens football, womens soccer
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
235: Bad Break: How To Recovery Faster Than Ever From Bone Fractures
September 30th, 2024 | 16 mins
bone break, bones, healing, injury, physio, rehab, strength and conditioning, strength training, stress fracture
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
234: Perfect Programming: Individualisation For 100s Of Athletes At Once
September 23rd, 2024 | 17 mins 42 secs
athletics, college sport, power, speed, sprinting, strength, track and field, training, triathlon, univeristy sport, workout
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
233: Swim Faster Than Ever With Elite-Level Strength
September 16th, 2024 | 18 mins 47 secs
conditioning, conditioning training, core, exercise, gym, muscle, power, speed, strength, strength training, swimming, training, workout
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
232: Eccentric Training: Don't Leave Gains On The Table
September 9th, 2024 | 26 mins 27 secs
athletic development, eccentric training, ltad, muslcle, physio, rehab, strength, strength and conditioning, training, workout
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
231: Why Sprint Interval Training Is Essential For Conditioning
September 2nd, 2024 | 33 mins 11 secs
aerobic, anaerobic, boxing, conditioning, energy systems, esd, fighting, mitochonria, mma, ufc
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events effecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.
-
230: All Those PhDs And Not A Single Smart Person
August 26th, 2024 | 29 mins 34 secs
american football, coaching, crossfit, football, health, rugby, soccer, sport, sport science, strength and conditioninig, training
Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…
This entertaining podcast explores:
• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events effecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.
Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:
• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking athletesIf you’re any of the above, we challenge you to listen to an episode and not fall in love with this laugh-out-loud, brain-swelling podcast.