Science for Sport Podcast

255: The Post-Workout Mistake Elite Athletes Never Make

February 17th, 2025  |  28 mins 50 secs

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Sports nutritionist Dan Richardson, who works with Leeds United Academy and Leicestershire County Cricket, challenges common nutrition myths and reveals why fruits and vegetables might be more important for recovery than protein shakes. Drawing from his extensive experience across multiple sports, Dan shares practical insights on proper fueling strategies, supplement facts, and why timing matters for both elite athletes and weekend warriors alike.

247: Bold Choices: Coaching with Impact

December 23rd, 2024  |  32 mins 29 secs

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World T20 champion Ajmal Shahzad shares his journey from groundbreaking player to dynamic coach. Discover how he brought cricket back to Pakistan, his bold philosophy on fast bowling, and the lessons that shaped his approach to leadership and coaching.

242: 15 Years, 650 Wickets, and One Iconic Headband – Jack Brooks Tells All

November 18th, 2024  |  39 mins 41 secs

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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!

218: Secrets Behind Elite Cricketer's Physical Preperation

June 3rd, 2024  |  34 mins 12 secs

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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 athletes

If 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.

129: How To Throw (Or Bowl!) Faster

September 19th, 2022  |  20 mins 39 secs

athletics, bowling, cricket, ipl, javellin, nba, pitching, throwing, throws

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 athletes

If 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.