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    <description>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.
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    <itunes:summary>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.
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  <title>144: World Cup Secrets: How Sport Science Supported Croatia's World Cup</title>
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  <itunes:title>World Cup Secrets: How Sport Science Supported Croatia's World Cup</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>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&amp;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.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>In episode 144, Luka Milanovic, Head of S&amp;amp;C at the Croatian Football Federation, joins us.
Specifically Luka will be looking at:
How Croatia overperform with a population of only 4 million
How Croatia used the gym during the world cup
How recovery was used
*About Luka
24 years of coaching experience in 6 different sports
Prepared top level athletes for 15 big competitions (Olympics, World cups, European championships)
Silver medalist at 2018 World cup,
Bronze medalist at 2022 World cup
Head of  Strength and Conditioning at Croatian Football Federation
Associate professor at University of Zagreb
Expert coach in High Performance Sport Center at Croatian Olympic Comitee
Professor at Football Science Institute
https://hr.linkedin.com/in/luka-milanovic-141a00b8?trk=people-guestpeoplesearch-card
Instagram: milanovic1978"
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    <![CDATA[<p>In episode 144, Luka Milanovic, Head of S&amp;C at the Croatian Football Federation, joins us.</p>

<p>Specifically Luka will be looking at:</p>

<ul>
<li>How Croatia overperform with a population of only 4 million</li>
<li>How Croatia used the gym during the world cup</li>
<li>How recovery was used</li>
</ul>

<p>*<em>About Luka</em></p>

<ul>
<li>24 years of coaching experience in 6 different sports</li>
<li>Prepared top level athletes for 15 big competitions (Olympics, World cups, European championships)</li>
<li>Silver medalist at 2018 World cup,</li>
<li>Bronze medalist at 2022 World cup</li>
<li>Head of  Strength and Conditioning at Croatian Football Federation</li>
<li>Associate professor at University of Zagreb</li>
<li>Expert coach in High Performance Sport Center at Croatian Olympic Comitee</li>
<li>Professor at Football Science Institute</li>
</ul>

<p><a href="https://hr.linkedin.com/in/luka-milanovic-141a00b8?trk=people-guest_people_search-card" rel="nofollow">https://hr.linkedin.com/in/luka-milanovic-141a00b8?trk=people-guest_people_search-card</a><br>
Instagram: milanovic1978&quot;</p>

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<p>​ Learn Quicker &amp; More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family<br>
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​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In<br>
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​ Save 100&#39;s Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More<br>
​ Improve Your Athletes&#39; Performance<br>
​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes<br>
​ Save Yourself The Stress &amp; Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research</p>

<h3>🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform</h3>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a></li>
<li><a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA" rel="nofollow">Google Podcasts</a></li>
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    <![CDATA[<p>In episode 144, Luka Milanovic, Head of S&amp;C at the Croatian Football Federation, joins us.</p>

<p>Specifically Luka will be looking at:</p>

<ul>
<li>How Croatia overperform with a population of only 4 million</li>
<li>How Croatia used the gym during the world cup</li>
<li>How recovery was used</li>
</ul>

<p>*<em>About Luka</em></p>

<ul>
<li>24 years of coaching experience in 6 different sports</li>
<li>Prepared top level athletes for 15 big competitions (Olympics, World cups, European championships)</li>
<li>Silver medalist at 2018 World cup,</li>
<li>Bronze medalist at 2022 World cup</li>
<li>Head of  Strength and Conditioning at Croatian Football Federation</li>
<li>Associate professor at University of Zagreb</li>
<li>Expert coach in High Performance Sport Center at Croatian Olympic Comitee</li>
<li>Professor at Football Science Institute</li>
</ul>

<p><a href="https://hr.linkedin.com/in/luka-milanovic-141a00b8?trk=people-guest_people_search-card" rel="nofollow">https://hr.linkedin.com/in/luka-milanovic-141a00b8?trk=people-guest_people_search-card</a><br>
Instagram: milanovic1978&quot;</p>

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<p>​ Learn Quicker &amp; More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family<br>
​ Optimise Your Athletes&#39; Recovery<br>
​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In<br>
​ Reduce Your Athletes&#39; Injury Ratese<br>
​ Save 100&#39;s Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More<br>
​ Improve Your Athletes&#39; Performance<br>
​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes<br>
​ Save Yourself The Stress &amp; Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research</p>

<h3>🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform</h3>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a></li>
<li><a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA" rel="nofollow">Google Podcasts</a></li>
<li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast" rel="nofollow">Stitcher</a></li>
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