web01.fireside.fm Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:57:25 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Science for Sport Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “S&C” https://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/tags/s&c Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100 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. en-gb episodic Behind the Scenes of Elite Performance – Unlocking the Science, Stories, and Strategies That Make the Best Even Better Science for Sport 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. yes sport, science, sports, sports science, education, coach, coaching, athletes, performance, strength, conditioning, strength & conditioning, S&C, recovery, nutrition, entertainment Science for Sport contact@scienceforsport.com 284: Club Plans & Personal Coaches: Adding An Edge? http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/284 5c906c5b-b9ad-4e50-bf43-4b0daf552014 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 284 Club Plans & Personal Coaches: Adding An Edge? full Science for Sport Richard Graves and performance coach Daniel Booth debate how clubs, national teams, and personal practitioners can align around “one athlete, one plan” without adding risk—covering communication, data sharing, contracts, and load management. Practical takeaways draw on football, rugby, Olympic sport, and case studies like Mahomes and LeBron to show what good collaboration looks like in practice. 32:14 no Club Plans & Personal Coaches: Adding An Edge? In this week’s episode, host Richard Graves sits down with Daniel Booth, a performance coach who’s worked inside elite teams (Watford FC, Ealing Trailfinders), across Olympic sprint programmes, and independently with top athletes, to unpack one of the hottest debates in high performance: Should athletes stick strictly to club schedules, or can personal trainers/physios/dietitians add an edge without adding risk? Drawing on experience from football, rugby, and Olympic sport, Daniel explains why tensions flare (mismatched philosophies, poor communication, asset ownership), what great collaboration looks like in the real world, and how high-performing organisations formalise outside support without losing control. What you’ll learn * The real source of conflict between club performance/medical staff and external coaches, and how cross-sport thinking challenges “that’s how we’ve always done it.” * A practical collaboration model: who shares what, when, and how (weekly data drops, post-match/flight recovery notes, and a single “central coordinator” to integrate inputs). * Risk vs. reward in load management: why living on the “edge” drives adaptation, and how to avoid double-loading athletes after intense sessions. * Contracts done right: how some teams formally write approved externals into player agreements and set clear, shared calendars. * International duty realities: why centralised models in rugby/cricket often outperform football’s fragmented approach, and what football can copy now. * Case studies that translate: lessons from LeBron/Mancias and Mahomes/Stroop—how season-long regen blocks and role clarity reduce noise and improve availability. * Social media pitfalls: why chasing a “brand” erodes trust, and how word-of-mouth and discretion still win in elite environments. About Daniel Booth Daniel Booth is a performance coach with 10+ years’ experience across elite football (Watford FC), rugby (including Ealing Trailfinders), and Olympic sprint programmes, as well as work with Warner Bros. Discovery. Now operating independently, he partners with clubs and national teams to deliver athlete-centred programming and is formally written into several Premiership rugby player contracts to act as the central performance coordinator, integrating club, country, and external inputs. Daniel’s approach blends cross-sport best practice, honest communication, and low-ego, data-led decision-making focused on availability and longevity. 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In this week’s episode, host Richard Graves sits down with Daniel Booth, a performance coach who’s worked inside elite teams (Watford FC, Ealing Trailfinders), across Olympic sprint programmes, and independently with top athletes, to unpack one of the hottest debates in high performance:
Should athletes stick strictly to club schedules, or can personal trainers/physios/dietitians add an edge without adding risk?

Drawing on experience from football, rugby, and Olympic sport, Daniel explains why tensions flare (mismatched philosophies, poor communication, asset ownership), what great collaboration looks like in the real world, and how high-performing organisations formalise outside support without losing control.

What you’ll learn

  • The real source of conflict between club performance/medical staff and external coaches, and how cross-sport thinking challenges “that’s how we’ve always done it.”
  • A practical collaboration model: who shares what, when, and how (weekly data drops, post-match/flight recovery notes, and a single “central coordinator” to integrate inputs).
  • Risk vs. reward in load management: why living on the “edge” drives adaptation, and how to avoid double-loading athletes after intense sessions.
  • Contracts done right: how some teams formally write approved externals into player agreements and set clear, shared calendars.
  • International duty realities: why centralised models in rugby/cricket often outperform football’s fragmented approach, and what football can copy now.
  • Case studies that translate: lessons from LeBron/Mancias and Mahomes/Stroop—how season-long regen blocks and role clarity reduce noise and improve availability.
  • Social media pitfalls: why chasing a “brand” erodes trust, and how word-of-mouth and discretion still win in elite environments.

About Daniel Booth
Daniel Booth is a performance coach with 10+ years’ experience across elite football (Watford FC), rugby (including Ealing Trailfinders), and Olympic sprint programmes, as well as work with Warner Bros. Discovery. Now operating independently, he partners with clubs and national teams to deliver athlete-centred programming and is formally written into several Premiership rugby player contracts to act as the central performance coordinator, integrating club, country, and external inputs. Daniel’s approach blends cross-sport best practice, honest communication, and low-ego, data-led decision-making focused on availability and longevity.

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]]> Club Plans & Personal Coaches: Adding An Edge?

In this week’s episode, host Richard Graves sits down with Daniel Booth, a performance coach who’s worked inside elite teams (Watford FC, Ealing Trailfinders), across Olympic sprint programmes, and independently with top athletes, to unpack one of the hottest debates in high performance:
Should athletes stick strictly to club schedules, or can personal trainers/physios/dietitians add an edge without adding risk?

Drawing on experience from football, rugby, and Olympic sport, Daniel explains why tensions flare (mismatched philosophies, poor communication, asset ownership), what great collaboration looks like in the real world, and how high-performing organisations formalise outside support without losing control.

What you’ll learn

  • The real source of conflict between club performance/medical staff and external coaches, and how cross-sport thinking challenges “that’s how we’ve always done it.”
  • A practical collaboration model: who shares what, when, and how (weekly data drops, post-match/flight recovery notes, and a single “central coordinator” to integrate inputs).
  • Risk vs. reward in load management: why living on the “edge” drives adaptation, and how to avoid double-loading athletes after intense sessions.
  • Contracts done right: how some teams formally write approved externals into player agreements and set clear, shared calendars.
  • International duty realities: why centralised models in rugby/cricket often outperform football’s fragmented approach, and what football can copy now.
  • Case studies that translate: lessons from LeBron/Mancias and Mahomes/Stroop—how season-long regen blocks and role clarity reduce noise and improve availability.
  • Social media pitfalls: why chasing a “brand” erodes trust, and how word-of-mouth and discretion still win in elite environments.

About Daniel Booth
Daniel Booth is a performance coach with 10+ years’ experience across elite football (Watford FC), rugby (including Ealing Trailfinders), and Olympic sprint programmes, as well as work with Warner Bros. Discovery. Now operating independently, he partners with clubs and national teams to deliver athlete-centred programming and is formally written into several Premiership rugby player contracts to act as the central performance coordinator, integrating club, country, and external inputs. Daniel’s approach blends cross-sport best practice, honest communication, and low-ego, data-led decision-making focused on availability and longevity.

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]]> 243: Beyond the Game: Rugby League Stars on Sacrifice, Resilience, and Reinvention http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/243 aa05ae02-6955-44ea-92b4-5496bb4b7cdc Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:30:00 +0000 Science for Sport 243 Beyond the Game: Rugby League Stars on Sacrifice, Resilience, and Reinvention full Science for Sport 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! 28:47 yes This week on the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves dives into the world of Rugby League with two seasoned professionals, Scott Taylor and Ben Jones-Bishop. Between them, they boast over 30 years of experience, 250 tries, and a lifetime of lessons from the pitch. Scott reflects on his transition from a 14-year career—highlighted by Grand Final wins and international caps—to taking the reins as head coach of the newly formed Goole Vikings. Meanwhile, Ben shares the secrets behind his longevity, the challenges of balancing professional sport with medical setbacks, and the pride of representing Jamaica in their first Rugby League World Cup. Together, they explore the evolution of rugby league: from advancements in player welfare and GPS technology to managing the brutal physicality of the modern game. With candid insights into life on and off the field, including the sacrifices and strategies for recovery, this episode is a must-listen for sports enthusiasts and aspiring athletes alike. Don’t miss this engaging conversation about resilience, coaching, and the future of rugby league. Listen now! About Ben Jones-Bishop Ben Jones-Bishop is a dynamic rugby league star known for his electrifying speed and versatility. A two-time Super League champion with Leeds Rhinos, he’s dazzled fans at clubs like Salford, Wakefield, and Sheffield Eagles. Internationally, he made history scoring Jamaica’s first-ever try in a Rugby League World Cup. Overcoming challenges on and off the field, Ben continues to inspire with his resilience and passion for the game. Instagram: @bjonesbishop About Scott Taylor Scott Taylor is a powerhouse of rugby league, known for his stellar career with Hull FC, Wigan Warriors, and Hull Kingston Rovers. A three-time Challenge Cup winner and Super League champion, he also represented England on the world stage. Now retired, Scott has taken on a new challenge as head coach of the Goole Vikings, bringing his experience and passion to the next generation of players. Instagram: @scotttagtaylor FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005) Google Podcasts (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g) Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast) sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries, rugby, rugby league, psychology, sport psychology This week on the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves dives into the world of Rugby League with two seasoned professionals, Scott Taylor and Ben Jones-Bishop. Between them, they boast over 30 years of experience, 250 tries, and a lifetime of lessons from the pitch.

Scott reflects on his transition from a 14-year career—highlighted by Grand Final wins and international caps—to taking the reins as head coach of the newly formed Goole Vikings. Meanwhile, Ben shares the secrets behind his longevity, the challenges of balancing professional sport with medical setbacks, and the pride of representing Jamaica in their first Rugby League World Cup.

Together, they explore the evolution of rugby league: from advancements in player welfare and GPS technology to managing the brutal physicality of the modern game. With candid insights into life on and off the field, including the sacrifices and strategies for recovery, this episode is a must-listen for sports enthusiasts and aspiring athletes alike.

Don’t miss this engaging conversation about resilience, coaching, and the future of rugby league. Listen now!

About Ben Jones-Bishop
Ben Jones-Bishop is a dynamic rugby league star known for his electrifying speed and versatility. A two-time Super League champion with Leeds Rhinos, he’s dazzled fans at clubs like Salford, Wakefield, and Sheffield Eagles. Internationally, he made history scoring Jamaica’s first-ever try in a Rugby League World Cup. Overcoming challenges on and off the field, Ben continues to inspire with his resilience and passion for the game.

Instagram: @bjonesbishop

About Scott Taylor
Scott Taylor is a powerhouse of rugby league, known for his stellar career with Hull FC, Wigan Warriors, and Hull Kingston Rovers. A three-time Challenge Cup winner and Super League champion, he also represented England on the world stage. Now retired, Scott has taken on a new challenge as head coach of the Goole Vikings, bringing his experience and passion to the next generation of players.

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]]> This week on the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves dives into the world of Rugby League with two seasoned professionals, Scott Taylor and Ben Jones-Bishop. Between them, they boast over 30 years of experience, 250 tries, and a lifetime of lessons from the pitch.

Scott reflects on his transition from a 14-year career—highlighted by Grand Final wins and international caps—to taking the reins as head coach of the newly formed Goole Vikings. Meanwhile, Ben shares the secrets behind his longevity, the challenges of balancing professional sport with medical setbacks, and the pride of representing Jamaica in their first Rugby League World Cup.

Together, they explore the evolution of rugby league: from advancements in player welfare and GPS technology to managing the brutal physicality of the modern game. With candid insights into life on and off the field, including the sacrifices and strategies for recovery, this episode is a must-listen for sports enthusiasts and aspiring athletes alike.

Don’t miss this engaging conversation about resilience, coaching, and the future of rugby league. Listen now!

About Ben Jones-Bishop
Ben Jones-Bishop is a dynamic rugby league star known for his electrifying speed and versatility. A two-time Super League champion with Leeds Rhinos, he’s dazzled fans at clubs like Salford, Wakefield, and Sheffield Eagles. Internationally, he made history scoring Jamaica’s first-ever try in a Rugby League World Cup. Overcoming challenges on and off the field, Ben continues to inspire with his resilience and passion for the game.

Instagram: @bjonesbishop

About Scott Taylor
Scott Taylor is a powerhouse of rugby league, known for his stellar career with Hull FC, Wigan Warriors, and Hull Kingston Rovers. A three-time Challenge Cup winner and Super League champion, he also represented England on the world stage. Now retired, Scott has taken on a new challenge as head coach of the Goole Vikings, bringing his experience and passion to the next generation of players.

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]]> 192: How To Upskill And Land Your Dream Job In S&C http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/192 652c85ec-db82-4cfb-8ccf-1e514eb7a1d1 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +0000 Science for Sport 192 How To Upskill And Land Your Dream Job In S&C full Science for Sport 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. 31:26 no 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 particular interest in racket sports and enhancing athletic performance within this domain. Since working in S&C full time, I have transitioned into academia and I currently work as the Deputy Head of the Sport and Nutrition Department at University College Birmingham (UCB). My roles at UCB have afforded me fantastic opportunities to work with athletes across various other sports including golf and basketball, as well as with match officials. I am privileged to teach on both our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in strength and conditioning. This is highly rewarding and I am passionate about ensuring learners acquire the necessary skills for success and develop into well-rounded professionals, whether they choose S&C or opt for alternative career pathways. I am committed to providing an excellent student experience and seeking out opportunities to enhance experiential learning." LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-chesworth-464b6157/ Email: d.chesworth@ucb.ac.uk UCB Websites: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/strength-conditioning-and-sports-nutrition-bsc-hons-fdsc/ Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode192 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005) Google Podcasts (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g) Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast) sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries 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 particular interest in racket sports and enhancing athletic performance within this domain. Since working in S&C full time, I have transitioned into academia and I currently work as the Deputy Head of the Sport and Nutrition Department at University College Birmingham (UCB). My roles at UCB have afforded me fantastic opportunities to work with athletes across various other sports including golf and basketball, as well as with match officials. I am privileged to teach on both our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in strength and conditioning. This is highly rewarding and I am passionate about ensuring learners acquire the necessary skills for success and develop into well-rounded professionals, whether they choose S&C or opt for alternative career pathways. I am committed to providing an excellent student experience and seeking out opportunities to enhance experiential learning."

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-chesworth-464b6157/
Email: d.chesworth@ucb.ac.uk
UCB Websites: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/strength-conditioning-and-sports-nutrition-bsc-hons-fdsc/

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]]> 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 particular interest in racket sports and enhancing athletic performance within this domain. Since working in S&C full time, I have transitioned into academia and I currently work as the Deputy Head of the Sport and Nutrition Department at University College Birmingham (UCB). My roles at UCB have afforded me fantastic opportunities to work with athletes across various other sports including golf and basketball, as well as with match officials. I am privileged to teach on both our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in strength and conditioning. This is highly rewarding and I am passionate about ensuring learners acquire the necessary skills for success and develop into well-rounded professionals, whether they choose S&C or opt for alternative career pathways. I am committed to providing an excellent student experience and seeking out opportunities to enhance experiential learning."

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-chesworth-464b6157/
Email: d.chesworth@ucb.ac.uk
UCB Websites: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/strength-conditioning-and-sports-nutrition-bsc-hons-fdsc/

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]]> 160: Avoid The Biggest Mistakes That Athletes Make In Their Training http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/160 fe74fa76-e0a7-49c1-a7b5-badf50881aa9 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 02:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 160 Avoid The Biggest Mistakes That Athletes Make In Their Training full Science for Sport 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. 25:43 no In episode 160, Dan Baker, Strength & Conditioning Coach, joins us. Specifically Dan will be looking at: The biggest mistakes athletes make in their training His most important advice to all athletes at all levels About Dan: "PhD in Sports and Biomedial Science. More than 40 peer-reviewed journal articles in S&C. Worked at the Brisbane Broncos Rugby league team for 19-yrs as a S&C coach. Also worked as a S&C coach and trained teams in national league in soccer and netball and at international level in diving, rugby union, powerlifting, MMA and track & field. President of the Australian Strength & Conditioning Assocation from 2004 to 2021 (still a board member). Member of the ASCA since inception in 1991, member of the NSCA since 1987." Website: https://www.danbakerstrength.com/ Instagram: @danbakerstrength_ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode160 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005) Google Podcasts (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g) Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast) sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode 160, Dan Baker, Strength & Conditioning Coach, joins us.

Specifically Dan will be looking at:

  • The biggest mistakes athletes make in their training
  • His most important advice to all athletes at all levels

About Dan:

"PhD in Sports and Biomedial Science. More than 40 peer-reviewed journal articles in S&C. Worked at the Brisbane Broncos Rugby league team for 19-yrs as a S&C coach. Also worked as a S&C coach and trained teams in national league in soccer and netball and at international level in diving, rugby union, powerlifting, MMA and track & field. President of the Australian Strength & Conditioning Assocation from 2004 to 2021 (still a board member). Member of the ASCA since inception in 1991, member of the NSCA since 1987."

Website: https://www.danbakerstrength.com/
Instagram: @danbakerstrength_

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]]> In episode 160, Dan Baker, Strength & Conditioning Coach, joins us.

Specifically Dan will be looking at:

  • The biggest mistakes athletes make in their training
  • His most important advice to all athletes at all levels

About Dan:

"PhD in Sports and Biomedial Science. More than 40 peer-reviewed journal articles in S&C. Worked at the Brisbane Broncos Rugby league team for 19-yrs as a S&C coach. Also worked as a S&C coach and trained teams in national league in soccer and netball and at international level in diving, rugby union, powerlifting, MMA and track & field. President of the Australian Strength & Conditioning Assocation from 2004 to 2021 (still a board member). Member of the ASCA since inception in 1991, member of the NSCA since 1987."

Website: https://www.danbakerstrength.com/
Instagram: @danbakerstrength_

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]]> 109: Game Speed: Can Field Based S&C Take Your Speed To The Next Level? http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/109 956bf4c1-13f5-4b38-9fb4-333fea351699 Mon, 02 May 2022 02:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 109 Game Speed: Can Field Based S&C Take Your Speed To The Next Level? full Science for Sport 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. 24:52 no In episode 109, Andy Hyde, Strength and Conditioning Coach, joins us. Specifically you will learn: How game speed differs from top speed Different positional requirements in football How to program field based S&C for specific positions About Andy "Andy works privately with elite soccer players at the youth academy and senior professional level. He has worked as an S&C Coach in the NHS and with Leeds United FC Ladies Academy." Instagram/Twitter: @aestheticathletes, @andrewhyde96 FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode109 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005) Google Podcasts (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g) Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast) sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode 109, Andy Hyde, Strength and Conditioning Coach, joins us.

Specifically you will learn:

  • How game speed differs from top speed
  • Different positional requirements in football
  • How to program field based S&C for specific positions

About Andy

"Andy works privately with elite soccer players at the youth academy and senior professional level. He has worked as an S&C Coach in the NHS and with Leeds United FC Ladies Academy."

Instagram/Twitter: @aestheticathletes, @andrewhyde96

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​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

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]]> In episode 109, Andy Hyde, Strength and Conditioning Coach, joins us.

Specifically you will learn:

  • How game speed differs from top speed
  • Different positional requirements in football
  • How to program field based S&C for specific positions

About Andy

"Andy works privately with elite soccer players at the youth academy and senior professional level. He has worked as an S&C Coach in the NHS and with Leeds United FC Ladies Academy."

Instagram/Twitter: @aestheticathletes, @andrewhyde96

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​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese
​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More
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]]> 57: Physio & S&C: Stop Making These Massive Mistakes http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/57 b7b71293-7a30-41ad-b80a-08acca5212b9 Mon, 03 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 57 Physio & S&C: Stop Making These Massive Mistakes full Science for Sport 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. 21:50 yes In episode 57 Adam Meakins, Physiotherapist, Sport Scientist and S&C Coach, joins us. Specifically Adam will be looking at: Biggest physio mistakes What physios can learn from S&C Biggest S&C mistakes What S&C can learn from physios About Adam "Adam is a physiotherapist, sports scientist and S&C specialist working in the UK and specialises in the assessment and treatment of shoulder and upper limb issues. He is an advocate of simple honest evidence based advice and treatment, and is well known for his many strong views, opinions and occasionally stronger language about many of the methods, ideas, and treatments within the therapy and training worlds." Twitter: @adammeakins Instagram: @adammeakins Website: https://www.thesports.physio/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: http://bit.ly/sfspodcast_ep57 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005) Google Podcasts (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g) Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast) 🙏🏽 Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition via the link below. https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode 57 Adam Meakins, Physiotherapist, Sport Scientist and S&C Coach, joins us.

Specifically Adam will be looking at:

  • Biggest physio mistakes
  • What physios can learn from S&C
  • Biggest S&C mistakes
  • What S&C can learn from physios

About Adam

"Adam is a physiotherapist, sports scientist and S&C specialist working in the UK and specialises in the assessment and treatment of shoulder and upper limb issues. He is an advocate of simple honest evidence based advice and treatment, and is well known for his many strong views, opinions and occasionally stronger language about many of the methods, ideas, and treatments within the therapy and training worlds."

Twitter: @adammeakins
Instagram: @adammeakins
Website: https://www.thesports.physio/

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​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese
​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More
​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance
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We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast.

FLEX by GymAware

Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition via the link below.

https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware

Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> In episode 57 Adam Meakins, Physiotherapist, Sport Scientist and S&C Coach, joins us.

Specifically Adam will be looking at:

  • Biggest physio mistakes
  • What physios can learn from S&C
  • Biggest S&C mistakes
  • What S&C can learn from physios

About Adam

"Adam is a physiotherapist, sports scientist and S&C specialist working in the UK and specialises in the assessment and treatment of shoulder and upper limb issues. He is an advocate of simple honest evidence based advice and treatment, and is well known for his many strong views, opinions and occasionally stronger language about many of the methods, ideas, and treatments within the therapy and training worlds."

Twitter: @adammeakins
Instagram: @adammeakins
Website: https://www.thesports.physio/

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​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese
​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More
​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance
​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes
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FLEX by GymAware

Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition via the link below.

https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware

Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> 28: Finding Inspiration During Unemployment http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/28 2ac45743-fbd4-461e-8b08-4962bb00ff2d Mon, 12 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 28 Finding Inspiration During Unemployment full Science for Sport 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. 23:39 yes In episode 28, Walter Grandez, Strength & Conditioning Coach joins us. Specifically Walter will be looking at: Getting blindsided by unemployment Using additional time to develop How to get the next job About Walter "Walter is currently a Network Youth National Team Sport Scientist with the US Soccer Federation and was formerly the Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach for the LA Galaxy (MLS). He has previously worked in professional baseball for the Philadelphia Phillies in the Minor League farming system in the Dominican Republic, worked as a sport scientist for USA Rugby Men's 7s national team, and a former strength and conditioning coach with the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee. He started off his coaching career as an EXOS Performance Specialist Intern in 2016 which led to his first coaching job as an Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at California State University, Northridge. He currently holds the distinction title of Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC) and his CSCS through the NSCA and recently graduated with his MSc from AT Still University in March 2020" FREE AGILITY MINI-COURSE - COACH ACADEMY Get your free full, 6-part agility mini-course using the link below! Access the mini-course for free with this link: http://bit.ly/sfspodcast_28 * 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005) Google Podcasts (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g) Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast) * 🙏🏽 Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition via the link below. https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode 28, Walter Grandez, Strength & Conditioning Coach joins us.

Specifically Walter will be looking at:

  • Getting blindsided by unemployment
  • Using additional time to develop
  • How to get the next job

About Walter

"Walter is currently a Network Youth National Team Sport Scientist with the US Soccer Federation and was formerly the Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach for the LA Galaxy (MLS). He has previously worked in professional baseball for the Philadelphia Phillies in the Minor League farming system in the Dominican Republic, worked as a sport scientist for USA Rugby Men's 7s national team, and a former strength and conditioning coach with the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee. He started off his coaching career as an EXOS Performance Specialist Intern in 2016 which led to his first coaching job as an Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at California State University, Northridge. He currently holds the distinction title of Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC) and his CSCS through the NSCA and recently graduated with his MSc from AT Still University in March 2020"

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*

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*

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FLEX by GymAware

Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition via the link below.

https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware

Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> In episode 28, Walter Grandez, Strength & Conditioning Coach joins us.

Specifically Walter will be looking at:

  • Getting blindsided by unemployment
  • Using additional time to develop
  • How to get the next job

About Walter

"Walter is currently a Network Youth National Team Sport Scientist with the US Soccer Federation and was formerly the Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach for the LA Galaxy (MLS). He has previously worked in professional baseball for the Philadelphia Phillies in the Minor League farming system in the Dominican Republic, worked as a sport scientist for USA Rugby Men's 7s national team, and a former strength and conditioning coach with the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee. He started off his coaching career as an EXOS Performance Specialist Intern in 2016 which led to his first coaching job as an Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at California State University, Northridge. He currently holds the distinction title of Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC) and his CSCS through the NSCA and recently graduated with his MSc from AT Still University in March 2020"

FREE AGILITY MINI-COURSE - COACH ACADEMY

Get your free full, 6-part agility mini-course using the link below!

Access the mini-course for free with this link:

http://bit.ly/sfspodcast_28

*

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*

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FLEX by GymAware

Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition via the link below.

https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware

Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> 27: Does playing the game really boost buy in? http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/27 3093366c-c0ba-4416-b957-4ec261a343ed Mon, 05 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 27 Does playing the game really boost buy in? full Science for Sport 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. 23:39 yes In episode 27, Ivi Casagrande Strength & Conditioning Coach at Orlando Pride, joins us. Specifically Ivi will be looking at: Transitioning from athlete to coach Up/downsides to having played the sport Does having played give her the edge as a coach? About Ivi "Ivi worked as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Orlando Pride, a professional women's soccer team from the NWSL League for 2 seasons before moving to England at the end of September 2020. Ivi also worked as a Network Sports Scientist with US Soccer Youth National Teams from 2018 until 2020. Prior to Orlando Pride, Ivi was the Director of Sports Performance for Redline Athletics, a youth athletic training facility in Michigan, from January 2018 until April 2019. A 2014 graduate from Bowling Green State University with a bachelors degree in Applied Health Science and Masters in Exercise Physiology, Ivi also worked as a Sports Performance coach for BGSU W. Soccer team from 2015- 2017, while also doing mentorships in European Clubs such as Arsenal FC (First team and Academy teams), Aston Villa and FC Basel Academy teams. In 2016, she worked for EXOS Los Angeles as an intern as well as LA Galaxy First Team, USL Team and Academy teams. Ivi holds XPS Sports Performance Specialist Certification from EXOS, and Mobility WOD Coach Certifications." https://www.ivicasagrande.com/ Get your free buy-in cheatsheet by following this link: https://scienceforsport.activehosted.com/f/110 FREE AGILITY MINI-COURSE - COACH ACADEMY Get your free full, 6-part agility mini-course using the link below! Access the mini-course for free with this link: http://bit.ly/sfspodcast_27 * 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005) Google Podcasts (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g) Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast) * 🙏🏽 Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition via the link below. https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode 27, Ivi Casagrande Strength & Conditioning Coach at Orlando Pride, joins us.

Specifically Ivi will be looking at:

  • Transitioning from athlete to coach
  • Up/downsides to having played the sport
  • Does having played give her the edge as a coach?

About Ivi

"Ivi worked as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Orlando Pride, a professional women's
soccer team from the NWSL League for 2 seasons before moving to England at the end of September 2020. Ivi also worked as a Network Sports Scientist with US Soccer Youth National Teams from 2018 until 2020. Prior to Orlando Pride, Ivi was the Director of Sports Performance for Redline Athletics, a youth athletic training
facility in Michigan, from January 2018 until April 2019. A 2014 graduate from Bowling
Green State University with a bachelors degree in Applied Health Science and Masters in Exercise
Physiology, Ivi also worked as a Sports Performance coach for BGSU W. Soccer team from 2015-
2017, while also doing mentorships in European Clubs such as Arsenal FC (First team and
Academy teams), Aston Villa and FC Basel Academy teams. In 2016, she worked for EXOS Los
Angeles as an intern as well as LA Galaxy First Team, USL Team and Academy teams. Ivi holds XPS Sports Performance Specialist Certification from EXOS, and Mobility WOD Coach Certifications."

https://www.ivicasagrande.com/

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]]> In episode 27, Ivi Casagrande Strength & Conditioning Coach at Orlando Pride, joins us.

Specifically Ivi will be looking at:

  • Transitioning from athlete to coach
  • Up/downsides to having played the sport
  • Does having played give her the edge as a coach?

About Ivi

"Ivi worked as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Orlando Pride, a professional women's
soccer team from the NWSL League for 2 seasons before moving to England at the end of September 2020. Ivi also worked as a Network Sports Scientist with US Soccer Youth National Teams from 2018 until 2020. Prior to Orlando Pride, Ivi was the Director of Sports Performance for Redline Athletics, a youth athletic training
facility in Michigan, from January 2018 until April 2019. A 2014 graduate from Bowling
Green State University with a bachelors degree in Applied Health Science and Masters in Exercise
Physiology, Ivi also worked as a Sports Performance coach for BGSU W. Soccer team from 2015-
2017, while also doing mentorships in European Clubs such as Arsenal FC (First team and
Academy teams), Aston Villa and FC Basel Academy teams. In 2016, she worked for EXOS Los
Angeles as an intern as well as LA Galaxy First Team, USL Team and Academy teams. Ivi holds XPS Sports Performance Specialist Certification from EXOS, and Mobility WOD Coach Certifications."

https://www.ivicasagrande.com/

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]]> 15: Unleash Untapped Potential With Holistic Programming http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/15 42d69781-8570-4511-8e0e-7ede91bcfc33 Mon, 13 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 15 Unleash Untapped Potential With Holistic Programming full Science for Sport 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. 23:56 no In episode fifteen Fergus Connolly, coach, teacher, mentor, author and speaker, joins us. Specifically Fergus will be looking at: Why it is important to program from a holistic perspective How you can structure holistic training methods How these methods may differ in small vs large teams About Fergus: "Coach, teacher, mentor, author, speaker and student of success and resilience – Dr. Fergus Connolly has worked with some of the world’s leading sports, military, and business teams including Verizon, the San Francisco 49ers, University of Michigan, Liverpool FC and multiple Special Forces units." Fergus' Services: https://fergusconnolly.com/ Check out Fergus' latest book here: The Happiness Handbook for High Achievers https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B075P1MJT3?_encoding=UTF8&node=283155&offset=0&pageSize=12&searchAlias=stripbooks&sort=author-pages-popularity-rank&page=1&langFilter=default#formatSelectorHeader Instagram: @Fergus.connolly Twitter: @Fergus_Connolly Science for Sport Free Downloads: FREE TRIAL - COACH ACADEMY 7 Days Free at our brand new Coach Academy! The Coach Academy is a comprehensive online library of sports performance mini-courses that's updated every single week. Sign up for free with this link: https://bit.ly/sfspodcast_15 * * * Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition at: https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode fifteen Fergus Connolly, coach, teacher, mentor, author and speaker, joins us.

Specifically Fergus will be looking at:

  • Why it is important to program from a holistic perspective
  • How you can structure holistic training methods
  • How these methods may differ in small vs large teams

About Fergus:

"Coach, teacher, mentor, author, speaker and student of success and resilience – Dr. Fergus Connolly has worked with some of the world’s leading sports, military, and business teams including Verizon, the San Francisco 49ers, University of Michigan, Liverpool FC and multiple Special Forces units."

Fergus' Services:
https://fergusconnolly.com/

Check out Fergus' latest book here:
The Happiness Handbook for High Achievers
https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B075P1MJT3?_encoding=UTF8&node=283155&offset=0&pageSize=12&searchAlias=stripbooks&sort=author-pages-popularity-rank&page=1&langFilter=default#formatSelectorHeader

Instagram:
@Fergus.connolly

Twitter:
@Fergus_Connolly

Science for Sport Free Downloads:

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]]> In episode fifteen Fergus Connolly, coach, teacher, mentor, author and speaker, joins us.

Specifically Fergus will be looking at:

  • Why it is important to program from a holistic perspective
  • How you can structure holistic training methods
  • How these methods may differ in small vs large teams

About Fergus:

"Coach, teacher, mentor, author, speaker and student of success and resilience – Dr. Fergus Connolly has worked with some of the world’s leading sports, military, and business teams including Verizon, the San Francisco 49ers, University of Michigan, Liverpool FC and multiple Special Forces units."

Fergus' Services:
https://fergusconnolly.com/

Check out Fergus' latest book here:
The Happiness Handbook for High Achievers
https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B075P1MJT3?_encoding=UTF8&node=283155&offset=0&pageSize=12&searchAlias=stripbooks&sort=author-pages-popularity-rank&page=1&langFilter=default#formatSelectorHeader

Instagram:
@Fergus.connolly

Twitter:
@Fergus_Connolly

Science for Sport Free Downloads:

FREE TRIAL - COACH ACADEMY

7 Days Free at our brand new Coach Academy! The Coach Academy is a comprehensive online library of sports performance mini-courses that's updated every single week.

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]]> 11: Busting Bad Behaviour in Youth Populations http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/11 3c7a6e08-a9f6-4b13-879f-c047383e895a Sun, 14 Jun 2020 11:30:00 +0100 Science for Sport 11 Busting Bad Behaviour in Youth Populations full Science for Sport 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. 18:03 no In episode eleven, Tom Green, Head of Athletic Development at St Peters RC High School and Research Reviewer at Science for Sport, joins us. Specifically Tom will be looking at: Why behaviour management is important in youth populations Why consistency is key for youth athletes How to build a behaviour system About Tom: "Tom Green is the Head of Athletic Development at St Peters RC High School and youth researcher at Science for Sport. Tom currently works at Gloucester Rugby Club as a PDG coach and has formerly worked at West Bromwich Albion FC, Hartpury College, and GB Equine. Tom sits on the UKSCA special interest group for S&C in Schools." Downloadable Resources: The Science for Sport Buy-in cheatsheet is available to download here….. https://app.scienceforsport.com/buy-in-cheatsheet * * * Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition at: https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode eleven, Tom Green, Head of Athletic Development at St Peters RC High School and Research Reviewer at Science for Sport, joins us.

Specifically Tom will be looking at:

  • Why behaviour management is important in youth populations
  • Why consistency is key for youth athletes
  • How to build a behaviour system

About Tom:

"Tom Green is the Head of Athletic Development at St Peters RC High School and youth researcher at Science for Sport. Tom currently works at Gloucester Rugby Club as a PDG coach and has formerly worked at West Bromwich Albion FC, Hartpury College, and GB Equine. Tom sits on the UKSCA special interest group for S&C in Schools."

Downloadable Resources:

The Science for Sport Buy-in cheatsheet is available to download here…..
https://app.scienceforsport.com/buy-in-cheatsheet

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Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> In episode eleven, Tom Green, Head of Athletic Development at St Peters RC High School and Research Reviewer at Science for Sport, joins us.

Specifically Tom will be looking at:

  • Why behaviour management is important in youth populations
  • Why consistency is key for youth athletes
  • How to build a behaviour system

About Tom:

"Tom Green is the Head of Athletic Development at St Peters RC High School and youth researcher at Science for Sport. Tom currently works at Gloucester Rugby Club as a PDG coach and has formerly worked at West Bromwich Albion FC, Hartpury College, and GB Equine. Tom sits on the UKSCA special interest group for S&C in Schools."

Downloadable Resources:

The Science for Sport Buy-in cheatsheet is available to download here…..
https://app.scienceforsport.com/buy-in-cheatsheet

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Hawkin Dynamics

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https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> 10: COVID-Proof Your Business With Unique Culture http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/10 35f8cb8d-0777-4be8-8500-591302c7d829 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 10 COVID-Proof Your Business With Unique Culture full Science for Sport 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. 20:58 yes In episode ten, Noel Brand, co-owner of Breda Strength & Conditioning, joins us. Specifically Noel will be looking at: Why it's important to develop culture How he went about this How he made Breda S&C's own beer Specific examples of providing value for his clients About Noel: "I am the co-owner and head coach of Breda Strength & Conditioning which will have its 10 year aniversary next year. I am a former marine, I left the Royal Netherlands Marine Morps as a corperal, there I was a physical training instructor, and after 14 years I went fulltime into being a strength and conditoining coach. I deployed into afgan as a specifal forces medic with the 23rd Airbourne Marines. And at Breda S&C which is now my full time job I train a wide variey of people, gen-pop, military, military hopefulls, competitive and pro athletes and my 69 year old mum! I run the gym with my wife Sanne, we have a 4 month old daugher named Elin, and a Melgian Malinois named Odin. I'm persoanlly active in S&C, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Triathlon" Downloadable Resources: The Science for Sport Buy-in cheatsheet is available to download here….. https://app.scienceforsport.com/buy-in-cheatsheet * * * Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition at: https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode ten, Noel Brand, co-owner of Breda Strength & Conditioning, joins us.

Specifically Noel will be looking at:

  • Why it's important to develop culture
  • How he went about this
  • How he made Breda S&C's own beer
  • Specific examples of providing value for his clients

About Noel:

"I am the co-owner and head coach of Breda Strength & Conditioning which will have its 10 year aniversary next year. I am a former marine, I left the Royal Netherlands Marine Morps as a corperal, there I was a physical training instructor, and after 14 years I went fulltime into being a strength and conditoining coach. I deployed into afgan as a specifal forces medic with the 23rd Airbourne Marines. And at Breda S&C which is now my full time job I train a wide variey of people, gen-pop, military, military hopefulls, competitive and pro athletes and my 69 year old mum! I run the gym with my wife Sanne, we have a 4 month old daugher named Elin, and a Melgian Malinois named Odin. I'm persoanlly active in S&C, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Triathlon"

Downloadable Resources:

The Science for Sport Buy-in cheatsheet is available to download here…..
https://app.scienceforsport.com/buy-in-cheatsheet

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FLEX by GymAware

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Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> In episode ten, Noel Brand, co-owner of Breda Strength & Conditioning, joins us.

Specifically Noel will be looking at:

  • Why it's important to develop culture
  • How he went about this
  • How he made Breda S&C's own beer
  • Specific examples of providing value for his clients

About Noel:

"I am the co-owner and head coach of Breda Strength & Conditioning which will have its 10 year aniversary next year. I am a former marine, I left the Royal Netherlands Marine Morps as a corperal, there I was a physical training instructor, and after 14 years I went fulltime into being a strength and conditoining coach. I deployed into afgan as a specifal forces medic with the 23rd Airbourne Marines. And at Breda S&C which is now my full time job I train a wide variey of people, gen-pop, military, military hopefulls, competitive and pro athletes and my 69 year old mum! I run the gym with my wife Sanne, we have a 4 month old daugher named Elin, and a Melgian Malinois named Odin. I'm persoanlly active in S&C, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Triathlon"

Downloadable Resources:

The Science for Sport Buy-in cheatsheet is available to download here…..
https://app.scienceforsport.com/buy-in-cheatsheet

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FLEX by GymAware

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Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> 5: 7 Essentials For A University Side Hustle | Andrew Hyde http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/5 3a48d743-760b-4ba8-a776-47466696fdf0 Mon, 04 May 2020 05:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 5 7 Essentials For A University Side Hustle | Andrew Hyde full Science for Sport 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. 20:37 yes In episode five Andrew Hyde, co-founder at Aesthetic Athletics, S&C coach at Manchester Player Development and Content Manager at Science for Sport, joins us. Specifically Andrew will be looking at: Why he started his own business? How he started it The biggest challenges he faced at the start Where the venture has led him About Andrew: Andy has a degree in Sport & Exercise Science and a Masters in Strength & Conditioning from Leeds Beckett University. He is a Co-Founder and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Aesthetic Athletes. He has worked as an intern Strength & Conditioning Coach at Leeds United Ladies Regional Talent Club. He currently leads the Strength & Conditioning at Manchester Player Development in partnership with Aesthetic Athletes and is a Research Reviewer & Content Manager at Science for Sport Aesthetic Athletes https://aestheticathletes.co.uk/ Downloadable Resources: Science for Sport Ultimate S&C Networking Guide... https://app.scienceforsport.com/networking-guide * * * Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition at: https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode five Andrew Hyde, co-founder at Aesthetic Athletics, S&C coach at Manchester Player Development and Content Manager at Science for Sport, joins us.

Specifically Andrew will be looking at:

  • Why he started his own business?
  • How he started it
  • The biggest challenges he faced at the start
  • Where the venture has led him

About Andrew:

Andy has a degree in Sport & Exercise Science and a Masters in Strength & Conditioning from Leeds Beckett University. He is a Co-Founder and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Aesthetic Athletes. He has worked as an intern Strength & Conditioning Coach at Leeds United Ladies Regional Talent Club. He currently leads the Strength & Conditioning at Manchester Player Development in partnership with Aesthetic Athletes and is a Research Reviewer & Content Manager at Science for Sport

Aesthetic Athletes

https://aestheticathletes.co.uk/

Downloadable Resources:

Science for Sport Ultimate S&C Networking Guide...

https://app.scienceforsport.com/networking-guide

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Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> In episode five Andrew Hyde, co-founder at Aesthetic Athletics, S&C coach at Manchester Player Development and Content Manager at Science for Sport, joins us.

Specifically Andrew will be looking at:

  • Why he started his own business?
  • How he started it
  • The biggest challenges he faced at the start
  • Where the venture has led him

About Andrew:

Andy has a degree in Sport & Exercise Science and a Masters in Strength & Conditioning from Leeds Beckett University. He is a Co-Founder and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Aesthetic Athletes. He has worked as an intern Strength & Conditioning Coach at Leeds United Ladies Regional Talent Club. He currently leads the Strength & Conditioning at Manchester Player Development in partnership with Aesthetic Athletes and is a Research Reviewer & Content Manager at Science for Sport

Aesthetic Athletes

https://aestheticathletes.co.uk/

Downloadable Resources:

Science for Sport Ultimate S&C Networking Guide...

https://app.scienceforsport.com/networking-guide

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Thank you to our sponsors

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FLEX by GymAware

Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition at:

https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware

Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

]]> 3: How the UKSCA is taking S&C forward | Chris Bishop http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/3 e3d3eb6b-e07a-4daf-94a9-4d0257446a5b Mon, 20 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 3 How the UKSCA is taking S&C forward | Chris Bishop full Science for Sport 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. 30:46 no In episode three Chris Bishop, program leader for the MSc S&C at Middlesex University, and Chairman of the board at the UKSCA joins us. Specifically Chris will be looking at: • The state of the S&C industry at the moment • How the UKSCA encourages paid internships • Wages in S&C • How you could become a chartered S&C coach in the future About Chris: “I currently work at Middlesex University, in London in the UK, and I am the program leader in the master’s degree in strength and conditioning there, and I’ve been doing that since about 2014, I did a couple of years part time before that, and more recently since 2017 for my sins, I have been on the board of directors for the UK strength and conditioning association.” Downloadable Resources: Money Management Ebook https://app.scienceforsport.com/money-management-mastery UKSCA Intern Pack: https://www.uksca.org.uk/assets/pdfs/NewsPdfs/UKSCAinternguidespack2018.pdf UKSCA Practitioner Pathway: https://www.uksca.org.uk/assets/pdfs/NewsPdfs/UKSCAProfessionalPathway_2019.pdf * * * Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition at: https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode three Chris Bishop, program leader for the MSc S&C at Middlesex University, and Chairman of the board at the UKSCA joins us.
Specifically Chris will be looking at:

• The state of the S&C industry at the moment
• How the UKSCA encourages paid internships
• Wages in S&C
• How you could become a chartered S&C coach in the future

About Chris:

“I currently work at Middlesex University, in London in the UK, and I am the program leader in the master’s degree in strength and conditioning there, and I’ve been doing that since about 2014, I did a couple of years part time before that, and more recently since 2017 for my sins, I have been on the board of directors for the UK strength and conditioning association.”

Downloadable Resources:

Money Management Ebook
https://app.scienceforsport.com/money-management-mastery

UKSCA Intern Pack:
https://www.uksca.org.uk/assets/pdfs/NewsPdfs/UKSCA_intern_guides_pack_2018.pdf

UKSCA Practitioner Pathway:
https://www.uksca.org.uk/assets/pdfs/NewsPdfs/UKSCA_Professional_Pathway_2019.pdf
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FLEX by GymAware

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Hawkin Dynamics

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]]> In episode three Chris Bishop, program leader for the MSc S&C at Middlesex University, and Chairman of the board at the UKSCA joins us.
Specifically Chris will be looking at:

• The state of the S&C industry at the moment
• How the UKSCA encourages paid internships
• Wages in S&C
• How you could become a chartered S&C coach in the future

About Chris:

“I currently work at Middlesex University, in London in the UK, and I am the program leader in the master’s degree in strength and conditioning there, and I’ve been doing that since about 2014, I did a couple of years part time before that, and more recently since 2017 for my sins, I have been on the board of directors for the UK strength and conditioning association.”

Downloadable Resources:

Money Management Ebook
https://app.scienceforsport.com/money-management-mastery

UKSCA Intern Pack:
https://www.uksca.org.uk/assets/pdfs/NewsPdfs/UKSCA_intern_guides_pack_2018.pdf

UKSCA Practitioner Pathway:
https://www.uksca.org.uk/assets/pdfs/NewsPdfs/UKSCA_Professional_Pathway_2019.pdf
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]]> 2: FIFA's role in the COVID-19 Crisis | Andy Massey http://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/2 f95ad88b-7c6a-4745-979e-742c74e99b99 Mon, 13 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 2 FIFA's role in the COVID-19 Crisis | Andy Massey full Science for Sport 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. 21:56 no In episode two the medical director of FIFA Andy Massey joins us. Specifically Andy will be looking at: • What is the role of FIFA in the COVID-19 crisis • What are the conditioning for football resuming • What are the differences between working in club and political roles • What are his plan for the medical side of FIFA in the future. About Andy: “I started working in football back in Northern Ireland, played a little bit, and realised I wasn’t good enough to succeed at a higher level. Then I entered into the world of medicine through the back door, I started off as a physio and then decided to study medicine. When I finished studying, I started working in the Irish league. Thankfully I got a job with the national team in Northern Ireland, stayed there for four or five years and then moved over to Liverpool, was at Liverpool for nearly 7 years and finished up as the head of medical services there, before starting at FIFA as their medical director about three weeks ago” The Science for Sport '5 Must-Read Research Reviews on Injury Prevention & Rehab' document is available to download here... https://app.scienceforsport.com/5mrrr-injury-prevention-2 Here is the downloadable tool to determine whether mass gatherings can take place. Scroll down the page to see the relevant COVID-19 information. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/technical-guidance/points-of-entry-and-mass-gatherings * * * Thank you to our sponsors We'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors for supporting this amazing podcast. FLEX by GymAware Find out why VBT is such a powerful training method and what separates FLEX from the competition at: https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware Hawkin Dynamics To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts. https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode two the medical director of FIFA Andy Massey joins us.

Specifically Andy will be looking at:

• What is the role of FIFA in the COVID-19 crisis
• What are the conditioning for football resuming
• What are the differences between working in club and political roles
• What are his plan for the medical side of FIFA in the future.

About Andy:

“I started working in football back in Northern Ireland, played a little bit, and realised I wasn’t good enough to succeed at a higher level. Then I entered into the world of medicine through the back door, I started off as a physio and then decided to study medicine. When I finished studying, I started working in the Irish league. Thankfully I got a job with the national team in Northern Ireland, stayed there for four or five years and then moved over to Liverpool, was at Liverpool for nearly 7 years and finished up as the head of medical services there, before starting at FIFA as their medical director about three weeks ago”

The Science for Sport '5 Must-Read Research Reviews on Injury Prevention & Rehab' document is available to download here...
https://app.scienceforsport.com/5mrrr-injury-prevention-2

Here is the downloadable tool to determine whether mass gatherings can take place. Scroll down the page to see the relevant COVID-19 information.
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/technical-guidance/points-of-entry-and-mass-gatherings

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FLEX by GymAware

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Hawkin Dynamics

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Links:

]]> In episode two the medical director of FIFA Andy Massey joins us.

Specifically Andy will be looking at:

• What is the role of FIFA in the COVID-19 crisis
• What are the conditioning for football resuming
• What are the differences between working in club and political roles
• What are his plan for the medical side of FIFA in the future.

About Andy:

“I started working in football back in Northern Ireland, played a little bit, and realised I wasn’t good enough to succeed at a higher level. Then I entered into the world of medicine through the back door, I started off as a physio and then decided to study medicine. When I finished studying, I started working in the Irish league. Thankfully I got a job with the national team in Northern Ireland, stayed there for four or five years and then moved over to Liverpool, was at Liverpool for nearly 7 years and finished up as the head of medical services there, before starting at FIFA as their medical director about three weeks ago”

The Science for Sport '5 Must-Read Research Reviews on Injury Prevention & Rehab' document is available to download here...
https://app.scienceforsport.com/5mrrr-injury-prevention-2

Here is the downloadable tool to determine whether mass gatherings can take place. Scroll down the page to see the relevant COVID-19 information.
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/technical-guidance/points-of-entry-and-mass-gatherings

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FLEX by GymAware

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https://bit.ly/FLEX-gymaware

Hawkin Dynamics

To learn more about force plates and Hawkin Dynamics, check out their blog which is full of educational and practical blog posts.

https://bit.ly/hawkin-dynamics

Links:

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