Science for Sport Podcast

255: The Post-Workout Mistake Elite Athletes Never Make

February 17th, 2025  |  28 mins 50 secs

amateur athlete, athletic performance, athletic recovery, creatine, cricket, electrolytes, elite athletes, endurance training, evidence based nutrition, fitness advice, fitness goals, food first, football, healthy eating, hydration, leeds united, leicestershire cricket, marathon, marathon training, nutrition education, nutrition science, nutrition tips, performance nutrition, performance optimization, post workout recovery, pre workout nutrition, professional sports, protein, recovery, rugby, running, sport performance, sport science, sports nutrition, sports nutritionist, sports science podcast, supplements, training tips, vitamin d, weekend warrior, youth athletes

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

243: Beyond the Game: Rugby League Stars on Sacrifice, Resilience, and Reinvention

November 25th, 2024  |  28 mins 47 secs

athlete longevity, ben jones-bishop, fitness and recovery, head injuries in sport, hull fc, leeds rhinos, player welfare, rugby coaching, rugby evolution, rugby league, rugby league world cup, s&c, scott taylor, sport, sport science

Rugby League legends Scott Taylor and Ben Jones-Bishop share the highs, lows, and untold truths of their incredible careers. From Grand Final triumphs to the challenges of staying at the top, they dive into the evolution of the game, player welfare, and life beyond the pitch. A must-listen for fans of the sport!

241: The Data Revolution in Sport: Insights from Elite Sports Analysts on Optimising Performance

November 11th, 2024  |  31 mins 29 secs

analytics, athletes, data, datainsports, football, performanceanalysis, premierleagueathleteperformance, sport, sport science, sportsanalytics, sportsdata

Welcome to the Science for Sport podcast—where science meets performance! Dive into the minds of leading sports scientists, data analysts, and elite athletes as we explore the cutting-edge strategies transforming the sports industry. From injury prevention and performance optimisation to breakthroughs in data analytics, we cover the topics that keep professional and aspiring sports professionals ahead of the game. Hosted by experts in the field, each episode delivers insider knowledge, practical tips, and inspiring insights you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you're in the sports industry, an athlete, or simply passionate about science in sport, hit ‘subscribe’ and join our community of listeners eager to elevate their game.

Don’t just follow the trends—stay ahead of them with Science for Sport!

240: Goodbye: The End Of An Era

November 4th, 2024  |  31 mins 53 secs

football, olympics, paralympics, sport science, strength, strength and conditioning, training, workout

Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…

This entertaining podcast explores:

• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.

Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.

Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:

• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking 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.

237: Optimise Training Transfer For Maximal On-Pitch Performance

October 14th, 2024  |  23 mins 43 secs

jumping, running, sport, sport science, sprinting, strength and conditioning, training, transfer, workout

Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…

This entertaining podcast explores:

• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.

Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events affecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.

Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:

• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking 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.

230: All Those PhDs And Not A Single Smart Person

August 26th, 2024  |  29 mins 34 secs

american football, coaching, crossfit, football, health, rugby, soccer, sport, sport science, strength and conditioninig, training

Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…

This entertaining podcast explores:

• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.

Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events effecting the world of sport, such as COVID-19 and gene doping.

Though anyone is welcome to join us on this journey, this podcast is primarily for:

• S&C coaches/sports scientists
• Physiotherapists
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Physical education teachers
• Sports enthusiasts
• Knowledge-seeking 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.

229: Judo: How To Prepare For The Paris 2024 Olympics

August 19th, 2024  |  20 mins 46 secs

combat sport, fighting, judo, martial arts, olympics, power, science, speed, sport science, strength

Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…

This entertaining podcast explores:

• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.

Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events 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.

221: Unlock Performance Potential With Jump Profiling

June 24th, 2024  |  29 mins 43 secs

athletics, countermovement jump, jump, jumping, plyometrics, power, profile, science, sport science, strength, testing, training, weightlifting

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.

219: Rocket Your Career With The Perfect Placement

June 10th, 2024  |  29 mins 22 secs

football, internship, nutrition, placement, soccer, sport psychology, sport science, strength and conditioning, student, study, university

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.

216: How To Rehab From A 1% Chance To Live

May 20th, 2024  |  22 mins 49 secs

athlete, brain injury, coach, injury, physio, rehab, rehabilitation, science, sport science, strength coach, therapist, trainer, workout

Come with us as we delve into the mysterious and exciting world of sports science…

This entertaining podcast explores:

• The science behind the world’s best athletes.
• Current issues and events in the world of sport.
• How to master the art and science of coaching.

Every Monday, Matt Solomon chats with various experts to uncover the science and secrets behind what makes the best athletes in the world so damn good at what they do. They’ll also dive into global issues and events 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.