Science for Sport Podcast
Behind the Scenes of Elite Performance – Unlocking the Science, Stories, and Strategies That Make the Best Even Better
Displaying 8 items of Science for Sport Podcast with the tag "sports innovation".
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286: NFL’s Digital Athlete – How Data is Transforming Player Health & Safety
September 22nd, 2025 | 26 mins 27 secs
athlete monitoring, aws, biomechanics, computer vision, concussion prevention, data analytics, digital athlete, injury prevention, load management, machine learning, nfl, performance analysis, player health, player safety, rule changes, sports data, sports innovation, sports performance, sports science, sports technology
This episode dives into the NFL’s groundbreaking Digital Athlete, as host Richard Graves speaks with Dr Mackenzie Herzog (NFL) and Julie Souza (AWS) about how data and AI are transforming player health, safety, and performance.
Discover how advanced analytics, computer vision, and machine learning are driving injury prevention, rule changes, and equipment innovation across the league. -
264: Catapult's Vector 8: The Future of Athlete Monitoring Unveiled
April 21st, 2025 | 41 mins 35 secs
ai in sports, athlete monitoring, athlete performance, catapult, coaching strategies, coaching tools, data analytics, data-driven decisions, elite athletes, injury prevention, performance optimization, professional sports, real-time data, sports analytics, sports innovation, sports science, sports technology, technology in sports, vector 8, wearable technology
In this episode of the Science for Sport podcast, we chat with Jacques Groenewald, Vice President of Engineering at Catapult, about the revolutionary Vector 8 system. Discover how this cutting-edge technology is set to transform athlete monitoring and performance optimisation, enabling real-time data analysis and enhancing decision-making for coaches and athletes alike.
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259: Every Impact Matters: The Game-Changing Initiative
March 17th, 2025 | 28 mins 55 secs
athlete development, athlete monitoring, athletic performance, coaching technology, denver broncos, football safety, impact analysis, injury prevention, nfl, performance data, player safety, smart technology, sports analytics, sports data, sports education, sports innovation, sports research, sports science, sports technology, youth sports
Join us as we explore how the Denver Broncos Foundation and Riddell are revolutionising youth sport through an unprecedented state-wide smart helmet initiative. Discover how real-time impact data from 13,000 athletes is transforming player safety and coaching methodology, potentially creating the blueprint for the future of contact sports. This groundbreaking programme isn't just changing football in Colorado - it's reshaping how we think about youth sport safety worldwide.
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258: League Two to Premier League: Football's Greatest Underdog Story
March 10th, 2025 | 36 mins 6 secs
athletic performance, athletic recovery, athletic training, elite athletics, elite performance, elite sport, football analytics, football coaching, football development, football fitness, football injuries, football management, football performance, football psychology, football science, football training, gps training, luton town, mental resilience, performance analysis, performance coach, player development, premier league, premier league fitness, professional football, professional soccer, recovery techniques, sports data, sports innovation, sports leadership, sports medicine, sports performance, sports psychology, sports recovery, sports science, sports technology
Former Luton Town Head of Performance Jared Roberts-Smith takes listeners behind the scenes of football's remarkable evolution, sharing insider insights from his 14-year journey from League Two to the Premier League while revealing the cutting-edge performance methods that are transforming the modern game.
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256: Catapult: Rugby's Game-Changing Data Revolution
February 24th, 2025 | 34 mins 49 secs
athlete management, athlete monitoring, catapult, concussion prevention, data analytics, elite sport, gps tracking, high performance, injury prevention, performance analysis, performance metrics, player analytics, player load, player safety, player welfare, professional rugby, rugby development, rugby performance, rugby technology, rugby union, smart mouthguard, sports broadcasting, sports data, sports innovation, sports science, sports technology, sportstech, tom may, training load, womens rugby
Join former international rugby player Tom May, now Head of Global Rugby at Catapult Sports, as he reveals how cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing rugby from traditional 'brute force' approaches to data-driven decision making. From GPS tracking to smart mouthguards, discover how advanced analytics are transforming player performance, safety, and the future of the sport at all levels
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252: How to Maximise Athlete Performance & Recovery
January 27th, 2025 | 29 mins 21 secs
athlete recovery, athlete wellness, coaching insights, elite athlete training, elite performance, fitness optimisation, football training, high-performance sport, injury prevention, leinster rugby, performance apparel, performance coaching, peter tierney, professional sports training, recovery strategies, recovery techniques, rugby performance, sports analytics, sports coaching, sports data, sports innovation, sports nutrition, sports performance, sports science, sports science podcast, sports technology, strength and conditioning, stuart lancaster, training intensity, wearable technology
From winning the Heineken Cup with Leinster Rugby to shaping the future of athlete recovery and performance data, Dr Peter Tierney shares key insights from his diverse career. Discover the biggest mistakes in replicating success, the science behind tailored recovery strategies, and how wearable tech is transforming sport.
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250: The Science for Sport Story
January 13th, 2025 | 25 mins 51 secs
athlete development, athlete performance, cardiff city fc, coaching, coaching tips, evidence-based training, fitness education, football, online learning, owen walker, podcast, professional sports, recovery methods, science for sport, sports careers, sports education, sports industry, sports innovation, sports mentorship, sports performance, sports podcast, sports research, sports science, sports scientists, sports technology, strength and conditioning
In The Science for Sport Story, founder Owen Walker shares how his journey from aspiring footballer to sports scientist led to creating the world’s leading sports science platform. Hosted by Richard Graves, this episode explores the vision, impact, and future of Science for Sport. A must-listen for sports enthusiasts and professionals alike!
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249: The Untold Evolution of Sports Medicine
January 6th, 2025 | 32 mins 9 secs
ai in sports, athlete performance, dave hancock, elite sport, injury prevention, injury recovery, leeds united, new york knicks, performance teams, personalised care, podcast, professional sport, richard graves, science for sport, sports data, sports innovation, sports insights, sports management, sports medicine, sports rehab, sports science, sports technology, strength and conditioning
Join host Richard Graves as he talks to sports performance pioneer Dave Hancock, whose career spans over three decades in elite sport. From Leeds United to the New York Knicks, Dave shares insights into how data, AI, and personalised athlete care are revolutionising sports science. Discover the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of elite athlete management in this must-listen episode.