Science for Sport Podcast
Behind the Scenes of Elite Performance – Unlocking the Science, Stories, and Strategies That Make the Best Even Better
Displaying items 11-20 of 43 in total of Science for Sport Podcast with the tag "strength and conditioning".
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282: AI in the Weight Room: Jacob Rothman on the Future of Velocity-Based Training
August 25th, 2025 | 25 mins 11 secs
ai in sport, ai in strength and conditioning, athlete health, athlete monitoring, athlete monitoring systems, athlete readiness, athletic performance, camera based training tech, catapult sports, data-driven training, elite sport performance, gym technology for athletes, injury prevention, lsu football training, perch technology, performance analytics, sports analytics, sports coaching technology, sports data integration, sports performance data, sports science, sports science podcast, sports technology, strength and conditioning, strength training, training optimisation, vbt, velocity based training, velocity tracking, weight room technology
This week, host Richard Graves talks with Jacob Rothman, founder of Perch and now Head of Strength at Catapult, about how AI-powered, camera-based technology is transforming strength and conditioning in elite sport. Discover how Perch’s integration with Catapult is helping teams connect weight-room data with on-field performance to drive smarter, safer training decisions.
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280: Sports Science at the Intersection of Youth and Professional Football with Luke Harris
August 11th, 2025 | 31 mins 32 secs
a-league, athlete recovery, athletic performance, elite athlete development, football coaching, football fitness, force plates, gps tracking, injury prevention, physical preparation, player development, sports data, sports performance, sports science, sports science insights, sports science technology, sports technology, strength and conditioning, women’s football, youth football, youth to pro transition
Luke Harris, Head of Strength & Conditioning and Sports Science at Adelaide United, manages the development of both youth and women's teams, focusing on individualized athlete care and performance optimization. With expertise in integrating technology and building player relationships, Luke is dedicated to driving success through a balance of team goals and personal development.
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277: Is Youth Football in Crisis? With Andrew Hyde
July 21st, 2025 | 31 mins 54 secs
academy football, athlete wellbeing, coaching, early specialisation, football, long-term athlete development, maturation, multisport, parental pressure, performance, social media in sport, sport psychology, strength and conditioning, talent development, youth development
In this episode, strength and conditioning coach Andrew Hyde explores the pressures facing young footballers, from early specialisation to social media and parental expectations. He shares practical insights on how coaches and parents can better support long-term athlete development while keeping the joy in sport.
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276: Coaching Through Rehab with Michael Carolan
July 14th, 2025 | 35 mins 27 secs
acl rehab, athlete rehab, coaching injured athletes, coaching psychology, communication in sport, elite athlete rehab, functional training, injury prevention, injury recovery, load management, mental health in athletes, performance coaching, professional sport rehab, rehab coaching, rehab protocols, return to play, sport performance, sports rehabilitation, sports science, strength and conditioning
In this episode, performance coach and rehab expert Michael Carolan shares his athlete-first approach to coaching through injury, blending science, communication, and real-world experience. From pro footballers to military personnel, Michael explains how tailored rehab, psychological support, and smart coaching can turn setbacks into comebacks.
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274: The Truth About Blood Flow Restriction with Dr. Warren Bradley
June 30th, 2025 | 25 mins 38 secs
athlete recovery, athletic recovery, bfr training, blood flow restriction, elite athlete training, endurance training, exercise physiology, fitness innovation, hytro, injury rehab, muscle growth, nasa training, performance coaching, professional sports, space training, sports performance, sports science, strength and conditioning, strength training, wearable fitness technology
Dr. Warren Bradley is the Founder and Chief Science Officer of Hytro, a pioneer in blood flow restriction (BFR) wearables. With a PhD in Exercise Physiology and over a decade working in elite sport, he’s helped make BFR training accessible to athletes at all levels, from Premier League stars to grassroots performers.
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273: Creating Complete Athletes
June 23rd, 2025 | 34 mins 46 secs
athlete development, athlete wellbeing, coaching athletes, coaching science, elite athletes, elite performance, extrinsic motivation, high performance sport, imposter syndrome, intrinsic motivation, mental performance, motivation in sport, performance mindset, psychological safety, sport coaching, sport neuroscience, sports psychology, sports science, strength and conditioning, youth athlete development
Sports scientist and psychologist Julia Eyre joins Richard Graves to explore what it really takes to develop complete, high-performing athletes. From motivation and mindset to imposter syndrome and psychological safety, this episode challenges conventional thinking in elite sport.
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271: Strength First: Why It Underpins Everything
June 9th, 2025 | 28 mins 21 secs
athletic development, coaching, elite sport, gps data, high performance, injury prevention, performance coaching, periodisation, physical preparation, player monitoring, player wellbeing, power training, preseason planning, return to play, robustness, rugby league, rugby performance, rugby union, sports science, strength and conditioning
Leicester Tigers’ Head of Performance, Matt Parr, shares insights from coaching across both rugby union and league. From building strength and robustness to managing return-to-play and player wellbeing, this episode dives deep into the science behind elite performance.
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270: Dr. James Morehen on Fueling England Rugby Through the Six Nations
June 2nd, 2025 | 43 mins 26 secs
athlete recovery, elite sport, england rugby, england rugby team, fuelling athletes, james morehen, match day nutrition, nutrition for athletes, performance nutrition, post match recovery, professional rugby, rugby nutrition, rugby podcast, rugby preparation, rugby science, six nations, sports nutrition, sports performance, sports science, strength and conditioning
In this episode, Dr. James Morehen, lead performance nutritionist for England Rugby, takes us inside the Six Nations to reveal how elite players are fuelled, recovered, and prepared for peak performance. From halftime gels to post-match sushi, he shares practical insights into the strategies behind one of the world’s toughest tournaments.
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266: Blending Science, Rehab and Reality in Elite Football
May 5th, 2025 | 30 mins 33 secs
athlete wellbeing, athletic training, catapult sports, elite sport, football analytics, football performance, injury prevention, load management, mls, multidisciplinary teams, performance coaching, performance optimisation, player monitoring, rehabilitation, return to play, seattle sounders, sports medicine, sports science, sports technology, strength and conditioning
Athletic Trainer Scott Armistead joins the Science for Sport podcast to share his journey from New Zealand to the MLS, offering candid insights into injury rehab, player trust, and performance optimisation. With real-world examples from FC Cincinnati and Seattle Sounders, this episode explores the power of multidisciplinary teamwork and cutting through data overload.
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263: Secrets of Success: What Makes Teams Thrive?
April 14th, 2025 | 28 mins 39 secs
athlete development, coaching leadership, coaching strategies, diversity in sports, overcoming adversity, performance consultant, podcast episode, rugby league, rugby union, science for sport, sports performance, sports science, sports training, strength and conditioning, team dynamics, technology in sports
In this episode of the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves speaks with performance consultant Tom Clough, who shares his insights on sports performance, leadership, and the importance of connection within teams. Join them as they explore Tom's journey in strength and conditioning, the role of diversity in sports, and how technology can enhance athletic development.