app03 Sun, 15 Nov 2026 00:41:20 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Science for Sport Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Swimming” https://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/tags/swimming Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000 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 343: The Enhanced Games: Performance, Risk and Athlete Choice https://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/343 173f274a-2315-46bf-a483-436f037100a6 Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Science for Sport 343 The Enhanced Games: Performance, Risk and Athlete Choice full Science for Sport Richard Graves speaks with Enhanced co-founder and CEO Maximilian Martin about the Enhanced Games and the debate surrounding performance-enhancing substances in sport. They discuss athlete choice, medical oversight, informed consent and the inaugural event’s performances, while examining questions about long-term health and the wider responsibilities of promoting enhancement. Maximilian presents Enhanced’s position, with Richard questioning its implications for athletes and sport. 33:29 no <p>Where should sport draw the line on performance enhancement, and who should decide?<br> This week, Richard Graves welcomes Maximilian Martin, co-founder and CEO of Enhanced, the company behind the Enhanced Games, to discuss one of sport’s most controversial subjects: a competition that permits certain performance-enhancing substances prohibited in mainstream sport.</p> <p>Maximilian explains the thinking behind the Games and makes his case for a different approach to athlete choice, medical oversight and competition. Richard questions what medical supervision involves, how athletes are informed about potential consequences, and the distinction between monitoring health and establishing long-term safety.<br> They also reflect on the inaugural event in Las Vegas, why performances did not always match expectations, and how training, technique and the demands of competition remain central to results. Maximilian shares his interpretation of the athletes’ performances and discusses the role he believes recovery played in their preparation.<br> For practitioners, coaches and anyone following the debate, this conversation examines the tensions between sporting rules, individual choice and athlete welfare. It also considers the responsibilities that come with promoting enhancement to a wider audience, including the potential influence on younger people.</p> <p><strong>In this episode you will learn</strong></p> <ul> <li>How Maximilian defines “enhanced” competition and how its rules differ from mainstream sport.</li> <li>His reasoning for allowing certain performance-enhancing substances under medical supervision.</li> <li>How he describes Enhanced’s athlete screening, monitoring and individual preparation programmes.</li> <li>The questions Richard raises about informed consent, potential side effects and Why allowing enhancement does not remove the importance of training, technique and competition-day performance.</li> <li>What Maximilian believes the inaugural Games revealed about preparation, recovery and personal bests.</li> <li>How he responds to concerns about role models, younger audiences and the wider influence of the Games.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Maximilian Martin</strong><br> Maximilian Martin is the co-founder and CEO of Enhanced, the company behind the Enhanced Games. Originally from Germany, he began his career in investment banking in London before moving into entrepreneurship, including a business in Bitcoin mining. In this episode, he discusses his involvement in developing Enhanced and presents the organisation’s position on performance enhancement in sport.</p> <p>The views and opinions expressed by the guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the podcast, Science for Sport or its affiliates.</p> <p><strong>FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL</strong></p> <p><strong>SIGN UP NOW:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241</a></p> <p>​ Learn Quicker &amp; More Effectively<br> ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery<br> ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In<br> ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese<br> ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More<br> ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance<br> ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes<br> ​ Save Yourself The Stress &amp; Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research</p> sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries Where should sport draw the line on performance enhancement, and who should decide?
This week, Richard Graves welcomes Maximilian Martin, co-founder and CEO of Enhanced, the company behind the Enhanced Games, to discuss one of sport’s most controversial subjects: a competition that permits certain performance-enhancing substances prohibited in mainstream sport.

Maximilian explains the thinking behind the Games and makes his case for a different approach to athlete choice, medical oversight and competition. Richard questions what medical supervision involves, how athletes are informed about potential consequences, and the distinction between monitoring health and establishing long-term safety.
They also reflect on the inaugural event in Las Vegas, why performances did not always match expectations, and how training, technique and the demands of competition remain central to results. Maximilian shares his interpretation of the athletes’ performances and discusses the role he believes recovery played in their preparation.
For practitioners, coaches and anyone following the debate, this conversation examines the tensions between sporting rules, individual choice and athlete welfare. It also considers the responsibilities that come with promoting enhancement to a wider audience, including the potential influence on younger people.

In this episode you will learn

  • How Maximilian defines “enhanced” competition and how its rules differ from mainstream sport.
  • His reasoning for allowing certain performance-enhancing substances under medical supervision.
  • How he describes Enhanced’s athlete screening, monitoring and individual preparation programmes.
  • The questions Richard raises about informed consent, potential side effects and Why allowing enhancement does not remove the importance of training, technique and competition-day performance.
  • What Maximilian believes the inaugural Games revealed about preparation, recovery and personal bests.
  • How he responds to concerns about role models, younger audiences and the wider influence of the Games.

About Maximilian Martin
Maximilian Martin is the co-founder and CEO of Enhanced, the company behind the Enhanced Games. Originally from Germany, he began his career in investment banking in London before moving into entrepreneurship, including a business in Bitcoin mining. In this episode, he discusses his involvement in developing Enhanced and presents the organisation’s position on performance enhancement in sport.

The views and opinions expressed by the guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the podcast, Science for Sport or its affiliates.

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]]> Where should sport draw the line on performance enhancement, and who should decide?
This week, Richard Graves welcomes Maximilian Martin, co-founder and CEO of Enhanced, the company behind the Enhanced Games, to discuss one of sport’s most controversial subjects: a competition that permits certain performance-enhancing substances prohibited in mainstream sport.

Maximilian explains the thinking behind the Games and makes his case for a different approach to athlete choice, medical oversight and competition. Richard questions what medical supervision involves, how athletes are informed about potential consequences, and the distinction between monitoring health and establishing long-term safety.
They also reflect on the inaugural event in Las Vegas, why performances did not always match expectations, and how training, technique and the demands of competition remain central to results. Maximilian shares his interpretation of the athletes’ performances and discusses the role he believes recovery played in their preparation.
For practitioners, coaches and anyone following the debate, this conversation examines the tensions between sporting rules, individual choice and athlete welfare. It also considers the responsibilities that come with promoting enhancement to a wider audience, including the potential influence on younger people.

In this episode you will learn

  • How Maximilian defines “enhanced” competition and how its rules differ from mainstream sport.
  • His reasoning for allowing certain performance-enhancing substances under medical supervision.
  • How he describes Enhanced’s athlete screening, monitoring and individual preparation programmes.
  • The questions Richard raises about informed consent, potential side effects and Why allowing enhancement does not remove the importance of training, technique and competition-day performance.
  • What Maximilian believes the inaugural Games revealed about preparation, recovery and personal bests.
  • How he responds to concerns about role models, younger audiences and the wider influence of the Games.

About Maximilian Martin
Maximilian Martin is the co-founder and CEO of Enhanced, the company behind the Enhanced Games. Originally from Germany, he began his career in investment banking in London before moving into entrepreneurship, including a business in Bitcoin mining. In this episode, he discusses his involvement in developing Enhanced and presents the organisation’s position on performance enhancement in sport.

The views and opinions expressed by the guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the podcast, Science for Sport or its affiliates.

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]]> 233: Swim Faster Than Ever With Elite-Level Strength https://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/233 95c31f3d-9eae-4efc-b373-32bd2ca89587 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 233 Swim Faster Than Ever With Elite-Level Strength 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 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. 18:47 no <p>In episode 233 Michel Verkade, S&amp;C Coach at TeamNL, joins us.</p> <p>Specifically Michel will be looking at:</p> <ul> <li>Importance of strength in swimming</li> <li>Importance of core training</li> <li>What S&amp;C can add when athletes are strong enough</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Michel</strong></p> <p>"Michel Verkade is an S&amp;C coach for the Dutch Women’s Waterpolo and Para-Swimming teams. A former teacher in physical education with a small career in Waterpolo, he also has experience in volleyball, motorsports (MXgp, Moto2, WSBK and Formula 2). However, he is specialised in water based sports."</p> <p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michel-verkade-35335234/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michel-verkade-35335234/</a></p> <p><strong>Nominate future podcast guests here!</strong></p> <p>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.</p> <p><a href="https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/</a></p> <p><strong>FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL</strong></p> <p><strong>SIGN UP NOW:</strong> </p> <p><a href="https://bit.ly/sfsepisode233" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bit.ly/sfsepisode233</a></p> <p><strong>JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM:</strong> </p> <p><a href="https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/</a></p> <p>​ Learn Quicker &amp; More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family<br> ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery<br> ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In<br> ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese<br> ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More<br> ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance<br> ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes<br> ​ Save Yourself The Stress &amp; Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research</p> <h3>🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005" rel="nofollow noopener">Apple Podcasts</a></li> <li><a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&amp;ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA" rel="nofollow noopener">Google Podcasts</a></li> <li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g" rel="nofollow noopener">Spotify</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast" rel="nofollow noopener">Stitcher</a></li> </ul> sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode 233 Michel Verkade, S&C Coach at TeamNL, joins us.

Specifically Michel will be looking at:

  • Importance of strength in swimming
  • Importance of core training
  • What S&C can add when athletes are strong enough

About Michel

"Michel Verkade is an S&C coach for the Dutch Women’s Waterpolo and Para-Swimming teams. A former teacher in physical education with a small career in Waterpolo, he also has experience in volleyball, motorsports (MXgp, Moto2, WSBK and Formula 2). However, he is specialised in water based sports."

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]]> In episode 233 Michel Verkade, S&C Coach at TeamNL, joins us.

Specifically Michel will be looking at:

  • Importance of strength in swimming
  • Importance of core training
  • What S&C can add when athletes are strong enough

About Michel

"Michel Verkade is an S&C coach for the Dutch Women’s Waterpolo and Para-Swimming teams. A former teacher in physical education with a small career in Waterpolo, he also has experience in volleyball, motorsports (MXgp, Moto2, WSBK and Formula 2). However, he is specialised in water based sports."

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]]> 122: Minimising The Interference Effect: How To Stop Aerobic Training From Killing Your Strength Gains https://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/122 9fb322d7-5279-4bb9-b288-5ee591299c04 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 02:00:00 +0100 Science for Sport 122 Minimising The Interference Effect: How To Stop Aerobic Training From Killing Your Strength Gains 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. 29:17 no <p>In episode 122, Theo Pickles, Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach at TeamNL, joins us.</p> <p>Specifically Theo will be looking at:</p> <ul> <li>Importance of the Interference Effect</li> <li>How to combine strength and endurance training for optimum results</li> <li>What other sports can learn from Rowing and Swimming periodisation</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Theo</strong></p> <p>"Theo has been working in elite sport for over 15 years in a wide variety of sports including para-athletics, rugby, AFL, cricket, swimming, rowing and basketball. As a strength and conditioning coach he has travelled the world, starting in Australia to Bangladesh, the UK, Belgium and for the last 13 years in the Netherlands. At the TeamNL he has contributed to 15 Olympic medals in that time and is now the Athletic Performance Manager of the Orange Lions Academy Basketball Team where he combines mulitpile roles of strength and conditioning coach, sports scientist and performance manager. "</p> <p>Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/theopickles</p> <p>ASCA L1: <a href="https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/level-01-international-course-dates/netherlands-asca-level-1-s-c-coach-accreditation-course-november-2022" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/level-01-international-course-dates/netherlands-asca-level-1-s-c-coach-accreditation-course-november-2022</a></p> <p>ASCA L2: <a href="https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/associate-l2-international-course-dates/netherlands-asca-associate-l2-s-c-coach-accreditation-course-september-october-2022" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/associate-l2-international-course-dates/netherlands-asca-associate-l2-s-c-coach-accreditation-course-september-october-2022</a></p> <p><strong>FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL</strong></p> <p><strong>SIGN UP NOW:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/sfsepisode122" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bit.ly/sfsepisode122</a></p> <p>Learn Quicker &amp; More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family<br> Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery<br> Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In<br> Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese<br> Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More<br> Improve Your Athletes' Performance<br> Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes<br> Save Yourself The Stress &amp; Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research</p> <h3>🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast/id1506431005" rel="nofollow noopener">Apple Podcasts</a></li> <li><a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5maXJlc2lkZS5mbS9zY2llbmNlZm9yc3BvcnQvcnNz?sa=X&amp;ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwj43vyLxbrrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA" rel="nofollow noopener">Google Podcasts</a></li> <li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5DZlm3bNyPQd1QknUxCWTz?si=yHWOt3LORfeGgp7i31ey8g" rel="nofollow noopener">Spotify</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/science-for-sport-podcast" rel="nofollow noopener">Stitcher</a></li> </ul> sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries In episode 122, Theo Pickles, Strength & Conditioning Coach at TeamNL, joins us.

Specifically Theo will be looking at:

  • Importance of the Interference Effect
  • How to combine strength and endurance training for optimum results
  • What other sports can learn from Rowing and Swimming periodisation

About Theo

"Theo has been working in elite sport for over 15 years in a wide variety of sports including para-athletics, rugby, AFL, cricket, swimming, rowing and basketball. As a strength and conditioning coach he has travelled the world, starting in Australia to Bangladesh, the UK, Belgium and for the last 13 years in the Netherlands. At the TeamNL he has contributed to 15 Olympic medals in that time and is now the Athletic Performance Manager of the Orange Lions Academy Basketball Team where he combines mulitpile roles of strength and conditioning coach, sports scientist and performance manager. "

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/theopickles

ASCA L1: https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/level-01-international-course-dates/netherlands-asca-level-1-s-c-coach-accreditation-course-november-2022

ASCA L2: https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/associate-l2-international-course-dates/netherlands-asca-associate-l2-s-c-coach-accreditation-course-september-october-2022

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]]> In episode 122, Theo Pickles, Strength & Conditioning Coach at TeamNL, joins us.

Specifically Theo will be looking at:

  • Importance of the Interference Effect
  • How to combine strength and endurance training for optimum results
  • What other sports can learn from Rowing and Swimming periodisation

About Theo

"Theo has been working in elite sport for over 15 years in a wide variety of sports including para-athletics, rugby, AFL, cricket, swimming, rowing and basketball. As a strength and conditioning coach he has travelled the world, starting in Australia to Bangladesh, the UK, Belgium and for the last 13 years in the Netherlands. At the TeamNL he has contributed to 15 Olympic medals in that time and is now the Athletic Performance Manager of the Orange Lions Academy Basketball Team where he combines mulitpile roles of strength and conditioning coach, sports scientist and performance manager. "

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/theopickles

ASCA L1: https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/level-01-international-course-dates/netherlands-asca-level-1-s-c-coach-accreditation-course-november-2022

ASCA L2: https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/associate-l2-international-course-dates/netherlands-asca-associate-l2-s-c-coach-accreditation-course-september-october-2022

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