app03 Sun, 15 Nov 2026 13:43:19 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Science for Sport Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Training Adaptation” https://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/tags/training%20adaptation 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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​ 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

]]> 301: Training for the Unknown: Olympic BMX Freestyle with Brian Roy https://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/301 6f2254b4-407f-4c63-a25d-dad0e5fd214b Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Science for Sport 301 Training for the Unknown: Olympic BMX Freestyle with Brian Roy full Science for Sport Brian Roy joins the Science for Sport Podcast to unpack the unique demands of Olympic BMX Freestyle and why traditional strength and conditioning models often fall short in action sports. Drawing on a decade of experience, he shares how adaptable, athlete-led approaches, resilience training and emerging technology are shaping performance in a sport with no rulebook. 24:01 no <p>This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Brian Roy, a strength and conditioning coach who has spent the past decade working at the sharp end of action and lifestyle sports, including Olympic BMX Freestyle.<br> BMX Freestyle is still a relative newcomer to the Olympic programme, but its physical demands, injury risks and performance challenges are unlike almost any traditional sport. In this episode, Brian shares his unconventional journey into elite sport, from personal training and postgraduate study to travelling the world with BMX athletes on the global stage.<br> Together, Richard and Brian explore what it really takes to prepare athletes for a sport defined by explosive power, aerial skill, high-impact landings and constant travel. Brian offers a refreshingly honest perspective on athlete buy-in, bespoke programming, and why traditional strength testing and rigid systems don’t always transfer to non-traditional sports.<br> This is a fascinating conversation for sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and anyone interested in how performance support adapts when the sport doesn’t fit neatly into a textbook.</p> <p><strong>In this episode you will learn</strong></p> <ul> <li>The unique physiological and biomechanical demands of BMX Freestyle competition</li> <li>How to prepare athletes for repeated 60-second, maximal-effort runs across a full competition day</li> <li>Why traditional strength testing and gym-based metrics don’t always translate to action sports</li> <li>How Brian adapted training around constant travel, limited gym access, and athlete preferences</li> <li>Practical strategies for building resilience and reducing injury risk in high-impact sports</li> <li>Why athlete buy-in often comes from listening, adapting, and being present rather than enforcing systems</li> <li>How emerging video and motion-analysis technology could shape the future of training in BMX Freestyle and similar sports</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Brian Roy</strong><br> Brian Roy is a strength and conditioning coach with over 10 years’ experience working in action and lifestyle sports. He holds a Master’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and is currently undertaking further postgraduate study in Applied Sports Science Analytics.<br> Brian has worked closely with elite BMX Freestyle athletes on the international stage, including those competing at the Olympic Games, and has developed a reputation for adaptable, athlete-centred training approaches. His work focuses on performance, resilience, and real-world transfer rather than rigid adherence to traditional testing models.<br> Brian regularly shares insights from his work on LinkedIn and Instagram, where he discusses training philosophy, emerging technology, and lessons learned from working in non-traditional sports environments.</p> sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries, BMX freestyle, strength and conditioning, sports science, action sports, Olympic performance, athlete development, injury prevention, performance training, biomechanics, applied sports science, coaching philosophy, athlete buy-in, training adaptation, high-performance sport This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Brian Roy, a strength and conditioning coach who has spent the past decade working at the sharp end of action and lifestyle sports, including Olympic BMX Freestyle.
BMX Freestyle is still a relative newcomer to the Olympic programme, but its physical demands, injury risks and performance challenges are unlike almost any traditional sport. In this episode, Brian shares his unconventional journey into elite sport, from personal training and postgraduate study to travelling the world with BMX athletes on the global stage.
Together, Richard and Brian explore what it really takes to prepare athletes for a sport defined by explosive power, aerial skill, high-impact landings and constant travel. Brian offers a refreshingly honest perspective on athlete buy-in, bespoke programming, and why traditional strength testing and rigid systems don’t always transfer to non-traditional sports.
This is a fascinating conversation for sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and anyone interested in how performance support adapts when the sport doesn’t fit neatly into a textbook.

In this episode you will learn

  • The unique physiological and biomechanical demands of BMX Freestyle competition
  • How to prepare athletes for repeated 60-second, maximal-effort runs across a full competition day
  • Why traditional strength testing and gym-based metrics don’t always translate to action sports
  • How Brian adapted training around constant travel, limited gym access, and athlete preferences
  • Practical strategies for building resilience and reducing injury risk in high-impact sports
  • Why athlete buy-in often comes from listening, adapting, and being present rather than enforcing systems
  • How emerging video and motion-analysis technology could shape the future of training in BMX Freestyle and similar sports

About Brian Roy
Brian Roy is a strength and conditioning coach with over 10 years’ experience working in action and lifestyle sports. He holds a Master’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and is currently undertaking further postgraduate study in Applied Sports Science Analytics.
Brian has worked closely with elite BMX Freestyle athletes on the international stage, including those competing at the Olympic Games, and has developed a reputation for adaptable, athlete-centred training approaches. His work focuses on performance, resilience, and real-world transfer rather than rigid adherence to traditional testing models.
Brian regularly shares insights from his work on LinkedIn and Instagram, where he discusses training philosophy, emerging technology, and lessons learned from working in non-traditional sports environments.

]]> This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Brian Roy, a strength and conditioning coach who has spent the past decade working at the sharp end of action and lifestyle sports, including Olympic BMX Freestyle.
BMX Freestyle is still a relative newcomer to the Olympic programme, but its physical demands, injury risks and performance challenges are unlike almost any traditional sport. In this episode, Brian shares his unconventional journey into elite sport, from personal training and postgraduate study to travelling the world with BMX athletes on the global stage.
Together, Richard and Brian explore what it really takes to prepare athletes for a sport defined by explosive power, aerial skill, high-impact landings and constant travel. Brian offers a refreshingly honest perspective on athlete buy-in, bespoke programming, and why traditional strength testing and rigid systems don’t always transfer to non-traditional sports.
This is a fascinating conversation for sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and anyone interested in how performance support adapts when the sport doesn’t fit neatly into a textbook.

In this episode you will learn

  • The unique physiological and biomechanical demands of BMX Freestyle competition
  • How to prepare athletes for repeated 60-second, maximal-effort runs across a full competition day
  • Why traditional strength testing and gym-based metrics don’t always translate to action sports
  • How Brian adapted training around constant travel, limited gym access, and athlete preferences
  • Practical strategies for building resilience and reducing injury risk in high-impact sports
  • Why athlete buy-in often comes from listening, adapting, and being present rather than enforcing systems
  • How emerging video and motion-analysis technology could shape the future of training in BMX Freestyle and similar sports

About Brian Roy
Brian Roy is a strength and conditioning coach with over 10 years’ experience working in action and lifestyle sports. He holds a Master’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and is currently undertaking further postgraduate study in Applied Sports Science Analytics.
Brian has worked closely with elite BMX Freestyle athletes on the international stage, including those competing at the Olympic Games, and has developed a reputation for adaptable, athlete-centred training approaches. His work focuses on performance, resilience, and real-world transfer rather than rigid adherence to traditional testing models.
Brian regularly shares insights from his work on LinkedIn and Instagram, where he discusses training philosophy, emerging technology, and lessons learned from working in non-traditional sports environments.

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