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    <title>Science for Sport Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “World Cup”</title>
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    <description>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.</description>
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    <itunes:summary>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.</itunes:summary>
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  <title>328: Blood Flow Restriction at the World Cup</title>
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  <itunes:episode>328</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Blood Flow Restriction at the World Cup</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Richard Graves speaks with Dr Warren Bradley about how blood flow restriction is being used in elite sport, with a particular focus on World Cup football. The episode explores BFR as more than a recovery tool, covering its role in travel, tissue priming, injury mitigation, return-to-play and player availability. Warren also challenges the obsession with overly specific data, arguing that practical, consistent application matters when working across elite squads under tournament pressure.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>26:25</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves welcomes back Dr Warren Bradley, Co-Founder and Head of Elite Performance at Hytro, to explore how blood flow restriction is being used at the highest level of sport.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;With the biggest World Cup in history placing huge demands on players, staff, travel logistics, recovery windows and match preparation, Warren explains where BFR now fits inside elite performance environments.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This conversation goes beyond the basic idea of BFR as a recovery tool. Warren breaks down how it can be used to support circulation, tissue preparation, injury risk reduction, return-to-play, long-haul travel strategies and squad-wide recovery workflows.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;He also discusses the challenge every practitioner will recognise: how to balance research, data, individualisation and real-world practicality when time is limited and performance outcomes matter.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For coaches, sports scientists, physios and performance staff working in elite sport, this episode gives a clear look at how BFR is being applied in tournament football and why the next stage of recovery science may be less about collecting more data, and more about using meaningful interventions consistently.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;In this episode you will learn&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;What blood flow restriction is and why its application has changed in elite sport&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How BFR can be used for recovery, tissue priming, warm-ups and travel support&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Why long-haul travel creates a major performance challenge during tournament football&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How teams are adapting BFR protocols to fit real-world environments, including pools, the sea, flights and pitch-based warm-ups&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Where BFR can help bridge the gap between low-grade injury and return-to-pla&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Why Warren believes circulation is becoming a major focus in modern recovery science&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How elite teams balance scientific precision with practical use across a full squad&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Why highly specific numbers can sometimes become a barrier to implementation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How BFR protocols can be individualised without overcomplicating delivery&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;What Warren would study if he had unlimited access to World Cup players, wearables and performance data&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;About Dr Warren Bradley&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Dr Warren Bradley is Co-Founder and Head of Elite Performance at Hytro, a company specialising in wearable blood flow restriction technology for performance, recovery and rehabilitation.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;A sports scientist by trade, Warren has spent more than a decade working in professional sport, including Premier League football and international rugby. He completed a PhD in exercise physiology and has focused much of his work on making blood flow restriction safer, more practical and more accessible for athletes and practitioners.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Through Hytro, Warren works with elite teams and athletes across world sport, helping them apply BFR in realistic performance environments — from training grounds and recovery rooms to tournament travel, warm-ups and matchday preparation.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;​ Learn Quicker &amp;amp; More Effectively&lt;br&gt;
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​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More&lt;br&gt;
​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance&lt;br&gt;
​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes&lt;br&gt;
​ Save Yourself The Stress &amp;amp; Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves welcomes back Dr Warren Bradley, Co-Founder and Head of Elite Performance at Hytro, to explore how blood flow restriction is being used at the highest level of sport.</p>

<p>With the biggest World Cup in history placing huge demands on players, staff, travel logistics, recovery windows and match preparation, Warren explains where BFR now fits inside elite performance environments.</p>

<p>This conversation goes beyond the basic idea of BFR as a recovery tool. Warren breaks down how it can be used to support circulation, tissue preparation, injury risk reduction, return-to-play, long-haul travel strategies and squad-wide recovery workflows.</p>

<p>He also discusses the challenge every practitioner will recognise: how to balance research, data, individualisation and real-world practicality when time is limited and performance outcomes matter.</p>

<p>For coaches, sports scientists, physios and performance staff working in elite sport, this episode gives a clear look at how BFR is being applied in tournament football and why the next stage of recovery science may be less about collecting more data, and more about using meaningful interventions consistently.</p>

<h2>In this episode you will learn</h2>

<ul>
<li>What blood flow restriction is and why its application has changed in elite sport</li>
<li>How BFR can be used for recovery, tissue priming, warm-ups and travel support</li>
<li>Why long-haul travel creates a major performance challenge during tournament football</li>
<li>How teams are adapting BFR protocols to fit real-world environments, including pools, the sea, flights and pitch-based warm-ups</li>
<li>Where BFR can help bridge the gap between low-grade injury and return-to-pla</li>
<li>Why Warren believes circulation is becoming a major focus in modern recovery science</li>
<li>How elite teams balance scientific precision with practical use across a full squad</li>
<li>Why highly specific numbers can sometimes become a barrier to implementation</li>
<li>How BFR protocols can be individualised without overcomplicating delivery</li>
<li>What Warren would study if he had unlimited access to World Cup players, wearables and performance data</li>
</ul>

<h2>About Dr Warren Bradley</h2>

<p>Dr Warren Bradley is Co-Founder and Head of Elite Performance at Hytro, a company specialising in wearable blood flow restriction technology for performance, recovery and rehabilitation.</p>

<p>A sports scientist by trade, Warren has spent more than a decade working in professional sport, including Premier League football and international rugby. He completed a PhD in exercise physiology and has focused much of his work on making blood flow restriction safer, more practical and more accessible for athletes and practitioners.</p>

<p>Through Hytro, Warren works with elite teams and athletes across world sport, helping them apply BFR in realistic performance environments — from training grounds and recovery rooms to tournament travel, warm-ups and matchday preparation.</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>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves welcomes back Dr Warren Bradley, Co-Founder and Head of Elite Performance at Hytro, to explore how blood flow restriction is being used at the highest level of sport.</p>

<p>With the biggest World Cup in history placing huge demands on players, staff, travel logistics, recovery windows and match preparation, Warren explains where BFR now fits inside elite performance environments.</p>

<p>This conversation goes beyond the basic idea of BFR as a recovery tool. Warren breaks down how it can be used to support circulation, tissue preparation, injury risk reduction, return-to-play, long-haul travel strategies and squad-wide recovery workflows.</p>

<p>He also discusses the challenge every practitioner will recognise: how to balance research, data, individualisation and real-world practicality when time is limited and performance outcomes matter.</p>

<p>For coaches, sports scientists, physios and performance staff working in elite sport, this episode gives a clear look at how BFR is being applied in tournament football and why the next stage of recovery science may be less about collecting more data, and more about using meaningful interventions consistently.</p>

<h2>In this episode you will learn</h2>

<ul>
<li>What blood flow restriction is and why its application has changed in elite sport</li>
<li>How BFR can be used for recovery, tissue priming, warm-ups and travel support</li>
<li>Why long-haul travel creates a major performance challenge during tournament football</li>
<li>How teams are adapting BFR protocols to fit real-world environments, including pools, the sea, flights and pitch-based warm-ups</li>
<li>Where BFR can help bridge the gap between low-grade injury and return-to-pla</li>
<li>Why Warren believes circulation is becoming a major focus in modern recovery science</li>
<li>How elite teams balance scientific precision with practical use across a full squad</li>
<li>Why highly specific numbers can sometimes become a barrier to implementation</li>
<li>How BFR protocols can be individualised without overcomplicating delivery</li>
<li>What Warren would study if he had unlimited access to World Cup players, wearables and performance data</li>
</ul>

<h2>About Dr Warren Bradley</h2>

<p>Dr Warren Bradley is Co-Founder and Head of Elite Performance at Hytro, a company specialising in wearable blood flow restriction technology for performance, recovery and rehabilitation.</p>

<p>A sports scientist by trade, Warren has spent more than a decade working in professional sport, including Premier League football and international rugby. He completed a PhD in exercise physiology and has focused much of his work on making blood flow restriction safer, more practical and more accessible for athletes and practitioners.</p>

<p>Through Hytro, Warren works with elite teams and athletes across world sport, helping them apply BFR in realistic performance environments — from training grounds and recovery rooms to tournament travel, warm-ups and matchday preparation.</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>]]>
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  <title>144: World Cup Secrets: How Sport Science Supported Croatia's World Cup</title>
  <link>https://scienceforsport.fireside.fm/144</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  <author>Science for Sport</author>
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  <itunes:episode>144</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>World Cup Secrets: How Sport Science Supported Croatia's World Cup</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Science for Sport</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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&amp;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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>35:28</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In episode 144, Luka Milanovic, Head of S&amp;amp;C at the Croatian Football Federation, joins us.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Specifically Luka will be looking at:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How Croatia overperform with a population of only 4 million&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How Croatia used the gym during the world cup&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How recovery was used&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;*&lt;em&gt;About Luka&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;24 years of coaching experience in 6 different sports&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Prepared top level athletes for 15 big competitions (Olympics, World cups, European championships)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Silver medalist at 2018 World cup,&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bronze medalist at 2022 World cup&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Head of  Strength and Conditioning at Croatian Football Federation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Associate professor at University of Zagreb&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Expert coach in High Performance Sport Center at Croatian Olympic Comitee&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Professor at Football Science Institute&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

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Instagram: milanovic1978"&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;​ Learn Quicker &amp;amp; More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family&lt;br&gt;
​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery&lt;br&gt;
​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In&lt;br&gt;
​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese&lt;br&gt;
​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More&lt;br&gt;
​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance&lt;br&gt;
​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes&lt;br&gt;
​ Save Yourself The Stress &amp;amp; Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research&lt;/p&gt;

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  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>In episode 144, Luka Milanovic, Head of S&amp;C at the Croatian Football Federation, joins us.</p>

<p>Specifically Luka will be looking at:</p>

<ul>
<li>How Croatia overperform with a population of only 4 million</li>
<li>How Croatia used the gym during the world cup</li>
<li>How recovery was used</li>
</ul>

<p>*<em>About Luka</em></p>

<ul>
<li>24 years of coaching experience in 6 different sports</li>
<li>Prepared top level athletes for 15 big competitions (Olympics, World cups, European championships)</li>
<li>Silver medalist at 2018 World cup,</li>
<li>Bronze medalist at 2022 World cup</li>
<li>Head of  Strength and Conditioning at Croatian Football Federation</li>
<li>Associate professor at University of Zagreb</li>
<li>Expert coach in High Performance Sport Center at Croatian Olympic Comitee</li>
<li>Professor at Football Science Institute</li>
</ul>

<p><a href="https://hr.linkedin.com/in/luka-milanovic-141a00b8?trk=people-guest_people_search-card" rel="nofollow noopener">https://hr.linkedin.com/in/luka-milanovic-141a00b8?trk=people-guest_people_search-card</a><br>
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<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>

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</ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>In episode 144, Luka Milanovic, Head of S&amp;C at the Croatian Football Federation, joins us.</p>

<p>Specifically Luka will be looking at:</p>

<ul>
<li>How Croatia overperform with a population of only 4 million</li>
<li>How Croatia used the gym during the world cup</li>
<li>How recovery was used</li>
</ul>

<p>*<em>About Luka</em></p>

<ul>
<li>24 years of coaching experience in 6 different sports</li>
<li>Prepared top level athletes for 15 big competitions (Olympics, World cups, European championships)</li>
<li>Silver medalist at 2018 World cup,</li>
<li>Bronze medalist at 2022 World cup</li>
<li>Head of  Strength and Conditioning at Croatian Football Federation</li>
<li>Associate professor at University of Zagreb</li>
<li>Expert coach in High Performance Sport Center at Croatian Olympic Comitee</li>
<li>Professor at Football Science Institute</li>
</ul>

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  <title>140: High-Performance Secrets At The Rugby League World Cup</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  <author>Science for Sport</author>
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  <itunes:episode>140</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>High-Performance Secrets At The Rugby League World Cup</itunes:title>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Science for Sport</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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&amp;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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>22:36</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In episode 140, Tom Watkins, High Performance Manager at Fiji Rugby League, joins us.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Specifically Tom will be looking at:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demands of tournament rugby&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How to manage players arriving from various clubs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;In tournament gym sessions&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Week planning&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Tom&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;"Tom Watkins is the current High Performance Manager for the Fiji Bati National Rugby League Team. He is also the Head of Performance for one of Australia’s leading athletic development facilities Athletes Authority. Through this role Tom has worked with a diverse range of international and national level athletes across a multitude of sports. Prior to this he has gained a wealth of experience working as a strength and conditioning coach within a number of professional sporting organisations such as the Sydney Roosters and Parramatta Eels."&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Instagram: coach_watkins&lt;/p&gt;

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​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese&lt;br&gt;
​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More&lt;br&gt;
​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance&lt;br&gt;
​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes&lt;br&gt;
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</description>
  <itunes:keywords>sports science, sport science, strength and conditioning, S&amp;C, performance, athlete, sport, exercise, nutrition, injury, injuries</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>In episode 140, Tom Watkins, High Performance Manager at Fiji Rugby League, joins us.</p>

<p>Specifically Tom will be looking at:</p>

<ul>
<li>Demands of tournament rugby</li>
<li>How to manage players arriving from various clubs</li>
<li>In tournament gym sessions</li>
<li>Week planning</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>About Tom</strong></p>

<p>"Tom Watkins is the current High Performance Manager for the Fiji Bati National Rugby League Team. He is also the Head of Performance for one of Australia’s leading athletic development facilities Athletes Authority. Through this role Tom has worked with a diverse range of international and national level athletes across a multitude of sports. Prior to this he has gained a wealth of experience working as a strength and conditioning coach within a number of professional sporting organisations such as the Sydney Roosters and Parramatta Eels."</p>

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​ 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>

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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>In episode 140, Tom Watkins, High Performance Manager at Fiji Rugby League, joins us.</p>

<p>Specifically Tom will be looking at:</p>

<ul>
<li>Demands of tournament rugby</li>
<li>How to manage players arriving from various clubs</li>
<li>In tournament gym sessions</li>
<li>Week planning</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>About Tom</strong></p>

<p>"Tom Watkins is the current High Performance Manager for the Fiji Bati National Rugby League Team. He is also the Head of Performance for one of Australia’s leading athletic development facilities Athletes Authority. Through this role Tom has worked with a diverse range of international and national level athletes across a multitude of sports. Prior to this he has gained a wealth of experience working as a strength and conditioning coach within a number of professional sporting organisations such as the Sydney Roosters and Parramatta Eels."</p>

<p>Instagram: coach_watkins</p>

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<p><strong>SIGN UP NOW:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/sfsepisode140" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bit.ly/sfsepisode140</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>
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</ul>]]>
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