Mental Muscle

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. World-class research and grassroots initiatives are creating level playing fields for participants, so Julia asks: "how can we make sport more inclusive?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Games, tournaments and trophies can rest on one kick, so Julia asks: "how can you take the perfect penalty?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Goalies mix split second decisions with lightning reflexes, so Julia asks: "how do goalkeepers see the world?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Athletes always strive for that extra 1%, so Julia asks: "Is being a perfectionist a problem in sport?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Groundskeepers say 'the grass speaks to you', so Julia asks: "What makes the perfect pitch?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Sophie Etheridge set a record for the longest time to swim the English Channel so Julia asks: how did she keep going?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. From posture to power, Julia asks: How can brain waves improve your golf putt?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Either top of the league or sacked after a season, Julia asks: "What can we learn from coaching legends?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Since we love to support the 'little guy' Julia asks: "Is it better to be an underdog?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. On behalf of children and parents, Julia asks: "How do you win the egg and spoon race?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. CGI film techniques are used by pro golfers so Julia asks: "Can science improve your golf swing?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport by pitching real grass against fake. Julia asks: "Does the pitch impact performance?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. An ancient Japanese discipline is being taught to the elderly, so Julia asks: "How can judo help your nana?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. If you're an early bird or night owl, Julia asks: "When is the best time of day to exercise?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. In the name of science, Julia braves a beach-side boogie and asks: "Can dancing benefit your brain?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Curling has a curious scientific quirk, so Julia steps onto the ice to ask: "Why does a curling stone curl?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Julia teams up with the hosts of the For Fitness Sake podcast to ask: "What makes an athlete successful?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As the days draw out and more people get their kit on Julia asks: "How can I run further?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As running becomes more inclusive Julia asks: "How can you keep moving through menopause?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. The horses are in the starting gate, the crowd have binoculars ready so Julia asks: "How can you pick a winning horse?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Julia chalks her cue and talks to a champion to ask: "How can I get better at snooker?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As crews train as hard as ever, Julia asks: "How has tech changed The Boat Race?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Julia Ravey joins Boat Race rowers to ask: "What makes a champion boat?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. When the going gets tough, how do the tough get going? Julia asks: "What helps athletes be resilient?"

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Motivation to exercise can be hard to maintain, Julia asks: "When will I see results?"