The Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast

In the season finale of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, host Kevin Finn announces a hiatus to focus on more direct and detailed content. AI co-hosts Luke and Mara dive deep into effective table tennis training, busting myths about 'sport-specific' exercises and emphasizing foundational movements. They introduce Finn's 'SP.S.A.C.' framework (Speed and Power, Strength,...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, the focus shifts from nutrition to physical training. Kevin and his AI co-hosts, Luke and Mara, debunk 10 common myths about physical training, including concerns about muscle bulk, the effectiveness of functional training, the benefits of agility ladders, and the importance of balance exercises. The episode provides scientifically-back...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, host Kevin Finn concludes the five-part nutrition series by diving deep into the world of supplements and their strategic use for table tennis players. The discussion includes performance-enhancing supplements like creatine and caffeine, tier 2 options such as nitrate and beta-alanine, and addressing common nutrient deficiencies. Finn&#...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, the hosts explore meal timing as part of their five-part series on optimizing nutrition. They debunk myths like the necessity of eating six small meals a day for boosting metabolism and the need for protein every 2-3 hours. They discuss the pros and cons of fasting, the significance of breakfast, and the importance of pre, intra, and po...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, host Kevin Finn and AI co-hosts, Luke and Mara, go into part three of a five-part series on nutrition enhancement for table tennis athletes, focusing on micronutrients and water intake. The episode delves into common vitamin deficiencies like Vitamin D, strategies for addressing them through diet and supplements, and essential micronutr...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, host Kevin Finn and his AI co-hosts, Luke & Mara, delve deep into the second level of Dr. Eric Helms' Muscle and Strength Nutrition Pyramid, focusing on macronutrients and fiber. Key discussion points include the protein gap and necessary intake for athletes, the essential role of fats and their recommended consumption levels, a...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, host Kevin Finn and AI co-hosts Luke and Mara kick off a five-part series on optimizing nutrition for table tennis, framed by Dr. Eric Helms' Muscle and Strength Pyramid. This first segment focuses on energy balance, the foundational level of the pyramid. Key topics include relative strength, ideal body fat percentages, determining...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, host Kevin Finn and AI co-hosts Luke and Mara discuss how to become 'bulletproof' on the court through injury prevention, stress management, and effective recovery strategies. Drawing from Kevin Finn's book 'Peak Performance Table Tennis', they explore concepts like anti-fragility, the fitness fatigue model, and the importance of balanc...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, host Kevin Finn and AI co-hosts Luke and Mara delve into the “dark horse” of performance enhancers: sleep. They discuss the benefits of sleep extension, cite research studies showing significant performance improvements in athletes, and debunk common sleep myths. They also provide practical tips for enhancing sleep quality, explore the...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, Kevin’s AI co-hosts, Luke and Mara, delve into the importance of the mental game in table tennis. They discuss the five key pillars of peak mental performance, including concentration, confidence, positive thinking, emotional management, and motivation. The episode covers the science-backed benefits of meditation, its role in reducing s...

In this episode of the Peak Performance Table Tennis Podcast, host Kevin Finn and AI co-hosts Luke and Mara guide listeners on how to develop a tactical strategy to elevate their game. The discussion centers around using the “Vitruvian Man Exercise” for mapping out personal strengths and weaknesses. They introduce practical tools such as the tactical notebook, triggered sequences, and modified mat...

In this inaugural episode, Kevin Finn from Peak Performance Table Tennis introduces his innovative AI-powered podcast designed to help both professionals and everyday, club-level players improve their performance for table tennis. Trained exclusively on his book, AI co-hosts distill complex information into bite-sized episodes, covering key components of peak performance, rapid learning techniques...