MUSASHI PODCAST

Rob Whittaker joins us to talk about nutrition, training, family, and life.

The boys sit down with Rhys Dobbins to talk about the life of an aspiring Olympian.

On Episode 69 of the Musashi Podcast, the guys dive deeper into the topic of hydration, focusing on a popular product in this space – Sports Drinks. The team explain the difference between Hypertonic, Hypotonic, and Isotonic sports drinks, the pros and cons of each, and what ingredients and essential for a functional hydration beverage.

On Episode 68 of the Musashi Podcast, the guys discuss a recent controversy in the Sports Nutrition industry – The Creatine Gummies Scam. The team explain why Creatine cannot remain stable in Gummy form, the risk of consuming the resulting byproduct, and more efficacious alternatives.

On Episode 65 of the Musashi Podcast, the boys sit down with one of the most renowned Strength & Conditioning coaches in Australia-New Zealand to discuss favourite topic – Functional Training with Coach Sunz . The team speak about the importance of functional movement and sport-specific activities at all levels of sport, with reference to Sunz’ history of coaching professional athletes like Is...

On Episode 67 of the Musashi Podcast, the guys discuss one of the most essential and undervalued elements of the recovery process – Sleep for Athletes. The team address the importance of sleep for physical recovery, cognitive and mental reflex, energy levels, and other influences on sport.

On Episode 66 of the Musashi Podcast, the guys discuss some lesser-known techniques used to improve physical post-exercise resurgence – Alternative Recovery Solutions. The team speak about the supposed benefits of cupping, acupuncture, dry needling, and other recent emergences in the recovery space.

On Episode 64 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss a segment of products that are extremely supportive to the performance of athletes that train and compete at night – Caffeine-Free Pre-Workouts . The boys speak to the limitations of caffeine, the secondary benefits of a pre-workout, and which other ingredients are key to energy production and performance.

On Episode 63 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss a topic specifically relevant to rugby players and other athletes that rely on size and strength – Best Ways to Building Muscle . The boys speak to the benefits of muscle for sport, the limitations of having too much muscle, and the best methods to gain functional muscle mass.

On Episode 60 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss one of the most prevalent elements of sports nutrition – Essential Amino Acids. The guys discuss the difference between essential and non-essential aminos, branched chain amino acids, and how they compare to a complete protein source.

On Episode 62 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss an important topic for athletes that training and compete during the summer seasons – Training in the Heat. The boys speak to the benefits of exercising in hot weather, the physiological effects it has on the body, and the best ways to prepare and endure summer training.

On Episode 61 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss a key consideration of training and nutrition for sports and general fitness – Optimal Body Composition . The guys articulate the different compositional goals for different sports, the best ways to lose weight and gain strength, and how supplements can play a key role.

On Episode 55 of the Musashi Podcast, the team are joined by superstar AFL small forward – Cody Weightman. The guys discuss the intricacies of training for professional competition, the significance of recovery and taking time outside of sport, and the perks of playing for the Western Bulldogs.

On Episode 58 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss one of the most significant aspects of athletic recovery and muscle repair – Sleep . The speak to the chemical process of sleep recovery, how poor sleep can negatively impact recovery and performance, and various considerations for improving quality of sleep.

On Episode 57 of the Musashi Podcast, the team debate which physical composition is better for sports performance – Tall vs Short Athletes . The guys discuss the benefits of different heights, which sports have significant height advantages, and how an athlete’s height may dictate which sport they play.

On Episode 59 of the Musashi Podcast, the team are joined by Sydney Kings Captain and NBL MVP – Xavier Cooks. The guys discuss the complexities of playing in overlapping competitions around the world, gameday prep, and sustaining passion for sport.

On Episode 56 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss a variety of different protein sources and the reasons for the superior form – Whey Protein . The guys speak to the significance of a complete amino acid profile, the sources of various proteins, and debunk a popular myth about soy protein.

On Episode 54 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss one of the most significant influences on sports performance – Hydration. The guys speak examine the role of electrolytes and supplementation, the process of hydration, and how different levels of hydration impact exercise and output.

On Episode 52 of the Musashi Podcast, the team debate two philosophies of training for size, strength, and athletic performance – Training Hard vs Training Smart. The guys discuss the pyramid of knowledge and how it applies to training, referring to motivation, experience, and research.

On Episode 53 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss a key source of fuel for sport and training, one of the three macronutrients – Carbohydrates. The guys speak to the role of carbs in building and maintaining muscle, and how it fits into the three energy systems.

On Episode 51 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss one of the most prevalent and underappreciated supplements for sports performance – Citrulline. The guys discuss the function and benefits of Citrulline for muscle function and performance, when to consume, and what products to find it in.

On Episode 50 of the Musashi Podcast, the team discuss one of the most underrated and impactful supplements for sports performance – Beta Alanine. The guys discuss the function and benefits of Beta Alanine for energy and muscle function, when to consume, and some quirky side effects.

On Episode 49 of the Musashi R&D Sessions Podcast, the team dive into one of the most prominent supplements and ingredients in sports nutrition – Carnitine. The guys discuss the function and benefits of carnitine for fat metabolism and sports performance, when is the best time to consume, and which products contain this key nutrient.

On Episode 48 of the Musashi R&D Sessions Podcast, the team suggest a late new year’s resolution for any athlete looking to improve their performance – Incorporating a Sport-Specific Training Program. The guys discuss the various pillars of a sport-specific training, and identify which pillars can best be improved by individual training, and how.

On Episode 47 of the Musashi R&D Sessions Podcast, the team discuss a variety of different protein forms in this week’s topic – WPC vs WPI. The guys speak to the sources and benefits of a variety of different proteins, which are superior for different reasons, and where to find them in different products.