Science for Sport Podcast

In episode 51 Henk Kraaijenhof, Performance Consultant, joins us. Specifically Henk will be looking at: Developments in science Issues with science & coaching Fixing these issues Roles of specialists in a team About Henk " Henk Kraaijenhof (1955) started as coach in sports in 1975. Right from the start he had the opportunity to work with elite athletes at national and international level in ma...

Yoeri Pegel, Strength & Conditioning Coach at AFC Ajax, joins us. Specifically Yoeri will be looking at: What Olympic lifts entail How they differ from loaded jumps Pro's and Cons in team sports How to progress Oly lifts for team sports About Yoeri "Yoeri currently works as Performance Trainer at AFC Ajax. At 28 years old, he’s coming from a not-so-common background, majoring in Business at th...

In episode 49, Jake Tuura, Strength & Conditioning Coach, joins us. Specifically Jake will be looking at: Key adaptations Loading variables Pros & Cons of hypertrophy clusters Practical application About Jake "Jake Tuura is a strength and conditioning coach who specializes in muscle gain, vertical jump, and patellar tendon health." Website: https://jackedathlete.com/ Hypertrophy Cluster li...

Eric McMahon, Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager at the NSCA, joins us. Specifically Eric will be looking at: Why we need a sport science accreditation The future of sport science roles Which technologies will advance our industry "Eric McMahon is the Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager for the National Strength and Conditioning Association based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He jo...

In episode 47, Teun Thomassen, Strength & Conditioning Coach at TeamNL, joins us. Specifically Teun will be looking at: Alternatives to traditional S&C Key components of coordination training How to progress these components Practical application About Teun "Teun Thomassen MSc. is an athletic development coach of the Dutch Olympic Committee, working at national and Olympic Training Centre...

In episode 46, David Epstein, Best Selling Author, joins us. Specifically David will be looking at: What range is Why range is superior Impact of improved range How to practically get more range About David "David Epstein is the author of the #1 New York Times best seller Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World — which Bill Gates featured in his end-of-year recommendations — and of t...

In episode 45, Tim & Jacko from School of Calisthenics join us. Specifically they will be looking at: What calisthenics are Overloading calisthenics Practical applications Real world progressions About Tim & Jacko "Tim Stevenson Tim is a Co-Founder of the School of Calisthenics and has been a professional strength and conditioning coach working in elite sport since 2008. He was part of the...

In episode 44, Cody Roberts, Strength & Conditioning Coach at University of Iowa, joins us. Specifically Cody will be looking at: Science behind HRV Combining HRV & DC potential Practical Application About Cody "Cody Roberts is in his fifth year with the University of Iowa Olympic Strength and Conditioning staff. He directly serves the Softball, Rowing, and Track & Field programs, as w...

In episode 43, Sam Portland, Performance Consultant, joins us. Specifically Sam will be looking at: Importance of mentors Types of mentorship What you can gain Finding the perfect mentor About Sam "Over the last decade Sam has spent his time working with many elite and grass roots organisations including Wasps, Ealing, Kenya Sevens, Burnley FC and NFL players. Sam now operate as a consultant and p...

In episode 42, Dr Pat Davidson, Strength & Conditioning Coach and Author, joins us. Specifically Pat will be looking at: Issues with human movement Breathing Improving movement issues Case study About Pat "Pat Davidson, PhD, is an author and strength and conditioning coach based out of NYC. " Instagram: @dr.patdavidson Twitter: @pat_davidson_ FREE PERFORMANCE DIGEST COPY DOWNLOAD NOW: http://b...

In episode 41, James Morehen, Nutritionist at the English FA, and Morehen Performance, joins us. Specifically James will be looking at: Importance of nutrition for fighters Macronutrient recommendations Making weight Case study About James "Dr James Morehen is a Performance Nutritionist who currently works with professional elite level athletes. Alongside this, James is passionate about supporting...

In episode 40, Ryan Devlin, Lead Sport Scientist at Sheffield Wednesday u18s, joins us. Specifically Ryan will be looking at: Importance of Speed & Power Use of Olympic lifts Special strength exercises About Ryan "Ryan is the lead sport scientist at Sheffield Wednesday under 18s, his previous experience includes an internship at Ulter Rugby, and work at Crewe Alexandra football club. He has sp...

In episode 39, Christian Bosse, Strength & Conditioning Coach at TeamNL, joins us. Specifically Christian will be looking at: Importance of S&C in Track Cycling Teaching technical competency S&C progression through a career S&C for truly elite level athletes About Christian "Christian Bosse has over 15 years of experience in coaching athletes at all levels from junior athletes to t...

In episode 38, John Noonan, Performance Coach Consultant, joins us. Specifically John will be looking at: Pros and cons of elite sport Starting out in the private sector Building your business About John "John is an experienced performance coach with over 15 years’ experience coaching in elite sport and the public domain. To date, John has worked with numerous professional youth, senior and intern...

In episode 37, Steve Thompson, Course Leader for the Masters in S&C at Sheffield Hallam University, joins us. Specifically Steve will be looking at: Key reasons to use VBT Essential practical applications of VBT Future of VBT About Steve "Steve Thompson is an accredited Strength & Conditioning coach with the United Kingdom Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) and a Senior Lecturer...

In episode 36, James McKendry, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at McMaster University, joins us. Specifically James will be looking at: Physiological impact on inactivity Implications of this inactivity Combating these implications About James "Dr. James McKendry is currently a postdoctoral research fellow in Professor Stuart Phillip's protein metabolism research group in the Department of Kinesiolog...

In episode 35, Craig Pickering, Athlete Pathway Manager at Athletics Australia, joins us. Specifically Craig will be looking at: What is caffeine What are the pros and cons of it's use Creating your own personal caffeine performance plan About Craig "Craig Pickering is a former Olympic athlete, having competed in the 100m and 4x100m at the Beijing Olympics. In 2012, he switched to bobsleigh, and w...

In episode 34, Daniel Kadlec, S&C Coach and PhD researcher at Edith Cowan University, joins us. Specifically Daniel will be looking at: Importance of critical analysis Example of failures to analyse Questions you need to ask Applying research to practice About Daniel "Daniel Kadlec is currently the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for Softball Western Australia. He is also Head of S&...

In episode 33, Adam Veli, High-Performance Manager for the AFLW, VIC and National Talent Umpires in the AFL, joins us. Specifically Adam will be looking at: Importance of PHV Using data to impact training Practical examples About Adam "Adam Veli is currently the High-Performance Manager for the AFLW, VIC and National Talent Umpires in the AFL, and is also the Rehabilitation Coordinator at Maribyrn...

In episode 32, Tim Suchomel, assistant professor of exercise science and program director for the sport physiology and performance coaching master's program at Carroll University (USA), joins us. Specifically Tim will be looking at: What are Olympic weightlifting derivatives Physiological advantages & disadvantages Programming derivatives for performance About Tim "Dr. Tim Suchomel is an assis...

In episode 31, Elliott Richardson, Specifically Elliott will be looking at: What RSI is How to measure RSI Practical program optimisation using RSI data About Elliott "Elliott Richardson is a Strength and Conditioning Coach with a passion for a high performance approach to solving problems. Currently he works in a civilian role with the Canadian Armed Forces. Previously he was was the Head S&C...

In episode 30, Kris Robertson, Strength & Conditioning Coach at Rugby Canada joins us. Specifically Kris will be looking at: The importance refocusing efforts in S&C training Measuring key KPIs Making the decision that an athlete is strong enough Changes to training based on that decision About Kris "Kris Robertson is a Strength and Conditioning Coach with Rugby Canada. Kris is responsible...

In episode 29, Yannick van der Schee, Strength & Conditioning Coach at PSV Eindhoven joins us. Specifically Yannick will be looking at: Competition demands including European football Physical preperation for 2 games per week The long Covid-19 break Ensuring freshness About Yannick "I started coaching when I was 15, with a kids football team at the club I played myself. It straight away got to...

In episode 28, Walter Grandez, Strength & Conditioning Coach joins us. Specifically Walter will be looking at: Getting blindsided by unemployment Using additional time to develop How to get the next job About Walter "Walter is currently a Network Youth National Team Sport Scientist with the US Soccer Federation and was formerly the Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach for the LA Galaxy...

In episode 27, Ivi Casagrande Strength & Conditioning Coach at Orlando Pride, joins us. Specifically Ivi will be looking at: Transitioning from athlete to coach Up/downsides to having played the sport Does having played give her the edge as a coach? About Ivi "Ivi worked as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Orlando Pride, a professional women's soccer team from the NWSL League for 2 seas...