The Podium

As we kick off our new pod format, we wanted to "reintroduce" Dr. Sprouse and Patrick to the listeners, and Patrick is up first! Dr. Sprouse dives deep with Patrick . In this episode, we learn: -how Patrick ended up at the University of Tennessee -how his time in athletics growing up shaped him -how his experiences in school lead him to the endurance sports world -about his current work...

The Podium Podcast is back,  but this time not with a new season, instead we have a brand new release schedule - or as Patrick says, "welcome to a new version of the Podium!" The pod will now be dropping a new episode every other Monday. You can expect to hear conversations hosted by just Patrick, conversations hosted by just Dr. Sprouse, more Q&A, and of course,  episodes that Dr. S...

This week on The Podium, we wrap up Season 7 with another Q&A episode featuring Dr. Sprouse and Patrick . Dr. Sprouse shot from the hip on the questions for this episode as Patrick asked him questions you had sent in throughout the season and a few he came up with.  Topics covered include: -Sodium/Magnesium Status in Blood Panels -How Quickly Cortisol Reacts from a Measurable Standpoint -Sleep...

This week on the pod we are rebroadcasting a webinar from The Feed , where Dr. Sprouse discussed "Supplementation for Endurance Athletes." Topics discussed in this episode include: -Importance of Nutrition for Performance -Basic Recommendations -The Feed Formulas -Considerations for Performance -Does Timing Matter? -Considerations for Recovery -When to not take supplements around trainin...

This week on the pod, we are rebroadcasting an episode from the Leadville 100 - Mile MTB Podcast, that featured Dr. Sprouse. From the podcast: How difficult can it be to drink? Judging by the number of hydration problems you see on race day, pretty darned difficult indeed. Dr. Kevin Sprouse joins us to talk about how to stay hydrated on race day. We also dig into the surprisingly challenging 12 mi...

This week on the Podium , Dr. Sprouse and Patrick discuss travel and jet lag.  It was a timely conversation as both Dr. Sprouse and Patrick were experiencing a little jet lag as they recorded this episode. Travel can be stressful, especially when you are needing to be on your game when you arrive at your destination, we wanted to share some tips to help make this feel a bit less stressful. In this...

Dr. Sprouse and Patrick are joined this week by Iñigo San Millán. Iñigo is the Director of Performance for Team UAE and a professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. At CU, Iñigo does clinical and research work in cellular metabolism, especially in diabetes, cardiometabolic disease, and cancer. Besides asking Iñigo about the secret behind Tadej Pogacar's hair tuft, Dr. Sprouse...

Welcome to Season 7!   The Tour de France is underway!  Prior to the start of the race, Dr. Sprouse sat down with Nate Wilson, Performance Manager at EF Education - EasyPost Pro Cycling , to discuss how the team prepares for the biggest cycling race in the world.  Topics include: -altitude training -heat adaptation -hydration -electrolytes -tons more Thanks again to our sponsor this season, Klean...

Season 7 is dropping on Monday, July 11th! Join Dr. Sprouse and Patrick this season for 6 great episodes! In this season we will... -be joined by Nate Wilson (Performance Manager for EF Education-EasyPost Pro Cycling Team) to talk Tour de France preparation -be joined by Inigo San Milan for a conversation on lactate -discuss jet lag and long-haul travel -share a conversation from the Leadville, Th...

In this season’s Q&A episode, Dr. Sprouse and Patrick address your questions on heat acclimation, supplement support protocols, changes in run form based on effort, nutritional periodization (like a weight-loss block or muscle building block), and regular cardiac screening in endurance athletes.  A big thanks to our season 6 sponsor, Klean Athlete , and our loyal listeners. Stay tuned for some...

While at the PGA’s RSM Classic in Sea Island, GA, Dr. Sprouse and Patrick sat down with Tom Hemmings to talk about elite fitness. Tom is the Senior Golf Fitness Specialist at one of the country’s premier golf facilities , and he works with numerous PGA Tour players.  Tom has extensive academic training and real-world experience across multiple sports.  This was a wide-reaching conversation from on...

Episode 4 of this season of The Podium is actually a rebroadcast of a conversation I had with Ted King on his King of the Ride podcast .  I worked with Ted on pro cycling’s World Tour, and it’s been a pleasure to continue the relationship since.  Conversations with him are always some of my favorite.  Ted describes himself as a “Professional World Tour bike racer turned professional bike rider.” ...

This is the time of year when athletes, recreational and elite, plan for the upcoming competition season(s).  In this episode, Dr. Sprouse and Patrick discuss how to address this topic as an athlete, with a goal of happy and healthy performance. Season Six Sponsor: Klean Athlete Check us out at: Podium Sports Medicine Website | Instagram Dr. Sprouse on Instagram Patrick on Instagram Subscribe: App...

We often overlook the unconscious act of breathing, yet mounting evidence points to the significant effect this activity has on our health and performance.  I have wanted to delve into this on the podcast for some time, but we needed to find the right expert to interview.  I am thrilled to have Mike Watts on the podcast for this episode!  Mike is an Oxygen Advantage Master Instructor and serves as...

For many athletes, the winter months represent the “off season”.  It’s also cold and flu season!  In this episode, Dr. Sprouse and Patrick talk about ways to boost your likelihood of staying healthy through these cold, indoor months. Thanks to Klean Athlete for being our season six sponsor! In This Episode: Antibiotics and Athletes - Blog Post   Check us out at: Podium Sports Medicine Website | In...

Dr. Sprouse, Patrick and the Podium Podcast are back! Season Six kicks off on Monday, February 21st. We've got new show music, a new sponsor for the season, six new episodes featuring conversations on injury recovery, breathing, golf fitness, annual training plans,  winter immunity, and a listener Q&A!   We look forward to you joining us for another great season!  Season Six Sponsor: Klea...

Trying to figure out what to buy that athlete or performance-focused person on your list this year?  Looking to get yourself a little gift this season?  Dr. Sprouse and Patrick have you covered.  In this episode, they sit down and talk about their favorite gift ideas, from inexpensive to big-ticket items.  There are no affiliate links or sponsored items in this list.  It’s all just genuine advice...

For the Season 5 finale,  we share a panel discussion on which Dr. Sprouse joined George Hincapie , Bobby Julich , and Dr. Matt Tyska for the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences monthly Lab-to-Table Conversation.  Biomedical science has made huge strides to understand how the human body works over the past few decades. New scientific understandings have drastically impacted how...

This episode was not planned, but neither was my COVID diagnosis!  After I was able to leave isolation, Patrick and I got together to discuss vaccine breakthrough, thoughts on treatment options, and the latest evidence on boosters.  These are the questions that so many patients are asking, so we sat down to delve into each of them, now with a touch of personal experience thrown in. Subscribe: Appl...

Concussions and head injuries are unfortunately common in sport.  In our practice, we deal with concussed athletes and frequently get questions about this topic.  In this episode, we discuss the current state of medicine and science when it comes to concussions, their diagnosis, and their management. Subscribe: Apple Podcast |  Spotify Check us out at: Podium Sports Medicine Website | Instagram

I sat down with Robbie Ventura to discuss what happens when you “bonk”, the complicated variables that impact it, and how you can prevent it.  This episode was recorded for The Velocity Cycling Podcast , part of the educational component of Robbie’s newest venture, VQ Velocity . Robbie Ventura is the founder and owner of Vision Quest Coaching .  Robbie was a professional cyclist for 12 years. A co...

We’ve finally done it!  Dr. Sprouse and Patrick sat down to answer questions submitted by you, our listeners.  We talk about continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), cardiac arrhythmias in athletes, blood testing, and more. Subscribe: Apple Podcast |  Spotify Check us out at: Podium Sports Medicine Website | Instagram  

For part two of our series, we are joined by Jay Dicharry to discuss the benefits of strength training for endurance athletes. Jay is a physical therapist, teacher, biomechanics researcher, + author in Bend, Oregon, USA. Jay built his international reputation as an expert in biomechanical analysis as Director of the SPEED Clinic at the University of Virginia, and as Director of an independent lab...

We sat down with Chris Hinshaw and Adam Kerley to discuss the benefits of endurance training for athletes who focus on strength-based sports.  This is the first in a two-episode series looking at the importance of a well-rounded training program.  Chris Hinshaw is a former professional triathlete and founder of aerobiccapacity.com .  He is widely considered one of the top endurance coaches in the...

Season 5 of The Podium is about to launch!  In this quick trailer, we’ll let you know what topics we cover this season and who joins us as a guest.  You will also learn about the new schedule on which we will be releasing episodes.  Subscribe:  Apple Podcast |  Spotify Check us out at: Podium Sports Medicine Website | Instagram