[EN] Andrew Usher on the Demands of Boxing, Fighting Physiology and Sports Science || Episode #152

GUEST: Andrew is 48 years old, and grew up in the east end of Glasgow, initially studying computer engineering at University. As a youth he boxed and then went on to compete in Muay Thai Kickboxing and in his late 20’s turned his attention to coaching. He is currently the owner of Evolved Performance, where he works with everyone from the recreational and inspiring athlete to cyclists, boxers and MMA athletes. Evolved Performance offers physiological testing and performance blueprints. Andrew is also the sports scientist and performance specialist for Norther Sporting Club In Aberdeen, and works exclusively with the professional boxers in all areas of performance, from physiology to performance nutrition. Currently they have an exciting stable of fighters, with several looking to compete for IBF titles. Andrew is also heavily involved in research, and is currently finishing his MRes in Sports and Exercise Science at Roehampton University and undertakes his PhD at Abertay University in October of this year. Andrew is currently finishing his MRes in Sports and Exercise Science at Roehampton University, and undertakes his PhD at Abertay University in October. SPONSOR(S): Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor for this episode: ► Moxy Monitor: https://www.moxymonitor.com/shop/ (5% off promo code: “UPSIDE” at checkout) EPISODE LINKS: ► IG: https://www.instagram.com/evolvedperformanceuk ► IG: https://www.instagram.com/theandrewusher ► Full Video Episode: https://youtu.be/lwIxH8PBIcM TOPICS: 0:00 - Intro 3:13 - Start 3:20 - Fighting Background 10:01 - Demands of Boxing 14:58 - Boxing Physiology 18:58 - Boxing Bioenergetics 24:40 - Masters & Doctorate 31:53 - Boxing Biomechanics 33:59 - Moxy in Boxing 56:53 - Sport Science & Health 1:04:23 - Zone 2 Work 1:18:13 - Breathing in Boxing 1:28:13 - Substrate Utilisation 1:38:43 - Moxy Summit Podcast available on July 26th, 2021 PODCAST INFO: ► Podcast website: https://upsidestrength.podbean.com/ ► Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/3mroiB4 ► Spotify: http://spoti.fi/34jJtyX PODCAST PLAYLISTS: ► Full episodes playlist: http://bit.ly/3oSCkxe ► English Clips playlist: http://bit.ly/3gRmAry ► French Clips playlist: http://bit.ly/2K1IoVK CONNECT: ► Subscribe for more videos here: http://bit.ly/1Xgr5y5 ► Book a Free Consultation: https://bit.ly/UpsideConsult ► WhatsApp: https://wa.me/41763949673 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanseale ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanseale/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upsidestrength ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upsidestrength ► Tik Tok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSgNAPQF/ EQUIPMENT & PROMOTIONS: ▶︎ Spirometer: http://ebay.to/2YCcSBj ▶︎ Idiag P-100: https://www.idiag.ch/en/idiag-p100-en/ (email me at info@upsidestrength.com for a 20% discount code) ▶︎ The Breather: https://www.luftforlife.com/?ref=seanseale2 ▶︎ Moxy Monitor (outside CH, AUS, ITA, GER): https://www.moxymonitor.com/