Dr Joel Mason

Dr. Joel Mason, a sports scientist and founder of the blog Trackademic, joins the discussion to analyze the standout performances from the Tokyo Olympics. He dives into the astonishing number of records broken, including national achievements soaring past those in Rio. They address the impact of technological advancements and unique training adaptations due to the pandemic. The conversation also touches on an inspiring moment of sportsmanship when two high jumpers chose to share gold instead of competing, highlighting the spirit of the Games.