
Jem Arnold
PhD candidate and physiotherapist, known for his blog Spare Cycles and co-author of a meta-review on training intensity distributions.
Top 3 podcasts with Jem Arnold
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Aug 11, 2025 • 59min
Maximise performance using NIRS with Jem Arnold
Jem Arnold, a physiologist, physiotherapist, and PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia, shares his extensive knowledge on Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) and its significance in high-performance sports. He delves into how NIRS measures muscle oxygenation, helping athletes understand their physiological responses during training. Jem also discusses the variability in performance and the impact of vascular conditions on endurance athletes. His insights bridge subjective feedback and objective data for an innovative approach to athletic training.

Feb 23, 2025 • 2h 1min
Perspectives #38: Training Intensity Distributions, NIRS, and Iliac Arteries, with Jem Arnold
Jem Arnold, a PhD candidate and physiotherapist acclaimed for his blog, Spare Cycles, dives deep into the complexities of training intensity distributions and their effects on VO2max and time trial performance. He reveals insights from a meta-review he co-authored and discusses the statistical challenges in sports performance analysis. Jem also elaborates on the significance of iliac artery flow limitations, using near-infrared spectroscopy for assessment, and emphasizes the need for tailored training approaches to maximize athletic potential.

Dec 30, 2021 • 1h 3min
[EN] Jem Arnold on Moxy Monitor, Sensor Placement and SmO2 Interpretation || Episode #197
Jem Arnold, étudiant en doctorat en kinésiologie, parle de l'utilisation du moniteur Moxy pour surveiller l'oxygénation musculaire chez les athlètes, les placements de capteurs, l'interprétation des tendances SmO2, les muscles non impliqués, la redistribution du flux sanguin, et l'analyse des données Moxy pour optimiser l'entraînement sportif.