Training Science Podcast

In this episode of the Training Science Podcast, Dr. Martin Buchheit is joined by João Ribeiro, Head of Performance, to explore how elite football clubs monitor neuromuscular load and fatigue in real-world conditions.Building on their previous discussion around injury prevention and microcycle design, this conversation shifts focus to the response side of the monitoring equation—how athletes adapt to training and competition. João explains how his department integrates GPS data, wellness metrics, creatine kinase (CK), and low-frequency neuromuscular fatigue testing using Myocene to support daily decision-making, particularly during congested fixture periods.They discuss why passive, objective measures are essential when players cannot reliably perform maximal tests, how data is interpreted at the individual athlete level, and how monitoring is used to inform training availability rather than game selection.The episode also highlights feasibility, staff and coach alignment, and player buy-in as critical factors for successfully implementing advanced monitoring systems in applied football environments.ReferencesMyocene: https://www.myocene.com/Today’s speakersDr. Martin Buchheit: https://martin-buchheit.net/João Ribeiro: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo%C3%A3o-ribeiro-86997955

Anthony Turner, a strength and conditioning coach and biomechanics expert, joins Prof Paul Laursen to explore the critical role of strength training in athletic performance. They discuss how Newton's laws of motion impact endurance sports, emphasizing that strength is as vital as VO₂max for running economy and performance. Turner highlights the connection between maximum strength, impulse, and running efficiency, advocating for a structured strength progression. The conversation also covers how strength training enhances tissue resilience and reduces injury risk, making it essential for athletes across various sports.

Dr. Andrea Zignoli, AI modeling lead at Athletica and sport science researcher, dives into the revolutionary role of AI in endurance training. He discusses his recent publications on AI agents and HRV readiness monitoring, exploring how AI can enhance athlete decision-making by interpreting training data. The conversation also covers the concept of 'Sport Science 3.0,' where AI supplements human coaching, and the significance of sentiment analysis as an internal load signal. Zignoli emphasizes the importance of ethically integrating AI into sports science.

In this episode of the Training Science Podcast, host Dr. Paul Laursen sits down with neuroscientist and performance expert Dr. Tommy Wood to explore the science behind The Stimulated Mind, Tommy’s groundbreaking approach to optimizing brain health and cognitive performance.They dive into the key pillars of a thriving brain: environment, nutrition, metabolic health, sleep, and exercise. From the neonatal ICU to Formula 1 racing, Dr. Wood connects how our environment, movement, and mindset shape cognitive longevity and peak performance. Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or simply striving to think and feel better, this conversation will help you unlock the full potential of your mind and body.References:Substack: https://www.betterbrain.fitness/The Stimulated Mind by Dr. Tommy Wood: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/751292/the-stimulated-mind-by-dr-tommy-wood/_____________________ Today’s speakers:Prof Paul Laursen  https://www.paullaursen.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood/_____________________ 

In this episode of the Training Science Podcast, Dr. Martin Buchheit sits down with performance coach and founder of 292Performance, Dr. Benjamin Rosenblatt, formerly the Head of Strength & Conditioning for the England national football team. Together, they explore the real engine behind athlete development: motivation, buy-in, and meaningful relationships.Ben shares the story behind his transition from leading England’s physical performance program to building a high-impact, athlete-centered company that now supports elite performers across Europe. The conversation dives into his evidence-based methods for driving player engagement, the role of autonomy and competition in training, and how to manage different personalities, from mavericks to rising talent.Whether you work in elite football, academy settings, physical preparation, or high-performance environments, this episode offers practical frameworks, coaching wisdom, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else.Perfect for coaches, sport scientists, physiotherapists, and anyone interested in performance coaching, athlete motivation, high-performance team culture, and player development._____________________ Today’s speakers:Dr Martin Buchheit https://martin-buchheit.net/    Dr Benjamin Rosenblatt https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-benjamin-rosenblatt-03342514/_____________________ 

Michael Gerhardy, an exercise scientist and PhD researcher, joins Prof Paul Laursen to explore the complexities of neuromuscular fatigue. They delve into how strength and endurance training compete within the body, discussing the critical importance of session order for optimal adaptation. Michael shares insights from his research, revealing that high neuromuscular demand can hinder performance, while low demand fosters improvement. They propose practical methods for monitoring fatigue using innovative tools, with future ambitions for real-time adjustments in training.

🏎️💪 FITNESS, FOCUS & FORMULA ONE: The ART of PERFORMANCE 🚀From the ski slopes of France to the F1 paddock, Dr Pete McKnight’s coaching journey has been anything but ordinary 🌍In this episode of The Training Science Podcast, Martin and Pete unpack decades of lessons from Olympic sport to motorsport:🏋️‍♂️ Why “getting fitter” doesn’t always mean better performance 🧠 Emotional control: the invisible skill that separates the greats from the good 🏎️ Inside the training demands of Formula One drivers—#TrainingSciencePodcast #HIITScience #StrengthAndConditioning #FormulaOne #PerformanceScience #EliteSport #Coaching #AthleteDevelopment #EmotionalControl #HighPerformanceTeams #SportsScience #MindsetMatters #MotorsportFitness #Resilience #LeadershipInSport #PerformanceOptimization_____________________ Today’s speakers:Dr Martin Buchheit https://martin-buchheit.net/    Dr Pete McKnight https://www.linkedin.com/in/petemcknight/ _____________________ 

Rachel Neylan, an Olympian and physiotherapist, dives deep into high performance, blending elite sports principles into various fields. She shares her journey from physiotherapy to cycling, emphasizing resilience as a crucial element for success. Neylan discusses the importance of a balanced approach between data and human connection, likening surgeons to athletes who require optimal fueling and ergonomics. She also explores how neuroscience can enhance athletic performance and the role of technology, like AI and wearables, in maximizing results.

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Ibrahim Akubat, a sports science researcher specializing in training load and heart-rate monitoring, joins Dr. Martin Buchheit, an expert in exercise physiology. They delve into the importance of heart rate in training, revealing that even a minimal dose of around 30 minutes a week can yield significant benefits. The duo explores the evolution of heart rate metrics, the relevance of TRIMP, and how to personalize training for better performance. They also weigh the trade-offs between time-in-zone and traditional metrics, making it clear that heart rate is still key in modern coaching.

💉🏃‍♂️ EXERCISE, GLUCOSE & PERFORMANCE — RETHINKING DIABETES MANAGEMENT ⚡What happens when sports science meets blood sugar science? 🤔Dr. Sam Scott joins Paul Laursen to unpack how exercise, nutrition, and technology collide in the quest to help athletes, and everyday people, to thrive with diabetes. 📈 The real challenge of blood glucose management for type 1 athletes 📊 Why continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are changing the game 🥩 Carb strategies & fat oxidation: tailoring nutrition to the individual 🤖 How AI and tools like EnhanceD simplify complex diabetes data—#TrainingSciencePodcast #HIITScience #DiabetesManagement #Type1Diabetes #SportsScience #ExercisePhysiology #ContinuousGlucoseMonitor #AIinHealth #BloodGlucoseControl #CarbohydrateStrategies #AthleteHealth #PerformanceScience #MetabolicHealth #NutritionScience #EnhanceD #FatOxidation #EnduranceAthletes #TechInSport_____________________ Today’s speakers:Prof Paul LaursenDr Sam Scott  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-scott-phd-620a97a2/ _____________________ References:Sam’s IG:https://www.instagram.com/sam__scott_/ Enhanced-D:https://www.enhance-d.com/ Sam’s Book:https://www.amazon.com/Empowered-Science-Exercise-Type-Diabetes/dp/1068431717_____________________