
Oxidative Potential Podcast
Everyone wants to get the most out of their training efforts and time, but everyone responds differently to training intervention. Host’s Phil Batterson and Matthew DesRoches breakdown sport performance research and protocols, as well as interviewing top researchers, experts, and coaches in the field to help athletes and coaches further succeed. Whether it’s running, cycling, triathlon, crossfit, etc. there are methods that can serve to clearly define what types of training is best suited for the athlete, and how to make the most out of their training efforts.
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Oct 25, 2022 • 45min
#52 - Crossfit Physiological & Performance Testing
Phil and Matt discuss the ins and out of performance and physiological testing for crossfit. The pro's and cons of various tests, how to blend performance and physiological testing together to get a defined picture.Oxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Oct 25, 2022 • 1h 45min
#53 - Kolie Moore - Endurance Essentials, Ergogenic Effects, Endurance Profiles
Today’s show is a shared podcast episode between myself and Kolie Moore. Kolie is well known cycling coach who hosts his own podcast called the empirical cycling podcast. Kolie is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to all things biochemistry, physiology, and cycling. Links to Kolie:Twitter: @type_iixWebsite: www.empiricalcycling.comInstagram: @empiricalcycling Podcast: https://www.empiricalcycling.com/podcast-episodesOxidative Potential Podcast LinksInstagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Oct 18, 2022 • 56min
#51 - Phil Bellinger - Muscle Fiber Typology Interactions w/ Endurance Training, Individualizing Endurance Interventions
Dr Bellinger is a young, emerging researcher with a track record in enhancing athletic performance through nutritional modulation and supplementation, and via manipulation of training. More recently, Dr Bellinger has employed a technique using MRI and spectroscopy to identify the muscle typology of elite athletes in order to use this information to fast track promising young athletes to senior success and to individualize exercise training.Links to Phil:Twitter: https://twitter.com/phil_bellinger?lang=en ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Phillip-Bellinger Oxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Oct 18, 2022 • 53min
#50 - Elite Endurance Performance
Phil and Matt wander down the road of discussing elite endurance performance, inspired by Phil's recent trip to the Kona Ironman with Moxy Monitor.Oxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Oct 11, 2022 • 54min
#48 - Sport Psychology Part 2
In part two of the sport psychology episode, Phil and Matt continue their discussion on a sport psychology review paper.Paper Discussed:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/216598350_A_systematic_review_of_stress_management_interventions_with_sport_performersOxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Oct 11, 2022 • 1h 27min
#49 - Marinus Petersen - Pillars of Endurance, Resilient Performance, Using Critical Interpretation, Psychological Adaptations
On the show in this episode is Marinus Peteresen of kilowatt coaching. Marinus is the 2021 Welsh Road Race Champion who rides for the Nopinz Motip Race Team. On this episode there is a wide selection of topics cover on many different aspects of performance and exercise science literature. Links to MarinusInstagram Personal Account: https://www.instagram.com/marinuspetersen/?hl=enInstagram Coaching Account: https://www.instagram.com/kilowattcoaching/?hl=en Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/marinuspetersen Oxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Oct 4, 2022 • 55min
#46 - Sport Psychology Part 1
Phil and Matt discuss a sport psychology review paper, along with laying out the field of sport psychology, various interventions used with high success, etc.Paper Discussed:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/216598350_A_systematic_review_of_stress_management_interventions_with_sport_performersOxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Oct 4, 2022 • 1h 5min
#47 - Jacob Tober - Velocity Based Training for Performance, Autoregulatory Methods
On the show in this episode is Jacob Tober. Jacob Tober is the Head of Research and Education at Metric, a revolutionary Velocity Based Training (VBT) app. Metric enables lifters and coaches to accurately track Velocity, ROM, Power, and Fatigue with just their smartphone camera. No additional hardware required. Among being a leader, practitioner and educator in the Velocity Based Training space, Jacob is also an ASCA certified coach, and an ESSA accredited Sports scientist. Working with world-leading sports science school, Deakin University, Jacob consults on research studies focused on velocity based training and power development. Jacob has previously worked as a strength and conditioning coach at Core Advantage Athletic Development since 2013.Links to JacobInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vbtcoach/?hl=enApp: https://www.metric.coach/VBT Educational Resources: https://www.vbtcoach.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VBTCoachVelocityBasedTrainingMadePractical/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/VBTcoachOxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Sep 20, 2022 • 46min
#44 - Polarized vs Pyramidal Training
Phil and Matt discuss the research and topic of training intensity distribution. What are the factors between sport, athlete, training history, current physiology, etc.Papers Discussed:Polarized and Pyramidal Training Intensity Distribution: Relationship with a Half-Ironman Distance Triathlon Competition PMID: 31827355Effects of 16 weeks of pyramidal and polarized training intensity distributions in well-trained endurance runners https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34792817/Polarized training has greater impact on key endurance variables than threshold, high intensity, or high volume traininghttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24550842/Polarized vs. Threshold Training Intensity Distribution on Endurance Sport Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trialshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29863593/Oxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

Sep 20, 2022 • 52min
#45 - James Spragg - The Physiology of Durability, Testing Fatigue Resistance, The Fourth Endurance Parameter
James Spragg is a seasoned sports scientist and coach with a rich background as a professional cyclist and a PhD candidate focusing on fatigue in cycling. He dives into the complexities of fatigue, emphasizing its impact on performance and the need for effective testing protocols. The conversation also explores the role of technologies like the Moxie Monitor in understanding tissue oxygen levels. Slow-twitch muscle fibers are highlighted for their crucial role in enhancing endurance, along with insights into how to effectively translate research into practical coaching strategies.