The Real Science of Sport Podcast

With soccer matches already under way and many professional sports looking at innovative plans to get back in action, Prof. Ross Tucker and host Mike Finch explore the various models being used and what sports' recovery could mean for the rest of society. We also talk about the effect of spectator-less games on performance and do crowds really matterSUPPORT OUR PODCAST AT https://www.patreon.com/thescienceofsport Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taking part in regular exercise throughout your life has truly remarkable effects on performance and ageing. Prof. Ross Tucker and Mike Finch discuss the effects of age on our bodies, how to design the perfect 'active' life, push back the years and find motivation... no matter how old you are! APOLOGIES FOR SOME OF THE SOUND QUALITY DUE TO REMOTE RECORDING. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The impact of the Coronavirus across the globe has been felt in every sphere of life, including sport. From the cancellation and postponement of most major sporting events, including the Olympic Games, to the future of the professional game, Covid19 is likely to have a lasting effect. Join Prof. Ross Tucker and host Mike Finch as they discuss the impact of the pandemic, how and when normal sport may resume, the consequences of reduced training time and the role health and fitness play in the fight against the virus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, world-renowned science journalist Christie Aschwanden and hosts Prof. Ross Tucker and Mike Finch explore the science behind athletic recovery. They debunk misleading claims and practices, including the ineffective use of ice baths and the illusion of hydration. They also discuss the psychological impact of beer on recovery and emphasize the importance of relaxation and sleep for optimal recovery.

Cut through the hype and discover what the science says about training just right... no matter what your sport. Join host Mike Finch and world-renowned sports scientist Prof. Ross Tucker as they explain the fundamentals of a good training plan, how the body gets fitter and stronger, long slow distance vs intervals, how to recover just right and the simplest way to manage your own progress like a pro. It's a must- listen for anyone serious about their performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nike's newly-released Alphafly Next% - released just four days after new regulations on shoe design were announced by World Athletics - will do little to restore the integrity of distance running times and records. Prof Ross Tucker and sports editor Mike Finch, together with guest biomechanist Geoff Burns, explain how the sport may have changed forever... and not in a good way! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the shoe that broke running, to drug cheats, Caster Semenya, Alberto Salazar, the best way to make a champion and Red-S, our first season of the Science of Sport Podcast was never short on controversy. Host Mike Finch and Prof. Ross Tucker name their award winners of the year, look back on the lessons learnt and look ahead to the 2020 Olympic year Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As one of the world's top obstacle racers and ultra runners, Amelia Boone is regarded as one of the toughest female athletes on the planet. But a lifetime battling eating disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) almost cost the American her life and her sporting career. In this interview with Prof. Ross Tucker and host Mike Finch, Boone speaks openly about her dramatic past, relationships and the lessons others can take from her ongoing battle against her toughest opponent, herself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trent Stellingwerff, an exercise physiologist specializing in performance nutrition, and Hilary Stellingwerff, a former elite runner, delve into the pressing issues surrounding Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). They discuss the intense pressures athletes face regarding body image and weight, emphasizing the detrimental effects on mental and physical health. The conversation covers how unrealistic weight goals can harm performance, stresses the importance of prioritizing long-term athlete health over short-term gains, and calls for better education and support for young athletes.

Professor Ross Tucker and host Mike Finch looked at the effect that modern day tech has on sport, its role in performance and what the future looks like. We discuss everything from the effect of cellphone distraction on athlete performance, what some federations have done to push back on tech in order to retain integrity, how best to use tech to enhance performance and what the future could look like. AI anyone? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.