

Science for Sport Podcast
Science for Sport
Discover the Secrets Behind Elite Performance.
Join us on the Science for Sport Podcast, where every episode dives into the cutting-edge world of sports science and the untold stories behind the best athletes and teams on the planet.
Hosted by Richard Graves, we bring you exclusive insights from elite athletes, world-class coaches, and leading sports scientists who are shaping the future of global sport.
This isn’t just another sports podcast—this is your backstage pass to:
- The science powering record-breaking performances.
- The trends, challenges, and breakthroughs redefining the game.
- Mastering the balance of art and science in coaching.
Whether you’re a sports scientist, coach, physio, nutritionist, teacher, or just a passionate sports fan, this is your chance to learn from the pros and stay ahead of the curve.
Tune in every Monday and uncover what it takes to make the best, better.
Join us on the Science for Sport Podcast, where every episode dives into the cutting-edge world of sports science and the untold stories behind the best athletes and teams on the planet.
Hosted by Richard Graves, we bring you exclusive insights from elite athletes, world-class coaches, and leading sports scientists who are shaping the future of global sport.
This isn’t just another sports podcast—this is your backstage pass to:
- The science powering record-breaking performances.
- The trends, challenges, and breakthroughs redefining the game.
- Mastering the balance of art and science in coaching.
Whether you’re a sports scientist, coach, physio, nutritionist, teacher, or just a passionate sports fan, this is your chance to learn from the pros and stay ahead of the curve.
Tune in every Monday and uncover what it takes to make the best, better.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 31min
201: Elite Ice Hockey Training Secrets
In episode 201 Joe Neal, Owner of 2SP Performance in Detroit. joins us.
Specifically Joe will be looking at:
The physical requirements of ice hockey
How to adjust training based on game stress
How to improve ice hockey performance in the gym
About Joe :
"Joe has been a private sector Strength and Conditioning Coach for 17 years in Detroit Michigan. In that time, he has been working with mainly hockey and baseball, ranging from youth to professional athletes"
Instagram:
@joeneal2
@2spsports
Website
www.2spsports.com
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Jan 29, 2024 • 32min
200: Creating South Australia's Best Gym
In episode 200, Sean Baker Owner of PEAQ - South Australia's Best Gym, joins us.
Specifically Sean will be looking at:
How he created and financed his gym
How to designed the space
How sessions relate to the design
How he programs for PEAQ performance
About Sean :
"Sean is an ASCA Elite Level 3 Coach, with a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science. His journey in the S&C world has primarily been centred around Australian Rules Football and Cricket, however in more recent times has diversified into Lacrosse and Professional Women’s Basketball.
Concurrently while exploring a career in the sporting world, Sean has operated in the private sector, with the aim to manipulate his S&C skillset to be appropriate for all abilities. His work in the private sector has organically grown to having his own facility (recently earning the crown of ‘best gym in South Australia’), with an expansion due to occur in the coming months."
Instagram: @s.c.baker @peaqperformance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-baker-095532ba
Website: www.peaq.com.au
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Jan 22, 2024 • 30min
199: Elite LTAD On A Shoestring Budget
In episode 199, Conor Clancey Human Performance Specialist at OrthoArizona, joins us.
Specifically Connor will be looking at:
Perfect LTAD facilities
Bare bones LTAD facilities
How to produce world class LTAD sessions with limited equipment
About Conor :
"At the conclusion of his NCAA Division-1 baseball career, Conor Clancey turned his focus to exercise science and has remained in the field ever since. For the past eight years, Conor has delivered athlete-centered strength and conditioning training to amateur, collegiate, and professional athletes. He currently work as a human performance specialist at OrthoArizona, a sports medicine company based in Phoenix, Arizona, and is a member of Grand Canyon University’s exercise science staff where he instructs several upper-level sport performance courses to undergraduate students. With a Master’s degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Sport Performance and the designation of Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the NSCA, Conor strives to assist athletes in effectively developing the abilities that may positively influence on-field/court/ice performance. With a passion for educating, he enjoys creating an atmosphere in which athletes both enjoy and understand the reasoning behind their training process."
Instagram - @coach.clancey
X (Formerly known as Twitter) - @ConorClancey
Athletic Movement Skills (Human Kinetics) by Clive Brewer
www.Physedgames.com
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Jan 14, 2024 • 28min
198: Learn Professional Grappling Sport Performance Secrets
In episode 198 James de Lacey, Strength and Conditioning Coach, joins us.
Specifically James will be looking at:
Physiology underpinning grappling sports
How to train in the gym for improved grappling performance
How to plan your training weeks for optimum performance
About James :
"James owns Sweet Science of Fighting and Lift Big Eat Big. He holds a Master of Sport & Exercise Science with published research in the Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. James spent his career applying sports science and coaching knowledge in professional and international rugby league and union for the past decade. He now specializes in combat sports preparation"
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/
https://liftbigeatbig.com/
https://jamesdelacey.com/
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Jan 8, 2024 • 29min
197: How Vegetarian And Vegan Athletes Can Master Nutrition To Perform Optimally
In episode 197 Sam Thompson, Sport Nutritionist and PhD Candidate at the University of the West of Scotland and Celtic FC, joins us.
Specifically Sam will be looking at:
What plant based diets are
The advantages and disadvantages to vegetarian and vegan diets
How to avoid key pitfalls of these diets
Real world examples of how to implement these diets for athletes
About Sam :
"I am a Sports and Exercise Nutritionist based in Valencia, Spain currently undertaking my PhD with the University of the West of Scotland and Celtic FC investigating the dietary behaviours of elite youth footballers. Previously, I worked with a range of clients ranging from the general population to athletes, including team sport athletes as well as individual sports such as cycling, running and triathlon. "
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samthompson_nutrition/
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/samtnutrition
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Jan 1, 2024 • 37min
196: Rocket Your Fitness During Injuries While Respecting Tissue Healing, Capacity, and Tolerance
In episode 196, Merrick Lincoln, Assistant Professor, Physical Therapist and Strength & Conditioning Coach, joins us.
Specifically Merrick will be looking at:
How strength training and rehab differ
What pain scales are and how to use them
Case study: How to rehab injuries using pain scales
About Merrick :
"Dr. Merrick Lincoln is an Assoicate Professor of Exercise Science and Rehabiltation Medcine at Saginaw Valley State University, Michigan, USA, a licensed Physical Therapist, and a Certified Strength and Condiitoning Specialist. His research and clinical interests center on resistance training programming for performance enhancement, injury risk reducton, and rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries. Outside of work, Dr. Lincoln is a father of twins, a Great Lakes waterman (paddleboarding, kayaking, open-water swimming), and gym equipment afficionado. To learn more from Dr. Lincoln, access his publications in Strength and Conditioning Journal, T-Nation, Breaking Muscle, and Personal Training Quarterly, or catch him presenting at an upcoming National Strength and Conditioning Association event."
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Dec 25, 2023 • 38min
195: How To Sprint Like A Top NFL Draft Pick
In episode 195 Les Spellman, Speed Coach, joins us.
Specifically Les will be looking at:
What speed is
How physiology relates to technique
Universial technique model
How to improve your speed
About :
"Les Spellman is one of America's elite speed performance coaches. Over the past 10+ years, Les has trained several Olympians as well as athletes in the NFL, and NCAA Division I. Most notably, he’s trained 28 NFL draft picks in the past 3 drafts including 8 first round picks."
X: @les7spellman
IG: @les7spellman
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Dec 18, 2023 • 24min
194: How To Train Like A Masters World Champion
In episode Lion Martinez World Record Holder in 60m, 100m, and 200m (indoor) in the M45 masters athlete bracket, joins us.
Specifically Lion will be looking at:
The differences between masters and senior athletes
How to train as a masters athlete
How he trains to break world records
About Lion:
"Track athlete since 1989, coach since 2000. Now Masters athlete and world record holder in the 60m (6.88), 100m (10.72) and 200m (indoor 22.23) in the M45 bracket."
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Dec 11, 2023 • 31min
193: How Tactical Operators Use Exercise Physiology To Optimise Human Performance
In episode Christopher Myers, Exercise Physiologist for the 2d Air Support Operation Squadron in Vilseck Germany, joins us.
Specifically Chris will be looking at:
The importance of physiology for tactical operators
Constraints of tactical work
How to plan and physically prepare for tactical demands
About Chris:
"Dr. Christopher Myers is the Exercise Physiologist for the 2d Air Support Operation Squadron in Vilseck, Germany. Additionally, he voluntarily serves as the United States Air Forces Europe Tactical Air Control Party Human Performance Optimization Program Coordinator. He conducted his doctoral research and post-doctoral fellowship research with the Navy Experimental Dive Unit in Panama City Beach, Florida. And recently, he authored the book The Human Weapon System and Skeletal Muscle Physiology: An Update to Anatomy and Function, which Springer Publishing will publish in 2024."
Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Human-Weapon-System-Christopher-Myers/dp/3031450604/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1G0QGKESK59FS&keywords=human+weapon+system&qid=1701787771&sprefix=%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-1
Springer - https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-45061-7
Social Media:
FB - https://www.facebook.com/3SportsScience/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-myers-ph-d-cscs-cissn-5155385a/
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Dec 4, 2023 • 31min
192: How To Upskill And Land Your Dream Job In S&C
In episode 192 Darren Chesworth, Deputy Head of the Sport and Nutrition Department at University College Birmingham, joins us.
Specifically Darren will be looking at:
What an S&C Coach does
Skills an S&C Coach needs
How to obtain these skills
How to get a job in S&C
About Darren:
"I am an accredited S&C coach (CSCS & ASCC) and have been lucky enough to work in academy football, tennis and badminton. Growing up playing badminton as my main sport has fueled a particular interest in racket sports and enhancing athletic performance within this domain. Since working in S&C full time, I have transitioned into academia and I currently work as the Deputy Head of the Sport and Nutrition Department at University College Birmingham (UCB). My roles at UCB have afforded me fantastic opportunities to work with athletes across various other sports including golf and basketball, as well as with match officials. I am privileged to teach on both our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in strength and conditioning. This is highly rewarding and I am passionate about ensuring learners acquire the necessary skills for success and develop into well-rounded professionals, whether they choose S&C or opt for alternative career pathways. I am committed to providing an excellent student experience and seeking out opportunities to enhance experiential learning."
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-chesworth-464b6157/
Email: d.chesworth@ucb.ac.uk
UCB Websites: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/strength-conditioning-and-sports-nutrition-bsc-hons-fdsc/
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