
Science for Sport Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Jul 15, 2024 • 21min
224: Elite Energy: Nutrition Strategies For Winning
In episode 224, Tom Shaw, Performance Nutritionist, join us.
Specifically Tom will be looking at:
The importance of fueling for match day
Science underpinning fueling
Recovery from matches
Exactly what elite athletes eat to optimise performance
About Tom
"Tom Shaw is a performance nutritionist who most recently worked for Sparta Prague. Before that, he worked with Wakefield Trinity in the Super League and European Tour golfers. He holds an MSc in Sport Nutrition and BSc in Sport & Exercise from Liverpool John Moores University. He works with teams and athletes through his business Shaw Performance Ltd."
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/-tom-shaw?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3Bb32RTvhjQFCu8ZiewvGNGQ%3D%3D
Papers:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33097528/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35253609/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28919844/
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Jul 8, 2024 • 20min
223: Maximise Your Adaptation To Training
Conor Heeney, Head of S&C at LJMU, discusses training adaptation in combat sports, exploring how exposure to training induces positive changes. He delves into understanding training-induced fatigue, bodily systems for physical training, physiological adaptations, and maximizing athlete adaptation through needs analysis and training monitoring.

Jul 1, 2024 • 26min
222: Elite Rest: The Science Of Recovery In Sport
In episode 222, Phil Samuel S&C Coach at the US Air Force, join us.
Specifically Phil will be looking at:
What recovery is
Cornerstones of recovery
Science-based recovery methods
How to apply these methods
About Phil
"Phil is a Strength and Conditioning Coach from the UK with a MSc in Applied Sports Nutrition and a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science. Phil previously worked within professional football before taking his current position as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for the US Air Force. Alongside this, Phil is also a consultant Strength and Conditioning coach for Oxford University and a guest lecturer for the University of Portsmouth."
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-samuel/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/psa__performance
Oxford uni recovery pyramid - https://www.instagram.com/p/C7MEEJTIyEO/
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Jun 24, 2024 • 30min
221: Unlock Performance Potential With Jump Profiling
In episode 221 Tommy Munday of Sharp Training Systems, join us.
Specifically Tommy will be looking at:
Importance of jump profiling
How to profile
Equipment needed
How to program based on your data
About Tommy
"Tommy has been a UKSCA Accredited S&C coach for the last five years. He has previously worked for Manchester United Women and Boxing Science, and now coaches under the banner of Sharp Training Systems in Sheffield, where he provides physical performance testing, training and consultancy to motivated athletes and coaches in a variety of sports including athletics, football, hockey, netball and rowing."
Instagram: @sharp.trainingsystems
Twitter: @tommymunday1
Website: https://www.sharptrainingsystems.co.uk/
Loaded jump calculator tool: https://www.sharptrainingsystems.co.uk/loadedjumptemplate
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Jun 17, 2024 • 25min
220: No Gym, No Problem: Maximal Gains With Minimal Equipment
In episode 220 Desmond Cooper and Jebrai Regan, American Football Players and Strength & Conditioning Coaches, join us.
Specifically Coop and Jay will be looking at:
Skills coaches need to train with low equipment
Types of adjustments coaches and athletes can make
How they coach sessions with low equipment
About Coop & Jay:
"Desmond Cooper is a professional American football player with a rich athletic background. He excelled as a former D1 athlete in both track and football before making a mark in various prominent leagues including the NFL, CFL, and several European football leagues. With seven years of experience in Europe, Desmond has also become a well-known figure in sports training, having worked with numerous professional, collegiate, and high school athletes across different sports. Currently, he shares his expertise and insights as the host of the podcast "The Coaches Compass," available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
Jebrai Regan is a distinguished professional American football player currently showcasing his skills with the Fehervar Enthroners in Hungary, a country where he is also a citizen and proudly represents the Hungarian national team. As a former D1 American football player, Jebrai brings a wealth of experience to the field. Aside from his athletic achievements, Jebrai is the founder of EVOL, a company dedicated to training athletes across Europe. Having spent eight years in Europe, Jebrai is deeply rooted in the sports community and actively contributes to its growth. Furthermore, he shares his knowledge and perspectives through his podcast, "The Coaches Compass," adding depth and value to the sports conversation."
IG: @coachcoop_9, @_vicdamonejr_32, @coaches.compass, @dc9fit, @evolhp
spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecoachescompass
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAFQwfqShJQz8YPD5-uqTrQ
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Jun 10, 2024 • 29min
219: Rocket Your Career With The Perfect Placement
Tom Brownlee, Assistant Professor with experience in physiologist work, discusses placement types, choosing placements, optimizing learning, and landing jobs post-placement. Topics include internships in sports, transitioning to professional roles, practical experiences in sports science, and maximizing internship opportunities.

Jun 3, 2024 • 34min
218: Secrets Behind Elite Cricketer's Physical Preperation
In episode 218 Pete Sim, Physical Preparation coach for England Men’s Test Cricket team, joins us.
Specifically Pete will be looking at:
Physical demands
How to plan around 5 day events
What gym sessions look like
Recovery in cricket
About Pete:
"Current Physical Preparation coach for England Men’s Test Cricket team. Worked in cricket since 2017, prior to Test role I was at Yorkshire CCC and then on to Worcestershire CCC. Started my S&C career in Rugby Union at Newcastle Falcons in 2013."
Instagram: @petersim13
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May 27, 2024 • 39min
217: Is Hybrid Training Easier Than You Think?
In episode 217 Phil Price, Senior Lecturer at St Mary's University, joins us.
Specifically Phil will be looking at:
Hybrid training vs Concurrent training
Physiology underpinning hybrid training
How to optimise hybrid training
About Phil:
"Dr Phil Price is a Senior Lecturer in Strength and Conditioning and Biomechanics at St Mary's University, and is the course lead for the MSc in Strength and Conditioning (distance learning). Phil is part of the HIFIm research team investigating the use of exercise countermeasures for training in microgravity, and is the host of The Progress Theory Podcast. Phil has an interest in concurrent/hybrid training and has recently released the book 'The science of hybrid training' available form Amazon."
Instagram: @drphilprice @theprogresstheory
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu1W0i8daXZbxEAeV17eMGw
Podcast:https://the-progress-theory.captivate.fm/listen?fbclid=PAAaa6PzjO9S-IHyRk6oDEXaLVf6e6EmuLgiyhepcYULVGyqXt6Ms32UXp6jM_aem_AVvgx7aqZpBNnTeI6x5r0MnGZkrrN-WKYmMRI5sGwfCY3EwgkSdYI5P1vNuNbsAh2cE
Website: www.theprogresstheory.com
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May 20, 2024 • 23min
216: How To Rehab From A 1% Chance To Live
In episode 216, Tim Chiarolanza former S&C Coach and major trauma survivor, joins us.
Specifically we will be looking at:
How diet and sleep improved his rehabilitation
The importance of exercise science in rehabilitation
What athletes can learn from his journey
About Tim :
"Tim Chiarolanza is a major trauma survivor. After spending over a decade working to achieve his dream job, including two stints working in professional baseball as a minor league strength and conditioning coach, he was named the head of strength and conditioning at his Alma mater, Lycoming College. He spent about six weeks in the position before he was accidentally struck by a car on November 16, 2021 while chasing after his dog, whose leash had broken during a walk. He suffered life-threatening injuries, including a ruptured aorta in his heart. He has a traumatic brain injury that did not show up until three days following the accident. He was Life Flighted to Geisinger Medical Center, where he was given a 1% chance of survival. Following his time in the ICU at the hospital, he was transferred to Bryn Mawr Hospital for inpatient rehab. He was released from inpatient rehab at the end of January 2022. He currently lives in Doylestown, Pennsylvania with his wife and their dog, Finn, who was uninjured running into the street. He is currently starting a non-profit called Triumph In Recovery which assists people who have traumatic brain injuries, which Tim still suffers from due to his accident, trauma survivors, and stroke survivors. He is also writing a book, a peer mentor for brain injury patients at his rehab hospital, and working to begin a speaking career because he wants to help as many people as possible with his survival.
Instagram - @timchiarolanza
Facebook - Tim Chiarolanza
LInkedIn - Timothy Chiarolanza M.S. CSCS, RSCC
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May 13, 2024 • 45min
215: How Just 100g Of Resistance Can Change The Sprinting World
Joe Dolcetti, Troy Jones, and Sam Portland discuss wearable resistance in sprinting, revolutionizing training methods. They explore enhancing sprinting technique, revolutionizing resistance training for improved performance, and utilizing wearable resistance for enhancing athletic performance. Troy and Sam also share insights on sports consulting and technology.
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