Science for Sport Podcast

In episode 227 Mark Helme, Senior Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University, joins us. Specifically Mark will be looking at: How strength training varies during adolescence How to apply strength training at different ages What a session with him looks like About Mark "Mark is a senior lecturer and researcher in Sports Coaching at Leeds Beckett University, specializing in the areas of youth physical development and strength and conditioning. Mark is an accredited strength and conditioning coach, with the United Kingdom Strength and Conditioning Association and has been active coach and educator since 2004. As a parent of two young girls, he has developed a particular interest in developing fitness in younger children." X: @markhelme1 Insta: markhelme LinkedIn: Dr Mark Helme (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mark-helme-77071363/) Linktree: linktr.ee/markhelme Websites University: Mark Helme | Leeds Beckett University ResearchGate: (18) Mark Helme (researchgate.net) Personal: https://markhelmesandc.wordpress.com/ Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode227 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher

In episode 226 Tom Green, Head of Athletic Development at St Peters RC High School, joins us. Specifically Tom will be looking at: How PE and S&C differ for schools Barriers to implementing S&C in schools How to use S&C to complement PE and improve athletic developement About Tom Green "Tom Green is currently the Head of Athletic Development at St Peters RC High School in England. Tom has extensive experience in a range of sports at varied levels. He holds a BSc and MSc in Strength and Conditioning, is a qualified teacher, and sits on the UKSCA board for S&C in Schools." Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode226 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher

In episode 225 Michael McElhenie and Greg Dunn Founders of Exult Sport, join us. Specifically they will be looking at: Importance of youth sport Developing a positive culture Maximising the impact of youth sport About Michael & Greg Dr. Michael McElhenie is a leading figure in leadership development and organizational change and is renowned as one of the world’s top experts in Emotional Intelligence (EQ). His profound impact across decades spans coaching global executives, world leaders, and elite athletes worldwide. With a robust background in behavioral neuroscience, psychology, embodied practices, and kinesiology, Dr. McElhenie skillfully balances roles as an advisor to executive teams, corporate boards, and sports industry leaders while coaching athletes to enhance their EQ. His influential teaching on organizational evolution, responsive intelligence, and the critical practices for living an emotionally intelligent life have touched millions. A versatile sports enthusiast with a deep-rooted passion for hockey, Dr. McElhenie’s journey was notably shaped by a transformative experience at a Canadian hockey camp in the late '70s. There, he encountered a professional goalie coach who introduced him to pivotal breathwork and focusing techniques, essential for emotional management both on and off the ice. These techniques have become Dr. McElhenie’s cornerstone as he guides others to achieve their utmost potential. Gregory Dunn is a dynamic fusion of an accomplished athlete, seasoned business executive, and skilled executive leadership coach, dedicated to enhancing human performance through the art of self-mastery. His fervent commitment to personal development drives athletes, business leaders, and teams toward the pinnacle of success. Forged in the competitive fires of AAA, Junior, and Canadian Division 1 hockey in Toronto, Greg intimately understands the rigors of balancing physical prowess with emotional growth. He sharpened his emotional intelligence as an athlete, guided by exceptional coaches and his own exploratory practices. But Greg's journey of self-improvement extends beyond the rink. He broadened his horizons through corporate and entrepreneurship experiences, enriched by leadership training, a professional coaching certification, and a Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership. Greg's approach is a holistic blend of emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and interpersonal growth, creating tailored strategies for success. At the heart of his philosophy lies a simple yet powerful tenet: embracing challenges and cultivating resilience are the cornerstones of ongoing personal development and achieving peak performance. Link to book: https://www.exultsports.com/exult-athletics/book/good-sports-reclaiming-the-soul-of-youth-athletics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reel/861760689239480 Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exult-athletics/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exultsports/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExultAthletics Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode225 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher

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/ Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode224 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher

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.

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/ Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode221 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher

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 Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode221 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher

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 Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode220 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher

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.

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 Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode218 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research 🔔 Subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher