Train Smarter with Science Podcast

One of the best young high jumpers in Australia, Nicola McDermott uses her drive and motivation to leap over obstacles in her way. The successful Australian athlete has three times qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, and manages to study Biochemistry in her spare time.    We discuss her close relationship with long term coach, Matt Horsenll, her use of cues in training and competition to ensure high performance every time she approaches the bar, and the excitement of competing at the Olympics. Nicola also talks us through her travel preparations and tips of advice for any other athletes looking to improve their travel routine.   One of the kindest people you’ll ever meet, we’re going to be looking out for Nicola in green and gold at Tokyo in August. Be sure to follow her progress and join us in cheering her on from back here in Australia as she attempts to become the first Australian lady to jump over 2 metres! Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Nicola, please follow the links below:   https://www.athletics.com.au/athlete-profiles-directory/nicola-mcdermott-nsw/ https://www.facebook.com/nicolamcdermotthighjump/ https://www.nswis.com.au/nswis-news/nicola-mcdermott-jumps-to-new-heights-in-ostrava/ https://www.instagram.com/nicolalmcdermott/   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jen Fleeton joins us on today’s episode. Jen is a strength and conditioning specialist and current PhD candidate at the University of Sydney who has managed the S&C for the range of parathletes from the amatuer all the way up to paralympians who brought home gold at London 2012 and Rio 2016 Paralympics.   Jen and Mark discuss how working with para-athletes differs from able bodies athletes, and the considerations that come into play when working with CP athletes in particular. Most importantly, which Jen mentions a few times is the ability to have honest conversations with your para-athlete and the willingness to admit that something hasn’t worked for your adaptation, then move on and try another method. With such a diverse range of specificities CP athletes can experience, there is no one-size fits all method, and this challenge although difficult, is incredibly rewarding. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Jen, please follow the link below:   https://twitter.com/jflee_83     Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Selwyn Griffith joins Mark on today’s episode. The two discuss accelerated hamstring reconditioning in team sport athletes. Selwyn, who has been with the Brisbane Lions Football Club for 8 years, has worked in a number of roles from osteopathy in the medical team, before transitioning to the performance department to work with the strength and conditioning coaches, and then head of rehab before finally landing in his current role as Performance coach.    Selwyn and Mark discuss a more aggressive approach to reconditioning for his athletes who compete at the highest level in the AFL. Selwyn, who believes that athletes “aren’t going to get stronger lying on a table” has endorsed the prevention process in the gym setting to build robustness.   The statistics have proved Selwyn and his team are on the right track, with far lower rates of injury and reinjury for the players at the Lions, and he is confident in the system to build trust and bring the players into the process by getting them back on the training track as early as possible.   A true leader of industry who is aiding the Brisbane Lions, but also the wider sports science community in its drive forward with scientific based strength and conditioning programs. If only every club were lucky enough to have their own Selwyn!   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Ben, please follow the links below:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/selwyn-griffith-83466439 https://twitter.com/selwynosteo     Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest is Ben Haines - PhD, who to Mark about the importance of setting up a sporting academy the right way to enable your athletes to flourish. Ben gives us an overview of how to do so from his extensive academy experience in Australia and around the world, and his proven track record of developing younger athletes into powerhouses of their sport.   Editors pick: Ben touches on building relationships both up and down the hierarchy of a sport to bring cohesion through the athlete development process from a physical stand-point, which enables the coaches to use best practices within the budgetary constraints.   A kind of king-maker in Australian sport, having produced a handful of the top AFL picks in recent years, Ben was kind enough to spare his time to chat to us about his career and experiences in the sports science industry.   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Ben, please follow the links below:   ben.haines@volleyball.org.au https://au.linkedin.com/in/ben-haines-6ba50572 https://twitter.com/ben_haines_?lang=en     Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before we get to the show notes please consider donating to Australian charities and organisations as a show of support for the disaster relief. The Australian bushfires have significantly eclipsed the environmental effect of both the recent Californian and Amazon fires. The relief effort will take years and the environment in the affected areas may never be the same. More than one hundred fires still burn around the country, as both people and wildlife are displaced or killed.   Below are the links for RFS NSW and the Red Cross if you’d like to learn more about the situation or have the capacity to donate - it all counts.   RFS - https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/volunteer/support-your-local-brigade Red Cross - https://fundraise.redcross.org.au/drr   Thank you for the support, from all over the world! ------------------------------------   Today’s episode features the gut health whizz, Dr Orla O’Sullivan. Orla is a Research Fellow in Teagasc Food Research Centre, Moorepark and graduated from UCC with a BSc in Biochemistry and subsequently a PhD in Bioinformatics. Her research focuses on elucidating the microbiome from various environments including human gut and lung, rumen and food. Of particular interest to her is the role of exercise and diet, specifically whey protein, on the human gut microbiome both in healthy and diseased cohorts. Orla also has a keen interest in Science communication and sits on the education and outreach committee of the APC.   Orla was recently awarded the early career researcher of the year award from the Science Foundation of Ireland, and today Mark talks to Orla about the benefits to high performance athletes of promoting diversity in microbiome for gut health.   A fascinating discussion including real world examples from her work with the Irish Rugby Union team. Let us know what you think or if you’d like to hear more about gut health from another expert around the world!   Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more.   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed.   Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Orla, please follow the links below: orla.osullivan@teagasc.ie https://twitter.com/orlaos?lang=en   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!     Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strength and conditioning specialist at High Performance New Zealand, Nicolai Morris joins Mark for the first episode of 2020. Today we focus on the use of social media in the fitness industry, the stakeholders it affects (athletes, coaches, researchers), and how we can use it to create a strong progressive community of exercise science individuals all over the world. The second topic revolves around women in the industry and they're underrepresentation in positions that matter.   Nicolai is a champion of women holding the positions they deserve, as we are here at Train Smarter with Science. Mark and Nic both agree during the show that a coach should be chosen because they’re a good fit, not because they’re buddies with an existing member of an organisation. We’re heading in the right direction as an industry, and it was refreshing to hear some great names who were highlighted as both Nicolai’s and Mark’s professional inspirations. Great women who have helped develop and nurture both Nic and Mark as they progress in their careers.    If you’re heading to a conference and see Nicolai’s name on the schedule, make sure to reserve a seat and listen to what she has to say, it’ll be worth it! Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Nicolai, please follow the links below:   nicolai.morris@uqconnect.edu.au https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolai-morris-68596464 https://twitter.com/nicolai_morris?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/nicolai_morris/?hl=en     Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!     Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a quick message to wish all of our fans a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Please enjoy some down time after a huge 2019!   We're taking a short break to unwind, but fear not - we're ready to rock for our first episode back on the 8th Jan with Nicolai Morris!   We're so glad to see you here each and every fortnight. The support we've received has been incredible throughout 2019 and we look forward to continuing the strong growth of our show through 2020!   If you have any feedback please send us an email or drop us a review on your preferred podcast platform, and of course any guest recommendations or contacts are much appreciated! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former professional basketballer turned strength and conditioning coach, Duncan Ogilvie joins us on the show today. Mark and Duncan were classmates back at university where they both completed a Masters in Sports and Exercise Science, and have both coached and worked closely with elite athletes around the world. With over 10 years working in the industry, Duncan now sits as Director of strength and conditioning firm Do Training and performance and Director of strength and conditioning at the University of East London. In both roles Duncan supports a variety of programs and individual athletes throughout the United Kingdom.   In this episode, we focus on one special athlete under his tutelage who aims to one day to win a world championship boxing title. We discuss the training regime and how a training camp is put together in the lead up to a big fight.    FYI: Toward the end of the discussion, Duncan mentions the Athlete monitoring system First Beat. To find out more information about First Beat, follow the link below: https://www.firstbeat.com/en/ Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Duncan, please follow the links below:   Phone: +44 (0) 7754201682 Email: duncan@dotraining.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/dotraining/ https://www.dotraining.co.uk/dotraining/duncan-ogilvie/ https://twitter.com/dotraining?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ta_bZVpRxkk     Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kieran Maguire joins Mark on the show to talk myofascial and extracellular matrix edit influence on strength and performance.   Kieran, a qualified and ESSA registered exercise scientist who holds a Masters in strength and conditioning has developed his skills across the broad study of ‘movement’. Having studied under industry leaders including Ido Portal, Dmitri Klokov and currently Prof Gregory Haff, Kieran works with both elite and sub-elite athletes to promote strong, sound bodies.   We loved having Kieran on, and you can tell her just loves to nerd out on this dense topic. If you have any follow up questions or want to pick his brain over a coffee in Brisbane, drop by Science of Fitness, or get in contact with him via the details below! Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance, and Stick Mobility. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au and www.stickmobility.com.au to learn more and receive a 10% off your course with the code TSWS. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Kieran or the team at SOF, please follow the links below:   https://www.scienceoffitness.com.au/about-us https://classpass.com/studios/science-of-fitness-west-end https://www.instagram.com/kieran.r.maguire/?hl=en https://www.sofplatinum.com.au https://www.instagram.com/scienceoffitness/?hl=en   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!     Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grab a hold, we’re going double dyno on today’s episode with lawyer turned world class climber, Anna Davey. Anna chats to Mark about the pressures of big competition, her journey from the corporate world, into the rapidly expanding climbing scene, and the strenuous training regime that demands the best from those willing to sacrifice. Anna, who is based in Perth, Australia can be seen regularly at one of the local bouldering gyms working hard on strength and conditioning, technique and strategy and from the whole team here at TSWS we wish Anna all the best in the upcoming competitions!   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Anna, please follow the links below:   https://www.instagram.com/anna.davey/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN6M0uYYyYMdZUHrYY3b3Yw https://www.facebook.com/annaclimbs/ https://www.ifsc-climbing.org/index.php?option=com_ifsc&view=athlete&id=76567&cat=5   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!     Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breathe deep, we're up in the troposphere with today's guest. Olivier Girard joins us to talk about the benefits of altitude training for team sports. With 15 years experience under his belt, Olivier is ranked by many around the world as a leading expert in altitude training. A fountain of knowledge, which he gladly shares with us, Mark and Olivier discuss the methodology of altitude and why more sporting teams should be incorporating it into their training programs.   Note: Olivier references the 30-15 intermittent test, which is believed to be superior to the Yo-Yo test, please find more information here: https://martin-buchheit.net/2019/01/04/the-30-15-intermittent-fitness-test-versus-the-yo-yo-intermittent-recovery-test-level-1-relationship-and-sensitivity-to-training/ Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Olivier, please follow the links below:   https://www.oliviergirard.com http://profiles.murdoch.edu.au/myprofile/olivier-girard/https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Olivier_Girard2 https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivier-girard-184bb56a/   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!     Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lace ‘em up, we’re going running with speed coach Ranell Hobson. Ranell is the Training Director and Head Coach at the Academy of Sport Speed Australia, who is an award winning speaker both domestically and internationally who focuses on building strong athletes for speed in their sports.   Amongst other topics in this effervescent discussion, we talk about the pillars of speed every athlete should be developing, and every coach should be studying, ensuring athletes stay injury free with correct technique.    A coach who isn’t out to steal your S&C job, and only wants to make you look good by way of strong and fast athletes, Ranell brightened our podcast room the moment she joined us, and we’re excited to share this interview with you all.   Sponsorship Info This episode is proudly brought to you Blackroll. Receive 15% your recovery pillow using the code 'TSWS15' at payment. For Australian customers, receive 15% off all Blackroll products on www.blackroll.com.au with the same discount code.   Train Smarter with Science is also brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Ranell or ASSA, please follow the links below: https://academyofsportspeed.com https://twitter.com/speedyranell?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/AcademyofSportSpeedAustralia/   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!     Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perth born Hockey star Georgia Wilson joins us on the show today. Mark and Georgia talk about the importance of a strong support network when dealing with injuries, where it all began for Georgia, and rising through the ranks to become a Hockeyroo for Australia.   With an undergraduate science degree from the University of Western Australia behind her, Georgia is aiming for her first Olympics in Tokyo next year. Away from her busy schedule, Georgia is a mental Health ambassador for youth mental health organisation Zero2Hero.   Tough as nails, Georgia has dealt with horrendous injuries in her young career, but bounces back stronger than before with incredible resilience. The type of person who leaves you feeling great after speaking to her, the positivity certainly emanates through the airwaves in this episode, so please enjoy, and consider subscribing.   Sponsorship Info This episode is proudly brought to you Blackroll. Receive 15% your recovery pillow using the code 'TSWS15' at payment. For Australian customers, receive 15% off all Blackroll products on www.blackroll.com.au with the same discount code.   Train Smarter with Science is also brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Georgia, please follow the links below:   https://www.instagram.com/the_nourished_athlete/ https://www.thenourishedathlete.com.au/our-roots https://www.olympics.com.au/news/georgia-wilson-rebuilding-my-identity/ http://www.zero2hero.com.au https://www.instagram.com/activ8hockey/     Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports and Exercise Medicine Students National President Stephen McMahon joins Mark on the show today. Steve is a medical graduate student and coach, with previous careers in exercise physiology and education.   With over 24 years of teaching and lecturing experience we are delighted to have Steve on the show to talk about the future of Sport and Exercise Medicine and the effects of Heat related illness and injuries in sport.    Please enjoy and consider subscribing.   Sponsorship Info This episode is proudly brought to you Blackroll. Receive 15% your recovery pillow using the code 'TSWS15' at payment. For Australian customers, receive 15% off all Blackroll products on www.blackroll.com.au with the same discount code.   Train Smarter with Science is also brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more.     Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Steve, please follow the link below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-mcmahon-51084224   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We chased down Australian Marathoner Milly Clark for today’s show. Fortunately Mark didn’t have to literally chase her down, otherwise the interview may not have taken place*. Milly is lightning fast over 42.2kms and has recently qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games with PB at the Gold Coast Marathon, finishing in 2:28!   Inspired by her Mother and Aunt who were also elite athletes, Milly chat’s to Mark about running, her work as a dietitian, and potentially being selected for another Olympic campaign.   We also take questions from members of Mark’s local running club, the Perth Run Collective, a free group running initiative supported by Lululemon in Perth, Western Australia. ‘PRC’ meet Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings, and all running levels are welcome. More information can be found on the Facebook group page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthruncollective/   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!   *It definitely wouldn’t have taken place   Sponsorship Info This episode is proudly brought to you by Stick Mobility. The Stick Mobility system can be adapted to suit all activity levels making it an extremely versatile and valuable addition to anyone’s training.  Stick Mobility is “Movement made better”.  To learn more and book into the next course, head to stickmobility.com.au. The first 10 sign ups using the reference ‘TSWSPodcast’ will receive 10% off the registration cost for the course!   This episode is also brought to you by Blackroll. Receive 15% your recovery pillow using the code 'TSWS15' at payment. For Australian customers, receive 15% off all Blackroll products on www.blackroll.com.au with the same discount code. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Milly, please follow the links below: https://www.instagram.com/millyjane14 https://www.iaaf.org/athletes/australia/milly-clark-270229 http://physiotas.com.au/dietitian-help/ https://twitter.com/millyjane14 https://www.olympics.com.au/olympians/milly-clark/   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Stahl joins us on the show today. Steve is a physiotherapist who spends his time away from the clinic working with Stick Mobility to educate industry professionals and individual athletes of its benefits. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Steve uses his expertise to instruct and teach with both RockTape Australia, and Stick Mobility. A keen athlete himself, Steve knows first-hand the advantage of incorporating Stick Mobility into his training, and shares a bit of that knowledge with us today.   Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance, and Stick Mobility. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au and www.stickmobility.com.au to learn more. Use promo code ‘TSWSPODCAST’ to receive 10% your course price. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Steve, please follow the links below: https://www.stickmobility.com.au/meet-our-instructors/ https://rocktape.com.au/steve-stahl/ https://coriobayhealth.com.au/practitioners/steven-stahl/     Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sleep specialist Dr Sabrina Skorski joins us on the show today to stress the importance of sleep for athletes and anyone who wants to perform at their peak.   Based in Germany, Sabrina is a degree coordinator of international Master of science and high performance at the University of Saarland.   With over 25 publications and winner of the Young Investigator Award at the Aspire Sport Science Conference, Sabrina takes time out of her busy schedule to emphasise the need for pushing out zzz’s, but this episode certainly won’t send you to sleep. Please enjoy.   Sponsorship Info This episode is proudly brought to you by Stick Mobility. The Stick Mobility system can be adapted to suit all activity levels making it an extremely versatile and valuable addition to anyone’s training.  Stick Mobility is “Movement made better”.  To learn more and book into the next course, head to stickmobility.com.au. The first 10 sign ups using the reference ‘TSWSPodcast’ will receive 10% off the registration cost for the course!   This episode is also brought to you by Blackroll. Receive 15% your recovery pillow using the code 'TSWS15' at payment. For Australian customers, receive 15% off all Blackroll products on www.blackroll.com.au with the same discount code.   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Sabrina, please follow the links below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sabrina-skorski-54534683 http://sportmedizin-saarbruecken.de/en/staff/dr-sabrina-skorski-phd https://twitter.com/brina1812 https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sabrina_Skorski     Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!     Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining Mark on the Podcast today is the inspiring, Nathan Charles. Rugby star, CF ambassador and all round good guy. Nathan suffers from Cystic Fibrosis, and until his retirement earlier this year, was the only known athlete in the world playing a professional contact sport with CF. We find out what it was like to break into the Australian national rugby team, and play in countries all over the world. Since retiring, Nathan has focused on finishing his Masters degree, and starting a sport related business. Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more. Sponsorship Info This episode is proudly brought to you by Stick Mobility. The Stick Mobility system can be adapted to suit all activity levels making it an extremely versatile and valuable addition to anyone’s training.  Stick Mobility is “Movement made better”.  To learn more and book into the next course, head to stickmobility.com.au. The first 10 sign ups using the reference ‘TSWSPodcast’ will receive 10% off the registration cost for the course! Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Nathan Charles, please follow the links below: https://www.nathancharles.com.au https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathancharles2 https://twitter.com/nathancharles2 https://www.menshealth.com.au/nathan-charles-wallabies-cystic-fibrosis   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Head of Sports Physiology and Research at Aspire Academy in Qatar, Dr Marco Cardinale is at the pinnacle of his industry in both reputation and position. Aspire Academy boasts world-leading facilities servicing athletes from a broad range of sports, as Marco oversees the development of the names we’ll be seeing on the world stage for the next decade. Marco and Mark talk about Aspire Academy, the difference in parenting culture from the Western world to the East, Marco’s motivation, ongoing research, and what it takes to become a great S&C coach.   Sponsorship Info This episode is proudly brought to you by Stick Mobility. The Stick Mobility system can be adapted to suit all activity levels making it an extremely versatile and valuable addition to anyone’s training.  Stick Mobility is “Movement made better”.  To learn more and book into the next course, head to stickmobility.com.au. The first 10 sign ups using the reference ‘TSWSPodcast’ will receive 10% off the registration cost for the course! Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with today’s guest, please follow the links below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-cardinale https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Marco_Cardinale https://twitter.com/Marco_Cardinale   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss our fortnightly episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get your nose pegs on, and take a deep breath, today we talk to bubbly synchronised swimmer Danielle Kettlewell. Danielle chats about her journey to the Rio Olympics in 2016, and the challenges of participating in a sport not frequently discussed on the weekends. Her ups and downs have proved through perseverance, the human body is capable of incredible things. All of these twists and turns have led to the upcoming release of her book ‘The Unlikely Olympian’, which hits newsstands later this month. Danielle is hosting a launch evening in Perth, Western Australia August, so if you'd like to learn more, please follow the Eventbrite link below. The accomplished Canadian/Australian athlete is gearing up for the FINA World Championships in South Korea in a matter of days (19th July), where she’ll compete in the Mixed Duet competition. We wish Danielle good luck in her last major competition! Never out of breath and always insightful, please enjoy Danielle’s chat with our host, Mark Arnot. Sponsorship Info This episode is proudly brought to you by Stick Mobility. The Stick Mobility system can be adapted to suit all activity levels making it an extremely versatile and valuable addition to anyone’s training.  Stick Mobility is “Movement made better”.  To learn more and book into the next course, head to stickmobility.com.au. The first 10 sign ups using the reference ‘TSWSPodcast’ will receive 10% off the registration cost for the course! Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com for guest recommendations or any questions you want answered about previous guests or research we’ve discussed. Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Danielle Kettlewell, please follow the links below: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.kw/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-kettlewell-3193b3130/ https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-unlikely-olympian-book-launch-dream-manifestation-workshop-tickets-64721831741   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re delighted to have the incredibly knowledgeable Julie Meek on today’s episode. Julie is a sports dietitian with over 20 years experience working in high performance. Currently Julie is helping the Perth Glory Soccer Club to fulfill their potential on the field, and also shares her expertise with the Gymnastics Centre of Excellence. We discuss three topics with Julie, including the set up and insertion of eating programs at the Perth Glory, veganism in sport, and intermittent fasting.  Please enjoy the conversation and consider subscribing. Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more. Support us on Patreon to keep TSWS going! https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Julie Meek, please follow the link below: www.juliemeek.com.au   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Physio dreamboat Dave Dawes from Subiaco Physiotherapy found a quiet spot to chat to Mark on today’s episode. The two discuss how to manage ACL injuries with a primary focus on the sub-elite level, recurrence rates, addressing kinesiophobia, the inception of AFLW and tips for best practice. After graduating from La Trobe, Dave cut his teeth working with high level sporting teams across Rugby Union and Australian Football Rules. Take it from us, the knowledge Dave brings to each consult is on another level, and we’re humbled that he was able to squeeze us into his busy schedule. For anyone with a niggle, a trip to Subiaco Physiotherapy is a no-brainer, and if you’re elsewhere in the world, don’t be afraid to reach out to Dave via his contact links below. Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more. SUPPORT US on Patreon to keep TSWS going! https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast Team Contact If you have a guest recommendation or just want to shoot us a line, email us at: team@tswspodcast.com Guest Details To learn more or get in touch with Dave Dawes, please follow the links below: email: dave@subiaco-physiotherapy.com.au http://subiaco-physiotherapy.com.au/about/meet-our-team/ https://instagram.com/subiacophysiotherapy?igshid=bha8bafim3xp Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr https://soundcloud.com/panthurr Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s episode changes up the structure a little, as we’re joined by Jodie Taylor, who is days away from the Football World Cup in France. Jodie has represented England since 2014, making her debut in a 4-0 win over Sweden. Netting 17 goals in 38 appearances for her country, and winning the golden boot in the European Championships, Jodie truly is one of England’s most prolific goal scorers. From idolising male footballers, to becoming an idol herself for the next generation of female stars, Jodie Taylor is an absolute legend on and off the pitch. We revel in the poise Jodie exudes as she prepares for another World Cup and aims to do what the England Men’s team couldn’t… Bring it home! Jodie talks meeting Prince William, silencing crowds with her boot, and more. Although we’re based here in Australia, It’s hard not to root for the affable scouse, and even Mark’s Evertonian blood finds a soft spot for the Liverpool loving Jodie. TSWS wish her all the best for the World Cup, of course only until England play our Aussie Matildas. Please enjoy, and if you have any follow up questions for Jodie, jump on and follow her social profiles (links below). Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Jodie Taylor, please follow the links below: https://twitter.com/Jodes_14 https://www.instagram.com/jodes__14/ Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr https://soundcloud.com/panthurr Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are joined by Cameron Watkins Head Physiotherapist of the West Coast Fever and also director or Darch Physiotherapy. Cam speaks to Mark about FRC (listen to learn more), the benefits for a young physio to work in a sporting organisation, mistakes which lead to learning experiences, and much more. Cam has an undergraduate in exercise science, a masters degree in physiotherapy, and a masters in sports physiotherapy. Along with being a skilled manual therapist, Cam likes to incorporate a variety of forms of exercises including yoga and Pilates as a part of a complete exercise rehabilitation program. Please enjoy, and if you have any follow up questions for either Mark or Cam, send us an email or contact us through one of our social channels! Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Cam Watkins, please follow the links below: cam@darchphysio.com.au https://www.instagram.com/darchphysio/ http://www.darchphysio.com.au Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr https://soundcloud.com/panthurr Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining Mark on the show today is the relaxed and incredibly knowledgeable Mateus Manoel, who is the Head Fitness Coach and Director of Sports Performance and Science. Mateus has extensive experience working at high level sporting organisations, from the US Men’s National Soccer team, Mexican Men’s National Soccer team, and athletes from various sports, including NFL, NFL, MLB, and MLS. Mateus holds degrees from the U Maryland and George Washington University. Today he and Mark chat about how tough love can produce strong athletes, and how phone addiction and sport specialisation at a young age can drive away promising athletes of the sporting arena. A thoroughly enjoyable conversation, please enjoy. Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more. Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Mateus Manoel or have a look at the incredible $100m training facility at Sporting Kansas City, please follow the links below: SKC Profile: https://www.sportingkc.com/club/mateus-manoel SKC Blog: https://www.sportingkc.com/sportingmoves/blog LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mateusmanoel/ SKC facility: https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2018/09/28/go-behind-scenes-sporting-kansas-citys-pinnacle-training-center Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr https://soundcloud.com/panthurr Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Grigson joins us today on Train Smarter with Science. Grigson is a sports scientist who is currently Manager of BD for Fusion Sport in APAC. Fusion Sport is “the global leader in providing innovative technologies for assessing and optimizing athlete performance and fitness for clients worldwide.” James and Mark discuss the current landscape of products which coaching staff can use to monitor, test and report on athlete performance management, and James gives teases us with potential product offerings from Fusion Sport in the future.   Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more.   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com   Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with James Grigson or the team at Fusion Sport, please follow the links below: www.axiom-ams.com https://www.fusionsport.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesgrigson   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Phillips joins us today on Train Smarter with Science. Jesse is an Australian Olympian from London 2012, in which he reached the Olympic final of the K2-200m with Steven Bird. After failing to make the squad for the Rio 2016 Olympics, Jesse turned his attention to coaching and mentoring the athletes who would put it all on the line for glory in Brazil. Jesse talks to us about his passion for coaching, the sacrifices he and other athletes make and what it meant to reach an Olympic final in front of loved ones amongst 50,000 people in the stands, and millions around the world. Looking forward, Jesse holds onto a slim chance of getting back on the water for Tokyo 2020, but isn't treading water in the meantime, finishing off his Bachelor of Psychology with the aim of further study and research. Down to earth, inspiring and funny, our conversation with Jesse certainly went over time and we could've listened to anecdotes from his sporting career all day! Please enjoy, and send any questions you might have of Jman himself either to us or via his email below.   Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more.   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com   Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Jesse Phillips, please follow the links below: Email: jesse@jessephillips.com.au http://olympics.com.au/athlete/jesse-phillips www.jessephillips.com.au   Music Credit: Panthurr https://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and Matt previously worked together at the Football Association (FA England) as sports scientists in the late 2000's and reconnect to discuss the landscape of the industry 10+ years later. Matt is now a Senior Lecturer of St Mary's University and Technical Lead of London's Royal Ballet, he somehow finds time to fit in PhD studies soon to be finalised this year 2019. Since working at the FA, Matt has held top roles in high performance at football clubs in the UK (Queens Park Rangers, Watford, Brighton & Hove Albion), and today he shares a few tips to help you become a better sports scientist. With years of hard work, and a bit of luck he finds himself in a position to advise the next generation of high performance coaches and scientists who'll be managing performance artists and athletes around the world.   Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more.   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com   Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Matt Springham, please follow the links below: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Matt_Springham2 https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-springham-75a21820/?originalSubdomain=uk https://twitter.com/mattspringham?lang=en   Music Credit: Panthurrhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq  https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr  https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening. We would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we chat to Dr Martyn Binnie, a physiologist assisting the coaching staff at the West Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) for Racing Sports. Dr Binnie completed his PhD study in 2014 using sand as a training surface for team sport athletes and currently supports athletes in their training environment to troubleshoot any issues that arise, and implement changes to help the athletes take leaps in their progress.   Mark and Martyn discuss the latest research WAIS are using to train and prepare their elite athletes on the road to the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, including ischemic preconditioning, altitude training, capturing unique metrics on water for kayakers, and using heat training to benefit performance.   Train Smarter with Science is brought to you by Velocity Performance. Visit www.velocityperformance.com.au to learn more.   Team Contact Email us at team@tswspodcast.com   Guest Details If you'd like to learn more or get in touch with Dr Martyn Binnie, please follow the links below: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Martyn_Binnie https://research-repository.uwa.edu.au/en/persons/martyn-binnie/network-organisations/ Music Credit: Panthurrhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/2NZPNX4jXljA8MsUTrrgNq https://instagram.com/spencer.panthurr https://soundcloud.com/panthurr   Thanks for listening and we would love for you to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/trainsmarterwithsciencepodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.