We Do Science: The Guru Performance Podcast

Episode 188 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Embracing the Ethos of Scientific Scepticism" with Dr Nick Tiller PhD (Harbor-UCLA, USA) and Prof Stu Phillips PhD (McMaster University, Canada)Discussion Topics Include:Snake oil and fraudulent claims in the health, wellness and sports nutrition industryBad science and its impact on research and practiceWhy being a responsible sceptic requires a comprehensive set of critical thinking skillsWhy having the courage to confront pseudoscience can potentially alter the paradigm, and reverse the current emphasis on marketing over scienceKey Paper(s) / Book(s) Referred to:How Skepticism (not Cynicism) Can Raise Scientific Standards and Reform the Health and Wellness IndustryBaseless claims and pseudoscience in health and wellness: A call to action for the sports, exercise, and nutrition-science communityThe Skeptic's Guide to Sports ScienceRelated Podcast Episodes:#123 - "Nutrition and single-stage ultra-marathon" with Dr Nick Tiller PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 187 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Creatine: Beyond Strength and Power" with Dr Scott Forbes PhD (Brandon University, Canada)Discussion Topics Include:Summary of dietary sources and mechanisms of action of Creatine Monohydrate and its potential impact on adaptions to resistance training, strength, power and muscle hypertrophyEmerging research for novel applications of Creatine on health, cognitive functions, immunity, glycogen storage,  and in particular endurance training and performanceKey Paper(s) / Book(s) Referred to:Creatine Supplementation and Endurance Performance (paper currently in final review stage)Related Podcast Episodes:#147 - "Creatine myths and common questions" with Dr Scott ForbesCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 186 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition for the Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries in Athletes" with Professor Craig Sale PhD (Manchester Metropolitan University, UK)Discussion Topics Include:Epidemiology of injuries in athletesThe scientific evidence and relevance to athletesNutrition to prevent and treat muscle injuriesNutrition to prevent and treat bone injuriesNutrition to prevent and treat tendon and ligament injuriesKey Paper(s) / Book(s) Referred to:Nutrition for the Prevention and Treatment of Injuries in Track and Field AthletesRelated Podcast Episodes:#110 - "Nutrition Support for Exercise Induced Injury" with Professor Kevin Tipton#159 - "Exercise induced muscle damage: What is it, what causes it and what are the nutritional solutions?" with Dr Daniel Owens and Professor Kevin TiptonCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 185 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Restricting Carbs and its Impact on Physical Activity & Metabolism" with Professor Javier Gonzalez PhD (University of Bath, UK)Discussion Topics Include:Fuel use  and changes during activity and restBlood sugar and insulin responses to sugar and carbohydrate restrictionSugar restriction and blood lactate concentrationsFat oxidation rates after various types of mealsChanges in metabolism as a result of sugar and carbohydrate restriction and wether that actually results in physical activity and total energy intake differencesPros and cons to sugar and carbohydrate restriction for health, body composition and performanceKey Paper(s) / Book(s) Referred to:Restricting sugar or carbohydrate intake does not impact physical activity level or energy intake over 24 h despite changes in substrate use: a randomised crossover study in healthy men and womenRelated Podcast Episodes:#173: "CHO feeding formats: impact on CHO oxidation during exercise"with Dr Mark Hearris#170: "Nutrient timing and metabolic regulation"with Professor James BettsCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 184 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Plant-Based Sports Nutrition" with Professor Enette Larson-Meyer PhD RD (Virginia Tech, VA, USA)Discussion Topics Include:Defining "plant-based nutrition"Benefits of a plant-based diet and special considerations for athletesNutrient absorption issues with plant-based dietsREDs risks and getting adequate calories from plant-based foodsImpact of plant-based diets on training adaptations and exercise performanceKey Paper(s) / Book(s) Referred to:Plant-Based Sports Nutrition (book)Benefits of a plant-based diet and considerations for the athleteRelated Podcast Episodes:#165 "Plant based and vegan diets in sport and exercise" with Dr Nanci GuestCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 183 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Hormones, Health and Human Potential" with Dr Nicky Keay MB BChir MRCP  (Honorary Clinical Lecturer, Division of Medicine, University College London, UK).Discussion Topics Include:How hormones play a crucial role in determining healthHow hormone networks provide the feedback mechanism by which our lifestyle and behaviours enable us to reach our personal (and athletic) potential.Lifestyle factors and their influence on health through hormone networksHarnessing hormones as preventative and supportive medicineAthlete performance mediated by hormonesImbalances in behaviours causing hormone dysregulation Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Hormones, Health and Human Potential (book)Related Podcast Episodes:#148: "Relative energy deficiency: Research to practice"with Dr Nicky KeayCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 182 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Advising Nutritional Supplements" with Dr Floris Wardenaar PhD  (Arizona State University, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Considerations on how sports health professionals perceive and prescribe nutritional supplementsResearch into self-reported knowledge and attitudes on nutritional supplements and third-party testing Conveying the most appropriate knowledge on supplements to athletes and other sports health and fitness professionalsKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:How Sports Health Professionals Perceive and Prescribe Nutritional Supplements to Olympic and Non-Olympic AthletesNutritional Supplement Use by Dutch Elite and Sub-Elite Athletes: Does Receiving Dietary Counseling Make a Difference?Related Podcast Episodes:#169:  "Food first, but not always food only" with Professor Graeme CloseCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 181 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Flexible Dieting" with Alan Aragon MS (California State University, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Origins and evolution of flexible dieting as a field-tested method for achieving optimal body composition, health and performanceWhy the public are confused as to what we should eat, and why even experts disagree with each otherWhy scientific literacy is necessary to navigate the minefield of misinformationWhy no single diet is for everyoneRigid versus flexible dietary controlDichotomous thinking: the backbone to rigid dietary controlDiscretionary calories: why all foods can fit when properly moderatedKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Flexible Dieting (book)International society of sports nutrition position stand: diets and body compositionRelated Podcast Episodes:#100 - "Diets and Body Composition" with Alan Aragon MS and Brad Schoenfeld PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 180 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Physiological & Nutritional Considerations for Training and Body Composition in Females" with Professor Abbie Smith-Ryan (University of North Carolina, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Gender as an important contextual consideration in training and nutrition recommendations for exercising femalesResearch on females relevant to sport and exercise science and nutritionIssues with body composition assessment and manipulation in femalesThe effects of nutrient timing on training adaptations in resistance-trained femalesThe acute effect of exercise modality and nutrition manipulations on post-exercise resting energy expenditure and respiratory exchange ratio in womenPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:The effects of nutrient timing on training adaptations in resistance-trained femalesThe acute effect of exercise modality andnutrition manipulations on post-exercise restingenergy expenditure and respiratory exchangeratio in women: a randomized trialRelated Podcast Episodes:#172: "Nutrition for female athletes' with Professor Kirsty Elliot-Sale & Dr Jose Areta#148: "Relative energy deficiency: Research to practice" with Dr Nicky Keay#132: "Nutrition and athlete bone health" with Prof Craig Sale and Dr Kirsty Elliot-SaleCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 179 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "In the Trenches with a Performance Nutritionist" with featuring Matt Jones MSc SENR,  Nutrition Consultant with West Ham United FC and the Scottish FA (UK).Discussion Topics Include:Matt's unique education pathway and career journey to his current role as a Nutrition Consultant with West Ham United FC and the Scottish FA.Reflections on standout moments over the years , that have helped shape him as a practitioner today.Insight into the role of a nutrition consultant working with elite men's football clubs and national teams.Thoughts, reflections, and advice to current and aspiring performance nutritionists.Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) & Resources Discussed / Referred to:N/ARelated Podcast Episodes:#168: "In the Trenches" with Aimee-Ellen O'Keeffe MSc SENR#166: In the trenches: How to build a career in professional sport with Dr James Morehen#161 - "In the Trenches" with Charles Ashford MSc SENR#157 - "In the Trenches" with Rich Chessor MSc SENR#120 - "American Football: In the Trenches - Performance Nutrition Practice Insights" with Pratik Patel MS RD#85 - 'High Performance Science & Practice: In the Trenches' with David Joyce MScCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 178 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Sleep and the Athlete" with Professor Neil Walsh (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:What is sleep, and why do we need itMethods to assess sleep quantity & quality: from the sleep lab to wearablesSleep and athlete health & performanceStrategies to improve sleep (from "sleep hygiene" to nutrition)The "sleep toolbox" for practitionersPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Sleep and the athlete: narrative review and 2021 expert consensus recommendationsGood perceived sleep quality protects against the raised risk of respiratory infection during sleep restriction in young adultsRelated Podcast Episodes:#145: How does night-time feeding affect body composition and performance?with Dr Michael Ormsbee#124: Nutrition and athlete immune health with Professor Neil Walsh PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 177 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "In the Kitchen with a Performance Chef" with Chef Rachel Muse (Talk Eat Laugh, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Chef Rachel's journey from studying mathematics to becoming a highly trained chef: from luxury hotel "haute cuisine" to working as a private chef to elite football playersThe private performance chef's perspective on performance nutrition: "science to plate" and client experiences that performance nutritionists should be aware of"Passing the baton": from nutritionist to chef as part of the athlete's support teamPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:N/ARelated Podcast Episodes:This is the first interview with a performance chef, with more planned!Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 176 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Sport Supplements and the Athlete's Gut" with Dr Patrick Wilson RD PhD (Old Dominion University, Norfolk, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Why a well-functioning gut is a key, albeit sometimes overlooked, contributor to athlete performance and healthSupplements purported to enhance gut function with exercise (probiotics, glutamine, bovine colostrum, other potential GI barrier enhancers, ginger)Supplements that cause gut symptoms (carbohydrate, caffeine, sodium bicarbonate, exogenous ketones)The evidence and effectiveness of supplements vs marketing and hypePodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Sport Supplements and the Athlete's Gut: A ReviewRelated Podcast Episodes:#143: "The Athlete's Gut" with Patrick Wilson RD PhD#155: "Probiotic Supplementation and Athletes" with Jamie Pugh PhD#135: "The Microbiome: Mind the gap" with Jens Walter PhD and Orla O'Sullivan PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 175 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Glycogen in Elite Soccer" with Professor Magni Mohr PhD (University of Southern Denmark).Discussion Topics Include:Review of what we know, and likely don't know regarding muscle glycogen and football performance, fatigue, and recoveryPhysiological loading, end-game fatigue and glycogen depletion in soccerMuscle glycogen and potential fatiguing mechanismsImplications for between-game recoveryPoints to consider in future soccerPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Muscle Glycogen in Elite Soccer – A Perspective on the Implication for Performance, Fatigue, and RecoveryRelated Podcast Episodes:#167: Nutrition for football training, performance and recoveryCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 174 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition Considerations to Optimize Performance in Paralympic Athletes" with Dr Elizabeth Broad (Australia).Discussion Topics Include:Defining the "Paralympic Athlete"Impairment types commonly found in Paralympic athletesFactors affecting nutrition status and performanceNeeds analysis considerations and practical factors in Para Athletes: Why context matters"In the trenches" reflections from many years working with Para AthletesPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Key Nutritional Strategies to Optimize Performance in Para AthletesSports Nutrition for Paralympic Athletes, Second EditionRelated Podcast Episodes:#172: "Nutrition for female athletes" with Professor Kirsty Elliot-Sale & Dr Jose AretaCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 173 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "CHO Feeding Formats: Impact on CHO Oxidation During Exercise" with Dr Mark Hearris (Liverpool John Moores University, and The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Review of what we know about Carbohydrate (CHO) availability and utilisation during exerciseEffects of CHO delivery form on exogenous CHO53 oxidation, gastrointestinal discomfort, and exercise capacityCHO feeding strategies (i.e. pre-exercise CHO feeding and the different forms (fluid, semi-fluid, solid) and combinations of CHO during exercise) commonly adopted by elite endurance athletesPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:13C-glucose-fructose labelling reveals comparable exogenous CHO oxidation during exercise when consuming 120 g/h in fluid, gel, jelly chew or co-ingestionRelated Podcast Episodes:#119: "Fuelling for the work required" with Mark Hearris PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 172 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition for Female Athletes" with Professor Kirsty Elliot-Sale PhD (Manchester Metropolitan University, UK) and Dr José Areta PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK.Discussion Topics Include:Defining "Female Athletes"Males as default sex for studies in sports nutrition: the issuesThe available evidence: Quantity vs qualityPhysiological, endocrinological, and metabolic considerations in Female Athletes3 key areas of focus: Dietary and hydration requirements; low energy availability and making weight; and dietary supplements and gut healthPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Nutrition for female athletes: What we know, whatwe don't know, and whyRelated Podcast Episodes:#148: "Relative energy deficiency: Research to practice"With Dr Nicky Keay#136: "Energy availability – from health to performance" with Dr José Areta#132: "Nutrition and athlete bone health" With Prof Craig Sale and Dr Kirsty Elliot-SaleCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 171 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Gluten-Free Diets, FODMAPs and Athletes" with Dr Dana Lis PhD RD (Summit Sports Nutrition, Canada).Discussion Topics Include:Defining Gluten-Free Diets and FODMAPsGastrointestinal Symptoms (GIS) in ExerciseDietary Strategies to Reduce GISCommercial Hype Versus Reality: Our Current Scientific Understanding of Gluten and Athletic PerformanceGluten‑Free Diet (GFD) Considerations: Health, Nutrition Status, Inflammation, Body Composition etcRationale for a Low FODMAP Diet ApproachPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Exit Gluten‑Free and Enter Low FODMAPs: A Novel Dietary Strategy to Reduce Gastrointestinal Symptoms in AthletesCommercial Hype Versus Reality: Our Current Scientific Understanding of Gluten and Athletic PerformanceRelated Podcast Episodes:#143: "The Athlete's Gut" with Dr Patrick WilsonCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 170 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrient Timing and Metabolic Regulation" with Professor James Betts PhD (University of Bath, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Defining the concept of "Nutrient Timing"The mammalian circadian timing system: Metabolic ClocksRhythms in macronutrient metabolism,  energy expenditure, and appetite regulationNutrient Timing: Extended overnight fasting, Intermittent fasting, Nocturnal interventions etcPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Nutrient timing and metabolic regulationRelated Podcast Episodes:#154 - "Nutrient Timing: A Garage Door of Opportunity" with Professor Shawn Arent#127 - "Time Restricted Eating and Exercise" with Dr Evelyn Parr#89 - "Personalised Nutrition" with James Betts PhD and Javier Gonzalez PhD#84 - "Impact of Non Exercise Activity" with Professor Dylan Thompson#79 - "Energy Balance, Imbalance & Interactions" with James Betts PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 169 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Food First, But Not Food Only" with Professor Graeme Close PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Defining the concept of "Food First" Why a food first approach is important in performance and health focussed nutritionWhy context mattersThe 'food first not food only' approach to sport nutritionExample situations where performance may be compromised with a strict food only approachExample situations where immune health may be compromised with a strict food only approachGuidance on how best to deliver a ‘food first, but not always a food only' sport nutrition strategy in a safe and evidence-based mannerPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:‘Food First' but not always ‘Food Only': Recommendationsfor using dietary supplements in sport (accepted for publication, link to be provided when available soon)Related Podcast Episodes:# 163: - "Body composition methods in applied sport practice" with Prof Graeme Close and Prof Kevin Tipton#111 - "Paper to Podium: Translating Sports Nutrition Research" with Professor Graeme CloseCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 168 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "In The Trenches" with Aimee-Ellen O'Keeffe MSc SENR, Performance Nutritionist, Manchester United Women Football Club (UK).Discussion Topics Include:Aimee-Ellen's unique education pathway and career journey to her current role as Performance Nutritionist at Manchester United Women Football Club.Reflections on standout moments over the years , that have helped shape her as a practitioner today.Insight into her private client work, working effectively online via group coaching.Insight into the role of a nutritionist in an elite women's football club.Thoughts, reflections, and advice to current and aspiring performance nutritionists.Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) & Resources Discussed / Referred to:N/ARelated Podcast Episodes:#166: In the trenches: How to build a career in professional sport with Dr James Morehen#161 - "In the Trenches" with Charles Ashford MSc SENR#157 - "In the Trenches" with Rich Chessor MSc SENR#120 - "American Football: In the Trenches - Performance Nutrition Practice Insights" with Pratik Patel MS RD#85 - 'High Performance Science & Practice: In the Trenches' with David Joyce MScCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 167 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Football Nutrition" with Professor Michael Gleeson, Loughborough University (UK).Discussion Topics Include:Football (Soccer) as a global gameWhy nutrition matters in footballPhysiological and associated nutritional demands of footballNutrition and impact on training, match day performance, and recoveryScience to practice: keys to bridging the gapSpecial considerations for the performance nutritionistPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) & Resources Discussed / Referred to:UEFA expert group statement on nutrition in elite football. Current evidence to inform practical recommendations and guide future researchNutrition for Top Performance in Football: Eat like the Pros and Take Your Game to the Next LevelRelated Podcast Episodes:#69 - 'Immunological Aspects of Training & Sports Nutrition' with Professor Michael GleesonCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 166 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "The Performance Nutritionist: In The Trenches" with Dr James Morehen PhD (UK).Discussion Topics Include:What is a "Performance Nutritionist"Dr Morehen's Career Navigation in Academia, Research, and Applied PracticeSome Standout Moments Which Have Defined ThemKey Characteristics Required in to Work as a Performance NutritionistInfluential Factors Impacting a Successful CareerExamples of Some Big Challenges Faced in Practice and Career NavigationRecommendations to Younger / Early Career PractitionersAreas Not Taught on Traditional Degrees Which Are Fundamental for a Successful Career in Performance NutritionPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) & Resources Discussed / Referred to:"The Performance Nutritionist" by Dr James C. MorehenRelated Podcast Episodes:#140 - "Rugby League: Nutritional and Energetic Considerations" with James Morehen PhD#161 - "In the Trenches" with Charles Ashford MSc SENR#157 - "In the Trenches" with Rich Chessor MSc SENR#120 - "American Football: In the Trenches - Performance Nutrition Practice Insights" with Pratik Patel MS RD#85 - 'High Performance Science & Practice: In the Trenches' with David Joyce MScCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 165 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Plant-Based and Vegan Diets in Sport & Exercise" with Dr Nanci Guest (The University of Toronto, Canada).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Plant-Based and Vegan Diets in Exercise and SportDefining "Plant-Based", "Plant-Focussed", "Vegan", "Vegetarian" diets etcPlant-Based Diets and Impact on Athlete Health and PerformanceFacts vs Myths as it relates to Plant-Based Diets and Protein QualityPractical Considerations in Transitioning to Plant-Based Diets for AthletesConclusions / Summary: Context StatementPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) & Resources Discussed / Referred to:PLANT-BASED DIETS AND ATHLETIC PERFORMANCEPLANT-BASED AND VEGAN DIETS IN EXERCISE AND SPORTRelated Podcast Episodes:#129 - "Protein Quality and the Food Matrix" with Nick Burd PhD#64 - 'Nutrigenomics & Personalised Sports Nutrition' with Nanci Guest PhD RD CSCSCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 164 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "High Protein Diets: In Context" with Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of High Protein Nutrition ResearchScience communication and translational issues: terms such as "hi / low protein"Potential contexts for high protein intake: Muscle hypertrophy, Hypoenergetic weight loss, Recovery from intense exercise, Potential problems with high-protein dietsConclusions / Summary: Context StatementPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Efficacy and consequences of very-high-protein diets for athletes and exercisersRelated Podcast Episodes:#162 - Protein and Weight Loss in Exercisers & Athletes#153 - "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Response to Exercise & Nutrition" with Professor Kevin Tipton#150 - "Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise" with Professor Kevin Tipton#129 - "Protein Quality and the Food Matrix" with Nick Burd PhD #121 - "Protein and Endurance Athletes" with Dan Moore PhD#125 - "Protein Supplementation and Resistance Exercise Training" with Rob Morton PhD #98 - 'Protein: An Update' with Professor Stu Phillips and Professor Kevin Tipton #75 - 'Protein Overfeeding & Oversciencing' with Jose Antonio PhD#67 - 'Protein Ingestion Before Sleep & Muscle Mass' with Professor Luc van Loon#34 - 'Nutrient Priming & the Protein Synthetic Response' with D. Lee Hamilton PhD #28 - 'Training and Nutrition To Maintain Muscle in Endurance Athletes' with Mike Ormsbee PhDEpisode 24 - 'Muscle Anabolic Potential of Leucine' with Leigh Breen PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 163 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Body Composition Methods in Applied Sport Practice" with Professor Graeme Close (Liverpool John Moores University, UK) and Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Body Composition and its Importance to Athlete Health and PerformanceAn Overview of Measurement Methodologies That Can Be Used in Applied Sport for the Assessment of Body CompositionPractical Considerations When Using DXA and Skinfolds as Measures of BodyComposition in Applied Sport PracticeConclusions and Recommendations for the FieldPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Come Back Skinfolds, All Is Forgiven: A Narrative Review ofthe Efficacy of Common Body Composition Methods in AppliedSports PracticeRelated Podcast Episodes:#113 - "DXA and Body Composition Assessment: Gold Standard or Gold Plated?" with Dr Julia Bone#100 - 'Diets and Body Composition' with Alan Aragon MS and Brad Schoenfeld PhD#77 - 'Body Composition & Assessment' with Shawn Arent PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 162 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Protein and Weight Loss in Exercisers & Athletes" with Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of the concept of weight loss, energy balance, caloric restriction and impact on training adaptations and performanceGeneral weight loss vs quality weight loss: importance of body composition focussed strategiesOptimal protein intake during caloric restriction in elite athletesHow much protein?Protein timing and quality: does it matter?Protein supplements: value and practicality beyond a "first first approach"Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Protein Recommendations for Weight Loss in Elite Athletes: A Focus on Body Composition and PerformanceRecent Advances in the Characterization of Skeletal Muscle andWhole-Body ProteinResponses to Dietary Protein and Exercise during Negative Energy BalanceRelated Podcast Episodes:#153 - "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Response to Exercise & Nutrition" with Professor Kevin Tipton#152 - "Making Weight in Combat Sports" with Dr Carl Langan-Evans and Joseph Matthews PhD(c)#145 - "Nighttime Feeding: Impact on Body Composition & Performance" with Michael Ormsbee PhD#100 - 'Diets and Body Composition' with Alan Aragon MS and Brad Schoenfeld PhD#77 - 'Body Composition & Assessment' with Shawn Arent PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 161 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss being "In the Trenches" of elite sports nutrition  practice with Charles Ashford MSc SENR (Director of Sports Nutrition, University of North Texas, USA).Discussion Topics Include:General background and reflections on Charles's career to date: UK to USALessons and learnings from working in elite US collegiate FootballLessons and learnings from working in a US collegiate sports nutrition environmentCharle's advice and tips for current and aspiring performance nutritionists looking to get a job and achieve success in elite collegiate sportPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyRelated Podcast Episodes:#157 - "In the Trenches" with Rich Chessor MSc SENR120 - "American Football: In the Trenches - Performance Nutrition Practice Insights" with Pratik Patel MS RDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 160 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Ramadan and Sports Performance: A Sports Nutritionist's Perspective" with Mohamed Saad MSc SENR (Leading Sports Nutritionist, Kingdom of Bahrain).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Ramadan and fastingSleep considerationsEffects of Ramadan fasting on performance and competitionNutrition considerations during RamadanTotal amount of energy and type of macro nutrient intakeTiming of energy macro-nutrientintakePerformance specific nutrition considerationsHydration considerationsPractitioner observations and practical recommendationsPodcast Episode Transcript: COMING SOONKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:NUTRITION X-CHANGE VOL. 7 - RAMADAN AND SPORTS PERFORMANCERelated Podcast Episodes:#138 - "Ramadan Fasting & Performance: An Applied Perspective" with Matt Jones MSc#127 - "Time Restricted Eating and Exercise" with Evelyn Parr PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 159 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage: What is it, what causes it and what are the nutritional solutions?" with Dr Daniel Owens PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK)  Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Exercise Induced Muscle Damage (EIMD)The evidence to date on EIMD: Why some of the research should be reviewed with cautionProposed mechanisms of EIMDEIMD and muscle soreness and role in the temporary loss of muscle functionNutritional interventions that accelerate recovery of muscle function and ameliorate sorenessWhy persistent use of nutritional interventions that accelerate recovery may impinge on muscle adaptationThe potential hormetic effect of long term use of nutritional aidsPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Exercise-induced muscle damage: What is it, what causes it and whatare the nutritional solutions?Related Podcast Episodes:#158 - "BCAA Supplementation for Enhancing Muscular Strength and Hypertrophy" with Professor Kevin Tipton#156 - "Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Impact on Physical Training & Performance" with Dr Chris McGlory and Professor Kevin Tipton#153 - "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Response to Exercise & Nutrition" with Professor Kevin Tipton#150 - "Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise" with Professor Kevin Tipton#101 - 'S&C Science, Muscle Plasticity, and Practice Epistemology' with Andy Galpin PhD#42 - 'Mechanisms of Muscle Hypertrophy' with Brad Schoenfeld PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 158 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "BCAA Supplementation for Enhancing Muscular Strength and Hypertrophy" with Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) as a popular supplement in sport and exercise nutritionBCAA s integral importance for skeletal muscle protein metabolismPhysiological roles and characteristics of BCAAs, EAAs, and Leucine in enhancing muscular strength and hypertrophyThe data and evidence on BCAAs: the early rodent data vs human studiesThe many important factors that may influence findings on this topicFrom science to practice: summaries and conclusionsPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Isolated Leucine and Branched-Chain Amino Acid Supplementation for Enhancing Muscular Strength and Hypertrophy: A Narrative ReviewBranched-Chain Amino Acid Ingestion Stimulates Muscle Myofibrillar Protein Synthesis following Resistance Exercise in HumansRelated Podcast Episodes:#153 - "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Response to Exercise & Nutrition" with Professor Kevin Tipton#150 - "Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise" with Professor Kevin Tipton#103 - 'Hypertrophy & Individual Differences in Response to Training' with Brandon Roberts PhD#101 - 'S&C Science, Muscle Plasticity, and Practice Epistemology' with Andy Galpin PhD#42 - 'Mechanisms of Muscle Hypertrophy' with Brad Schoenfeld PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 157 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss being "In the Trenches" of elite sports nutrition  practice with Rich Chessor MSc SENR (Performance Nutritionist and Physical Performance Lead, British Swimming, UK).Discussion Topics Include:General background and reflections on Rich's career to dateLessons and learnings from working in elite rugbyMoving from a team sport to an individual sportLessons and learnings from elite swimmingWorking through COVIDPreparing for Tokyo 2020Rich's advice and tips for current and aspiring performance nutritionists looking to get a job and achieve success in elite sportPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyRelated Podcast Episodes:120 - "American Football: In the Trenches - Performance Nutrition Practice Insights" with Pratik Patel MS RDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 156 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Impact on Physical Training & Performance" with Dr Chris McGlory PhD (Queen’s University, Canada) and Professor Kevin Tipton PhD (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of omega-3 fatty acidsOmega-3 Fatty Acids on Skeletal Muscle Protein TurnoverBenefits of consuming omega-3 fatty acids: from health to skeletal muscleCan omega-3 fatty acids influence recovery from injury?Omega-3 fatty acids: food first and is there a case for supplementation?Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:The Influence of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Skeletal Muscle Protein Turnover in Health, Disuse, and DiseaseOmega-3 Fatty Acids: A Detailed Look at Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Their Impact on Physical PerformanceRelated Podcast Episodes:#153 - "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Response to Exercise & Nutrition" with Professor Kevin Tipton#150 - "Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise" with Professor Kevin Tipton#115 - "Dietary Fat and Elite Endurance Performance" with Dr Jill Leckey#110 - "Nutrition Support for Exercise Induced Injury" with Professor Kevin TiptonCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 155 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Probiotic Supplementation and Athletes" with Dr Jamie Pugh PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Probiotics, Prebiotics, Gut Microbiota, the Microbiome etc: from general population to elite athletesHow probiotics can benefit the host, and why this potentially matters to some athletesProbiotic supplementation and GI distress and dysfunctionProbiotics and impact on carbohydrate metabolism Practical considerations for probiotic supplementation and athletesPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: ProbioticsThe athletic gut microbiotaProbiotic supplementation increases carbohydrate metabolism in trained malecyclists: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trialFour weeks of probiotic supplementation reduces GI symptomsduring a marathon raceRelated Podcast Episodes:#143 - "The Athlete's Gut" with Patrick Wilson RD PhD#135 - "The Microbiome: Mind the Gap" with Jens Walter PhD and Orla O'Sullivan PhD#69 - 'Immunological Aspects of Training & Sports Nutrition' with Professor Michael Gleeson#63 - 'Probiotics and Athletes' with Professor David PyneCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 154 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Exercise & Nutrition" with "Nutrient Timing: A Garage Door of Opportunity?" with Professor Shawn Arent (University of South Carolina, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Defining Nutrient Timing and Related Body of ResearchWhy Nutrient Timing is such a Nuanced Topic, and why its Importance is Highly Context DependentNutrient timing as Dietary Strategy for Body Composition and for PerformancePre/Intra/Post Exercise Nutrition StrategiesAdditional Timing ConsiderationsPractical ImplicationsPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Nutrient Timing: A Garage Door of Opportunity?International society of sports nutrition position stand: nutrient timingRelated Podcast Episodes:#104 - "Nutrient Timing: You Can, But Should You" with Chad Kerksick PhD#77 - "Body Composition & Assessment" with Shawn Arent PhD#58 - "Test, Don't Guess! Using Physiological Testing to Inform Practice" with Shawn Arent PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 153 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Exercise & Nutrition" with Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Defining Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS)Acute MPS and Muscle Hypertrophy: The Relevance and UncertaintyMPS is not just Hypertrophy, but also Remodelling and RapairTraining Status and MPSMethods of MeasurementMethodological Issues in Research & How this Should Impact Translation into PracticePhysiology and MPSPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:What is the relationship between the acute muscle protein synthesis response and changes in muscle mass?ARE NOT INTRACELLULAR HEAT AND NEURAL ELECTRICITY STRESSES THE CAUSE OF EXERCISE-INDUCED PROTEIN SYNTHESIS?A Review of Resistance Training-Induced Changes in Skeletal Muscle Protein Synthesis and Their Contribution to HypertrophyThe development of skeletal muscle hypertrophy through resistance training: the role of muscle damage and muscle protein synthesisRelated Podcast Episodes:#150 - "Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise" with Professor Kevin Tipton#103 - 'Hypertrophy & Individual Differences in Response to Training' with Brandon Roberts PhD#101 - 'S&C Science, Muscle Plasticity, and Practice Epistemology' with Andy Galpin PhD#42 - 'Mechanisms of Muscle Hypertrophy' with Brad Schoenfeld PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 152 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Beta Alanine Supplementation and Exercise Capacity & Performance" with Professor Craig Sale (Nottingham Trent University, UK) and Dr Bryan Saunders (University of Sao Paulo, Brazil).Discussion Topics Include:How and why Carnosine plays an important role in protecting against pH changes in skeletal muscleHow and why high-intensity exercise leads to a reduction in muscle pH (or increased acidity) due to hydrogen ion accumulation and impact on exercise capacity and performanceThe evidence behind and role of Beta-alanine supplementation on increasing skeletal muscle Carnosine content, and its impact on the buffering capacity of the musclePractical applications and considerations of Beta Alanine supplementationPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:β-alanine supplementation to improve exercise capacity and performance: a systematic review and meta-analysisCarnosine in health and diseaseInternational society of sports nutrition position stand: Beta-AlanineRelated Podcast Episodes:#105 - "To Supplement, or Not to Supplement" with Professor Craig Sale#68 - 'Beta Alanine Supplementation and Performance' with Abbie Smith-Ryan PhD & Craig Sale PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 151 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Making Weight in Combat Sports" with Dr Carl Langan-Evans (Liverpool John Moores University, UK) and Joseph Matthews PhD(c) (Nottingham Trent University / Birmingham City University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Combat Sports and weight classifications"Extreme Rapid Weight Loss" and "Rapid Weight Gain" in combat sportsMetabolic regulation and exercise physiology relevant to combat sportsEnergy Availability, Relative Energy Deficiency, the Male and Female Athlete TriadCombat Sport Nutrition: an overview of the science and application into practicePodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Making Weight in Combat SportsThe Magnitude of Rapid Weight Loss and Rapid Weight Gainin Combat Sport Athletes Preparing for Competition:A Systematic ReviewExtreme Rapid Weight Loss and Rapid Weight GainObserved in UK Mixed Martial Arts Athletes Preparingfor CompetitionCombat Sport Nutrition: A Pragmatic Case Study in an Elite Mixed Martial Arts AthleteThe Psychological and Physiological Consequences of Low EnergyAvailability in a Male Combat Sport AthleteRelated Podcast Episodes:#148 - "Relative Energy Deficiency: Research to Practice" with Dr Nicky Keay#136 - "Energy Availability: From Health to Performance" with Jose Areta PhD#134 - "Nutrition Behaviour Change for Professional Weight-Making Athletes" with Dan Martin PhDCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 150 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise" with Professor Kevin Tipton PhD (UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Muscle Protein Breakdown (MPB) as an important metabolic component of muscle remodelling, adaptation to training, and increasing muscle mass.Role of resistance exercise on MPB and Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS).Practical nutrition recommendations for interventions to suppress MPB: a worthwhile strategy or not? What the evidence actually tells us is explored!Can nutrition impact any individual muscle protein?Why strategies aimed at optimising post exercise nutrition should focus on the response of muscle protein synthesis.Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Assessing the Role of Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise in HumansRelated Podcast Episodes:#110 - "Nutrition Support for Exercise Induced Injury" with Professor Kevin Tipton#98 - "Protein: An Update" with Professor Stu Phillips and Professor Kevin Tipton#42 - "Mechanisms of Muscle Hypertrophy" with Brad Schoenfeld PhD#38 - "Nutrition and the Molecular Response To Strength Training" with Keith Baar PhD#34 - "Nutrient Priming & the Protein Synthetic Response" with D. Lee Hamilton PhD#18 - "Protein Nutrition & Critical Appraisal" with Professor Kevin Tipton#5 - "Protein" with Prof Stu Phillips and Prof Kevin TiptonCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 149 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Vitamin D and the Athlete" with Dr Daniel Owens PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Vitamin D and its unique characteristicsWhy Vitamin D is one of the most "on trend" sports supplements used by elite and recreational athletesFrom health to performance: The biological influences of Vitamin D (incl. immunity, bone, and muscle)Deficiency, insufficiency and adequacy explored (incl. influencing factors such as diet, sun exposure during winter, skin colour, clothing and sunscreen etc)Test, don't guess: assessing Vitamin D StatusVitamin D supplements (incl. dosage, what forms, when, and when not to supplement))Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Vitamin D and the Athlete: Current Perspectives and New ChallengesRelated Podcast Episodes:#132 - "Nutrition and Athlete Bone Health" with Prof Craig Sale and Dr Kirsty Elliot-SaleCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 148 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Relative Energy Deficiency: Research to Practice" with Dr Nicky Keay BA, MA (Cantab), MB BChir, MRCP (Honorary Fellow, Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Durham University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Relative Energy Deficiency: an overview and background to RED-sEnergy availability and impact on health and performanceRecognising relative energy deficiency: from the research lab to "real world" practiceRED-s as an issue in female and male athletes, dancers etcDr Keay's recent research on cyclists and dancersPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Infographic. Energy availability: concept, control and consequences in relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) - Keay, Francis BJSM 2019Awareness and indicators of low energy availability in male and female dancers - Keay, Francis, AusDancersOverseas MedRxiv preprint Low energy availability assessed by a sport-specific questionnaire and clinical interview indicative of bone health, endocrine profile and cycling performance in competitive male cyclists - Keay, Francis, Hind BMJ Open Sports and Exercise Medicine 2018Health4Performance - BASEM Educational ResourceRelated Podcast Episodes:#136 - "Energy Availability: From Health to Performance" with Jose Areta PhD#132 - "Nutrition and Athlete Bone Health" with Prof Craig Sale and Dr Kirsty Elliot-Sale#106 - "The Female Athlete" with Dr Kirsty Elliot-SaleCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 147 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Creatine Myths and Common Questions" with Dr Scott Forbes PhD (Brandon University, Canada).Discussion Topics Include:Creatine: a brief overview of the science and the mythsWhy creatine has become such a popular supplementThe evidence base behind creatine use in exercise science and health promotion (i.e. muscle mass, strength and power, age, gender, clinical uses etc)Safety profile of creatine to include risk of kidney damage, water retention etcCreatine Monohydrate vs. other forms off creatineCreatine dosing strategiesPodcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF CopyKey Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:Common Questions and Misconceptions About Creatine Supplementation: What Does the Evidence Really Show? - JISSN / In Press (will add link when available)International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: creatine supplementation and exercise - JISSNRelated Podcast Episodes:#141 - "Creatine Monohydrate: Exercise, Sport, and Health Applications" with Professor Darren Candow#73 - 'Creatine for Health & Performance' with Professor Eric Rawson#16 - 'Creatine' with Professor Craig SaleCheck out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 146 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "CBD for Athletes: Efficacious or Risky Business?" with Professor Graeme Close PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK). Discussion Topics Include: What is Cannabidiol AKA "CBD"? Why is CBD of interest to athletes? The claims for CBD and the actual evidence Prevalence and rationale for use in sport such as professional rugby CBD and anti-doping risks Practical advice and warnings on usage of CBD Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: High Prevalence of Cannabidiol (CBD) Use Within 2 Male Professional Rugby Union and League 3 Players: A Quest for Pain Relief and Enhanced 4 Recovery - In press Related Podcast Episodes: #111 - "Paper to Podium: Translating Sports Nutrition Research" with Professor Graeme Close Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 145 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nighttime Feeding: Impact on Body Composition & Performance" with Michael Ormsbee PhD (Florida State University, USA). Discussion Topics Include: Overview of nighttime feeding as a dietary strategy for health and performance Effects of pre-sleep consumption of protein rich meals and snacks on body composition Effects of pre-sleep consumption of carbohydrate-rich meals and snacks on next-day physical performance Nighttime feeding and potential positive impact on daytime overfeeding behaviours Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Nighttime feeding likely alters morning metabolism but not exercise performance in female athletes Timed-daily ingestion of whey protein and exercise training reduces visceral adipose tissue mass and improves insulin resistance: the PRISE study Lipolysis and Fat Oxidation Are Not Altered with Presleep Compared with Daytime Casein Protein Intake in Resistance-Trained Women The effects of pre-sleep consumption of casein protein on next-morning measures of resting metabolic rate and appetite compared between sedentary pre- and postmenopausal women Related Podcast Episodes: #28 - 'Training and Nutrition To Maintain Muscle in Endurance Athletes' with Mike Ormsbee PhD #67 - 'Protein Ingestion Before Sleep & Muscle Mass' with Professor Luc van Loon #127 - "Time Restricted Eating and Exercise" with Evelyn Parr PhD Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 144 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Dietary Nitrate and Physical Performance" with Professor Andrew Jones PhD (University of Exeter, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Overview of Nitric Oxide and Dietary Nitrates Dietary Nitrate supplementation as an ergogenic aid Current thinking on mechanisms of action Effects on muscle function and performance Physiological effects of dietary nitrate supplementation in elite and non-elite athletes Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Dietary Nitrate and Physical Performance  Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 54 - 'Dietary Nitrate and Exercise Performance' with Professor Andrew Jones Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 143 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "The Athlete's Gut" with Dr Patrick Wilson RD PhD (Old Dominion University, USA). Discussion Topics Include: Overview of gut function and effects of exercise: gut anatomy and physiology and relevant symptoms of dysfunction Nutrition and the athlete's gut: macronutrients, energy, fluids / hydration, sodium, training the gut, supplements Psychology and the athlete's gut: stress and anxiety Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: The Athlete's Gut Related Podcast Episodes: #135 - "The Microbiome: Mind the Gap" with Jens Walter PhD and Orla O'Sullivan PhD #117 - "Nutrition and Ultramarathon Running" with Dr Ricardo Costa #70 - 'Nutrition and Metabolism for Endurance Sports' with Professor Asker Jeukendrup #69 - 'Immunological Aspects of Training & Sports Nutrition' with Professor Michael Gleeson #63 - 'Probiotics and Athletes' with Professor David Pyne Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 141 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Intermittent Dieting: Considerations for the Athlete" with Jackson Peos PhD(c) (University of Western Australia). Discussion Topics Include: Overview, and research behind, dieting and energy restriction, in physique and performance focussed athletes Adaptive responses to energy restriction Intermittent energy restriction: an overview of effectiveness Impact of energy restriction on body-composition and performance Intermittent vs continuous energy restriction strategies Diet breaks and re-feeds: science and practice Nutrition and training considerations during intermittent fasting Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Intermittent Dieting: Theoretical Considerations for the Athlete Related Podcast Episodes: #127 - "Time Restricted Eating and Exercise" with Evelyn Parr PhD #100 - 'Diets and Body Composition' with Alan Aragon MS and Brad Schoenfeld PhD #84 - 'Impact of Non Exercise Activity' with Professor Dylan Thompson #79 - 'Energy Balance, Imbalance & Interactions' with James Betts PhD #74 - 'Gaining Muscle & Losing Fat in an Energy Deficit' with Professor Stu Phillips Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 141 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Creatine Monohydrate: Exercise, Sport, and Health Applications" with Professor Darren Candow (University of Regina, Canada). Discussion Topics Include: Creatine Monohydrate: An overview of the research Dietary and supplemental sources of creatine Metabolism and mechanisms of action Creatine as an ergogenic aid: strength, power, muscle hypertrophy, and endurance Creatine and potential roles in injury support / recovery, ageing muscle, bone health, brain function and other health / medical applications Supplemental protocols and safety Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine Related Podcast Episodes: #73 - 'Creatine for Health & Performance' with Professor Eric Rawson #16 - 'Creatine' with Professor Craig Sale Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 140 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Rugby League: Nutritional and Energetic Considerations" with Dr James Morehen PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Overview of Rugby League Growing, building and repairing elite rugby players: the performance nutritionists perspective Physical demands of a Rugby League player Body composition and function in Rugby Energy expenditure: from lab to pitch Muscle soreness and inflammation: exploring the causes and the solutions Nutrition considerations for rugby league: science to practice Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: GROWING, BUILDING AND REPAING ELITE RUGBY PLAYERS: Nutritional and Energetic Considerations Position specific differences in the anthropometric characteristics of elite European Super League rugby players The Assessment of Total Energy Expenditure During a 14-day 'In-Season' Period of Professional Rugby League Players Using the Doubly Labelled Water Method Muscle glycogen utilisation during Rugby match play: Effects of pre-game carbohydrate Metabolic demands and replenishment of muscle glycogen after a rugby league match simulation protocol Related Podcast Episodes: #125 - "Protein Supplementation and Resistance Exercise Training" with Rob Morton PhD #124 - "Nutrition and Athlete Immune Health" with Prof Neil Walsh PhD #120 - "American Football: In the Trenches - Performance Nutrition Practice Insights" with Pratik Patel MS RD #83 - 'Monitoring Training Load & Fatigue in Athletes' with Craig Twist PhD #72 - 'Half-Time in Team Sports & Strategies that Influence Performance' with Mark Russell PhD CSCS Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 139 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Exercise, Immune Function and Infection Risk" with Dr Richard Simpson PhD (University of Arizona, USA). Discussion Topics Include: General introduction to exercise immunology and impact of exercise on the immune system Moderate exercise and impact on health promotion Arduous exercise and potential impact on immune suppression The open window hypothesis and infection risk Can exercise affect immune function and infection risk: both sides of the debate Take home messages from the evidence and applied perspectives Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Can exercise affect immune function to increase susceptibility to infection? Exercise, Immunity and the COVID-19 Pandemic Related Podcast Episodes: #135 - "The Microbiome: Mind the Gap" with Jens Walter PhD and Orla O'Sullivan PhD #124 - "Nutrition and Athlete Immune Health" with Prof Neil Walsh PhD #121 - "Protein and Endurance Athletes" with Dan Moore PhD #110 - "Nutrition Support for Exercise Induced Injury" with Professor Kevin Tipton #80 - 'Athlete Immune Health' with Professor Neil Walsh #69 - 'Immunological Aspects of Training & Sports Nutrition' with Professor Michael Gleeson #63 - 'Probiotics and Athletes' with Professor David Pyne #52 - 'Sleep and Performance/Recovery' with Jon Bartlett PhD #44 - 'Nutrition, Physical Activity and Immunity' with Glen Davison PhD Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 138 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Ramadan Fasting and Performance: An Applied Perspective" with Matt Jones MSc SENr (West Ham United FC and UAE Football Association). Discussion Topics Include: General introduction and experiences as a performance nutritionist working with athletes during Ramadan What is Ramadan and Ramadan fasting, and impact on nutrition habits and behaviours Reflecting on Ramadan experiences Shaping performance nutrition strategies to Ramadan challenges Evidence-based practice, belief, and best practice Ramadan nutrition practical recommendations Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Ramadan Fasting Recommendations: Reflecting on Australia vs. Saudi Arabia WCQ Ramadan and Football Ramadan fasting and the goals of sports nutrition around exercise Related Podcast Episodes: #127 - "Time Restricted Eating and Exercise" with Evelyn Parr PhD Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN