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The Real Science of Sport Podcast

Professor Ross Tucker and Mike Finch

World-renowned sports scientist Professor Ross Tucker and veteran sports journalist Mike Finch break down the myths, practices and controversies from the world of sport. From athletics to rugby, soccer, cycling and more, the two delve into the most recent research, unearth lessons from the pros and host exclusive interviews with some of the world"s leading sporting experts. For those who love sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:22:03

SPECIAL: How To Hang Tough Like A Royal Marine

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2022/07/05

Former Royal Marine, Green Beret and now amateur cyclist Richy Poynter transports us deep into the mindset and training of an elite soldier. From physical fitness to both emotional and mental challenges, Poynter offers a fascinating insight into what it takes to make it through and how some of the lessons he learnt as a soldier have made him a better sportsman.EFrsNTdBnBG44DDBKfnv Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:10:09

How Cold Affects Exercise

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2022/06/23

From the extremes of cold water swimming to how the body loses heat and hyperthermia. The team takes a deep dive into the fascinating physiological effect of cold on the exercising body, how to deal with it and what you can expect when the temperatures dropShow notes and links:The study that measured how long it took for heart rate, daily activity and sleep to return to normal after Covid-19 infection by using people's fitbit dataThe Nature paper that finds increased risk of incident cardiovascular

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1:08:43

Should Women's Soccer Have Different Rules? / Is...

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2022/06/15

The team take on three different subjects in our new segment called 'Caught My Eye." We tackle the subject of how different rules and regulations in women's soccer can improve the quality of the game to the potential of African riders to start dominating world cycling and the relationship between sleep and concussion in impact sports.Show Notes:Sleep articlehttps://meridian.allenpress.com/jat/article/doi/10.4085/1062-6050-0078.22/482396/Prospective-Implications-of-Insufficient-Sleep-forThe study on

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1:10:27

EXCLUSIVE: How Adidas Took On Nike In The Shoe Wars

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2022/06/07

The team take a critical look at an interview with Simon Lockett,Global Category Director of Running Footwear at adidas. Simon and his team are involved in the overall strategy,product creation, and go-to-market approach fora number of franchisesincluding ADIZERO racing footwear and the Duramo franchise.He works together with ateam of expert product managers who work alongside design and development to produce the world’s fastest running shoes. But have adidas succeeded in taking on Nike and were

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1:08:28

Doping and the Curious Case of Shelby Houlihan

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2022/05/17

Excuses for doping are as varied as the drugs available on Amazon (yep, it's that easy!). But what does it take to be a doper? Are authorities winning the war and is American track superstar Shelby Houlihan really guilty of being a doper herself? The team unpack it all in this latest update on the war against performance-enhancing drugs.Show notes:Read more about the topics discussed in this podcast here:Ross' detailed technical analysis of the Shelby Houlihan caseThe Q&A that LetsRun.com does with

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54:53

How The Pros Train (And What We Can Learn From It)

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2022/04/21

From top level cyclists to world-class runners and speedskaters, pro training regimes offer a fascinating look into what it takes to count yourself among the world's best. Recent research among top-level athletes is also leading us to question entrenched training methods as sports scientists continue to learn more about the way the body adapts and reacts to exercise.SHOW NOTES:The study of world class distance runners’ training

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1:03:40

CYCLING SPECIAL: The Science of Cadence / Van der...

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2022/04/13

In this cycling special, we take a deep dive into the numbers that helped Mathieu van Poel win the Tour of Flanders, why new research on cadence has challenged decades-old beliefs and how sportspeople with heart problems may still be able to compete at the top level thanks to modern technology. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:01:03

The Lia Thomas Controversy: Anger in the Age of Trans...

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2022/03/24

Transgender athlete Lia Thomas recently won the 500-yard title at the US National College Swimming (NCAA) Championships triggering an uproar and suggesting that her participation may have wide-ranging implications for women's sport. At the recent MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference in Boston, Prof. Ross Tucker was invited as a guest to discuss the transgender issue in sport and discusses the issue here in the context of the Thomas affair. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See

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1:40:03

The Future Of The Olympics: Are They Heading For...

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2022/02/24

Viewership figures are down, fewer cities want to host them and their integrity is being seriously challenged. What does the future of the Winter and Summer Olympic Games look like? The team talk to the Chief Sports Reporter of the UK's The Guardian, Sean Ingle, and renowned author, journalist and columnist David Epstein to present the facts and the challenges facing the Games and potentially the solutions to help them survive. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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1:21:28

The Science of Endurance: Fuel & Hydration

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2022/02/15

Prof. Ross Tucker and sports journalist Mike Finch break down the various forms of energy the body uses, how they work, how we fuel them and when to use what. Plus learn to decipher the ingredients in energy supplements, understand why carbs are still king and how best to train your body to become an efficient endurance machine. A must-listen for any endurance athlete. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:33:57

Winter Olympic Special: The Science of Ice Hockey,...

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2022/02/08

What makes world-class ice hockey players, cross-country skiers or biathletes? We ask two experts to help explain the special set of skills needed to compete at the top level, the challenges athletes face and the training they do to compete. If you've never understood anything about the Winter Olympics here's your chance to take a deep dive into three of the most fascinating disciplines.Guest Biographies:Tommy Lundberg is a consultant to the Swedish Ice Hockey Federation along with his job as a

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1:23:56

The Science of Endurance

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2022/02/01

Welcome to endurance month! In this episode the team break down the mechanics of endurance, the five challenges that long-distance athletes face, how the body changes the longer we exercise and why humans are more adapted to going long than any other living creature on the planet. We also ask whether excessive exercise is always good for you and look back at the lessons learnt from endurance athletes of yesteryear. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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1:14:00

The Effects of Heat on Exercise

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2022/01/25

Welcome to Season 4 of the Science of Sport Podcast! So what happens to our bodies when the temperatures go up? The team dig into the mechanics of exercising in hot conditions, how to cope with extremes, the differences are between heat stroke and heat exhaustion, when it's too hot to train and why sporting event organisers should all have a heat policy to safeguard participants. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Bonus episode: Brief thoughts on the Lia Thomas...

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2021/12/16

In this bonus episode, Ross shares brief thoughts on the latest, inevitable and increasingly volatile controversy in the transgender athlete debate. Swimmer Lia Thomas has been shattering university records, setting the fastest times in the USA, and is well on the way to becoming the highest profile trans women athlete to date. Her times as Lia are within sight not only of legends of US women's swimming, but also very close to what she swam as Will Thomas, prior to a period of suppressing

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1:31:44

Bonus episode: Facts and fallacies in the trans...

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2021/11/26

In this bonus episode, Ross sits down with Dr Emma Hilton, a developmental biologist who has outspokenly defended women's sport and explained the science and physiology of male vs female sporting performance differences. In a candid conversation, she shares insights ranging from political to philosophical, both personal and scientific. Why is the recent IOC Framework such a failure of leadership and setback for women? What do we make of trans men in men's sport? How should sports respond to sex

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50:03

S3 E27: Why the IOC's Recent Guidelines on...

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2021/11/17

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recently announced controversial new transgender guidelines which could threaten the future of women's sport. But what does the evidence say and why did the IOC ignore the science? Mike Finch and Prof. Ross Tucker explain all. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:08:45

S3 E26: The Coaches: Why Mindset Matters

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2021/11/10

Responders and non-responders are easily identified but poorly understood. Elite coach and sports scientist John Kiely from the Institute of Coaching & Performance, University of Central Lancashire, discusses why our response to training is about more than just genetics, offers tips on how to change mindset and trust in the process and if neurobiology can unlock training benefits for all. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:33:45

S3 E25: Why a Five-Year-Old Premier League Recruit Is...

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2021/11/03

Coaching development specialist Stuart Armstrong, of Sport England, discusses the role of sport in childhood development with Prof. Ross Tucker. The two answer controversial questions from our Patreon supporters and delve into the murky world of early recruitment and why healthy sport has nothing to do with future champions. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S3 E24: Lachlan Morton And The Quest For Cycling Nirvana

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2021/10/27

Lachlan Morton is an Australian cyclist famous for taking on audacious endurance challenges, including his recent solo 5500km Alt. Tour de France. In this interview Morton talks about his philosophy, how he gets through the tough moments and how he and his EF Education-Nippo team come up with his crazy challenges. Funny and inspiring, Morton is a unique voice in the world of professional sport. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:09:35

S3 E23: Future Champion or Lifelong Athlete? The...

The Real Science of Sport Podcast ·

2021/10/19

Stuart Armstrong has made a career coaching sport and his role at Sport England is to help coach the coaches and make sport and exercise accessible to all. In this interview, Armstrong talks through the challenges of balancing the thirst for future champions and creating a healthy environment for kids and teenagers to thrive... no matter what their ability. It's a must-listen for parents, coaches and administrators alike. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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