MSC Performance Podcast

Mark does a solo pod this week as he answers some frequently asked questions that often come up on the gym floor. He discusses the effectiveness of being sore after sessions, the difference between Trap Bar Deadlift and Conventional Deadlift, training frequency and does more always bring better results, and whether or not you should take creatine!

We hope you enjoy the episode!!

This week, host Steve is joined by a special guest, Dr. Priyanka Holzherr-Mandal, to explore the benefits of strength training during pregnancy.

In this insightful episode, they address common concerns and misconceptions surrounding exercise while pregnant, highlighting how a thoughtful and well-guided approach to training can provide significant physical and mental benefits both during pregnancy and postpartum. Don't miss this valuable discussion packed with expert advice!

In todays episode, Luke and Mark talk about the recent games, the charity events that we have lined up, as well as an overview of their own training, with Mark talking about the direction he is taking his training post rugby + Luke talking about how he balances his strength work with his conditioning! We hope you enjoy this episode

In today’s episode, Luke and Ste take a look ahead to the Metcon games, which are taking place this Saturday. They discuss the events, strategies and a couple of surprise twists that we have in store!

The games take place Saturday from 9am, followed by a social at the button factory from 7.30pm, which everyone is invited to!

In today’s episode, Ste and Luke sit down to discuss all things wearables. We look at the positives and negatives from collecting data, where you can start if you are looking to start and where to cut back if you find yourself overwhelmed with data. We hope you find this episode insightful and as always, any questions our DM’s are always open.

In todays episode, Luke and Mark talk through the tapering protocol Mark used for an elite level pole vaulter, who is competing this weekend at the British championships, we discuss the differences and similarities between the approach to other sports, as well as the individual differences that occur at that high level. We hope you find this podcast insightful!

Max Hartman has graced us with his presence alongside Mark in this weeks episode of the MSC Performance podcast. After recently becoming a father, Max discusses with Mark considerations with training for new parents / busy professionals, who have a limited amount of time to train in. They discuss how to mainuplaute training volume, intensity and frequency in order to get the best results possible and ensure progress doesn't stop during extremely busy periods.

This is a great listen for anyone who is super busy with life, work and family.

Enjoy!

In this weeks episode, the three horseman discuss some exciting developments coming this year with the 10 year charity challenge, metrics and future goals, and Ste also fires some questions at Mark and Luke about why MSC started in the first place all those years!!

In today’s episode, Luke and Jura answer 3 questions that have come up while at MSC this week: How fast or slow should I descend on squats? How to find your grip width on military press, plus our favourite deadlift accessories for getting past plateaus. We hope you enjoy this episode!

In today’s episode, we introduce you to our newest addition to the coaching team, Chloe! We talk through her sporting background, coaching in America, her masters degree and much more!