„In dieser Folge spreche ich mit Jakob Lange, Leistungssportler in der Nordischen Kombination und mehrfacher Junioren-Weltmeister. Wir tauchen gemeinsam ein in die Sportwissenschaft hinter dem Spitzensport:

• Sein Weg zum Nordischen Kombinierer

• Monitoring, Leistungsdiagnostik und mentale Stärke

• Einblicke in die Welt der Nordischen Kombination

Jakob gibt uns spannende Einblicke in seine Karriere zwischen Weltcup, Continental Cup und seinem Alltag als Zollbeamter. Ein Gespräch über Belastungssteuerung, Periodisierung – und die Frage, wie Sportwissenschaft in der Praxis wirklich aussieht.

🎙️ Perfekt für alle, die sich für Leistungssport, Trainingsmethodik und die Schnittstelle zwischen Theorie & Praxis interessieren.“

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ron McKeefery, one of the most respected names in strength and conditioning. With over 25 years of experience across the NFL, collegiate athletics, and international sport, Ron has dedicated his career to building both athletes and coaches. Currently serving as Special Assistant to the Head Coach at Alabama, he brings unique insights into high-performance culture, mentorship, and leadership at the very top of football.

We dive into his coaching journey, his philosophy on athlete development, and his passion for education. Ron is also the author of two must-read books for anyone in the field: “CEO Strength Coach” and “Weight Room Wisdom”, which have inspired coaches worldwide.

Whether you’re a coach, player, or someone interested in what drives elite performance, this conversation is packed with lessons you can take straight into your own environment.

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In this episode of Science in Sports, Simon talks with Dr. Richard Blagrove — Senior Lecturer in Physiology and Programme Leader for the MSc in Strength and Conditioning at Loughborough University — about connecting academic research with applied sport performance.

We discuss:

• Richard’s journey into sports science and coaching

• Essential, underrated, and overrated areas of sports science education

• How physiological and psychological principles combine in athlete development

• Advice for aspiring practitioners and insights into the future of strength and conditioning

🎧 Ideal for students, coaches, and anyone curious about the science behind performance. Packed with practical tips and thought-provoking discussion for applying research to real-world sport.

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„Fabio Wagner ist Nationalspieler, Olympia-Teilnehmer und Verteidiger beim EHC Red Bull München – und heute unser Gast. Wir sprechen über seinen Weg vom Nachwuchstalent zum Leistungsträger der Nationalmannschaft, wie er mit Drucksituationen umgeht und welche Rolle moderne Trainingsmethoden, mentale Stärke und Regeneration spielen.

Außerdem gibt’s spannende Einblicke hinter die Kulissen des Profi-Eishockeys – von harten Checks bis zu den kleinen Ritualen abseits des Eises.

Diese Folge wird präsentiert von TeamBuildr – der Plattform für smarteres, datenbasiertes Training.“

In this episode, powered by TeamBuildr Practice, we dive into Bio-Banding — a progressive approach to athlete development that focuses on biological maturity rather than just age. It's a concept gaining traction in youth sports, and for good reason: it allows for fairer, more effective, and more individualized growth.

Our guest is Ken Martel, Senior Director of Player and Coach Development at USA Hockey. Ken walks us through the science behind Bio-Banding, its real-world impact on young hockey players, and how it's helping coaches better identify and nurture long-term talent.

Whether you're a coach, parent, or simply passionate about youth development, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective on how to better support athletes where they are — not just when they were born.

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In this episode, I sit down with Arnau Pina, Head of Performance for the Mexico Men’s National Basketball Team— a coach whose journey spans Europe, Latin America, and now Asia, as he prepares for his next role in Japan.

We dive into:

• The key differences in performance culture between Europe, Mexico, and Japan

• How to adapt your coaching style across borders and basketball systems

• What it's like working with a national team vs. a club

• His training philosophy and the non-negotiables in elite athlete development

Whether you're a coach, performance specialist, or just a fan of the behind-the-scenes work that drives top-level sport — this episode delivers insight from someone who lives and breathes high performance across the globe.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dennis Vollebregt, head coach of the Dutch U18 national ice hockey team, for a cross-border conversation on youth performance in elite hockey. We explore how Germany and the Netherlands each approach athlete development, performance culture, testing and monitoring, and the transition from youth to senior levels.

While we don’t get into specific programming details, we dig into the philosophies behind our systems, the challenges we face, and what we can learn from each other’s national setups.

🎧 Topics include:

• National development philosophies

• Athlete buy-in and performance culture

• Monitoring without micromanaging

• Bridging the gap to senior-level hockey

Doppelsieg für den VfB Stuttgart Frauen – und wir sprechen mit einer, die mittendrin war: Jana Spengler. Die Fußballerin gibt Einblicke in eine außergewöhnliche Saison, in Trainingsroutinen, Teamdynamik und mentale Stärke.
Was braucht es, um konstant Leistung zu bringen? Wie sieht moderne Trainingssteuerung im Frauenfußball aus? Und was kann Sportwissenschaft im Alltag einer Spielerin wirklich bewirken?

Außerdem sprechen wir über die Entwicklung des Frauenfußballs, Regeneration, persönliche Ziele – und den Blick in die Zukunft.

🎧 Jetzt reinhören – und wie immer: abonnieren, teilen und weitersagen!

What does it take to dominate one of the most physically demanding sports on the planet — with an axe in your hands and milliseconds on the clock?

In this episode of Science in Sports, I sit down with Glen Penlington, the reigning 4-time British Lumberjack Champion, and his sister Zoe Penlington, the trailblazer who made history as the 2022 British Women’s Champion.

Together, we dive into:

• The science behind elite-level chopping, sawing, and endurance

• How they train strength, speed, and technique year-round

• The unique bond — and rivalry — of competing as siblings

• What it feels like to perform under pressure with blades flying

Whether you're into sports science, raw athleticism, or just love a good sibling showdown — this one’s for you.

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In dieser Folge von Science in Sports spreche ich mit Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Ruf über die Verbindung von Sportwissenschaft und sozialer Arbeit.

Wir diskutieren:

• Wie Sport in Jugendzentren, auf dem Bolzplatz oder in der Resozialisierung wirken kann

• Welche Methoden Fachkräfte einsetzen, um Bewegung als Beziehung, Selbstwirksamkeit und Teilhabe zu nutzen

• Praktische Modelle für sportorientierte soziale Arbeit

🎧 Eine inspirierende Folge für Pädagogen, Trainer, Sozialarbeiter und alle, die den sozialen Wert von Sport verstehen möchten.