🎙️ From Olympic Marathoner to Physiology Researcher: Jess Piasecki on Female Health and Performance

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jess Piasecki — Olympic marathon runner and associate professor specialising in female physiology. Jess shares her unique journey from elite athlete to academic, reflecting on the transition from shorter races to the marathon distance, overcoming injury setbacks, and staying motivated throughout her career.

We dive deep into the science of female athletic performance, covering crucial topics like menstrual health, low energy availability, and amenorrhea, and how they impact training, recovery, and long-term health. Jess also highlights the benefits of cross-training, the importance of nutrition, and how athletes can maintain both mental resilience and physical well-being in high-performance environments.

Whether you're a competitive athlete, a coach, or simply passionate about sports science and women's health, this conversation is packed with practical insights and evidence-based advice.

🔑 Topics Covered:
• The realities of being a female endurance athlete
• Navigating injuries and maintaining motivation
• The role of cross-training in recovery
• Understanding energy availability and menstrual health
• Why regular cycles matter in sports performance
• Mental health, body image, and athlete well-being
• Research-backed advice for long-term health in sport

📍 Chapters:
00:00 – Intro & Jess Piasecki’s Background
05:10 – From University Running to the Olympic Stage
08:16 – Injury Setbacks and Staying Motivated
14:05 – Cross-Training: A Vital Recovery Tool
17:17 – Female Physiology: What Every Athlete Should Know
31:08 – Bone Health, Hormones & Long-Term Well-being
42:35 – Nutrition, Energy & Performance
51:56 – Understanding Menstrual Health in Athletics
01:03:23 – Empowering Female Athletes Through Knowledge

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In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Kate Spilsbury—a former colleague, friend, and leading performance physiologist. Kate's journey from nutrition to physiology is both inspiring and instructive, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome her to the show.

We explore the critical moments in athlete preparation—particularly tapering and peaking—and why getting them right can lead to breakthroughs or breakdowns in performance. Drawing on her experience in both British athletics and now high-performance sport in Australia, Kate shares deep insights into how training systems compare, how to support athletes through the nerves of tapering, and how individualized approaches are key to unlocking potential.

This conversation is rich with reflections from her research (including Kenyan vs. British runners), her experience leading into the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, and her wisdom on monitoring, recovery, and pacing strategies that really work.

✅ Key Topics

✔️ Tapering and peaking for optimal performance
✔️ Transition from nutrition to physiology
✔️ High performance systems in the UK vs. Australia
✔️ Managing training loads and athlete readiness
✔️ Monitoring tools: HRV, pacing, and athlete feedback
✔️ The psychological side of tapering
✔️ Individualization in endurance and team sports
✔️ Environmental factors: heat, altitude, geography
✔️ Recovery strategies and their effectiveness

🕒 Chapters

00:00 – Reconnecting and Career Path
02:51 – Transitioning to High Performance Management
06:03 – Comparing Athletic Systems: Australia vs UK
08:50 – The Importance of Tapering and Peaking
12:06 – Understanding the Athlete's Mindset
15:01 – The Risks of Inadequate Tapering
18:10 – Strategies for Effective Peaking
20:52 – Guidelines for Tapering and Peaking
24:06 – Insights from Research on Training Loads
27:18 – Tapering Strategies in Endurance Sports
29:54 – Individualization in Team Sports Training
33:04 – Recovery Methods and Their Impact
36:05 – Environmental Considerations in Tapering
39:11 – Monitoring Athlete Responses During Tapering
41:54 – The Importance of Individualization in Tapering
46:57 – Pacing Strategies and Their Relation to Tapering

Kate’s knowledge is exceptional—and her honesty about the real-world complexities of performance makes this a must-listen for coaches, sports scientists, and anyone working in elite sport.

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In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, Steve Ingham is joined by Tim Stevenson – a seasoned strength and conditioning coach – to explore the complex mechanics of the shoulder, injury prevention, and how to build resilient, high-performing athletes. Drawing from over 16 years of experience and his work with elite performers like Charlotte Henshaw, Tim shares a philosophy that moves beyond traditional training—focusing instead on dynamic stability, movement quality, and control-based strength.

Tim sheds light on why the shoulder is such a vulnerable joint, and how athletes can strengthen it not just through brute force, but through mobility, variation, and intentional movement. We explore how rehabilitation should be integrated with performance training, and how a holistic approach is essential for long-term fitness, injury resilience, and sustained enjoyment in sport.

🔍 Key Takeaways

✅ The shoulder’s complexity requires dynamic, not just isolated, strength.

✅ Rehab and S&C shouldn’t be separate—they must be integrated.

✅ Varied movement patterns and calisthenics build “bulletproof” shoulders.

✅ Strength is the armour—but control and awareness are the strategy.

✅ Movement quality matters more than just lifting heavy.

📌 Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tim Stevenson and His Journey

03:05 The Complexity of Shoulder Injuries

05:47 Rehabilitation vs. Strength Training for Shoulders

09:14 Case Study: Charlotte Henshaw’s Journey

11:58 Dynamic Stability in Shoulder Training

14:57 Rethinking Traditional Strength Methods

17:48 Building Bulletproof Shoulders

21:00 Integrating Rehab with S&C

24:05 The Role of External Rotation

26:59 Exploring Training Alternatives

38:33 The Importance of Shoulder Mechanics

41:05 Integrating Control-Based Movements

42:30 Exploring Athleticism and Strength

44:41 Functional Performance Goals

46:38 Movement vs. Strength

48:56 Long-Term Fitness Philosophy

53:33 Variety and Longevity in Training

54:58 Practical Training Recommendations

01:01:17 Mobility Integration

01:04:22 Cross-Training for Shoulder Health

01:07:10 Final Thoughts

🎧 Whether you’re an athlete, coach, physio, or simply someone looking to future-proof your training, this episode with Tim Stevenson offers a compelling look into the science and practice of building strong, mobile, and resilient shoulders.

🔗 Learn more about Tim’s work at: https://www.dynamicshoulders.com/

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#StrengthTraining #ShoulderHealth #Rehabilitation #InjuryPrevention #AthleteDevelopment #SupportingChampions #DynamicStability #MobilityTraining

In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, I’m joined by Lisa Trainor – a former varsity athlete turned researcher – to explore the evolving landscape of athlete well-being. Drawing from her own experiences and her academic work, Lisa discusses how injury and major disruptions like the postponement of the Tokyo Games can influence an athlete’s psychological state. She offers insight into the distinction between hedonic (feeling good) and eudaemonic (functioning well and finding purpose) well-being, and how each contributes to sustainable elite performance.

We unpack key themes including the importance of psychological safety, the value of self-confidence and identity in sport, and how athletes can remain fulfilled even when faced with setbacks. Lisa provides a compelling case for redefining success beyond medals and rankings – encouraging us to view thriving and performance not as opposites, but as intertwined outcomes of a well-supported sporting experience.

🔍 Key Takeaways:
✅ Well-being isn’t just about feeling good—it’s about functioning meaningfully.
✅ Injury and disruption can offer valuable moments for reflection and growth.
✅ Athletes may perform without well-being, but it’s not sustainable long-term.
✅ Psychological safety is a foundational component of thriving environments.
✅ Pursuing purpose and personal agency is central to eudaemonic well-being.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background of Lisa Trainor
03:06 Injury, Well-Being, and Athlete Support
05:53 Coping with the Tokyo Games Postponement
08:49 Understanding Well-Being: Hedonic vs. Eudaemonic Perspectives
11:45 The Role of Well-Being in Elite Athlete Performance
15:03 Exploring Athlete Well-Being Components
17:59 The Interplay of Eudaemonia and Hedonia in Sport
21:00 Research Insights on Athlete Well-Being
23:55 Conclusion and Practical Applications
35:49 Understanding Athlete Well-Being
42:13 The Role of Performance in Well-Being
50:51 Purpose and Fulfillment in Sport
57:09 Psychological Safety and Relationships
01:05:21 Developing Eudaemonic Well-Being

🎧 Whether you’re an athlete, coach, psychologist, or someone passionate about high performance and mental health, this conversation with Lisa offers rich insight into the deeper layers of what it means to thrive in sport.

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#AthleteWellbeing #SportsPsychology #MentalHealth #Eudaemonia #HighPerformance #SupportingChampions

In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, I’m delighted to welcome Dr. Richard Ferguson to the show. Richard is one of the leading figures in exercise physiology, and today we’re diving deep into the fascinating world of blood flow restriction (BFR) training.

We explore the science behind BFR, how restricting blood flow can stimulate remarkable strength and endurance adaptations, even with lighter loads. Richard shares his insights into BFR’s role in rehabilitation, athletic performance, and recovery, helping us understand both the opportunities and the caveats of applying this method.

From the mechanisms driving hypertrophy and mitochondrial development, to the mental challenges BFR presents athletes, Richard brings a wealth of research, experience, and practical advice. If you're curious about enhancing adaptation, optimising recovery, or just exploring cutting-edge sports science, this conversation is packed full of insight.

🔍 Key Takeaways:

✅ Blood Flow Restriction enhances muscle growth and endurance adaptations.

✅ Recovery methods should aim to stimulate, not suppress, adaptation.

✅ Practical protocols for strength, endurance, and rehab contexts.

✅ The mental challenge of BFR is as important as the physical.

✅ Emerging applications of BFR for recovery need further exploration.

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Research Articles:

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26391312/
• https://sylvanadamsports-tau.org.il/en/
• https://physoc.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1113/EP089280
• https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/japplphysiol.00982.2020

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📌 Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Blood Flow Restriction Training
02:12 Understanding Recovery and Adaptation
08:04 Essentials of Blood Flow Restriction
12:29 Strength, Hypertrophy, and Rehabilitation
31:42 Endurance Training with Blood Flow Restriction
36:08 Exploring Blood Flow Restriction Protocols
38:55 Training Adaptations and Athlete Experience
41:58 Endurance Adaptations and Mechanisms
44:47 Incorporating Blood Flow Restriction in Training
48:14 Blood Flow Restriction for Recovery
55:59 Current Use and Future Directions of Blood Flow Restriction

👀 Whether you're a coach, athlete, physiologist or simply fascinated by the evolving edge of training science, this episode will give you ideas to challenge and improve your performance strategies.

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In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, I’m joined by author, journalist, and endurance expert Alex Hutchinson to discuss his latest book, The Explorer’s Gene. This conversation dives into the why behind human exploration — what drives us to seek the unknown, how our genetics shape our urge to push boundaries, and what this means for athletes, adventurers, and everyday decision-makers alike.

We explore the intersection of science, adventure, and personal growth, looking at everything from the dopamine receptor gene and novelty-seeking, to the hero’s journey and the paradox of effort. Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or someone curious about what makes humans tick, there’s something here for you.

🧠 Key Takeaways:

• Exploration is a deep-rooted human trait shaped by both genetics and environment
• The dopamine receptor gene is linked to novelty-seeking behaviour
• Endurance sports are a microcosm for understanding exploration and risk
• Balancing exploration (trying new things) and exploitation (refining skills) is vital
• The free energy principle helps explain our drive to minimize surprise and seek reward
• Effort and struggle add meaning to experience
• Exploration connects us more deeply to our environment and ourselves
• The hero’s journey offers a compelling metaphor for personal growth
• Ethical questions persist around doping and the boundaries of performance

📚 Buy Alex Hutchinson’s new book, The Explorer’s Gene:
👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Explorers-Gene-Challenges-Flavors-Blank/dp/0063269767/

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⏱ Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to Alex Hutchinson
03:08 – Journey from Physics to Endurance Journalism
06:25 – The Intersection of Science and Endurance Sports
10:20 – Lessons from Journalism School
14:17 – The Importance of Audience in Science Communication
18:38 – Navigating Scientific Research and Its Implications
23:36 – Evolving Perspectives on Ergogenic Aids
29:43 – The Role of Context in Athletic Performance
32:33 – Exploring 'The Explorer's Gene'
36:05 – Personal Connections to Endurance
38:47 – The Complexity of Exploration
41:35 – The Hero's Journey in Endurance
44:47 – The Rhythm of Explore and Exploit
52:58 – Genetics of Exploration
56:18 – The Explorer's Gene: An Introduction
01:01:07 – Migration Patterns and Genetic Influence
01:08:20 – Risk-Taking and Elite Athletes
01:12:02 – The Free Energy Principle Explained
01:18:30 – The Effort Paradox and Meaning in Struggle
01:24:39 – The Case Against Doping in Sports
01:31:17 – Exploration and the Meaning of Sport

Thanks for tuning in — don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts below. Let’s keep exploring what makes us human.

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🎙️In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, Steve Ingham welcomes Kate Hays, a leading sports psychologist and author of How to Win: Lessons in Success from the Frontline of Performance Psychology.

Kate shares her expertise on high performance psychology, exploring the essential building blocks of team success, the significance of team identity and purpose, and how pressure training prepares individuals for high-stakes situations. She also discusses psychological safety, behavioural codes, and a strength-based approach to thriving in elite environments.

📖 Get Kate's new book here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Win-performance-psychology-potential/dp/0008698287

Key Themes:

✅ Applying performance psychology beyond sport
✅ Balancing challenge and support in high-performance settings
✅ Why defining success goes beyond just winning
✅ The role of preparation, autonomy, and resilience in elite environments
✅ Ten principles for thriving in high-performance cultures

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction and Book Overview
03:05 – The Purpose of Writing the Book
05:48 – Building Blocks of Team Performance
09:00 – Understanding Team Identity and Purpose
12:00 – The Importance of Method and Goals
15:03 – Behavioural Codes and Team Dynamics
17:50 – The Role of Pressure Training
21:09 – Defining Success Beyond Winning
23:57 – The Balance of Challenge and Support
26:45 – The Importance of Autonomy in Performance
29:58 – The Pressure of Performance
35:23 – Understanding High Performance
39:32 – Principles of Thriving
41:17 – Creating Thriving Environments
46:11 – Ten Principles for Thriving
49:12 – Psychological Safety and Learning
01:01:06 – Final Thoughts on High Performance

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🎙️ What training model improves VO2max and time trial performance for recreational and competitive endurance athletes?

In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, Steve Ingham is joined by Michael Rosenblat, an expert in exercise science with a fascinating journey from triathlon coaching to physiotherapy. Michael shares his insights into training intensity distribution models, drawing from his recent network meta-analysis on how different approaches impact endurance athletes.

They discuss the complexities of polarized versus pyramidal training models, the methodological challenges of conducting meta-analyses, and the importance of considering individual variability when designing training programmes. Michael also highlights the significance of VO2 max outcomes, the role of network meta-analysis, and why consistency and recovery are fundamental to athletic performance.

Throughout the conversation, Michael emphasizes the need for rigorous methods in sports science research and how understanding gender differences and training intensity thresholds can shape more individualised training approaches. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or researcher, this episode offers valuable insights into optimising training strategies and understanding the science behind performance improvement.

🔍 Key Takeaways:
✅ Training intensity models impact performance differently, with polarized training often benefiting competitive athletes and pyramidal training suiting recreational athletes.
✅ VO2 max outcomes showed no significant differences between training models, highlighting the importance of individual responses.
✅ Methodological rigor in exercise science research is crucial to producing reliable and applicable findings.
✅ Consistency and recovery are essential components of long-term athletic success.
✅ Future research should focus on individualised approaches to training intensity and performance.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction and Background
03:00 - Research Journey and Academic Affiliations
05:52 - Overview of the Meta-Analysis Paper
09:11 - Understanding Network Meta-Analysis
11:55 - Participant Characteristics and Sample Size
14:57 - Training Intensity Distribution Models
17:59 - Decoding Intention to Treat vs. Per Protocol Analysis
27:31 - Understanding Quasi-Experimental Designs
30:02 - Methodological Limitations in Training Studies
32:30 - Analyzing Gender Differences in Athletic Performance
34:08 - Exploring VO2 Max Results
39:14 - Individual Variability in Training Responses
47:01 - Comparing Training Models for Different Athlete Levels
55:44 - Practical Recommendations for Athletes
57:01 - Future Directions in Training Research

📖 Read more on Michael’s paper here:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39888556/

https://sylvanadamsports-tau.org.il/en/

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🎙️ Using play to improve performance with Richard Cheetham

In this episode of the Supporting Champions Podcast, Steve Ingham is joined by Richard Cheetham, a senior fellow in sports coaching, to explore the evolving landscape of coaching. From learner empathy and innovative coaching methods to the critical role of play in athlete development, Richard shares his insights on what truly makes coaching effective.

They discuss how early experiences in sport shape long-term engagement, why coaching should balance sports science with emotional connection, and how playfulness fosters creativity and performance. Richard also reflects on cross-sport learning, the challenges posed by AI in coaching, and why the best coaches are those who remain curious and adaptable.

🔍 Key Takeaways:
✅ Coaching is about understanding the struggle of the learner.
✅ Play should be integrated into coaching, not just used as a reward.
✅ Innovative coaching methods create engaging learning environments.
✅ Sports science should support, not dominate, the coaching process.
✅ Authentic engagement and creativity are crucial for athlete development.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Richard Cheetham and His Journey
03:11 Innovative Coaching Methods and Learner Empathy
05:45 The Evolution of Coaching: Expectations and Engagement
09:09 Balancing Sports Science and Coaching
11:58 The Role of Play in Coaching
24:04 Defining Play and Its Importance in Sports
28:57 The Influence of Early Experiences in Sports
34:24 Creating a Playful Environment for Learning
38:42 Innovative Approaches to Coaching
44:06 Divergent Thinking and Cross-Sport Learning
49:21 The Future of Coaching in an AI World
54:14 The Power of Playful Engagement

📖Read more on Richard here:

Richard Cheetham - University of Winchester

🔗Connect with Richard here:

(3) Richard Cheetham MBE | LinkedIn

👀 Whether you're a coach, athlete, or simply passionate about performance, this conversation will challenge the way you think about learning, engagement, and the true purpose of sport.

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🎙️ Parenting Talent | Supporting Champions Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Steve Ingham welcomes Valeria Eckardt to explore the vital yet complex role of parents in youth sports. Parents are more than just supporters—they shape a child's sporting experience as role models, interpreters, and motivators. But where’s the line between support and pressure? How can parents communicate effectively with young athletes?

Valeria shares insights into emotional intelligence in sports parenting, the impact of social media on young athletes, and the evolving role of parents as children progress through their sporting journey. From early skill development to elite competition, this discussion highlights the challenges parents face and the strategies they can use to foster a healthy, supportive, and balanced sporting environment for their children

🔍 Key Takeaways:
✅ Parents play a crucial role in shaping a child's sports experience.
✅ The balance between support and pressure is complex and individualized.
✅ Emotional intelligence and adaptability are key to positive parental involvement.
✅ Communication between parents, coaches, and children is essential for reducing stress.
✅ Social media creates additional challenges and expectations for young athletes.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Parenting in Sport
01:09 The Role of Parents in Sports
06:29 Understanding Parental Involvement
11:14 The Balance of Support and Pressure
18:16 Navigating Support and Pressure
22:06 Effective Communication Strategies
30:17 The Complexity of Sports Parenting
31:08 Navigating Parental Involvement in Sports
39:24 The Impact of Social Media on Young Athletes
43:43 Supporting Parents in Competitive Sports
51:52 Evolving Parental Roles Through a Child’s Sports Journey

🔍 Find more on Valeria’s work: linktr.ee/valeria.eckardt

Instagram: @eckardt_psychologie

Bluesky: @valeriaeckardt.bsky.social

Linkedin: @valeria-eckardt

Additional resources on parenting in sports:

SportParent EU: http://www.sportparent.eu/en/

Handbook for parents in youth football academies (German Football Association & German Soccer League): https://media.dfl.de/sites/2/2024/01/DFL_Info_Elternbroschuere_EN.pdf (English language!)

Sport Parent Guide (Utah State University): https://youthsportsparenteducation.usu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Youth-Sport-Parent-Guide-v2.pdf

Sport Parents Guide (Canadian Sport for Life): https://sportforlife.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/A-Sport-Parents-Guide.pdf

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In this episode, Steve Ingham sits down with Liam to dive into the cutting-edge science behind athletic performance. From strength training and speed development to the critical role of muscle temperature, this conversation covers everything you need to know about optimising performance for elite athletes.

Discover how post activation potentiation (PAP) can prime athletes for competition, why recovery is often underestimated, and how individualised training programs lead to better results. Liam also shares insights into future trends in sports science, particularly the use of data strategies to drive performance outcomes.

🔍 Key Takeaways:

• Maintaining muscle temperature during competition is crucial.
• Strength training is the foundation for developing speed and power.
• Recovery and hypertrophy phases are essential for maximising results.
• Athletes thrive when they have ownership over their training.
• Collaboration and data strategies are shaping the future of sports science.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Performance Science
04:02 Liam's Background in Sports Performance
06:48 The Importance of Applied Research
09:18 Measuring Speed and Power in Athletes
12:12 Developing Strength for Power Training
15:09 The Role of Recovery in Training
17:55 Hypertrophy and Its Impact on Performance
20:32 Recovery Strategies for Elite Athletes
23:18 Power Training Methods and Guidelines
27:22 Understanding Post Activation Potentiation (PAP)
39:34 The Importance of Muscle Temperature in Performance
47:48 Future Directions in Sports Data Science

🎧 Tune in to discover actionable strategies for enhancing athletic performance and get inspired by the future of sports science. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights!

📖 Read more on Liam here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/staff/l.kilduff/

🔗Or connect with Liam via LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-kilduff-1b920745

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