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Synapse Performance Podcast

Synapse Performance Podcast

David Nolan

The Synapse Performance Podcast brings you leading expert knowledge in areas of health, nutrition & performance. It's a must listen for any athlete or coach looking for pragmatic evidence-based information. Hosted by David Nolan
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Top 10 Synapse Performance Podcast Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Synapse Performance Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Synapse Performance Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Synapse Performance Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Synapse Performance Podcast - Episode 111 - Mikey Kiely - The Physiological Demands of Horse Racing
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08/13/20 • 43 min

In this episode, David is joined by experienced S&C coach and PhD. researcher, Mikey Kiely.

Mikey discusses his PhD. research which examined the physiological demands of jockeys during horse racing.

Mikey offer some insights into his findings which may inform the preparation of jockey athletes.

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In this episode, David & Mark answer questions submitted by listeners.

These questions include:

What are common mistakes people make when interpreting research

How can you more effectively apply research with your clients and athletes?

How to deal with science deniers?

How to argue on social media?

Full show-notes available at: www.synapseperformance.ie/podcasts/episode132

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In episode 96, David is joined by Dr. Harry Dorrell.

Harry is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lincoln, where his research focuses on the use of velocity based measures to dictate training loads in an attempt to optimize adaptation to resistance training.

David & Harry discuss why velocity-based "loading" may be a more suitable term that velocity-based "training," how to practically apply velocity-based measures in a team setting and the future research direction of velocity-based training.

Full show-notes available at: www.synapseperformance.ie/podcasts/episode96

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In this episode, David is joined my Dr. Tommy Lundberg.

Dr. Lundberg is a lecturer and researcher in the Karolinska Institute in the area of clinical physiology measures, in particular muscle physiology.

In this episode, David & Dr. Lundberg discuss:

The anthropometric and physiological differences between biological male and females.

Sporting performance differences between biological males and females

Testosterone suppression in transgender women and it's influence on physiological variables.

Transgender athletes in sport.

Full show notes available at: www.synapseperformance.ie/podcasts/episode131

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In this episode, David is joined by sports scientist at Dublin GAA and researcher at Technological University Dublin, Shane Malone. In this, the second of a two part episode, David & Shane discuss the role of the sports scientist in elite level sport. Topics of conversation include:

Using data in physical preparation

Managing fatigue

Energy system development

Increasing player robustness

Understanding the physiological target of training

Integrating conditioning into a team sport training session

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In this episode, David is joined by sports scientist at Dublin GAA and researcher at Technological University Dublin, Shane Malone.

In this, the first of a two part episode, David & Shane discuss the role of the sports scientist in elite level sport.

Topics of conversation include:

What is the role of the sport scientist?

Deciding what metrics are important to collect

Effective data collection methods

Effective interpretation of data

GPS data collection

External and internal load monitoring

Effective presentation and communication of data to coaches and players.

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In this episode David and Mark have an in-depth discussion on the topic of recovery and provide a wealth of practical advice.

The pair discuss:

Training Load Management

Sleep

Psychological Stress

Nutrition and Supplements

Active, Passive and Novel Recovery Methods (Ice baths, heat, compression garments etc.)

The Role of Beliefs, Placebo & the Biopsychosocial Model in Recovery

Full show notes available at:

www.synapseperformance.ie/podcasts/episode130

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In this episode, David is joined by Limerick senior football S&C coach Adrian O'Brien, performance nutritionist at Dublin GAA Mark Germaine, and S&C coach with Donegal senior football (2015-2020) Paul Fisher.

The group discuss:

Designing and structuring a pre-season

What to focus on during lockdown

Reducing injury risk in GAA

Do GAA players really need to be big and strong?

Full show notes available at:

www.synapseperformance.ie/podcasts/episode129

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Synapse Performance Podcast - Episode 128 - Tim Smithies - The Role of Sports Science in E-Sports
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01/07/21 • 35 min

In this episode of the podcast, David is joined by PhD researcher Tim Smithies.

Tim is a researcher based at the University of Limerick in the E-sports research lab and is completing a PhD in conjunction with the Irish Research Council and Logitech.

In this episode, the pair discuss:

What is E-Sports?

What roles do S&C and sports science play in E-sports?

What is the future of sports science research in E-Sports?

What influence does E-Sports have on health and sleep?

Full show-notes available at: www.synapseperformance.ie/podcasts/episode128

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In this episode, David is joined by sports psychologist Hugh Gilmore to field questions submitted by the listeners on various topics of sports psychology.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Synapse Performance Podcast have?

Synapse Performance Podcast currently has 133 episodes available.

What topics does Synapse Performance Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Strength, Research, Medicine, Fitness, Podcasts, Science and Health.

What is the most popular episode on Synapse Performance Podcast?

The episode title 'The Role of Sports Science: Effective data collection, interpretation & communication - Episode 133 - Shane Malone' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Synapse Performance Podcast?

The average episode length on Synapse Performance Podcast is 51 minutes.

How often are episodes of Synapse Performance Podcast released?

Episodes of Synapse Performance Podcast are typically released every 7 days, 14 hours.

When was the first episode of Synapse Performance Podcast?

The first episode of Synapse Performance Podcast was released on Jun 29, 2016.

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