Episodes

Episode 68 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Beta Alanine Supplementation & Performance' with Abbie Smith-Ryan PhD, University of North Carolina, USA - and Professor Craig Sale, Nottingham Trent University, UK. In this session we get into: Mechanisms and Use of Beta Alanine Supplementation Overview Carnosine & Buffering Beta Alanine Supplementation Strategies Safety of Beta Alanine Effects of Beta Alanine on Exercise Performance C...

Episode 67 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Protein Ingestion Before Sleep & Muscle Mass' with Professor Luc van Loon, Maastricht University, Netherlands. In this session we get into: Protein Balance Overview Protein Ingestion Before Sleep & Muscle Protein Synthesis Rates Protein Ingestion Before Sleep & Overnight Recovery From Exercise Protein Ingestion Before Before Sleep & Sarcopenia Practical Strategies Checkout our other pod...

Episode 66 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Diabetes: Nutrition & Exercise' with Duane Mellor PhD RD, University of Nottingham, UK. In this session we get into: What is Diabetes Prevalence of Diabetes Obsessions with Insulin Nutritional Influences on Diabetes Exercise Influences on Diabetes Recommendations for Athletes and Active People with Diabetes When to refer to medical specialists Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs ...

Episode 65 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Precision Nutrition Coaching' with John Berardi PhD CSCS, www.PrecisionNutrition.com. In this session we get into: Key Elements to Successful Nutrition Coaching Achieving Goals Practice Based Coaching Smart Practices Translating Science Into Results Treating Clients Like Adults Feeding the Frog Before The Monkey (will make sense when you listen) Checkout our other podcasts, video blog...

Episode 64 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Nutrigenomics and Personalised Sports Nutrition' with Nanci Guest PhD(c) MSc RD CSCS, University of Toronto, Canada. In this session we get into: What is Nutrigenomics Nutrigenomics and Athletic Performance Responders / Non Responders - A Case for Nutrigenomic Testing? Genetic Testing & Potential for Influencing Interventions Personalised Nutrition: Are We There Yet? Nutrigenomic Resear...

Episode 63 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Probiotics and Athletes' with Profesor David Pyne, Australian Institute of Sport. In this session we get into: What are Probiotics What are Prebiotics Clinical and Physiological Effects in Athletes Probiotics and Immune Modulation Probiotics and Gut Health Leaky Gut Probiotic Supplementation Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance nutrition at w...

Episode 62 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Fat Oxidation, Exercise & Insulin Sensitivity' with Scott Robinson PhD(c) and Gareth Wallis PhD, University of Birmingham School of Exercise & Sport Sciences, UK. In this session we get into: Relevance of Fat Oxidation in Health and Performance Exercise & Fat Oxidation Diet and Fat Oxidation Fat Oxidation, VO2 and Insulin Sensitivity 24hr Chamber Studies vs Single Exercise Bout Studies ...

Episode 61 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Periodization Theory and Application' with Anthony Turner PhD MSc CSCS*D, Middlesex University, London. In this session we get into: Periodization in Strength and Conditioning Recovery, Adaptation & Managing Stress in Athletes Periodization Theory Periodization Models Applied Periodization Integrated Periodization Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things perf...

Episode 60 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Bone Health and Performance' with Professor Craig Sale, Nottingham Trent University. In this session we get into: Bone Struture and Function Normal and Abnormal Bone Bone Health and Performance Stress Fractures Bone and other Injury Risks in Athletes Factors Influencing Bone Health: Genetics, Mechanical, Hormonal, Nutritional Acid-Ash Hypothesis Supplements and Bone Assessing Bone He...

Episode 59 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Oversciencing and Marginal Gains in Elite Sport' with Marco Cardinale PhD, Aspire Academy, Qatar and former Head of Sports Science and Research of the British Olympic Association. In this session we get into: Science in Sport Oversciencing in Elite Sport Marginal Gains & Mastering Basics Importance of Coaching Skills for Applied Sports Scientists Routes to becoming a Performance Scientis...

Episode 58 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Test, Don't Guess! Using Physiological Testing to Inform Practice' with Shawn Arent PhD, Rutgers University, USA. In this session we get into: Test, Don't Guess! Laboratory testing in applied sport science Field testing methods Using lab and field test data to inform practice Validity & Reliability Testing methods to support team sports & individuals Context (of course) Checkout our o...

Episode 57 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'The Female Athlete Triad and RED-S' (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) with Kisrty Eilliot-Sale PhD, Nottingham Trent University, UK. In this session we get into: The Female Athlete Triad Energy Availability Issues - Females & Males Energy Availability and Health / Performance Relative Energy Defiency in Sport (RED-S) Menstration and Energy Availability Bone Density and Energy Availa...

Episode 56 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Communication in Sport Science & Coaching' with Prof Andy Lane, University of Wolverhampton, UK. In this session we get into: Importance of Communication for Coaches & Practitioners Belief Stages of Change Placebo Delivery of Advice and Information Professional Considerations Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance nutrition at www.GuruPerformanc...

Episode 55 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Body Composition & Dodgy Tans' with Eric Helms MPhil MS, AUT University, New Zealand. In this session we get into: Importance of Body Composition Defining Body Composition Assessing Body Composition Visual Assessment of Physique Manipulating Body Composition Tracking Nutrition Intake Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance nutrition at www.GuruPe...

Episode 54 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Dietary Nitrate and Exercise Performance' with Professor Andrew Jones PhD, Exeter University, UK. In this session we get into: Nitric Oxide and Performance Dietary Nitrates & Nitric Oxide Regulation Nitrate and Oxygen Cost of Exercise Nitrate and Exercise Tolerance Mehanisms & Relevance to health and Performance Beetroot Supplementation Practical Considerations Checkout our other podc...

Episode 53 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Evidence Informed Practice' with Duane Mellor PhD RD, University of Nottingham, UK. In this session we get into: Defining Evidence Based Practice Levels of Science Science v Real World Skepticism & Open Mind Education and Experience to Inform Practice Communication Peer Review in the Professional Setting Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance n...

Episode 52 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Sleep and Performance/Recovery' with Jon Bartlett PhD, Victoria University, Australia. In this session we get into: Defining Sleep What is 'Normal' Sleep Effect of Sleep Loss on Exercise Performance, Physiological and Cognitive Responses Sleep Restriction and Mood State Sleep and Immunity/Recovery Practical Reccomendations Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all th...

Episode 51 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Carbohydrate Availability & Training Adaptations' with John Hawley PhD, Australian Catholic University, Australia. In this session we get into: Relevance of Carbohydrate Availability to Performance & Health Body Composition & Carbohydrates Effects of Carbohydrate Availability on Training Adaptation Train Low, Compete High - Carbohydrate Paradigm Introduction to 'Sleep Low' carbohydrate c...

Episode 50 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Importance of Context in Sport and Exercise Science' with Craig Sale PhD, Nottingham Trent University, UK. In this session we get into: Defining 'Context' Context in Sports and Exercise Science Research & Practice Interpreting & Communicating Context Use and Misuse of Context Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance nutrition at www.GuruPerformance....

Episode 49 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Mitochondrial Response and Effect of Repetition Duration in Resistance Training' with Dr Dan Ogborn (www.DanOgborn.com), MacMaster University, Canada. In this session we get into: Role of Mitochondria in Muscle Mitochondrial Dysfunction Gene Shifting Mitochondria and Sarcopenia Free Radicals & Mitochondrial Function Repetition Duration (tempo) and Muscle Hypertrophy Checkout our other ...

Episode 48 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Psychology: Nutrition and Training' with Professor Andy Lane, University of Wolverhampton, UK. In this session we get into: Psychology as an important paradigmn in nutrition and training Habits and behaviours Learning to be nice to yourself Beliefs and myths Emotions and eating/training Motivation and preparation Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things perfo...

Episode 47 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Blood Flow Restriction Training' with Jeremy Loenneke PhD, University of Mississipi, USA. In this session we get into: What is Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Adapative Responses and Potential Mechanisms to BFR Exercise Stimulus and BFR Practical Applications of BFR Potential Limitations and Contraindications for BFR Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things perfo...

Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring Joseph Agu MSc, (www.JosephAgu.com). Joseph and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Science, Pseudoscience & Day To Day Basics in Sports Nutrition'. Joseph will also be speaking on a similar topic at the Epic Fitness Summit (http://www.epic-summit.co.uk) in May 2015 in the UK (at the Body Power Expo). For more details about the regular 'We Do Science' Podcast & episodes; please go to www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 45 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Carbohydrate Periodization' with Trent Stellingwerff PhD, Canadian Sports Institute. In this session we get into: Importance of Periodization Adaptations to Low Carb Training Carbohydrates and Performance Molecular Biology Factors in Carbohydrate Periodization Glycogen Depletion Rates Assessing Carbohydrate Need Checkout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things perfor...