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We Do Science - The Sports Nutrition Podcast
For current and aspiring sports and exercise nutritionists! The Institute of Performance Nutrition's We Do Science podcast, hosted by Dr Laurent Bannock, features a wide variety of leading guest experts (elite practitioners and scientists) with expertise in sport and exercise nutrition, and related fields relevant to real-world practice.
- 232 - Episode 38 - 'Nutrition and the Molecular Response To Strength Training' with Keith Baar PhD
Episode 38 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Nutrition & The Molecular Response To Strength Training' with Keith Baar PhD, University of Califonia Davis, USA. In this session we get into:Molecular Responses To TrainingmTOR and TrainingmTOR and NutritionProtein, Leucine and mTORScience Based Training and Nutrition to Maximise mTOR activationCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance n...
Thu, 12 Feb 2015 - 231 - "Embracing the Ethos of Scientific Scepticism" with Dr Nick Tiller and Prof Stu Phillips
Episode 188 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Embracing the Ethos of Scientific Scepticism" with Dr Nick Tiller PhD (Harbor-UCLA, USA) and Prof Stu Phillips PhD (McMaster University, Canada)Discussion Topics Include:Snake oil and fraudulent claims in the health, wellness and sports nutrition industryBad science and its impact on research and practiceWhy being a responsible sceptic requires a comprehensive set of ...
Fri, 21 Apr 2023 - 230 - "Creatine: Beyond Strength and Power" with Dr Scott Forbes
Episode 187 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Creatine: Beyond Strength and Power" with Dr Scott Forbes PhD (Brandon University, Canada)Discussion Topics Include:Summary of dietary sources and mechanisms of action of Creatine Monohydrate and its potential impact on adaptions to resistance training, strength, power and muscle hypertrophyEmerging research for novel applications of Creatine on health, cognitive func...
Thu, 13 Apr 2023 - 229 - "Nutrition for the Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries in Athletes" with Professor Craig Sale
Episode 186 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition for the Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries in Athletes" with Professor Craig Sale PhD (Manchester Metropolitan University, UK)Discussion Topics Include:Epidemiology of injuries in athletesThe scientific evidence and relevance to athletesNutrition to prevent and treat muscle injuriesNutrition to prevent and treat bone injuriesNutrition to prevent and...
Thu, 06 Apr 2023 - 228 - "Restricting Carbs and its Impact on Physical Activity & Metabolism" with Prof Javier Gonzalez
Episode 185 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Restricting Carbs and its Impact on Physical Activity & Metabolism" with Professor Javier Gonzalez PhD (University of Bath, UK)Discussion Topics Include:Fuel use and changes during activity and restBlood sugar and insulin responses to sugar and carbohydrate restrictionSugar restriction and blood lactate concentrationsFat oxidation rates after various types o...
Thu, 30 Mar 2023 - 227 - "Plant-Based Sports Nutrition" with Professor Enette Larson-Meyer
Episode 184 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Plant-Based Sports Nutrition" with Professor Enette Larson-Meyer PhD RD (Virginia Tech, VA, USA)Discussion Topics Include:Defining "plant-based nutrition"Benefits of a plant-based diet and special considerations for athletesNutrient absorption issues with plant-based dietsREDs risks and getting adequate calories from plant-based foodsImpact of plant-based diets on tra...
Fri, 09 Dec 2022 - 226 - "Hormones, Health and Human Potential" with Dr Nicky Keay
Episode 183 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Hormones, Health and Human Potential" with Dr Nicky Keay MB BChir MRCP (Honorary Clinical Lecturer, Division of Medicine, University College London, UK).Discussion Topics Include:How hormones play a crucial role in determining healthHow hormone networks provide the feedback mechanism by which our lifestyle and behaviours enable us to reach our personal (and athl...
Thu, 01 Dec 2022 - 225 - "Advising Nutritional Supplements" with Dr Floris Wardenaar
Episode 182 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Advising Nutritional Supplements" with Dr Floris Wardenaar PhD (Arizona State University, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Considerations on how sports health professionals perceive and prescribe nutritional supplementsResearch into self-reported knowledge and attitudes on nutritional supplements and third-party testing Conveying the most appropriate knowledg...
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 - 224 - "Flexible Dieting" with Alan Aragon MS
Episode 181 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Flexible Dieting" with Alan Aragon MS (California State University, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Origins and evolution of flexible dieting as a field-tested method for achieving optimal body composition, health and performanceWhy the public are confused as to what we should eat, and why even experts disagree with each otherWhy scientific literacy is necessary to nav...
Sat, 12 Nov 2022 - 223 - "Physiological and Nutritional Considerations for Training & Body Composition in Females" with Professor Abbie Smith-Ryan
Episode 180 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Physiological & Nutritional Considerations for Training and Body Composition in Females" with Professor Abbie Smith-Ryan (University of North Carolina, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Gender as an important contextual consideration in training and nutrition recommendations for exercising femalesResearch on females relevant to sport and exercise science and nutritio...
Thu, 03 Nov 2022 - 222 - "In the Trenches with a Performance Nutritionist" featuring Matt Jones MSc SENR
Episode 179 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "In the Trenches with a Performance Nutritionist" with featuring Matt Jones MSc SENR, Nutrition Consultant with West Ham United FC and the Scottish FA (UK).Discussion Topics Include:Matt's unique education pathway and career journey to his current role as a Nutrition Consultant with West Ham United FC and the Scottish FA.Reflections on standout moments over the y...
Fri, 28 Oct 2022 - 221 - "Sleep and the Athlete" with Professor Neil Walsh
Episode 178 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Sleep and the Athlete" with Professor Neil Walsh (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:What is sleep, and why do we need itMethods to assess sleep quantity & quality: from the sleep lab to wearablesSleep and athlete health & performanceStrategies to improve sleep (from "sleep hygiene" to nutrition)The "sleep toolbox" for practitioner...
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 - 220 - "In the Kitchen with a Performance Chef" with Chef Rachel Muse
Episode 177 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "In the Kitchen with a Performance Chef" with Chef Rachel Muse (Talk Eat Laugh, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Chef Rachel's journey from studying mathematics to becoming a highly trained chef: from luxury hotel "haute cuisine" to working as a private chef to elite football playersThe private performance chef's perspective on performance nutrition: "science to...
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 - 219 - "Sport Supplements and the Athlete's Gut" with Dr Patrick Wilson PhD
Episode 176 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Sport Supplements and the Athlete's Gut" with Dr Patrick Wilson RD PhD (Old Dominion University, Norfolk, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Why a well-functioning gut is a key, albeit sometimes overlooked, contributor to athlete performance and healthSupplements purported to enhance gut function with exercise (probiotics, glutamine, bovine colostrum, other potential GI b...
Sat, 01 Oct 2022 - 218 - "Muscle Glycogen in Elite Soccer" with Professor Magni Mohr
Episode 175 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Glycogen in Elite Soccer" with Professor Magni Mohr PhD (University of Southern Denmark).Discussion Topics Include:Review of what we know, and likely don't know regarding muscle glycogen and football performance, fatigue, and recoveryPhysiological loading, end-game fatigue and glycogen depletion in soccerMuscle glycogen and potential fatiguing mechanismsImplica...
Thu, 29 Sep 2022 - 217 - "Nutrition Considerations to Optimize Performance in Paralympic Athletes" with Dr Elizabeth Broad
Episode 174 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition Considerations to Optimize Performance in Paralympic Athletes" with Dr Elizabeth Broad (Australia).Discussion Topics Include:Defining the "Paralympic Athlete"Impairment types commonly found in Paralympic athletesFactors affecting nutrition status and performanceNeeds analysis considerations and practical factors in Para Athletes: Why context matters"In the t...
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 - 216 - "CHO Feeding Formats: Impact on CHO Oxidation During Exercise" with Dr Mark Hearris
Episode 173 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "CHO Feeding Formats: Impact on CHO Oxidation During Exercise" with Dr Mark Hearris (Liverpool John Moores University, and The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Review of what we know about Carbohydrate (CHO) availability and utilisation during exerciseEffects of CHO delivery form on exogenous CHO53 oxidation, gastrointestinal discomfort...
Thu, 19 May 2022 - 215 - "Nutrition for Female Athletes" with Professor Kirsty Elliot-Sale and Dr José Areta
Episode 172 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition for Female Athletes" with Professor Kirsty Elliot-Sale PhD (Manchester Metropolitan University, UK) and Dr José Areta PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK.Discussion Topics Include:Defining "Female Athletes"Males as default sex for studies in sports nutrition: the issuesThe available evidence: Quantity vs qualityPhysiological, endocrinological, and meta...
Tue, 10 May 2022 - 214 - "Gluten-Free Diets, FODMAPs and Athletes" with Dr Dana Lis
Episode 171 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Gluten-Free Diets, FODMAPs and Athletes" with Dr Dana Lis PhD RD (Summit Sports Nutrition, Canada).Discussion Topics Include:Defining Gluten-Free Diets and FODMAPsGastrointestinal Symptoms (GIS) in ExerciseDietary Strategies to Reduce GISCommercial Hype Versus Reality: Our Current Scientific Understanding of Gluten and Athletic PerformanceGluten‑Free Diet (GFD) Consid...
Sat, 19 Mar 2022 - 213 - "Nutrient Timing and Metabolic Regulation" with Professor James Betts
Episode 170 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrient Timing and Metabolic Regulation" with Professor James Betts PhD (University of Bath, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Defining the concept of "Nutrient Timing"The mammalian circadian timing system: Metabolic ClocksRhythms in macronutrient metabolism, energy expenditure, and appetite regulationNutrient Timing: Extended overnight fasting, Intermittent fastin...
Thu, 03 Mar 2022 - 212 - "Food First, But Not Food Only" with Professor Graeme Close
Episode 169 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Food First, But Not Food Only" with Professor Graeme Close PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Defining the concept of "Food First" Why a food first approach is important in performance and health focussed nutritionWhy context mattersThe 'food first not food only' approach to sport nutritionExample situations where performance may...
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 - 211 - "In The Trenches" with Aimee-Ellen O'Keeffe MSc SENR
Episode 168 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "In The Trenches" with Aimee-Ellen O'Keeffe MSc SENR, Performance Nutritionist, Manchester United Women Football Club (UK).Discussion Topics Include:Aimee-Ellen's unique education pathway and career journey to her current role as Performance Nutritionist at Manchester United Women Football Club.Reflections on standout moments over the years , that have helped shape her...
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 - 210 - "Football Nutrition: Science to Practice" with Professor Michael Gleeson
Episode 167 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Football Nutrition" with Professor Michael Gleeson, Loughborough University (UK).Discussion Topics Include:Football (Soccer) as a global gameWhy nutrition matters in footballPhysiological and associated nutritional demands of footballNutrition and impact on training, match day performance, and recoveryScience to practice: keys to bridging the gapSpecial considerations...
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 - 209 - "The Performance Nutritionist: In The Trenches" with Dr James Morehen
Episode 166 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "The Performance Nutritionist: In The Trenches" with Dr James Morehen PhD (UK).Discussion Topics Include:What is a "Performance Nutritionist"Dr Morehen's Career Navigation in Academia, Research, and Applied PracticeSome Standout Moments Which Have Defined ThemKey Characteristics Required in to Work as a Performance NutritionistInfluential Factors Impacting a Succe...
Tue, 28 Dec 2021 - 208 - "Plant-Based and Vegan Diets in Sport & Exercise" with Dr Nanci Guest
Episode 165 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Plant-Based and Vegan Diets in Sport & Exercise" with Dr Nanci Guest (The University of Toronto, Canada).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Plant-Based and Vegan Diets in Exercise and SportDefining "Plant-Based", "Plant-Focussed", "Vegan", "Vegetarian" diets etcPlant-Based Diets and Impact on Athlete Health and PerformanceFacts vs Myths as it relates to Plant-B...
Mon, 20 Dec 2021 - 207 - "High Protein Diets: In Context" with Professor Kevin Tipton
Episode 164 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "High Protein Diets: In Context" with Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of High Protein Nutrition ResearchScience communication and translational issues: terms such as "hi / low protein"Potential contexts for high protein intake: Muscle hypertrophy, Hypoenergetic weight loss, Recovery from intense exe...
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 - 206 - "Body Composition Methods in Applied Sport Practice" with Prof Graeme Close and Prof Kevin Tipton
Episode 163 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Body Composition Methods in Applied Sport Practice" with Professor Graeme Close (Liverpool John Moores University, UK) and Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Body Composition and its Importance to Athlete Health and PerformanceAn Overview of Measurement Methodologies That Can Be Used in Applied Spo...
Mon, 23 Aug 2021 - 205 - "Protein and Weight Loss in Exercisers & Athletes" with Professor Kevin Tipton
Episode 162 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Protein and Weight Loss in Exercisers & Athletes" with Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of the concept of weight loss, energy balance, caloric restriction and impact on training adaptations and performanceGeneral weight loss vs quality weight loss: importance of body composition focussed strateg...
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 - 204 - "In the Trenches" with Charles Ashford MSc SENR
Episode 161 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss being "In the Trenches" of elite sports nutrition practice with Charles Ashford MSc SENR (Director of Sports Nutrition, University of North Texas, USA).Discussion Topics Include:General background and reflections on Charles's career to date: UK to USALessons and learnings from working in elite US collegiate FootballLessons and learnings from working in a US colle...
Fri, 07 May 2021 - 203 - "Ramadan and Sports Performance: A Sports Nutritionist's Perspective" with Mohamed Saad MSc SENR
Episode 160 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Ramadan and Sports Performance: A Sports Nutritionist's Perspective" with Mohamed Saad MSc SENR (Leading Sports Nutritionist, Kingdom of Bahrain).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Ramadan and fastingSleep considerationsEffects of Ramadan fasting on performance and competitionNutrition considerations during RamadanTotal amount of energy and type of macro nutrient i...
Fri, 23 Apr 2021 - 202 - "Exercise Induced Muscle Damage: What is it, what causes it and what are the nutritional solutions?" with Dr Daniel Owens and Professor Kevin Tipton
Episode 159 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage: What is it, what causes it and what are the nutritional solutions?" with Dr Daniel Owens PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK) Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Exercise Induced Muscle Damage (EIMD)The evidence to date on EIMD: Why some of the research sh...
Thu, 15 Apr 2021 - 201 - "BCAA Supplementation for Enhancing Muscular Strength and Hypertrophy" with Professor Kevin Tipton
Episode 158 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "BCAA Supplementation for Enhancing Muscular Strength and Hypertrophy" with Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) as a popular supplement in sport and exercise nutritionBCAA s integral importance for skeletal muscle protein metabolismPhysiological roles and characteris...
Thu, 08 Apr 2021 - 200 - "In the Trenches" with Rich Chessor MSc SENR
Episode 157 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss being "In the Trenches" of elite sports nutrition practice with Rich Chessor MSc SENR (Performance Nutritionist and Physical Performance Lead, British Swimming, UK).Discussion Topics Include:General background and reflections on Rich's career to dateLessons and learnings from working in elite rugbyMoving from a team sport to an individual sportLessons and learnin...
Mon, 05 Apr 2021 - 199 - "Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Impact on Physical Training & Performance" with Dr Chris McGlory and Professor Kevin Tipton
Episode 156 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Impact on Physical Training & Performance" with Dr Chris McGlory PhD (Queen’s University, Canada) and Professor Kevin Tipton PhD (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of omega-3 fatty acidsOmega-3 Fatty Acids on Skeletal Muscle Protein TurnoverBenefits of consuming omega-3 fatty acids: from health t...
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 - 198 - "Probiotic Supplementation and Athletes" with Dr Jamie Pugh
Episode 155 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Probiotic Supplementation and Athletes" with Dr Jamie Pugh PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Probiotics, Prebiotics, Gut Microbiota, the Microbiome etc: from general population to elite athletesHow probiotics can benefit the host, and why this potentially matters to some athletesProbiotic supplementation and GI distress a...
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 - 197 - "Nutrient Timing: A Garage Door of Opportunity?" with Professor Shawn Arent
Episode 154 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Exercise & Nutrition" with "Nutrient Timing: A Garage Door of Opportunity?" with Professor Shawn Arent (University of South Carolina, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Defining Nutrient Timing and Related Body of ResearchWhy Nutrient Timing is such a Nuanced Topic, and why its Importance is Highly Context DependentNutrient timing as Dieta...
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 - 196 - "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Response to Exercise & Nutrition" with Professor Kevin Tipton
Episode 153 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Protein Synthesis and Exercise & Nutrition" with Professor Kevin Tipton (The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Defining Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS)Acute MPS and Muscle Hypertrophy: The Relevance and UncertaintyMPS is not just Hypertrophy, but also Remodelling and RapairTraining Status and MPSMethods of MeasurementMethodolo...
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 - 195 - "Beta-Alanine Supplementation and Exercise Capacity & Performance" with Prof Craig Sale and Dr Bryan Saunders
Episode 152 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Beta Alanine Supplementation and Exercise Capacity & Performance" with Professor Craig Sale (Nottingham Trent University, UK) and Dr Bryan Saunders (University of Sao Paulo, Brazil).Discussion Topics Include:How and why Carnosine plays an important role in protecting against pH changes in skeletal muscleHow and why high-intensity exercise leads to a reduction in m...
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 - 194 - "Making Weight in Combat Sports" with Dr Carl Langan-Evans and Joseph Matthews PhD(c)
Episode 151 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Making Weight in Combat Sports" with Dr Carl Langan-Evans (Liverpool John Moores University, UK) and Joseph Matthews PhD(c) (Nottingham Trent University / Birmingham City University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Combat Sports and weight classifications"Extreme Rapid Weight Loss" and "Rapid Weight Gain" in combat sportsMetabolic regulation and exercise phy...
Thu, 21 Jan 2021 - 193 - "Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise" with Professor Kevin Tipton
Episode 150 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Protein Breakdown in Response to Nutrition and Exercise" with Professor Kevin Tipton PhD (UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Muscle Protein Breakdown (MPB) as an important metabolic component of muscle remodelling, adaptation to training, and increasing muscle mass.Role of resistance exercise on MPB and Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS).Practical nutri...
Wed, 02 Dec 2020 - 192 - "Vitamin D and the Athlete" with Dr Daniel Owens PhD
Episode 149 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Vitamin D and the Athlete" with Dr Daniel Owens PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of Vitamin D and its unique characteristicsWhy Vitamin D is one of the most "on trend" sports supplements used by elite and recreational athletesFrom health to performance: The biological influences of Vitamin D (incl. immunity, bone, and muscl...
Sat, 28 Nov 2020 - 191 - "Relative Energy Deficiency: Research to Practice" with Dr Nicky Keay
Episode 148 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Relative Energy Deficiency: Research to Practice" with Dr Nicky Keay BA, MA (Cantab), MB BChir, MRCP (Honorary Fellow, Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Durham University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:Relative Energy Deficiency: an overview and background to RED-sEnergy availability and impact on health and performanceRecognising relative energy deficiency: ...
Fri, 13 Nov 2020 - 190 - "Creatine Myths and Common Questions" with Dr Scott Forbes PhD
Episode 147 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Creatine Myths and Common Questions" with Dr Scott Forbes PhD (Brandon University, Canada).Discussion Topics Include:Creatine: a brief overview of the science and the mythsWhy creatine has become such a popular supplementThe evidence base behind creatine use in exercise science and health promotion (i.e. muscle mass, strength and power, age, gender, clinical uses etc)...
Fri, 06 Nov 2020 - 189 - Episode 46 - 'Science, Pseudoscience & Day To Day Basics in Sports Nutrition' with Joseph Agu MSc
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
Fri, 20 Mar 2015 - 188 - Episode 45 - 'Carbohydrate Periodization' with Trent Stellingwerff PhD
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 PeriodizationAdaptations to Low Carb TrainingCarbohydrates and PerformanceMolecular Biology Factors in Carbohydrate PeriodizationGlycogen Depletion RatesAssessing Carbohydrate NeedCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things perform...
Mon, 16 Mar 2015 - 187 - Episode 44 - 'Nutrition, Physical Activity and Immunity' with Glen Davison PhD
Episode 44 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Nutrition, Physical Activity and Immunity' with Glen Davison PhD, School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Kent, UK. In this session we get into:The Immune SystemPhysical Activity and ImmunityImmunosenescenceNutrition and ImmunityNutritional Interventions and ImmunityCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance nutrition at www.GuruPerfor...
Wed, 11 Mar 2015 - 186 - Episode 43 - 'Insights, Caveats & Do You Even Science?' with Martin MacDonald MSc
Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring Martin MacDonald MSc, (www.Mac-Nutrition.com). Martin and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Insights, Caveats and Do You Even Science'. Martin will also be speaking on 'Drug Free Strength Athletes' Diet Secrets of Olympians' 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.GuruPerf...
Thu, 05 Mar 2015 - 185 - Episode 42 - 'Mechanisms of Muscle Hypertrophy' with Brad Schoenfeld PhD
Episode 42 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' Podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Mechanisms of Muscle Hypertrophy' with Brad Schoenfeld PhD, USA. In this session we get into:Types of HypertrophySatellite Cells and Muscle HypertrophyMyogenic PathwaysHormones and Cytokines (i.e. Testosterone, Growth Hormone, Insulin-LikeGrowth Factor)Cell SwellingHypoxiaExercise Induced Muscle HypertrophyTraining Variables and Muscle Hypertrophy (i.e. Reps, Rest periods, failure etc)Prac...
Fri, 27 Feb 2015 - 184 - Episode 41 - 'Calorie Focused Thinking' with Sean Lucan MD MPS MS
Episode 41 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Calorie Focussed Thinking' with Sean Lucan MD MPS MS, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, USA. In this session we get into:The problem with the idea of calorie equivalencyA 'calorie is a calorie', or is it?Eat less, move more?Trying to intervene on calories is inplausable and inconvenientA more nuanced-thinking approach to obesity & related diseasesCheckout our other podcast...
Sun, 22 Feb 2015 - 183 - Episode 40 - 'Why Your Diet is Doomed to Fail' with Layne Norton PhD
Episode 40 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Why Your Diet Is Doomed To Fail' with Layne Norton PhD (www.BioLayne.com). In this session we get into:Definition of 'Diet'Habits & BehavioursIdealistic Vs PragmaticLifestyle Vs DietMetabolic Adaptation ('Metabolic Damage')Practical Strategies for a Successful 'Diet'For more details about the regular 'We Do Science' Podcast & episodes; please go to www.GuruPerformance.com
Tue, 17 Feb 2015 - 182 - Episode 39 - 'What Makes a Diet Work' with Alan Aragon MS
Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring Alan Aragon MS, (www.AlanAragon.com). Alan and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'What Makes a Diet Work'. He will also be debating Gary Taubes 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
Fri, 13 Feb 2015 - 180 - Episode 37: 'Insulin Is Not The Bad Guy' with James Krieger MSc
Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring James Krieger MSc, (www.weightology.net). James and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Insulin Is Not The Bad Guy' which he will also be presenting on 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
Fri, 06 Feb 2015 - 179 - Episode 36 - 'The Hormone Hypothesis' with Professor Stu Phillips
Episode 36 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'The Hormone Hypothesis' with Professor Stu Phillips PhD, McMaster University, Canada. In this session we get into:Hormones and adaptations to resistance exerciseHormones and Muscle Protein SynthesisTestosterone, Growth Hormone, and IGF-1CortisolRelevance of post exercise hormone responsesDo 'anabolic' hormones play a significant role in hypertrophy?Checkout our other podcasts, vi...
Tue, 03 Feb 2015 - 178 - Episode 35 - 'Glycemic Index: Body Composition & Performance' with Professor Emma Stevenson
Episode 35 of the Guru Performance 'WeDo Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss'Glycemic Index, Body Composition & Performance' with ProfessorEmma Stephenson, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, NorthumbriaUniversity, UK. In this session we get into:Glycemic Index (GI)Gycemic LoadGI and Fat OxidationGI and Body CompositionGI and PerformanceGI and HealthCheckout our other podcasts, video blogsand articles on all things performance nutrition atwww.GuruPerformanc...
Mon, 02 Feb 2015 - 177 - Episode 34 - 'Nutrient Priming & the Protein Synthetic Response' with D. Lee Hamilton PhD
Episode 34 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Nutrient Priming & the Protein Synthetic Response' with D. Lee Hamilton PhD, University of Stirling, Scotland (www.sports.stir.ac.uk). In this session we get into:Protein Synthetic ResponsemTORC1Interference Effect / Concurrent TrainingExercise Induced Activation of mTORC1Context of mTORC ActivationImportance of Muscle Protein Breakdown in ActivationRole of Training, Food, an...
Wed, 28 Jan 2015 - 176 - Episode 33 - 'Neurobiology of Obesity' with Stephan Guyenet PhD
Episode 33 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Neurobiology of Obesity' with Stephan Guyenet PhD, (www.WholeHealthSource.com). In this session we get into:What is ObesityCommon Theories of ObesityNeurobiology of ObesityLeptin & GrehlinEnergy & Nutrient SensingProtein, Fat & Carbohydrates and Appetite RegulationCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance nutrition at www.Gur...
Wed, 21 Jan 2015 - 175 - Episode 32 - 'Fluid Balance & Performance' with Ben Jones PhD
Episode 32 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Fluid Balance and Performance' with Ben Jones PhD, Leeds Beckett University, UK. In this session we get into:What is Fluid BalanceRelevance of Hydration to performanceFluid Balance PhysiologyFactors that influcence & regulate fluide loss. gain and balanceFluid Balance Research: what we currently know and don't knowOptimising Fluid BalanceCheckout our other podcasts, video blo...
Tue, 20 Jan 2015 - 174 - Episode 31 - 'High Intensity Interval Training' with Professor Martin Gibala
Episode 31 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'High Intensity Interval Training' with Professor Martin Gibala PhD, Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University, Canada. In this session we get into:Definition of High Interval Training (HIIT)Physiological and Metabolic Adaptations to HIITHIIT & Molecular SignalingHIIT and Metabolic / Cardiometabolic DisordersHIIT and Body CompositionHIIT and PerformanceCheckout our other ...
Tue, 13 Jan 2015 - 173 - Episode 30 - 'Applied Sports Nutrition Research & Education' with Scott Robinson MSc CISSN
Episode 30 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Applied Sports Nutrition Research & Education' with my colleague at Guru Performance: Scott Robinson MSc CISSN - also Doctoral researcher at University of Birmingham, UK. In this session we get into:Applied Sports Nutrition Research - Our new JACSSES BASES Case StudyFrom Research to PracticeThe Real World - ContextThe ISSN DiplomaCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs ...
Sat, 03 Jan 2015 - 172 - Episode 29 - ' Integrating Science with Practice in S&C' with Bret Contreras MS CSCS
Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring Bret Contreras MS CSCS, (www.BretContreras.com). Bret and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Integrating Science with Practice in Strength & Conditioning' which he will also be presenting on 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
Thu, 18 Dec 2014 - 171 - Episode 28 - 'Training and Nutrition To Maintain Muscle in Endurance Athletes' with Mike Ormsbee PhD
Episode 28 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Training and Nutrition Strategies To Maintain Muscle in Endurance Athletes' with Mike Ormsbee PhD FISSN - Assistant Professor at Florida State University (www.MikeOrmsbee.com). In this session we get into:Endurance athletes: what we knowBody composition & endurance performanceResistance training & endurance performanceNutrition strategies to maintain muscleSupplements to suppo...
Wed, 17 Dec 2014 - 170 - Episode 27 - 'Triathlete Wellness' with Dr Tamsin Lewis
Episode 27 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Triathlete Wellness' with Dr Tamsin Lewis, Medical Doctor and Professional Triathlete (www.SportieDoc.com). In this session we get into:Triathlon, what is it?Triathlon training loadsHealth issues in TriathletesOver-trainingDiet & TriathlonFemale Triathete health concernsWellness factors for TriathletesCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance ...
Mon, 15 Dec 2014 - 169 - Episode 26 - 'Carbohydrates, Insulin & Obesity' with Gary Taubes
Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring Gary Taubes, Scientific Investigative Journalist and NY Times bestselling author (www.GaryTaubes.com). Gary and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Carbohydrates, Insulin & Obesity' which he will also be presenting on 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.GuruPerformanc...
Thu, 11 Dec 2014 - 168 - Episode 25 - 'Strategic Nutrition Coaching for Bodybuilders' with Alberto Nunez
Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring Alberto Nunez (Bodybuilding Coach). Alberto and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss Strategic Nutrition Coaching for Bodybuidling which he will also be presenting on 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
Thu, 04 Dec 2014 - 167 - Episode 24 - 'Muscle Anabolic Potential of Leucine' with Leigh Breen PhD
Episode 24 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Muscle Anabolic Potential of Leucine' with Dr Leigh Breen, University of Birmingham School of Sport, Exercise & Rehabilitation Science. In this session we get into:Muscle Protein SynthensisMetabolic Basis of HypertrophyTranslational Control of uscle Protein SynthesisLeucine's role in MPS / HypertrophyLeucine: Source, Dose, Frequency & Timing factorsCheckout our other podcasts,...
Fri, 28 Nov 2014 - 166 - Episode 23 - 'Cholesterol' with Dr Spencer Nadolsky
Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring Dr Spencer Nadolsky DO (Osteopathic Medical Physician / www.drspencer.com). Spencer and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss Cholesterol which he will also be presenting on 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
Tue, 25 Nov 2014 - 165 - Episode 22 - 'EPIC FITNESS SUMMIT' Special Edition with Menno Henselmans MSc
Special edition 'Epic Fitness Summit' episode featuring Menno Henselmans MSc (www.bayesianbodybuilding.com). Menno and I (Laurent Bannock) discuss the topics he will be presenting (Nutrient Timing, Meal Frequency & Training Intensity) 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
Fri, 21 Nov 2014 - 164 - Episode 21 - 'The Placebo Effect in Sports Nutrition' with Mayur Ranchordas DProf CISSN
Episode 21 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'The Placebo Effect' with Dr Mayur Ranchordas, Senior Lecturer & Performance Nutritionist at the Academy of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield University, UK. In this session we get into:What is a 'placebo' effectThe power of placeboNocebo effectPlacebo effects in sports & exercise nutritionPractical implications in applied practiceCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs a...
Tue, 18 Nov 2014 - 163 - Episode 20 - 'Unleashing The Power Of Food' with Kevin Currell PhD
Episode 20 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Unleashing The Power of Food' with Dr Kevin Currell, Head of Performance Nutrition at the English Institute of Sport (www.EIS2Win.co.uk). In this session we get into:The diffreemce between winning and losing in elite sportThe Power of food in performanceElite athletes as 'outliers'Performance Nutritionists as 'Scientists' or 'Engineers'?Key knowledge and skills requred to work as...
Wed, 12 Nov 2014 - 162 - Episode 18 - 'Protein Nutrition & Critical Appraisal' with Professor Kevin Tipton
Episode 18 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Protein Nutrition & Critical Appraisal' with Professor Kevin Tipton (University of Stirling, UK). In this session we get into:Protein Need for Active PeopleAssessing & Reccomending Protein IntakeProtein Safety & ToxicityProtein, Insulin & Blood GlucoseProtein ResearchCritical Appraisal of Research & PublicationsCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs and arti...
Tue, 21 Oct 2014 - 161 - Episode 17 - 'Carbohydrates' with James Morton PhD
Episode 17 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Carbohydrates' with James Morton PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK). In this session we get into:Why we need carbohydratesHow carbohydrates influence performanceCarbohydrates as fuelCarbohydrates and signallingLow carbohydrate performance'Train Low, Train High, Sleep Low' etcCarbohydrates and body compositionPeriodisation & timing of carbohydratesKeto adaptation'...
Thu, 16 Oct 2014 - 160 - Episode 16 - 'Creatine' with Craig Sale PhD
Episode 16 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Creatine' with Craig Sale PhD (Nottingham Trent University). In this session we get into:What is Creatine?How Creatine worksSafety of CreatineEvidence behind creatine (performance & health)Using CreatineCreatine variants & scamsCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance nutrition at www.GuruPerformance.com
Sat, 04 Oct 2014 - 159 - Episode 15 - 'Nutrition Coaching & Nutritional Agnosticism' with Brian Ste. Pierre MS RD CSCS
Episode 15 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Nutrition Coaching & Nutritional Agnosticism' with Brian Ste. Pierre MS RD CSCS CISSN - responsible for content and education at Precision Nutrition (www.PrecisionNutrition.com). In this session we get into:From science to practicePramatism in nutritionNutrition coachingNutritional dogmatismHabit & behaviour modificationEvidence based reseources for nutrition co...
Tue, 30 Sep 2014 - 158 - Episode 14 - 'Protein Supplement Scams' with Shawn Wells MS RD CISSN
Episode 14 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Protein Supplement Scams' with Shawn Wells MS RD CISSN. In this session we get into:Protein (and other product) supplement scamsNitrogen spiking of protein supplementsSourcing of productsFormulation concernsBatch testingCheckout our other podcasts, video blogs and articles on all things performance nutrition at www.GuruPerformance.com
Thu, 25 Sep 2014 - 157 - Episode 13 - 'Nutrition for Bodybuilding Contest Preparation' with Eric Helms, Alan Aragon, & Peter Fitschen
Episode 13 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Nutrition for Bodybuilding Contect Preparation' with Eric Helms (AUT University, NZ), Alan Aragon (California State University, USA), and Peter Fitschen (University of Illinois, USA). In this session we get into:What is bodybuilding contest preparation?Evidence currently availableCalories and macronutrients for competitionDetermining macronutrient intakeKetogenic diets and individual ...
Tue, 16 Sep 2014 - 156 - Episode 12 - 'Vitamin D' with Graeme Close PhD
Episode 12 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Vitamin D' with Graham Close PhD - Senior Lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University (UK) and Sports Nutrition Consultant (@CloseNutrition). In this session we get into:What is Vitamin DSources of Vitamin D (Sunlight, food etc)Health benefits of Vitamin DPerformance benefits of Vitamin DSupplementing issues & Vitamin DPharmacokinetics of Vitamin DVitamin D testingCheck...
Wed, 27 Aug 2014 - 155 - Episode 11 - 'Metabolic Efficiency' with Bob Seebohar MS RD CSCS
Episode 11 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Metabolic Efficiency' with Bob Seebohar MS RD CSCS - Sport Ditetian, Exercise Physiologist, and former Sports Dietitian, US Olymoic Comittee (www.Fuel4Mance.com). In this session we get into:What is Metabolic Efficiency?The Brooks Crossover ConceptSubstrate (Fuel) Utilisation ConceptsWhy Be More 'Metabolically Efficient'?Performance and Health BenefitsHow To Test Metabolic Effici...
Sat, 16 Aug 2014 - 154 - Episode 10 'Protein Overfeeding & Nutritional Pragmatism' with Jose Antonio PhD
Episode 10 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Protein Overfeeding' and 'Nutritional Pragmatism' with Jose Antonio PhD FISSN CSCS - CEO of the International Society for Sports Nutrition and Professor of Exercise & Sports Science at Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USA. In this session we get into:Protein Overfeeding - why do the study?Benefits of increased / high protein intakeProtein and body compositionNutrient t...
Fri, 08 Aug 2014 - 153 - Episode 9 - 'Supplement Science' with Kamal Patel MPH
Episode 9 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Supplement Science' with Kamal Patel MPH, Nutrition Researcher from John Hopkins University and director of Examine.com - the indpendent encylopedia on supplementation and nutrition (www.Examine.com). In this session we get into:Scientific evidence behind supplementsSupplement study issuesSupplements that work, supplements that don'tHuman vs animal vs petri dish studiesPharma...
Sun, 03 Aug 2014 - 152 - Episode 8 - 'Nutrient Timing & Evidence Based Nutrition' with Alan Aragon MS and Brad Schoenfeld PhD
Episode 8 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Nutrient Timing' & 'Evidence Based Nutrition' with Alan Aragon MS (www.AlanAragon.com) and Brad Schoenfeld PhD (www.LookGreatNaked.com). In this session we get into:What is Nutrient Timing?Glycogen RepletionProtein Needs & TimingThe Anabolic WindowPractical Reccomendations for Nutrient TimingPseudo-science Vs Evidence-based Nutrition & Exercise ScienceCheckout our other pod...
Sat, 26 Jul 2014 - 151 - Episode 7 - 'Calories' with William Lagakos PhD
Episode 7 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss 'Calories' with Bill Lagakos PhD (Nutritional Biochemistry and Physiology Researcher & Consultant - www.caloriesproper.com). In this session we get into:What is a Calorie?Laws of ThermodynamicsBiochemistry & Physiology relevance of caloriesCalories in, Calories Out theory (CICO)Energy / Nutrient PartitioningThe fate of calories in human metabolismBiochemical and I...
Wed, 23 Jul 2014 - 150 - Episode 5 - 'Protein' with Prof Stu Phillips and Prof Kevin Tipton
Episode 5 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science'podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss'Protein' with Professor Stu Phillips (McMasterUniversity) and Professor Kevin Tipton (University ofSterling). In this session we get into:Protein & it's role in the bodyHow much protein do we really need?Protein TimingProtein SpacingMuscle Protein SynthesisProtein & Metabolic HealthProtein MythsThe Anabolic WindowImportance of Protein QualityCheckout our other podcasts,...
Thu, 10 Jul 2014 - 149 - Episode 4 - 'Metabolic Adaptation' with Layne Norton PhD and Abbie Smith-Ryan PhD
Episode 4 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss Metabolic Adaptation with Layne Norton PhD (www.BioLayne.com) and Abbie Smith-Ryan PhD (http://exss.unc.edu/faculty-staff/abbie-smith). In this session we get into:Metabolic Adaptation to weight loss: implications for the athleteMetabolic Adaptation: An overviewEndocrine Response to an Energy DeficitWeight Loss and Metabolic RateMetabolic Efficiency: good or bad for fat loss?RefeedsReve...
Mon, 30 Jun 2014 - 148 - Episode 3 - 'Metabolic Flexibility' with Mike T Nelson PhD
Episode 3 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss Metabolic Flexibility (ability of the cell to switch between substrates namely glucose and fatty acids) with Mike T Nelson (www.miketnelson.com). In this session we get into:Metabolic Flexibility (MetFlex)Metabolic InflexibilityMetFlex role in health, body composition and performanceNutrition, Diet & Lifestyle factors that influence MetFlexWhat is the best piece of advice you can gi...
Thu, 26 Jun 2014 - 147 - Episode 2 - Q&A with Scott Robinson MSc CISSN
Episode 2 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss a number of important current topics in sports and exercise nutrition with Scott Robinson, my colleague at Guru Performance and University of Birmingham Doctoral researcher. In this session we get into: Meal Frequency - Does eating (for example) 2 vs. 6 meals per day influence body composition? HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) vs. LISS (Low Intensity Steady State) vs. resis...
Wed, 11 Jun 2014 - 146 - Episode 1 - Q&A with Graeme Close PhD & James Morton PhD
The first episode of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode I (Laurent Bannock) discuss a number of important current topics in sports and exercise nutrition with top UK sports nutrition researchers and practitioners: Graeme Close PhD and James Morton PhD. In this session we get into: Should athletes avoid carbohydrates? What is fasted-state training? Can it improve body composition and performance Is there a post-exercise anabolic ‘window of opportunity’? How imp...
Sun, 01 Jun 2014 - 145 - #146 - "CBD for Athletes: Efficacious or Risky Business?" with Professor Graeme Close
Episode 146 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "CBD for Athletes: Efficacious or Risky Business?" with Professor Graeme Close PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK).Discussion Topics Include:What is Cannabidiol AKA "CBD"?Why is CBD of interest to athletes?The claims for CBD and the actual evidencePrevalence and rationale for use in sport such as professional rugbyCBD and anti-doping risksPractical advice and wa...
Fri, 17 Jul 2020 - 144 - #145 - "Nighttime Feeding: Impact on Body Composition & Performance" with Michael Ormsbee PhD
Episode 145 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nighttime Feeding: Impact on Body Composition & Performance" with Michael Ormsbee PhD (Florida State University, USA).Discussion Topics Include:Overview of nighttime feeding as a dietary strategy for health and performanceEffects of pre-sleep consumption of protein rich meals and snacks on body compositionEffects of pre-sleep consumption of carbohydrate-rich meals...
Fri, 26 Jun 2020 - 143 - #144 - "Dietary Nitrates and Physical Performance" with Professor Andrew Jones
Episode 144 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Dietary Nitrate and Physical Performance" with Professor Andrew Jones PhD (University of Exeter, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Overview of Nitric Oxide and Dietary Nitrates Dietary Nitrate supplementation as an ergogenic aid Current thinking on mechanisms of action Effects on muscle function and performance Physiological effects of dietary nitrate supplem...
Tue, 23 Jun 2020 - 142 - #143 - "The Athlete's Gut" with Patrick Wilson RD PhD
Episode 143 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "The Athlete's Gut" with Dr Patrick Wilson RD PhD (Old Dominion University, USA). Discussion Topics Include: Overview of gut function and effects of exercise: gut anatomy and physiology and relevant symptoms of dysfunction Nutrition and the athlete's gut: macronutrients, energy, fluids / hydration, sodium, training the gut, supplements Psychology and the ath...
Tue, 02 Jun 2020 - 141 - #142 - "Intermittent Dieting: Considerations for the Athlete" with Jackson Peos PhD(c)
Episode 142 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Intermittent Dieting: Considerations for the Athlete" with Jackson Peos PhD(c) (University of Western Australia). Discussion Topics Include: Overview, and research behind, dieting and energy restriction, in physique and performance focussed athletes Adaptive responses to energy restriction Intermittent energy restriction: an overview of effectiveness Impact of e...
Wed, 20 May 2020 - 140 - #141 - "Creatine Monohydrate: Exercise, Sport, and Health Applications" with Professor Darren Candow
Episode 141 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Creatine Monohydrate: Exercise, Sport, and Health Applications" with Professor Darren Candow (University of Regina, Canada). Discussion Topics Include: Creatine Monohydrate: An overview of the research Dietary and supplemental sources of creatine Metabolism and mechanisms of action Creatine as an ergogenic aid: strength, power, muscle hypertrophy, and endurance ...
Mon, 18 May 2020 - 139 - #140 - "Rugby League: Nutritional and Energetic Considerations" with James Morehen PhD
Episode 140 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Rugby League: Nutritional and Energetic Considerations" with Dr James Morehen PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Overview of Rugby League Growing, building and repairing elite rugby players: the performance nutritionists perspective Physical demands of a Rugby League player Body composition and function in Rugby Energy ex...
Wed, 13 May 2020 - 138 - #139 - "Exercise, Immune Function and Infection Risk" with Dr Richard Simpson
Episode 139 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Exercise, Immune Function and Infection Risk" with Dr Richard Simpson PhD (University of Arizona, USA). Discussion Topics Include: General introduction to exercise immunology and impact of exercise on the immune system Moderate exercise and impact on health promotion Arduous exercise and potential impact on immune suppression The open window hypothesis...
Sat, 09 May 2020 - 137 - #138 - "Ramadan Fasting & Performance: An Applied Perspective" with Matt Jones MSc
Episode 138 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Ramadan Fasting and Performance: An Applied Perspective" with Matt Jones MSc SENr (West Ham United FC and UAE Football Association). Discussion Topics Include: General introduction and experiences as a performance nutritionist working with athletes during Ramadan What is Ramadan and Ramadan fasting, and impact on nutrition habits and behaviours Reflecting o...
Sat, 02 May 2020 - 136 - #137 - "Menthol and Athletic Performance" with Russ Best PhD
Episode 137 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Menthol and Athletic Performance" with Dr Russ Best PhD (Waikato Institute of Technology, New Zealand). Discussion Topics Include: Overview of Menthol and athletic performance Internal application of Menthol and impact on physical capacity and performance External application of Menthol and impact on physical capacity and performance Mechanisms of acti...
Thu, 23 Apr 2020 - 135 - #136 - "Energy Availability: From Health to Performance" with Jose Areta PhD
Episode 136 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Energy Availability: From Health to Performance" with Jose Areta PhD, Liverpool John Moores University, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Energy Availability (EA): an overview Energy Balance, Energy Deficit, and Energy Availability EA and impact on training adaptions incl down-regulation of skeletal muscle protein synthesis and autophagy EA and impact on he...
Mon, 20 Apr 2020 - 134 - #135 - "The Microbiome: Mind the Gap" with Jens Walter PhD and Orla O'Sullivan PhD
Episode 135 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "The Microbiome" with Dr Jens Walter PhD (University College Cork, Ireland) and Dr Orla O'Sullivan PhD, Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ireland). Discussion Topics Include: The Microbiome: An overview Lifestyle-induced microbiome depletion and impact on health The "Fibre Gap": Low-fibre diet as a key driver of microbiome depletion Establishing what constitute...
Wed, 15 Apr 2020 - 133 - #134 - "Nutrition Behaviour Change for Professional Weight-Making Athletes" with Dan Martin PhD
Episode 134 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition Behaviour Change for Professional Weight-Making Athletes" with Dan Martin PhD, Liverpool John Moores University, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Dietary and weight-making practices in weight-making athletes Weight-cutting in the extreme life of professional jockeys Exploring a multi-faceted nutrition behaviour change intervention grounded in behaviour...
Sat, 04 Apr 2020 - 132 - #133 - "Dietary Behaviour Change in Athletes" with Meghan Bentley PhD(c)
Episode 133 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Dietary Behaviour Change in Athletes" with Meghan Bentley PhD(c), Carnegie School of Sport, Leeds Beckett University, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Introduction to behavioural science and behaviour change theory Implementation science and practice in sports nutrition Behavioural tools and theory relevant to sport and exercise nutrition Evidence-informed appro...
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