S2E19: Periodization, Concurrent Training & Nutrition for Powerlifters w Greg Nuckols MS(c)

SEASON 2, EPISODE #19

Dr. Bubbs sits down with Greg Nuckols MSc, exercise physiologist with special research interest in strength development and former world-record holding powerlifter. In this episode, Greg talks about the history and theory of periodization, and where theory meets practice in the application of the concept. He outlines concurrent training, the interference effect and factors to consider for strength and team sport athletes, as well as finding the root cause of an athlete’s inability to perform, overcoming training roadblocks in powerlifting, nutrition factors to consider for powerlifters and much, much more! 

About Greg Nuckols

Greg has over a decade of experience under the bar, a BSc in Exercise and Sports Science, and is working on a Masters in Exercise Physiology. Greg has also held 3 all-time world records in powerlifting in the 220 and 242 classes. His passion is making complex information more easily understandable for athletes, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts. Find out more at strongerbyscience.com and subscribe to his Monthly Applications in Strength Sport (MASS).

Research Articles

Macronutrient intake in Collegiate powerlifters participating in off season training

S2E2: Evolution of Sport Science, Big Data & Changing The Game w Dr. Fergus Connolly

SEASON 2, EPISODE #2

Dr. Bubbs interviews expert sport scientist and Director of Performance at the University of Michigan Dr. Fergus Connolly PhD. Fergus talks all things sports science; why we should start from the game itself and work backwards in sport science, a holistic, rather than reductionist view in performance sport, the value of upskilling staff versus adding more specialists, the importance of a “Human First” approach to athletes, how data is either useful, useless or interesting, and so much more. Terrific insights from one of the best in the business.

About Dr. Fergus Connolly

Perhaps the only person in the world who has worked at the highest levels of Premier League soccer, international rugby, the NBA, NFL, and NCAA - where he’s currently the Performance Director for Michigan Football. Fergus is also the author of the fantastic and unique book, Game Changer, which cuts through the hype and myths to show you what really works, sharing details of how the most elite teams from around the world apply the latest knowledge, research, sports science, and technology to achieve excellence. Follow Fergus on Twitter. 

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