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Israel Adesanya's Sports Scientist Tells All w/ Bill Smart (SSOF Ep 124)
Episode 123
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In this conversation, Bill and James explore the differences in training cultures between America and New Zealand, particularly in the context of strength and conditioning. They discuss the methodologies used in high-performance sports, especially in MMA, and the importance of testing protocols to optimize athlete performance. The conversation also touches on the challenges of training aging athletes and the evolving role of monitoring versus traditional testing in sports science.
Timestamps
01:06 Training Culture: New Zealand vs. America
03:51 Strength and Conditioning in Combat Sports
06:35 Testing Protocols for MMA Athletes
09:17 The Optimal Cadence Ergometer Explained
12:13 Philosophies from Angus Ross
15:18 The Role of Fascia in Performance
18:09Integrating Energy System Testing
24:18 Understanding VO2 Max and Its Implications
26:22 Strength Testing and Its Role in Programming
29:08 Jump Profiling: Insights and Applications
33:20 Integrating Data into Training Programs
38:58 Communicating with Coaches and Influencing Training
41:35 The Role of Psychological Factors in Performance
44:35 Individual Differences Among Athletes
46:12 Adapting Training for Aging Fighters
51:10Monitoring Training and Performance Trends
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