Best Firstbeat Sports Podcasts (2024)

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20: Data Driven Training in UFC – with Roman Fomin, Director of Sport Science at Ultimate Fighting Championship – Ep. 20 49:24

11M ago49:24

49:24

Roman Fomin is the Director of Sport Science at the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He is based at the UFC APEX, a state-of-the-art, 130,000-square-foot production facility in Las Vegas that opened in 2019. Roman has a Ph.D. in Physiology and more than 20 years of experience in sports science, technology, and performance. He has been with the UFC s…

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19: Optimizing Hydration, Salt Intake and Load Management with Professional Athletes – with Tamara Hew-Butler, Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology, Wayne State Warriors – Ep. 19 36:20

1y ago36:20

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Dr Tamara Hew-Butler is a podiatric physician and associate professor of Exercise and Sports Science at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Topics of this episode include hydration, internal and external load, salt intake and combining the art of coaching with science. Timestamps: Tamara’s background (1:40) Tamara’s thoughts and preference…

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18: Using Technology to Reduce Injuries – with Steve Chouinard, Associate Athletic Director for Health and Performance, Colgate Raiders – Ep. 18 24:49

1+ y ago24:49

24:49

Steve Chouinard is Associate Athletic Director for Health and Performance at Colgate Athletics. He has been promoted from head athletic trainer to his new leadership role overseeing health and performance but also physical education, recreation and outdoor education after serving 23 years within the department. While Chouinard previously worked wit…

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17: 5 Consecutive Championship Wins and the Growth of NCAA Ice Hockey - With Katie Delude, Northeastern University Women's Ice Hockey – Ep. 17 35:07

2y ago35:07

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Welcome to the Firstbeat Sports Podcast where we talk with coaches and sports scientists to explore the latest in performance monitoring and how it is making a difference in NCAA and pro sports alike. We’re going to connect you with practical advice from the best in the business to help you take your athletes to the next level. In this episode, we’…

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16: Real-time Training Guidance and Better Athlete Relationships - With Jaime Fernandez, University of Arizona Women's Basketball – Ep. 16 32:10

3y ago32:10

32:10

Welcome to the Firstbeat Sports Podcast where we talk with coaches and sports scientists to explore the latest in performance monitoring and how it is making a difference in NCAA and pro sports alike. We’re going to connect you with practical advice from the best in the business to help you take your athletes to the next level. On the line today is…

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15: From Club Team to Big 10 Champions - with Cam Davidson, Penn State Ice Hockey – Ep. 15 48:23

3+ y ago48:23

48:23

Penn State’s Assistant Director of Performance Enhancement talks about the Ice Hockey programs transition from club level to Division I, the traits of elite student-athletes, and how monitoring intensity helps build a winning program. On the line today is Cam Davidson. Cam is Asst. Director of Performance Enhancement at Penn State where he works wi…

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15: Welcome to the Firstbeat Sports Podcast 1:15

3+ y ago1:15

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We talk with coaches and sports scientists to explore the latest in performance monitoring and how it is making a difference in NCAA and pro sports alike. We’re going to connect you with practical advice from the best in the business to help you take your athletes to the next level. www.firstbeat.com/sports…

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14: Supporting players during COVID-19 – with Stephen Volek, Head S&C Coach, Binghamton Devils – Ep. 14 26:55

4y ago26:55

26:55

On the line today is Stephen Volek. Stephen is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Binghamton Devils, the top minor league affiliate of the NHL’s New Jersey Devils. Topics discussed in this episode: How the team is adapting during the Coronavirus pandemic | Training programs during gruelling AHL schedule | Strategies for low game minut…

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13: Training During the Coronavirus Pandemic – with Martin Spohrer, Eintracht Frankfurt - Ep. 13 21:29

4y ago21:29

21:29

On the line today is Martin Spohrer. Martin is Strength and Conditioning Coach at Bundesliga soccer club Eintracht Frankfurt. Topics discussed in this episode: The impact of the Coronavirus pandemic | Monitoring players remotely | Keeping players focused and motivated | Building fitness of new signings | Playing ‘ghost games’ >>> More information a…

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12: Achieving Recovery in Elite Alpine Skiing – with Darrell Gray, Burke Mountain Academy – Ep. 12 32:08

4y ago32:08

32:08

On the line today is Darrell Gray. Darrell is the High Performance Director at Burke Mountain Academy, the leading ski racing academy in the United States. Topics discussed in this episode: Spotting and developing Olympic-level athletes | Balancing training and academics | Informing coaching through data | Eight key domains of high performance | Fa…

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11: Firstbeat Sports Podcast – The Best of Episodes 1-10 - Ep. 11 24:18

4y ago24:18

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In this episode, we'll look back at some of the highlights from the conversations we've had with our guests over the past 10 episodes. We'll hear from athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, directors of performance, program coordinators, and the coaching staff themselves, as they offer their unique perspective and expert advice on to…

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10: Building a Performance Infrastructure in Serie A – with Ed Lippie, AS Roma – Ep. 10 24:27

4+ y ago24:27

24:27

On the line today is Ed Lippie. Ed works as a Senior Performance Advisor for AS Roma and is also Director of Health and Fitness at Raptor Capital Management. Topics discussed in this episode: Building a strong performance infrastructure | Balancing the art and science of coaching | Customizing individual player load | Backing up the ‘eye test’ with…

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9: A Holistic Approach to Athlete Development – with Mark Egner, William & Mary Field Hockey 35:31

4+ y ago35:31

35:31

On the line today is Mark Egner. Mark is Associate Head Field Hockey Coach at the College of William and Mary. He’s also worked with USA Field Hockey and in with the national youth teams in his native Ireland. Topics discussed in this episode: Weekly schedule of a top 20 program | Holistic approach to athlete development | Pre-season and in-season …

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8: From the NFL to 70 College Campuses, Lessons From Elite Coaches – Benjamin Jensen, Firstbeat - Ep. 8 23:34

4+ y ago23:34

23:34

Today we’re speaking to our very own Benjamin Jensen, Firstbeat Sports Director of North American Sales & Research and the usual host of the podcast. A former coach, BJ has worked with elite sports programs for over six years through Firstbeat and will be sharing some of the insights he’s picked up along the way. Topics Discussed in This Episode: D…

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7: Using Data to Start Key Discussions with Your Athletes – with Jen Mavis, UMBC Soccer - Ep. 7 25:04

4+ y ago25:04

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On the line today is Jen Mavis. Jen is Assistant Coach and Director of Camps and Clinics for UMBC Women’s Soccer. She has previously held positions at William & Mary and the University of Oklahoma. Topics Discussed in This Episode: The fundamentals of a successful soccer program? | Building trust between coaches and athletes | The growth of exercis…

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6: Training Load and Recovery in MLB Minor Leagues – with Pat Trainor, Tampa Bay Rays - Ep. 6 30:07

5y ago30:07

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On the line today is Pat Trainor. Pat is the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator with the Tampa Bay Rays where he works with the club’s four affiliate teams. He has previously spent time with the San Diego Padres and Cleveland Indians. Topics Discussed in This Episode: The complex role of an MLB minor league S&C coordinator | The dif…

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5: How to Train Smarter – with Jeff Nevolo, South Carolina Women’s Tennis - Ep. 5 20:46

5y ago20:46

20:46

On the line today is Jeff Nevolo. Jeff is the Associate Head Coach for University of South Carolina Women’s Tennis. He is the 2018 ITA National Assistant Head Coach of the Year and has previously spent time with Air Force and Alabama. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Learning and developing in a power conference | Using Heartrate analytics to desi…

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4: The Role of the Modern Athletic Trainer – with Andy Bliz, Buffalo Men's Basketball - Ep. 4 24:47

5y ago24:47

24:47

On the line today is Andy Bliz. Andy is in his 6th year as Athletic Trainer for the University of Buffalo Men’s Basketball program. During this time, the Bulls have won 3 MAC Championships and appeared in the NCAA Tournament four times – including this year as 6 seeds. Andy holds a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training and a Master’s degree in Spo…

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3: Training Loads in Mid-major Basketball – with Henry Barrera, Liberty Men's Basketball - Ep. 3 20:56

5y ago20:56

20:56

On the line today is Henry Barrera. Henry is the Director of Performance for the Liberty Men’s Basketball program. His 14-year career in coaching and performance training has included stops at Nike World Headquarters, Concordia University and West Linn High School. Henry also trains athletes world-wide as part of his basketball and performance trai…

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2: Managing Athlete Well-being & Performance – with Michael Vaughan, Merrimack Women's Ice Hockey - Ep. 2 20:57

5y ago20:57

20:57

On the line today is Michael Vaughan. Mike in his fourth year as Director of Women’s Ice Hockey Operations at Merrimack College where he also serves as the team’s Strength and Conditioning Coach. He has previously worked with the United States Women’s National Hockey Team and has spent time as a S&C coach at Mike Boyle’s Strength & Conditioning. To…

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1: The Role of the Modern S&C Coach – with Kevin Cronin, Colorado College - Ep. 1 33:22

5+ y ago33:22

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On the line today is Kevin Cronin from Colorado Springs. Kevin is a former NSCA Education Coordinator and has been the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Colorado College since 2012. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Kevin's thoughts on the role of today's strength & conditioning coach | How to improve buy-in amongst coaches and players when wor…

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20: Data Driven Training in UFC – with Roman Fomin, Director of Sport Science at Ultimate Fighting Championship – Ep. 20 49:24

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19: Optimizing Hydration, Salt Intake and Load Management with Professional Athletes – with Tamara Hew-Butler, Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology, Wayne State Warriors – Ep. 19 36:20

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18: Using Technology to Reduce Injuries – with Steve Chouinard, Associate Athletic Director for Health and Performance, Colgate Raiders – Ep. 18 24:49

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17: 5 Consecutive Championship Wins and the Growth of NCAA Ice Hockey - With Katie Delude, Northeastern University Women's Ice Hockey – Ep. 17 35:07

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16: Real-time Training Guidance and Better Athlete Relationships - With Jaime Fernandez, University of Arizona Women's Basketball – Ep. 16 32:10

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15: From Club Team to Big 10 Champions - with Cam Davidson, Penn State Ice Hockey – Ep. 15 48:23

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15: Welcome to the Firstbeat Sports Podcast 1:15

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14: Supporting players during COVID-19 – with Stephen Volek, Head S&C Coach, Binghamton Devils – Ep. 14 26:55

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13: Training During the Coronavirus Pandemic – with Martin Spohrer, Eintracht Frankfurt - Ep. 13 21:29

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12: Achieving Recovery in Elite Alpine Skiing – with Darrell Gray, Burke Mountain Academy – Ep. 12 32:08

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11: Firstbeat Sports Podcast – The Best of Episodes 1-10 - Ep. 11 24:18

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10: Building a Performance Infrastructure in Serie A – with Ed Lippie, AS Roma – Ep. 10 24:27

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9: A Holistic Approach to Athlete Development – with Mark Egner, William & Mary Field Hockey 35:31

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8: From the NFL to 70 College Campuses, Lessons From Elite Coaches – Benjamin Jensen, Firstbeat - Ep. 8 23:34

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7: Using Data to Start Key Discussions with Your Athletes – with Jen Mavis, UMBC Soccer - Ep. 7 25:04

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6: Training Load and Recovery in MLB Minor Leagues – with Pat Trainor, Tampa Bay Rays - Ep. 6 30:07

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5: How to Train Smarter – with Jeff Nevolo, South Carolina Women’s Tennis - Ep. 5 20:46

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4: The Role of the Modern Athletic Trainer – with Andy Bliz, Buffalo Men's Basketball - Ep. 4 24:47

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3: Training Loads in Mid-major Basketball – with Henry Barrera, Liberty Men's Basketball - Ep. 3 20:56

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2: Managing Athlete Well-being & Performance – with Michael Vaughan, Merrimack Women's Ice Hockey - Ep. 2 20:57

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1: The Role of the Modern S&C Coach – with Kevin Cronin, Colorado College - Ep. 1 33:22

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