Best Neuro Edge Podcasts (2024)

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Dan Churchill: How Food Fuels Your Performance 52:31

3d ago52:31

52:31

On this week’s episode WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed is joined by Performance Chef and Podcast Host Dan Churchill. The Australian native is now the Chef at The Osprey in Brooklyn and the host of The Epic Table Podcast. With a Master's Degree in Exercise Science, Dan blends his expertise in fitness and wellness with his passion for healthy cookin…

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Sleep and Stress: The Latest Study Powered by WHOOP 55:47

10d ago55:47

55:47

On this week’s episode WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Kristen Holmes is joined by WHOOP SVP, Research Algorithms, and Data Emily Capodilupo. The pair is here to talk about the link between sleep, stress, and blood pressure. Kristen and Emily will be talking about an upcoming study conducted by our team here at WHOOP, th…

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Coach Lori Locust: The Future of Coaching is Female 55:20

18d ago55:20

55:20

On this week’s episode WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Kristen Holmes is joined by Lori Locust. Lori is entering her sixth season coaching in the NFL and her second season with the Titans. Prior to arriving in Tennessee, she spent four seasons as an assistant defensive line coach at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers where she won…

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Unpacking the Rise of Rucking with Jason McCarthy 47:01

23d ago47:01

47:01

On this week’s episode, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed is joined by Jason McCarthy the Co-Founder and CEO of GORUCK. Jason served in Special Forces after 9/11. He founded GORUCK in West Africa with his wife Emily, a Case Officer for the CIA, and a napkin sketch for a rucksack that could thrive in Baghdad and NYC. He also proudly serves on the Boa…

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S5 Ep11: Work 3.0 with India's Greatest Globalist (Abhijit Bhaduri, Advisor Talent Strategy) 47:48

1M ago47:48

47:48

In this insightful podcast episode, we're joined by Abhijit Bhaduri, a seasoned talent management advisor and former General Manager Global L&D manager for Microsoft. With a remarkable career trajectory marked by accolades such as being named the No. 1 HR Influencer by the Society for Human Resource Management and authoring bestselling books like "…

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Listener Questions: Unlocking Women’s Health with Emily Capodilupo 30:55

1M ago30:55

30:55

As Women’s History Month comes to an end, we wanted to answer your questions around women’s health. Who better do that than WHOOP SVP, Data Science and Research, Emily Capodilupo. Emily answers questions about menstrual cycle physiology (2:05), how to use WHOOP to better understand your cycle (3:55), nutritional habits during your period (4:50), ho…

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Living on the Edge with Alex Honnold 57:57

1M ago57:57

57:57

On this week’s episode, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed is joined by rock climbing legend Alex Honnold. You probably know Alex from the incredible Netflix documentary Free Solo where Alex scaled the famous El Capitan mountain face. Alex joins us to discuss his next greatest challenge a route called, Bachelor Party, and it’s graded 9a/5.14d. This i…

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Experience a Non-Sleep Deep Rest Journey with Kristen Holmes 19:34

2M ago19:34

19:34

On this week’s episode, with World Sleep Day right around the corner, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is here to guide you through a Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) session. This session will help you prepare for sleep and enter a state of relaxation to promote a higher quality night’s sleep. If you are a WHOO…

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Neuro Knowledge: A Deep Dive Into The Brain With Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett 1:06:01

2M ago1:06:01

1:06:01

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Lisa Feldman Barrett, PhD. Dr. Feldman Barrett is a University Distinguished Professor of psychology at Northeastern University with appointments at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). She is among the top 1% most-cited scientists worldwi…

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Million Dollar Mindset: How Ryan Serhant Keeps Building 49:45

2M ago49:45

49:45

On this week’s episode, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed is joined by one of the most successful real estate brokers in the world. You may have seen him on Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing or read one of his best-selling books. Real estate broker, CEO, and founder of SERHANT, Ryan Serhant is here to discuss his latest book Brand It Like Serhant, as w…

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S5 Ep10: Curious About Unlocking Your Genius with Lisa Danels (Executive Director, Human Edge) 43:37

2M ago43:37

43:37

In this podcast episode, Paul Ashcroft, Simon Brown and Garrick Jones speak to Lisa Danels, author of "The Human Edge Advantage" and Executive Director of Human Edge in an insightful episode where we explore leadership mastery. Lisa discusses integrating head, heart, and gut in leadership, emphasizing curiosity, self-awareness, and personal power. …

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Finding Purpose on the Pitch with Performance Coach Steve Tashjian 1:10:40

2M ago1:10:40

1:10:40

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by performance coach Steve Tashjian. Steve Tashjian is a world-renowned high-performance expert with decades of experience in elite sport, managing teams, and high performers. He has prepared triathletes for the Kona Ironman, boxers for world titl…

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The Mind of Mahomes with Performance Coach, Bobby Stroupe 45:44

3M ago45:44

45:44

It is Super Bowl week and once again WHOOP Founder and CEO, Will Ahmed, is joined by the incredible Bobby Stroupe. Bobby is the Founder of Athlete Performance Enhancement Center (APEC) and is the trainer of two-time Super Bowl Champion, Patrick Mahomes. Coach Stroupe and his team have worked with and supported over 300 professional athletes across …

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S5 Ep9: Don't Be Afraid Of Feelings with Noga Arikha (Author, Philosopher, Historian of Ideas) 45:39

3M ago45:39

45:39

In this podcast episode, we delve into the captivating world of Noga Arikha, a philosopher, historian of ideas, and science humanist. She takes us on a journey from her childhood in Paris to her experiences working with neuropsychiatric patients and her current endeavor—writing a biography of anthropologist Franz Boas for the Yale University Press,…

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Playing the Long Game: Embracing Aging with Dr. Vonda Wright 57:02

3M ago57:02

57:02

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright. The double board-certified orthopedic sports medicine surgeon has over 20+ years of experience working with athletes and leaders across the sports and business industries. Kristen and Dr…

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S5 Ep8: Curious About Making The World Work with Amy Edmondson (Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School) 42:40

3M ago42:40

42:40

In this podcast episode, Amy Edmondson, the top-ranked Thinkers50 management thinker and Novartis Professor at Harvard Business School, takes us on a journey through the dynamic intersection of curiosity, leadership and the digital era. Renowned for her seven books and over 60 scholarly papers, Edmondson discusses the crucial link between curiosity…

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Live from Wodapalooza: The Buttery Bros Take Over the Mic 34:05

3M ago34:05

34:05

On this week’s episode, we have some special guest hosts for you! Earlier this month, we were down in Miami at Wodapalooza and our good friends, the Buttery Bros took over the mic to chat with some of our favorite WHOOP-wearing athletes like Annie Thorisdottir, Katrín Davíðsdóttir, and Haley Adams. The Buttery Bros kick things off with Annie and Ka…

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Listener Q&A: From Shift Work to Creatine—Unpack the Latest 26:45

3M ago26:45

26:45

On this week’s episode, WHOOP SVP of Data Science and Research Emily Capodilupo is here to answer YOUR questions. We have seen several questions in our inbox about sleep, recovery, and creatine. Emily will discuss sleep supplements and interruptions (1:45), dealing with shift work and reverse schedules (5:55), the correlation between sleep and HRV …

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The Power of BioSyncing with Angela Foster 1:01:26

4M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Angela Foster. Angela is an award-winning nutritionist, health & performance coach, keynote speaker and host of The High-Performance Health Podcast. Kristen and Angela will discuss Angela transitioning from a lawyer to a high-performance coach …

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January Jumpstart: The Path to a New You Through Personal Readiness 28:31

4M ago28:31

28:31

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is going to talk all things January Jumpstart. That’s right Kristen is here to break down our January Jumpstart in-app challenge, and how you can take control of your year by working on your personal readiness. Kristen discusses the January Jumpstart Challe…

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Best of 2023: Reliving the Top Conversations of the Year 30:37

4M ago30:37

30:37

We are wrapping up the year on this week's episode and revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year. Throughout the year we spoke to NBA Champions, Military Veterans, DJs, CEOs, and leading experts across numerous fields of research and human performance. We also had fantastic episodes around key product updates and features. Hear from Zedd…

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The Creatine Craze: Benefits and Myths of Creatine with Dr. Darren Candow 49:09

4M ago49:09

49:09

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Dr. Darren Candow. Darren is the Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada. Kristen and Darren will discuss creatine’s surge in pop…

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S5 Ep7: Seeing around Corners and the 10X shift with Rita McGrath (Professor, Columbia Business School) 40:48

5M ago40:48

40:48

Join the hosts of The Curious Advantage as they dive into the world of innovation and growth with the incredible Rita McGrath. Rita, a seasoned author, speaker, and Professor at Columbia Business School, shares her journey from CEO to academia, unveiling insights from her latest book, Seeing Around Corners. In this episode, Rita unpacks the concept…

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Year in Review: Unpacking 2023's Health and Wellness Trends 34:09

5M ago34:09

34:09

On this week’s episode, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed is joined by WHOOP SVP of Data Science and Research, Emily Capodilupo. The pair are talking all things Year in Review for 2023. Take a deep dive into the data from WHOOP members across the globe, and learn how you can unlock your human performance. Will and Emily will discuss the year at larg…

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How to Regulate Your Nervous System with Dr. Jay Wiles 58:47

5M ago58:47

58:47

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Dr. Jay Wiles. Dr. Jay is a clinical health psychologist, currently working as the Health Behavior Coordinator at WJB Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, SC and the Greenville Outpatient VA Clinic. He also shares his insight and tips on his pod…

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The 7 Day Sleep Remedy with Dr. Aric Prather 1:00:02

5M ago1:00:02

1:00:02

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Dr. Aric Prather. Aric is a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco. He co-directs the UCSF Aging, Metabolism, and Emotions Center, is the Interim Director for the UCSF Center for Health an…

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S5 Ep6: Beyond Blockchain - Open Badges, We are Open, Coops, Voodoo Categorization & the Future of Work with Doug Belshaw & Laura Hilliger (Co-Founders, We Are Open Co-op) 56:11

5M ago56:11

56:11

Some of us maybe living in a version of the future now. Doug Belshaw and Laura Hilliger from “We are Open”, a cooperative structure that supports multi-dimensional non-corporate organisations, know what it takes to make a very different way of working work. We caught up with them to explore there ways of doing things, it spans the globe and is base…

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Melissa Urban: How to Show Up Authentically During the Holidays 55:18

5M ago55:18

55:18

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by the Co-Founder and CEO of Whole30, Melissa Urban. Melissa is here to help us Hack the Holidays. As the holiday season ramps up, we thought we would give you some tips on staying balanced with your health and wellness throughout the festivities.…

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On Tour With Zedd: How the World-Renowned DJ Stays in the Green 52:23

6M ago52:23

52:23

On this week’s episode, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed is joined by DJ, record producer, and songwriter Zedd. The Grammy award-winning and platinum artist has had multiple records hit number one on the Billboard Top 100 and has made music with superstars like Justin Bieber, Maren Morris, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, and more. Not only is he a mus…

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S5 Ep5: Exprovement - Exponential Improvement through Converging Parallels with Hersh Haladker (Founder, Instillmotion) 27:26

6M ago27:26

27:26

In this episode, Garrick Jones dives into the world of innovation with Hersh Haladker, founder of InstillMotion, a company that helps businesses achieve Exprovement, the convergence of ideas solving unique business challenges. Hersh, co-author of Exprovement: Unleashing Innovation Across Industries shares insights into his innovation journey, discu…

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Being All In: What it Takes to Avoid Quitting with Army Ranger Lisa Jaster 58:03

6M ago58:03

58:03

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Army Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Jaster is a soldier, an engineer, a wife and mother, and a trailblazer. One of only three women to graduate from the first integrated United States Army Ranger program. Lisa is also the author of Delete the Adjectiv…

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Mental Toughness: Endurance and Grit Tips from Elite Performance Coach Rachel Vickery 54:10

6M ago54:10

54:10

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Rachel Vickery. Rachel works with high performers in professional and elite sport, corporate and elite military who need to do big and difficult things where the stakes are high and the impact is significant for many. Now she is working as a Hi…

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S5 Ep4: Neuroscience, Experience Facilitation, and the New Learning Protocols with Lauren Waldman (Founder & Learning Scientist, Learning Pirate) 43:47

6M ago43:47

43:47

In this engaging podcast episode, Paul Ashcroft, Simon Brown and Garrick Jones are joined by Lauren Waldman, the founder and learning specialist behind Learning Pirate. With an educational background spanning prestigious institutions like Harvard, Duke, and John Hopkins University, Lauren launched Learning Pirate in 2017. Her mission is to empower …

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The Ultimate Guide to Relationships, Sex, and Dating with Dr. Alexandra Solomon 1:02:17

6M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Dr. Alexandra Solomon. A couples therapist, speaker, author, and professor, Dr. Solomon is passionate about translating cutting-edge research and clinical wisdom into practical tools people can use to bring awareness, curiosity, and authenticit…

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How to Train Like an NBA Champion with Felipe Eichenberger 47:01

7M ago47:01

47:01

On this week’s episode, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed is joined by NBA Champion Felipe Eichenberger. Fresh off his championship-winning season as the Denver Nuggets Director of Performance and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Felipe is here to talk about how he helped some of the best players on the planet, including the league’s MVP, stay …

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S5 Ep3: The Khan Academy with Sal Khan (Founder & CEO, The Khan Academy) 50:25

7M ago50:25

50:25

In this episode, we delve into the world of education and innovation with our special guest, Sal Khan, the visionary founder, and CEO of Khan Academy. Sal's mission is to provide a free, world-class education to learners of all ages and backgrounds, and his pioneering approach to education has earned him acclaim as a trailblazer in the ed-tech indu…

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Steven Bartlett: The Secrets to Success in Life and in Business 1:04:07

7M ago1:04:07

1:04:07

On this week’s episode, WHOOP Founder and CEO, Will Ahmed is joined by entrepreneur and innovator, Steven Bartlett. Steven is also a speaker, investor, author and the host of UK's No.1 podcast, The Diary of a CEO. He also joined the BBC's hit TV show Dragons’ Den, the UK version of Shark Tank, as the youngest-ever Dragon in the show’s history. Stev…

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Taking Your Sleep to the Next Level with Dr. Allison Brager 38:35

7M ago38:35

38:35

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Dr. Allison Brager. She is a neurobiologist with expertise in sleep and circadian rhythms who works to examine the mind and body’s resilience to extreme environmental stress. Kristen and Allison will discuss misconceptions about sleep trends (2…

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S5 Ep2: All-Blacks Management, Excellence & Curiosity with Darren Shand (Manager, All Blacks) 47:08

7M ago47:08

47:08

In this captivating podcast episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Darren Shand, the driving force behind the legendary All-Blacks Rugby team since 2004. Darren's tenure has been marked by historic achievements, including Rugby World Cup victories, undefeated seasons, Tri Nations, and Rugby Championships wins, three Grand Slams, and the c…

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Meet WHOOP Coach: The Most Personalized AI-Powered Performance Coach 29:20

7M ago29:20

29:20

On this week’s episode, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed and WHOOP CTO Jaime Waydo are highlighting one of our most innovative features to date – WHOOP Coach. WHOOP Coach delivers an incredibly personalized, incredibly specific performance coaching experience thanks to the latest in generative AI. Will and Jaime will discuss what the WHOOP Coach is…

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Maximizing Your Training Outside of the Gym with Todd Anderson 1:11:41

7M ago1:11:41

1:11:41

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Todd Anderson. Todd is the founder of Dream Recovery, the co-founder of Synergy Dryland, a training program for world-class swimmers, as well as the co-founder of the Rideout Strong marathon training program. He holds over a dozen certification…

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S5 Ep1: Problem Solving, Curiosity & Living in The Moment with José Manuel Barroso (Former Portugal Prime Minister & President of the European Commission) 47:31

8M ago47:31

47:31

José Manuel Barroso's path from academia to politics is a journey fuelled by curiosity and lifelong learning. Starting as a law professor in Portugal, he rose to become the Prime Minister of Portugal in 2002 and later served as the President of the European Commission from 2004 to 2014, steering through critical events like the Lisbon Treaty, the 2…

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Daily Tips and Tricks to Boost Your HRV with Emily Capodilupo 58:11

8M ago58:11

58:11

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by SVP of Data Science & Research Emily Capodilupo to talk about all things Heart Rate Variability. HRV is one of the key signs of fitness and how well your body is ready to perform on any given day. Kristen and Emily will discuss what HRV is (2:1…

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Finding a Purpose Through Endurance Sports with Ken Rideout 54:55

8M ago54:55

54:55

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by one of the world’s top masters runners, Ken Rideout. Ken has been crowned the “World’s Best Marathoner Over 50” by the New York Times. In addition to his running accolades, Ken is known for sharing his story about overcoming opioid addiction. K…

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S4 Ep11: Surviving AI with Calum Chace ("The AI Guy") 51:34

8M ago51:34

51:34

Calum Chase, best-selling author, and AI expert and adviser, specializing in the future of AI and its impacts on our societies and economies, has an insightful conversation with Paul Ashcroft and Garrick Jones about the benefits and challenges of AI. He talks about the future impacts of Artificial Intelligence and how it will affect the future of w…

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Jason Kander: A Story of Service, Mental Health, PTSD, and Recovery 59:24

8M ago59:24

59:24

On this week’s episode, Will Ahmed, the Founder and CEO of WHOOP, is joined by former Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander. Before being elected Secretary of State in 2012, he was a member of the Missouri House of Representatives. Jason is also a veteran of the United States Army achieving the rank of Captain during his service as a military in…

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The Power of a Plant-Based Diet with Simon Hill 58:27

9M ago58:27

58:27

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Simon Hill. Simon is a physiotherapist, nutritionist, and author on a mission to help people make informed lifestyle choices. In 2021, he published his first book, The Proof is in the Plants, which makes a case for a plant-based, whole-food die…

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S4 Ep10: The Olympics going beyond Psychological Safety with Richard Parker (Leading Line Consultancy CEO, Head of Leadership & Culture & Partner Ernst & Young) 47:59

9M ago47:59

47:59

Richard Parker, previous CEO of the British Bobsleigh & Skeleton Association and current CEO of Leading Line Consultancy and Partner within EY Lane4 joins Paul Ashcroft and Garrick Jones in a thought-provoking discussion on how resilience, not being afraid to fail and curiosity has driven him to move through a career starting as a teacher, professi…

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Brad Schoenfeld: Resistance Training Tips from a Champion Bodybuilder 39:31

9M ago39:31

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On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by fitness expert Brad Schoenfeld. Brad is widely regarded as one of the leading authorities on body composition training. He is a lifetime drug-free bodybuilder and has won numerous natural bodybuilding titles. Kristen and Brad will discuss the d…

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How to Master Zone 2 Training: Chris Chapman Answers Your Questions 47:22

9M ago47:22

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This week, we’re diving back into the inbox to answer questions from our listeners – thanks to everyone who has submitted questions so far. WHOOP Senior Sport Scientist Chris Chapman is here to answer your questions about the popular Zone 2 Cardio space and strength training. We had a number of questions come in after our Zone 2 Training episode wi…

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