Jul 15

The Recovery Habits That Drive Performance: Why Training More Isn’t Always Better

Welcome back to the WHOOP Podcast’s Science of Human Performance Series! On this week’s episode, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance and Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes, sits down with WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data, Emily Capodilupo, to explore the scienc ... Show More

51m 41s

Jul 8

The Science of Human Performance: Your Guide To Better Sleep

Welcome Back to the WHOOP Podcast's Science of Human Performance Series! This week, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance and Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data Emily Capodilupo for a deep dive into the science behin ... Show More

53m 46s

Jul 1

Gut Health Expert Dr. Amy Shah | How To Reduce Fatigue, Cravings, and Brain Fog

Welcome back to the WHOOP Podcast How To Series! This week, Global Head of Human Performance Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with double-board certified physician, nutritionist, and gut health expert Dr. Amy Shah to teach you how to fix your gut through nutrition ... Show More

1h 18m

Jul 2022

#141| What Does WHOOP Measure? What Are The Benefits Of Wearable Health Technology with Kristen Holmes

In this episode, Dillon sits down with VP of Performance Science from WHOOP, Kristen Holmes. We look to discuss the benefits of wearable health technology and answer: what does WHOOP measure? What does is mean to be ready to perform? How should we interpret the data to make re ... Show More

50m 23s

Oct 2021

Dr. Chris Gaviglio on Building Strength and Maximizing Recovery with Blood Flow Restriction Training

Today’s show features Dr. Chris Gaviglio. Chris is a current senior strength and conditioning coach for the Queensland Academy of Sport, working with Olympic-based sports and athletes. Chris has been involved with elite sport for over 15 years working across multiple Olympic sp ... Show More

1h 18m

Mar 2019

015- Heart Rate Variability and Energy Systems- Everything You Need to Know to Optimize Performance with Joel Jamieson

Joining us today is one of the most forward-thinking coaches in the world! Joel Jamieson has trained elite MMA fighters, Navy SEALS, and worked for some of the largest fitness brands in the world.<span cl ... Show More

1h 4m

Jul 2021

#107 | Pacing and Improving Work Capacity With Chris Hinshaw

This is part 3 of a 3 part series with expert aerobic capacity Coach Chris Hinshaw. In this episode, we answer how to pace various types of workouts, how to build further work and aerobic capacity, and why elite fitness athletes tend to have a higher risk of rhabdomyolysis. </ ... Show More

1h 22m

May 2023

The Science of Cardiovascular Training | What Does Zone 2 Really Mean?

In this episode, we dive into the science of cardiovascular training. We get into heart rate zones, how to test max heart rate, what metcon workouts actually train, threshold training, multimodal cardio for non running athletes, and more! . Learn more about Program Design 101: ht ... Show More

29m 23s

Jan 2024

393: Christian Thibaudeau on Loaded Stretching, Pre-Fatigue, and Nervous System Management in Athletic Development

Today’s podcast is with Christian Thibaudeau. Christian is a Canadian strength coach with over two decades experience, is a prolific writer, and has worked with athletes from nearly 30 sports. He is the originator of training systems such as the NeuroTyping system and Omni-contra ... Show More

1h 23m

Jan 2024

The Fitness Scientist: "Even A Little Alcohol Is Hurting Your Health!", "Late Night Screen Time Linked To Cancer!", "Working Shifts Kills You 15 Years Early!" - Kristen Holmes

If you enjoy hearing about the transformative power of sleep, I recommend you check out my conversation with Dr Matthew Walker, which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Us8n8VBQn_c If you have ever wanted to understand what exactly Circadian Rhythm is, and its un ... Show More

1h 48m

Sep 2025

Essentials: How to Exercise for Strength Gains & Hormone Optimization | Dr. Duncan French

In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Duncan French, PhD, the vice president of performance at the UFC Performance Institute and a world-class performance specialist. We explain how resistance training and acute stress impact hormones and outline specific weigh ... Show More

40m 2s

Sep 2021

Christian Thibaudeau on Power Training Complexes and Athletic Skill Development

Today’s show is with Christian Thibaudeau. Christian has been a strength coach for nearly 2 decades, working with athletes from nearly 30 sports. He has written four books and has pioneered multiple educational courses, including the Neuro-typing system, which goes in-depth on ... Show More

1h 35m

Jan 2025

The Science of Sport Specific Training

In this episode we dive into the science of sport specific training. Book recommendations: (Special Strength Training Manual for Coaches mentioned) https://www.amazon.com/shop/themovementsystem/list/2UJJ9KRPVDF2I?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d Crane Scale: https://www.amazon.c ... Show More

26m 29s

Understanding Heart Rate Variability and...