'we Do Science' - The Guru Performance Podcast

Episode 128 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Ketogenic Diet and Athletes" with Dr Fionn McSwiney (Dublin City University, Ireland). Discussion Topics Include: Defining ketogenic and low-carb diets Potential benefits, limitations, and relevance of ketogenic diets to athletes Differentiating elite and non-elite athletes and differing types of training and events as it relates to training, performance and metabolism and how that relates to ketogenic diets and impact on athletes Exploring the evidence on ketogenic diets and athletes Potential practical applications for the ketogenic diet in athletes Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Impact Of Ketogenic Diet On Athletes: Current Insights. McSwiney et al., 2019. Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 123 - "Nutrition and Single-Stage Ultra-Marathon" with Nick Tiller PhD Episode 121 - "Protein and Endurance Athletes" with Dan Moore PhD

Episode 127 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Time Restricted Eating and Exercise" with Dr Evelyn Parr (Mary MacKillop Institute for Health Research, Australian Catholic University, Australia). Discussion Topics Include: An introduction to circadian biology Modern lifestyle and metabolic health Time restricted eating (TRE) defined Diet and exercise interventions: does timing matter? TRE and exercise training: the sweet spot? The evidence for TRE and relevance to daily practice Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: A Time to Eat and a Time to Exercise. Evelyn Parr et al., 2020 Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 108 - "Outrunning Bad Diets" with Prof Stu Phillips and Prof Michael Joyner Episode 104 - 'Nutrient Timing: You Can, But Should You' with Chad Kerksick PhD Episode 100 - 'Diets and Body Composition' with Alan Aragon MS and Brad Schoenfeld PhD Episode 74 - '

Episode 126 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Iron Considerations for the Athlete" with Dr Peter Peeling (The University of Western Australia). Discussion Topics Include: Iron and its importance in health & performance Defining iron deficiency in athletes Contributing factors to iron deficiency Assessing iron deficiency How iron deficiency impacts performance Nutrition strategies to prevent and correct iron deficiency Key Papers Discussed / Referred to: Iron considerations for the athlete: a narrative review (Sim et al., 2019) Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 122 - "Nutrition and Altitude Training" with Trent Stellingwerff PhD Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

Episode 125 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Protein Supplementation & Resistance Exercise Training" with Dr Rob Morton (McMaster University, Canada). Discussion Topics Include: The role of skeletal muscle mass and strength in human health & performance Increasing skeletal muscle mass The hormone hypothesis Introduction to muscle protein turnover Protein intake and muscle turnover Dietary protein supplementation and resistance exercise induced gains in muscle mass and strength Protein supplementation and muscle: the evidence explored Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: A systematic review, meta-analysis and meta-regression of the effect of protein supplementation on resistance training-induced gains in muscle mass and strength in healthy adults (Morton et al, BJSM, 2018) Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 121 - "Protein and Endurance Athletes" with Dan Moore PhD Episode 98 - &ap

Episode 124 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition and Athlete Immune Health" with Professor Neil Walsh (School of Sport and Exercise Sciences Liverpool John Moores University, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Defining Athletes, Immunity and Health Overview of Contemporary View on Immunity Infection Risks, Lowered Immunity, and Consequences Resistance and Tolerance:  How Nutrition Influences Immunity and Infection Energy Deficiency & Infection: The Debate Continues New Theoretical Perspective on Nutrition and Athlete Immune Health Tolerogenic Nutritional Supplements Key Papers Discussed / Referred to: Nutrition and Athlete Immune Health: New Perspectives on an Old Paradigm (Sport Med, 2019) Recommendations to maintain immune health in athletes (EJSS, 2018) Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 80 - 'Athlete Immune Health' with Professor Neil Walsh Episode 69 - 'Immunological Aspect

Episode 123 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition and Single-Stage Ultra-Marathon" with Dr Nick Tiller PhD (The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA, USA). Discussion Topics Include: Defining single-stage ultra-marathon Physiological considerations for training and racing Nutritional considerations for training Nutritional considerations for racing Specialised food and supplement considerations Evidence quality and practical considerations Key Papers Discussed / Referred to: International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: nutritional considerations for single-stage ultra-marathon training and racing (JISSN, 2019) Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 117 - "Nutrition and Ultramarathon Running" with Dr Ricardo Costa Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring

Episode 122 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition and Altitude" with Trent Stellingwerff PhD (Canadian Sport Institute-Pacific). Discussion Topics Include: Defining and describing elite athletes and altitude Physiological impact and purpose of training at altitude Energy availability and relative energy deficiency in endurance athletes training at altitude Key nutritional considerations and practical concerns Iron and other supplement considerations Key Papers Discussed / Referred to: Contemporary Periodization of Altitude Training for Elite Endurance Athletes: A Narrative Review (Sports Medicine, 2019) Nutrition and Altitude: Strategies to Enhance Adaptation, Improve Performance and Maintain Health: A Narrative Review (Sports Medicine, 2019) Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 45 - 'Carbohydrate Periodization' with Trent Stellingwerff PhD Check out our other podcasts, publications, e

Episode 121 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Protein and Endurance Athletes" with Dr Dan Moore PhD (University of Toronto). Discussion Topics Include: Amino acids as fuel Protein requirements of endurance athletes - overview Exercise-induced skeletal muscle remodelling: impact of training and importance of protein in recovery process Muscle protein synthesis: relevance to endurance athletes "Total, Type, and Timing" considerations (incl plant vs animal protein) Beyond muscle protein synthesis: Protein & glycogen synthesis and protein & immune function Future perspectives for research and practice Key Papers Discussed / Referred to: Beyond muscle hypertrophy: Why dietary protein is important for endurance athletes (App Physiol Nutr Metab, 2014) Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 70 - 'Nutrition and Metabolism for Endurance Sports' with Professor Asker Jeukendrup Episode 28 - &apo

Episode 120 of the Guru Performance "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "American Football: In the Trenches - Performance Nutrition Practice Insights" with Pratik Patel MSc RD CSSD CSCS (New York Football Giants). In this session we get into: The landscape and communities of practice in American Football The evolution of nutrition roles and practice Duties and responsibilities of the team RD / Performance Nutritionist Opportunities and challenges for practice Lessons learned from working in collegiate and professional American Football Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 119 of the Guru Performance "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Fuel for the Work Required" with Mark Harris PhD(c) (Liverpool John Moores University & Guru Performance Institute). In this session we get into: Fuelling for the Work Required: Defined & Explored Carbohydrate Periodisation & The Glycogen Threshold Hypothesis Carbohydrate Restriction: An Overview of the Science Twice Per Day Training; Fasted Training; Sleep Low, Train Low Amalgamation of Carbohydrate & Calorie Restriction Strategies Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 118 of the Guru Performance "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Swifter, Higher, Stronger" with Professor Louise Burke and Professor John Hawley (Australian Catholic University). ** NOTE: The sound at times is not perfect, but well worth a listen as was a priceless discussion with 2 of the greats in sports nutrition science ** In this session we get into: Evolution of Sports Nutrition Science Training and Competing: The Relevance of Nutrition Solving the Fuel Crisis Fighting Fatigue: The Brain is Boss Elite Athletes: A Different Context Nutrition Periodisation & Nutrition Personalisation Informing Science to Inform Practice Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 117 of the Guru Performance "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition & Ultramarathon Running" with Dr Ricardo Costa PhD (Monash University, Australia). ** NOTE: This is 1 of several upcoming ultra-endurance focussed episodes ** In this session we get into: Defining an Ultramarathon Physiological Demands Key Nutritional Considerations Low Carb & Fat Adaptation: What the Evidence Says Gastrointestinal Disturbances & Ultra Sports Exercise, Food and the Gut Intro to FODMAPs (will be a specific future podcast FYI) Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 116 of the Guru Performance "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition Considerations for Young Athletes" with Marcus Hannon PhD(c) (Liverpool John Moores University & Everton FC). In this session we get into: Defining Young / Youth Athletes Energy Availability for Growth, Development & Performance Macronutrients Needs & Requirements Micronutrients Needs & Requirements Thermoregulation and Fluid Balance Supplements Practical Considerations Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 115 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Dietary Fat and Elite Endurance Performance" with Dr Jill Leckey PhD (Australian Cycling Team). In this session we get into: Defining Endurance Performance, and the Difference Between 'Elite' and 'Normal' Athletes as it Relates to Exercise Physiology and Metabolism Differentiating Good, Bad, and Irrelevant Research to Inform Practice Fat and its Relative Importance as a Fuel (Substrate) for Elite Endurance Athletes Fatty Acid Availability and Impact on Prolonged Continuous Running to Fatigue Dietary Fat and Impact on Metabolic Flexibility The Evidence for Carbohydrate Dependence as the Predominant Substrate for Elite Endurance Performance Ketone Diester Ingestion and Impact on Performance in Elite Cyclists Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.co

Episode 114 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "The Global Sports Nutrition Practitioner" with Dan Kings MSc MBA (Assistant Director Sports Science, Aspetar, Qatar). In this session we get into: Cultural diversity and its relevance to the sports nutritionist, sport scientist, S&C Coach etc The global sports nutritionist: what does this mean and why it's important to become one Cultural differences (i.e. beliefs, traditions, social and religious traits etc) Practitioner competencies and the vital importance of developing and enhancing "soft skills" CQ: defining "Cultural Intelligence" and its importance to the practitioners' "soft skills" Implications to both research and practice in sport & exercise science and nutrition Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 113 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "DXA and Body Composition Assessment: Gold Standard or Gold Plated?" with Dr Julia Bone PhD (Sport Institute Northern Ireland, UK). In this session we get into: DXA defined in the context of its design and use as an imaging system Body composition reference methods DXA use in research and practice in sport and exercise science and nutrition Standardisation and measurement errors in body composition assessment using DXA Effects of exercise, nutrition and hydration, menstrual cycle etc on DXA measurements of body composition Best practice protocols for optimise "accuracy and reliability" of DXA assessments for use in research and practice Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 112 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Hydration and Performance: Evidence Unpacked" with Dr Lewis James PhD (Loughborough University, UK). In this session we get into: Dehydration and Fluid Balance Hypohydration and Exercise Performance The Evidence Base (what we do and don't know) Relevant Effects of Hypohydration on Performance Common Myths About Hydration and Rehydration in Athletes Hydration Testing and Practical Strategies Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 111 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Paper to Podium: Translating Sports Nutrition Research" with Prof Graeme Close (Liverpool John Moores University, UK). In this session we get into: Defining Evidence-Based Practice The Evolution of Sports Nutrition Research Research Papers: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Translational Issues in Sports Nutrition Research Competence & Expertise in Sports Nutrition Practice Using the Paper-to-Podium Matrix to Inform Practice Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 110 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition Support for Exercise Induced Injury" with Prof Kevin Tipton PhD (University of Durham, UK). In this session we get into: Defining Exercise Induced Injury Inflammation Injuries Involving Immobilization and/or Reduced Activity Muscle Tissue Injuries Energy Balance and Restriction The Evidence-Base for Nutrition and Injury Support Diet, Nutrition, and Supplements for Injury Support Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com

Episode 109 of the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Collagen Peptides for Injury Prevention & Tissue repair" with Prof Keith Baar PhD (University of California Davis, USA). In this session we get into: Role and importance to athletes of connective tissue and collagen synthesis. Diet and exercise impact on collagen synthesis. The potentially beneficial role of supplementing collagen peptides for injury prevention and tissue repair. The various collagen derivatives (i.e. Gelatin and Hydrolyzed Collagen) and the important role of Vitamin C status. Dosage, timing, and other important considerations. Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.GuruPerformance.com