In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob and Yoeri Pegel discuss the unique challenges and demands faced by goalkeepers in modern football, particularly in the context of Yoeri's transition from Ajax to San Diego FC. They explore the specialized training required for goalkeepers, the evolving role of goalkeepers in the game, and the importance of tailored strength and conditioning programs. The discussion also touches on the testing and monitoring of goalkeeper performance, emphasiz...
Jun 12, 2025•52 min•Ep. 623
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Loren Landow discusses his extensive experience in the performance field, including his transition from business ownership to his current role at Notre Dame. He emphasizes the importance of a team approach in rehabilitation, the integration of various disciplines, and the balance between art and science in the rehabilitation process. Loren shares insights on the industry's evolution regarding return to play protocols, the significance of maintain...
Jun 05, 2025•49 min•Ep. 622
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Tyler Lesher, head athletic trainer for UCLA men's basketball, discusses the current state of athletic training in the US, the importance of gut health in recovery, and the challenges faced by athletic trainers. He emphasizes the need for a balance between research and clinical practice, the gut-brain connection, and practical interventions for improving gut health. Tyler also shares insights on assessing gut health and the significance of testin...
May 29, 2025•47 min•Ep. 621
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob welcomes back Enda King to discuss the complexities of athletic hip and groin pain. He explores the upcoming conference where Enda will present on leading hip and groin issues, delve into the challenges of diagnosing and managing these injuries, and discuss the importance of understanding the underlying causes of pain. Enda shares insights from his role in Doha at Aspetar, focusing on clinical pathways and the evolution of rehabilitation prac...
May 21, 2025•50 min•Ep. 620
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob interviews David Clancy, who shares insights into the recruitment landscape within high-performance sports. David discusses his background in sports medicine and physiotherapy, his role at Next Level Group, and the intricacies of building relationships in recruitment. He elaborates on the recruitment process, the importance of understanding client needs, and the significance of ongoing support for placed candidates. The conversation also touc...
May 08, 2025•58 min•Ep. 619
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob speaks to Romain Tourillon who discusses the misconceptions around general understanding, testing and training of the foot and ankle sports performance and rehabilitation. Romain shares insights from his PhD research, emphasizing the roles of intrinsic and extrinsic muscles, the significance of holistic evaluation methods, and the need for dynamic training protocols. He highlights that although isometric training has a big place in the traini...
May 01, 2025•57 min•Ep. 618
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob interviews Josh Nelson, the Director of Performance Science for the Atlanta Falcons. Josh shares his journey from a coaching family to his current role, discussing the key qualities he prioritizes when training quarterbacks. He delves into the differences between in-season and off-season training, the importance of upper body strength, and how he assesses movement quality. The importance of a multifaceted testing regime is highlighted, with r...
Apr 24, 2025•49 min•Ep. 617
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob speaks to Alex Wolf who delves into the adaptation-led approach to strength training, contrasting it with traditional methods. Alex shares his extensive background in strength conditioning and discusses the importance of defining outcomes before selecting training methods. He emphasizes the need for specificity in training and provides examples of how to effectively target adaptations. The discussion also highlights the challenges and misconc...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 616
In this episode of the Pace Performance Podcast, Rob speaks to Pete Burridge who delves into the complexities of energy system development in rugby, exploring how it intertwines with tactical and technical execution under physical and mental strain. They discuss the importance of energy system development tailored to the game model, the role of testing in performance, and the strategies employed during pre-season conditioning. Pete shares insights from his experiences at various rugby clubs, emp...
Apr 04, 2025•56 min•Ep. 615
This conversation delves into the critical aspects of growth and maturation in youth football with staff from the Brentford FC academy and industry experts, focusing on biological maturation, assessment methods, injury prevention, and talent identification. Our guests discuss their experiences and insights on how to effectively monitor and support young footballers through their developmental stages, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and education. This conversation d...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 614
In this episode of the Pace Performance Podcast, Rob is speaking to Tim Roberts, the sports medicine manager at the UFC Performance Institute in Mexico City, shares his extensive background in sports physiotherapy and the importance of multi-sport experience in developing as a clinician. He discusses the significance of strength profiling in MMA, the tiered diagnostic approach used at the UFCPI, and the technology and tools employed for athlete assessment. Tim emphasizes the need for tailored in...
Mar 19, 2025•58 min•Ep. 613
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Tim McGrath discusses the complexities of ACL injuries, emphasizing the importance of blending art and science in rehabilitation. He shares insights on assessing athletes' risk factors, the significance of biomechanical evaluations, and the necessity of effective communication in sports settings. Tim also highlights the role of biases in training and assessment, advocating for a structured approach to skill acquisition and injury prevention. In t...
Mar 12, 2025•48 min•Ep. 612
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Kyle Sammons shares his journey from being a college athlete to becoming a sports science coordinator with the Arizona Cardinals. He discusses his experiences in sports technology and how they shaped his approach to athlete rehabilitation and performance enhancement. Central to the conversation is the Beast Factory Framework, a methodology developed to aid in the recovery of injured athletes, emphasizing a neuro-mechanical approach to training. K...
Mar 05, 2025•56 min•Ep. 611
In this conversation, Chris Chase, Director of Performance at the Memphis Grizzlies, discusses the significance of deceleration in athletic performance, particularly in basketball. He emphasizes the need for strength coaches to adapt to technological advancements and the importance of understanding multi-directional speed. The conversation also touches on the evolution of training methods and the necessity of effective testing for deceleration and acceleration. In this conversation, Chris Chase ...
Feb 26, 2025•53 min•Ep. 610
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Luke Sewell discusses his aggressive yet structured approach to hamstring injury rehabilitation, emphasizing early loading, objective monitoring, and collaboration, that can accelerate recovery and minimize reinjury risk while maintaining player confidence and performance. His approach emphasizes a collaborative, aggressive rehabilitation strategy developed over several years, aiming to accelerate recovery while minimizing reinjury risk. A key co...
Feb 19, 2025•47 min•Ep. 609
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob speaks to Anthony Donskov about reflexive eccentrics. Reflexive eccentric training is gaining recognition for its role in improving athletic performance and reducing injury risk. In this episode, Anthony breaks down the principles, programming, and practical applications of this training method, emphasizing the importance of stiffness, speed, and strategic progressions in athlete development. Anthony discusses how reflexive eccentrics involve...
Feb 12, 2025•51 min•Ep. 608
On this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Jake Tuura shares his journey into tendon training after personal struggles with jumper’s knee. He highlights the critical role tendons play in sports performance, acting as energy-storing structures that absorb and release force during high-intensity movements. Proper tendon stiffness minimizes excessive strain, reducing the risk of tendon injuries such as tendinopathy and ruptures. Jake explains that developing tendon stiffness takes time and i...
Feb 06, 2025•47 min•Ep. 607
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Steph Mock Grubbs and Ryan Grubbs discuss their experiences transitioning across different sports, levels, and job roles within elite performance environments. Their journey from college athletics to professional sports highlights the evolution of roles in strength & conditioning, rehab, and sports science. Steph, now with the Houston Astros, and Ryan, working with the Houston Texans, explain how reconditioning bridges the gap between rehab a...
Jan 30, 2025•57 min•Ep. 606
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Molly Binetti, Director of Women’s Basketball Performance at the University of South Carolina, discusses the transformation of the women’s basketball program under Coach Dawn Staley. With two national championships and record-breaking attendance, the program exemplifies success through holistic athlete development, individualized training, and strong relationships. Molly emphasizes the importance of blending skill development with athleticism, fo...
Jan 23, 2025•51 min•Ep. 605
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Nick Court, Johan Lahti, and Matthew Bourne discuss strategies for reducing hamstring injury risk in elite football players, emphasizing the importance of individualized training, eccentric conditioning, and movement mechanics. Despite advancements, hamstring injuries remain prevalent due to the increasing demands of high-speed running and eccentric contractions in sports. Eccentric training, particularly the Nordic hamstring exercise, has proven...
Jan 16, 2025•55 min•Ep. 604
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Charlie Faulkner discusses the critical importance of deceleration and change of direction (COD) in sports performance, emphasizing tailored training approaches and practical experience. Charlie highlights his journey in coaching, where understanding the demands of each game and the specific movement qualities required has been central to his philosophy. Deceleration and COD are essential biomotor qualities that influence high-intensity actions i...
Dec 19, 2024•55 min•Ep. 603
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is joined by Angus Ross who explores the significance of eccentric training in sports performance and injury prevention, offering insights into its application and benefits. With a background in speed and power sports, Angus shares his journey from an athlete and physiologist to an elite strength coach, emphasizing the importance of hard work and innovative methods in training. Eccentric training, which combines high velocity and force, is hi...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 602
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is speaking to Bryan Heiderscheit, Fearghal Kerin and Emidio Pacecca. The topic of this conversation is all around MRI and its use in athlete performance profiling. MRI scans are usually thought of an expensive tool that is used when an athlete gets injured. But in this episode we break down those barriers and disciver how they can be used, through technology like Springbok Analytics, in other ways to improve performance and mitigate injury r...
Nov 21, 2024•58 min•Ep. 601
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is speaking to Alex Natera, Danny Lum, and Matt Taberner to discuss the role of isometric training in sports performance and rehabilitation, focusing on its ability to enhance strength, recovery, and dynamic performance. Isometric training is increasingly recognized for its utility in sports, especially given the challenge of maintaining effective strength training amidst intense competition schedules. It is effective for improving muscle sti...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 600
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Luke Fitzpatrick, Head of Data Science at VALD, discusses the role of data science in sports technology and the importance of data quality and security. He explains the process of generating normative data and how clients can get the most out of their data. Luke also shares interesting insights, such as the age at which adolescents experience the largest strength development and the average strength of NFL players compared to the general populati...
Sep 19, 2024•43 min•Ep. 599
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is speaking to Rehabilitation Coordinator at PSV Eindhoven, Nick van der Horst. Nick shares his journey from aspiring footballer to sports physiotherapist, where he now focuses on rehabilitation at PSV Eindhoven. Nick advocates for preseason screenings that assess isometric strength, mobility, and contralateral limb function to identify individual risks. He also highlights the importance of iliopsoas mobility for hamstring flexibility and spr...
Sep 11, 2024•46 min•Ep. 598
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Johan Lahti discusses the complexities of assessing sprint technique in relation to hamstring injury risk. While technology has made sprint assessment more accessible, measuring its impact on injury risk remains challenging, and Johan questions whether it's always worth the effort. However, he emphasizes the importance of focusing on key aspects of technique, such as minimizing time under tension and analyzing movement patterns like overstriding ...
Sep 05, 2024•54 min•Ep. 597
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Professor in Sport and Exercise Science, Charlie Pedlar delves into the importance of understanding the unique physiological responses of female athletes to optimize their health and sports performance. He highlights the progress made in recent years, particularly in recognizing the impact of menstrual cycles and iron deficiency on female athletes. Charlie explains that menstrual cycles, which were often overlooked in the past, play a crucial rol...
Aug 29, 2024•58 min•Ep. 596
In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Alan Murdoch discusses the "fast to fit" approach to rehabilitation. Alan advocates for prioritizsng movement assessment over tests, underscoring the value of a strong coaching eye in identifying and addressing underlying issues in athletic movement. This approach allows for more targeted interventions, enhancing the effectiveness of rehabilitation. The "fast to fit" approach focuses on incorporating high-intensity actions early in rehab, aiming ...
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 595
n this podcast, Kasper Thornton, Group Director of Human Performance at Right to Dream, discusses the complexities and strategies involved in leading a performance department across multiple clubs. He emphasizes a "person-first" approach, where selecting candidates based on mindset, values, and team fit is prioritized over mere technical skills. This approach is crucial in developing a cohesive and effective performance department across multiple clubs, each with its unique culture and challenge...
Aug 15, 2024•49 min•Ep. 594
