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1 % Better - Hidden Stories in Sport

1% Better Podcast
Cycling
Tour De France
Nutrition
Hydration
Running
Precision Fuel and Hydration
Endurance Sports
Heat Training
Athletic Performance
Endurance Training
Triathlon
Sports Science
Music
Olympics
Comrades Marathon
Marathon Training
Coaching
Gold Zones
Supplements
Exercise

We often see the top layer or performance but its the lesser known stories, science and happenings where the real fascination and wonder lies. Join us as we discuss what is happening in sport, just that little bit deeper and differently to what you may expect. Hosted by Xylon van Eyck & Dr David Lipman

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In part 3 of the energy series, Aitor joins us to discuss carbohydrates and carbohydrate intake. He brings a wealth of experience and anecdotes from his time working with professional athletes in addition to an extensive knowledge of the literature i... more

After some early discussions thanks to both some research and listener questions and input we briefly touch on Zegama, the Shanghai diamond league and the Football World Cup before jumping into the interview.

Our guest this week is Assistant Profes... more

In part 2 of the energy series, Aitor joins us again to discuss energy expenditure and why it is the lens with which to view everything at a first principles level. This follows on from the previous episode about building a performance environment, t... more

We have some great research to discuss in this episode including a paper looking at durability differences between men and women and another looking at who is the GOAT of running. Aside from this we look at Jimmy Gressier’s 1hr WR attempt, review som... more

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Recent Guests

Aitor Virobet
Guest expert discussing energy expenditure and measurement methods
Episode: Energy Expenditure - Aitor Viribay Energy Series pt 2
Melissa Muzeau
PhD candidate researching affect in endurance performance; collaborator with On Running; former co-founder/CTO/CEO of Sport Testing
University of Canberra; Active Brain Group; On Running; Inside
Episode: Is Enjoyment of Suffering Linked to Performance? - Melissa Muzeau
Rachel Entrekin
Professional ultra trail runner for Norda, Precision Fuel and Hydration, and more
NordA/Precision Fuel and Hydration
Episode: Mutliday Endurance Events & Pro vs Amateur - Rachel Entrekin
Associate Professor Kim Hébert-Losier
Expert in Musculoskeletal Lower Extremity Health and Assessment; researcher on footwear and running economy
University of Waikato; Adams Center for High Performance Biomechanics Research
Episode: What Makes Super Shoes Work? - Assoc. Prof Kim Hébert-Losier
Jimmy Whelan
Professional runner for Salomon, former pro cyclist
Salomon
Episode: What Pro Cycling Can Teach Running - Jimmy Whelan
Dan Squires
Guest co-host
Episode: Data vs Feel, Sex Tests & Short Cut Marathons
Petter Engdahl
Professional trail runner and skier for Team Adidas
Adidas
Episode: Boston Marathon and Balancing Crosstraining - Petter Engdahl Professional Trailrunner
Aitor Viribay
Global Sports Performance Director at Salomon, a consultant exercise physiologist, and founder of several performance-related initiatives.
Salomon
Episode: Building a Performance Environment - Aitor Viribay
Pete McKnight
Performance consultant advising professional teams, national governing bodies, and organizations on optimizing sport science and medical services.
Episode: Developing Athletes in the UAE - Pete McKnight

Hosts

Dr. David Lipman
Co-host and physician with a focus on performance and sport science.
Xylon van Eyck
Co-host and host, engaged in sports science and endurance culture.

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#37
United Arab Emirates/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#181
Austria/Sports

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Is Enjoyment of Suffering Linked to Performance? - Melissa Muzeau
Q: Why is individual profiling important as opposed to a one-size-fits-all approach to training?
There isn't a single best profile; athletes regulate effort differently, so strategies should be tailored to each person's affective response and perceived effort to optimize performance.
Is Enjoyment of Suffering Linked to Performance? - Melissa Muzeau
Q: How do you define affect and motivation in the context of endurance performance?
Affect is described as the combination of affective balance and activation during exercise, while motivation is about how much effort one is willing to put in; together they influence pacing and endurance outcomes.
Is Enjoyment of Suffering Linked to Performance? - Melissa Muzeau
Q: So what made you decide to pursue a PhD and focus on the affective aspects of performance?
Melissa explains that after Sport Testing closed, she wanted to explore psychological and cognitive aspects to show athletes are more than bodies moving; she sought a lab and brand collaboration (On Running) to pursue this line.
Sub 2 & Solving Cramping
Q: What is the guest's current thinking on the cramping problem and the most promising approach so far?
The guest describes a phased, data-driven process, starting with hypotheses around wetsuits, electrolytes, and sodium, moving to Active Release Therapy for nerve-related aspects, and ultimately finding that a reduced carb-load during heavy events has shown potential in reducing cramps, though they stress that outcomes are individualized and require careful testing.
What Makes Super Shoes Work? - Assoc. Prof Kim Hébert-Losier
Q: What defines a super shoe and why does it matter for runners?
A super shoe combines high stack foam with energy return, a stiff midsole plate, and rocker geometry to reduce running economy cost; it shifts workload up the kinetic chain and can improve efficiency, but adoption requires careful consideration of adaptation, injury risk, and individual biomechanics.

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This show concentrates on deeper, often overlooked angles inside sport—blending science, technology, training tactics, and industry shifts with a focus on endurance and running culture. Across episodes, conversations frequently center on training methodologies for endurance athletes, the use of biometrics and data to optimize performance, recovery and brain health in sport, and how digital platforms and business models influence participation and sponsorship. Guests range from elite athletes and coaches to researchers and technology experts, yielding practical, science-backed insights useful for athletes, coaches, teams, and brands seeking to connect with performance-minded audiences. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous sport scienc... more

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