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Experts in Sport

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Loughborough University
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Tennis
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Football
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Speed-Duration Relationship
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Deception In Rugby
African Cup Of Nations
NFL Academy
Concussion
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Experts in Sport: The Loughborough University Sportcast, a podcast which brings together sporting excellence and academic knowledge. Hosted by the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University.

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Data driven innovation: 2:42

Athlete voices: 10:38

Academic barriers: 18:14

Hormonal changes: 23:46

Encouraging participation: 29:40

Data transformation: 33:19

The next generation: 39:20

Next steps: 45:16

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For millions of women, the journey to fitness can be a frustrating one, filled with confusing advice that doesn't seem to fit their bodies. But what if the problem isn't with them, but with the industry itself? In this episode of Loughborough Univers... more

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Baz Moffat
Former Team GB rower and CEO of The Well HQ
The Well HQ
Episode: E97: Are we setting women up to fail in fitness?
Karen Carney
Former England International Broadcaster and Loughborough University Ambassador for Sport Health and Wellbeing
Loughborough University
Episode: E93: Beyond the Baseline: Why Women’s Sport Needs More Research & Innovation
Dr. Ian Taylor
Reader in Motivation Science at Loughborough University and author of Time Hacks
Loughborough University
Episode: E91: Time Hacks - The psychology of time and how to spend it
Dr. Luke Roberts
Director of Resolve Consultants Limited, expert in conflict resolution and complex systems change
Resolve Consultants Limited
Episode: E88: The Myth of Systems Change - Why Your Efforts Are Futile (And What to Do Instead)
Lerina Bright
Executive Director of Mission 89, an international NGO working to prevent trafficking and exploitation of athletes
Mission 89
Episode: E87: Human trafficking in the global sports ecosystem
Dr. Serhat Yilmaz
Senior Lecturer in Sports Law with a focus on safeguarding young talent in sport
Loughborough University
Episode: E87: Human trafficking in the global sports ecosystem
Tammy Harrison
One of the stars from the Equal Play documentary.
Episode: E85: Equal Play - Improving physical education for everyone
Lynn Harrison
Tammy's mother and support assistant.
Episode: E85: Equal Play - Improving physical education for everyone
Vladyslava Kravchenko
Two-time Paralympian from Malta and chartered accountant involved in the Paralympic movement
Paralympic Committee of Malta
Episode: E78: Loughborough's role in inspiring change within Para sport

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Martin Foster
Host of the Experts in Sport podcast and affiliated with the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University.

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E97: Are we setting women up to fail in fitness?
Q: What is your thoughts on the current educational requirements to become a fitness instructor or a personal trainer?
Baz highlights the lack of female-specific education in existing personal training courses, which leads to poor training experiences and potential harm for female clients.
E97: Are we setting women up to fail in fitness?
Q: Can you let our audience know a little bit about yourself?
Baz shares her journey from a young athlete with enthusiasm, facing challenges during her university years, to becoming a personal trainer and co-founding The Well HQ to educate others about female health.
E96: Strength in Numbers - Researching Gender Equity in Wheelchair Rugby
Q: Why does gender equity mean so much to you and your roles?
All speakers emphasized the need for representation, visibility, and equal opportunities for female athletes in wheelchair rugby.
E94: Supporting Performance: The Critical Role of Sports Bras in Women’s Sport
Q: How can we think about governing bodies and companies better integrating research into product development?
We need to educate women on what to look for in bras and ensure that bra manufacturers cater to a diverse range of sizes.
E94: Supporting Performance: The Critical Role of Sports Bras in Women’s Sport
Q: What do you see are the health implications of poorly designed sportswear for women?
It deters women from participating in sports, particularly those with larger breasts, as they experience breast pain and embarrassment.

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What is Experts in Sport about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intersection of academic research and sports, this collection of discussions emphasizes pressing issues surrounding sports, health, and education. Exploring topics such as gender equity in sports, the importance of design in sports apparel, and the psychological aspects of time management, episodes feature insights from experts, advocates, and practitioners in the field. Noteworthy elements include a dedicated exploration of systemic changes needed in sports governance and the urgent challenges like human trafficking in athletics, making it a significant platform for raising awareness and proposing solutions across various dimensions of the sports ecosystem.

With contributions from Loughborough University's faculty and profe... more

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2. Karen Carney
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