The Science of Sports Performance

How to Deadlift: An Excerpt from Episode 6

This is an excerpt from Episode 6 of The Science Of Sports Performance, titled "Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts." This is the deadlift portion of the episode. Due to the length of the segments, I felt it fitting to post each portion as bonus episodes. Expect to learn about the biomechanics, technique, cues, equipment, and accessory exercise related to the deadlift.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/veLCHjNBlhQ?si=kVpxs5npsPEUA14q
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How to Bench Press: An Excerpt from Episode 6

This is an excerpt from Episode 6 of The Science Of Sports Performance, titled "Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts." This is the bench press portion of the episode. Due to the length of the segments, I felt it fitting to post each portion as bonus episodes. Expect to learn about the biomechanics, technique, cues, equipment, and accessory exercise related to the barbell bench press.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/veLCHjNBlhQ?si=kVpxs5npsPEUA14q
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please, like or comment on this episode on YouTube, leave a review for the show on Apple or Spotify, and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. These small efforts really do help this show to reach more viewers who may be interested in it. You can also share this episode or the show with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any questions or content suggestions, please leave them in my comment section on YouTube. I do read all the comments.
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How to Squat: An Excerpt from Episode 6

This is an excerpt from Episode 6 of The Science Of Sports Performance, titled "Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts." This is the squat portion of the episode coming in at 56 minutes! Because of its length, I felt it fitting to upload this clip distinctly to podcast platforms.
Expect to learn about the biomechanics, technique, cues, equipment, and accessory exercise related to the barbell back squat.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/veLCHjNBlhQ?si=kVpxs5npsPEUA14q
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please, like or comment on this episode on YouTube, leave a review for the show on Apple or Spotify, and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. These small efforts really do help this show to reach more viewers who may be interested in it. You can also share this episode or the show with someone who might enjoy it.
If you have any questions or content suggestions, please leave them in my comment section on YouTube. I do read all the comments.
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Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts | Episode 6

In our last episode I talked about neural adaptations for strength gain, and common periodization powerlifters use to get ready for a meet. I realized that I wanted to spend some time going over the 3 lifts themselves, including biomechanics, technique, equipment, and accessory exercises. I also spend some time going over studies about ergogenic aids: tools that are supposed to increase physical performance, including ammonia smelling salts, music, and psyching up. If you would like to work with me directly as your powerlifting coach, send me a message!
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please, like or comment on this episode on YouTube, leave a review for the show on Apple or Spotify, and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. These small efforts really do help this show to reach more viewers who may be interested in it. You can also share this episode or the show with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any questions or content suggestions, please leave them in my comment section on YouTube. I do read all the comments.
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Powerlifting, Strength Gain, and Neural Adaptations | Episode 5

In this episode, I recap my recent powerlifting meet, and discuss how we can become stronger without necessarily growing muscle through neural adaptations in our muscles. I discuss some physiology, and the results of a study that tested low, intermediate, and high rep training protocols. I also talk about a common training "periodization" that an athlete would use to prepare for a powerlifting meet, and topics like making weight and carb loading. If you would like to work with me directly, as your powerlifting coach, send me a message!
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please, like or comment on this episode on YouTube, leave a review for the show on Apple or Spotify, and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. These small efforts really do help this show to reach more viewers who may be interested in it. You can also share this episode or the show with someone who might enjoy it.
If you have any questions or content suggestions, please leave them in my comment section on YouTube. I do read all the comments.
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How I Write an Exercise Coaching Plan | Episode 4

This Episode is Part 2 of 2 in a series on how I would write both a Nutrition and an Exercise Plan for 4 different clients whose goals are maximizing athletic performance, bulking, cutting, and large amounts of weight loss. I want to show you the thought processes that go into helping my clients and athletes so that you can notice patterns and hopefully be able to apply good principles to your own routine. Of course, if you would like to work with me directly, send me a message! If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please, like or comment on this episode on YouTube, leave a review for the show on Apple or Spotify, and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. These small efforts really do help this show to reach more viewers who may be interested in it. You can also share this episode or the show with someone who might enjoy it. If you have any questions or content suggestions, please leave them in my comment section on YouTube. I do read all the comments. Instagram: ‪@ben_pressler‬ Facebook: Ben Pressler For coaching or business inquiries: benpresslercoaching@gmail.com

How I Write a Nutrition Coaching Plan | Episode 3

This Episode is Part 1 of 2 in a series on how I would write both a Nutrition and an Exercise Plan for 4 different clients whose goals are maximizing athletic performance, bulking, cutting, and large amounts of weight loss. I want to show you the thought processes that go into helping my clients and athletes so that you can notice patterns and hopefully be able to apply good principles to your own routine. Of course, if you would like to work with me directly, send me a message!
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please, like or comment on this episode on YouTube, leave a review for the show on Apple or Spotify, and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. These small efforts really do help this show to reach more viewers who may be interested in it. You can also share this episode or the show with someone who might enjoy it.
If you have any questions or content suggestions, please leave them in my comment section on YouTube. I do read all the comments.
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Manipulating Body Composition | Episode 2

In this episode we discuss the science behind, and practice advice on how to manipulate body composition through fat loss and muscle gain. We discuss topics such as whether calories dictate weight loss, various types of popular diets, tools to create sustainable habits, and how many calories are required for your body type. We discuss topics such as protein consumption, range of motion and fueling your training session. We even discuss nutritional implications for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please, like or comment on this episode on YouTube, leave a review for the show on Apple or Spotify, and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. These small efforts really do help this show to reach more viewers who may be interested in it. You can also share this episode or the show with someone who might enjoy it.
If you have any questions or content suggestions, please leave them in my comment section on YouTube. I do read all the comments.
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How We Know What We Do About Nutrition and Exercise | Episode 1

In episode 1 of this podcast, it felt fitting to me to discuss how research is conducted on the topics I will be covering on this show. We cover Cohort studies, Case-control studies, Human Randomized Controlled Trials, Rodent Studies, and Meta Analyses. We discuss the strengths and limitations of each and give specific examples and how we can take information from these studies.
I also talk about how you all in my audience can determine if a claim is valid and reliable. There is a lot of misinformation in the fitness industry and I want you all to be able to understand if an influencer or a product is trying to mislead of scare you into purchasing their products.
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please, like or comment on this episode on YouTube, leave a review for the show on Apple or Spotify, and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. These small efforts really do help this show to reach more viewers who may be interested in it. You can also share this episode or the show with someone who might enjoy it.
If you have any questions or content suggestions, please leave them in my comment section on YouTube. I do read all the comments.
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Welcome to The Science of Sports Performance

Welcome to The Science of Sports Performance Podcast! 
I am your host, Ben Pressler. I am currently an undergraduate student at BYU majoring in both Nutritional and Exercise Sciences.
In this podcast, we will discuss a variety of topics such as fundamentals of nutrition, how to train and fuel for a specific event or goal, hydration, sports supplements, and so on. Whether you're a competitive athlete in an organized sport, a parent trying to improve your fitness, or someone who just wants to be healthy into old age, I hope that the principles discussed in this show will be of value to you.
Thank you for you interest, and I wish you the best in your sport, whatever it may be!