Body Science Podcast Series

When it comes to training and nutrition “facts”, you’ve heard them all, but which ones should you believe? Body Science’s Greg Young gets the cold, hard, science-backed truth from Professor Chris McLellan, one of the leaders in sports science and strength and conditioning around the world. Dr Mac is a Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, has a Phd in Exercise and Sports Science, a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy and has over 25 years experience working in the NRL, AFL & professional Rugby Union around the world. PLUS his research has resulted in over 90 published works in peer reviewed journals, published abstracts and presentations at national and international conferences…In short, he knows what he’s talking about. You can’t argue with hard science.

Fuel yourself to be strong! Body Science’s Greg Young talks top nutrition strategies for strength and power with Accredited Dietitian and Sports Dietitian Harriet Walker @athleticeating - founder of Athletic Eating, as well as a powerlifting, CrossFit and Strongman/StrongWoman competitor. When you’re training for performance, not just aesthetics, nutrition takes an even more vital role. Find out how to optimise your intake for results, the importance of pre- and post-workout nutrition, common pitfalls holding you back, how to fuel on competition/game day to smash it out of the park, and top supplements for strength and power. As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only - please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle. #bodysciencepodcast #bsc @bscgreg @athleticeating

Find out why Testosterone matters - whether you're MALE or FEMALE - and what to do about it! Did you know that low T-levels have been linked to conditions such as depression, inflammation, infertility, muscle degradation, obesity, heart disease, insulin resistance, metabolic disorder, and more? Body Science's Greg Young talks all things testosterone with Prof Chris McLellan, one of the leaders in Sports Science and Strength & Conditioning around the world. Tune in for everything you need to know about testosterone - the king of male hormones: What it is and how it's produced. Testosterone myths and misconceptions. The signs of low T-levels you should look out for. What's killing your testosterone. And top tips for what you can do increase your testosterone levels. As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes ONLY - please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional, before making any changes to your current lifestyle.

What’s the deal on fat? Fat used to be demonised, now high-fat diets are sold as the holy grail for weight loss. Accredited Dietitian and Sports Dietitian Harriet Walker chews the fat with Body Science’s Greg Young to break down all things F-A-T: fat digestion, metabolism, types of fats, saturated vs unsaturated fats, fat’s role in the body, whether MCTs really can help you burn fat, if vegetable fats are healthier for you, the best oils to cook with, just how much fat you should be having and how to track your fat intake.

The fitness industry is changing and no longer are gyms simply a place to work out. The owners of ACTV Health, Anthony Bartolo and Nutri-Grain Ironman champion Alastair Day, chat with Body Science’s Greg Young about their unique approach to health and fitness. Built on their combined passion and experience, ACTV is a community where the aim is to not only provide the best hour of your day but improve you physically, mentally and emotionally. Is this the future of fitness? @anthonybartolo__ @alastairday @actvstrengthco @bodyscience #bodysciencepodcast As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only – please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.

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They may not be the glamour muscles like biceps or glutes, but strong hamstrings are key to speed, power, agility, injury prevention and great looking pins. Prof Chris McLellan, one of the world’s leading sports science experts, and Titan’s Head Physiotherapist Adam Russell flex their extensive knowledge and experience, talking all things hamstrings and the facts you need to know. Listen in as they discuss the top 5 exercises to build your hamstrings, complex anatomy of the hamstrings, tips for rehab, plus common injuries and how to prevent them.

When it comes to training and nutrition “facts”, you’ve heard them all, but which ones should you believe? Women shouldn’t train like men. You’re not activating your glutes. Heavy weights are for bulking and light weights are for toning. You can spot reduce fat. Adrenal fatigue doesn’t exist. The more you sweat, the more fat you burn. You need to get DOMS to get results. Do fasted cardio to burn fat… Body Science’s Greg Young gets the cold, hard, science-backed truth from Professor Chris McLellan, one of the leaders in sports science and strength and conditioning around the world. Dr Mac is a Professor of Exercise and Sports Science at the University of Southern Queensland, has a Phd in Exercise and Sports Science, a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy and has over 25 years experience working in the NRL, AFL and professional Rugby Union around the world. PLUS his research has resulted in over 90 published works in peer reviewed journals, published abstracts and presentations at national and international conferences…In short, he knows what he’s talking about. You can’t argue with hard science.

Want to become a better trainer? Body Science’s Greg Young @bscgreg talks with Strength & Conditioning Coaches Wade Farmer (Chocolate Box Training) @wade.farmer and Clint Hill (Lift Performance) @clint_hillstrength on networking can be the key to building your skillset and changing the industry. Stop seeing other trainers as competition and instead build professional relationships to tap into a new and exciting knowledge pool, improve your offering by referring to specialists in the area, and increase your own referrals from others. You don’t have to know everything, but you can know someone who does. As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only – please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle. www.bodyscience.com.au/podcast instagram.com.au/bodyscience

From the high-performance athlete through to high-pressure corporate executives and entrepreneurs, we are all pushing to achieve more. Body Science’s Greg Young speaks with Dr Craig Duncan, one of Australia's leading Performance Scientists and founder of Performance Intelligence Agency, on how you can use the science-backed strategies employed by winning elite sports teams to increase your own potential - on the sporting field, in the gym, in the office and in daily life. Dr Duncan takes a holistic approach to improving performance that includes the importance of sleep, exercise and nutrition, and looks at strategies such as stress management, morning rituals, sleep recovery and managing fatigue. Listen in and learn how to get more out of yourself every day. As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only – please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle. www.bodyscience.com.au/podcast instagram.com.au/bodyscience

If you want to achieve your fitness goals, hiring a personal trainer can be one of the best investments you’ll ever make. But with every gym floor and Instagram feed crawling with PTs, how do you find a trainer that will really get you results? We talk with fitness industry professionals and top trainers Dan Conn and Prof Chris McLellan about what to look for in a personal trainer, how to choose the right PT for you, and the warning signs you could be wasting your money. As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only – please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle. www.bodyscience.com.au/podcast instagram.com.au/bodyscience

Why are you training? If you’re going to the gym just to go to the gym, you’re wasting your time. This is the philosophy of Chocolate Box Training, a gym like no other, where beginners to pros train for Kokoda, for Everest, for self-improvement and for fun. Body Science’s Greg Young talks with Wade Farmer, S&C coach at Chocolate Box Training, Bachelor of Med Science, lifter, motivator, and campaigner against mediocrity about setting goals, challenging yourself and achieving more than you thought possible. With ultra marathon runner Pat Farmer as his uncle, it’s no surprise Wade believes in pushing your limits. As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only – please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle. www.bodyscience.com.au/podcast instagram.com.au/bodyscience

Are you responsible for holding yourself back? Stop making excuses and start living life to the fullest. Born with a severe disability that rendered him a double amputee, John Coutis defied medical opinion by refusing to die. Despite having no legs, he’s one of the most physically active, positive and determined people you will ever meet. Body Science’s Greg Young talks with John and his trainer Mark Mathie (of Wickedbodz) about overcoming barriers, stopping your own pity party, blocking out the negatives and being the best that you can be. Here is a pretty incredible video for people who are making excuses to skip the gym https://www.johncoutis.com/johns-gym-workout/ As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only – please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle. www.bodyscience.com.au/podcast instagram.com.au/bodyscience

In today’s podcast, elite Strength & Conditioning Coach Clint Hill – the man responsible for training a bevy of high level clients including world champs, Olympians and winning rugby teams – talks to Body Science Founder Greg Young about how to get results and what could be holding you back. Find out why biomechanics matter for optimal training results, strength gain, peak performance, body composition and avoiding injury. As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only – please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle. www.bodyscience.com.au/podcast instagram.com.au/bodyscience

What can you learn from the fitness industry heavyweights? Dan Conn, Ex NRL Star and Trainer, and Dr Chris McLellan, Professor of Exercise and Sports Science and one of the leaders in strength and conditioning internationally, chat to Body Science Founder Greg Young about how they got to where they are today and discuss the latest trends in fitness and training, new technology taking fitness to the next level, how to best train your clients, and how to train yourself. As always this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only – please discuss any information in this podcast with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle. www.bodyscience.com.au/podcast instagram.com.au/bodyscience