Episode 002 - Building strength and lessons from powerlifting

In this episode I am very fortunate to be joined by factory AMG Mercedes driver Adam Christodoulou. Talking about the demands of racing GT cars, the Nordschlief and how its not just the physical side that drivers need to hone but the cognitive side of performance too. http://www.adamchristo.com IG: @adamchristo

In this episode I am honoured to be joined by Steve, Tom and Niall from performance sport support team at Loughborough University.  This week we are discussing all things to do with testing, analysis, training and nutrition for the bike racer. Tune in to find out why strength training can take performance to the next level, how getting nutrition right can unlock extra lap time and consistency, how testing would always be the backbone and plenty more. Have a listen and if you have any questions around the preparation for bike racing dont be scared to get in touch and we can follow up with a Q&A answering them. To Find out more about the services at Loughborough University you can find all their information here https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/performance/performance-support/ Me your host Alex Stott: Web - www.alex-stott.com Instagram - @stott_performance

For episode 003 I am delighted to welcome the nutritionist Jasmine Campbell to the podcast. Jasmine brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from a wide variety of sports and is someone that I have been fortunate to work with in the preparation of athletes.  During this episode we will discuss some of the challenges drivers and athletes face when it comes to nutrition and maximising performance. Plus some tips and tricks to help maximise performance both in training and at the track. Why nutrition along side training plays such an important role in long term athlete development.  Below are a few links to help for those looking to maximise performance on the nutrition front. Sport & Exercise Nutrition Register - http://www.senr.org.uk Jasmine Campbell - http://jasminecampbell.com Jasmine Campbell Instagram - @campbelljas Me your host Alex Stott: Web - www.alex-stott.com Instagram - @stott_performance

In episode two it is a delight to be able to welcome Tom Hamilton to the podcast to discuss some key concepts around building strength for the driver and rider, plus some lessons from the world of powerlifting. Tom is a world class coach who you may know through his social media name @liftstronglookstrong, but he also has a background as a bodybuilder, is a world champion powerlifter and has played football to a high level as well. Tom Hamilton: https://www.liftstronglookstrong.com  Me your host Alex Stott:  Web - www.alex-stott.com  Instagram - @stott_performance 

In episode one I welcome Simon Reynolds to the podcast. Simon brings with him 14 years experience as head of driver performance for McLaren Formula 1 team and has worked with 9 F1 drivers. Here we will be discussing all things around the development of the young athlete and young racer, how to maximise performance in the long run and answering some questions we have been sent in.