Science in Sports
Science in Sports
Podcast Description
Hosted by Simon Heidenreich M.A. – retired ice hockey pro turned sports scientist – this podcast offers exciting insights into training planning and management, cutting-edge sports science research, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from coaches, psychologists, researchers, and medical experts.
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The podcast dives into themes such as training planning, sports science research, and mental resilience in athletics. Specific episodes include discussions on managing fatigue with Kostas Stratakis, the importance of sports cardiology with Dr. Ariane Heigl, and strategies for sustainable performance with Nicolai Kammann, providing valuable insights into both the science and the social aspects of sports.

Hosted by Simon Heidenreich M.A. – retired ice hockey pro turned sports scientist – this podcast offers exciting insights into training planning and management, cutting-edge sports science research, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from coaches, psychologists, researchers, and medical experts.
In this follow-up episode, I sit down again with Dennis Vollebregt to dive deeper into how coaches, staff, and players can work together to build a unified performance culture in hockey.
We explore what effective communication looks like between the bench and the locker room and how trust and transparency influence buy-in — without overcomplicating the process.
Whether you’re a coach, sports scientist, or simply passionate about performance, this conversation highlights how collaboration and shared understanding drive real athlete development.
🎧 Topics include:
Communication between coaches and staff
Building trust and buy-in with young athletes
Collaboration across hockey systems and cultures

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