159: How to train for, prime and preserve power in performance with Liam Kilduff

In this episode, Steve Ingham sits down with Liam to dive into the cutting-edge science behind athletic performance. From strength training and speed development to the critical role of muscle temperature, this conversation covers everything you need to know about optimising performance for elite athletes. Discover how post activation potentiation (PAP) can prime athletes for competition, why recovery is often underestimated, and how individualised training programs lead to better results. Liam also shares insights into future trends in sports science, particularly the use of data strategies to drive performance outcomes. 🔍 Key Takeaways: Maintaining muscle temperature during competition is crucial. Strength training is the foundation for developing speed and power. Recovery and hypertrophy phases are essential for maximising results. Athletes thrive when they have ownership over their training. Collaboration and data strategies are shaping the future of sports science. 📌 Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Performance Science04:02 Liam's Background in Sports Performance06:48 The Importance of Applied Research09:18 Measuring Speed and Power in Athletes12:12 Developing Strength for Power Training15:09 The Role of Recovery in Training17:55 Hypertrophy and Its Impact on Performance20:32 Recovery Strategies for Elite Athletes23:18 Power Training Methods and Guidelines27:22 Understanding Post Activation Potentiation (PAP)39:34 The Importance of Muscle Temperature in Performance47:48 Future Directions in Sports Data Science 🎧 Tune in to discover actionable strategies for enhancing athletic performance and get inspired by the future of sports science. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights! 📖 Read more on Liam here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/staff/l.kilduff/ 🔗Or connect with Liam via LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-kilduff-1b920745 Use code 'SC10' for 10% off all Supporting Champions Courses https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/onlinecourse/ #SportsScience #PerformanceTraining #StrengthTraining #SpeedDevelopment #DataStrategy #PostActivationPotentiation #Recovery #AthleteTraining #SupportingChampions