Best Sports Wearable Data Podcasts (2025)

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How to Optimize Nutrition with Registered Sports Dietician, Angie Asche 57:00

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On this month's edition of the WHOOP Podcast How To Series, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with Registered Sports Dietician, Angie Asche to explore what it really means to fuel for performance as an athlete. Angie has worked with a variety of professional athletes in the MLB, NHL and more, …

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The Future of Horse Racing: AI, Wearables & the Breeders’ Cup with Justin McDonald 30:30

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Billion-dollar track upgrades and next-generation wagering are re-shaping the horse racing industry. But what does it look like when a legacy sport leans hard into tech, data, and global expansion all at once? Justin McDonald, EVP and CMO at the Breeders’ Cup, is here to break down where the money is flowing and why the sport is growing. He shares …

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Hearing Innovations Unpacked: Listening For the Future of Sound 1:07:47

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Send us a text Curious how artificial intelligence and wearable tech are making hearing effortless? Join Emerging Tech Unpacked host Lucy Lin and guest Nicky Chong-White, Principal Engineer at the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL), as they dive into the latest hearing innovations, AI hearing aids, live captioning apps, and game-changing wearable…

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Improving Sleep Performance For You and Your Family with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell 51:31

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On this week’s episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data Emily Capodilupo sits down with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell, physician and certified sleep specialist, to discuss the importance of sleep training from infancy to adulthood. Dr. Holliday-Bell explains how building consistent sleep habits supports long-term health …

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What’s Changing in Global Sport: Media Fragmentation, New Owners & Leadership Trends 50:30

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The sports industry is entering one of its most volatile eras. Media models are breaking, new global buyers are emerging, and traditional league structures are under pressure. Few people have a clearer read on these shifts than Leaders in Sport editorial director James Emmett and content director David Cushnan, who spend their days in conversation …

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How 3x Olympic Gold Medalist Aly Raisman is Redefining Recovery and Resilience 1:06:33

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This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Founder and CEO, Will Ahmed, sits down with 3x Olympic Gold Medalist, Aly Raisman to discuss the ins and outs of Aly’s gymnastics career. Aly opens up about her experience training, the intense pressures of elite competition, and how it took a toll on her body. Through her experience with burnout and anxiety, A…

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Behind the Scenes: Our Favorite Moments from the User Group Meeting 43:29

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In this episode of Beyond Motion, Zach and Lindsey sit down to recap one of the highlights of their year: the Noraxon User Group Meeting. From hands-on workshops and speaker presentations to spontaneous conversations that spark new ideas, they explore what makes this event such a meaningful gathering for the biomechanics community. They discuss: Wh…

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How AWS Helped the NFL, PGA TOUR & NHL Use Data to Drive Results 41:54

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Sports organizations are under pressure to deliver MORE. Deeper insights, smarter production, and personalized fan experiences. In this episode, AWS Global Head of Sports Julie Souza takes David through 3 high-impact case studies across the NFL, PGA TOUR, and NHL, revealing how each league is tackling its most pressing technology challenges. You’ll…

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Data Without Dogma: Rethinking Wearables, Workloads, and Return-to-Play 39:12

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In this Cardio Talk episode of the Decoding Excellence Show, I break down how most coaches misuse wearable technology and workload monitoring — turning valuable data into noise instead of insight. Through a detailed return-to-play case study, I walk step-by-step through how I assess individual loading, bridge the gap back to team inclusion, and str…

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WHOOP Advanced Labs: Using Data To Take Control of Your Health with Dr. Dan Henderson 1:02:23

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On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, Emily Capodilupo, WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data, sits down with Dr. Dan Henderson, Primary Care Physician and WHOOP Medical Advisory Board Member, to dive deep into the development and impact of WHOOP Advanced Labs. Emily and Dr. Henderson break down the WHOOP Advanced Labs blood testing panel and…

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How TMRW Sports Engineered TGL: The Tech and Testing Behind Golf’s Most Advanced Arena with Andrew Macauley 39:23

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What does it take to engineer an entirely new sport that fuses live gameplay and virtual environments into a single seamless experience? That’s the challenge Andrew Macauley and the team at TMRW Sports tackled with TGL, the groundbreaking indoor golf league. In this episode, Andrew takes us behind the scenes of building one of the most technologica…

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Season First Tip, NordBord Testing Insights, Creatine Research, Carb Cycling, and OxeFit Integration 49:20

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In this Cardio Talk episode of the Decoding Excellence Show, I unpack five conversations that bridge technology, nutrition, and training as we head into the start of the college basketball season. First, in this week’s Status Update, I share how we’re just three days away from tipping off the season and reflect on the journey that’s led us here. Fr…

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Training and Recovering As An Elite Runner with Olympian Colleen Quigley 56:44

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On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with Team USA Track Star, Colleen Quigley, to discuss training as an Olympian, recovery, and building a healthy athlete culture. Colleen shares her experience as a NCAA Division 1 athlete at Florida State to becoming an Oly…

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[REPLAY] Turning the NYC Marathon App into a 365-Day Platform (and Why It Matters) with Rob Simmelkjaer 49:08

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What does it take to turn the world’s most famous marathon into a year-round digital platform? Rob Simmelkjaer, CEO of New York Road Runners, is leading the charge, launching an app with 210K+ downloads in its first few months, building an in-house content studio, and forging global partnerships that could redefine what it means to be a “major.” Dr…

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Legacy, Load, and Lean Gains: Lessons on Coaching, Grit, and Growth 39:30

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In this Cardio Talk episode of the Decoding Excellence Show, I unpack three powerful conversations shaping coaching, performance, and personal growth. First, I reflect on the passing of Coach Kurt Hester, a true icon in Strength and Conditioning. His career embodied grit, resilience, and authenticity—and his legacy challenges all of us to coach wit…

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How To Manage Anxiety with Dr. Martha Beck 1:04:19

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This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with Dr. Martha Beck, world-renowned sociologist, bestselling author, and life coach, to explore what it means to live in alignment with your true self. Dr. Beck shares what her journey from academia at Harvard to becoming one of…

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How Nielsen Measures Fans, Media Value & ROI with Jessica Forrest 41:37

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Fan attention is fragmented across platforms, and the race to measure it accurately has never been tougher. Nielsen Sports VP Jessica Forrest joins David to share how the industry’s most trusted data company is redefining what (and who) gets counted in the next generation of sports measurement. Jessica breaks down Nielsen’s hybrid approach to ratin…

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WHOOP Medical Advisory Board Panel: Understand Your Health Data With WHOOP Advanced Labs 1:05:04

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Get Off The Advanced Labs Waitlist! The first 100 members to tap this link will unlock early access to WHOOP Advanced Labs.* *Open the link on the same device as your WHOOP app. This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with two members of the WHOOP Medical Advisory Boa…

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Inside OKC’s 50-Acre Stadium District, Fan Enrollment, and the Road to 2026 42:38

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Something big is happening in Oklahoma City. Court Jeske, President of Echo Soccer, is redefining what expansion looks like in modern sports, applying lessons from launching Nashville SC to design a new franchise model built on data-driven fan growth. Echo Soccer is developing a 50-acre stadium district with a 10–11K seat Populous-designed venue, b…

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Introducing WHOOP Advanced Labs: Bloodwork, Biometrics, and AI Coaching 22:31

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The first 100 members to tap this link will unlock early access to WHOOP Advanced Labs.* *Open the link on the same device as your WHOOP app. In this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, Founder and CEO, Will Ahmed, and Chief Product Officer, Ed Baker introduce WHOOP Advanced Labs — an all new feature that integrates 65 blood biomarkers with WHOOP data to…

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Where Is the Money Going in Sports? Private Equity, Youth, and Emerging Leagues 36:29

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How is technology reshaping where the money flows in sports? Private equity and institutional investors are rewriting the playbook, and Greg Bedrosian, Managing Partner and CEO at Drake Star, joins Dave to break down what that shift means for operations, innovation, and long-term value creation. Today’s most sophisticated investors are building val…

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Zero Gravity Biomechanics: Lessons from Astronaut Training 39:34

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Join Zach and Lindsey on Beyond Motion as they blast off into the fascinating intersection of space exploration and biomechanics. From neutral buoyancy pools that trained Apollo astronauts, to vibration-isolated treadmills on the International Space Station, to NASA's creation of digital astronaut models—discover how the challenges of living and wo…

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Changing Your Life Through Meditation, Growth, and Connection with Rich Roll 56:24

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This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Founder & CEO Will Ahmed sits down with ultra endurance athlete, best-selling author, and renowned podcast host, Rich Roll, who opens up about the path that led him to become one of the most influential voices in health and wellness today. From addiction struggles and to the practices of meditation and non-dual…

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How to Build an Addressable Fanbase in Serie A with Sean Foley & Italo Zanzi 44:23

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Demonstrable, addressable fanbases are now the foundation of media value, sponsorships, and sustainable revenue. Sean Foley and Italo Zanzi are here from Hellas Verona FC to outline their competitive DNA in player development and culture designed to be “the club everyone wants to play for.” They highlight a fervent regional base and the importance …

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How to Support Fertility with Dr. Natalie Crawford 1:18:50

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On today’s episode, WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data, Emily Capodilupo, sits down with Dr. Natalie Crawford, OB-GYN and leading voice in fertility education, to unpack the science behind fertility, the menstrual cycle, contraception, and long-term health. Together, Emily and Dr. Crawford explore why fertility is more than just about havi…

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[REPLAY] The Business of Golf: Tech, Partnerships & The Ryder Cup with Jeff Price 40:43

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What does it take to grow golf from 26 million to 45 million players in just a few years while adapting to shifting fan expectations? Jeff Price, Chief Commercial Officer at the PGA of America, chats with David to explore the evolving role of technology, media, and partnerships in shaping the future of this 2 billion dollar industry. Jeff shares in…

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Understand, Optimize, and Regulate Your Hormones During Menopause with Dr. Mariza Snyder 1:29:06

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This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with women’s health expert Dr. Mariza Snyder. Dr. Snyder and Dr. Holmes break down some common misconceptions in peri-menopause and menopause care, and share actionable tools and insights to regain control of your hormones. Dr. …

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Inside the Bid to Bring NASCAR’s Championship Back to Miami with Guillermo Santa Cruz 37:31

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Few sports venues get a second shot at hosting a championship, but Homestead-Miami Speedway just did. President Guillermo Santa Cruz sits down with Dave to discuss what it takes to win back NASCAR’s biggest weekend, and how Miami’s global market, fan base, and drivers themselves shaped the decision. Drawing on his experience across media and motors…

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Building Stronger Women’s Basketball Athletes & Beating Travel Fatigue in College Hoops 35:28

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In this raw and unfiltered Cardio Talk edition of the Decoding Excellence Show, I dive into two topics that are reshaping the way we think about performance in college athletics. First up: The Evolution of Women’s Basketball Training. The women’s game has grown more physical, more explosive, and more demanding than ever before. Yet too often, stren…

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Building Trust, Rethinking Recovery, and the Future of Tech in S&C 44:29

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In this Cardio Talk edition of the Decoding Excellence Show, I hit on three big topics for strength & conditioning coaches: 1️⃣ Building Trust with Sport Coaches — How we can better align with head coaches by speaking their language, framing data around outcomes, and respecting practice priorities. 2️⃣ Rethinking Recovery in College Athletics — Why…

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The Connection Between Pleasure, Performance, and Recovery with Sexologist Chantelle Otten 53:43

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This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes, sits down with Chantelle Otten, world-renowned psycho-sexologist, author, and advocate for evidence-based conversations around sexual wellbeing, mental health, and relationships. Chantelle and Dr. Holmes break the taboo around sex in thi…

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LA28, Legends, and the Playbook for Modern Partnerships with Nicole Jeter West 49:10

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Big brands aren’t buying “spots & dots” anymore. In this conversation, Nicole Jeter West traces a path from the Knicks and US Open to Legends and LA28 to show how partnerships actually create value now, beyond stacking impressions. She explains why a primetime NWSL championship mattered, what it takes to design “assets beyond the rings,” and how to…

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The Blueprint, Preseason Training & Lessons from the Weight Room | Cardio Series 1:10:43

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In this “Cardio Series” edition of the Decoding Excellence Show, I’m bringing you along on a 75-minute ruck walk to share a critical update: introducing The Blueprint—our forever FREE community on Instagram and AdamRingler.com. Inside The Blueprint, I’ll be sharing strength & conditioning tactics, performance insights, sport science strategies, and…

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Powerful Strategies To Improve Human Performance with Expert Rachel Vickery 1:17:31

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What separates good from great in high-pressure environments? On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes, sits down with Rachel Vickery, world-renowned performance consultant. Having spent decades working with elite athletes, military operators, Fortune 500 executives, and e…

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30% Faster, $30M Richer: Shripal Shah on AI’s Great Divide in Sports 26:11

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Shripal Shah is back on the show to map the maturity spectrum of AI in sports and how data governance must come first to avoid ugly surprises. Most importantly, Shripal explains why AI won’t be the great equalizer – it will be the great divider. You’ll hear a plain-English take on MCP (Model Context Protocol) as the “air traffic control” for AI acr…

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Pre-Season Conditioning Tests: Aerobic vs. Anaerobic | Cardio Talk 33:29

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In this “Cardio Talk” edition of the Decoding Excellence Show, I’m diving into pre-season basketball conditioning tests—and why different coaches lean on very different approaches. Some favor more aerobic-based tests like the mile run or 3-minute baseline touches, while others prefer anaerobic measures like side-line touches or the 300-yard shuttle…

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Defending US Open Champion Aryna Sabalenka's Guide To Training Your Mind And Body To Win 40:16

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On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed sits down with World #1 Tennis Player Aryna Sabalenka. Aryna opens up about her journey from first picking up a racket at six years old to becoming the top-ranked player in the world. She reflects on the role her father played in her early development, the turning point when she…

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Best Of: Women in Sports (Record Purses, Sold-Out Arenas, & What’s Next) 42:42

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Women’s sports are surging. Participation is climbing, purses are growing, arenas are selling out, and today, we’re spotlighting the people and ideas powering that momentum: from the LPGA and USGA, fast-rising leagues like the PWHL, tech-forward formats like TGL, and iconic brands like the Harlem Globetrotters. You’ll hear from the following guests…

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How Meal Timing Affects Sleep & Metabolism with Circadian Rhythm Expert Dr. Satchin Panda 44:44

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In this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data, Emily Capodilupo, sits down with renowned circadian rhythm researcher and expert, Dr. Satchin Panda, to explore how the timing of your daily habits, like light exposure, sleep, and meals, can transform your health. Dr. Panda explains why our body doesn’t just run on …

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Hacking Yeast With A Microbiologist: How Microbes Are Powering the Future of Food 1:03:30

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Send us a text Think yeast is just for bread and beer? Think again! Discover how this tiny microorganism is driving the future of biofuels, cleaning up oil spills, transforming sustainable food, and creating eco-friendly materials. On Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin dives deep into the incredible world of “yeast hacking” with trailblazing mic…

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Neon Spandex, Big Hair… and Biomechanics on the Sidelines 50:35

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In this episode of Beyond Motion, Lindsey and Zach take a nostalgic dive into the 1980s—a time when biomechanics labs were buzzing with force plates, tangled EMG wires, and reel-to-reel cameras, yet most of the discoveries never made it to the field. They share stories of early pioneers like Dr. Gideon Ariel and research teams uncovering ACL risk f…

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The Cavaliers’ Media Rights Pivot and Building a 24/7 Team-Run Network 44:27

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The Cleveland Cavaliers EVP & CIO Mike Conley turned the Cavs’ digital channels from a cost center into a multimillion-dollar revenue engine. And that shift laid the groundwork for their boldest move yet: standing up a 24/7 sports network inside the organization. With RSN economics wobbling, Mike explains how the Cavs built optionality and formed a…

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Why the Beyond Power VOLTRA1 Is My Go-To Tool for Strength, Rehab, and Travel Training 30:07

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In this “Cardio Chats” edition of the Decoding Excellence Show, I’m sharing why I’m so fired up about using the Beyond Power VOLTRA1 strength equipment here in Boulder, Colorado—and why it’s quickly becoming one of my go-to tools for strength, rehab, and performance. Recorded mid-Zone 2 ruck walk, this raw, unedited “Walk & Talk” dives into exactly…

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How to Cross-Train with Ironman World Champion Lucy Charles-Barclay 45:26

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On this month’s installment of the How To Series, WHOOP Director of Sports Marketing, Jeremy Powers, sits down with Ironman World Champion, Lucy Charles-Barclay, to explore what it takes to train as a hybrid athlete. From her roots as an elite swimmer to dominating the world of triathlon, Lucy shares how she balances high-volume training across swi…

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Turning the NYC Marathon App into a 365-Day Platform (and Why It Matters) with Rob Simmelkjaer 49:25

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What does it take to turn the world’s most famous marathon into a year-round digital platform? Rob Simmelkjaer, CEO of New York Road Runners, is leading the charge, launching an app with 210K+ downloads in its first few months, building an in-house content studio, and forging global partnerships that could redefine what it means to be a “major.” Dr…

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Behind the Scenes of CU Basketball Summer Training | Cardio Chats 51:46

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In this “Cardio Chats” edition of the Decoding Excellence Show, I’m pulling back the curtain on our Summer Basketball Training Program here in Boulder, Colorado—sharing the real behind-the-scenes details of how we prepare our athletes for the demands of a long, grueling season. This is raw, unfiltered, and recorded mid-Zone 2 ruck walk—no studio, n…

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Inside HYROX: Training, Fueling, and Recovery with Jake Dearden 46:49

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On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Director of Sports Marketing, Jeremy Powers, sits down with Jake Dearden, Hybrid Athlete and Social Media Personality, to explore the world of HYROX. Jake shares his journey from civil engineering to elite fitness, opening up about his bouts with injury, journey toward mental toughness, and growing in end…

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What’s Next for Women’s Sports and College Athletics with Mollie Marcoux Samaan 47:01

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Mollie Marcoux Samaan has led some of the most complex and high-stakes organizations in sports, and she’s done it with vision, grit, and results, all while challenging the status quo. As the former LPGA Commissioner, Princeton Athletic Director, and EVP at Chelsea Piers, Mollie shares how she helped grow average player earnings at the LPGA by over …

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Elite Recovery & Resilience: Lucy Davis on Training, HRV, and Mental Strength 46:17

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On this week’s episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with Lucy Davis, HYROX athlete, ultra-marathon runner, and content creator. Lucy shares the fitness, wellness, and recovery strategies that power her elite performance, including how she maintains a high HRV, rebound…

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Building Broadcast-First Arenas for 3v3 and Padel with Jean Manuel Jimenez 37:45

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Jean Manuel Jimenez has helped grow soccer in one of the toughest U.S. markets without a stadium, a team legacy, or a roster of stars. As SVP of Commercial Partnerships at Mediapro, he shares how he’s brought bold ideas to life at the intersection of tech, culture, and sports, from launching Inter Miami CF to redefining how fans engage with emergin…