Prep2Perform Podcast with Fee Beyer

In this episode of the Prep2Perform Podcast, we speak with Bram Swinnen – high performance coach, bestselling author (Strength Training for Soccer), and trusted advisor to Olympic committees, national federations, and elite teams across the globe. With over 25 years of experience in football, basketball, athletics, and tennis, Bram shares practical insights into the evolving world of performance training and rehab – grounded in science, but driven by experience. In this conversation, we explore: How Velocity-Based Training (VBT) is transforming ACL rehab and return-to-play protocols Why embedded testing is the key to making smarter, real-time decisions The power of microdosing during high-pressure periods Why intensity beats volume – and how to rethink traditional training approaches What makes Output Sports’ technology effective for rehab and performance work How to avoid “data overload” by focusing on relevance, simplicity, and context How Bram balances research, gut feeling, and athlete feedback in his decision-making We also discuss how physios, coaches, and performance staff can implement data-driven tools without overwhelming their setup – or their athletes. Wir  sind übrigens auch auf Instagram zu finden und teilen dort nicht nur  Inhalte zum Podcast sondern auch immer mal einen Blick in unsere  Arbeit: https://www.instagram.com/feebeyer/ #Prep2Perform #BramSwinnen #HighPerformance #VelocityBasedTraining #EmbeddedTesting #Rehab #Microdosing #OutputSports #SportsScience #StrengthAndConditioning #EliteAthletes

In dieser Folge begrüßen wir zwei spannende Gäste im Prep2Perform Podcast: Daniel Martin, CEO von DNathlete, und Dr. Thomas Kocher, Lead-Genetiker bei DNathlete sowie Forscher an der Paracelsus Medizinischen Privatuniversität Salzburg. Wir sprechen über neue Perspektiven im Profisport – durch genetische Analysen: Ihr Ansatz bei DNathlete: ​Was DNathlete macht – und welche Rollen Daniel und Thomas im Unternehmen einnehmen ​Warum Genetik im Sport bislang unterschätzt wurde – und wie sich das jetzt ändert ​Wie genetische Prädispositionen analysiert und in Training, Ernährung und Regeneration übersetzt werden Der genetische Bauplan als zusätzliche Datendimension: ​Genetik, Epigenetik und Mikrobiom – was sich dahinter verbirgt ​Wie genetische Marker dabei helfen können, Verletzungsrisiken früh zu erkennen ​Der Zusammenhang zwischen Genetik und mentaler Resilienz – inklusive “Warrior-Gen” Von der Theorie in die Praxis: ​Was Athlet:innen konkret von der Analyse zurückbekommen – Einblicke in den 200-seitigen Report ​Zusammenarbeit mit Medizin- und Performance-Teams in Vereinen ​Beispiele aus der Praxis – u.a. ein österreichischer Skispringer im Beta-Test Wissenschaftliche Fundierung und ethische Verantwortung: ​Wie DNathlete Forschung und Anwendung miteinander verknüpft ​Warum genetische Analysen niemals isoliert betrachtet werden sollten ​Die Rolle von Blutbildern, Wearables und Sportmediziner:innen als Ergänzung zur genetischen Perspektive Wenn euch der Podcast gefällt, besucht gerne unsere Website: www.feebeyer.com

In this episode, we welcome Ismael Pedraza, Performance Coach at G2 eSports. With over eight years of experience in the eSports industry and a PhD in Performance Psychology in progress, Ismael oversees all aspects of player development—including nutrition, exercise, sleep, mental health, and performance psychology. We dive into: The key physical and mental demands on eSports players How players manage emotions and the pressure of competition The extreme cognitive demands of games like League of Legends, which change every two weeks Daily training routines: practice schedules, video analysis, and structured recovery techniques The importance of emotional intelligence and guiding principles in high-performance teams How the “Mood Meter” helps players reflect and coaches adapt to individual needs The challenges young players face living away from home for the first time The evolution from "Gaming Houses" to structured team environments Never miss an episode! Follow our podcast on your favorite platform to stay up to date.

In this episode, we welcome Holly Cova, Team Director at Team Malizia, best known for supporting sailor Boris Herrmann in some of the world’s most extreme offshore races. We dive into: - What offshore sailing really means as a discipline and the key lessons from Holly’s own sailing background - The differences between Vendée Globe & The Ocean Race - The biggest takeaways from Boris Herrmann’s most recent Vendée Globe participation - How Team Malizia supports Boris in such an extreme solo race – from logistics to communication - The major logistical and strategic challenges the team faces in these two world-class events - The data collected during the races and how it informs decisions - The key skills required to thrive in a high-performance sailing team - How the team handles pressure and unexpected challenges - How the team dynamic shifts between supporting a solo sailor in the Vendée Globe and competing together in The Ocean Race Never miss an episode! Follow our podcast on your favorite platform to stay up to date.