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Mental Muscle Podcast

English, Sports, 1 season, 46 episodes, 13 hours, 50 minutes
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Mental Muscle tackles the science behind the sport. Join Julia Ravey as she takes an in-depth look.
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How can we make sport more inclusive?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. World-class research and grassroots initiatives are creating level playing fields for participants, so Julia asks: "how can we make sport more inclusive?"
1/11/202418 minutes, 41 seconds
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How can you take the perfect penalty?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Games, tournaments and trophies can rest on one kick, so Julia asks: "how can you take the perfect penalty?"
12/10/202315 minutes, 56 seconds
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How do goalkeepers see the world?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Goalies mix split second decisions with lightning reflexes, so Julia asks: "How do goalkeepers see the world?"
11/23/202316 minutes, 6 seconds
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Is being a perfectionist a problem in sport?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Athletes always strive for that extra 1%, so Julia asks: "Is being a perfectionist a problem in sport?"
11/6/202317 minutes, 22 seconds
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What makes the perfect pitch?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Groundskeepers say 'the grass speaks to you', so Julia asks: "What makes the perfect pitch?"
10/17/202313 minutes, 29 seconds
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How do you keep swimming for 29 hours?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Sophie Etheridge set a record for the longest time to swim the English Channel so Julia asks: how did she keep going?
10/5/202321 minutes, 14 seconds
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How can brain waves improve your golf putt?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. From posture to power, Julia asks: How can brain waves improve your golf putt?
9/17/202317 minutes, 43 seconds
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What can we learn from coaching legends?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Either top of the league or sacked after a season, Julia asks: "What can we learn from coaching legends?"
9/12/202315 minutes, 52 seconds
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Is it better to be an underdog?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Since we love to support the 'little guy' Julia asks: "Is it better to be an underdog?"
8/6/202317 minutes, 22 seconds
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How do you win the egg and spoon race?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. On behalf of children and parents, Julia asks: "How do you win the egg and spoon race?"
7/20/202320 minutes, 34 seconds
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Can science improve your golf swing?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. CGI film techniques are used by pro golfers so Julia asks: "Can science improve your golf swing?"
7/9/202317 minutes, 36 seconds
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Does the pitch impact performance?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport by pitching real grass against fake. Julia asks: "Does the pitch impact performance?"
6/25/202315 minutes, 38 seconds
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Ep34: How can judo help your nana?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. An ancient Japanese discipline is being taught to the elderly, so Julia asks: "How can judo help your nana?"
6/11/202315 minutes, 56 seconds
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Ep33: When is the best time of day to exercise?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. If you're an early bird or night owl, Julia asks: "When is the best time of day to exercise?"
5/28/202320 minutes, 28 seconds
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Ep32: Can dancing benefit your brain?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. In the name of science, Julie braves a beach-side boogie and asks: "Can dancing benefit your brain?"
5/14/202318 minutes, 8 seconds
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Ep31: Why does a curling stone curl?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Curling has a curious scientific quirk, so Julia steps onto the ice to ask: "Why does a curling stone curl?"
4/30/202317 minutes, 26 seconds
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Ep30: What makes an athlete successful?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Julia teams up with the hosts of the For Fitness Sake podcast to ask: "What makes an athlete successful?"
4/23/202320 minutes, 44 seconds
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Ep29: How can I run further?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As the days draw out and more people get their kit on Julia asks: "How can I run further?"
4/16/202318 minutes, 22 seconds
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Ep28: How can you keep moving through menopause?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As running becomes inclusive Julia asks: "How can you keep moving through menopause?"
4/9/202320 minutes, 36 seconds
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Ep27: How can you pick a winning horse?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. The horses are in the starting gate, the crowd have binoculars ready so Julia asks: "How can you pick a winning horse?"
4/2/202319 minutes, 41 seconds
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Ep26: How can I get better at snooker?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Julia chalks her cue and talks to a champion to ask: "How can I get better at snooker?"
3/26/202323 minutes, 3 seconds
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Ep25: How has tech changed The Boat Race?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As rowing crews prepare for The Boat Race Julia asks: "How has tech changed The Boat Race?"
3/20/202320 minutes, 36 seconds
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Ep24: What makes a champion boat?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As rowing crews line up for The Boat Race Julia asks: "What makes a champion boat?"
3/13/202326 minutes, 34 seconds
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Ep23: What helps athletes be resilient?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. When the going gets tough, how do the tough get going? Julia asks: "What helps athletes be resilient?"
2/24/202318 minutes, 25 seconds
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Ep22: When will I see results?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Motivation to exercise can be hard to maintain, Julia asks: "When will I see results?"
2/6/202316 minutes, 46 seconds
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Ep21: Why is tackle height changing in rugby?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As debates continue about head injuries in sport, Julia asks: "Why is tackle height changing in rugby?"
1/30/202313 minutes, 8 seconds
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Ep20: Can food make you faster?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Carb loading, protein shakes and beetroot, Julia asks: "Can food make you faster?"
1/23/202317 minutes, 1 second
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Ep19: Can exercise banish your winter blues?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As cold and rainy weather leaves many of us in a low mood, Julia asks: "Can exercise banish your winter blues?"
1/16/202318 minutes, 34 seconds
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Ep18: What is the secret to building a routine?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. If you're planning a 'new you' this year, Julia asks: "What is the secret to building a routine?"
1/9/202320 minutes, 4 seconds
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Ep17: How can athletes navigate retirement from their sport?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Athletes' careers can't last forever but what next after a life of competition? Julia asks: "How can athletes navigate retirement from their sport?"
12/12/202218 minutes, 20 seconds
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Ep16: How can coaches create results?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. What are the best techniques for motivating athletes? Julia asks: "How can coaches create results?"
12/5/202215 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep15: How far do footballers run?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Week in, week out we all watch our teams pound the pitch. Julia asks: "How far do footballers run?"
11/28/202215 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ep14: What technology is being used at the 2022 World Cup?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As footballers and fans head to Qatar, Julia asks: "What technology is being used at the 2022 World Cup?"
11/21/202213 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep13: How does walking boost your mood?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As Pudsey bear encourages us to walk and talk for BBC Children in Need 2022, Julia asks: "How does walking boost your mood?"
11/14/202214 minutes, 20 seconds
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Ep12: What makes a champion gymnast?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Cambridgeshire is home to world-class gymnastics so, Julia asks: "What makes a champion gymnast?"
11/7/202216 minutes, 42 seconds
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Ep11: Can you beat the bookies?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. If you fancy a flutter on your favourite sport, Julia asks: "Can you beat the bookies?"
10/23/202218 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep10: Can an athlete fully recover from long Covid?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As the world adjusts to a 'new normal', Julia asks: "Can an athlete fully recover from long Covid?"
10/16/202217 minutes, 22 seconds
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Ep09: How do periods impact performance?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. After making recent sporting headlines, Julia asks: "How do periods impact performance?"
10/9/202217 minutes, 44 seconds
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Ep08: Does ice aid recovery?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. After a busy sporting season, Julia asks: "Does ice aid recovery?"
10/2/202219 minutes, 52 seconds
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Ep07: What happens when runners hit 'the wall'?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As runners head to the start line, Julia asks: "What happens when runners hit 'the wall'?"
9/25/202218 minutes, 15 seconds
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Ep06: Why does a cricket ball swing?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. She asks: "Why does a cricket ball swing, and can she do it?"
9/18/202218 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ep05: Is it safe to head a football?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. With a heading ban for the under 12's being trialed by the FA, Julia asks: "Is it safe to head a football?"
9/4/202216 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ep04: Can AI win fantasy football?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As football fever grips the nation, Julia asks: "Can AI win fantasy football?"
8/28/202219 minutes, 38 seconds
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Ep03: Are any world records unbreakable?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. Already in 2022, seven new outdoor athletics world records have been set. Julia asks: "Are any world records unbreakable?"
8/21/202219 minutes, 10 seconds
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Ep02: When is it too hot to play sport?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. As temperatures rise, athletes face more game time in the heat. Julia asks: "When is it too hot to play sport?"
8/14/202220 minutes, 45 seconds
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Ep01: How has the sports bra revolutionised women’s sport?

Julia Ravey tackles the science behind sport. After iconic scenes at the Euro 2022 football final, she asks the question: "How has the sports bra revolutionised women’s sport?"
8/7/202218 minutes, 30 seconds