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Ep. 12: System Specific Training for MMA Fighters- A conversation with Head S&C Coach of Sanford MMA Dr. Corey Peacock
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In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Spina sits down with Dr. Corey Peacock. Dr. Peacock holds a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from Kent State University and serves as an associate professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance at Nova Southeastern University. As a researcher , he has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications integrating the fields of exercise physiology, athletic performance, and supplementation. He is also head of strength and conditioning for Sanford MMA – a premier professional MMA team comprised of some of the top-ranked fighters in the business including multiple current and former World Champions. The discussion covers a lot of ground on a variety of topics including:
- ‘The Dark Triad’ psychological profile and its relation to combat sport athletes
- The effects of genetic ability vs coaching • Dopamine metabolism and its effects on brain function
- CTE and brain injuries in combat sports
- The specifics of S&C programming for high level athletes
- Creating system adaptability in the athletic body
- Contrast training
- The mental and physical effects of over training
- And many, many more
MMA enthusiasts, combat athletes, sports performance coaches, trainers, and anyone interested in optimizing human health and performance… This one is for you!
30 episoder
Manage episode 304418830 series 2993572
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Spina sits down with Dr. Corey Peacock. Dr. Peacock holds a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from Kent State University and serves as an associate professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance at Nova Southeastern University. As a researcher , he has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications integrating the fields of exercise physiology, athletic performance, and supplementation. He is also head of strength and conditioning for Sanford MMA – a premier professional MMA team comprised of some of the top-ranked fighters in the business including multiple current and former World Champions. The discussion covers a lot of ground on a variety of topics including:
- ‘The Dark Triad’ psychological profile and its relation to combat sport athletes
- The effects of genetic ability vs coaching • Dopamine metabolism and its effects on brain function
- CTE and brain injuries in combat sports
- The specifics of S&C programming for high level athletes
- Creating system adaptability in the athletic body
- Contrast training
- The mental and physical effects of over training
- And many, many more
MMA enthusiasts, combat athletes, sports performance coaches, trainers, and anyone interested in optimizing human health and performance… This one is for you!
30 episoder
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