Ep 344 - Sports Science In Elite Athletics (ft. Dr. Marc ...

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In this episode of Iron Culture, Eric Trexler interviews Dr. Marc Lewis, the director of Applied Sports Science for the Houston Texans. They discuss the role of sports scientists in maximizing athlete performance through data collection, management, and analysis. Marc shares insights on the day-to-day responsibilities of a sports scientist, the importance of understanding athlete load and stress, and the evolution of sports science in the NFL. They also explore the future of sports science careers and provide advice for aspiring sports scientists.Need some lifting gear? Use our discount code (MRR10) over at www.elitefts.comCheck out Dr. Lewis' new book here:https://www.sportsciencenetwork.com/handbookKeep up-to-date with Dr. Lewis and his projects:https://drmarclewis.com/Instagram: @marctlewisTwitter/X: @marctlewisChapters00:00 Introduction to Sports Science in Football01:47 What Does a Sports Scientist Do?7:26 From Data to Decisions11:00 Navigating the Data Overload23:13 Applied Data Versus Peer-Reviewed Evidence27:20 Applying Sports Science Insights to Strength Coaching34:46 The Reality of Overtraining in Elite Sport Versus General Fitness45:17 The Extremes of Human Performance51:01 Unique Needs of Elite Athletes56:45 The Current State (and Future) of Sports Science in America1:09:46 Building a Career in Sports Science

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This episode was published on September 10, 2025.

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In this episode of Iron Culture, Eric Trexler interviews Dr. Marc Lewis, the director of Applied Sports Science for the Houston Texans. They discuss the role of sports scientists in maximizing athlete performance through data collection, management,...

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