We Do Science

Dr Laurent Bannock

We Do Science is the sport and exercise nutrition podcast hosted by Dr Laurent Bannock, practitioner, educator, researcher, and Founder of The Institute of Performance Nutrition.

Relaunching in September 2026 for a new era, the show brings together leading researchers, elite practitioners, educators, and thinkers to explore the science, context, and real-world application of performance nutrition.

Each episode goes beyond headlines, protocols, and simplistic advice to examine how evidence is interpreted, challenged, and applied in practice. Topics include sport and exercise nutrition, body composition, protein and muscle, supplements, recovery, endurance nutrition, football nutrition, female athlete nutrition, behaviour change, practitioner development, and evidence-informed decision-making.

Originally launched as one of the leading podcasts in the sports nutrition field, We Do Science returns with the same core mission: to bridge the gap between science and practice.

Whether you are a sports nutritionist, dietitian, performance practitioner, coach, researcher, student, or serious health and fitness professional, this show is designed to help you think more critically, practise more effectively, and make better decisions in the real world.
Serious conversations in sport and exercise nutrition — from science to practice.

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Sep 29, 2022 · 59 min
"Muscle Glycogen in Elite Soccer" with Professor Magni Mohr
Episode 175 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Muscle Glycogen in Elite Soccer" with Professor Magni Mohr PhD (University of Southern Denmark). Discussion Topics Include: Review of what we know, and likely don't know regarding muscle glycogen and football performance, fatigue, and recovery Physiological loading, end-game fatigue and glycogen depletion in soccer Muscle glycogen and potential fatiguing mechanisms Implications for between-game recovery Points to consider in future soccer Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF Copy Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Muscle Glycogen in Elite Soccer – A Perspective on the Implication for Performance, Fatigue, and Recovery Related Podcast Episodes: #167: Nutrition for football training, performance and recovery Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN
#174
Jun 13, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min
"Nutrition Considerations to Optimize Performance in Paralympic Athletes" with Dr Elizabeth Broad
Episode 174 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition Considerations to Optimize Performance in Paralympic Athletes" with Dr Elizabeth Broad (Australia). Discussion Topics Include: Defining the "Paralympic Athlete" Impairment types commonly found in Paralympic athletes Factors affecting nutrition status and performance Needs analysis considerations and practical factors in Para Athletes: Why context matters "In the trenches" reflections from many years working with Para Athletes Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF Copy Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Key Nutritional Strategies to Optimize Performance in Para Athletes Sports Nutrition for Paralympic Athletes, Second Edition Related Podcast Episodes: #172: "Nutrition for female athletes" with Professor Kirsty Elliot-Sale & Dr Jose Areta Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN
#173
May 19, 2022 · 1 hr
"CHO Feeding Formats: Impact on CHO Oxidation During Exercise" with Dr Mark Hearris
Episode 173 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "CHO Feeding Formats: Impact on CHO Oxidation During Exercise" with Dr Mark Hearris (Liverpool John Moores University, and The Institute of Performance Nutrition, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Review of what we know about Carbohydrate (CHO) availability and utilisation during exercise Effects of CHO delivery form on exogenous CHO53 oxidation, gastrointestinal discomfort, and exercise capacity CHO feeding strategies (i.e. pre-exercise CHO feeding and the different forms (fluid, semi-fluid, solid) and combinations of CHO during exercise) commonly adopted by elite endurance athletes Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF Copy Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: 13C-glucose-fructose labelling reveals comparable exogenous CHO oxidation during exercise when consuming 120 g/h in fluid, gel, jelly chew or co-ingestion Related Podcast Episodes: #119: "Fuelling for the work required" with Mark Hearris PhD Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN
#172
May 10, 2022 · 1 hr 18 min
"Nutrition for Female Athletes" with Professor Kirsty Elliot-Sale and Dr José Areta
Episode 172 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrition for Female Athletes" with Professor Kirsty Elliot-Sale PhD (Manchester Metropolitan University, UK) and Dr José Areta PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK. Discussion Topics Include: Defining "Female Athletes" Males as default sex for studies in sports nutrition: the issues The available evidence: Quantity vs quality Physiological, endocrinological, and metabolic considerations in Female Athletes 3 key areas of focus: Dietary and hydration requirements; low energy availability and making weight; and dietary supplements and gut health Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF Copy Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Nutrition for female athletes: What we know, whatwe don’t know, and why Related Podcast Episodes: #148: "Relative energy deficiency: Research to practice" With Dr Nicky Keay #136: "Energy availability – from health to performance" with Dr José Areta #132: "Nutrition and athlete bone health" With Prof Craig Sale and Dr Kirsty Elliot-Sale Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN
#171
Mar 19, 2022 · 1 hr 11 min
"Gluten-Free Diets, FODMAPs and Athletes" with Dr Dana Lis
Episode 171 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Gluten-Free Diets, FODMAPs and Athletes" with Dr Dana Lis PhD RD (Summit Sports Nutrition, Canada). Discussion Topics Include: Defining Gluten-Free Diets and FODMAPs Gastrointestinal Symptoms (GIS) in Exercise Dietary Strategies to Reduce GIS Commercial Hype Versus Reality: Our Current Scientific Understanding of Gluten and Athletic Performance Gluten‑Free Diet (GFD) Considerations: Health, Nutrition Status, Inflammation, Body Composition etc Rationale for a Low FODMAP Diet Approach Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF Copy Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Exit Gluten‑Free and Enter Low FODMAPs: A Novel Dietary Strategy to Reduce Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Athletes Commercial Hype Versus Reality: Our Current Scientific Understanding of Gluten and Athletic Performance Related Podcast Episodes: #143: "The Athlete’s Gut" with Dr Patrick Wilson Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN
#170
Mar 3, 2022 · 1 hr 10 min
"Nutrient Timing and Metabolic Regulation" with Professor James Betts
Episode 170 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Nutrient Timing and Metabolic Regulation" with Professor James Betts PhD (University of Bath, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Defining the concept of "Nutrient Timing" The mammalian circadian timing system: Metabolic Clocks Rhythms in macronutrient metabolism, energy expenditure, and appetite regulation Nutrient Timing: Extended overnight fasting, Intermittent fasting, Nocturnal interventions etc Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF Copy Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Nutrient timing and metabolic regulation Related Podcast Episodes: #154 - "Nutrient Timing: A Garage Door of Opportunity" with Professor Shawn Arent #127 - "Time Restricted Eating and Exercise" with Dr Evelyn Parr #89 - "Personalised Nutrition" with James Betts PhD and Javier Gonzalez PhD #84 - "Impact of Non Exercise Activity" with Professor Dylan Thompson #79 - "Energy Balance, Imbalance & Interactions" with James Betts PhD Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN
#169
Feb 23, 2022 · 58 min
"Food First, But Not Food Only" with Professor Graeme Close
Episode 169 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Food First, But Not Food Only" with Professor Graeme Close PhD (Liverpool John Moores University, UK). Discussion Topics Include: Defining the concept of "Food First" Why a food first approach is important in performance and health focussed nutrition Why context matters The 'food first not food only' approach to sport nutrition Example situations where performance may be compromised with a strict food only approach Example situations where immune health may be compromised with a strict food only approach Guidance on how best to deliver a ‘food first, but not always a food only’ sport nutrition strategy in a safe and evidence-based manner Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF Copy Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: ‘Food First’ but not always ‘Food Only’: Recommendationsfor using dietary supplements in sport (accepted for publication, link to be provided when available soon) Related Podcast Episodes: # 163: - "Body composition methods in applied sport practice" with Prof Graeme Close and Prof Kevin Tipton #111 - "Paper to Podium: Translating Sports Nutrition Research" with Professor Graeme Close Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN
#168
Feb 16, 2022 · 59 min
"In The Trenches" with Aimee-Ellen O'Keeffe MSc SENR
Episode 168 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "In The Trenches" with Aimee-Ellen O'Keeffe MSc SENR, Performance Nutritionist, Manchester United Women Football Club (UK). Discussion Topics Include: Aimee-Ellen's unique education pathway and career journey to her current role as Performance Nutritionist at Manchester United Women Football Club. Reflections on standout moments over the years , that have helped shape her as a practitioner today. Insight into her private client work, working effectively online via group coaching. Insight into the role of a nutritionist in an elite women's football club. Thoughts, reflections, and advice to current and aspiring performance nutritionists. Podcast Episode Transcript: Download PDF Copy Key Paper(s) & Resources Discussed / Referred to: N/A Related Podcast Episodes: #166: In the trenches: How to build a career in professional sport with Dr James Morehen #161 - "In the Trenches" with Charles Ashford MSc SENR #157 - "In the Trenches" with Rich Chessor MSc SENR #120 - "American Football: In the Trenches - Performance Nutrition Practice Insights" with Pratik Patel MS RD #85 - 'High Performance Science & Practice: In the Trenches' with David Joyce MSc Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

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