It was recently reported that the IOC’s latest transgender guidelines will be delayed because of “very conflicting opinions”. That is not surprising, as the latest version of the guidelines have been gridlocked for a number of years. However, more tellingly, and potentially concerningly for women's sport, the IOC have indicated that a framework or guidance document for its member federations may shift the prioritization towards inclusion, with fair and meaningful competition something to “bear in mind”. In this bonus episode, exclusive to Patrons, Ross shares some thoughts about this shift, and how it may undermine the integrity of women's sport, and why the balance of imperatives that sport seems so committed to achieving is an impossible, if desirable, task. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 8 days 4 hours 19 minutes
episode 1: The Effects of Heat on Exercise
Dangers, coping mechanisms and strategies for when the temps go up
episode 3: Winter Olympic Special: The Science of Ice Hockey, Cross Country Skiing and Biathlon
From high speeds to incredible feats of strength and endurance. These are the Winter Games
episode 4: The Science of Endurance: Fuel & Hydration
From the pre-race meal to on-the-go energy. Here's the science you need to know...
episode 5: The Future Of The Olympics: Are They Heading For Obscurity?
With dwindling viewership and integrity issues, the Summer and Winter Olympics faces a uncertain future
episode 6: The Lia Thomas Controversy: Anger in the Age of Trans Gender Sport
How a transgender athlete may forever affect women's swimming
episode 7: CYCLING SPECIAL: The Science of Cadence / Van der Poel's Incredible Numbers / Colbrelli's Health Scare
High or low cadence? Why a new study may change the way we look at pedalling a bike
episode 8: How The Pros Train (And What We Can Learn From It)
The way top level athletes train may surprise you.
episode 9: Doping and the Curious Case of Shelby Houlihan
Is the American 1500m and 5000m record holder really guilty?
episode 10: EXCLUSIVE: How Adidas Took On Nike In The Shoe Wars
We speak to the head of adidas' running shoe innovation division to see how they took on the challenge of the new generation of super shoes