
The Inform Perform Podcast is an industry show focussed on Sports Performance and Sports Medicine. The show interviews thought leaders and professionals that support elite athletes and teams. The aim of the show is to deconstruct the strategies and philosophies the guests utilise in their working environment or area of expertise. Featured guests have worked across the NBA, NFL, MLB, F1, World title Boxing, EPL and more.
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Monday Mar 31, 2025
Dr Chris Bramah - Using the S-MAS for Objective Sprint Mechanics Assessment
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Episode 181: In this episode of the Inform Performance podcast host Andy McDonald speaks to Dr. Chris Bramah, a leading physiotherapist specializing in running injuries and biomechanics. With vast experience in elite-level sport, Chris has worked with British Athletics and Team GB, supporting endurance athletes at the Tokyo 2020 & Rio 2016 Olympics, the 2017 London World Championships, IAAF Diamond League events, and global altitude training camps.
Topics Discussed:
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The importance of movement quality assessment in injury prevention
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Sprint technique: Balancing risk vs. reward for performance and injury reduction
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Understanding the S-MAS (Sprint Mechanics Assessment Score) and its key parameters
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The workflow of an S-MAS assessment – How it’s used in practice
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Case studies demonstrating real-world applications of S-MAS
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Limitations and future directions of sprint mechanics assessment
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The role of AI in revolutionizing movement analysis
Tune in for expert insights into biomechanics, sprint mechanics, and the future of movement assessment in elite sports.
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