Episode 339: Performance Tracking and AI in Athletics with Coach Troy Beauregard

Welcome back to the Flex Diet Podcast. I’m Dr. Mike T Nelson, and today I’ve got a great conversation lined up with Coach Troy Beauregard from Canada. We dig into one of my favorite rabbit holes: performance tracking for athletes. We cover why it’s so important to keep tabs on what’s happening in the gym and how you don’t need super-fancy gear to start collecting meaningful data. Of course, we also geek out on the fun toys, from simple tools to cutting-edge tech and even some AI applications that are creeping into sports science. Troy shares insights on hockey-specific acceleration testing, what load monitoring looks like in basketball, and how recovery programs can use force plates and other equipment to really dial things in. The big theme? How modern technology can help athletes perform better and recover smarter—without frying their nervous system in the process. If you’re into training, tech, and finding smarter ways to help athletes (or yourself) adapt and recover, you’re going to love this one. Sponsors: Beyond Power Voltra 1: https://www.beyond-power.com/michael13 PNOE - tell them Dr Mike T sent ya: https://pnoe.com Killswitch for sleep: https://www.switchsupplements.com/DRMIKE use code DRMIKE to save $$ Available now: Grab a copy of the Triphasic Training II book I co-wrote with Cal Deitz here. Episode Chapters: 07:36 In-Game Monitoring and Performance Testing 15:35 Real-World Applications and Case Studies 22:13 Challenges in Assessing Hockey Players' Performance 23:23 Using Moxie Monitors for On-Ice Data Collection 23:56 Gender Differences in SMO2 Utilization 26:21 Correlation Between Drive Index and Acceleration 27:17 Importance of Accurate Performance Metrics 29:05 The Role of Cognitive Skills in Athletic Performance 41:58 Complexity in Modern Sports 45:46 Moxie Testing and Strength Correlation 48:03 Understanding Wattage and Oxygen Utilization in Sports Science 48:22 Correlation Between Sprint Performance and Power Output 48:59 The Importance of Strength and Power in Athletic Training 51:19 Experimenting with Strength and Power Training in Hockey 54:24 Innovative Training Devices and Technology 55:41 Affordable Alternatives for High-Tech Training 59:36 The Role of AI and Data Analysis in Sports 01:01:54 Closing Thoughts and Future Episodes  Flex Diet Podcast Episodes You May Enjoy:  Episode 311: Maximizing Athletic Performance with Neurology: Insights from Dr. Dylan Seeley; https://youtu.be/bnuYQ-GJ6to Episode 308: The Science of Performance: An In-Depth Conversation with Dr James LaValle; https://youtu.be/rmirgNof5yk Connect with Troy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troybeauregard/ Website: https://vo2peak.ca/ Get In Touch with Dr Mike: Instagram: Drmiketnelson YouTube: @flexdietcert Email: Miketnelson.com/contact-us Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter