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EPISODE 1: Innovations in Performance Tech with Dr David PutrinoMartin and Jonpaul talk to neuroscientist Dr David Putrino, whose job it is to find innovative human performance technologies and roadtest them. From brain stimulation to mitochondrial supplements, David takes us through the tech that works and the stuff that doesn’t live up to the hype. He also shares insights from his work with high-performance athletes at Red Bull. Guest, Cast & CrewDr David Putrino is the Director of Rehabilitation Innovation for the Mount Sinai Health System, a network of hospitals in New York City. He is also a consultant for Red Bull High Performance division, using evidence-based technologies to improve athletic performance. Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk Edited by Bess ManleyResourcesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-putrino-bb86aa11/ Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/putrinolab.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putrino_lab/ Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai https://icahn.mssm.edu/research/abilities-research-center/about/directors Thanks for tuning in. If you found this podcast valuable, please take a moment to rate, share and review. If you have feedback, guest suggestions or topics that you'd love us to cover, then do email us at [email protected] or connect with us on LinkedIn. Chapters01:46 David's Role and Research at Mount Sinai07:38 The rise of neuroscience10:05 The Hype and Reality of Brain Stimulation16:53 Effective Technologies for Enhancing Performance18:54 Mitochondrial Supplements and Probiotics23:18 David's Journey to Red Bull24:40 Meeting Andy Walsh and Red Bull Projects25:28 Pushing Athletes Beyond Limits26:06 Performance Under Pressure camps at Red Bull27:48 Insights from Project Endurance30:01 Understanding Stress and Flow35:35 Neuroplasticity38:59 Wearable Technology in PerformanceThanks for listening to Optimising Human Performance.This podcast is for people who can’t afford to fail. Each episode gives you practical, evidence‑based tools you can apply in the real world.For more about the podcast, speaking, coaching, and mentoring, visit:www.ophp.co.ukConnect with us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ophp/Instagram: @ophumanperformanceIf you found this episode useful, please share it with one colleague, subscribe, and leave a review – it helps us reach more people who operate in high‑stakes environments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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