About this episode

Sam Shepherd discusses his expertise in sports science and nutrition, focusing on exercise metabolism and performance enhancement.

This week we’re joined by Sam Shepherd, Head of Sports Science at Precision Fuel & Hydration. Sam came to Precision after twelve years as a Lecturer and Reader at Liverpool John Moores University, where he specialised in exercise metabolism — particularly how the body uses carbohydrates and fats, and how training and nutrition can be shaped to improve both health and performance. He’s not just a scientist, either. Sam is a practising sports nutritionist and a keen triathlete, with eight I...

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