Orreco provides world-class analytics for world-class athletes and sports teams. Its Optmized podcast brings you cutting-edge insight straight from the frontlines of elite sports performance, where biomarkers and analytics meets the limitless possibilities of AI and machine learning.
S03 EP02 - “From the Premier League to the Saudi Pro League” with John Hill
Our podcast, Optimized, is our opportunity to bring you news from the frontline of elite sports performance, where biomarkers and analytics meets the possibilities of A.I. and machine learning. It’s also our chance to bring you the latest on what Orreco is up to. In this new episode of ‘Optimized’, Marc Cleary of Orreco is joined by John Hill, Head of Sport Science with Al Ettifaq of the Saudi Pro League. John was formerly with Liverpool FC for 5 years and prior to this worked with both Hearts and the MK Dons. In a wide ranging discussion John and Marc’s conversation moves between his background and path to working in Elite Football, Johns academic background and Professional Doctorate, Sports Science and its implementation at the top level of football, the challenges of working with players in the Premier League and now in the Saudi Pro League and John and his families experience living and working in Saudi Arabia. They also touch on John’s work with the Orreco team, at both Liverpool FC and now at Al Ettifaq. Enjoy the episode…. To discover more about Orreco and our cutting-edge work at the frontline of elite sports performance, listen to ‘Optimized', on our podcast page or from wherever you get your podcasts.
3 Mar 2023
S03 E01 - Fueling for success
Orreco’s Marc Cleary is joined by Dallas Mavericks Performance Nutritionist Charles Ashford. After moving to the US from the UK in 2014, Charles spent time working as the Nutritionist with Texas Techs Football Program, before becoming the Director of Sports Nutrition at the University of North Texas, leading on nutrition with 350 student athletes. These days he’s absolutely loving his role with NBA Franchise and Orreco client, the Dallas Mavericks. Join us for this fascinating episode of “Optimized”!
7 Jul 2022
S02 E06 - Conditioned for Success
There are few sports scientists in world sport as experienced, popular and successful as Casey Smith. The sports medicine expert has enjoyed spells with the Phoenix Suns and trained US gold medal-winning Olympic teams in basketball and boxing. These days, he tells Orreco’s Marc Cleary, he’s absolutely loving his job as Director of Player Health and Performance for basketball superstars and Orreco client, the Dallas Mavericks. Join us for this fascinating epsiode of ‘Optimized’!
20 May 2022
S02 E05 - A Bucaneering Spirit
When you have someone like Dave Hamilton in your corner, the chances are that you’ll find that extra edge – that winning margin that puts you on the podium. As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Director of Performance Science, Dave oversees a sports science program that promotes athlete health and performance through the collaboration of strength and conditioning, medical treatment and nutrition. He chats to Orreco’s Marc Cleary about his work and thrilling Olympic experiences working with Team USA and Team GB.
24 Mar 2022
S02 E04 - IWD2022 with Alix Klineman and April Ross
For our special 2022 International Women's Day podcast episode we speak to two of Orreco's Female Athlete Consultancy clients and Team USA Tokyo 2020 Olympic gold medallists in Beach Volleyball, April Ross and Alix Klineman.
In our conversation, Alix recalls her reasons and experience of coming off hormonal contraception and how Orreco's Female Athlete Lead Dr Georgie Bruinvels helped prepare her for it, the multi-disciplinary approach Orreco implemented ahead of competing at the Tokyo Games, plus how the Olympic Champions optimize their travel and sleep regimes and why they want to break down barriers and open up the conversation around the menstrual cycle.
8 Mar 2022
S02 E03 - Futebol de Elite com André Cunha
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Neste episódio falamos com um líder mundial na área de ciências esportivas, André Cunha. André compartilha a sua experiência como brasileiro expatriado na Premier League da Inglaterra, a força da rede de talento brasileiro na sua área, como tocar uma empresa no Brasil desde outro país e como utiliza a medida dos biomarcadores em benefício do jogador da Seleção e Manchester City, Gabriel Jesus.
24 Feb 2022
S02 E02 - The ‘NASA’ of Football
We have a very special second episode of Optimized to enjoy: an exclusive chat with André Cunha, performance manager for Brazilian and Manchester City footballer, Gabriel Jesus. As well as working with Gabriel in Manchester, Andre is co-founder and owner of an integrated performance centre in Brazil, 4PERFORM. Andre talks to Orreco’s Marc Cleary about his tennis career, the journey to the heart of sports physiology – and Manchester City – the ‘NASA’ of football!
9 Feb 2022
S02 EP01 - Swimming to Success
A warm welcome to Season 2 of Orreco’s Optimized podcast with more top insights and stories from the world of elite sports performance and science. In this episode, Orreco Sports Scientist Marc Cleary is joined by USA Swimming Director of Sports Medicine and Science Keenan Robinson to chat about athlete support, competition, the importance of Menstrual Cycle training, keeping what’s important – important and…Jaws!
21 Oct 2021
EP10 - Supporting World Class Women – Dawn Scott
As an elite physical performance coach, Dawn Scott was described as the ‘secret weapon’ who helped the US Women’s Soccer team win two World Cups and Olympic Gold. The proud Tyneside woman also served England and the Lionesses for more than 10 years in two different stints and is now working with FIFA and UEFA on a range of projects. In this exclusive chat with Orreco’s Marc Cleary, Dawn chat’s about her career and many golden moments.
14 Sept 2021
EP09 Padraig Harrington Exclusive
His ‘Ryders on the Storm’ are set for battle at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin from September 24-26. To mark his captaincy of Europe’s Ryder Cup team, we are delighted to bring you an exclusive chat with Irish golfing legend Padraig Harrington as he talks to Orreco sports scientist Marc Cleary about mindset, preparation, performance and how he himself has often dug deep to find the winning edge in a glittering career. An unmissable episode!
11 Aug 2021
EP08 - Presidential Performance
In this episode, Marc Cleary and Dr Georgie Bruinvels are joined by WNBA Champion, 6 X All-Star, President of the WNBA Players Association and Orreco client Nneka Ogwumike. Nneka outlines the essential qualities of her high performing lifestyle and her disciplined approach towards optimising her performance through nutrition, learning, work ethic and leadership. She also shed’s light on the demands and issues female athletes face and her role in influencing the landscape of female sport.
6 Jul 2021
EP07 - Games and Goals
In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Dr. Paul Catterson, club doctor for English Premier League side and long-standing Orreco client, Newcastle United FC. The vastly experienced medic chats with Orreco sports scientist Marc Cleary about the secrets of performance and training loads. Paul also sheds light on the everyday issues that he and the players face, as part of the world’s most exciting professional football league.
14 Jun 2021
EP06 - Pete Cowen Exclusive
Yorkshireman Pete Cowen has been involved in professional golf for more than 40 years - first as a player and then as a coach. His methods have shaped the careers of the best players in Europe and the US, making him one of the most sought-after coaches on the planet. In this exclusive episode of ‘Optimized’, Pete gives Orreco’s Colin Morrissey a rare but fascinating insight into his approach and work with some of the sports’ biggest stars.
18 May 2021
EP05 - From Athletes to Astronauts
In this episode, Orreco sports scientist Marc Cleary orbits the world of immunology in a fascinating chat with Orreco’s lead Immunologist, Dr. Forrest Baker. The pair discuss how the demands of elite sport such as air travel, hotels and isolation can take their toll. Forrest says the physical stress is comparable to the stress demands placed upon Astronauts – and explains what athletes can do about it.
15 Apr 2021
EP04 - Olympic Dreams
In this episode, sports scientist Marc Cleary chats to Coach Mark Rowland - a former Olympic and European medalist. ‘Coach Ro’ represented Great Britain in the Seoul 1988 games, where he won a bronze medal in the 3000m steeplechase. He began his coaching career with UK Athletics, before moving to the US where he is currently in his 13th year as the Head Coach of Oregon Track Club Elite. Coach Ro and Marc discuss the secrets of training, performance and motivation and OTC’s work with Orreco.
7 Mar 2021
EP03 - Choose To Challenge with Sue Bird
In this special episode to mark International Women’s Day 2021 and its Choose to Challenge theme, we are delighted to bring you an exclusive chat with 11-time WBNA All-Star, four-time Olympic gold medalist and Orreco client Sue Bird. Sue chats to Orreco’s Dr. Georgie Bruinvels and Marc Cleary about her career longevity and discusses female health and the menstrual cycle which is a key focus of Orreco’s work with FitrWoman.
24 Feb 2021
EP02 - Behind the science: why research is our secret sauce
In this episode, we take a closer look at our ongoing work with some of the world’s leading female athletes and we talk about the remarkable research that underpins it all. Presenter Marc Cleary is joined by Orreco’s Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Charlie Pedlar and Senior Sports Scientist and Head of Orreco’s Female Athlete program, Dr. Georgie Bruinvels. Research is such a crucial cog in Orreco’s operations – you could call it the secret sauce!
17 Jan 2021
EP01 - "We're Growing!"
In this inaugural episode of ‘Optimized, we focus on the announcement of our $3.6m investment round and speak with Orreco Founder and CEO Dr Brian Moore on the impact this milestone event will have on the company. Presenter Marc Cleary asks Brian about True Ventures and other prominent investors taking part in this fundraise and how their backing and expertise will help to benefit our current and future clients. Talk also turns to the frontline of elite sports performance and Orreco’s experience with our network of global clients.
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