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:

• The importance of movement quality assessment in injury prevention

• Sprint technique: Balancing risk vs. reward for performance and injury reduction

• Understanding the S-MAS (Sprint Mechanics Assessment Score) and its key parameters

• The workflow of an S-MAS assessment – How it’s used in practice

• Case studies demonstrating real-world applications of S-MAS

• Limitations and future directions of sprint mechanics assessment

• 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.