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In Sweden we have now started with the new scoring system and it's awful. However, there are some differences that we can (and must) take advantage of. The main things are warm-up and variation. Listen to the episode and let me know what you think about the change. Follow me on instagram @badmintonsciencepodcast @robert_jonsson_pt Follow on youtube @badminton science podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I explain what badminton players and other individual athletes can learn from Zlatan Ibrahimović. Zlatan’s career is built on more than confidence and big personality. It is about understanding exactly what is needed from him, taking responsibility in pressure moments, and staying true to who he is. I talk about building a clear athletic identity, using feedback without losing your own instincts, developing self-belief, and turning setbacks into motivation. We also look at how standards, preparation and adaptability can help individual athletes perform when there is nowhere to hide. This episode is not about copying Zlatan. It is about finding your own version of confidence, discipline, and competitive edge. Follow me on: Youtube: Badminton Science Podcast Instagram: Badminton Science Podcast Instagram: Robert_Jonsson_PT Check out my app: https://athletejournal.lovable.app Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sit down with Team Denmark strength and conditioning coach, Mads Brink Hansen (@styrkemads) to explore what it really takes to build world-class badminton athletes. From the evolution of training in elite sport to the upcoming switch to 3x15 scoring, Mads breaks down how recovery, individuality, and smart programming shape performance at the highest level. We also dive into injury management, warm-up strategies, youth development, and the biggest myths in strength and conditioning. A must-listen for coaches, athletes, and anyone curious about the details behind elite performance. Follow Mads on instagram @styrkemads Follow me on instagram @badminton_Science_Podcast and @robert_jonsson_pt Watch the episode on Badminton Science Podcast's youtube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June is a tournament break for many badminton players and how you use it matters. In this episode I break down exactly what your training should look like: starting with a proper recovery week, then building work capacity, strength, and explosiveness before the specific preparation phase begins in July. Conditioning ratios, plyometric prep, strength priorities, and how to fit it all into 2–5 sessions per week. Follow me on instagram @badmintonsciencepodcast and @robert_jonsson_pt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Badminton Science, I break down pre-training preparation from a performance perspective. Most players treat warm-ups as a "must" or just something to get the heart rate up. That’s a mistake. A properly structured preparation phase directly impacts speed, power output, reaction time, and injury risk. This episode walks you through a science-based 4-phase model used in high-performance environments: general warm-up, mobility and activation, neural preparation, and sport-specific work. You’ll learn what actually matters, what most players get wrong, and how to structure your preparation in under 20 minutes to maximize training quality. If you want to train at a higher level, your preparation needs to be at a higher level. Don't miss out on performance or progress because of your "warm up". Follow me on instagram @badmintonsciencepodcast and @robert_jonsson_pt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this short episode of Badminton Science, I explore the mental lessons athletes can learn from Björn Borg, one of the most composed competitors in sports history. Known as “Ice Borg,” Borg built his dominance on emotional control, concentration, cosistency. By looking at how he managed emotions, structured his routines, and handled critical moments, we can extract practical insights that apply to athletes in any sport. Also, the most important lesson from Björn Borg is how to make your strengths and personality work together to improve as a player. In this episode, I discuss: • Why emotional control can be a competitive advantage • How routines help athletes reset and stay focused • The role of physical preparation in building mental confidence • Learning from losses Whether you compete in badminton or any other sport, Borg’s mindset offers powerful lessons on composure, discipline, and performing when it matters most. If you enjoy the episode, consider following Badminton Science and sharing it with another athlete or coach who wants to understand the psychology of high performance. Follow me on instagram and youtube @badmintonscience and @robert_jonsson_pt For free programs: www.sugiyamabadminton.com Need help with your mental game to be more competitive? Try my free app https://athletejournal.lovable.app/auth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are many creators and coaches that produce high quality content on instagram, youtube and on many other platforms. Today, I have the privilege of interviewing one of the best voices in the badminton community: Tobias Wadenka. Tobias is a former professional badminton player from Germany that is now working as badminton coach for elite junior players. His youtube channel is "Tobias Wadenka" as well as all his other social media and his website https://tobiaswadenka.com/ We discuss a lot of things that are important for players at all levels to understand and to practice. We discuss footwork, training off-court, training on-court, long term talent development and much more. Follow Tobias on all his social media as well as sign up for his course on footwork! Follow me on @badmintonsciencepodcast and @robert_jonsson_pt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many athletes think they are eating good foods and that they should be able to perform better, but the performance doesn't come. Why? Well, in this episode I give you the basics of nutrition and what the difference is to eating for performance, health or looks. Lots of people think that eating healthy means they perform better and that they will also lose every gram of body fat and replace it with muscle. This isn't the case. Listen to the podcast to learn more and to get some tips that will help you perform at your highest level. Follow me on @badmintonsciencepodcast and @robert_jonsson_pt Try my free app: Athlete Journal https://athletejournal.lovable.app/ Next episode will have BSP first ever guest so stay tuned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life is short. A badminton career is even shorter. Your time to reach your highest potential is even shorter than that. In this episode of Badminton Science, we talk about why waiting is the most expensive mistake athletes and coaches make, and why “doing it right” does not mean waiting for perfect conditions, perfect plans, or the right people to show up. We break down: Why development windows in badminton close faster than you thinkHow “waiting” quietly costs seasons of progressThe difference between doing things perfectly vs. doing things decisivelyWhy action creates clarity, momentum, and better support over timeHow to take responsibility for your career. Starting now This episode is a direct message to athletes and coaches who know they should be doing more, but keep postponing the obvious next step. Because time will move forward whether you act or not. And in badminton, hesitation has a cost. Do. It. Right. Follow me @badmintonsciencepodcast and @robert_jonsson_pt Try my app for free: https://athletejournal.lovable.app/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode you will learn about the power of journaling as a habit and my own free tool to get better at it. If you don't want another app, just write the questions down and write on a paper (don't tell this to my business manager). We all want to have the best physical training program in the world, yet we lose matches because of focus (lack of focus) or other. We don't improve as we should because we don't reflect over our sessions as we should. Are you tired of losing those close matches? Do you want to get everything out of each session? Try https://athletejournal.lovable.app for free (no trial, FREE). Follow @athletejournal.app @badmintonsciencepodcast and @robert_jonsson_pt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Physical standards for badminton are what I call "bare minimun requirements" in order to perform and play at some level without risking injury and still perform. In this episode I talk about mobility, strength, explosiveness/power and conditioning in regards to badminton physical standards. In the following episodes I will dive a bit deeper in each subject and give you even more standards and tests to help you figure out your own strengths and weaknesses as well as how to train to improve each physical quality. If you want me to coach you or just get a training program, look at my booking page: https://www.bokadirekt.se/places/robert-jonsson-pt-130477 Check in: www.ptmolndal.se www.sugiyamabadminton.com Följ mig på sociala medier @Robert_jonsson_pt @Badmintonsciencepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sport-specific endurance is a hard topic do discuss and to understand. Especially when we think about endurance and see a marathon-runner or a tour-de-france athlete. Endurance is more than just those sports. How do the pros keep the same tempo and intensity for an entire match? How do they not lose explosiveness during the last set of the last match of a tournament? Well, that´s because they have badminton-specific endurance. In this podcast I go over how to build endurance for badminton players and how to train for different types of endurance as well. We´ll be talking about on-court as well as off-court stuff. If you want a more individualized program write to me @robert_jonsson_pt or @badmintonsciencepodcast Check out free training programs at www.sugiyamabadminton.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are things that we need to understand in order to improve and perform at our best and how to train during the off-season and in-season respectively are a few of those things. I dive into the different phases and guided you through the differences and how you can think about them in order to become the best player you can be. If you need some online coaching contact me at @robert_jonsson_pt or @badmintonsciencepodcast Free training programs and resources at sugiyamabadminton.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever felt like you couldn´t perform at your best? Ever struggled with nervousness, over-excitement or pressure? This episode goes over everything you should and can do the week leading up to a tournament in order to be at your best both mentally and physically. For free workout programs visit Sugiyamabadminton.com For booking online coaching with me visit https://www.bokadirekt.se/places/robert-jonsson-pt-130477 Follow on instagram @badmintonsciencepodcast and robert_jonsson_pt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Badminton Science, we dive into what the world of badminton can learn from two of the most professionally developed sports on the planet: soccer and tennis. With a focus on preparation training, activation routines, and periodization, I break down how these sports approach warm-ups or preperation training, physical readiness, and managing training loads over time. You'll learn how soccer uses structured activation, mobility, and movement drills to optimize performance before matches. We also explore how football use strategic planning to balance training intensity, avoid burnout, and peak at the right time. Whether you're a coach or player, this episode offers practical ideas you can apply to your own badminton training to stay sharp, resilient, and consistently improving. Follow me on instagram @badmintonsciencepodcast and @robert_jonsson_pt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.