Secrets behind Team GB Olympic Games success to be revealed in University of Chester talk
A University of Chester professor will detail the key factors that helped propel Team GB to one of its best ever Olympic Games in a talk to be held next month.
Professor Paul Worsfold, who joined the Sport and Exercise Science team at the University of Chester in 2005, will deliver a free presentation on Wednesday, February 12, titled How do you optimise performance of Team GB athletes at the Olympics? The talk will take place at the Exton Park campus as part of the inaugural Chester Ideas lecture series.
In preparation for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Team GB developed and launched a state-of-the-art high-performance facility in the heart of Rio, designed specifically to enhance the performance and medal potential of British athletes.
This facility, known as the ‘Performance Lodge,’ was an essential component of Team GB’s operational setup during the Games. Exclusively available to Team GB athletes, it provided a dedicated space for training, dining, rest, recovery, and mental preparation, offering a refuge from the hectic Olympic Village environment.
Since its inception, the ‘Performance Lodge’ has played a pivotal role in Team GB’s success, and in 2016 guided Team GB to second in the medals table, their highest finish for any Olympic Games held outside London.
Paul, a member of the ‘Performance Lodge’ team since 2016, will delve into the meticulous planning and specialised services that go into creating a high-performance environment. He will discuss how such a facility not only boosts athletes’ chances of winning medals but also supports their overall well-being during the Olympic Games.
Paul is Head of Sports Biomechanics at the UK Sports Institute, where he leads the national delivery of biomechanical services to GB Olympic, Paralympic and Winter sports.
All are welcome to attend the talk at 6pm on Wednesday, February 12 at the Anna Sutton building on Exton Road. To book a place, visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-do-you-optimise-performance-of-team-gb-athletes-at-the-olympics-tickets-1027879935557 .
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