Jose Afonso
Academic and researcher at the University of Porto focused on training methodology (warm-ups, periodization, stretching) and meta-research in sports science, with experience as a former volleyball coach and published work on warm-ups and injury risk.
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Mar 17, 2026 • 1h 10min
244. Does The Warm-Up Really Reduce Injury Risk? w/ Jose Afonso
Jose Afonso, a University of Porto researcher and former volleyball coach specializing in warm-ups and training methods, joins to question whether warm-ups truly cut injury risk. He examines study flaws, suggests clever trial designs, compares warm-ups to chronic prevention programs like FIFA 11+, and debates cool-downs, readiness, and practical preparation strategies.
