Unleashing the peak potential of humans who work in the most challenging and pressuring environments.
Martin Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, human performance specialists speak to world experts across the full spectrum of human performance topics, ranging from mindfulness and perfectionism, sleep, nutrition and optimal physical preparation.
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Unleashing the peak potential of humans who work in the most challenging and pressuring environments.
Martin Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, human performance specialists speak to world experts across the full spectrum of human performance topics, ranging from mindfulness and perfectionism, sleep, nutrition and optimal physical preparation.
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In this episode, Martin & JP talk to Nathalie Pattyn about human performance in operational environments. They discuss the importance of rest and recovery in training, the role of robustness and the challenges of leadership in high-performance settings. Nathalie has extensive experience working in Antarctica, and the conversation explores the adaptability required to excel in that environment.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Nathalie Pattyn is an emergency doctor, psychologist and academic with 30 years of experience in the Belgian defence force. She heads up VIPER – a research unit that investigates human performance in selected populations, from astronauts to special forces candidates.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Produced & edited by Bess Manley
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Chapters
01:09 Founding the Viper Research Unit
01:57 Research Focus and Applications
02:54 Training for Extreme Roles
04:23 The Importance of Rest and Recovery
05:37 Selection and Robustness
14:44 Challenges in Selection Processes
24:22 Antarctic Missions and Remote Medicine
31:46 Cognitive and Physiological Research
38:50 Emerging Technologies and Practical Advice
42:18 Leadership and Duty of Care
46:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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