Movement Made Better Podcast: Recent Episodes
Stick Mobility
Podcast by Stick Mobility, the fitness training program that combines joint mobilization, strength training, and active stretching. The show focuses on improving mobility and is hosted by co-founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera, featuring special guests from the fitness community.
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about the benefits of training internal/external shoulder rotation and provide tips and tools for training internal and external shoulder rotation, and the importance of breath in mobility work.
In this podcast, we discuss:
- 00:00 - Horror Movies
- 04:11 - Sprinting every single day
- 07:21 - Achieving fitness goals without adherence to fitness dogma
- 09:36 - Marathon Des Sables
- 14:34 - How “play” shapes your life
- 21:22 - Internal / External shoulder rotation - Why is it important?
- 25:15 - Simple day-to-day shoulder mobility tips
- 28:10 - Sport specific shoulder mobility
- 31:18 - Opening shoulder rotational capacity
- 32:32 - Analyzing shoulder limitations
- 37:48 - Breathing patterns and Mobility
- 42:15 - Alligator breathing (corrective exercise)
- 44:10 - Nasal breathing
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about the benefits of training external hip rotation and provide tips and tools for training internal and external hip rotation outside and inside of the gym.
In this podcast, we discuss:
- 00:00 - Austin Texas BBQ
- 07:32 - Benefits good external hip rotation
- 16:30 - What is more important for golf — Internal or external hip rotation?
- 19:03 - Training external rotation for tight adductors?
- 29:14 - Simple tips and tools for training int/ext hip rotation
- 31:07 - External Rotation - Top 2 Exercises
- 34:30 - Non-gym training for int/ext hip rotation
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches Help you understand why you want to train in internal hip rotation and why a little valgus knee activation, as long as you’re controlling it, is okay.
In this podcast, we discuss:
- 01:00 - Internal hip rotation
- 05:50 - Favorite ways to train internal rotation
- 13:27 - Internal hip mobility regressions
- 15:36 - Con’s of NOT having internal hip rotation
- 21:08 - Lateral movement & Power generation
- 32:43 - 90/90 Drill
- 35:08 - Knee Health
- 37:24 - Valgus knee activation
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about expectations vs reality within the fitness industry.
In this podcast, we discuss:
- 01:35 - Cookies | Dough Dealerz
- 05:23 - Exp. Vs. Reality | Discipline
- 10:52 - Exp Vs. Reality | Performance
- 14:16 - Exp Vs. Reality | Patience
- 17:03 - Exp Vs. Reality | Nutrition
- 33:44 - Exp Vs. Reality | Mobility
- 38:35 - What does meeting expectations do for you?
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about their top 5 favorite workouts and drills, which range from the legendary Palloff press to playing tag.
In this podcast, we discuss:
- 00:00 - Heatwaves & Hockey
- 07:58 - Ray | #1 - Palloff Press
- 11:04 - Neal | #1 - Hill Sprints
- 14:40 - Dennis | #1 Crawling
- 18:02 - Ray | #2 - Carries
- 27:56 - Neal | #2 - Weighted Hip Strengthening
- 29:41 - Dennis | #2 - Carries (Wall ball crawls)
- 34:41 - Ray | #3 - Landmine Drills
- 39:17 - Neal. | #3 - The Muscle Snatch
- 42:22 - Dennis | #3 - Tag
- 44:41 - Ray | #4 - Squats
- 49:37 - Neal | #4 - Pull Ups
- 57:05 - Dennis. | #4 - Walking Backwards
- 1:07:43 - Super bowl picks
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about Elite athlete biomechanics, navigating social media as a trainer, trainer/coach misconceptions, and more!
In this podcast, we discuss:
00:00 - Sunday Shenanigans 04:44 - Elite Athlete and biomechanics training 10:13 - Training Type-A personality types 13:57 - Misconceptions about what personal trainers. 21:03 - Sharing knowledge as a trainer (Free vs. Paid) 25:21 - Strength training for beginners 27:40 - Talking about your profession (as a trainer) 33:03 - Nutrition Talk: Corn Syrup
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about essential strength, aging & longevity, yielding vs. reactive strength, and more!
In this podcast, we discuss:
- 00:00 - Aging & Longevity
- 03:39 - Essential Strength - Micro Adjustments
- 08:13 - Neck training
- 12:14 - Different types of strength: Yielding vs Reactive
- 16:28 - Are we limited in our perspective of what strength training is?
- 18:20 - Train every type of strength.
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about Coach Ray's most recent competitive lifting results, training ceilings, the relationship between performance and mental health, and more!
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - The Big 3 - Squat / Bench / Deads
- 00:49 - Weight Cutting
- 02:38 - Time & mindset between lifts
- 07:43 - After comp body fatigue
- 08:27 - Competition strategies
- 11:42 - Do athletes achieve their ceiling?
- 13:00 - Sumo Vs. Traditional deadlift
- 17:37 - Modern lifestyles and training
- 27:22 - Becoming elite (sacrifice)
- 31:28 - Training ceilings, performance, and mental health
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Tune in to this week's podcast episode with Strength & Conditioning Coach and Author Karl Eagleman.
Karl is a Movement and S&C Coach - Passionate about helping others improve their quality of life through fitness. He is also the creator and director of @whiteboard_daily; an Instagram health and wellness page that has garnered over 345k followers.
Karl via @Whiteboard_daily and his book provides quality coaching content through whiteboard drawings and movement demonstrations, which include post-movement sequences, coaching cues, techniques, and perspective.
Career accolades: MS in Kinesiology / USAW L1 / CF-L2
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 06:39 - Writing a book / becoming an author
- 09:13 - Training Mindsets
- 12:52 - Training Cues / Triaging movement patterns
- 20:59 - Stick Mobility collaboration
- 22:07 - The importance of “play” in training and life
- 27:53 - Overassessing
- 31:09 - Expanding the whiteboard - cues and movement sequences
- 35:58 - Simplifying movements
- 41:20 - The Wordle Championships
- 42:28 - Advanced weight training program
- 48:23 - 2 key coaching perspectives
More from Karl:
https://www.instagram.com/whiteboard_daily/
https://linktr.ee/whiteboard_daily
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about training and preparation for Competitive lifting competitions, the 2022 IDEA world expo, Cirque Du Soleil, and more!
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - 2022 IDEA World Expo
- 04:52 - The Performers of 'Mad Apple' (Cirque Du Soleil) Spoiler Alert
- 20:19 - Competitive lifting: Intelligent Programming for Performance
- 25:59 - Competitive lifting: Program training volume
- 30:40 - PEDs
- 34:36 - Competitive Lifting: Dieting
- 39:43 - PR’s (Squat / Bench / Deadlift)
- 43:32 - Power lifting suits
- 46:42 - 1,000lb Deadlifts & Bars
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about Dennis Vs. the Altitude, training and psychological aspects of the hike, summiting Kilimanjaro, and more!
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Mount Kilimanjaro
- 02:24 - Dennis vs The altitude
- 09:11 - Summiting Kilimanjaro
- 11:24 - The “Rest Step”
- 17:33 - Training for the climb
- 20:50 - Gear
- 22:09 - Appetite at 15k ft.
- 23:57 - Supplements for elevation
- 25:05 - Psychological state during the hike
- 30:20 - Movement perspectives in the fitness industry
- 48:10 - Travel and the shifting of perspectives
- 50:44 - The next adventure
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about the disconnect within the fitness industry and training goals: Perception vs. reality, relating to the general public as trainers, and more!
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Is the fitness industry out of touch?
- 04:48 - Training goals: Perception Vs. Reality
- 12:44 - As Trainers: Relating to the general public Pt. 1
- 21:12 - Ramifications of the extraction of PE from schools
- 24:38 - Environments: How they dictate who you become
- 30:06 - As Trainers: Relating to the general public Pt. 2
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about Overtraining sports-specific movements, trainer communication, Adaptive client programming, and more!
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Overtraining sport specific movements?
- 01:36 - Diversity of training
- 05:39 - Communication between athletes and trainers/coaches
- 10:48 - Communicating with parents and training young athletes
- 16:46 - Training immediately after a game
- 25:08 - Adaptive client programming
- 29:16 - Pushing back against clients / encouraging recovery
- 33:54 - Top Gun G-Force (No Spoilers)
- 37:03 - Are race car drivers athletes?
- 41:11 - Training athletes for basic human function
- 52:08 - Competitive motivation
- 57:28 - Heavy bench spotting
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
Tune in to this week's podcast episode with strength trainer DJ Murakami.
DJ brings over a decade of experience training athletes, teams, and fitness enthusiasts. He has built a massive following on Instagram (@strongcamps) with his incredible feats of strength, Chi Torque, and his innovative movement and strength programs. His most recent program being "Predator Protocols," Dj's online masseter training course. His mission is to help people move and feel better while simultaneously rekindling their ability to play and explore their untapped human potential.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 Training neck and jaw tissues
- 06:46 Vertical vs Horizontal force bite training
- 07:45 - Bite force training misconceptions
- 17:03 - Specialized mouth guards
- 20:59 - Neck training for clients & athletes
- 24:24 - Jaw Clenching vs Maximal Opening
- 32:55 - The tongue as a training tool
- 37:47 - Oral Facial Myofunction
- 41:06 - The Haka
- 47:32 - “Predator Protocols” Dj's online masseter training course
More from DJ:
https://www.instagram.com/strongcamps/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about old-time strong athletes, acrobats, strength specificity, and more!
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Then & Now
- 07:34 - Social media and its perceptual effects
- 11:13 - Strength is a skill
- 14:28 - Avoiding Injuries
- 17:05 - Baseline training
- 18:01 - Acrobats (Strength Artists)
- 23:37 - Bite force/strength
- 29:46 - Strength specificity
- 38:45 - Training & mental health
- 48:00 - Coming back from injuries
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
This week's podcast episode features Dr. Ali Mattu.
Dr. Mattu spent a decade treating panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, hair-pulling disorder (trichotillomania), skin-picking disorder (excoriation), tic disorder, and Tourette syndrome using cognitive behavioral therapy. He’s created over 150 videos for his YouTube channel, The Psych Show, which have been seen over 3.5 million times. Dr. Mattu is the co-host of PBS’s Self-Evident, an expert on Netflix + Vox’s The Mind Explained: Anxiety, HBO’s Doctor Commentaries, and A&E’s The Employables.
He received his B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles where he majored in psychology and minored in Asian American studies. Dr. Mattu received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Mattu has been called a “forward thinker” in psychology, and was named one of The Mighty’s mental health heroes of 2015. His work has been described as “simple, thoughtful, and actionable.” Dr. Mattu lives in the San Francisco Bay Area
In this podcast we discuss:
- 04:04 - The challenges of mindsets
- 06:55 - Working with beginner client mindsets
- 15:04 - Unlocking a clients mindset and identity
- 18:56 - Grit, Peak performance, and bringing your best
- 26:39 - Overthinking
- 30:46 - Finding calm
- 34:53 - Pain and healing
- 46:57 - Deliberate practice - Getting good quickly
More from Dr. Mattu:
https://alimattu.com/
https://www.instagram.com/alimattu/
The Psych Show | YouTube
Check out this week's episode with Dr. Christopher Deprato.
Dr. DaPrato currently treats professional and NCAA athletes at UC San Francisco and UC Berkeley, while teaching in the Orthopedic Residency for their School of Medicine. He is a strong proponent and educator for manual therapy in sports and has presented evidence-informed practices at conferences both nationally and internationally. After receiving his BS in Human Physiology, his Masters in Physical Therapy from Long Beach, and his Doctorate from Temple University, he went on to become Board Certified in Sports through the APTA. His approach to patient care has become a blend of advanced level strength and conditioning with manual techniques, and received his CSCS through the NSCA, and was certified as a Performance Enhancement Specialist from the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
In this podcast we discuss:
00:00 - Intro 01:42 - What is MyoFascial Decompression? 03:45 - Major misconceptions with regards to Fascia and biomechanics 08:56 - Combining cupping with movement? YES! 13:07 - Cupping techniques — Iso vs Dynamic 14:15 - Cup muscular placement points 19:27 - Choosing cups 21:33 - BFR (Blood flow restriction) 25:45 - Occlusion points 30:26 - BFR for rock climbing 34:25 - BFR training frequencies 38:26 - BFR in relation to blood pressure 41:50 - Increasing rates of recovery 44:39 - Courses
More from Dr. Daprato
www.cuptherapy.com https://www.instagram.com/cuptherapy/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk contours, angles, velocities, and limb length in regards to squats and squat positioning.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 1:01 - Elevation
- 1:45 - Offset position / shifting weight
- 2:53 - Squat Volume vs. Squat Range of motion (opinion)
- 6:01 - Mobility for stronger squats?
- 7:50 - Squat velocity
- 10:15 - Limb length
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about everything row and pull-ups related, and finally, put the age-old question to rest and declare a winner -- ROWS VS PULL UPS!
In this podcast we discuss:
Rows Vs Pullups
- 00:00 - Intro
- 04:06 - Hang to Pull
- 06:24 - Rope pull variations
- 08:09 - Op-ed: Choose 1 - Pull or Row Variation (for oneself and clients)
- 12:47 - Do heavy rows translate to pull up training?
- 17:25 - Pull-ups in a spontaneous play situation
- 19:33 - The power of Isometrics in a variety of positions
- 21:38 - Final Thoughts
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera!
In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about building rapport with clients, referrals, and other interesting topics in the health and wellness space and beyond.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 01:58 - Giving a s@*t (developing trust)
- 07:22 - Moderation.
- 08:45 - Building rapport with clients
- 11:06 - Cutting ties with clients
- 15:59 - When clients confide in you
- 20:32 - Referrals
- 24:16 - Closing Thoughts for new trainers
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera!
In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about setting realistic expectations, survival tips for new trainers, training like an athlete, and other interesting topics in the health and wellness space and beyond.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:34 - The disconnect between fitness industry and general population
- 06:00 - Setting realistic expectations
- 11:02 - Overcoming struggles with typical gym workouts
- 14:58 - Survival tips for new trainers
- 23:07 - Perceptions about health and fitness
- 26:51 - Playing with your kids
- 30:11 - Training like an athlete (general population)
- 37:06 - Trainer tips: finding time to train on your own
- 41:46 - Training methodology evolutions (from 25 to 45)
- 49:17 - The pursuit of your ceiling
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
Check out this week's episode with Monica Boldt!
As a fitness and health professional that has been in the industry for over a decade, Monica is always aiming for progress by constantly learning and educating to provide clients the best for their individual needs. Sustainable fitness throughout the decades is her goal, personally, and with those, she train. Her background includes being a certified personal trainer, kettlebell specialist (Strong First Elite), Indian clubs coach, as well as a certified Stick Mobility coach.
Prevention is Monica's modus operandi. Therefore, helping others to become more in-tune to their bodies and discovering their own protocols that serve their health is highly encouraged. Through no-nonsense nutritional tools, she provides support and resources to bring awareness to eating patterns and food choices. Lastly, building resilient bodies through movement patterns that incorporate mobility, dynamic flexibility, coordination and strength is her passionate approach to a holistic fitness lifestyle.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:30 - 'Strong First Elite’ achievement
- 03:57 - Bent press — common mistakes and fixes using Stick Mobility
- 06:38 - Indian clubs
- 13:41 - Clubs for shoulder issues and wrist mobility
- 20:13 - Mace work and functional training
- 25:00 - The importance of play for a training mindset
- 29:02 - Training frequency and Stick Mobility work
- 30:59 - Hypermobility and static stretching
- 32:10 - Strengthening end ranges
- 36:33 - Upcoming Indian club workshop
More from Monica:
https://www.boldfittechnique.com/
https://www.somble.com/boldfittechnique
https://www.instagram.com/boldfittechnique/
Check out this week's episode with Kaleen Canevari!
Kaleen Canevari is the Founder and CEO of Flexiapilates. She is a Pilates teacher and engineer who solves equipment headaches. Before she was a Pilates instructor, she was a mechanical engineer. After completing her teacher training, she merged her two passions.
Initially, she helped design equipment for Balanced Body where she bridged the gap between the technical manufacturing-speak and the equally-complicated Pilates world language and ideals. Then she noticed a bigger problem. While Pilates teachers had access to beautiful equipment, most of them were lost on how to take care of it and it wasn’t their fault! After all, this wasn’t something that was taught in the teacher training.
Fast forward to today where she helps Pilates teachers find the right equipment for their needs and keep their equipment safe, smooth, and quiet, so their teaching (and not that squeaky spring) can be the star of the show. So, Kaleen founded 'The Fit Reformer' to support Pilates studio owners and instructors like you when the inevitable time comes that you have a question about your Pilates equipment.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro / What is Pilates?
- 02:32 - The intimidation factor of the reformer
- 06:04 - Combining Stick Mobility & Pilates
- 07:19 - Integrating technology and metrics into Pilates
- 13:27 - The conscious competent cycle (self-regulation)
- 14:53 - Pilates training frequency
- 16:30 - Training using empirical data
- 20:34 - Pilates to address hypermobility
- 21:44 - The broad beneficial scope of Pilates
- 24:40 - The nuances of movement and strength
More from Kaleen:
https://fitreformer.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kaleencanevari/
Check out this week's episode with Catherine Cowey!
Catherine brings a wealth of education and years of athletic experience to her role as a personal trainer. As an athlete, she sustained several injuries, which led her to study the body and the mechanisms of injury and healing.
Catherine pulls from this past working experience but has a thirst for knowledge that is never quenched. She has continued to evolve her practice and use the most up-to-date research and methods to better help her clients with injuries, pain, and increasing general fitness.
Catherine also has an avid interest in working with hypermobile individuals. Her consummate research has given her insight into the best ways to deal with many of the multi-faceted symptoms that come with having joint hypermobility syndrome.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:
USF B.A. Sports Med/Exercise Physiology SFSU M.A. Kinesiology LMT ACE FMS I & II FR and FRC mobility specialist PRI (Respiration, Myokinematics, Instability and Impingement) Ki-Hara DCT Resistance stretching
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:56 - How common is hypermobility
- 02:52 - Long term effects of hypermobility
- 06:39 - Strength training with hypermobility
- 10:48 - Long duration isometrics
- 14:53 - Addressing mental barriers with hypermobile clients
- 19:20 - Are you hypermobile?
- 21:38 - Basic principles to remember with hypermobile clients
- 25:23 - Joint centration
- 29:21 - Hypermobility with relation to the cardiovascular system
- 35:40 - Back-loaded squats for hypermobile people?
- 39:37 - Nutrition and Sleep
More from Catherine at:
https://www.fitwizesf.com/
Check out this week's episode with Trina Altman!
Trina is an interdisciplinary movement educator (SCOTT pilates / E-RYT 500). She is also the creator of Yoga Deconstructed and Pilates Deconstructed, which shows teachers how to take an interdisciplinary approach to foster an embodied understanding of yoga and Pilates in relation to modern movement science.
Trina has presented at Momentum Fest, the International Association of Yoga Therapy Conference, and Kripalu. She also created and taught a Pilates continuing-education course for physical therapists and was part of the faculty for the Brain Longevity conference at UCLA. Trina was the co-creator of Equinox’s signature program Best Stretch Ever, utilizing the mobility stick to improve functional range of motion, body awareness, and total body strength.
Trina was a finalist in the Next Pilates Anytime Instructor Competition in 2017. Her work has been published in Yoga Journal, Yoga International, and Pilates Style magazine. My classes have been featured on Yoga International and Yoga Anytime. She is also the author of Yoga Deconstructed®: Movement science principles for teaching, which shows yoga teachers how to integrate modern movement science into their classes and is published by Handspring Publishing.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 09:41 - Didactics in yoga and pilates
- 10:44 - Pain / Hypermobility
- 16:25 - Yoga Deconstructed (Book)
- 19:58 - Common yoga (asana) injuries
- 22:37 - The evolution of yoga
- 25:05 - Yoga hands-on adjustments
- 32:37 - Lever and limb lengths
- 39:49 - Is yoga all the training you need?
- 45:12 - A typical training week for Trina
- 47:33 - Trampoline training
More from Trina:
https://trinaaltman.com/
https://www.instagram.com/trinaaltman/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Gary Gall!
Scranton Raised. South Dakota perspective. Regular hustler.
In August of 2011, Gary packed his bags and moved to Aberdeen South Dakota. his dream was to become a college strength and conditioning coach. Gary worked with over 400 college athletes from September 2011 to July 2013 at Northern State University. There he helped establish a philosophy of being built from the ground up, movement over muscles, and pushing the body beyond what was thought to be possible.
In August of 2013, Gary brought the philosophy mentioned above to SUNY New Paltz. SUNY New Paltz is a Division III University in upstate New York. Through focus, hard work, and total commitment, Gary developed the first strength and conditioning program in University history. Over time this vision becаme more about the culture.
In February 2018 Gary brought his passion to California. His overarching vision is to continue the journey and to become an added hustler to the Heart and Hustle team.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:31 - Training athletes for performance and injury prevention
- 08:22 - Contact athletes and injury prevention. Chasing the unicorn?
- 09:55 - Maximizing movement efficiency
- 11:58 - The current state of P.E. and recess in grade school
- 16:05 - Chasing statistics. The reason for increased injuries in athletics?
- 19:44 - Back to the Basics | Maximizing foundational movements
- 24:21 - Segmenting your training programming
- 27:53 - Characteristics of a good coach/trainer
- 32:49 - One-on-one programming versus team programming
- 35:03 - Mental mobility
More from Gary Gall:
www.instagram.com/heartandhustlegym
www.instagram.com/trainerrepublic
www.instagram.com/garycgall
https://www.heartandhustle.com/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Robert Crowley, BSc (Ex Physiology) DC (Doctor of Chiropractic).
Robert has 18 years of experience as a chiropractor. He is originally from the USA where he obtained a BSc in Exercise Physiology at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1998. In 2002 he qualified as a Chiropractor at the National University of Health Sciences. Robert practiced in the USA from 2003-2008 working in an interdisciplinary setting, along with Medical Doctors, Physical Therapists, and Chiropractors.
In 2008 he moved to the United Kingdom and registered with the General Chiropractic Council. He is currently in private practice at Gain Recovery Chiropractic & Sports Rehab in Norwich. He is a CrossFit Level 1 Coach and served as Clinical Lead of Athlete Services from 2014-2017 at CrossFit Games European/Meridian Regionals in Copenhagen and Madrid, leading an interdisciplinary team of Chiropractors, Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, and Sports Therapists.
Robert is also a RockTape Instructor, delivering kinesiology taping, IASTM, myofascial cupping, and movement specialist courses to manual therapists. He also is a Stick Mobility Instructor certifying manual therapists and personal trainers in the use of the mobility stick. Robert is a member of the British Chiropractic Association and European Chiropractic Union.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 05:40 - Stickmobility as a primary rehab tool
- 07:55 - Stickmobility as a cross-training tool
- 12:13 - Adaptability & improvisational skills in training and recovery
- 18:30 - Strength training & chiropractics
- 24:35 - Fascial competence within the wellness industry
- 30:46 - Lockdown training
- 38:36 - What should you look for in a chiropractor?
- 45:05 - Book recommendations
More from Dr. Robert Crowley
https://www.gainrecovery.co.uk/about-us.php
Check out this week's podcast episode with "The Stretch Boss," Tina Rivera!
Tina Rivera known as the Stretch Boss has been highly regarded by her celebrity clients for her recovery bodywork and tissue manipulation. She began her journey of healing when she discovered powerlifting and personal training over 18 years ago. When Tina received her license for physical therapy, she knew she found her purpose in life.
Over the years Tina received recognition for her distinctive techniques by her staff and personal clients as well, earning her the name the StretchBoss by her colleagues. Her transition from working for a company to entrepreneurship has been liberating. She has worked with the likes of Hip Hop artists, Pro-bodybuilders, fitness influencers, and UFC Fighters.
A few of Tina's Certifications Include:
Body Tempering (BT-C), FRC Mobility Specialist (FRCms), Manual Lymph Drainage Therapist (L.M.T), Fascial Stretch Therapist (FST), FMT Bladed Advanced (FMT), and Mobility/WOD Movement & Mobility Specialist (m/wods).
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 00:47 - Benefits of stretching
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02:19 - Active & Passive stretching
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03:33 - The Stretch Boss origins story
- 08:53 - Stretching - not a stand-alone fix all
- 10:44 - Cupping Techniques
- 14:10 - The emotional component of stretching
- 21:59 - Knowing who’s on your table (Physical therapy)
- 24:16 - Exploring deficiencies in mobility
- 28:52 - How often should you work on mobilizing?
- 31:03 - Partner assisted stretching vs. solo stretching
- 34:45 - Hydration with regards to tissue quality and movement
- 43:46 - Patience - A modern-day superpower
- 48:33 - Adding Stick Mobility to your mobility toolbox
- 51:26 - Becoming an advocate for your health
- 52:13 - Branding and Entrepreneurship
- 58:42 - Recovery methods
More from Tina:
https://thestretchboss.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thestretchboss/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera!
In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about working with clients with previous injuries, accounting for limb length when considering ranges of motion, social media influencers, and other interesting topics in the health and wellness space and beyond.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 01:51 - Limb lengths and appendages regarding proper form
- 04:47 - Working with clients with previous injuries
- 09:22 - Strength and Mobility “influencers”
- 11:08 - Ranges of motion | Contortion, mobility, and body types
- 19:09 - Closing thoughts
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera!
In this week's podcast, the coaches re-cap on previous guests, touch upon the prevalence of injuries seen in professional sports, training mindsets, and many other interesting topics in the health and wellness space and beyond.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:12 - The prevalence of Injuries in professional sports
- 10:00 - Re-cap of previous guests
- 11:00 - Body mass and its effect on mobility
- 16:08 - Sports and young children
- 19:17 - NFL tackles
- 21:35 - Mind-games in the sports arena
- 25:10 - Athletic recovery
- 30:12 - Training with chronic injuries
- 38:00 - Long term mindsets
- 43:39 - Focusing on the breath / Nasal Breathing
- 47:36 - Rock Climbing & Mobility
- 57:56 - Non-exercise forms of training (dancing)
More from Stick Mobility:
https://stickmobility.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Michael Ryan!
Michaels background is in Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition Coaching, Motivation, and Performance Psychology. Michael is currently the Director of Curriculum Development at Forme. He has been a Certified Health and Wellness Coach (CHWC) thru Wellcoaches since 2008 and Precision Nutrition L2 since 2016 and is currently a doctoral learner studying Performance Psychology at Grand Canyon University.
Micheal prides himself on coaching various populations with empathy and compassion, through the pillars of movement, nutrition, and regeneration, with a goal to stratify risk, reduce the onset and prevalence of chronic disease, and mindfully uphold the standards and principles identified by the governing bodies in the field of kinesiology, motivation and performance psychology with integrity and care.
Forever a student and coach, he is committed to the lifelong process of continuing education, practical experience, and self-reflection.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:37 - Performance Psychology
- 08:59 - The psychological well-being scale
- 09:45 - The psychological component of Coaching
- 12:53 - Move well, move often
- 14:17 - Mobility vs. Stability
- 15:59 - Training & Nutrition - post hip replacement
- 23:13 - Performance Psychology - Thinking fast, Thinking slow
- 28:42 - What does performance psychology encompass?
- 31:11 - The Eudaimonic well-being model
- 34:22 - Emotional Intelligence and active listening
- 38:08 - Client friendships - Finding the appropriate balance
- 44:51 - Forme Life
More from Mike:
https://www.instagram.com/mryanwellcoach/
https://coach.wellcoach.com/michael-ryan/
https://formelife.com/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Jesse Grund!
Jesse A Grund is the owner of Unconventional Strength in Orlando, FL. He has over 10 years of experience in the industry. He is also the Performance Director of Orlando Body Therapy, as well as an educator for TRX Training.
Jesse's passion is simple: coach men and women to their optimum potential and to places they never expected they could take their body. He proudly coaches everyone from stay at home Moms to World Champion Athletes with the same mantra of “Move well. Move strong. Move often. Thrive!”
Jesses professional accolades include: Certified Strength Coach (NCSF CSC) NCSF CPT,NASM PES, NASM CES, NASM FNS Gray Institute Functional Movement Scientist, TRX Instructor Candidate Onnit Academy Battle Rope Conditioning Specialist, Stick Mobility Coach FRCms, Kinstretch Certified Instructor, FMS, FCS, Fascial Stretch Practitioner.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:22 - What is mobility?
- 01:54 - How does mobility differ from stability?
- 03:58 - Integrating mobility and S&C for high school athletics
- 08:39 - Traditional S&C for sports performance
- 11:15 - Velocity based training
- 13:13 - Training with footwear vs. barefoot
- 22:11 - Injury mitigation for athletes
- 29:33 - Become a functional mover
- 32:15 - Expanding your movement acumen
- 38:04 - Adding mobility/stability work to your programming
- 42:52 - Strength, mobility, and movement without limits
- 45:03 - A-ha moments with the Stick Mobility System
- 51:29 - The 3 priorities
- 55:03 - Dogma within the coaching sphere
More from Jesse:
www.instagram.com/unconventional_strength
https://www.unconstrength.com/
Check out this week's podcast episode with Chris DiVecchio!
Chris brings an innovative approach to health and fitness with a unique blend of self-development transformation training. With over 20 years of experience, DiVecchio has trained everyone from athletes to models to people just trying to find time to fit in a workout. The majority of his clientele consists of high-level executives who have spent their lives building their wealth and success at the expense of their health and wellness and are now truly dedicated to balancing both.
DiVecchio has made media headlines such as Good Morning America, The New York Post, Men’s Health, and Men’s Fitness for helping his client win the largest weight loss prop bet to date of $1.2 million dollars. He has also been featured on KTLA Morning News to talk about his book The 5x2 Method Revealing the Power of Your Senses.
Chris is also the creator of the "Mobility Wall" which has been heralded as "the future of foam rolling," due to its upright position making it easy for you to target the most effective areas of your body without the hassle of getting on the ground.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:59 - The Mobility Wall
- 08:21 - Versions of Mobility Wall
- 09:21 - Mobility Wall in professional athletics
- 11:23 - Soft tissue release / foam rolling
- 16:49 - Movement prep for better performance
- 21:32 - Post-chore active stretching
- 27:45 - Bodybuilding and mobility
- 35:11 - Ice hockey and mobility
- 38:51 - Asymmetry in sports
- 42:43 - Stick Mobility sport applications
- 44:39 - NCAA Hockey
- 47:13 - Upcoming projects
More from Chris:
https://www.instagram.com/mobility_wall/
https://www.chrisdivecchio.com/
https://mobilitywall.com/
This week's podcast episode is with Eitan Gelber!
Eitan is an Israeli native, who has spent 15 years at Stanford University where he became the director of the Athletic Training Department. He has spoken nationally and internationally on a variety of sports medicine topics. Eitan is currently the Director of Assessment at a start-up in Menlo Park called Aperion Life. They offer concierge health services where they assess, educate and plan for long-term healthy living for a variety of executive clientele. Eitan has spent the last 20 years working with high-level athletes of all kinds ranging from USA Judo, USA Wrestling to the Israeli National Judo Team. He has several certifications including MA, ATC, CSCS, CMT, and DNSP.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 04:11 - SJSU judo
- 07:53 - Stanford athletic training
- 15:20 - US olympic medical team
- 23:54 - USA olympic wrestling
- 29:41 - Dagestanian training and development
- 43:31 - Flow training
- 45:20 - Wellness and longevity
- 49:02 - Sleep science
- 50:48 - An outsiders perspective from the inside
More from Eitan:
https://www.apeiron.life/
https://www.instagram.com/eitans.g/
This week's podcast episode features John Sinclair!
John has 20+ years of coaching all levels of sport and holds comprehensive knowledge and experience in the aspects and management of all training dynamics (technical-tactical, physical, mental, recovery/regeneration). He has developed a very specific programming algorithm to organize and enhance biological systems for the purpose of creating resiliency. He believes that variability is the key to health and with careful and specific individualized programming we can significantly increase performance and drastically decrease the potential for overuse and injury.
A few of John's accolades include 15 certificates in coaching, science, nutrition, post-rehabilitation therapy, and sports performance, he is a master coach and educator for 7 different companies in the fitness industry, and he coaches athletes in professional, semi-professional and Olympic and Paralympic games including, NBA, NHL, MLB, NFL, NLL, MLS, WTA, AHL, WHL.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:01 - Attacking vs. absorbing ground force
- 06:14 - Advancing motor programming with environmental variance
- 09:10 - Genetics in relation to the quality of connective tissues and subsequent training
- 11:12 - A trainer's approach to athlete variance: Stiff vs subluxed
- 14:48 - Looking for answers in a silo
- 17:23 - The art of coaching: Creating on demand
- 18:49 - Brain-based movement prescriptions
- 24:40 - Modern vs classic hockey goalies
- 28:43 - Enhancing athletic styles
- 33:49 - Assisting motor patterns in youth athletes
- 38:04 - Training high school athletics and professionals
- 40:39 - Training with too much specificity at a younger age
- 44:13 - Programming for the single-sport athlete
- 44:38 - Paralympics: Goalball
More from John:
https://www.instagram.com/authentichealthcoach/
https://www.authentichealthcoaching.com
Check out this week's podcast episode with Maz!
Maz has 12+ years of experience working in the health, wellness, and fitness industry. He is a qualified Physiotherapist with a personal training background and is registered with the CSP, HCPC and REPs. He takes a holistic and individualized approach to strength and movement through his experience and understanding of the human structure and form.
He is the proud owner of the Step Up Physiotherapy Gym which is currently comprised of two divisions, physiotherapy and strength. Maz has also successfully completed the Functional Range Seminars qualifications and is a fully qualified Functional Range Conditioning mobility specialist (FRCms), Functional Range Assessment specialist (FRA), Functional Range Release practitioner (FR), Kinstretch instructor, and Stick Mobility Coach.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:56 - NHS care vs private practice treatment
- 03:07 - Not your average Physio
- 06:36 - Focusing on foundational mobility
- 08:03 - Safety culture in the mobility space?
- 13:37 - Pain: Always a bad thing?
- 15:06 - Spontaneity in training
- 19:31 - Choosing a physical therapist
- 27:44 - Educating the patient
- 33:31 - Merging physio therapy and personal training
More from Maz:
https://www.instagram.com/stepupphysiotherapy/
https://stepupphysiotherapy.com
Tune in to this week's podcast episode with Paul Edmondson!
Paul is a Fellow of Applied Functional Science having completed the GIFT 40-week program in 2012. He is also CAFS, NG360 GPS, and 3DMAPS certified. Paul studied under the brilliant guidance of Dr. Gary Gray and Dr. David Tibierio, also the likes of Robert Schleip, Thomas Myers, Michol Dalcourt, and Anthony Carey along his journey in movement education and research. He is a former speaker for Anatomy Trains, a current Core-Tex and Power Plate Master Trainer internationally, and most recently certified as a Gray Institute Speaker/Educator and Presenter. He has been involved mostly in PT education in the UK for the past 7 years, but now relishes his new role at the Gray Institute teaching the Principles and Applications of Applied Functional Science for Movement Professionals to further enhance their career.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:10 - New hypertrophy training course
- 05:12 - Benefits of muscular hypertrophy
- 07:49 - Hypertrophy in relation to body type
- 12:27 - Training course programming
- 16:08 - Hypertrophy training’s effects on the cardiovascular system
- 18:12 - Addressing the “More is Better” mentality
- 21:15 - Nutrition
- 27:30 - Best times to train for muscle building?
- 29:55 - A strength & functionality course for all demographics
- 30:56 - Rep ranges, timed training, and volume
More from Paul:
https://www.instagram.com/paul_edmondson_mta_gi/
https://grayinstitute.com
This week's podcast episode features "Kettlebell OG" Steve Cotter!
For more than 30 years, Steve has promoted body-mind fitness around the world through martial arts, qigong, mobility, flexibility, kettlebell training, and via IKFF educational courses. He has worked tirelessly to share the power of kettlebells and his efforts to teach his art form have globally impacted the growth and popularity of kettlebell training.
His physical features of power led him to be named by Men’s Health magazine as one of the Top 100 Fittest Men of All-Time, yet it is his clear communication and ability to break down the complex that has brought him global recognition as a fitness educator who leads hands-on training to thousands of fitness professionals in over 60 nations.
Steve also wrote the book on Kettlebell Training and created the Encyclopedia of Kettlebell Training DVD series which provided the foundational instruction for countless trainers who learned how to use kettlebells through his teachings. More than anything, Steve loves to teach and share his unique experience to promote health, happiness, and longevity through fitness.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 04:14 - The evolution of unconventional fitness
- 12:03 - Jiu Jitsu
- 13:08 - Creating a training balance as we age
- 16:40 - Training principles for the younger generation
- 19:40 - Being fit yet unhealthy
- 22:50 - Self-discipline: the father of all mental faculties
- 23:56 - The importance of the breath
- 23:53 - The greatest attribute of Kettlebell training
- 29:12 - Training philosophies: martial arts vs westernized sports programs
- 34:37 - Spinal engine drive and the skeletal core
- 39:09 - The future of exercise science
- 45:54 - Stick Mobility: “an innovation to study”
- 48:12 - What does flexibility really mean?
- 52:10 - Our body the supercomputer
- 58:38 - Upcoming projects
More from Steve:
https://www.instagram.com/stevecotter_ikff/
https://www.facebook.com/ikffofficial/
http://ikff.net/steve-cotter/
Check out this week's podcast episode with wellness entrepreneur Mike Lyon!
Mike is a Co-Founder of Pedestal Footwear. He believes in old-school training methods that focus on performance and functionality. His vision was to form a company that provided something excellent, benefited the end-user, and didn’t sell something just for the sake of selling.
Pedestal Footwear is a company focused on the feet and their relation to the rest of the body. Their mission is to awaken athletes to their feet. They believe that feet are extremely important for optimal performance yet are the most neglected part of the training regiment.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 06:38 - Pedestal Footwear origins
- 08:18 - What is Pedestal Footwear
- 16:02 - Durability
- 19:48 - Marketing successes and missteps
- 24:39 - Training feet
- 26:26 - Pedestal demographics
- 30:54 - Mobility from a demographics perspective
- 36:59 - Virtual training vs facility training
- 39:53 - New projects and products
- 42:10 - Made in America
- 45:22 - Social media branding
More from Mike:
https://pedestalfootwear.com/
https://www.instagram.com/pedestalfootwear/
This week's podcast episode features strength coach Alex Kanellis!
Alex brings with him many years of experience on and off the field as a D1 collegiate athlete and trainer. He has positioned himself among the elites as the head strength coach with the Iowa State Wrestling Team and Strength and Conditioning coach at Weck Method. Alex is an MS, CSCS, and has pioneered and developed the innovative Landmine University.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 03:34 - The Landmine - A tool of function and strength
- 05:29 - Landmine University - System Principles
- 09:05 - Spinal Engine Theory
- 12:53 - Making the spine more mobile - Pushback on that concept?
- 15:19 - Generating explosiveness with the landmine
- 18:43 - Measuring bar speed
- 21:54 - Landmine training - More accessible than olympic lifting
- 28:55 - Landmine programming for new users
- 32:38 - Stick Mobility & Landmine University
- 36:18 - Landmine University Certification
More from Alex:
https://www.landmineuniversity.com/
https://www.instagram.com/landmineuniversity/
This week's podcast episode features elite trainer Pat McCloskey.
With over 34 years of training experience, Pat serves as 1TO1's Director of Training and Education. Pat is tasked with pursuing the most effective training and reconditioning techniques nationwide and disseminating them to 1TO1's Training Team. He has served as a consultant to USWNT under 20 programs, Washington Wizards, Washington Redskins, and is a teaching faculty member for the Gray Institute.
At the Gray institute, Pat presents Movement Analysis and Performance education to Physical Therapists, Osteopaths, and Trainers from all over the world and served on the design team for their industry-acclaimed courses CAFS (Certification of Applied Functional Science) and 3DMAPS (3D Movement Analysis and Performance).
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 06:17 - The lost art of isometrics
- 09:09 - Principles for creating workout drills
- 16:16 - Incline training - A missing element in many training programs
- 19:02 - Neck training
- 22:18 - Stimulate and not annihilate
- 28:32 - Methods of teaching and instruction
- 39:48 - New projects and expansions
- 42:19 - Periodization
- 51:04 - Industry turnover
- 54:41 - Personal Training as a career
- 55:21 - “Genetic Freaks”
- 58:16 - Pro tennis players | Underrated athletes
- 1:03:24 - Neal’s athletic background
- 1:06:02 - Too tight vs. Too loose
More from Pat:
https://www.instagram.com/mccloskey_pat/
https://1to1fitness.com/
Check out this week's podcast episode with running coach Sarah Scozzaro.
Sarah is a CTS expert coach who specializes in Ultra Running. Originally from Northern California, she started running at a very young age, falling in love with the competitive aspect. After a major injury in 2002 that had sidelined her for eight years, Sarah returned to running in 2010 more determined than ever. In 2012 she completed her first ultra and has since completed several 100 miles, 100k, and 50-mile events.
Sarah has an M.S. in Exercise Science with a concentration in Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention. She also has certifications in personal training and restorative exercise to better serve her athletes and keep their needs, keeping them running strong and healthy. As a military spouse, she continues living and running all over the world with athletes of all levels and experience. For instance, she had the opportunity to serve as a consultant with an NFL team for four seasons on restorative work, injury prevention, and performance enhancement.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro / How many miles do you run!?
- 02:48 - 240-mile ultra marathons
- 04:30 - Optimal carry weight (gear) for ultras
- 05:15 - Strength training to retain muscle and stay strong
- 08:35 - Planning training cycles
- 12:07 - Single leg training or bilateral
- 13:15 - Injuries
- 15:26 - Running form: Heel vs. midfoot and overstriding
- 18:06 - Road vs Trail Running: Which is safer? Which for beginners?
- 21:26 - Treadmill running
- 26:37 - How to choose footwear
- 28:01 - Barefoot running / Minimalist shoes
- 33:03 - The importance of patience
- 34:42 - Ultra Gear
- 36:41 - Training your gut: Nutrition / Fueling / Hydration
- 42:24 - Training logs
- 44:07 - Power hiking
- 46:59 - Recovery / Overtraining
More from Sarah:
https://www.instagram.com/drtyrunner/
Tune in to this week's podcast episode with strength trainer DJ Murakami.
DJ brings over a decade of experience training athletes, teams, and fitness enthusiasts. He has built a massive following on Instagram (@strongcamps) with his incredible feats of strength, Chi Torque, and his innovative movement and strength programs. His mission is to help people move and feel better while simultaneously rekindling their ability to play and explore their untapped human potential.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - What is a Torque Stick?
- 07:00 - Torque, tension, and range of motion
- 10:41 - Adding new intentions and dimensions to training
- 11:49 - Priming movement patterns with the Torque Stick
- 14:13 - Dj’s Torque Stick Manual
- 18:34 - Missing aspects of general fitness training
- 20:32 - Landmine University
- 26:23 - Movement Quest
- 27:26 - Taking movement systems and ideologies too seriously
- 29:44 - Upcoming projects
- 31:38 - Scarcity mindset
- 40:15 - Fitness tools
More from DJ:
https://www.instagram.com/strongcamps/
Check out this week's podcast episode featuring Al Painter! With over 20 years of experience within the fitness industry, Al is very well versed in how to train people to move with more strength, control, and power.
Al specializes in training super busy parents, cyclists, runners, swimmers, and the culmination of the three, triathletes. He also raced mountain bikes from 2006-2012 so he is intimately familiar with how endurance athletes break and more importantly, how to build the strength to keep that from happening so they can set more PRs training rather than more PT appointments from getting hurt.
Some of Al's accolades include the NASM (CPT, PES, CES), AFPA Triathlete injury prevention, Stick Mobility certified coach, and he also authored the strength training chapter for the first version of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) Coach's Training Manual.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:56 - Common issues for new cyclists
- 05:40 - Trainer tips for unlocking hips and firing the glutes
- 10:01 - Single leg deadlifts for cyclists
- 10:44 - Cycling shoes and toe articulation
- 14:03 - Injuries: Difference between road and mountain bikers?
- 15:33 - Recreational road cyclists - Clips or no clips?
- 19:50 - Exercises for cyclists to avoid
- 26:56 -The Janda sit-up - One of the best core exercises for cyclist
- 29:23 - Strength training: Pre or post cycling?
- 34:32 - Power to weight ratio
- 35:38 - Breathing
- 39:49 - Heart rate monitors for recreational cyclists?
- 41:43 - Indoor cycling and its effects on outdoor rider growth
- 45:44 - Numbness in hands while biking
- 47:18 - Cycling benefits from grip training?
- 50:02 - Downhill mountain bike racing
- 54:06 - Current projects
- 56:43 - #Leastmode - The minimum effective dose
More from Al:
https://www.integratefitness.com/
www.instagram.com/doyouintegrate/
This week's podcast episode features Morgan Anderson Raynor. Morgan has positioned herself as an elite coach working with clients of all ages and backgrounds with a specialization in strength and movement. She is a CPT, Animal flow regional leader, Stick Mobility instructor, StrongFirst SFG Kettlebell Instructor, and professional dancer/performative artist.
Morgan is a freelance performer with a passion for multidisciplinary collaboration, choreography, and teaching. Her approach for both performance and training is based on initiation of and reaction to movement and surroundings. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) focused in Dance Performance form Purchase College, SUNY.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 05:38 - Dancing at the age of 4
- 08:12 - Differences between tap, ballet, and modern dance
- 10:16 - Where should children begin their dance journey?
- 12:22 - Strength training for dance
- 19:06 - Yoga
- 21:03 - The challenges of dancing professionally
- 27:09 - Personal training education from a dancer's perspective
- 31:02 - Training philosophy
- 38:19 - StrongFirst Iron Maiden Challenge
- 40:57 - Breathwork in dance
- 45:10 - Current projects
More from Morgan:
https://www.instagram.com/bodyarticulate/
Check out this week's podcast episode featuring Ian Markow.
Ian Markow started his fitness career at Crunch Gyms in NYC. He then began working at the fitness center of Goldman Sachs where he learned how to manage his credit score as well as progressing his craft. The next step was with DPT Fabian Garcia where Ian began assisting at his clinic and doubling as a human sponge for knowledge. Ian then teamed up with his brother Alex to create Markow Training Systems (MTS) and developed their educational courses. He is now based out of Miami, FL and continues to train clients and teach Kinstretch classes.
Markow Training Systems integrates mobility principles with strength training. Their number one priority is to educate people all over the world and give them independence through teaching that one can do anything with proper progressions.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:13 - What is Kinstretch?
- 04:34 - Skeletal alignment to open mobility at the joints
- 06:32 - The kinetic chain: Open & closed
- 08:12 - Ground force reaction
- 10:17 - Client communication: Cueing
- 12:26 - General reception to spinal mobilization
- 13:11 - Client communication: Assessments
- 15:54 - Ian’s personal mobility routine
- 19:15 - Injuries
- 20:45 - Transference of mobility into real life application
- 25:02 - Developing your own training protocols
- 28:08 - Unexpected obstacles of business ownership
- 30:59 - Courses and certifications
- 35:30 - Back squats and dead lifts
- 39:22 - Open mindedness and critical thinking in the fitness industry
- 48:15 - NBA playoffs
More from Ian:
https://www.markowtrainingsystems.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ianmarkow/
This week's podcast episode is with Doug Sheppard.
Doug has been helping people reach their fitness goals since 1991. In 2015 Doug was selected from hundreds of trainers nationally and awarded 3rd place in the Men’s Health Next Top Trainer competition. As a competitive bodybuilder, he reached a pinnacle in his amateur career when he won the 1998 Junior National Championships as a light-heavyweight. Doug has trained professionals of the NFL, USTA, and PGA. He currently is the Nevada state director for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). He has been a featured speaker for the Professional Fitness Institute in Las Vegas a division of Pinnacle Career Institute. In 2015, Doug fulfilled a lifelong dream and opened the J & D Fitness Personal Training Studio in Las Vegas.
Doug is currently a certified personal trainer with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Council of Exercise (ACE), and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). He is certified as a kettlebell instructor through the Russian Kettlebell Certification (RKC). He is also a level 1 and small group instructor with the TRX suspension system, a Dynamic Variable Resistance Training (DVRT) certified coach, and a certified professional in the Functional Movement Screen system (FMS). Doug is certified with Precision Nutrition as a level 1 coach. The International Dance and Exercise Association (IDEA) awarded Doug the distinction of “Master Trainer” in 2005.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 05:52 - Reflections from a former body builder
- 14:50 - Hybridizing body building and movement practice
- 16:00 - Explaining the why to clients
- 21:06 - Initial impressions and benefits of Stick Mobility
- 28:48 - Empathy - A critical coaching component
- 31:46 - Assessing clients - Why and how
- 39:26 - Deficiencies in the fitness industry
- 48:28 - Learning through mistakes
- 52:39 - Importance of education
- 55:15 - Building your network as a trainer
- 1:00:57 - NFL scouting combine assessment analysis
- 1:14:37 - NFL Draft
More from Doug:
https://www.instagram.com/janddfitness
http://janddfitness.com/pages/online-training
Check out this week's podcast episode featuring Blake Gourley.
With a Masters Degree in Sports Performance, 12+ years of experience in competitive rowing, 10+ professional certifications, and several published articles under his belt, Blake's goal is to help as many rowers as possible.
For the past 12+ years, he has been working with clients ranging from high-performing athletes with no limitations to clients transitioning out of injury. He strongly believes that no matter where you are currently, there’s always a way to improve. You aren’t broken.
Blake has held internships with Stanford Sports Performance and Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning (voted the #1 gym in the USA). He spent 9 years coaching high school rowing and was the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Santa Clara University Men's Crew Team for 2 years. He is currently the Injury & Performance Management Consultant for the Los Gatos Rowing Club, and a board member & associate professor for the Personal Training Certificate Program at West Valley College.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:59 - Competitive rowers - A growing demographic
- 05:30 - Rowing applications - Sculling and Sweep
- 08:48 - Programming for rowing clients
- 12:04 - Stick Mobility for improving rowing pelvic positioning and stroke
- 13:59 - Rowing - much more than an upper-body exercise.
- 15:08 - Measuring leg strength as a performance indicator
- 16:56 - Coordination
- 19:28 - Grip strength and rowing technique
- 26:15 - Tips and advice for beginner gym rowers
- 28:28 - Proper rowing back positioning
- 29:22 - Foot sequencing for efficient rowing
- 31:06 - Recommended strokes per minute ranges
- 32:48 - Breathing patterns and bracing
- 35:32 - Testing anaerobic capacity on a rower
- 36:32 - End range rowing mechanics
- 37:49 - Current projects
- 38:57 - Recovery
More from Blake:
https://www.instagram.com/rowing_strength/
https://www.rowingstrength.com/
https://scienceofrowing.com
Tune in to this week's podcast episode featuring Ian Vaughn.
Coach Vaughn is from Palmdale, California. He is based at Viking Valhalla Training Center and provides professional one on one training for any goal. He has traveled all around the world learning from the best minds in the fitness industry and preaches his own craft before he teaches it. He’s a certified fitness and nutrition coach, StrongFirst Kettlebell instructor (SFGII), Flexible Steel, Stick Mobility, and is a steel mace & club specialist.
Coach Vaughn utilizes unconventional training modalities which sync into a singular system that brings a new sense of awareness of how to move better, get stronger and more resilient in your life endeavors. He’s now published four ebook programs and a paperback book for steel mace training to better educate people around the world.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:15 - Fire fighter training
- 02:44 - Kettlebells and Strong First Certification
- 04:28 - Body leveraging, power, and torque
- 06:02 - Moving with load for aesthetics
- 11:28 - Teaching the kettlebell swing
- 14:38 - Ian’s books and their target demographics
- 18:09 - Training approaches during the pandemic
- 19:15 - Training clients with Parkinson’s
- 21:50 - Farmer carries and grip strength
- 26:10 - Squat variations and their efficacy
- 34:54 - Stick Mobility single leg system
- 36:59 - Box gyms
More from Ian:
https://www.instagram.com/coach_vikingvaughn/
ttps://www.coachvaughn.net/
Check out this week's podcast episode featuring Ryan Glatt. Ryan is a psychometrist and brain health coach at the Brain Health Center at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute. With a strong background in exercise science and human health, he coaches individuals towards optimal brain health. Ryan develops curricula specifically targeted towards those with dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), and traumatic brain injury. He focuses his practice and research towards slowing cognitive decline for those with cognitive complaint and those who want to prevent neurodegenerative conditions.
Ryan also develops programs for the health and fitness industry on health and neuroscience. He actively consults for brain-based technology companies like SMARTFit. He has completed brain health programs from the Amen Clinics, the NeuroCoaching Institute, the Neuroscience Academy, the NeuroLeadership Institute, Neuroscience for Coaches, and others on the topics of brain health, sleep, and mindfulness. Recently, Ryan has released the Brain Health Trainer course, which is the first comprehensive course to be released on the topic of brain health and exercise.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 10:45 - Training brain health across age demographics
- 13:02 - Exercise and brain health benefits
- 17:47 - The FITT principal
- 20:15 - The goals of brain training
- 26:00 - Exercise prescriptions
- 30:58 - Rock climbing - The single best training modality for the brain?
- 34:41 - The removal of recess in schools and child cognition
- 39:55 - Cross lateralization movements
- 43:03 - Intentional understanding of movement training
- 48:09 - Stick Mobility and the Optimal Theory of Motor Learning
- 49:53 - Stick Mobility for brain health
More from Ryan:
https://www.instagram.com/glatt.brainhealth/
https://www.brainhealthtrainer.com
https://www.acefitness.org
This week's podcast episode features Jared Forestieri. Jared is a Master Stick Mobility Instructor and Strength & Conditioning coach with nearly a decade of training experience. He is a former D-1 baseball player who transferred his passions for baseball into his own gym where he trains fellow athletes, as well as non-athletes, to achieve new heights in strength and mobility through small group functional training.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:48 - Nuanced training approaches
- 04:05 - Recovery training
- 04:47 - Plyometric training
- 12:09 - Gym equipment
- 17:05 - Challenges of working with student athletes
- 19:05 - Performance testing
- 20:30 - Back squats - pros, cons, and alternatives
- 23:49 - Landmine training
- 27:42 - Circuit training for strength, cardio, and mobility
- 32:24 - Emerging trends in the fitness and business space
- 34:37 - The power of referrals
- 39:12 - Knees over toes
- 41:48 - Resisting ego
- 44:08 - Pistol squats and squat variations
- 48:11 - The Mac & Cheese Challenge
More from Jared:
https://www.instagram.com/jared_strongnj/
This week's podcast episode features Dr. Ali Mattu.
Dr. Mattu spent a decade treating panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, hair-pulling disorder (trichotillomania), skin-picking disorder (excoriation), tic disorder, and Tourette syndrome using cognitive behavioral therapy. He’s created over 150 videos for his YouTube channel, The Psych Show, which have been seen over 3.5 million times. Dr. Mattu is the co-host of PBS’s Self-Evident, an expert on Netflix + Vox’s The Mind Explained: Anxiety, HBO’s Doctor Commentaries, and A&E’s The Employables.
He received his B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles where he majored in psychology and minored in Asian American studies. Dr. Mattu received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Mattu has been called a “forward thinker” in psychology, and was named one of The Mighty’s mental health heroes of 2015. His work has been described as “simple, thoughtful, and actionable.” Dr. Mattu lives in the San Francisco Bay Area
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:57 - The quickest, most effective, anti-depressant/anxiety prescription
- 06:34 - Gym intimidation factor
- 09:49 - Social psychology on exercise and support
- 10:54 - The physical and psychological benefits of walking
- 16:19 - Addressing inhibitions towards ‘the outdoors’
- 20:31 - Understanding client passions, goals, and frustrations
- 22:24 - Motivational interviewing
- 27:10 - Changing your identity to change your behavior
- 33:37 - Stretching our environment to meet our goals
- 38:28 - Locking in healthy choices when its easy
- 40:27 - How to make changes without relational support
- 46:23 - Influencing others positively and effectively
- 47:56 - The challenges of the pandemic on mental health
- 55:57 - The importance of novelty in training and everyday life
- 59:00 - The 2-minute rule of behavioral change
More from Dr. Mattu:
https://alimattu.com/
https://www.instagram.com/alimattu/
The Psych Show | YouTube
This week’s podcast episode features Jeff Barton. Jeff is an Iowa native coach, gym owner (Surefire Fitness), and former touring rock star with the band ‘38th parallel.’ He has several years of fitness experience and a specialization in movement. He utilizes “play” as a primary training modality. His mission is to create a community excited about exercise again by moving well, training smart, and playing more. Some of Jeffs accolades include a BS in Kinesiology and Health, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, MovNat Level 1, and FMS Level 2.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 04:37 - Interweaving play and traditional training
- 05:12 - Gamifying strength
- 08:00 - The developmental concept of 'Neoteny'
- 11:30 - The differences between play and sport
- 12:50 - "Play" programming objectives
- 13:58 - Working with older demographics
- 14:39 - The Surefire Fitness Gym
- 19:44 - Modifying game strategies post-pandemic
- 24:40 - Creative game education for trainers
- 26:05 - Maintaining an open mind as a fitness professional
- 29:20 - Stick Mobility in the Mid-West
More from Jeff:
https://www.instagram.com/jeff.blue.tape/
http://www.surefire-fitness.com/
This week's podcast episode features Aaron Guyett. Aaron is a world-class trainer, coach, and educator with a wide array of skills that he brings to both mental and physical fitness. As a Living Fit Master Coach and Equinox Educator, he teaches battle ropes and metabolic pathway programming for power, strength, and endurance to athletes and coaches of all levels. He delivers uncompromising results to teams, units, organizations, and communities throughout the nation and world.
Aaron is a husband, father, Living Fit Education Director, Marine Corps Training Chief, and founder of three companies (Battle Ropes Education, Leaders of Leaders, and Innovative Results-sold 2017). The combination of these different aspects of his life distinguishes him as a leader across multiple fields of life.
His experience as a trainer and coach is unparalleled: Living Fit’s Education Director, Former Onnit Academy Master Coah, Team USA Kettlebell (Aaron holds four national records and is sixth in world competition), Founder of Battle Ropes Education, Founder of Leaders of Leaders, Founder of Innovative Results (sold 2017), Masters in leadership studies, CSCS, FRC mobility Specialist, to name a few of his accolades.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 03:04 - Common misconceptions about Battle Ropes
- 05:32 - How important is form with Battle Ropes?
- 08:42 - Is training with ropes safe?
- 11:23 - Heart rate training with ropes
- 12:32 - Training breakdown - set/rest schemes for Battle Rope
- 13:46 - Breath regulation
- 14:42 - Rest-to-work ratio’s
- 17:17 - Battle Rope programming for the average client
- 22:18 - The intimidation factor of the ropes
- 23:46 - What’s the best rope size for the beginner?
- 25:57 - The ropes as a versatile tool for all demographics
- 28:55 - Battle Ropes certification course
- 30:14 - Inertia wave Vs. the Battle Rope
- 33:34 - Anchor point adjustments
- 37:47 - Battle Rope intra-set body positional changes
- 40:17 - Rope training carry over into kettlebell sport?
- 42:28 - Rope training frequency
- 46:00 - Innovative results gym - bringing recess back to adults
- 50:46 - Plans and future endeavors
More from Aaron:
https://www.instagram.com/aaronguyett/
https://www.instagram.com/battleropeexercises/
https://www.instagram.com/kbkliving.fit/
https://chooseourlegacy.com/blog
This week's podcast episode features Justin Kerley. With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Justin has positioned himself as a top-tier trainer in the industry working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. He has a specialization in strength and mobility and is a former professional wrestler who has gone toe to toe with the likes of 'The Big Show' on national television.
Justin is also a proud gym owner at 'Kerley's Fitness' which operates out of Fort Collins, Colorado. He has certifications in NASM CPT, USAW Barbell Lifting, Stick Mobility, Functional Range Conditioning, and more. He is also a group fitness instructor and Olympic lifting coach.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 04:00 - Training for professional wrestling
- 07:12 - A week in the life of a pro wrestler
- 10:54 - Mobility and the art of Jiu-Jitsu
- 13:20 - Client discomfort with training from the floor
- 17:25 - Moving from California to Colorado and opening a gym
- 23:22 - Industry observations a year into the pandemic
- 26:40 - The surprising costs of opening a new facility
- 30:43 - Adapting and developing as a gym owner and new father
- 36:19 - Dream jobs
- 39:21 - Broadcast censorship
- 42:30 - Looking back on a professional wrestling career
- 45:22 - Unconventional training and play
- 53:57 - Superheroes and comic books
More from Justin:
https://www.instagram.com/kerleysfitness/
https://www.facebook.com/KerleysFitness
https://www.kerleysfitness.com
Tune in to this week's podcast episode featuring Tony Ambler-Wright. Tony brings with him over 22 years of experience in the fitness industry, a Master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania (Cal U) in Exercise Science, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management. He is also credentialed as a Licensed Massage Therapist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Performance Enhancement Specialist. He is a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Tony is a Master Instructor and content strategist for the National Academy of Sports Medicine, national lecturer, and adjunct faculty member in exercise science programs at both the university and community college levels. He has spent his career working with a broad spectrum of clientele, ranging from stay at home moms and weekend warriors to professional and Olympic athletes.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 9:45 - Working with professional athletes
- 14:33 - Tony's current training schedule
- 16:38 - Tony's thoughts on Stick Mobility
- 17:12 - Training a champion polo player
- 26:56 - The foundations of the OPT Model
- 37:12 - Rep tempo schemes and volume
- 41:29 - Adaptation as a training focus
- 43:50 - Phases of the OPT model
- 48:32 - Application of the phases in programming
- 55:00 - Upcoming NASM/Stick Mobility webinar
- 55:49 - Exclusive NASM discounts to the Stick Mobility community
- 57:18 - CES Specialization
- 59:53 - Super Bowl Picks
More from Tony:
www.nasm.org
Promo Code: STICKMOB35 - for a 35% discount on NASM CPT & Specialization Course
Check out this week's podcast episode featuring Marcus Martinez. Marcus became a certified personal trainer in 2001 and hasn’t stopped learning, innovating, and creating. He fell in love with methods such as kettlebells, calisthenics, rings, Indian clubs and more because of their ability to create stronger, leaner, more resilient athletes in record time.
Marcus has worked with clients ranging from stay at home moms to elite levels of strength and conditioning, including UFC fighters, Secret Service agents, top-level athletes, military personnel, and more. He has continued to expand his contribution to the masses through the creation of numerous Kettlebell courses. His biggest inspirations are his children.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:38 - Different forms of kettlebell training
- 05:15 - One of the key benefits of kettlebell training
- 07:32 - What kettlebell weight should you start with?
- 09:16 - New clients and the kettlebell intimidation factor
- 10:57 - Kettlebell brand recommendation for a newcomer
- 15:48 - Marcus’s kettlebell course methodology
- 17:52 - Bottoms up kettlebell training
- 20:06 - Where did kettlebells come from?
- 24:12 - Warm-ups - with or without a kettlebell
- 29:25 - Marcus’s training split (KB/Dumbbell/Barbell)
- 31:45 - Using the kettlebell to detect imbalances and deficiencies
- 34:44 - Kettlebells for cardio conditioning and ballistic strength
- 39:09 - Marcus’s kettlebell courses and their structure
- 45:16 - Battle-Ropes - the misunderstood tool
More from Marcus:
https://www.instagram.com/kettlebellexercises/
www.living.fit/live-virtual-kettlebells
https://www.kettlebellkings.com
This week's podcast episode features former Mr. Universe Luiz DeFreitas. With over 30 years in the fitness industry and a lifetime of competition experience, Luiz has positioned himself as an elite trainer working with clients of all ages and backgrounds with a specialization in strength and recovery. He currently works at The Yard, a high-performance training facility located in downtown Hermosa Beach, California.
As a former Olympic swimming representative of Brazil, Mr. Universe, a Stanford scholar-athlete, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Luiz's lifetime achievements are pinnacles of success.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 04:58.- Old school Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- 06:42 - Former Mr. Universe bodybuilding origins
- 09:42 - Transitioning from Olympic swimmer to bodybuilder
- 14:53 - Workout and nutrition regiment
- 17:32 - Where bodybuilders made the most money
- 21:34 - Genetics and work ethic
- 24:39 - Marriage and psychology
- 29:27 - Focusing on longevity
- 33:28 - Being inducted into the fitness and bodybuilding hall of fame
- 37:48 - Book offers on life stories
- 39:50 - Training philosophy
- 42:35 - Isometrics, posing, and Jiu-Jitsu
- 50:51 - Recovery days
- 55:28 - Becoming a personal trainer
- 59:56 - Stretching and mobility
- 1:01:30 - Training methodologies and overtraining
More from Luiz:
https://www.instagram.com/yard_strength/
https://yardstrength.com/
This week's podcast episode is with Giovanni Roselli. Giovanni is a nationally recognized fitness coach, author, and presenter. As a man of many talents, the former WWE Superstar known as “Romeo” has also professionally acted alongside some of the world’s top actors including Tina Fey, Mickey Rourke, and James Franco.
He is currently a Master Instructor for ViPR PRO and it’s parent company, Institute of Motion. Giovanni also serves as a Master Instructor for Kettlebell Athletics and CoreTex® Fitness. He has worked as a Master Trainer, content creator, and education consultant for Nike, and designed the nationally launched Equinox signature class ‘Fully Loaded‘.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 04:46 - Trials and tribulations of a professional wrestler
- 10:21 - Behind the scenes of professional wrestling
- 16:30 - Life experiences and their relation to coaching
- 17:32 - Public speaking and overcoming major fears
- 27:39 - Kobra Kai
- 29:18 - Parenting and time management
- 33:06 - The importance of patience and open-mindedness
- 34:33 - Training modalities for professional wrestling
- 39:29 - Training the elderly
- 45:23 - Preparing your body for your 40’s-60’s and beyond
- 48:10 - The parallels of home and business ownership
- 50:41 - Building a brand
- 53:14 - Evolving as a trainer
- 56:08 - Being an actor during the pandemic
More from Giovanni:
https://www.giovanniroselli.com/
https://www.instagram.com/giovanniroselli/
Tune in to this week's podcast episode with Andrew Dettelbach and Katie Boss of Whealth.
Whealth is a wholistic-health education company that seeks to educate and inspire people globally to vitalize their health through mainly movement, nutrition, mental, social, and recovery practices. They believe the power is in your hands to change your health, happiness, mind, and body through a commitment to learn - which is your true wealth.
Andrew brings with him years of fitness industry experience as well as a light-hearted and playful demeanor that has garnered him the respect and adoration of more than 100,000 followers on his social media platforms. Andrew has worked with thousands of clients in the chiropractic space.
Katie's journey into health and wellness began 20 years ago when she decided to take on a career in nursing because of her passion for helping others. Katie feels that education is the first step in creating lifestyle choices that improve overall health and believe people should be the drivers in their own health journey.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 04:43 - Neuromuscular control
- 05:10 - Hypermobility and its relation to strength training
- 09:41 - The importance of breathwork
- 11:07 - Pilates, Barre, and Lagree
- 12:19 - Pelvic floor health
- 16:56 - The Whealth Platform - your health is your wealth
- 26:44 - Injuries and patience
- 29:06 - Favorite S&C and movement social accounts
- 30:05 - The challenges of training at 6’5
- 33:36 - Lifting and ego
- 36:33 - Live workshops and Dubai
More from Whealth:
www.instagram.com/sharewhealth
www.sharewhealth.com
Check out this week's podcast episode with Paden and Michael Hughes of Gymnazo. Gymnazo is a renowned gym located in San Louis Obisbo, California and is known for its incredible blending of fitness and recovery experiences virtually and in-person. Paden and Michael have also co-founded GymnazoEdu which exists to arm trainers, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts with the tools and experiences they need to turn their passion into rewarding careers and businesses.
Michael is the innovator and internal movement guru who has over 16 years of experience within the fitness industry and a wealth of knowledge: B.S. in kinesiology from Cal State, FAFS, FMR, MDMC, 3DMAPS, CAFS, FCR to name a few.
Paden is the visionary and business leader of Gymnazo. She oversees strategic planning, customer service, company finances, marketing and manages the team.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro / What is Gymnazo
- 04:09 - Gym owners - investing in your coaches
- 06:22 - Multi-dimensional movement
- 06:57 - The MDMC (The Multi-Dimensional Movement Coach)
- 08:15 - Fitness business conundrum: Loyalty to one coach
- 10:23 - Biomechanics and imagination
- 14:24 - Personal training demographics
- 16:10 - Active mobility work
- 18:58 - Gymnazo Training Courses
- 22:05 - Industry debate: Standardized testing and licensing for trainers
- 26:09 - Gym shutdowns in California
- 29:17 - Gymnazo adaptations
- 37:47 - Corona fatigue
- 41:04 - Virtual training: Adapt, improvise, overcome
- 53:34 - The MDMC Online Training Module
- 54:38 - Bonus: Camera recommendations
More from Gymnazo:
www.gymnazo.com
www.gymnazoedu.com
www.instagram.com/gymnazoedu
Tune in to this week's podcast episode featuring Joe Reed. Joe is a health coach, strength coach, and the owner and founder of Train Outta Pain. He was originally diagnosed with myofascial pain syndrome and neuropathy and found himself spending most of his time in a wheelchair or bed. He later was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and has had it for 8 years. After countless hours of research and study, Joe has beaten his fibromyalgia into remission and has dedicated his life to helping others regain their life through movement and lifestyle education.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro / What is Fibromyalgia
- 04:46 - Movement and exercise with fibromyalgia
- 06:46 - Programming for clients with fibromyalgia
- 10:00 - Support structures, community, and programs
- 13:10 - Initial primary focuses for movement training
- 16:20 - Lifting and external loads for those with chronic pain
- 17:52 - Movement variability and body weight training
- 19:00 - Calisthenics and body weight gymnastics
- 20:56 - Introducing play into your training
- 24:02 - Knowing when to slow down
- 27:48 - Training clients with fibromyalgia
- 30:05- The importance of breathwork
- 33:42 - Educating and empowering clients
More from Joe Reed
https://trainouttapain.com/
https://www.instagram.com/trainouttapain/
This week's podcast episode features Dr. Perry Nickelston, a chiropractic physician with a primary focus on Performance Enhancement, Corrective Exercise, and Metabolic Fitness Nutrition. Dr. Perry studied at The American College of Addictionology and Compulsive Disorders. He is an expert in myofascial, orthopedic, medical, and trigger point soft tissue therapy. He is also a member of the Board of Directors and Medical Staff Advisor for AIMLA.
Dr. Perry holds over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry and is an expert in movement assessment and diagnosis. He is certified and trained as a Functional Movement Specialist (FMS) and Selective Functional Movement Assessment Specialist (SFMA). He uses programs designed to find the source of painful dysfunction and correct it until the site of pain improves. He is also a regular columnist for Dynamic Chiropractic, Practice Insights, Chiropractic Economics, To Your Health Magazine, Advance Physical Therapy, PT on the Net, LiveStrong, StrengthCoach, and other industry publications for health and fitness.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 06:31 - What the lymphatic system does
- 10:52 - The two primary ways the lymphatic system functions
- 15:18 - What are the primary causes of lymph blockage?
- 18:32 - The importance of understanding lymph
- 25:52 - Lymphatic systems effect on the cardiovascular system
- 27:27 - Why the lymphatic system is crucial for athletes and fitness professionals
- 30:19 - Assessing lymph
- 42:13 - The three primary areas where the most lymph resides
- 45:13 - Understanding how lymph flows in the body
- 50:23 - Tonsils — an important lymphoid organ
- 54:41 - The Big 6 — How to systematically assess and treat lymphatics in your body
- 1:04:24 - Training modalities and movement for healthy lymph flow
- 1:12:20 - Do good movements and bad movements exist?
- 1:16:16 - Dr. Perry talks Stick Mobility
- 1:18:35 - Evolving as a trainer
- 1:22:23 - Where to find Dr. Perry
More from Dr. Perry
Website | Stop Chasing Pain
Instagram | @StopChasingPain
Tune in to this week's podcast episode with Richard Diaz! Richard is the founder of the Natural Running Network and creator of the Natural Running Coaches Certification Program. He is also the founder of Diaz Human Performance, a California based sports performance business that has been around for over 18 years. He has extensive experience in clinical sports-specific diagnostics which includes V02 max, resting metabolic assessments, running mechanic video analysis, gait correction, and coaching.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:39 - Movement analysis
- 06:08 - Richard Diaz on Stick Mobility and OCR
- 10:01 - Running diagnostics - overstriding
- 13:02 - Gait analysis and mechanics
- 16:05 - Barefoot training
- 18:29 - Rehabbing running injuries
- 21:03 - Changing the perception of your effort
- 22:48 - Running analysis: treadmill vs track
- 24:22 - The importance of upper body movement while running
- 28:13 - Pre-run preparation and warm-ups
- 32:48 - Running surfaces: road vs trail
- 36:32 - Training volume
- 45:09 - Isometrics and priming for running and CrossFit
- 50:35 - Veejay Jones - World Champion OCR Athlete
More from Richard:
Website: Diaz Human Performance
Instagram: @diazhp
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Join us in this week's podcast episode with Michael Mullin! Michael is a clinically-based athletic trainer with over 25 years of experience in training and rehabilitation. He is the Owner/Clinician of Integrative Rehab Training LLC and sees clients out of Back Cove Personal Fitness in Portland and individually at their homes. He is a NATA Certified Athletic Trainer and a registered Physical Therapy Assistant in California. He is on the adjunct faculty at the University of New England and is a Certified Clinician through the Postural Restoration Institute.
Michael specializes in the treatment, rehabilitation, and training of individuals and has worked with all levels of athletes. He has provided consultation, treatment, and/or presentations to NFL teams, the US Ski Team, Stars on Ice national tour, Perform Better seminars, and Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning to name a few.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:10 - Respiration and the internal mechanisms
- 04:18 - When should we focus on nasal breathing
- 05:19 - What happens when we breathe through our nose
- 12:17 - The role of Nitrous Oxide on the breath and immune system
- 15:23 - Where to begin with nasal breathing training
- 20:30 - How the modality of breath can alter physiology
- 22:27 - Cultural applications of nasal breathing
- 26:47 - Rate of recovery when nasal breathing
- 29:33 - Proper tongue posture
- 35:14 - Breathing modalities and quality of sleep
- 37:34 - Mouth taping and nasal strips
- 41:03 - Nasal breathings effect on taste, memory, and cardiovascular health
- 45:15 - Right vs left nostril influence on the autonomic nervous system
- 47:05 - Deviated septa and restricted nasal passages
- 49:30 - Mouth vs nasal breathing and their effects on movement
- 51:16 - How top athletes breathe for peak performance
- 53:05 - Nasal breathing: spreading awareness within the wellness industry
- 55:31 - Breathing in masks
- 57:21 - Nasal breathing: key takeaways
More from Michael:
Integrative Rehab Training (Website)
Integrative Rehab Training (Facebook)
@mjmatc (Instagram)
This week's podcast episode features Dan Duran and Israel Allen of PTA Global.
Dan is the Executive Vice President at PTA Global and oversees the NCCA accreditation, Certified Personal Trainer Program, and all continuing education. This includes creating new educational courses, delivering presentations, speaking at conferences, master-trainer workshops, mentorships, and teaching schools globally.
Israel is the Director of Education at PTA Global and brings nearly 20 years of experience within the fitness industry. He focuses on connecting the education with the application for personal trainers. Prior to working at PTA Global, he was the National Director at Fitness Connection USA. Israel holds a Masters of Science in Human Movement.
PTA Global's NCCA accredited education is specifically designed to prepare trainees for a career as fitness professionals. Their mission statement is to passionately enhance the Health and Fitness Industry, creating success through enjoyment, education, and leadership for the facility, trainer, and client.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 03:25 - What distinguishes ‘PTA Global’ from other organizations
- 07:19 - The business side of personal training
- 10:15 - Importance of getting to know your clients
- 14:56 - Business portion of PTA Global's Certified Personal Trainer Program
- 16:28 - Training your significant other — good idea or danger zone
- 19:21 - The Kaizen 6
- 20:58 - More on training your significant other
- 24:02 - The 3-dimensional checkpoint system
- 26:00 - Importance of knowing how to motivate your clients
- 29:42 - Fixed mindset vs growth mindset
- 34:26 - Tips to find the right trainer for the general populace
- 36:30 - Should new trainers be a specialist or generalist in the industry?
- 39:11 - Hypothetical discussion on national board approved trainer requirements
- 46:59 - Dennis’ golden recommendation for client acquisition
- 49:59 - Dan’s final words of wisdom for fitness professionals
More from Dan:
https://www.instagram.com/danduranptag/
More from Israel:
https://www.instagram.com/ijafitness/
More from PTA Global:
https://www.ptaglobal.com/
This week's podcast episode features Chad Raynor. With over 16 years in the fitness industry, Chad has positioned himself as an elite trainer and influencer working with clients of all ages and backgrounds with a specialization in mobility. He is a NASM/CPT/CES/PES, Stick Mobility instructor, and holds SFG2 and FRC certifications.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 00:00 - Intro: Against all odds
- 05:57 - Chad's strength & mobility evolution
- 13:20 - Positioning, movement patterns, and strength through ranges
- 15:03 - Training splits: Joint specific vs loaded movement
- 18:58 - Addressing negativity on social media
- 25:00 - Arthrex biocomposite anchors
- 27:40 - Positioning for success - Chad talks Stick Mobility
- 28:17 - Should we focus on our mobility strengths or weaknesses?
- 30:29 - Can extreme ranges of motion be detrimental?
- 33:45 - Training frequency: Heavy lifting
- 37:16 - Passive stretching vs active stretching
- 42:29 - All training is strength training
- 45:12 - Chad talks “@TechnicalFitness” and social media
- 49:50 - NYC to California
- 53:51 - What is ‘recover’
More from Chad:
https://www.instagram.com/technicalfitness/
Tune in to this week's podcast episode featuring Chris Chamberlin. Chris is the current director of programming at the WeckMethod Lab in San Diego, California. With over 12 years of coaching experience and a lifetime's worth of personal practice, he is an industry leader in educating the fundamental principles of human movement. He has several certifications including WMQ, WMR, WMQ2, P.B.R. Training Course, BOSU Elite, and RMT Ropes.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 0:00 - Intro
- 4:56 - The importance of strong will and mindset in training
- 8:10 - Weck Method for power and explosiveness
- 10:17 - What is coiling?
- 18:56 - Will coiling strength gains carry over into traditional strength training?
- 23:41 - Tapping into human potential
- 25:54 - Isometrics & coiling for strength and aesthetics
- 30:48 - Torque Sticks
- 34:14 - Bosu Elite
- 38:30 - The Green Dot | Weck Method foot science
- 43:56 - ‘The Bent Press’ for rotational strength
- 49:18 - “The Iron Master” Arthur Saxon
- 52:22 - Cycling through torsion lines for lower back health
- 54:11 - Stick Mobility for stability, efficiency, and safety
More from Chris:
https://www.instagram.com/savageprotocols/
https://www.instagram.com/weckmethod/
https://www.savageprotocols.com/
This week's podcast episode features Ben Shear! Ben is a performance trainer for numerous PGA Touring Professionals, Fitness Advisor to Golf Digest Magazine, and former host of Sirius XM's "Golfer's Edge" on PGA Tour Radio. Through the years, he has worked with more than 20 PGA Touring Professionals (including a former World #1 golfer and a Major Champion), collegiate golf teams, competitive amateurs, nationally-recognized Junior golfers, and recreational golfers. He founded Athletic Edge Training Facility in 2000 and created the Ben Shear Golf Science and Fitness program.
In this podcast we discuss:
- Intro - Who is Ben Shear
- PGA Tour Pros vs. Amateur golfers (strength/mobility perspective)…@2:46
- The fastest way to hit the ball farther… @7:33
- What should be the primary focus of golfers looking to improve their mobility… @10:54
- Training different golf demographics (35 vs 65 years old)… @13:35
- Screening and assessment process for Pro and Amateur golfers… @17:45
- The most common injuries in golf and methods to mitigate them… @21:24
- Are trainers ‘over correcting’ their golf clients?… @27:14
- How important is breath-work in golf?… @27:56
- Current trends in PGA Pro training… @29:50
- Key differences between a Hockey Swing and a Golf Swing… @39:15
- The biggest challenge of programming for the pro golfer… @43:16
- Tiger Woods in his prime… @55:24
- Stick Mobility for Golf… @56:56
- The pursuit of speed and power - Shortening careers on tour?… @1:03:36
- Neal and Ben reveal their picks for the Masters Tournament… @1:11:43
More from Ben:
https://www.instagram.com/bensheargolf/
https://www.instagram.com/ben.shear/
https://www.bensheargolf.com
https://www.athleticedge.net/
Join us in this week's podcast episode with Bud Jeffries! Bud is a professional performing strongman, minister, massage therapist, motivational speaker, author, and business owner. He has written eight books, produced over 30 DVD series, and several audio products. He has won 2 state, 2 regional, 1 national, and 1 world championship in Drug-Free Powerlifting.
Bud has set over 30 records including 2 world records and several national/American records. He was a member of the University of Florida 1991 SEC Championship Football Team. He has competed in Highland Games, winning his division in Orlando in 1998. He has competed in NHB fights and Toughman competitions. He stands 5’11” tall and weighs 280 pounds.
In this podcast we discuss:
- Intro - who is Bud Jeffries
- Competition, strongman shows, and squatting 1000 pounds… @7:18
- Making the extraordinary ordinary... @12:41
- Effort vs. pain - redefining the mindset… @16:40
- Bud Jeffries training methodology… @17:19
- “Apocalypse Sexy” training parameters… @28:13
- Getting stronger from play... @35:16
- The benefits of isometrics in strength training… @37:28
- Bud on dealing with internet trolls and cyberbullying… @47:39
- Utilizing different workout tools... @53:15
- Why Bud doesn’t focus on the “Big 3” (Squats, Deadlifts, Bench)... @55:36
- Confronting your nemesis exercise… @58:15
- What is ‘Noah’s Army’… @1:00:22
More from Bud:
https://www.instagram.com/budjeffries/
http://anunconventionalife.com
https://officialnoahsarmy.com
This week's podcast episode features Pro MMA Fighter Ivan "The White Tiger" Batinich. Ivan is an American Kickboxing Academy Pro-Team Member who holds a professional 4-1 record and an undefeated 3-0 amateur MMA record.
Ivan is a former gym owner (IBSTRONG closed in 2019) and holds a bachelor's in Kinesiology from California State East Bay. He holds numerous athletic accolades which include: Pro Football (San Jose Wolves), D-1 Football (Washington State University) All-American, and 2x 1st Team All-state (West Valley College).
In this episode we discuss:
- Intro - Ivan's background
- Ivan’s style and approach to training … @13:59
- Does traditional strength training hold value for MMA fighters?… @15:42
- Qualities to look for in training partners… @21:07
- Training in an uncontrolled vs controlled environment... @23:11
- The importance of Flow State in Martial Arts… @25:47
- Different program variables for fighters... @27:04
- Are many MMA fighters overtraining?… @30:44
- Overcoming nerves in professional fighting... @35:14
- Ivan’s “Top 3 Tools” to train another fighter… @40:18
More from Ivan:
https://www.instagram.com/whitetigerfightingsociety/
https://www.ibstrong.com
In this week's podcast episode we talk with Michael Demora! Michael has been a long-time innovator in the health and fitness industry, helping athletes from the NBA, NHL, PGA, MLB, and NFL, as well as fitness clients, get the most from their bodies.
Mike had been the Director of Education for the prestigious Spectrum Health Clubs for over 6 years in Southern California, before founding the National College of Exercise Professionals (NCEP). He holds two Masters Degrees in Education and Sports Science and currently serves as President and Director of Education for NCEP.
In this episode we discuss:
- Steps and procedures to create your own organization (NCEP)… @2:02
- What is Exercise Therapy?… @ 5:37
- What separates NCEP from other governing bodies (e.g. ACE, NASM)…@6:19
- Unifying the fitness industry... @13:02
- The #1 thing a personal trainer should know…@21:43
- The difference between a trainer and a coach… @ 23:23
- Coaches and continuing education… @32:44
- Running (general populace bio-mechanics and mental effects)…@48:26
- Frank Shamrocks - / = / + philosophy …@1:00:48
- NCEP and its adaptations in the current environment…1:06:48
- Teaching trainers how to run a business… @1:14:21
- Can everyone be a business owner?.. @1:20:55
- How to get Into the NCEP course…@1:37:25
More from Mike:
https://www.instagram.com/ncepfitness2/
https://ncepfitness.com
Join us in this week's podcast episode featuring Jeremy Frisch! Jeremy is the owner and Director of Achieve Performance Training in Clinton, Massachusetts. He is the former Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Holy Cross Athletic Department.
Prior to joining Holy Cross, he served as the Sports Performance Director at Teamworks Sports Center in Acton, Massachusetts, where he was responsible for the design and implementation of all strength and conditioning programs. He also served as a Speed and Strength Coach for Athletes Edge Sports Training and did a strength and conditioning internship at Stanford University. Jeremy graduated in 2007 from Worcester State College with a bachelor's degree in health science and physical education.
In this episode we discuss:
- Intro - Jeremy's background
- The importance of spontaneity and gamification of training with young athletes… @3:34
- Sport-specific training vs. developing general foundational qualities… @4:38
- The disappearance of P.E. from schools… @7:56
- Jeremy’s thoughts on Stick Mobility for his business and athletes… @12:20
- When is the appropriate time to get a child into a weight training program?…@20:47
- The benefits of “rough & tumble play” to a child's development… @27:48
- The benefits of kids training together... @31:28
- The benefits of youth training beyond the gym…@40:31
- Online training…@46:35
- Jeremy’s foundational book recommendations… @52:15
More from Jeremy:
https://www.instagram.com/achieve_performance/
https://achieveperformance.training
Tune in to this week's podcast episode featuring Michol Dalcourt. Michol is an internationally recognized industry-leading expert in human movement and performance. He is the founder and Director of the Institute of Motion, inventor of the fitness tool “ViPR” and Co-Founder of PTA Global.
Michol is currently an Adjunct Professor at the University of San Francisco in the Faculty of Sports Science and has served as an instructor at the NAIT College School of Health Sciences.
As a trainer, Michol has worked with a general clientele as well as athletes of all levels, such as college-level pitchers, NHL hockey players, NLL Lacrosse players, and Olympic gold medal athletes.
In this episode we discuss:
- Intro - Michol's background
- The IoM 4 Quadrant System … @3:06
- Using the 4Q system with clients… @7:33
- True HIIT training - A lost art…@13:51
- High-intensity steady state training (HISS) …@14:59
- Can you train in all 4 quadrants.. @16:46
- What is metabolic flexibility… @17:21
- Training to live better and longer… @23:46
- Programming for variability… @34:52
- The what and how of the 4Q neuro-mechanical… @37:00
- Supplementing power lifting with multi-planer movements… @46:58
- Farm kid strength… @54:44
- Task-based training… @1:02:05
- The Haka (Ceremonial Dance)… @1:11:34
- Re-visiting the IoM 4 Quadrant System… @1:24:42
- Standing desks - idle sitting vs. idle standing… @1:27:08
More from Michol at:
https://www.instagram.com/micholdalcourt/
https://instituteofmotion.com
This week's podcast episode features Mike Fitch, an innovative fitness educator and movement coach with over 18 years of experience in the fitness industry. As the founder of Global Bodyweight Training, he’s developed multiple programs that focus on skill-based bodyweight training, including Animal Flow and the Bodyweight Athlete Program.
Today Mike remains dedicated to the various bodyweight-based disciplines, but still draws upon his accumulated knowledge to develop new training programs. You’ll see him integrating kettlebells, VIPRs, and heavyweight training into his multi-disciplinary training regimes.
In this episode we discuss:
- Mike's background... @0:16
- Bodyweight vs weighted training... @3:00
- Bodyweight foundational training for teens... @7:38
- Cultural differences on bodyweight training... @10:10
- Breakdancing & Animal Flow... @11:23
- The parkour experience... @17:19
- Carryover to board sports... @19:01
- The 3 main concepts of Animal Flow... @21:28
- Animal Flow kids program... @26:13
- The international expansion and adaptation of Animal Flow... @31:40
- Tips for building good business partnerships... @39:03
- What goes into building a brand... @43:16
More from Mike at:
https://animalflow.com
https://www.instagram.com/mikefitch.af/
This week's episode features Stick Mobility Co-Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera. Tune in to hear their personal top 5 favorite exercises and tools, along with their personal favorite Stick Mobility exercises. Some of the highlighted exercises and tools in this episode include:
- Climbing drills... @1:45
- Physioball and bands... @4:36
- Front loaded squat... @6:50
- Resistance band push and pull... @9:17
- Sandbag cleans... @11:59
- Floating stones... @16:00
- Landmine rotations... @21:15
- Offset lever loading... @23:36
- Landmine press... @27:15
- Reactionary training via Blaze Pods... @28:20
- Split stance monkey hang... @32:17
- Guitar hero... @33:26
More from Dennis at:
https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/
More from Neal at:
https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/
In this week's podcast episode we are joined by personal trainer and educator Kelly Manzone! Kelly is the creator of "Pillars of Female Strength" and "Sturdy Athletes Program for Tennis Athletes". We talk about stigmas surrounding women and strength training, vintage strength tools, benefits of rotational training, and more!
Kelly has over 17 years in the fitness industry specializing in unconventional training in modalities such as kettlebells, Indian clubs, mace training, and mobility workshops and clinics.
She is fascinated by Physical Culture, an era identified with its historical tools of strength and skill-based modalities. She believes that training methods of the past can enrich modern-day life. By focusing on capability, sustainability, skill, and movement quality in her own practice, the inevitable outcome becomes strength, resilience, and longevity.
In this episode we discuss:
- Kelly's background... @0:11
- Stigmas surrounding women & strength training… @7:40
- “It’s Okay To Be Strong” - Transitioning new female clients into a strength based ideology… @10:45
- Kelly's thoughts on Stick Mobility — Theory, female clients, athletes… @13:33
- KellsBells private stock - Old time strength tools (Indian Clubs, Steel Maces, Kettlebells and more)… @22:51
- Adapting to the new virtual health and wellness environment… @36:19
- Benefits of circular/rotational training… @52:22
- Sang (Battle Shield) strength training… @58:10
More from Kelly at:
https://www.instagram.com/kellsbells88/
https://www.kellymanzone.com
This week's podcast episode features Kevin Carr, co-owner of Movement as Medicine, licensed massage therapist, certified functional strength coach, and certified strength & conditioning specialist. We talk about core training principles, holistic training approaches, benefits to unilateral training, and more!
Kevin has already amassed a wealth of experience in the field of sports performance and personal training while working at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning in Woburn, Massachusetts working with US Olympians and Average Joes alike.
Kevin holds a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology from The University of Massachusetts-Amherst and a License in Massage Therapy from Cortiva Institute- Watertown, he is also credited with the completion of numerous continuing education certifications including FMS, SFMA, NKT Level 1 and 2, FRC, FAPP, Pn1, and PRI.
In this episode we discuss:
- Advice for trainers working with clients with rheumatoid arthritis or similar issues… @5:53
- Programming for clients with chronic pain vs. playing it by feel.. @7:32
- The benefits of unilateral training over bi-lateral dominant training… @11:26
- Core principles of the CSFC (Certified Functional Strength Coach)… @12:29
- Stick Mobility utilization within the CSFC program… @14:45
- Are you overtraining? Signs to watch out for… @18:20
- Varying coaching styles... @22:13
- What CFSC has coming up and how they have adapted due to covid... @23:38
- Kevin's upcoming book "Anatomy of Functional Training Through Human Kinetics"... @24:29
- Disconnect between medical society and fitness industry... @28:24
- How the US has handled covid compared to other countries... @33:27
- Improvements needed in the medical field... @36:15
- Training as part of preventative health care... @40:56
- Why there is a need for more requirements to become a certified trainer... @42:55
- MBSC intern program for young trainers... @43:02
More from Kevin at:
https://www.instagram.com/kev_in_carr/
https://movement-as-medicine.com
Join us in this week's podcast featuring Chris "Flo" Flores! Chris is a Clinical Instructor for the Athletic Training programs at Kean University, Montclair State University, and Seton Hall University. He has a gift for mentoring young trainers and sharing his experiences and acquired knowledge from over 17 years in the fitness industry.
Chris is a Master Trainer in Animal Flow and the creator of the Rooted Rehab Certification for Athletic Trainers. Rooted Rehab teaches Athletic Trainers how to develop rehab programs for athletes by finding the root cause of the problem, and not just addressing the symptoms.
He has also developed a Mindset Shift Program called FLO-OSOPHY, where he speaks to Athletic Programs and Coaches and does one-on-one training with people from around the world.
In This Episode We Discuss:
- What is a Certified Athletic Trainer and what role do they play in performance coaching? @1:32
- Key elements missing in most youth athletics programs… @6:07
- The best piece of advice for a parent looking to get their child into a sports
- Steps to becoming a Certified Athletic Trainer @10:40
- Coaching in the digital atmosphere… @24:45
- E-Athletes — Are they the future?… @36:26
- Creativity and improvisation - A lost art in the world of training?… @42:48
- Men's mentoring group… @47:22
- Coach Florez book recommendations… @59:28
More from Chris at:
https://www.flofitnessbh.com
https://www.instagram.com/flo_fitness
This week's podcast features Coach Donnie Maib & Coach Clint Martin -- Strength and Conditioning Coaches at the University of Texas.
Donnie Maib is the Olympic Sports Director at the University of Texas. Donnie directly works with women’s volleyball and men’s tennis. This is his 25th year as a strength and conditioning coach and his 22nd year at the University of Texas. Prior to the University of Texas, Donnie worked as an assistant coach at the University of Colorado at Boulder. He is certified by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association and was honored with the certification of Master Strength and Conditioning Coach (MSCC). He recently launched his own podcast called “The Team Behind the Team” which focuses on the five support areas of athletic performance: behavioral/mental health, sports medicine, sports nutrition, sports science, and strength and conditioning.
Clint Martin is a former Division I athlete and is an Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at the University of Texas. Clint works with men’s and women’s track and field, men’s swimming, and women’s golf. He started out at Iowa State as a graduate assistant strength and conditioning coach for men’s basketball, swimming, and diving teams. From Iowa, he went to the University of Nevada where he started up strength and conditioning for the men’s basketball team. He later had the opportunity to join Donnie at the University of Texas, and is going on his fifth year there. Clint is certified by the National Strength Coaches Associations as a strength and conditioning coach. After he graduated, Clint started ACE Athletics which helped athletes training in the NFL free agency work on developing their speed and power. He also trained athletes training for the Olympics in wrestling, swimming, and track and field.
In This Episode We Discuss:
- Coaching tips and subtleties of training collegiate athletes in sport-specific modalities… @2:34
- The importance of individualized training programs for athletes within the team setting… @15:00
- Traditional vs. mobilization & movement based training in the collegiate training space… @16:22
- Transferable energy system training… @22:20
- D1 performance coach covid protocols & procedures… @28:20
- Which technological advances have most helped University of Texas forge better athletes… @35:39
- How Stick Mobility is implemented into the performance regimen
- Two books every coach/trainer should have in their library… @50:04
- Effective coaching: building relationships with your athletes… @51:10
More from Donnie at:
https://www.donniemaib.com
https://www.instagram.com/donniemaib/
More from Clint at:
https://www.instagram.com/clintmar10/
Dr. Shante Cofield a.k.a The Movement Maestro holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from NYU and is the creator of The Movement Maestro, a social-media based company that provides both online and in-person education for movement professionals.
A former Division I athlete, she is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, and RockTape Lead Instructor. As a Selective Functional Movement Assessment provider, Shanté utilizes a movement-based approach that incorporates manual therapy, NeuroKinetic Therapy, corrective exercises, and techniques such as kinesiology taping and IASTM (instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization). Additionally, Shanté is a Functional Range Conditioning mobility specialist and holds a CrossFit Level I trainer certificate.
Since starting The Movement Maestro, Shante has amassed an Instagram following of 55,000+ which has led to international speaking opportunities including Dubai, New Zealand, and Australia. In April of 2018, she launched what would become an equally successful podcast, Maestro on the Mic, which has been downloaded over 250,000 times to date. Shante also provides both one-on-one and group coaching for movement professionals, with a focus on brand strategy and development and the ever-growing digital marketplace.
In This Episode We Discuss:
- Who is Shante The Movement Maestro
- The Future of PT? Paradigm Shifts in Physical Therapy …@12:33
- Shante’s #1 Recommendation for those considering college to study Physical Therapy … @18:18
- Business Mobility - Surviving and Thriving in the current climate: @25:39
- The biggest hindrances to achieving social media goals for new online businesses (and how to overcome them)… @34:05
- Should You Outsource Social Media at the beginning?… @42:01
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- The 4 Pillars of Social Media
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- Filtering messages and DM’s
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- Physical Therapy in the Digital Space… @47:20
- Intellectual Property: Thoughts on Posting Free Content on Social Media. …@49:09
- Is Social Media a Place Where a Company or Brand Should Engage Social Issues? …@55:28
- As a New Brand — How Much Should You Utilize Paid Promotions (Ads) on Social Media Outlets?… @1:01:44
- Podcasting: Is the Market Over Saturated? Is the Ceiling Still High?… @1:08
- What is Financial Freedom?… @1:16:27
More from Dr. Shante at:
https://themovementmaestro.com
https://www.instagram.com/themovementmaestro/
Brendon Rearick is a strength and conditioning coach, public speaker, teacher, and business owner. He's striving to make exercise the number one prescribed drug in the world and to spread the positive by-products of movement and coaching! Brendon is a co-owner and educator at Certified Functional Strength Coach (CFSC); co-owner and therapist at Movement As Medicine (the official Massage Therapists of Mike Boyle S&C); Director of Fitness at Crossover Health In San Jose, California; co-owner and trainer at Train Smarter And Harder Sports Performance and Adult Fitness in Brentwood, northern California; and former Performance Director at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning. In The Podcast We Discuss: * Brendon Introduces himself and his new book “Coaching Rules", a how-to manual for a long successful career in fitness. * Brendon talks about his new trainer resource the “Exercise Checklist” … @3:55 * Opening a home gym circa 2020 - Adapting to the unknown …@17:57 * Going virtual during SIP: Online Certs & Virtual Learning. …23:37 * Brendon talks writing, creative process and recommendations for new and aspiring authors …@30:51 * Off-Topic: The boys talk ice cream and the philosophy of collecting moments not things …@50:23
More from Brendon at: https://www.brendonrearick.com https://www.instagram.com/coachbrendonrearick https://www.facebook.com/BrendonJRearick
Dr. Emily Splichal is a Podiatrist and Human Movement Specialist. With a spirit to challenge conformity, Dr. Splichal has taken her conventional Podiatric Medical degree and combined it with years of experience and expertise in human movement and sensory science to found Naboso Technology.
Dr. Splichal believes that our experience in this world is built around sensory stimulation and our ability to process, perceive, and integrate this information effectively. Since 2012, Dr. Splichal has been traveling the world to share her unique approach to human movement, foot function, and barefoot science. Having taught in 35 countries and to 20,000 professionals, Dr. Splichal has become a global leader in barefoot training and rehabilitation.
In the Podcast we Discuss:
- Who is Dr. Emily? … @:14
- The Importance of knowing the function of the feet and how to strengthen them … @ 1:07
- To Shoe or Not To Shoe - Can you train out of your orthotics? … @3:14
- Trainer Tips - The Power of Teamwork — When and how to work alongside a clinician …@8:53
- Should children remain barefoot as much as possible? Could this curb future atrophies of the foot? … @15:52
- Short Foot - Dr. Emily’s GO-TO exercise.
- What is it?
- How is it properly cued? … @18:55
- How the Cushion of your footwear may stifle the communication between the proprioceptors of your feet to your brain… @26:43
- Dr. Emily talks about her experience working with the feet of professional athletes… @ 30:52
- Naboso Technology -
- What is it?
- What benefits can it bring to you or your clients?… @34:42
- Barefoot Training: How to introduce it into your regiment. …@43:42
- Dr. Emilys Tips for those considering entrepreneurship and launching their own company or brand. …@59:29
- Things to come from Dr. Emily in 2020/2021 @1:25
- New Interoception Certificate Program
- New Book!
- New Partnership with Naboso (Top Secret)
- New Branding & Insoles
We talk with Ray Bailey, the strongest person we've had the privilege of personally knowing, about all things' strength and nutrition, and dive into essential principles and guidelines towards achieving stupid strength.
Ray is a competitive powerlifter and fitness coach (7+ years) with a focus on movement, strength training, corrective exercises, and nutrition. Ray enlists a holistic approach to movement and function and can be found scouring the latest research drawing new insights into ways of improving his clients' wellness: physically, mentally, and nutritionally.
In the Podcast we Discuss:
○ Who is Ray Bailey? ... 0:11
○ Rays Evolution - Strength Training Perspectives ... 2:16
○ Warm-ups & Mobility Work - Pre-Competition and General Training ... 9:16
○ Mobility and its Role in Strength Training ... 12:54
○ Rays Philosophy towards training athletes in their early teens ... 17:02
○ Ray’s Training Methodology - Traditional Lifting (e.g. Barbells & Dumbells) Vs. Alternative Training Methods (e.g. Indian Clubs & Kettlebells) ... 19:55
○ Nutrition: Maintaining Size & Strength ... 27:43
◊ Carnivore Diet … 30:03
◊ Intermittent Fasting … 31:19
○ Rays Top 3 Lifts/Movements - To get STUPID STRONG in the shortest amount of time. (Most bang for your buck) ... 56:56
○ Lifting with a belt - Making you weaker? ... 59:35
○ The guys talk PEDS ... 1:19:23
○ Essential Principles & Guidelines to get Stupid Strong ... 1:31:20
We talk fascia and movement fluency with Steve Capobianco! Dr. Capobianco is the Senior Director of Medical Education at Rocktape and authored the Fascial Movement Taping Manual.
He holds a B.A. and M.A. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science in addition to a doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine. Steve is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner, with a Diplomate in Rehab from the ACA and is a NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist. He is also certified in Active Release and a Graston Technique Provider that allows him to treat a myriad of musculoskeletal injuries using a combination of hand and tool release therapy.
Steve is an avid athlete with 25 years competing in ice hockey, lacrosse, triathlons, adventure racing, and natural bodybuilding.
In the Podcast we Discuss:
- Who is Steve Capobianco ...@0:17
- What is Fascia and what is its role in our movement? ...@3:04
- The Mechanical and Neurological elements of Fascia. ...@13:36
- Cupping (Rock Pods) - What is it? ..@20:09
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- Cupping vs. Compression
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- Compressive Vs. Decompression therapy. ...@22:59
- Movement Fluency - What and is there an ideal way of moving your body? ..@33:42
- Symmetry - Does it matter? (Hot topic!) ...@47:13
- Steve's New Educational Program — The FMT Movement Specialist. ...@54:26
- “A prerequisite to being able to express any meaningful movement.” - SC
- The importance of expanding your network as fitness professionals. ...@1:10:40
Jill Miller is the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide and creator of the self-care fitness formats Yoga Tune Up and The Roll Model Method. With more than 30 years of study in anatomy and movement, she is a pioneer in forging relevant links between the worlds of fitness, yoga, massage, athletics, and pain management.
Jill is known as the Teacher’s Teacher training thousands of movement educators, clinicians, and manual therapists to incorporate her paradigm shifting self-care fitness programming into athletic and medical facility programs internationally. As the creator of some of the world's best mobility tools, she has crafted original programs for 24 Hour Fitness, Equinox, YogaWorks, and numerous professional sports teams.
She and her team of 500+ trainers aim to help the populace live better in their bodies with an emphasis on proprioception, mobility, breath mechanics, and recovery.
We Discuss:
- Who is Jill Miller? ... (:26)
- Coaching Methodology - Succinctly explaining the benefits of the breath and breathing patterns to clients. ...(3:36)
- Jills "single most important muscle to train in the entire anatomy.." ...(5:53)
- Tracing the myofascial continuities that the diaphragm interfaces with. ...(7:38)
- A simple way to access one's breath. How to build “breath tolerance.” ...(9:41)
- Abdominal Massage a.k.a “#GutSmash” — How and why? ...(16:46)
- The Foam Roller Density Conundrum - Soft vs. Hard ...(21:41)
- Do mindset and psychological receptivity play a role in Myofascial Release? ...(33:26)
- Jill’s perceptions of the relationship of breath and the use of masks in day to day life... (39:27)
- Life during COVID - The Gym, School, Business. ...(45:42)
- Jill Miller & Stick Mobility Collaboration… coming soon! ...(52:40)
- The ancient breathing practice of ‘Nauli Kriya’ (A wave-like rolling of the abdominal muscles with demo). ...(57:02)
- Upcoming virtual events and online workshops with Jill Miller... (1:02:48)
D.j. brings over a decade of experience training athletes, teams, and fitness enthusiasts. His mission is to help people move better, feel better, and regain lost ability to play again.
The 'Hapa Viking' has built a strong following on Instagram @StrongCamps with his incredible feats of strength, Chi Torque, and movement programs like the Online Movement University.
We Discuss:
- Who is D.j. Murakami ... (:22)
- Dj’s Training Methodology - Exploring possibilities, creativity & play, and the ‘Form Police’... (1:44)
- Odd Object Lifting a.k.a Strength Riddles - How and Why... (10:31)
- Farm Boy & Dad Strength - What is that quality? How is it achieved? ... (20:26)
- Dj’s thoughts on Stick Mobility as a tool and methodology... (22:42)
- OMU - The Online Movement University ... (25:33)
- What is Strength? ... (28:11)
- DJ’s recommended Courses/Systems for trainers... (29:30)
- Torque Chains & Chi Torque - What are they? Are they effective and transferable strength training modalities? ... (32:30)
- Dj’s Training Methodology - Stretching or Strength-Based Training? ...(39:04)
- Gym Strength vs. Applied Strength...(45:00)
NFL Strength and Conditioning Coach Chip Morton joins us to discuss his proven methods and philosophies he has developed and refined over the last 30 years, including 16 as the Cincinnati Bengals S&C Coach.
We Discuss:
- Who is Chip Morton?… (:39)
- Programming Methodology … (21:03)
- Misconceptions Strength Coaches may have + Chips tips for success then and now… (23:21)
- Simple Vs. Technical | Fundamental vs High Science Movements… (31:35)
- Machines Vs. Free weights… (41:23)
- Are nautilus machines a viable form of strength training?
- Is one modality more effective than the other?
- Trainer Psychology - Moving beyond the Ego… (54:03)
- Purposeful programming / Prolonging your athletes' career… (56:57)
- The role of the strength coach within the continuity of the coaching staff… (1:13:52)
- Chips two most foundational statements which influence all of his interactions as a coach… (1:24:20)
Ideas and workout tips to keep up your training from home during the Coronavirus 'physical distancing' period.
The importance and benefits of grip strength, plus tips on training and improving your grip.
Understanding the mechanical advantage and power gained by using a lever while training, and how to access a greater range of motion using leverage.
Ideas and insights for workouts while traveling, from exercises outside of the gym, to rest, recovery, and mindset.
What's the purpose of your training? Does your training support your goals? Do you know the 'why' behind your training?
Tips on becoming a Master Instructor, advice for new Personal Trainers, and helpful insights for opening your first gym.
What is mobility and what are the benefits? How can mobility, rest, and recovery, allow you to keep doing what you love? Is it ever too late to start improving your mobility?
An introduction to Stick Mobility and the story of how the training system was created.