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At RAMP Fitness we strive to educate, motivate, and inspire people to be their best. As avid sports fans we use competition to better ourselves in every way. With 50 years of experience in all realms of fitness we are passionate about helping everyone reach their goals. Join the RAMP Fitness team Mitch, Dan, & Justus on their weekly podcast.
Are you a personal trainer or an aspiring personal trainer and want to improve your craft? Are you looking to improve your training style? Are you driven to improve your business as a fitness coach? What are words of advice you wish you heard as a new personal trainer?
In this episode on the R.A.M.P. Podcast, Dan Kayon gives some of the best advice he can to new or aspiring personal trainers. He offers an accurate and realistic point of view of personal training. After 14 yrs in the business and years of training other personal trainers, he gives his best advice to you. He also collects advice from several other trainers currently in the business.
If you are trying to grow your business, knowledge, or community in regards to your profession, this is the podcast for you!
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What are the best social media fitness pages to follow? How can you tell the difference between quality pages and ones that are misleading?
In this episode, R.A.M.P. breaks down how social media and fitness blend together. In a world of information at your fingertips, it's crucial to understand the difference between valid and invalid info. We talk about some of the limiting factors of some platforms and how marketing has become a full time job on social media.
We also give you our favorite sites and pages to follow!! Listen in and let us do the work for you.
As always, we give you the truth about fitness. We shoot you straight with point blank advice!
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Should you move through pain? Can you decrease pain with movement? Why do you experience pain? Can you live pain free?
In this episode R.A.M.P. talks about how pain can really limit one's desire to move. Most pain can and should be cleaned up. We discuss how to get that done. We use years and years of experience alongside the latest research to create a practical picture on how to improve pain and strive for a pain free life!
Justus and Dan shoot you straight with point blank advice. We are here to give you the truth about fitness! We keep it real and dive deep into this subject.
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How does the body reduce stress when you're working out? Why do you always feel better after working out? What physiological components are stimulated during workouts? Why is stress relieve important? How does working out help my cognitive function? Can I manage my stress through fitness?
In this episode the R.A.M.P. crew dives deep into the response of your body and mind due to working out. We shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to better manage stress. We keep it real with how exactly the body and mind respond to fitness. We connect components of aerobic fitness and resistance training to hormone regulation, and neurogenesis.
With over 30 years of combined experience and a thirst for continued learning, the R.A.M.P. crew is giving you a wealth of practical knowledge that you can use in your world, today!
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Do You Have Tight Hamstrings? Do You Have Trouble Touching Your Toes? Do You Experience Back Pain? What does it mean to experience inhibited hamstrings? Is tightness good in the hamstrings?
In this episode Dan and Justus break down all the ins and outs of how hamstrings should work. They talk about all the ways hamstrings can feel limited, tight, less powerful, and restricted. They follow all of that up with the proper ways to get the most out of your posterior chain and maximize the utilization of your hamstrings with any goal in mind!
With over 30 yrs of experience we shoot you straight with point blank advice. We talk about all the tricks to get the best out of your workout! We also deep dive into the intricacies of how your body works! Your fitness goals should not be compromised!
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Do you need to warm up? What are the best warm ups? How much time should you spend warming up? Can you skip the warm up? Is movement prep different than a warm up? Will you get injured if you don't warm up?
In this episode Dan and Justus break down the importance, purpose, and techniques for a proper warm up. Getting into your workout is vital, but if you miss the warm up, bad things can happen.
With over 30 yrs of experience we shoot you straight with point blank advice. We talk about all the tricks to get the best out of your workout! Your fitness goals should not be compromised!
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Should your child be in only one sport? How do children develop into athletes? What are best practices for young athletes? Will your child be left behind if they don't play year round single sports?
In this episode, Dan from the RAMP Crew breaks down motor development and skill acquistition for young athletes. He discussess the path of development from the crib to adolescence. There are several stories of athletes and how they have succeeded or failed.
If you're looking for guidance on how to handle the pressure on children to perform in a sport, this is the podcast for you. The Do's and Don't's are all explained as well.
We shoot you straight with point blank advice!
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How do you build big arms? How do you get sculpted upper arms? What are the best exercises for arms with definition? What are the best bicep exercises? What are great tricep exercises? How do you make your shoulders big?
The RAMP Crew describes 6 of our favorite exercises for the arms. We cover biceps, triceps, and shoulders. We give you the why behind the what and shoot you straight with point blank advice!
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What exercises build the strongest legs? How do you make your legs look great? How do you do a single leg RDL? What is a Rear Elevated Split Squat? Are Copenhagen Planks and Bulgarian Split squats necessary? How do you make true and absolute strength?
In this episode, the RAMP gives you point blank advice on how to build strong legs. We discuss the value of adductors and abductors. We explain functional training. We also explain the Kettlebell Swing and 5 other exercises in detail!
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What are the best exercises for your back? Whats the best workout for your back? What exercises can improve your posture? How can you get rid of shoulder pain? How can you make your back look great?
In this episode the RAMP crew breaks down 6 of the best back exercises for your workouts. We explain why they are so important. We then each pick 2 of our favorite back exercises and explain them in detail.
With over 50yrs of combined experience, the RAMP crew gives you point blank advice. We shoot you straight with the smartest ways to improve your fitness!
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Why is posture so important? How can I improve my posture? Where do I start? What are the best exercises for posture? Why do my neck, head, and shoulders ache?
In this episode, the RAMP Crew breaks down everything you need to know about how to stand and sit properly. After discussing the gift of alignment, Dan, Mitch, and Justus give you the truth behind great posture!
With over 50 yrs of combined experience in Personal Training and Athletic Coaching, the RAMP team shoots you straight with point blank advice!
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How do I walk properly? What is the best way to walk? Does my form matter when walking? How can I improve my posture?
As two-legged animals we need to walk efficiently in order to do it for a long time. How your feet hit the ground matters. How your hips and ribs move matter. The RAMP crew breaks down the necessary information to get you walking better.
Do you have pain in your feet? Do you have pain in your knees, hips, or lower back? You may find the answer in this episode.
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach the process of improving your movements.
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How do you know what weight to choose when working out? When is it the right time to increase weight? Do I need weight to get more fit? Should my workouts include rest? How long should I rest to reach my fitness goals?
In this episode, the RAMP crew breaks it all down. Every person has a different goal but, many times, have the same questions. We answer those questions. Whether you want to work on cardiovascular fitness or increase strength and muscle, we have a clear cut answer for you.
With over 50 years of combined experience we shoot you straight with point blank advice. We always introduce a book of the week and have some fun with "keeping it real."
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Can I Workout if I'm Injured? Ep. 65
Can you workout if you're injured? Should you workout if you have an injury or pain? What do workouts look like if you've been in physical therapy and want to continue getting more fit? Why do total body exercises matter?
In this episode the RAMP crew discusses the importance of working out when you've been injured or in pain. Pain and injury is a very broad subject and we try to simplify the proper plan to get your body moving in the right direction and eventually pain free.
Pain free movement is the goal of all people. Avoiding movement and working out has a time and place, but it doesn't last long. Getting a professional to help guide you through the process is essential.
We shoot you straight with point blank advice. We stay practical and keep it real. Check us out!
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What is the purpose of all the machines at the gym? Should I be using machines for my workouts? How do I use machines to improve my fitness? What are some of the best machines to use when working out?
Machines are designed and used for a variety of reasons. From taking yourself through rehab, to learning about proprioception, or even trying to bulk up your muscles, machines can be very useful. They may take a little bit of time to understand but most machines are designed to be safe and easily accessible.
Our book of the week, Endure by Alex Hutchinson sets this episode off with some real understanding of what the human body and mind can endure. We use this as a framework to help motivate and push people to begin and continue their own fitness journey.
This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
What if I Don't Have Any Equipment?
This episode is all about workouts when you don't have any equipment. Do you need equipment to get results? Where should you start? We break down common bodyweight workouts and tell you about the benefits! Whether you want to lose weight, gain endurance, or generally feel better, we tell you the truth.
This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
Most people are starting without equipment. You are not alone. Give us a listen!
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Do you have some questions about what a workout should be? Do you want to know how long your workout should be or if you have to sweat in order to receive a good workout? Do you want to know how these workouts are going to feel? Do you have questions about split workouts vs others? The RAMP Fitness crew gives you the straight answers.
This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
We differentiate failure and fatigue. We break down exertion vs perceived exertion and drop many other helpful ideas that can give you success on your fitness path!
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Happy New Year! In this episode we dive into New Years Resolutions for your fitness goals. The RAMP Fitness team discuss the state of affairs in 2021 and talk about how to grow in 2022. Creating healthy habits and sustainable change is no easy task. We begin with a discussion on appropriate expectations. What should you expect on the first day, first week, and first month?
Once we have appropriate expectations we can get started! The RAMP crew gives away some of the best tricks in the industry for sticking with your new resolution. We "keep it real" with some honest observations and we also "shoot you straight" with quick answers to questions you might have.
We also share a bit of insight on our book of the week. Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman. There is no better book to tie into this concept of behavior change.
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Our body can move in so many directions. How can twisting and rotating benefit your health? How can you improve your workouts? Is controlling rotation as hard as it sounds? Is twisting and rotating good for your back?
Rotation and rotational control are important when it comes to how you move. Whether you are playing a round of golf, going for a walk, swinging a racquet, or picking up your child, rotational control is necessary. Reducing the risk of injury is essential. Understanding how to control your core in all these different ranges of motion will reduce injury, improve functionality, and improve performance.
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
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Can you stay in shape through the holidays? What if you don't have enough time to workout? Why do you feel so sluggish after a big meal? What does sugar do to your body?
This episode focuses on the challenges brought on my the holidays. Our time commitments change with family and friends. Our schedule changes with work and school. We give some top notch advice on how to take on the holidays. You can get your workouts in! You can stay active. We give you hints on how to make that happen.
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
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How is coordination developed? How can you improve you coordination?
In this episode we discuss how motor development and coordination influence our lives from birth thru old age. Coordination is something everyone needs. Whether its improving balance or improving agility, coordination and motor development is a specialty at RAMP Fitness.
This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
This is a positive step in bettering your coordination.
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What is program design? How does a program affect your workouts? How do you read or write a program? Why is a program important for your fitness goals?
In this episode we break down the essentials of any fitness program. We discuss the different styles of programming and how it can improve you specifically. Everyone has different goals, but programming is essential to reach a new level. Do you want to know what program is the best for you?
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
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Do you want strong and stable knees? Do you want to take care of them? Do you want to be pain free? Is knee pain stopping you from doing the things you want to do?
In this episode we break down why it's important to take care of you knees. We also tell you how! The knees can be viewed as a very simple joint that can add a tremendous amount of stability in our movements. But if asked to do too much, take on too much forces, or rotate too much, a plethora of problems can happen. We focus on the importance of ankle mobility and hip mobility. We also focus on strength, especially when reinforcing a proper movement pattern.
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
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Everyone knows Cardio is important. Why does it have to be so hard? Are there better methods out there than just running and running more? Yes! The answer is yes. We break down a variety of ways you can train your cardiovascular health without pushing hard into will power.
Whether you want to lose weight, gain endurance, or just become healthier, this is the episode for you. We give you many options for workouts and workout plans. Lets have some fun with this. We discuss HIIT training, polarized training, traditional and non-traditional training methodologies. There is one for you!
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a thirst for more knowledge, the RAMP crew shoots you straight with great advice to set you up for success. Give us a listen and get your workouts on the right track!
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How do you prepare for a competition? What does it mean to taper off? When should I work harder? When should I back off? What is the proper mindset?
This episode explores the world of competition. Whether you're a high end athlete, weekend warrior, rec league participant, or competing against yourself, this podcast is for you!
The RAMP Fitness crew break down all the essentials to get a big picture of how competition should be treated!
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a drive for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice about your workouts and program.
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Why is hip mobility so important? How do I get better hip mobility? What if I am in pain? We directly answer these questions and many more throughout this episode. Hip mobility is essential regardless of your fitness goals. Its a key part of any workout and we break down our favorite movements and give you some key advice on how to use this knowledge.
Hip mobility can increase strength, power, speed, and decrease risk of injury. Lower back pain can be debilitating. Hip mobility is a key aspect to staving off that back pain and possibly healing it.
This episode focuses on the most important aspects for improving hip mobility. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach your workouts and make them great!
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How do I look better? What kind of workouts should I be doing for weight loss? What kind of workouts should I be doing for muscle gain? How do I look lean?
If your main focus in working out is aethestic, this is the podcast for you. The RAMP Fitness crew explains all the different ways you can improve your body and your look. We explore healthy changes, body building, weight loss, and weight gain.
With over 50yrs of combined experience, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to "ramp" up your workouts!
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Some people train alone, other train in groups. What are the advantages of training one on one with a trainer versus joining a group based training?
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Sports generalized training is the topic this week, along with book of the week, top 3 and they have to keep it real for you.
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The importance of breathing is the topic of this week's show.
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Can you overtrain? Find out on this week's show.
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They talked about pushing, so it's only natural they talk about pulling! This week the RAMP Fitness team talks about all things pulling.
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Why do your shoulders hurt? How do you get stronger shoulders? Why is your grip failing or weak? Why is my neck stiff?
This episode is all about the t-spine. This area of the body is a gem when fixing shoulder pain. Its also a gem when improving functionality and strength.
We break down what and where the t-spine is. We then tell you exactly why it is so important. We tell you the best exercises to do and how to make your workouts better.
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
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When will you get progress? What goals are attainable? When can you achieve your goals? Do you want to keep progressing?
The RAMP Crew breaks it down. We give you point blank advice that makes sense. With over 50 yrs of combined experience, we don't beat around the bush.
You have a right to choose your goals. You have a right to progress!!
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Why do we push? From Bench Press to Push Ups to Carrys and Squats, we need to push weight to become more fit. Pushing is essential in how we function.
In this episode we break down the value of pushing resistance. We dive into different angles, different exercises, and different techniques that would maximize your strength and functionality!
With over 50 years of experience and a constant pursuit of research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice for your fitness journey.
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This week the RAMP team answers your questions from last week's Lower Back Health episode. Something we all deal with, if we are active or in an office all day. A must listen.
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The title says it all, this week the crew talks all about your lower back.
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This episode is all about power. What is a power movement? What isn't? Why is it important?
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It's a beautiful life changing event for all those involved, pregnancy! In this show there RAMP Fitness team talk all about training while pregnant.
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This week’s show is all about the squat. Yes, it’s true the squat is EVERYTHING! Do you want to gain weight? Loose weight? Become more mobile and balanced? If you answered yes to any of those questions look no further than this show!
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this weeks show is all about fitness and aging. Yes, it is true you will age. This show is dedicated to understanding what the signs are. More importantly how to maintain or gain a healthy lifestyle as you get older.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, after the holidays we are back and ready to roll!
With 2020 behind us and 2021 here and looking forward, that is what we are doing this week. Looking forward and setting achievable goals. If you are doing this on your own or with a trainer it’s important to have the internal dialog, what do you want to achieve, how are you going to make it happen?
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team. It's close to the holidays and the RAMP crew is going over their personal top 5 exercises. This is one of the funnest shows to date, what will be there personal number 1?
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, after a week off the team is back! This week's topic revolves around personal monitoring systems and analytics.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this week they talk about plyometrics. Have you ever wondered why there are so many ACL injuries? Listen and found out why.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this week they talk about one of the most important yet sometimes under utilized pieces of workout equipment, the barbell
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What is the perfect workout? What would you need? How should I feel? How long does it take? There are essential concepts necessary for the perfect workout. Whether your fitness goals are to lose weight, gain muscle, or get in better shape, this episode is for you.
There is a lot of information out there about fitness and workouts. With our combined 50 yrs of experience as personal trainers and a healthy curiosity for the newest research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to make your workouts better!
Many times what is holding back a person from meeting their goals or enjoying the process is the know how. We're constantly sifting through all sorts of misinformation to help our clients and you through their health quest.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this week it's all about setting personal goals and how to achieve them.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this week they go medieval, well kind of. It's Clubs and Maces week! Hot off the Los Angeles Dodgers winning the World Series lets swing for the fences.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this week it's all about stability.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this week it's all about your hips!
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this week they talk about bilateral movements.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team, this week they talk about gratitude.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team this week they are all about those Baller Workouts! Get ready to push yourself and take your routine to the next level.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team this week they discuss equipment. With more people working out at home there is a lot of equipment you think you need. The RAMP team discusses what equipment is essential and how to get the most out of it.
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What are trigger points? How do they work? Are they something that can help me feel better? How do I relieve tension with trigger points? Whats the difference between acupuncture and dry needling? In this episode we break down the in's and out's of trigger points.
Trigger point research has stood the test of time. Using this knowledge for your fitness goals and improving your workouts is a great idea! Having knee pain? Well, there are trigger points that can help, as well as a many other trigger points that can reduce pain.
This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team this week they discuss cues.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team this week is the third part of their recovery series focusing on CNS.
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Why is flexibility important? How flexible do I need to be? Whats the best way to improve my mobility and flexibility. How do I stretch? What kinds of stretches are the best?
In this episode we break down what flexibility is all about. Improve your workouts, get to your fitness goals, and feel altogether much better!
This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when you want to reach your fitness goals. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
Stretch your mind and check us out!
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What are primal movements? What are the benefits? How do you do primal movements? How should you bear crawl?
This episode dives deep into the world of primal movements. Some believe its the most important way to move. We develop with primal movement patterns and we discuss the pro's and con's of training this way. There are many different primal movements and we break some of the most important one's down.
This episode focuses on some of the important questions facing everyone when it comes to a healthy active lifestyle. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team and this week they talk about running.
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Why are you feet so important? Why do we get injuries in our feet? Why does it seem to affect the entire body? Do you already have plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendinitis? The RAMP crew breaks down why it is so important to understand the role you feet have in your overall fitness. We then give you straight answers on how to take care of your feet in both a preventative way and reactionary way.
Several techniques are explained throughout this episode to help anyone take care of their feet. They can and will shift your body from your knees all the way up to your shoulders and neck. So, lets take care of them!
With over 50 yrs of combined experience as personal trainers, the RAMP crew shoots you straight with proven ways to take care of your feet. We have a drive that can only be satisfied by real science and practical application.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they talk all things endurance. What is endurance? How do you get more of it? What are the advantages at all levels? Does gaining muscle reduce your endurance or does it help?
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they talk all things agility.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they dive into part two of their recovery series; nutrition.
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Is there a difference between 6 pack abs and a strong core? What are the best exercises I can do for my mid section? What are the best core workouts? In this episode, we shoot you straight with the necessary details needed to have a strong core. We give you some great workout tips and our favorite exercises.
With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a constant curiosity for new techniques, we sift through the massive amounts of misinformation and give it to you straight. We reference world renown research giving our audience the why behind the what.
Using FMS (functional movement systems), Stuart McGill's research, and many other resources, we tell you the priorities for getting the core you've always wanted!
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they discuss recovery. Recovery is one of the most important things, yet is is one of the least talked about topics. if you want to be at your best and get the most out of your capabilities, recovery is key. Because recovery is such a large topic there will be multiple shows dedicated to it, this week the main focus is sleep.
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What is a Turkish Get Up? Why do people do it? Do I have to do it? Is it difficult? How hard should it be? Why are they so important?
This episode focuses on the many benefits of the turkish get up. We dedicate an entire episode to one of the most dynamic and important moves you can do with your workouts. Stability and mobility are important for any fitness goal. This exercise does that and more! It can improve strength, cardiovascular health, and many of the most important aspects of fitness.
This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hunger for new research, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to approach workouts and what makes them great!
Give us a listen and teach yourself the most important exercise you can do!
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they discuss motivation. What is motivation? Why is it important? Are the greats great simply because they are motivated than the rest?
What about in day to day life, how does motivation help you be the best. A quick conversation with producer Rob and how he works with and motivates his sales team.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they discuss the dead lift, one of the most powerful exercises you can do.
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Mitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they discuss The Last Dance and what made the Chicago Bulls so special during their last threepeat run. Not only did they have an eclectic group of players, they also had a coach that recognized and appreciated the differences in personalities and let them shine through.
How do they use these concepts for their clients to build the best programs, get the results and get the "win" they are looking for.
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Mitch, Dan, Justus & Brandon are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they discuss the NFL Draft, what players do to prepare. Also, how to get the most out of your home work out if you are under shelter in place during COVID-19
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Mitch, Dan, Justus & Brandon are the RAMP Fitness team and on this podcast they explore clutch and extreme athletes.
Our minds can be infinite. In this episode we explore what/who makes some people focus in the most important moments. Whether it's in the sports arena or outdoors in some of the toughest environments, we highlight who has been successful in clutch moments and how people continue to exhibit this strength.
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The RAMP team Mitch, Dan & Justus discuss Workout Splits.
What’s the best way to workout during my week? How should I be organized? We address the concept of splits in the body, which splits work for certain populations, and total body workouts. We hope you find whats best for you!
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The RAMP team Mitch, Dan, Justus & Brandon discuss Blue Collar Health.
So many athletes are forced to make a decision between single or multiple sport development. We talk about the pros and cons of each side. Hopefully this gives you a better understanding of how to answer that question for yourself and your family.
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Is your posture at risk because of your job? Is sitting at a desk all day hurting your back or neck? What are some things you can do to help your body out during your workday?
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Designed for the working class to improve posture. We discuss several ways to eliminate or reduce pain caused by working at a desk all day. We discuss some of the most effective ways to dial in your posture.
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Our world runs on hard work from hard working people. In this episode we throw out several ideas and strategies to protect people from movements that can hurt them. Using a referral to RAMP.Fitness, we designed a movement series to help. We hope to inspire people to take the right steps forward in investing in their long term health.
If you have aches and pains from your job, or worse, injuries, this is the podcast for you. With over 50 yrs of combined experience we break it down and shoot you straight with point blank advice for your health and body.
The RAMP team Mitch, Dan, Justus & Brandon discuss Blue Collar Health.
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Welcome to RAMP Fitness! We are excited to launch our brand and tell the world who we are and what we stand for. This episode is our dream explained. We dive into our core beliefs and elaborate on what rhythm, athleticism, movement, and performance mean to us and our brand.
Mitch, Dan, Justus & Brandon make up the core RAMP group, in this episode they introduce themselves, their experiences and what RAMP means.
Rhythm - a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound
Movement - an act of changing physical location or position or of having this changed
Athleticism - the physical qualities that are characteristic of athletes, such as strength, fitness, and agility
Performance - the action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function
Together these core fundamentals represent a different approach to your workouts and getting the most out of your body.
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