21 Dec The 3 Most Important Training Questions (We Need To Always Ask Ourselves)
(#189) Here's 3 important questions we should constantly be asking ourselves - about our training. These are simple questions, but simple is not always common practice. In addition to discussing the "3 questions," I'll share some gratitude as I look back at this year's podcast episodes and guests.
19 Dec How To Deload (A Simple Guide To Deloading)
One question I'm asked a lot about is deloading. For me personally, deloading is one of the key contributing factors to my own training longevity. What I'll answer here are the key questions: what exactly is it, why you should use it, and how to keep it simple. THE SCENARIO Let's assume you've been training hard over the last several weeks. As a matter of fact, let's say you're just finishing a 6 week training cycle of a 5 x 5 program. What do you do after you complete the program? Well, the answer may depend on what's next or what your goals are, but in most cases after completing a structured program like this, a period of reduced volume and intensity is a pretty smart idea. That leads to the "deload."
14 Dec Aaron Alexander – How To Align Yourself Through Better Movement
(#188) Aaron Alexander is the featured guest this week on the show. This session is "unconventional" and fast-paced as we cover some great topics and practical applications. Aaron is the creator of Align Therapy and a fitness podcaster who's passionate about helping people maximize function and athletic performance through better movement. He's a corrective exercise specialist who's had quite a journey in exercise training and you'll hear his unique approaches to improve movement and performance. Here's some of what you'll hear about this week:
12 Dec Book Review: Back Mechanic
Not too long ago I was talking with a buddy about his low back pain. We were discussing the back issues he's been experiencing. As I was talking with him to understand a little more about his situation, I recommended a book that I had recently read titled "Back Mechanic" by Dr. Stuart McGill. Interestingly enough, I had seen my friend a few months later and asked him if he had picked up the book on my recommendation to take control of his low back pain (LBP). He didn't get the book and I thought that was extremely unfortunate because I knew how much the book could have helped him. That leads me to this book review, which is now long overdue.
12 Dec 2 Important Questions – Weightlifting Advice From Greg Everett
A few months ago, I had the opportunity to chat with top weightlifting coach and multi-book author, Greg Everett. Greg is the mastermind behind Catalyst Athletics and I'm a huge fan of his work - and his books. I had 2 important training questions for Greg. Of course, these questions are specific to weightlifting, but I think his answers could be extrapolated to other areas of strength and performance training, as well. Here are the questions.
07 Dec Joe De Sena – The Return Of The Spartan
(#187) Joe De Sena returns to the show this week in "The Return of The Spartan." Joe's a great man and is now a 3-time guest on the podcast. He's the founder of Spartan Race, a multi-book author, ultra-endurance athlete, and mega-successful entrepreneur. There's a lot that I admire about Joe, such as his mental toughness and grit, among many other strengths and attributes. You'll get some of his latest insights and advice in this rapid-fire session. Here's a few things you'll hear about: