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In this section of the OPT Model we zero in on the speed, agility, and quickness pieces of the workout, commonly referred to as “SAQ.” Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, defines all three, as well as cites specific workouts to further enhance your knowledge and grow your understanding of these specifics in your personal training career. If you’ve liked what you’ve heard in Dr. Richey’s OPT Model reviews, please share this episode, and any others, with a friend. Keep inspiring people to fitness! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/42P6VRJ

The OTP Model review rolls on – this time focusing on plyometric training. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores how plyometric training falls into the different levels of the OPT Model. Dr. Richey will start by defining plyometrics, cites key takeaways from NASM’s research on the topic, and deep dives into the three different types of plyometrics. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3T35MCM

Now it’s time to balance things out. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, defines balance, details how balance training helps reduce athletic performance injuries, explores balance-specific exercises, and many more useful tidbits to help your clients improve balance and, in the process, gain strength through greater balance stability. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3I0h2ts

Let the OPT Model knowledge drop continue with an in-depth look at your core. On this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, identifies what the core is and why it’s vital to strengthen these muscles. Dr. Richey also cites examples of core-specific workouts to help improve total body strength and balance, as well as how medicine balls can build core strength, and much more. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/42JWQFB

Let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work in the OPT Model, focusing in on flexibility. Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, discusses the flexibility continuum, as well as where certain stretches and exercises fit into the model. He also explains corrective flexibility, tips to maximize your stretches, and other fitness direction to help your clients move better and achieve their fitness goals. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3SL4gFi

It’s time to kick off a mini-series here on the “NASM-CPT Podcast” focusing specifically on the OPT Model. On this episode host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the background of the model, how it started, why it was created, and how it’s a combination of both physical therapy, as well as strength and conditioning. Dr. Richey also deeps dives into this integrated model of periodization, citing specific examples and techniques to help expand your knowledge base, or simply serve as a refresher course. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4boi4wF

Let’s focus in on how to shape the ‘ole gluteus maximus. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into four different versions of step ups which show high glute activation and many more researched-based findings to help build that fanny. Dr. Richey will also explore why a variety of exercises is vital to continue to hypertrophy and strengthen those muscles. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3Oj4aCg

It’s a debate that’s been taking place for several years. When lifting, which is the better option? On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, puts some muscle into the argument by digging into the researched studies. He details how free weights improves stability, but machine weights often allow to lift heavier, which is more beneficial in sports performance, as well as why often times the best decision is simply based on preferences and goals. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3HEaAIi

It’s inevitable, not every client you train will be the right fit. So how should you, as a personal trainer, address this? On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, reaches back in the mailbag on this tricky topic. He discusses why an open dialogue and you, the trainer, asking the right questions could help lead to a resolution, how asking your client to schedule with a wellness coach may be beneficial, and why setting a date to officially end the partnership may be help clarify expectations moving forward. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4bcS33t

So, you’re thinking about making a career change? Don’t worry, we’re here to help! On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, helps transition you through some of the uncertainty, and fears, of pivoting into a non-traditional leap into the fitness industry. Hear plenty of insider tips on making the leap, a few details to consider before your pivot, and why it’s vital to get certified in advance of your move. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3O9Hrsb

Are you just starting your personal training journey, and not entirely sure if the traditional gym environment is the right place for you? Well, you’ve come to the right place. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, provides 10 options if you’d like to continue training, but the gym may not be the right vibe for you – for one reason or another. From pursuing work as a physical therapy assistant, to exploring a hospital fitness facility, to even possibly going independent. Don’t worry, there are options. You provide the questions; Dr. Richey provides the answers! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3S1gQ1u

It’s time to dip back into Dr. Richey’s mailbag with a question which will hopefully help you stretch your knowledge base as a personal trainer. See what we did there? On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, separates fact from fiction when it comes to tight muscles, explains why finding the right intensity of the stretch is so vital, cites detailed research findings for a better understanding, plus personal examples on the topic from Rick’s accomplished career in industry training. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3RXQTzV