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Which Athletes Live the Longest? The Answer May Surprise You. In this episode we take a look at a 2024 study that looked at public data of over 95K athletes in 44 different sports spanning over 100 years to see which athletes live the longest and to give us some insight to why and how you can utilize this information to help you give add more years to your life.  Read the study here;  Sport and longevity: an observational study of international athletesThanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

It has been a while and this episode is an update as to what I want to do with these podcasts going forward and how I plan on adding it in video format. The goal has always been to provide simple, practical and easy to understand training advice and I will continue to do that in a philosophical level using this format. Questions on topics and constructive feedback are welcome!  Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this (unlucky) episode I read and answer a subscriber’s question on how to train as we get older. It is very important to maintain your strength as you age to keep your body and mind healthy.  If I were to construct a program for a healthy lifestyle I would make sure my mindset is one of a long-term health and fitness journey which makes the details slightly less relevant as simply doing the work 5-6 days a week. I explain why bodybuilding programming, not the exercises, might to be the best for the aging athlete and how to structure a weekly routine including daily mobility either during the morning, before your workout and/or before bed.) Finally I will construct a program based on the activities listed and how to get it all in an be successful for the long term. Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode I go over how to workout by Yourself successfully, yes, there are benefits. The two most challenging elements will be Motivation and therefore that affects Consistency which will stifle progress.      Consistency is King/Queen! You can have low motivation but do it anyway. Schedule your Workout during your day.  Have a Backup Plan if things change that day.  Have a Plan for your workouts;     Weekly – To make sure you get in what you want to accomplish for the week     Daily – Make sure you accomplish what you want for that session [GOALS] (go by feel). Have a workout goal for that day or workout (form, movement quality, slowing things down, breathing) Multi-task in between; Be Productive! (Vacuum, clean, read and book, paperwork, answer an email) Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode I go over why a home gym is essential and what makes up the perfect home gym for you. In this episode I will discuss:  Why a home gym is necessary  Home gym personal purpose  Essential space and equipment to consider   Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode I go overtime with trainer Tevin Cherry who has cerebral palsy and is using strength and conditioning training to overcome his condition and help others out as well. In this episode we discuss Tevin’s journey:  Who Tevin Cherry is When he got diagnosed Cerebral Palsy What Rehabilitation looked like 30-years ago How he took over his own training in college His early years of training in the gym The Importance of a strong support system for success How he uses mobility micro-movements for strength, along with body awareness How his recent training has helped him accelerate his results What movement does he wished he started sooner? How Tevin stays motivated with his training What three training ideas would he give someone with cerebral palsy looking to start out?Where to Find Tevin: Instagram - https://instagram.com/buster_the_strongman Website - https://www.therealstrongman.com  Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

It happens to all of us inevitably, the dreaded injury. Though we might not be able to participate in all the activities we were currently doing; this does not mean you can stop training all together. Remember there is a lot more that you CAN do than can’t. In this episode I will go over a game-plan on how to work around those injuries and keep you in the game.   1) Honest assessment of the injury 2) Turn down the [workout] intensity and turn up the focus    3) Work On the injury for healing and future preservation 4) Go hard on the non-injured areas 5) You should still be making progress   Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

Is it Ok to Workout Everyday?The Sh ort Answer…YES but how do you do it.   Distinguish between WORKING OUT and TRAINING Listening to your body: Before, During, and AfterTraining Variability (weights, running, kettlebells, bodyweight, yoga etc.)Include daily recovery exercises, movementsA few times a year consider training for something  Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

As the New Year comes upon us so come the Resolutions or Proclamations to do Better this Year but are they really the right way go about it when: 80% does by the second week of February (approx.…36 days) There might be a better way as in to make Goals:  Start from a positive place Make a Goal List of what you want to accomplish: ·       Make categories with specific goals ·       Make some more challenging than others ·       Don’t have to necessarily have a timeline ·       Write them down so you can see them weekly/daily ·       Share them with someone  Make a Weekly to Do List ·       Categories ·       Prioritize ·       Have a Specific way to go about completing the task ·       Write it down and have it visible, phone, paper, white board  It’s Ok if you don’t complete everything especially your stretch goals; you can roll them over to your next year; Progressive Progress is the Ultimate Goal Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode: The beginnings of Steve’s strength journey.  Our first weight sets.  What drove him to start lifting weights.  What keeps him going to continue training.  What our weight training was like during high school.  How his training has changed over the years.  His current training goals.  Necessity being the key to progression.  Movement being therapy.  What he would tell his younger training self.  Current training trends he does not like.  Steve’s secret sauce for longevity.  How Steve keeps motivated. Find Steve at his company’s website. Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode I will go over the Most Common Mistakes I have seen over the years of training and give my opinion on how to shift towards the optimal.  Your Plan Most people’s plan are either Too Much or Not Enough Define your Goals first and be honest about them: How do you want to train? How often? What are you training for?    Chasing Numbers Good way to quantify workout and see progress but are the results making you better overall? Are they aligned with your goals? Not Doing Mobility Work Primes the body for movement Helps for a better workout and recovery May help prevent injuries They can pinpoint what you need Doing What you Like but Ignoring What you Need Every workout should have an exercise/movement that you don’t like because it is generally what you need. Most Men skip: Single Leg work, most Women skip: Upper Body work.  Not using Grip Almost ever exercise can utilize Grip Strength and it is usually the Limiting Factor in strength training  Activates muscles and increases strength (irradiation)  Make movements safer and more stable  Increase upper body strength Not Doing Dynamic Work Never stop doing it, even as you age Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode we go Overtime and cover: Who is Jason Dolby? What happened during a recent injury? What he Immediately did after he injured himself. The Brain and Body Movement connection. Why swelling is both good and bad. How to utilize Baby Mobilization. How Gamifying proved to be the biggest game changer for his rehabilitation. Peanut butter at a rehab tool? Why NOT allowing the strong-side to work aids in recovery. Injury protocol guide. Make sure to check out Jason Dolby in the following locations around the web: Website One Hour Long Cycle Website YouTube Channel Instagram Facebook Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode I’ll cover things to consider when structuring your strength training program going forward into adulthood.   Change your Mindset Your training mindset needs to change from the Specific-Short-Term to the General-Long-Term. Long term health?Play with your kids?Try and new activity?Be Consistent with Less: Frequency Over Volume Ditch the Long Training Sessions; focus on the Quality over Quantity of the session.  Change the Way You Train Keep the Frequency over Volume Principle in-mind Work on things that you haven’t done before or in a long time              Add more Mobility and Stretching work Be more Balanced with your training programs Schedule Flexibility  Have a General Plan of what you want to Get-In (achieve) for the week  Be Flexible with that plan  Plan on doing some physical activity daily. Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode I am going to over what parents, coaches and athletes should consider and look for when they are choosing a Youth Strength and Conditioning gym and program. GOOD or CONVENIENT Have a little wider net when performing your initial search Not all gyms have dedicated to Strength and Conditioning Programs that cater to athletes either starting out or experienced.     Some Sports programs have integrated S&C programs run by the coaches themselves or outside trainers do these provide what you are looking for? GOALS What are the Parent’s Goals for the short and long term? Child’s goals? EXPECTATIONS What are the Parent’s Expectations for the short and long term? Should you offer a free consultation?  TEAM or INDIVIDUAL  Some like more personal attention Some like a smaller feel so they can focus on themselves AMENITIES or PROGRAMMING  Bigger and fancier is not necessarily the best. Knowledge and experience of the trainer Ability to assess individual demands daily, each time they come in and adjust Proper progression of the program for each individual Instilling confidence   Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

I am going to do something in this Primer Episode I do not normally like to do; Talk About Myself and Make it All About ME  In this I will go over: Who I amWhy I am jumping on the Podcast BandwagonWhat to expect from the Podcast going forward.WHO Owner of Rise Above Performance Training, Belmont CA established in 2008. Work daily with; Athletes, First Responders and Willing Adults    Started out:  Playing Multiple sports (Soccer, Baseball, Basketball…)  Injuries  Fascination with physical therapy    Education:  Undergrad-Kinesiology (Pre-PT) Internships Physical Therapy Graduate school Dropped out and applied to Kinesiology graduate school and started down the training path, Learning, Accumulating Certifications    Started at a local gym (9-12-2001) and learned how to train and work with people  Graduate school Thesis published Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research Built a garage gym WHY Running the gym Training people daily Create content for the Rise Above Performance Training Blog & YouTube Videos      PodCasting is a way to challenge myself WHAT Going forward I want this Podcast to be about Learning and Applying  Strength Strength can come from anywhere: Physical, mental, inspirational I want to do this all in a 15 min format, giving you the content in a quick and compact manner so you can reflect, use and apply it right away . Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter