The Upgrade Yo Sh*t Podcast

Apologies for the sound quality as our mic system was compromised for this episode. In this episode we sit down with Kamel El Khayat who's ancestry to the land of Palestine spans back many hundreds of years.  We talk about his family history, the current plight of Palestinians and how he came to become a Personal Trainer.Find Kamel on Instagram Resources discussed in this Podcast:The Hundred Years War on Palestine: A History of Settler Colonialist Resistance - Rashid KhalidiThe Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine - Ilan PappeRange: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized WorldOur Website: http://www.theupgradeguys.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode Rich and Nat sit down to talk about Hip Mobility again. This time the discussion discusses the difference between Kinstretch and The Internal Strength Model as well as how the current 12 Week Program is built. Leading up to the re-release of The Upgrade Guys 12 Week Hip Mobility Program, this episode gives some extensive background on the foundations of training your hips. They discuss the priorities of training, how Yoga and Foam Rolling isn't enough and of course some spicy hot takes.Be sure to leave us a review and if you like our show, please rate us.Get on the VIP list to make sure you don't miss the Pre Sale Launch: http://eepurl.com/gcLMNjOur Website: http://www.theupgradeguys.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysGet on the VIP list to make sure you don't miss the Pre Sale Launch: http://eepurl.com/gcLMNjOur Website: http://www.theupgradeguys.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode Rich and Nat sits down to talk about Hip Mobility, what the fundamental joint function of the hips are and the basics of joint capsule and training. Leading up to the re-release of The Upgrade Guys 12 Week Hip Mobility Program, this episode gives some extensive background on the foundations of training your hips and how we approach it. Of course, it wouldn't be The Upgrade Guys if it didn't get spicy at the end with a little clown sniping. Get on the VIP list to make sure you don't miss the Pre Sale Launch: http://eepurl.com/gcLMNjOur Website: http://www.theupgradeguys.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode we speak with Gary Heshiki who is currently enrolled in Physiotherapy School in Australia. He relocated in 2022 and sat down to talk with us just before leaving. This was recorded last year and we will do an updated episode and check in with Gary some time soon. In this episode we discuss filling the gap between Rehab and Training. We discuss the homogenous nature of the leadership within the Health & Fitness industry and we talk about Gary's path to Physiotherapy school. You can find Gary on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/garyheshiki/Get on the VIP list to make sure you don't miss the Pre Sale Launch: http://eepurl.com/gcLMNjOur Website: http://www.theupgradeguys.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguys

Sometimes people get in their feelings about using the term Coach to distinguish themselves from "Trainer". We think that the two words are not mutually exclusive. You can be one or the other, or both. At the end of the day, words matter. The way we use words matter and how we describe our practice, field or profession matters. Find our Mobility Training products at:http://www.theupgradeguys.com

In this episode we talk about evolution... not really, but we talk about the ridiculous nature of the current fitness industry believing we evolved to do a Bench Press or some other made up exercise. We don't have any advertisements save for promoting our own products and services and those of our guests. Mobility Memberships and 12 Week courses are how we continue to fund our podcast work. We appreciate your support of all our work.Find our Mobility Training products at:http://www.theupgradeguys.com

You hear a lot of people calling just about everything Mobility Training, from Animal Flow to MovNat, but what is Mobility Training really? In 2019 we tried our best to articulate this a little bit for our audience.Mobility training is specific and deliberate. The intention behind your mobility training has to be focused on and deliberated effect the parts involved with movement. If your joints don't move then you cannot move and it is as simple as that. Learn more about Mobility Training with our FREE Intro to Mobility Training:

In this episode  of The Lost Tapes we dive into the lenses by which we view training, exercise, fitness, etc. Regardless of what we do in life, there will always be lenses through which we see things. We may view through the lens of culture, gender, sex, race, or many other things. In our normal freestyle manner that kicked off our early podcasting in 2019. We don't have any advertisements save for promoting our own products and services and those of our guests. Mobility Memberships and 12 Week courses are how we continue to fund our podcast work. We appreciate your support of all our work.Find our Mobility Training products at:http://www.theupgradeguys.com

In this episode we talk to Coach Rich Thurman aka Coach RT3.  We discuss who he is, where he's from and some monumental moments in his life that make him who he is today. From growing up in San Francisco before gentrification and the Tech boom of Silicon Valley exploded the cost of living to moving and living abroad, this episode has a lot to unpack further. Of course we can't have a discussion about the life of RT3 without some discussion on race and some of the challenges surrounding this topic. Sit back and enjoy this episode of The Lost Tapes, originally recorded in 2019.We don't have any advertisements save for promoting our own products and services and those of our guests. Mobility Memberships and 12 Week courses are how we continue to fund our podcast work. We appreciate your support of all our work.Find our Mobility Training products at:http://www.theupgradeguys.com

In this episode we chat with Nat of The Upgrade Guys about growing up in the 80's in Los Angeles. During the time where groups like NWA, and films like Colors and Boyz N the Hood were the soundtracks to some of the most violent days in Southern California. How did those streets shape and mold the man we know today. We follow his journey from SoCal to Oregon, and eventually to the penitentiary where every day is a life or death struggle to survive.  From being incarcerated to becoming a successful coach and mentor to many young coaches, this is just a glimpse of a story that needs to be heard.  We don't have any advertisements save for promoting our own products and services and those of our guests. Mobility Memberships and 12 Week courses are how we continue to fund our podcast work. We appreciate your support of all our work.Find our Mobility Training products at:http://www.theupgradeguys.com

This was the first episode we recorded back in 2019.  We initially had planned to record these podcasts just talking about general fitness and social media trends, before we ended up terminating this project due to coordination issues. We ended up buying a bunch of equipment during the 2020 pandemic and reviving this idea of a podcast for The Upgrade Guys with an new agenda.Our new agenda was to focus on amplifying the voices of people of color, coaches, activists, etc. We noticed the disparity of systemic inequity extends into our field and spaces that we frequent and wanted to be a space that blasts open room for change. We don't want a seat at your table if we gotta beg and plead to be there. We will build our own table and do it the way we want to.  And this episode's harsh truths speak exactly to that. We don't have any advertisements save for promoting our own products and services and those of our guests. Mobility Memberships and 12 Week courses are how we continue to fund our podcast work. We appreciate your support of all our work.Find our Mobility Training products at:http://www.theupgradeguys.com

In this episode we speak with Damali Fraiser about her Kettlebell Training career. This episode delves into the depths of the underlying undertones within Kettlebell culture. We talk about women, body image and people of color within the space of Kettlebells.Within all training, people like to skip over the basics, but you can't build a strong practice without solid foundations. Enjoy this episode.Find DamaliInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/damali.fraiserTiktok: http://www.ticktock.com/liftoffstrengthhttp://www.liftoffstrength.caFind The Upgrade Guys (Mobility Membership & More)http://www.theupgradeguys.comFind us on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysJoin our VIP list:http://eepurl.com/gcLMNj

In this episode we speak with Emily Torockio. Her article in Medium "I Didn't Think I Needed “Representation.” Then I Watched Always Be My Maybe." touches on the importance of representation.  We do a deep dive into her experiences as an Asian American woman both growing up within American society and making her way through the Yoga world. This was an insightful conversation Identity and Representation. As we move towards gaining a better understanding of each other, experiences like Emily's are important to forming a better future. Find Emily on Social Media: http://www.instagram.com/emilytorockio Find The Upgrade Guys (Mobility Membership & More)http://www.theupgradeguys.comFind us on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysJoin our VIP list:http://eepurl.com/gcLMNj

Chad Raynor is a personal trainer and founder of Technical Fitness LLC. Before forming Technical Fitness, he was a personal trainer and training manager for Gold's Gym, New York Sports Clubs, and Crunch Gyms where he finished in the top five nationwide in personal revenue produced every full year that he worked for Crunch Gyms.We sit down to discuss Chad's journey into the Fitness Industry, his leadership and development with other coaches, becoming part owner of a high end New York wellness facility, his upbringing and his recent move out to the West Coast.Find Chadhttp://www.instagram.com/technicalfitnessThe Upgrade Guyshttp://www.theupgradeguys.comhttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.youtube.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.twitter.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.facebook.com/theupgradeguys

What does it mean to be the "Model Minority"? Alan Z is a recording artist who's latest song off the album with Jason Chu, entitled "Model Minority" takes a deep dive into the myth of "White-adjacency" often attributed to Asian people.   Find Alan Z at:https://www.soundcloud.com/alanzmusichttps://www.youtube.com/alanzhttps://www.instagram.com/alanzmusic/The Upgrade Guyshttp://www.theupgradeguys.comhttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.youtube.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.twitter.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.facebook.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode we speak with Mike Crenshaw. Mike is a long time activist, organizer and recording artist. He was a member of the Baldies, a crew of anti-racist skinheads that often take part in violent combat with their neo-Nazi counterparts. He gives us a history of the skinheads and so much more. This conversation was both eye opening and historically enlightening. Join us as we go on a journey through Skinhead Culture.Find Mike Crenshaw:http://www.miccrenshaw.comhttp://www.facebook.com/miccrenshawhttp://www.instagram.com/miccrenshawhttp://www.twitter.com/miccrenshawhttps://soundcloud.com/mic-crenshawThe Upgrade Guyshttp://www.theupgradeguys.comhttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.youtube.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.twitter.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.facebook.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode we speak with Philippine Basketball Association multiple championship winner Harvey Carey II. Harvey grew up in San Francisco, California just down the street from Coach RT3.  We discuss being mixed race, (Black and Asian) as well as how Harvey ended up living and playing basketball in the Philippines for over a decade. We hope you enjoy this episode.Find Harvey Carey IIhttp://www.instagram.com/manilablk4The Upgrade Guyshttp://www.theupgradeguys.comhttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.youtube.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.twitter.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.facebook.com/theupgradeguys

What is it like to be "White Passing" in America?  We see Barack Obama as a mixed race man and because of the color of his skin he's considered black. Like it or not, there is inherently racist bias that colors the lens by which we see him.  But what happens when you are mixed race, but phenotypically do not seem to look Black?Gil Goodman aka @squeezus is a grip competitor and owner of Barrel Strength Systems which fabricates grip training equipment. The Grip Competitor community is quite a niche community and a very demographically homogenous one. Coach RT3 met Gil a few years ago when Gil invited him to Nashville to conduct a Steel Mace Workshop. Sit back, buckle up and ride with us on this episode of The Upgrade Yo Shit Podcast!Find Gil at:Webwww.barrelstrengthsystems.comInstagram:http://www.instagram.com/squeezushttp://www.instagram.com/barrelstrengthsystemsFacebook:http://www.facebook.com/barrelstrengthsystemsFind The Upgrade Guys (Mobility Membership & More)http://www.theupgradeguys.comFind us on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysJoin our VIP list:http://eepurl.com/gcLMNj

Bernadette Henry is a Jumprope Instructor and Mental Health & Emotional Wellness Coach helping busy working moms stay fit physically, mentally and emotionally. With 20 years of case management experience and non-profit work, she's passionate about supporting others in their life journeys.She is the founder of Make It Fun NYC, a lifestyle brand focused on helping you live your best life - body, mind and spirit.Her brand has been featured in national magazines and digital platforms, including the Dr. Oz Show, Advil, Today Show, Good Morning America, Pix11, Texas Metro News, First for Women Magazine and much more.Find Bernadette teaching jump rope classes for all ages, helping busy moms stay physically & emotionally fit, and spending time with her family which includes her husband, three young boys (two with special needs).Jump Rope Prep & Recovery ( MakeitfunNYC x The Upgrade Guys)https://www.theupgradeguys.com/p/jump-rope-prep-recovery/?affcode=459426_darctrr1Websitehttps://www.makeitfunnyc.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/makeitfunnycTikTokhttps://vm.tiktok.com/ZSJ9eSpYb/Twitterhttps://www.twitter.com/makeitfunnyc

In the realm of Mobility Training, grapplers, wrestlers and fighters can upgrade their game tremendously. In this final episode of Season I of the Upgrade Yo Sh*t Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with UFC champion Tatiana Suarez about her rise to where she is today and how she reaps some of the benefits of the same Mobility Training Methodology and principles that we use with our clients. This was an incredible episode that features an incredible athlete who's defied the "norms" and is an inspiration for anyone interested in fight sports... What else can we say besides, go listen and enjoy.Find Tatiana on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/tatianasuarezufchttp://www.instagram.com/working_caninesFind The Upgrade Guys (Mobility Membership & More)http://www.theupgradeguys.comFind us on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysJoin our VIP list:http://eepurl.com/gcLMNj

Usually our podcasts feel more like an interview. In this episode it felt like a few old friends who've known each other for years, kickin it! Be ready to go from laughter to serious shit in a flash with us as we had the chance to sit down and chat with Vinyasa instructor Brittney, CEO of Trap Yoga Bae. Hailing from West Oakland and now residing in Los Angeles, CA, Brittney keeps it 100 with us and openly shares with us everything from being jailed in Singapore to travels that helped form the person in front of us. Being a Black in the Yoga space can be a challenge in a realm dominated by white women in Lulu Lemon, sipping Chai Lattes. We delve into what sparked the journey to India to grow, heal and find self.  From Baldwin to Josephine Baker, the notion of Black Americans stepping outside to find perspective is nothing new. Authentic, honest, open and unapologetic are some of the words I would use for this episode... It's straight fire.Jump into the Trap Tribe community: https://tribe.trapyogabae.com/sign_up Download the TrapYogaBae App:iOS link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1535089546#?platform=iphoneAndroid link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.trapyogabaeFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trapyogabae/?hl=enFind The Upgrade Guys (Mobility Membership & More)http://www.theupgradeguys.comFind us on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysJoin our VIP list:http://eepurl.com/gcLMNj

In this episode we chat with Athletic Trainer Chris Flores also known as Chris Flo, founder of Flo Fitness. We discuss his journey into the realm of fitness, how he went from training in his garage to opening his own facility. Chris is one of the early Animal Flow Master Coaches and we discuss how he incorporates ground based movement into his coaching methodology. From Hip Hop and it's influence on our hustle and the overwhelmingly homogenous nature of major Fitness Organizations, to the upcoming publication of his new book, we are excited to bring you along for this ride.Find Chris Flores:http://www.instagram.com/flo_fitnesshttps://www.facebook.com/chris.flo.5The Upgrade Guys Mobility Membershiphttp://www.theupgradeguys.comFind us on Social Mediahttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.twitter.com/theupgradeguyshttp://www.youtubel.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode of the Upgrade Yo Sh*t Podcast Rich and Nat chat with Coach Preston Hale of Ignite Performance in Chandler Arizona. Preston works with young aspiring athletes to help them improve performance, with the objective of obtaining scholarships in order to continuing their athletic endeavors and education. Preston explains the term Ecological dynamics and how he uses this methodology to help upgrade his athletes and improves their performance.  Dive in as we cover the idea that we are not "trainers", but actually Environmental Architects  for the people that we have the opportunity to work with and help.Find Preston Hale:Websitehttp://www.ingniteperformance.netInstagramhttp://www.instagram.com/_igniteperformance_http://www.instagram.com/p_hale3Twitter@ignite_perfUpgrade Guys Mobility Membership: http://www.theupugradeguys.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode we link up with Health & Wellness Professional Allison Tibbs. Allison has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the realm of self care and wellness. We discuss everything from Self Care and Habit Stacking to Brushing your teeth and someone shitting in your bathtub. Sometimes we're moving too fast and fear and ego gets in the way of taking the right offramp. How do we know when to take the leap and exit or when it's time to start formulating an exit strategy for something different. Join us as we jump this thing off!Find Allisonhttp://www.instagram.com/allisontibbshttp://www.allisontibbs.comFind us on Instagramhttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysCheck out our website for 12 Week Mobility Courses, Memberships and More:http://www.theupgradeguys.comYouTubehttp://www.youtube.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode we speak with Dr. Locatelli Rao DPT OCS, owner of Pasadena Physical Therapy about his journey into Physical Therapy and evolution towards becoming a healer. We discuss everything from the best tacos in SoCal to kids potty training adventures. We dive into discussions on utilizing multiple thought processes when helping human beings. From utilizing Intra-abdominal pressure of the DNS (Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization) system, to lung function techniques of PRI (Postural Restoration Institute) and FRS (Functional Range Systems). Dr. Locatelli, or Loc as we call him shows us all that sometimes the best treatment for a human being is a combination of appropriate approaches.Find Dr. Loc on Instagramhttp://www.instagram.com/drlocraoFind us on Instagramhttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysCheck out our website for 12 Week Mobility Courses, Memberships and More:http://www.theupgradeguys.comYouTubehttp://www.youtube.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode we discuss the the notion that because something works for one person that it should work for another. From Training to Diets, to living in Thailand. This strategy that many people use may be flawed. Is the training and movements that Lebron James is doing good for you? Because this diet worked for her, is it good for her or him? What are the specific adaptations are we trying to create? You are unique and require unique and specific inputs that fit you and what you want to do.Find us on Instagramhttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguysWebsitehttp://www.theupgradeguys.com

In this episode we speak with Mobility Specialist and Personal Trainer Kevin Ferreira based in Geneva Switzerland. Kevin aka KSwiss shares his insights on assessment and his experience working with professional athletes in Europe. We consider Kev to be Upgrade Family and we enjoy sniping fitness clowns together. Shots were definitely fired in this episode. This no. holds barred discussion touches on everything from Race to Artificial Intelligence. Find Kevin:http://www.instagram.com/kswissfithttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYFr9cpiVZOIq2W2lAW48sQThe Upgrade GuysWebsitehttp://www.theupgradeguys.comInstagrahttp://www.instagram.com/theupgradeguys

In this episode we speak with Dr. Moses Bernard, Creator of The Ultimate Spine Course. He's not what you think of when you think of a Chiropractor. He is a part of a growing segment of game changers that are helping humans understand their body and take control of their health. We discuss the Chiropractic industry, the impetus behind The Ultimate Spine Course and more.The Upgrade Guyswww.theupgradeguys.comFind Dr. Moses BernardInstagram:www.instagram.com/mosesbernardWebsitewww.mosesbernard.comThe Ultimate Spine Coursewww.theultimatespine.com

Explore the Mobility Training thought process with us all surroudning the topic of Split Stance Squats. We discuss everything surrounding the conceptual understanding and principles that guide effective mobility training and coaching.Check us out at http://theupgradeguys.com