Podcasts about sandbells

Some tech talk about teaching cross-lateral patterns with light SandBells and how this factors into teaching young children an economy of movement as well as physical literacy needed to create an energy reserve at the end of the day.View my SandBell "Tea Cup" Instructional Video

The "Hip Hinge" (or the athletic ready position) has been called the most important sports movement. There are many ways to teach the hip hinge. I prefer teaching it using a light two-pound "SandBell" disc. Due to some recent inquiries, here's a fairly detailed explanation of how I teach the Hip Hinge with SandBells plus a link to one of my videos on this topic for further review.*SandBell Figure-8 Toss: https://youtu.be/wGl19QbbRNE

Working harder than everyone else. Starving yourself by limiting caloric intake. Exercising to the point of exhaustion. Working out every day no matter how you feel. Which of these methods can help you get the results you want from your exercise program? Yes, hard work is essential but when it comes to changing your body through exercise it may not be the most important thing that can help you get the results you want. Is there a 'best method' for reaching your health and fitness goals? Can there really be a secret to long-term success and, if so, what is it ? On this episode of All About Fitness Don Saladino, a NYC-based coach and owner of the Drive 495 fitness studio with over twenty years of helping people reach their goals, returns to share his insights on what you can do to reach yours. Don works with an extremely A-list clientele, helping many of them to prepare for roles in movies and on TV, but his suggestions can be used by anyone who wants to improve their health and fitness. You'll be surprised to find out that while hard work is important, there is one fundamental trait shared by all of those who have been able to reach and maintain their goals (and you'll have to listen to learn what it is). To receive fun, engaging and information fitness content, follow Don on Instagram: @DonSaladino To learn great exercise strategies and techniques, follow Pete McCall on Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Do you want to learn more about fitness and the types of exercise that can enhance your quality of life? Then pick up a copy of:  Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple My 15+ years of experience in educating personal trainers can help you identify the best exercises for your needs! Please support the sponsors of All About Fitness: TerraCore Fitness - Voted 1 of the top at-home fitness products by Men's Health! Use code AAF to save 25% on the purchase of a Terra Core To see the Terra Core in action, follow @terracorefitness on Instagram! Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - 1 of the most versatile and effective products, featured in my book Smarter Workouts - Sandbells and Softbells can deliver an extensive variety of fitness results! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. Follow Hyperwear on Instagram: @Hyperwear  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exercise comes easy to some people while others would rather do anything else than sweat. Many of us who now work full-time in the fitness industry started because we struggled to exercise ourselves and once we were able to reap the benefits from making it a habit we wanted to help others learn how to make exercise a part of their lives as well. Kenny Santucci, the Director of Body by Solace in New York City, is an example of someone who struggled with his weight yet has now dedicated his career to helping others get in the best shape of their lives. Kenny is well known for multiple TV appearances and being an amazing on-air TV host, but what makes him a great fitness coach is his commitment to helping his clients become the best version of themselves. On this episode of All About Fitness, Kenny joins me to talk about his journey struggling with his weight, how he got started in fitness, the benefits of high intensity exercise and why his post-workout brunches are such an important part of his fitness experience. If you've ever struggled with making exercise a habit, this conversation will provide you with some important insights on how you can take the steps to make fitness a regular part of your life. For exercises that can enhance your quality of life right now, follow Pete on Instagram:@PeteMcCall_fitness To learn more about which kinds of exercise that can enhance your quality of life, pick up a copy of the book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness: Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - 1 of the most versatile and effective products, featured in my book Smarter Workouts - Sandbells and Softbells can deliver an extensive variety of fitness results! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. To learn great ways to use Sandbells and Softbells, follow Hyperwear on Instagram: @hyperwear TerraCore Fitness - Voted 1 of the top at-home fitness products by Men's Health! Use code AAF to save 25% on the purchase of a Terra Core See the benefits of using the Terra Core on the company's Instagram channel: @terracorefitness  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The human body is like a cell phone; a phone is made up of hardware, specifically bits of plastic, metal and glass - what makes the phone function is the operating system. In the human body our muscles and skeletal structures are the hardware, our central nervous system (CNS) is akin to our operating system which allows us to function. The data received by the CNS is critical for helping you to move and perform your best. The shoes you wear can affect how your body receives data from the environment, specifically the ground. Our feet are designed to absorb force when we step on the ground and to generate force by pushing off against it. Wearing the wrong type of shoes can change how your feet, and your entire body, function. Galahad Clark is a 7th generation member of the Clark family that makes Clark shoes; however, he realized that many shoes are poorly designed and do not support the natural function of the feet they're supposed to protect. As a result, Galahad started the VIVOBAREFOOT shoe company to create minimalist shoes that allow for optimal foot biomechanics. Recently Mr. Clark & VIVOBAREFOOT produced the movie, Shoespiracy to tell and show how the large shoe companies design shoes for profits not to promote optimal human performance (as many claim). On this episode of All About Fitness, Galahad discusses what motivated him to disrupt the shoe industry; we discuss the benefits of wearing minimalist shoes and address the proper way to incorporate them into your exercise program. If you've ever wondered whether or not your shoes affect how you move then this episode is for YOU! To learn more follow VIVOBAREFOOT on Instagram: @vivobarefoot Do you want to get in better shape or learn more about exercise? Do you want to learn how to use exercise to enhance your quality of life or slow down the aging process (for real)? Then buy Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple My book that explains the how's and why's behind the exercises that can enhance your quality of life. To learn exercises that can help you enjoy your favorite activities, follow Pete on Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - 1 of the most versatile and effective products, featured in my book Smarter Workouts - Sandbells and Softbells can deliver an extensive variety of fitness results! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. TerraCore Fitness - Voted 1 of the top at-home fitness products by Men's Health! Use code AAF to save 25% on the purchase of a Terra Core To see the Terra Core in action, follow @terracorefitness on Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every time you take a step your feet interact with the ground which sends forces upwards into the body; at the same time the weight of your body presses down on top of the foot. The foot is structurally designed to handle these forces, however if your feet do NOT function properly it could affect many other parts of your body. On this episode of All About Fitness, Dr. Emily Splichal, a podiatrist with a movement background in gymnastics and experience as a fitness instructor, talks about the role your feet play in how your body is designed to move. We discuss the role that minimalist shoes could play in your fitness program, in addition, Dr. Splichal provides important insights on what you can be doing to improve the health and function of your feet. To learn more about the role of the foot in how you move, pick up Barefoot Strong: Unlock The Secrets to Movement Longevity by Dr. Splichal Follow this link to learn more about Naboso Technology, Dr. Emily's exclusive line of products designed to enhance your foot health. Follow Dr. Emily on Instagram: @dremilydpm IDEA World 2019See Dr. Splichal, Pete McCall and a number of other fitness and nutrition experts at the convention in Anaheim from June 26-30, 2019.  Listen to the full episode for a code that will save you on the cost of registration. To learn more about exercise and the best workout programs for YOUR needs, pick up a copy of Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple Visit the sponsors of All About Fitness: TerraCore Fitness - Voted 1 of the top at-home fitness products by Men's Health! Use code AAF to save 25% on the purchase of a Terra Core To see all of the creative ways that the Terra Core can be used to get you in the best shape of your life, visit Instagram: @terracorefitness Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - 1 of the most versatile and effective products, featured in my book Smarter Workouts - Sandbells and Softbells can deliver an extensive variety of fitness results! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product.https://www.hyperwear.com Follow Pete McCall on Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness E-mail:allaboutfitnesspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just like painting a portrait or choreographing a dance, designing workouts could be considered a form of art; all of the components should flow together in a sequence that tells a story. Although she is widely known for curating her online community the Fit & Fierce Club, Sadie Nardini could be considered a creative artist for her ability to design unique and challenging workouts as well as her gift at communicating visually through the power of social media.  On this episode of All About Fitness, Sadie discusses how she got her start in yoga, the role that music plays in her life, why it's important to always remain a student and what inspires her creative approach to life. Follow Sadie Nardini on Instagram: @Sadienardiniofficial Visit the online home of Sadie Nardini See many of your favorite fitness, nutrition and lifestyle experts at the 2019 IDEA World Convention in Anaheim June 26-30, 2019, listen to the show for a special discount code! Do you want to get in better shape or learn more about exercise?Then buy Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple - my book that explains the how's and why's behind the exercises that can enhance your quality of life. Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - 1 of the most versatile and effective products, featured in my book Smarter Workouts - Sandbells and Softbells can deliver an extensive variety of fitness results! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. Instagram: @hyperwear TerraCore Fitness - Voted 1 of the top at-home fitness products by Men's Health! Use code AAF to save 25% on the purchase of a Terra Core To see ALL of the cool things you can do on a Terra Core (and why you should buy one) check out their feed on Instagram: @terracorefitness For exercises that you can use to enhance your quality of life right now... Follow Pete McCall on Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the past thirty years if you have taken a group fitness class or worked with a personal trainer then you have already been influenced by Dr. Len Kravitz. Dr. Kravitz is the Program Coordinator for the Department of Exercise Science at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque; in addition, he has spent numerous decades traveling the world to teach the science of exercise to personal trainers and group fitness instructors at conferences and fitness industry education events. Dr. Kravitz is a hands-on researcher with the ability to share his extensive knowledge of exercise physiology in an engaging manner that is easy to understand. On this episode, Len talks about the science of HIIT which is the subject of his recently published book: HIIT Your Limit: High Intensity Interval Training for Fat Loss, Cardio and Full Body Health Our conversation includes the numerous mistakes that are often made and what you can do to ensure optimal results from your HIIT workouts. FOLLOW THIS LINK to Listen to a previous episode of All About Fitness where Dr. Kravitz explains the science of fat burning. Learn from Dr. Len Kravitz, Pete McCall and many other international fitness experts at the 2019 IDEA World Convention in Anaheim, CA from June 26-30. Listen to the full episode for a special discount code. When I'm starting to research a new article or workshop idea, one of my first stops is Dr. Len's articles page - RIGHT HERE To learn more about HIIT, pick up a copy of Dr. Kravitz's book and if you want to know about all of the other exercises that can help you enjoy a successful aging process, then invest in a copy of :Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple My 15+ years of experience in educating personal trainers can help you understand how to do the exercises that can add years to your life. To see the types of exercises that can help enhance your quality of life, follow me on Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Visit the sponsors of All About Fitness: TerraCore Fitness - Voted 1 of the top at-home fitness products by Men's Health! Use code AAF to save on the purchase of a Terra Corehttps://www.terracorefitness.com Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - 1 of the most versatile and effective products, featured in my book Smarter Workouts - Sandbells and Softbells can deliver an extensive variety of fitness results! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product.https://www.hyperwear.com E-mail:allaboutfitnesspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inventor. Strength Coach. Physical Therapist. Tai Kwon Do athlete. International Speaker. Pete Holman, like many professionals working in the fitness industry, wears many hats from inventing killer exercise equipment like the Nautilus Glute Drive to teaching continuing education workshops at fitness conferences around the world. On this episode of All About Fitness, Pete shares his motivation for inventing exercise equipment along with his passion for helping people understand how the human body really functions. In addition, if you've ever had the idea for inventing a new piece of exercise equipment you'll want to listen to this, Pete talks us through the process of how he has developed ideas into finished fitness products being used in health clubs and fitness studios around the world.  Learn from Pete Holman, Pete McCall and many other international fitness, nutrition and wellness experts at the 2019 IDEA World Convention  Follow Pete Holman on Insta: @PeteHolman1 CLICK HERE TO WATCH Pete Holman put Pete McCall through a workout on the TRX Rip Trainer To learn more about exercise and how to design your own workout programs, invest in a copy of my book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple My 15+ years of experience in educating personal trainers can help you identify the best exercises for your needs! Follow Pete McCall on Insta: @PeteMcCall_Fitness Visit the sponsors of All About Fitness: TerraCore Fitness - Voted 1 of the top at-home fitness products by Men's Health! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of a Terra Core https://www.terracorefitness.com Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - 1 of the most versatile and effective products, featured in my book Smarter Workouts - Sandbells and Softbells can deliver an extensive variety of fitness results! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. https://www.hyperwear.com E-mail: allaboutfitnesspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legs. Chest. Back. Arms. Core. Fascia. Emotions.  What? Yes, most exercise programs will focus on specific muscles or parts of the body, but when was the last time you walked into a gym to strengthen your fascia or train your emotions? The truth is that our bodies are complex organisms containing numerous systems (digestive, nervous, muscular) each one affected by exercise. Your fascia is the elastic tissue that surrounds every single muscle fiber; muscles generate force and fascia transmits that force through the body. If you are not doing the proper exercise or self-care techniques for your fascia, it WILL affect how you move and could be a potential cause of injury. When it comes to our emotions, there is a direct connection between how we feel and how we move; motion influence emotion and emotion influences motion. On this episode of All About Fitness, Rodney Corn, a co-founder of Feel Soma one of the smartest, most innovative fitness educators in the world who helped create the education programs for PTA Global and NASM shares his insights on fascia and emotions and how each can have a significant impact on how you move and feel both in and out of the gym. If you've been experiencing chronic pain or are in need of a new motivation for exercise, then this episode of All About Fitness is for you! Instagram: @Feel.soma or @rodneycorn Learn from Rodney Corn, Pete McCall and many other international fitness, nutrition and wellness experts at the 2019 IDEA World Convention. To learn more about how exercise can enhance YOUR quality of life, follow this link to purchase Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple to learn the best exercises for your needs! Please support the sponsors of All About Fitness: Terra Core - the ULTIMATE home workout equipment! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of a Terra Core for your own workouts! Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - one of the pieces of equipment featured in my book, Smarter Workouts, Sandbells and Softbells can help you build muscle and torch calories whether at home or in the gym - use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness allaboutfitnesspodcast@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are specific stages of motor learning for human development including rolling over, crawling, walking and climbing; movement is inherent in our nature, it is what our bodies are designed to do. Anytime you learn a new exercise, try a new dance step or play a new sport you are developing new motor skills and there is a specific learning process. Dr. John Krakauer is the John C. Malone Professor of Neurology, Neuroscience and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University; it is his job to study how humans develop and learn new movement skills. On this episode of All About Fitness, Dr. John Krakauer and I discuss the motor learning process, the benefits of learning a new sport at any age and whether technology really can help you become better at a specific skill. Dr. Krakauer is known for his, "Is the Dumb Jock Really a Nerd' hypothesis which posits that skilled movement requires genius-level function from the brain.  To understand more about Dr. Krakauer and his work, READ THIS PIECE about his role with the BLAM Lab at Johns Hopkins University. To learn more about how exercise can enhance YOUR quality of life, follow this link to purchase Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple, my 15 years of educating personal trainers can help you learn the best exercises for your needs! Please support the sponsors of All About Fitness:Terra Core Fitness - the ULTIMATE home workout equipment! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of a Terra Core for your own workouts! Instagram: @TerraCoreFitness Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - one of the pieces of equipment featured in my book, Smarter Workouts, Sandbells and Softbells can help you build muscle and torch calories whether at home or in the gym - use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. Instagram: @hyperwear  Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness  Email: allaboutfitnesspodcast@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a long but fascinating episode that takes a deep dive into how technology is influencing human movement. Mark Mastalir is the CMO for Halo Neuroscience - a technology that is literally influencing how the brain works. Zach Schonbrun is a writer who covers the business of sports and the author of the Performance Cortex which explains how science is changing the way that athletes train and compete. This special two-interview episode begins with Mastalir explaining how Halo is using a technology called transcranial stimulation to stimulate the motor cortex in a way that can help the user improve and refine coordinated movement patterns. The second interview features Schonbrun discussing what he learned about Halo and other types of technology that are currently being studied in an effort to improve human performance. To learn more about exercise and how to design your own workout programs, invest in a copy of my book:Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple My 15+ years of experience in educating personal trainers can help you identify the best exercises for your needs! Visit the sponsors of All About Fitness: TerraCore Fitness - Voted 1 of the top at-home fitness products by Men's Health! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of a Terra Core. Check out @terracorefitness on Instagram to see all of the amazing ways you can use it to make yourself sweaty! Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - 1 of the most versatile and effective products, featured in my book Smarter Workouts - Sandbells and Softbells can deliver an extensive variety of fitness results! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. E-mail:allaboutfitnesspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The brain is one of the most powerful organs in the human body, yet how often does one walk through the door of a health club thinking, "today is the day I train my brain?" Yes, we are all well aware of the benefits of exercise for our muscles and heart, however exercise also provides numerous benefits for the most important muscle in our body - the brain. This is the second appearance by Ryan Glatt, the founder of Somatiq and a Brain Health Expert at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute where he uses exercise to help people improve their cognitive function. On this episode we discuss technology and how it can be used to enhance exercise in ways that benefits your brain. Forget about the stereotype of the dumb weightlifter, on this episode of All About Fitness, Ryan will explain which types of exercise can boost your brain power! Follow Ryan on Instagram: @Glatt.Somatiq Follow THIS LINK to see an example of a ViPR Pro Flow by Genesis (as mentioned on the show, it's one of the BEST ways to boost your brain power through exercise) To learn more about how exercise can enhance YOUR quality of life, follow this link to purchase Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple, my 15 years of educating personal trainers can help you learn the best exercises for your needs! Please support the sponsors of All About Fitness: Terra Core - the ULTIMATE home workout equipment! Use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of a Terra Core for your own workouts! Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - one of the pieces of equipment featured in my book, Smarter Workouts, Sandbells and Softbells can help you build muscle and torch calories whether at home or in the gym - use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyperwear product. contact All About Fitness: allaboutfitnesspodcast@gmail.com  Follow Pete: Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Technology doesn't just mean computer chips and nanobytes, anything that enhances human performance could be considered technology. The TRX Suspension Trainer is an excellent example of one type of technology - it's not complicated but it does an effective job of challenging the body to work harder. iPhones, fitness trackers and even algorithms that can push forward or predict the workouts you should be doing based on what you have been doing are all examples of different types of technology which is why Chris Frankel, the Director of Human Performance for TRX, is the PERFECT person to contribute to the All About Fitness series on fitness and technology. In our conversation, Chris discusses how technology can improve our fitness as well as potential areas where it may have shortcomings in improving human performance potential. Learn how you could be using technology to aid your workout programs on this episode of All About Fitness To learn more about the TRX Maps program described by Chris, listen to episode 66 of All About Fitness If you want to learn about the best exercises and movements to improve your quality of life, then pick up Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple - where my 15 years of experience in teaching personal trainers is used to help you learn the best exercises for your needs. To learn more about Sandbells and Softbells and how they can help you improve YOUR fitness FOLLOW THIS LINK and use code AAF10 to save 10% on a purchase of any Hyperwear product. The Terra Core is one of the HOTTEST new products on the fitness market, FOLLOW THIS LINK to learn how the Terra Core can help you exceed your fitness goals; use code AAF10 to save 10% on a purchase follow Terra Core Fitness on Instagram: @terracorefitness  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Technology disrupts industries. Netflix eliminated Blockbuster - now instead of driving somewhere to argue about what to watch before falling asleep in front of the TV, we can do it from the comfort of our homes. From scheduling and paying for fitness classes via an app to fitness trackers and wearable technology that provide data on your exercise efforts to cardio equipment with integrated TVs to the social media platforms that allow you to take sweaty selfies after you’re done exercising, technology is indeed having an impact on how we exercise.  This is a first episode in a special series looking into how technology is hacking fitness. The series starts off with Bryan K. O'Rourke, an investor and serial entrepreneur who currently serves as the President of the Fitness Industry Technology Council and the host of the Fitness + Technology podcast making him the perfect person to launch this series.  Technology can support our fitness efforts in a number of different ways, but are there limits as to how technology can help us? Do we need technology to get the results we want from exercise and if so, what kind? We answer these questions and more on this first episode in a special All About Fitness series on fitness technology  Follow Bryan O'Rourke on Instagram and Twitter: @bryankorouke Do you want to learn the best exercises to enhance your quality of life? Then my book, Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple is for you. I've been teaching personal trainers for 15 years and in this book I use that experience to teach you the how and the why behind designing your own exercise programs. To learn more about the Terra Core go to www.terracorefitness.com or follow on Instagram: @TerraCoreFitness To learn more about Sandbells, Softbells and the Vest - visit Hyperwear.com Follow Pete: Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness  www.petemccallfitness.com show email: allaboutfitnesspodcast@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mindset is everything. All successful individuals have at least one common trait: a positive mindset, expect good things and good things will happen. When a positive mindset is combined with creative thinking the result is a unique way of viewing the world that gives you the confidence to forge your own path which is exactly how Peter Twist approaches life, Peter is the founder of Twist Performance - high performance fitness studios, an international fitness educator and a former strength coach for the Vancouver Canucks. Most importantly, Peter is a father and cancer survivor. On this episode of All About Fitness, Peter Twist shares his approach towards health and fitness and how his personal level of fitness combined with his positive mindset gave him the strength and fortitude to overcome a deadly form of cancer.  To follow Peter Twist on Instagram: @coachpetertwist To learn how to create your own workout programs, buy Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple - my 15+ years of experience educating personal trainers gives me the ability to teach you how to design your own workouts for mobility, strength and metabolic conditioning. Follow Pete on Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness pete@petemccallfitness.com www.petemccallfitness.com TerraCore Fitness - The most versatile platform in fitness - Voted 1 of the top 'Must-have' in-home products by Men's Health, use code AAF10 to save 10% Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - Sandbells are one of my favorite products and are featured in my book Smarter Workouts, use code AAF10 to save 10% on your purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exercise is physical stress applied to the body, it is only one road on the arduous journey to your goals. Yes, exercise is important, but too much could actually be bad for your health and keep you from reaching your goals. How your body recovers from the stresses of the workouts that you do can make a huge difference in the results from your efforts. The recovery part of your workout program could be that last road to the final destination of your fitness goals. That’s why fitness industry icons and veteran personal trainers Rick Richey and Aaron Drogoszewski started ReCOVER a studio in New York City that focuses specifically on the recovery component of the fitness process. On this episode of All About Fitness we talk about the role that recovery plays in helping elite athletes achieve optimal performance, what that means for you and why you should be doing the same recovery strategies after your own workouts. To hear more from Rick and Drogo, FOLLOW THIS LINK to their Omni Fitness Podcast To learn more about recovery and how to apply it to your workout programs, read Pete's blog and article below: Top Strategies for Recovery Between Workouts Recovery Techniques for Fitness Professionals (but can be applied to anyone) To learn how to design your own workout programs, buy Pete's book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple Visit the Sponsors of All About Fitness: Terra Core Fitness - use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of a Terra Core Sandbells and Softbells by Hyperwear - use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of Softbells, Sandbells or the Vest Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Pete@Petemccallfitness.com www.petemccallfitness.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is an important mis-perception among fitness consumers: that the only reason to lift weights is to get big muscles. Nothing could be further from the truth. Exercise is important for maintaining good health and a high quality of life and strength training with weights is a critical component of exercise that delivers many benefits that make a long, healthy, enjoyable life possible. You may know that strength training should be a part of your overall workout program, but it can be difficult to know exactly what to do in order to get the results that you want. That’s why workout programs like Men’s Health Muscle After 40 are a great option - they provide the guidance and direction, you provide the energy for the workouts. On this episode of All About Fitness David Jack and Mike Piercy talk about their role with the Muscle After 40 program, we discuss how we each have changed our own workouts as we have progressed through our 40s and we share the types of workouts that are best for people who want to enjoy their favorite activities no matter how old they become. Follow THIS LINK to learn more about the Men’s Health Muscle After 40 program. Follow David Jack and Mike Piercy on Instagram:@theDavidJack@MichaelPiercy To learn more about the types of workouts you should be doing for your needs, pick up a copy of Smarter Workouts: the Science of Exercise Made Simple where my 15 years of experience teaching personal trainers is used to help teach you the best exercises and workouts for your individual needs. Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness: Hyperwear - the makers of Sandbells and Softbells, use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Terra Core - Better Results from better products! Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see a video of the Terra Core in action  www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com  Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitnessTwitter: @PeteMc_fitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most powerful muscle in the human body is the brain, from sports to business to military operations, once the brain has 'switched on' and committed to a goal very little can derail it's success. On this episode of All About Fitness, Jen Widerstrom, a celebrity fitness coach and author of Diet Right for your Personality Type, shares how she has established the success-oriented mindset that has allowed her to achieve great accomplishments on the athletic field, in the weight room on television and, most importantly, in life. Our discussion ranges from her motivation for getting involved in fitness to how she has dealt with her own personal struggles and you will learn a few insights that can help you adopt a goal-crushing mindset. If you are interested in learning more about Jen and her coaching programs, please FOLLOW THIS LINK Follow Jen on Instagram: @jenwiderstrom To have Jen as YOUR private coach, visit her online program available via NEOU Fitness: https://go.onelink.me/KV6T/jenwiderstrom Learn the best exercises for your lifestyle, order Pete McCall's book Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple Terra Core - The Shape of Things to Come - use code AAF10 to save 10% Hyperwear - the Vest, Sandbells and Softbells - use code AAF10 to save 10% on your order Follow Pete McCall on Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it's for a birthday, holiday or special occasion, giving the perfect gift can be a difficult challenge; when it goes right, it feels awesome to give a special person that special something that they can use throughout the entire year. And no one wants to give a gift that ends up collecting dust in the closet or on a shelf in the garage.  On this episode of All About Fitness, fitness writer and professional product reviewer Amanda Vogel joins me to talk about the best gifts for the fit people in your life. Don't spend hours wandering the store or scrolling online and whatever you do, don't cop out by simply giving a gift card, the All About Fitness Gift Guide can help you find that perfect something for your special someone.    Here is a list of products mentioned in the show. NOTE: we identify any conflicts of interest or relationships that both Amanda and I have with the products we discuss.    Yes, this is a BIG conflict, but it IS my book, so... Learn how to design your own workout programs using only one piece of equipment in my book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple; coming soon from Human Kinetics    -Motiv ring  activity tacker https://mymotiv.com/    - MERRITHEW Fascia ReleaZer https://www.merrithew.com/shop/ProductDetail/ST06277_Fascia-Releazer    - MERRITHEW 6 lb. Twist Ball with handles https://www.merrithew.com/shop/ProductDetail/ST06234_Twist-Ball-With-Pump--6-Lb-purple   - RYU Camo Waist Pack (aka fanny pack) - https://shop.ryu.ca/collections/whats-new-bags/products/waist-bag   - New Balance Radiant Heat apparel for cold weather exercise. https://www.newbalance.com/radiant-heat-collection/    - Lole Quilted Lily Tote (gym bag): https://ca-en.lolelife.com/collections/gifts-for-her/products/quilted-lily-bag-law0675?variant=12725982888002    - LuluLemon In a Flash Arm Warmer https://shop.lululemon.com/p/women-scarves-gloves/In-A-Flash-Armwarmer/   - Nicepipes Arm and Legwarmers: https://www.nicepipesapparel.com/   - Vi Personal Trainer - https://vitrainer.com/   - Apple Watch - www.apple.com/watch   - Fabletics - the clothing subscription service  https://www.fabletics.com    - Spartan race trifecta pass https://www.spartan.com/en/2019-season-passes   - Tactical gloves https://www.amazon.com/Mechanix-Wear-MultiCam-Tactical-Camouflage/dp/B00LB46CM4/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1544115533&sr=8-7&keywords=tactical+gloves   - Hydro flask  https://www.amazon.com/Hydro-Flask-Double-Insulated-Stainless/dp/B01ACAREYM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1544115576&sr=8-6&keywords=water+bottle   - Rollga foam roller    www.rollga.com      Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the World's Best™ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)  Instagram: @Hyperwear   Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action Instagram and YouTube: @Terracorefitness   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness    

Group fitness classes are consistently one of the most popular programs or services offered by a health club or fitness studio. Exercising with other people creates a social environment that makes the process more enjoyable. Many people also enjoy group fitness because it is a chance to shut down the brain and let the body do the work while an instructor coaches the class through a workout. Body Pump. CX Works. Grit. Body Combat. All are group fitness classes designed by Les Mills. Working out in a group setting has come a long way since Jane Fonda pulled on some leg warmers and encouraged us to 'go for the burn!' While Ms. Fonda and the early pioneers of group fitness were responsible for creating their own dance-based workout programs, group fitness has evolved and now includes a variety of different formats for all levels of exercise experience. As the fitness industry has matured it is now possible to make a living as a full-time group fitness instructor In general, there are 2 different types of group fitness instructors: Freestyle instructors design their own workouts for the classes they teach Pre-choreographed instructors teach a workout designed by a third party. Les Mills is a chain of health clubs in New Zealand that has changed how the world does group fitness. Les Mills was the first club operator to realize there might be a market for formatted group fitness classes that provide a consistent, effective, safe and, most importantly, FUN workout experience. On this episode of All About Fitness, Bryce Hastings, the Science Director for Les Mills, pulls back the curtain and shares how Les Mills designs the workouts and conducts the research that makes thousands of people around the world get sweaty every day. Learn how Les Mills identifies the programs that will be successful as well as conducts the research to prove the benefits of the workout. To learn more about Les Mills, Les Mills programs or how to become a Les Mills group fitness instructor (it's a great place to start!) visit their home in cyber space: Les Mills Review the research that Les Mills conducts on its own programs: https://www.lesmills.com/us/research/ (I'll be reviewing this)  Learn how to design your own workout programs using only one piece of equipment in my book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple; coming soon from Human Kinetics   Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the World's Best™ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)  Instagram: @Hyperwear   Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action Instagram and YouTube: @Terracorefitness   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness  

This is the FIRST EVER swapcast on AAF! Rick and Drogo, the hosts of the OMNIA Fitness podcast, invited me on their show so I hit record and am posting my version on All About Fitness. Besides hosting a killer podcast, Rick and Aaron opened Recover - the FIRST studio in NYC focused specifically on the recovery phase of exercise, and are educators for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) where they teach human movement science to prospective fitness professionals. Our conversation ranges from discussing body image issues for fitness instructors to identifying the popular fitness personalities who may be complete frauds to the benefits of being a master trainer responsible for educating other fitness professionals. This episode provides a great insight into what fitness geeks like us talk about when we are hanging out together.    Learn how to design your own workout programs using only one piece of equipment in my book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple; coming soon from Human Kinetics   Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the World's Best™ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)  Instagram: @Hyperwear   Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action Instagram and YouTube: @Terracorefitness   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness    

Admit it, how many times have you shown up to a workout only because you feel guilty and want to 'punish' yourself with exercise because of a few choices you made in the previous 24-48 hours? When done properly, exercise should focus on enhancing your quality of life so that you can enjoy the most it has to offer as opposed to being used as a punishment. One key to learning how to enjoy exercise is by working with the right fitness professionals who can help you learn how to establish a positive, successful relationship with fitness which is the speciality of Jamie Atlas, a Denver-based personal trainer and fitness studio owner who has repeatedly been recognized as one of the top personal trainers in the Denver area.  After a brief hiatus, All About Fitness returns featuring a powerful interview with Jamie Atlas, a former professional basketball player-turned personal trainer, who specializes in helping his clients establish a positive, successful and rewarding relationship with exercise.  FOLLOW THIS LINK To visit the electronic version of Jamie Atlas Be inspired (or entertained, at the very least you'll be slightly amused) by Jamie on social media:  Instagram: @jamieatlasfitness    Learn more about fitness and how to design the best workout program for your needs in my new book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple     Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the Worlds Best™ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)      Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core   FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness

If Monday is international chest day - the day when every guy goes to the gym to do their favorite exercise: the barbell chest press, and other isolation movements for strengthening the pectoralis major and minor muscles, then which day should people strengthen their fascia? Strength training with linear patterns is the best way to strengthen your muscle, but there's another tissue in your body that is often overlooked - your fascia and elastic connective tissues. Muscle tissue can be described as the contractile element, fascia is the elastic component - they are different types of tissue; yes, they complement each other, however they function differently and need different exercises. On this Quick Fit Tip learn more about your fascia and the best types of exercise to strengthen your connective tissues so that you can improve your movement skill while reducing the risk of injury. Learn more about fitness and how to design the best workout program for your needs in my new book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple   Training the Fascia Network, Part 1 Training the Fascia Network, Part 2 Latest Research on Fascia  5 things to know about your fascia Functional Training 2.0   Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the World's Best Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product     Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core   FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness

Why do you exercise? What causes you to push yourself when you're already tired? How do you get motivated to achieve a challenging fitness goal? There are two primary types of motivation: intrinsic - working on a task for our own needs or interests and extrinsic - taking on a task to please or to meet the expectations of others; both types can be useful for giving you the ability to accomplish a daunting fitness goal. On AAF110 Hannah Eden, a popular fitness influencer on Instagram and a founder of the Pump Fit Club fitness studio in South Florida, shared how the loss of a close friend motivated her to join the fight to F*** cancer. When we spoke, Hannah was in the process of training for the Ring Road Race around Iceland to raise money in the memory of her friend, Jessica Boswell.   On this episode of All About Fitness, Hannah returns to talk about the experience and how she stay motivated to focus on her goal of completing the road even when her body was screaming at her to stop. In addition, Hannah updates us on what she is doing to help others become motivated to reach their goals. To learn more about the couples challenge she and her husband are running with Oxygen magazine, FOLLOW THIS LINK. CLICK HERE to learn more about Serene Soldier and what you can do to help Hannah fight cancer.  Learn how to design your own workout programs using only one piece of equipment in my book: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple; coming soon from Human Kinetics   Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the World's Best™ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)  Instagram: @Hyperwear   Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action Instagram and YouTube: @Terracorefitness   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness  

In professional sports the job of an athlete is to use his or her skills and abilities to help a team win games. The role of a coach is to teach players specific strategies and tactics of a sport, or a specific position in a sport, so they can out-perform their competition. The function of a strength and conditioning coach is to keep athletes fit, healthy and on the field (or court) so they can properly execute the plays as designed and instructed by the team coaches. Yes this may be biased, but it is my opinion that the strength and conditioning coach has one of the most important jobs on a team because helping athletes get in shape and stay injury-free has the greatest impact on whether or not a team is able to perform to the best of it's ability. On this episode of All About Fitness, Todd Wright, the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Philadelphia 76ers NBA team, shares how he helps his athletes get in top physical shape and prepare off the court to help the team beat the competition. Coach Wright's insights can help you to identify the most effective way to get in shape and stay game-ready for your favorite sport or recreational activity; if it's good enough to help one of Coach Wright's players, it's good enough to help you be your best! Note: NBA Star Kevin Durant credits Todd with having a significant impact on his playing career. Check out this video of Todd coaching his athletes through a complete dynamic warm-up - if it works for a NBA player, it can work for you! This older video shows Todd in action running an off-season conditioning program for his college athletes   Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ˜Worlds™ Best™ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products! Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core   FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness

Introducing a new feature of AAF - The Fitness Roundtable; do you want to know what top fitness instructors and personal trainers talk about when we get together? Would you like to hear insights from the top fitness educators who train the trainers? Each Fitness Roundtable will be a group discussion with some of the top influencers in the fitness industry.  This episode of The Fitness Roundtable was recorded at the SCW Mania Fitness Conference in Dallas with Amy Dixon - Director of Group Fitness Programming for Equinox health clubs, Doris Thews - the Vice-President of Group Fitness, Team Training and Innovation for the Vasa Fitness chain of health clubs, Marc Coronel - a master trainer for multiple fitness brands and Brandon Wagner - also a master trainer for industry-leading brands. We talk about the true definition of fitness, which "celebrity trainers" are frauds and the 80s movies which helped spark our interest in exercise. This is a fun and captivating episode that will give you a new appreciation for the professionals who make a living making you sweaty.  Follow the Roundtable on Instagram: Marc Coronel: @openmindfitness Amy Dixon: @amydixonfitness Brandon Wagner: @bwags73 Doris Thews: @doristhews Coming soon, the first fitness book by host Pete McCall: Smarter Workouts: the Science of Exercise Made Simple   Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the World's Best™ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)  Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core   FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness

One definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over yet expecting different results. This definition is a perfect description for how many people approach fitness, they do the same workout repeatedly yet want it to produce a different outcome. Pushing yourself to try a new physical challenge is one way to break out of a routine with an exercise program that can deliver results. On this episode of All About Fitness guest Alex Isaly talks about his recent participation in the Race Across America (RAAM) and how training for endurance events can help you push past your limits. Alex is a personal trainer and fitness instructor who teaches group programs for Life Time Fitness and travels the country certifying fitness instructors in Spartan Strong, the group fitness program developed to help people prepare to complete a Spartan Race. Despite his busy work and travel schedule Alex still makes his own fitness a priority and finds time to train for grueling endurance events. If you are a road warrior yourself or if you are looking for a spark to add to your fitness program then you will get a lot out of this episode. Visit the virtual version of Alex at: www.alexisaly.com Change your fitness habits by reading Alex's book: The Road to a New You   Announcing my own book on how to design exercise programs to improve your quality of life: Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple is NOW AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER, FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR DETAILS Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness 

There are a number of different ways to exercise; some people (like your humble host) are pretty mainstream and straight-forward - just find something relatively heavy and lift it, while others, like this episode's guest, fitness instructor Gerren Liles, are extremely creative and come up with cool and unique ways to sequence a variety of moves together into a single exercise. On this episode of All About Fitness Gerren, a top fitness instructor in the largest fitness market in the US, shares how he made the transition from teaching kids to making adults sweaty. Gerren tells how he got his start and provides some simple steps that you can take if you too want to cast off your corporate overlords to make a living in workout clothes. And even though he helps some top celebrities look their best, no conversation with Gerren would be complete without talking about his social media interactions with the MOST VIP in his life - his mother.  For killer exercise ideas follow Gerren on Instagram: @gerrenliles Here are some important resources if you too want to make a living by helping other people sweat! The American Council on Exercise - Certifications for Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Health Coach Schwinn Indoor Cycling Instructor Certification Workshop The Athletics and Fitness Association of American (AFAA) Group Fitness Instructor Certification Les Mills - Bodypump, GRIT, Body Combat Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness 

This Quick Fit Tip provides some insights on what's going on behind the scenes for All About Fitness - some great stuff; in addition learn how you can start a career in fitness (if I did it, you can too)! Follow THIS LINK to an infographic featuring 8 reasons why you should start working in fitness. THIS BLOG POST features myself and previous AAF guests Jonathan Ross and Shana Verstegen sharing how we started our careers in fitness. Do you REALLY Need to Run? My blog for the American Council on Exercise about all of the other activities that can help you burn calories without running.   The American Council on Exercise - Certifications for Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Health Coach Schwinn Indoor Cycling Instructor Certification Workshop The Athletics and Fitness Association of American (AFAA) Group Fitness Instructor Certification Les Mills - Bodypump, GRIT, Body Combat Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness 

Training your core can provide numerous benefits from flattening your abs to strengthening the muscles that move your spine. Dr. Stuart McGill is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Waterloo where he spent the majority of his thirty-two year career studying the biomechanics of the spine including identifying specific mechanisms of back pain along with the the best exercises to return to optimal function. In short, Dr. McGill's research has helped numerous people eliminate back pain including Brian Carroll, a powerlifter who experienced a serious back injury that almost ended his career.  On episode 118 of All About Fitness Dr. McGill shares how he worked with Brian to identify the cause of his injury as well as revealing the exercises and workout program that helped him return to championship form. Learn the real secrets to strengthening your core so that you never have to deal with back pain again!   Visit Dr. McGill in cyberspace - THIS LINK will take you to his webpage: BackFitPro Dr. McGill's Amazon page with ALL of his books is HERE To see Dr. McGill explain the Big 3 core exercises - FOLLOW THIS LINK!   Pete's articles and blogs about training the core and core anatomy: Understanding the Abdominals Train the Core Standing up Strongman exercises - one of the best ways to strengthen core muscles!   Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness 

Exercise science is an oxymoron. Yes, there is tangible evidence that suggests how different types of exercise can influence the physiological systems of the human body. However, there are so many variables: the amount of weight used, the exercises performed, equipment used, the quality of nutrition or the amount of rest, that it can be really difficult to know exactly how your body will respond to an exercise program.  Top personal trainers, strength coaches, researchers and educators will NEVER give you a definitive answer about how your body will respond to a workout and are ALWAYS learning how exercise effects the human body. The point is that NO ONE can tell you exactly how your body will react to any type of exercise, it will always take some trial-and-error to identify the most effective workouts for your needs. Mike Boyle is a first-generation strength coach, meaning he was in the first generation of professionals who were able to make a living as a  conditioning coach working exclusively with athletes. Coach Boyle owns Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning outside of Boston, MA, besides helping multiple teams and athletes compete at the highest levels he is an educator and author who is well known for changing his mind or adjusting his coaching techniques when he realizes that he could be doing something in a different, better, more efficient way. On this episode of All About Fitness, Coach Boyle provides insights into how he stays on top of the constantly evolving field of exercise science and how he has adjusted his approach to programming over the course of his career. If you thought you knew everything about fitness or exercise, this episode will cause you to rethink your approach to how you train.   To visit the online version of Coach Mike Boyle, visit his personal website (and blog) HERE To invest in one of Coach Boyle's books so you can learn how to train like the pros, visit his AMAZON PAGE  To learn from Coach Boyle, Dr. Stuart McGill and other top experts in the fields of fitness, strength and conditioning - visit the Perform Better seminar page Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   To read articles and blog posts by Pete, visit his content page HERE  or HERE www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness     

Because of it's low barrier to entry, all you need is a good pair of shoes and a trail, running is one of the most popular forms of exercise. However, while almost everyone CAN run, only an elite few will be able to push or break through the existing boundaries of human performance.  On this episode of All About Fitness, runner and author Alex Hutchinson talks about his new book: Endure: Body, Mind and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance and how groups like the Nike Sports Science lab are look for various ways to shatter existing limits of what the human body can achieve. Alex shares his story of how he transitioned from an elite runner on the Canadian National Team to earning a PhD in physics to becoming the Sweat Science columnist for Outside Magazine; we talk about how he has used his scientific training along with his interest in human performance to help you understand how to get the best performance from your body.  GO HERE to purchase Alex's book: ENDURE: Body, Mind and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance  To learn more about Alex Hutchinson, visit his virtual home HERE FOLLOW THIS LINK to read Alex's SWEAT SCIENCE Columns for Outside Magazine    Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness   

Indoor cycling, HIIT, Barre classes, CrossFit and obstacle course racing are all examples of recent fitness trends that have become extremely popular in the past few years. Why do some fitness techniques become a flash-in-the-pan fad? See: all of the Zumba knock-offs that are no longer with us, Batuka anyone? What does it take for a mode of fitness to become a must-have, long-term product like TRX Suspension Training or Kettlebells?  On this episode of All About Fitness, Lashaun Dale, one of the most influential thought leaders and futurists in the fitness industry, shares her thoughts on how the fitness landscape will change over the next few years. In her career Lashaun has helped conceive, create and launch a number of popular fitness programs and is currently the VP of Content for 24Hour Fitness where she oversees 24Life - the online magazine dedicated to helping people live their best lives. Our conversation covers some of the recent trends, what makes them successful and our thoughts on what will be making us sweat for the foreseeable future.  Follow Lashaun on Twitter: @Lashuandale  Read this blog to see if I can accurately predict the future! Visit 24Life - the online magazine of 24 Hour Fitness   Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness 

The fitness culture is still relatively young; health clubs have only been a part of mainstream society for the past forty-or-so years. Before the modern health clubs we're used to today, the early days of fitness were heavily influenced by the Gay (now LGBTQ) community. In response to a recent flap about Pride month and Crossfit, Dr. Natalia Petrzela, a Professor of History and a host of the Past Present podcast, wrote this column about the evolution of fitness culture and the role that LGBTQ individuals played in that process. Get your history geek hats on, this is an awesome conversation and an in-depth look at the origins of the modern fitness culture.   Visit the internet version of Dr. Petrzela HERE Read Dr. Petrzela's article for Slate about how LGBTQ culture influenced the modern fitness industry HERE A few year's ago Men's Journal published a great article on the underground history of Southern CA bodybuilding culture - READ IT HERE T listen to Natalia on the PastPresent Podcast - CLICK THIS LINK  Follow Natalia on Twitter: @NataliaPetrzela  Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness   

What are the most important benefits from exercise? Is it burning calories and sculpting muscles so that you look better? Is it enhancing your performance so that you can play your favorite sports better? How about the fact that regular exercise can improve your health to reduce the risk of developing a dangerous disease? Yes, these are all important benefits from exercise but probably THE MOST important benefit is that exercise can help strengthen your brain. That's right, exercise can not only strengthen your muscles but when done the right way it can improve your cognitive function to help you become smarter. Ryan Glatt, the founder of SomatIQ is a specialist in Brain Health Coaching, the ability to use exercise to improve how your brain functions. On this episode of All About Fitness, Ryan talks about the research that suggests how exercise can help improve all aspects of cognitive performance and shares some simple strategies for what you can start doing to train your brain.  To learn more about Ryan and to read his blog with numerous tips about what you can do to improve the health of your brain Visit Ryan's blog and personal website HERE to learn numerous tips about what  Follow Ryan on Instagram to see some of his cool hacks for training your brain: @glatt.somatiq  To learn specific techniques for exercising the most important muscle in your body, the brain, visit SMARTfit     Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness:Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest- use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK(note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)    Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness   

It's time to rethink the old stereotype of the dumb, brain-dead weightlifting enthusiast. A plethora (hat tip to SAT prep) of research suggests that exercise, especially of the high intensity variety, can help promote the growth of new brain cells via BDNF.  On this Quick Fit Tip episode I talk about how exercise can help make you smarter and reduce the risk of the cognitive decline that can often accompany aging.  If you want to learn more, THIS LINK takes you to the study referenced in the episode.  If you REALLY want to learn more, follow THIS LINK to the book referenced in the episode (it will make you smarterer). Please visit the sponsors of All About Fitness: Hyperwear - the Makers of Sandbells, Softbells and the ‘World’s Best’ Weight Vest - use code AAF10 to save 10% on the purchase of any Hyerwear fitness product Want to see Sandbells in action? Follow THIS LINK (note, filmed long before Hyperwear became a sponsor)  Terra Core - Better results from better products!Use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core FOLLOW THIS LINK to see the Terra Core in action   www.petemccallfitness.com pete@petemccallfitness.com Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness Twitter: @PeteMc_fitness 

Amanda Vogel is a writer, educator and social media expert who specializes in the fitness industry. Amanda is the author of the Fitness Test Drive blog where she tests and reviews new fitness products from clothing to equipment to technology. Amanda Vogel is a well known writer, speaker and social media expert who specializes in the fitness industry. On All About Fitness, Amanda and I discuss a variety of fitness and health-related gift ideas for the Holiday Season. If you have a love one who loves to sweat and you're not sure what to give them this year, you will appreciate our conversation today - ESPECIALLY if you are a guy trying to figure out how to shop for fitness clothing for your girlfriend or female spouse. In addition, Amanda covers a few of her recent blog topics for the American Council on Exercise including 5 opportunities to make healthier choices and what your fitness instructor is really thinking about you!   Follow Amanda Vogel on social media: Twitter: @AmandaVogel Instagram: @AmandaVogelfitness Here are some links to the products we discuss in the episode: Terra Core by Vicore Fitness - use code AAF to save 20% on the purchase of a Terra Core! Here is THE LINK to Amanda's review of the Terra Core.   The GRID VIBE by TriggerPoint - I purchased one earlier this year and LOVE it, it is my go-to tool to help promote recovery and reduce muscle tightness. RYU - Fitness and lifestyle apparel.  The Apple Watch. Here is THE LINK to Amanda's blogs and articles she has written for the American Council on Exercise (including the ones we discuss on the show).  Hyperwear - the maker of Sandbells and Softbells (two of my favorite workout products for either the home or gym)  TRX Training Slam Ball - the product so new that Amanda wasn't sure how to describe it...   Contact Pete: Pete@petemccallfitness.com Twitter: @PeteMc_Fitness Instagram: @PeteMcCall_fitness    

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Brook Benton e: brook@cardiopump.com w: www.brookbenten.com P: 512-657-1805 T: BrookBenten FB: BrookBentenFitness Brook talked about how Idea World is the SuperBowl of Fitness Conferences and how she uses kettlebells for training as well as SandBells. She also talked about the importance of BHAG's (Big Hairy Audacious Goals). She also talked about how to become a fitness professional now.