Podcasts about stick mobility

On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey welcomes featured guest, Dennis Dunphy, co-founder of Stick Mobility, for an insightful conversation about one of fitness's biggest hot topics: mobility training. Rick kicks off by sharing how Stick Mobility tools have become a staple in his gyms, not just for their versatility, but also the unique feedback and durability they offer, especially compared to traditional PVC or broomsticks. Together, Rick and Dennis dive into the importance of developing mobility and strength beyond just the sagittal plane, highlighting commonly neglected areas like the frontal and transverse planes, rotational movements, and the elusive “spiral line” that, as Dennis says, “isn't spiraling” for many people. Dennis shares the origin story of Stick Mobility, from early experiments with rattan sticks and isometrics to product innovation and global reach—plus how the Cincinnati Bengals gave their stamp of approval. Listeners will learn why mobility has become more than just a buzzword in fitness, why it matters at every age, and how improving hip and spinal mobility can make everyday activities—like getting in and out of a car or reaching for a high shelf—easier and less painful as we age. Tune in for practical tips, inspiration, and ideas to make mobility a priority in your fitness routine! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! The content shared in this podcast is solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek out the guidance of your healthcare provider or other qualified professional. Any opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of NASM. Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

In episode 61, we dive deep into the transformative power of perseverance and belief, exploring how these qualities shape the path to achieving your dreams. Our guest Debbie Gleeson discusses the importance of staying committed even when the journey gets tough, and how maintaining unwavering belief in yourself and visualization can turn the impossible into possible. Stick Mobility on IG https://www.instagram.com/stickmobility/ Debbie Gleason on IG https://www.instagram.com/debbiefgleeson/ Stick Mobility https://stickmobility.com/ Watch a Stick Mobility workout https://youtu.be/t6LFA2WpqZs?si=Nz7qucI0yiINL4cQ Thank you so much for listening! Please rate ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and share the show! Check out the WARRIOR formats: ⁠https://warriorinstructors.com/⁠

Neal Valera's passion for golf began in college, where he competed at the collegiate level. Aspiring to turn pro, he realized he wasn't quite at that level. Unwilling to settle for a "traditional desk job," he began personal training in 2007. His entreprenurial spirit led him to collaborate with his business partner, Dennis Dunphy, in 2015. Together, they attended a course with Dr. Arthur Faygenholtz who specialized in stick stretching. Inspired by their mentor, Neal and Dennis developed an innovative fitness method that combined this with strength training and isometrics.  Neal chats about the technology and development behind Stick Mobility, including the unique engineering that makes the sticks both flexible and durable. He also goes on to discuss their certification process to ensure trainers can maximize use of their product. When asked about what really kicked them off, Valera states, "After posting on social media for a while, we got a message from the head strength coach of the Cincinnati Bengals at the time. He thought it looked really interesting and wanted to meet up with us. We met with him for for 2 hours at their hotel to show what we do, and he loved it!" Key themes discussed From golf to personal training. How the stick training evolved away from weekend classes with bamboo sticks. Consider integrating stretch into fitness routines for results. Ways to use Stick Mobility for training. Idea for affiliating with colleges to create products. Unsolicited testimonial praises game-changing product. A few key takeaways: 1. Neal discussed the journey of creating Stick Mobility, starting from a simple idea inspired by stick stretching. He evolved the concept by incorporating strength training and isometric exercises, resulting in a comprehensive fitness tool used by various demographics, including youth and adult athletes. 2. The growth of Stick Mobility was significantly boosted by partnerships, notably with Dr. Arthur Faygenholtz who taught them about stick stretching, and later with clients to create a robust product. Neal highlighted the collaboration with the Cincinnati Bengals that served as major validation and launchpad for the company's certification program. 3. The importance of certifying instructors was emphasized. Neal explained the rigorous two-day process that includes both practical and written exams, ensuring that trainers are thoroughly equipped to teach Stick Mobility techniques. They now have over 500 certified trainers worldwide. 4. Stick Mobility's versatility makes it suitable for various fitness regimes and rehabilitation programs. He pointed out its use in dynamic warm-ups, active recovery, and even specific sports training such as golf and baseball. The sticks offer a unique blend of strength and mobility training. 5. Neal shared valuable advice for entrepreneurs. He emphasized the importance of having a team where each member specializes in different areas, avoiding the trap of trying to do everything by yourself. He also spoke about the practical use of the product with real clients to continuously test and refine it. Neal's approach also reflected a balance between growing the business and maintaining high-quality, effective products. Click here to download transcript.    Resources:  Neal Valera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-valera-813002a/  Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/   Prospect Wizard: http://www.theprospectwizard.com Promotion Vault: http://www.promotionvault.com HigherDose: http://www.higherdose.com  Connect With Us:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehaloadvisors/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Integritysquare  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@halotalks  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/integrity-square/  Website: https://www.halotalks.com  Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: www.ratethispodcast.com/halotalks and don't forget to check out the HALO Academy for Executive Education opportunities.

Co-founder of Stick Mobility, Dennis Dunphy, joins Chris to share more about the stick. Dennis covers who it's for, how it works, and the benefits for everyone!Learn More: https://www.youtube.com/@StickMobility @stickmobility @diamondphysiquesj @nvstrength  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's another fan-favorite throwback episode!In this episode, Dan and Jenny interview Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera, Stick Mobility co-founders and uncover how Personal Trainers can best serve clients by optimizing their workouts for increased longevity.

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by guests, Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera, founders of Stick Mobility.  Topics will include how, and why, the duo created the Stick Mobility method, how it fits perfectly with the NASM flexibility continuum, and a few of their personal favorite Stick Mobility techniques! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3T0xkcz

Welcome back to TRX PROCAST! In this episode, we have the privilege of exploring a fascinating fusion of fitness disciplines with a true luminary in the industry, Neal Valera, the co-founder of Stick Mobility. Join your host, Nathan D'Rozario, as he delves deep into the world of fitness and mobility. We'll revisit the incredible story of Stick Mobility's creation, from Neal's earliest experiences in the fitness world to co-creating this innovative company. Whether you're a seasoned Stick Mobility enthusiast looking to deepen your knowledge or someone new to this groundbreaking fitness practice, this episode is a must-listen. In the first part of the episode, we uncovered the remarkable combination of Stick Mobility, Isometrics, and Feedback, and how it can redefine your strength, stability, and training. Neal shares his expertise, insights, and unique background, making this episode an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to transform their fitness journey. So, join us on this enlightening journey through fitness and mobility, and prepare to be inspired. Subscribe, rate, and review our podcast to stay updated on valuable insights, expert interviews, and engaging discussions that will elevate your fitness journey. Remember, your fitness story is a narrative waiting to be written; let's make it an epic one together with Neal Valera and TRX PROCAST. TRX Training - https://www.trxtraining.com/ Stick Mobility - https://stickmobility.com/ Stick Mobility Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StickMobility Register for your free 14 day access to the TRX Training Club https://www.trxtraining.com/pages/subscriptions

Brought to you by Perform Better Check out the Sale at PerformBetter.com Highlights of Episode 367 "Hit The Gym with a Strength Coach" Segment Dennis Dunphy, Founder of Stick Mobility  We spoke about: Defining Mobility and the factors that can improve it Can we really improve mobility? How isometrics play a role in mobility Considering the fascia  Breathing and it's role in becoming more mobile Where does the Stick fit in? Much more Check out Stick Mobility   The StrengthCoach.com Coaches Corner with Coach Boyle We spoke about: Outsourcing around the gym Isometrics- when and where in his program Weight training for speed Check out my special interview with Coach Boyle "40 Mistakes, 40 Years" Partner Offer from AG1 by Athletic Greens Get a 1 year supply of Vitamin D, 5 Travel packs   "Maximizing the Member Experience"  Brought to you by Naamly Sumit Seth discusses the importance of Self Care Naamly is the member experience platform for modern training gyms - It puts all of your communication with your members in one place, allowing you to keep track of that communication, so important for retention.  Go to Naamly.com, you can schedule a demo to get a feel for what it's about.  Use referral code StrengthCoach to get started on a free 30 day trial. About "Be Like the Best" During the last 17 years of interviewing many strength coaches, fitness professionals, physical therapists and gym owners, Anthony Renna has accumulated a rolodex of “The Best of the Best” in the fitness profession. This book is a collection of interviews with some of those top successes. Through his conversations, you'll learn how they evolved in their careers, what habits and traits they believe made them successful, their goal setting processes, how they get through the hard times everyone faces and even some books to read and people they recommend following. After each interview, you'll find a challenge or action step based on an important takeaway from each interview.  These are designed to encourage you to build the habits to Be Like the Best on your journey to dominating in this profession. As a fitness professional, you're already making an impact in your clients, athletes and patients. This book will help you stand out in a crowded field and help guide you on the road to success. Go to BeLiketheBest.com for more info Thanks for Listening!

In this podcast episode, we chat with a previous guest to dive into the concept of enhancing mobility and strength through the innovative use of training sticks. We explore the origins of this idea and how Stick Mobility Training Sticks can benefit individuals across various fitness levels and goals!Discover how these training sticks elevate traditional mobility practices and gain insights into specific exercises and routines that trainers and coaches can implement to help clients achieve their fitness objectives!ISSA student/employee discount = ISSA20 for 20% off. Also, receive $100 off on Stick Mobility Education courses with code: ISSA100Links:Stick Mobility Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StickMobilityStick Mobility Website: https://stickmobility.com/collections/mobility-sticks/products/individual-sticks?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=pmax-individual-sticks&gclid=CjwKCAjw3oqoBhAjEiwA_UaLthfErviNQ2DFBdMj4cp88J0zDq9LV9ftaS2HoCdTaN_FmamkkH0YyhoC-VwQAvD_BwE

Ever thought about how a simple tool like a stick could transform your golf game? Elevate your skills as we traverse the innovative world of Stick Mobility. Joined by Lauren McMillin , a renowned yoga and pilates teacher at YoGolfPerformance.com, and Neil Valera, the co-founder of Stick Mobility, we unveil the magic of stick mobility and how it's benefited golfers across the globe. We reveal our personal journey and witness first-hand the impact it had on our swings, balance, and overall mobility.We journey beyond just enhancing your swings. We talk about how Stick Mobility can help us better understand our bodies and the instructions from our golf trainers. Lauren's yoga practice offers a fresh perspective, helping us gain a deeper understanding of our own bodies. From improving wrist mobility to building compensations for one-sided golf movements, we leave no stone unturned. Brace yourselves as we unravel how stick mobility strengthens golfers, enhancing their stability. We discuss the benefits of lighter weight exercises, single leg RDLs, Qi energy, the monkey hang, and the slap shot drill. We also peel back the layers on the critical role of breath awareness for performance. Tapping into the parasympathetic nervous system or evading injuries, stick mobility coupled with yoga and breathwork proves beneficial for all, not just golfers. Come connect with us on this enlightening journey of stick mobility.You can find Lauren easiest on Instagram @yogolf_performance and www.ygp.uscreen.io. Also, go to www.StickMobility.com to get the sticks. Make sure to put in a 10 percent off code at checkout. The code is D2581D3587F. 

Andrew Hannon and I sit down with Neal Valera, a San Jose-based health, strength, and mobility coach and the Co-Founder of Stick Mobility. Neal shares how their training sticks serve as a unique tool for athletes of all stripes to improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. It also allows athletes to gradually increase their strength in different positions, aiding in injury prevention and rehabilitation. The Mobility Stick is likewise a powerful tool that golfers can use to enhance performance through the improvement of their balance, grip, and strength. It helps in achieving a controlled range of motion that maximizes swing power, and in easing golfers into certain positions that they might initially find challenging. It also does wonders for joint mobility, making it easier for golfers to manage their wrist, elbow, and shoulder movements. In the latter half of our conversation, Neal and Andrew discuss the importance of strength and cardio training for those looking to up their golf game. They offer guidance around setting achievable weight loss goals, and debunks common misconceptions, especially among women, about weight training. About the Guest: Neal Valera has been coaching strength, mobility, and movement since 2007. His love for sports, martial arts, and outdoor activities have contributed to his lifelong interest in various movement disciplines. Having trained a wide range of body types and fitness levels, Neal believes the common denominator for health, longevity, and performance is improving movement quality. Neal co-founded Stick Mobility in 2015 and is dedicated to helping people discover their physical potential and improve their ability to move well. Connect with our Guests: Stick Mobility: Website | Instagram | YouTube *Use code TTGOLF for 10% off Neal Valera: Instagram Andrew Hannon: Instagram To download the Round Report Card, please visit: RoundReportCard.com. Subscribe to our FREE Female Golfer Facebook Group: First T Crew [Behind the Scenes of Women's Golf] Get in touch! Instagram: @tori_totlis TikTok: @tori_totlis YouTube: @tori.totlis Website: CompeteConfidenceGolf.com Be sure you are subscribed to our podcast to automatically receive the NEW episodes weekly!!!

Dennis Dunphy joins Jesse Grund for the first episode of the new iteration of the Living.Fit Show! Dennis is the one of the cofounders and creators of Stick Mobility. Jesse and Dennis discuss the creation of Stick Mobility, a modality revolutionizing the world of mobility, spreading from the NBA to Gym Chains near you, as well as concepts of mobility and application.

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about the benefits of training internal/external shoulder rotation and provide tips and tools for training internal and external shoulder rotation, and the importance of breath in mobility work.   In this podcast, we discuss: 00:00 - Horror Movies 04:11 - Sprinting every single day 07:21 - Achieving fitness goals without adherence to fitness dogma 09:36 - Marathon Des Sables 14:34 - How “play” shapes your life 21:22 - Internal / External shoulder rotation - Why is it important? 25:15 - Simple day-to-day shoulder mobility tips 28:10 - Sport specific shoulder mobility 31:18 - Opening shoulder rotational capacity 32:32 - Analyzing shoulder limitations 37:48 - Breathing patterns and Mobility 42:15 - Alligator breathing (corrective exercise) 44:10 - Nasal breathing More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about the benefits of training external hip rotation and provide tips and tools for training internal and external hip rotation outside and inside of the gym.   In this podcast, we discuss: 00:00 - Austin Texas BBQ 07:32 - Benefits good external hip rotation 16:30 - What is more important for golf — Internal or external hip rotation? 19:03 - Training external rotation for tight adductors? 29:14 - Simple tips and tools for training int/ext hip rotation 31:07 - External Rotation - Top 2 Exercises 34:30 - Non-gym training for int/ext hip rotation   More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches Help you understand why you want to train in internal hip rotation and why a little valgus knee activation, as long as you're controlling it, is okay.   In this podcast, we discuss: 01:00 - Internal hip rotation 05:50 - Favorite ways to train internal rotation 13:27 - Internal hip mobility regressions 15:36 - Con's of NOT having internal hip rotation 21:08 - Lateral movement & Power generation  32:43 - 90/90 Drill 35:08 - Knee Health  37:24 - Valgus knee activation   More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about expectations vs reality within the fitness industry.   In this podcast, we discuss: 01:35 - Cookies | Dough Dealerz 05:23 - Exp. Vs. Reality | Discipline 10:52 - Exp Vs. Reality | Performance 14:16 - Exp Vs. Reality | Patience 17:03 - Exp Vs. Reality | Nutrition 33:44 - Exp Vs. Reality | Mobility 38:35 - What does meeting expectations do for you?   More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about their top 5 favorite workouts and drills, which range from the legendary Palloff press to playing tag.    In this podcast, we discuss: 00:00 - Heatwaves & Hockey 07:58 - Ray        | #1 - Palloff Press 11:04 -  Neal      | #1 - Hill Sprints 14:40 - Dennis   | #1 Crawling 18:02 - Ray        | #2 - Carries 27:56 - Neal       | #2 - Weighted Hip Strengthening 29:41 - Dennis   | #2 - Carries (Wall ball crawls) 34:41 - Ray        | #3 - Landmine Drills 39:17 - Neal.      | #3 - The Muscle Snatch 42:22 - Dennis   | #3 - Tag 44:41 - Ray        | #4 - Squats 49:37 - Neal      | #4 - Pull Ups 57:05 - Dennis. | #4 - Walking Backwards 1:07:43 - Super bowl picks   More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/  

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about Elite athlete biomechanics, navigating social media as a trainer, trainer/coach misconceptions, and more!   In this podcast, we discuss: 00:00 - Sunday Shenanigans 04:44 - Elite Athlete and biomechanics training 10:13 - Training Type-A personality types 13:57 - Misconceptions about what personal trainers. 21:03 - Sharing knowledge as a trainer (Free vs. Paid) 25:21 - Strength training for beginners 27:40 - Talking about your profession (as a trainer) 33:03 - Nutrition Talk: Corn Syrup   More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about essential strength, aging & longevity, yielding vs. reactive strength, and more!   In this podcast, we discuss: 00:00 - Aging & Longevity 03:39 - Essential Strength - Micro Adjustments 08:13 - Neck training 12:14 - Different types of strength: Yielding vs Reactive 16:28 - Are we limited in our perspective of what strength training is? 18:20 - Train every type of strength.    More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about Coach Ray's most recent competitive lifting results, training ceilings, the relationship between performance and mental health, and more!   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - The Big 3 - Squat / Bench / Deads 00:49 - Weight Cutting 02:38 - Time & mindset between lifts 07:43 - After comp body fatigue 08:27 - Competition strategies 11:42 - Do athletes achieve their ceiling? 13:00 - Sumo Vs. Traditional deadlift 17:37 - Modern lifestyles and training 27:22 - Becoming elite (sacrifice) 31:28 - Training ceilings, performance, and mental health   More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Tune in to this week's podcast episode with Strength & Conditioning Coach and Author Karl Eagleman. Karl is a Movement and S&C Coach - Passionate about helping others improve their quality of life through fitness. He is also the creator and director of @whiteboard_daily; an Instagram health and wellness page that has garnered over 345k followers.  Karl via @Whiteboard_daily and his book provides quality coaching content through whiteboard drawings and movement demonstrations, which include post-movement sequences, coaching cues, techniques, and perspective. Career accolades: MS in Kinesiology / USAW L1 / CF-L2   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 06:39 - Writing a book / becoming an author 09:13 - Training Mindsets 12:52 - Training Cues / Triaging movement patterns 20:59 - Stick Mobility collaboration  22:07 - The importance of “play” in training and life 27:53 - Overassessing  31:09 - Expanding the whiteboard - cues and movement sequences 35:58 - Simplifying movements  41:20 - The Wordle Championships 42:28 - Advanced weight training program  48:23 - 2 key coaching perspectives   More from Karl: https://www.instagram.com/whiteboard_daily/ https://linktr.ee/whiteboard_daily

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about training and preparation for Competitive lifting competitions, the 2022 IDEA world expo, Cirque Du Soleil, and more!    In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - 2022 IDEA World Expo 04:52 - The Performers of 'Mad Apple' (Cirque Du Soleil) *Spoiler Alert* 20:19 - Competitive lifting: Intelligent Programming for Performance 25:59 - Competitive lifting: Program training volume 30:40 - PEDs 34:36 - Competitive Lifting: Dieting 39:43 - PR's (Squat / Bench / Deadlift) 43:32 - Power lifting suits 46:42 - 1,000lb Deadlifts & Bars   More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about Dennis Vs. the Altitude, training and psychological aspects of the hike, summiting Kilimanjaro, and more!    In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Mount Kilimanjaro 02:24 - Dennis vs The altitude 09:11 - Summiting Kilimanjaro 11:24 - The “Rest Step” 17:33 - Training for the climb 20:50 - Gear 22:09 - Appetite at 15k ft. 23:57 - Supplements for elevation 25:05 - Psychological state during the hike 30:20 - Movement perspectives in the fitness industry 48:10 - Travel and the shifting of perspectives 50:44 - The next adventure    More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about the disconnect within the fitness industry, Training goals: Perception vs. reality, relating to the general public as trainers, and more!    In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Is the fitness industry out of touch? 04:48 - Training goals: Perception Vs. Reality 12:44 - As Trainers: Relating to the general public Pt. 1 21:12 - Ramifications of the extraction of PE from schools 24:38 -  Environments: How they dictate who you become 30:06 - As Trainers: Relating to the general public Pt. 2   More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Within the vast realm of health, let alone the vast realm of fitness, there are SO many different modalities one can employ to ensure they are staying healthy, fit & mobile as they age. A common misnomer that I see society moving out of in the present day in a big way is the misnomer that the body “breaks down” as we age. In my experience, I have found that the famous saying “move it or lose it” is one of the best philosophies to embody if we wish to be active & mobile throughout the course of our lives & allow our lives to be ones which are thriving in nature, rather than ones in which we merely survive. This being said, with more information than ever currently available to us, what are some of the best ways to stay active, mobile & in that state of thriving? In my personal fitness & health journey, one of my best kept secrets is that of the company Stick Mobility, which focuses on the trifecta of strength, mobility & coordination all in one system & todays guest on the show is not only a stick mobility coach, a CHEK trained practitioner & a chiropractic assistant, but he is also someone who has gone through his fair share of challenges within these realms in order to come out the other side with invaluable information for each person listening on how easy it can be to supercharge your health, fitness & mobility in order to live the version of your life that is the greatest & grandest in nature. This week, on Episode 112 of The Highly Optimized Podcast, we talk with personal trainer, stick mobility coach, CHEK Practitioner, and Chiropractic Therapy Assistant Cameron Angus about:  (9:49) The Way of the Superior Man & not fitting into the corporate lifestyle.(20:05) Stick Mobility.(28:11) Learning new skills to fuel your passions.(37:52) Gym Mentality.(57:02) Knowing your “Why”.(1:07:22) Outro & One last question!Connect with Cameron on IG: @camangus68Thank you to our podcast sponsors!Freedom Builderz - https://www.freedombuilderz.com/Building profitable online programs FOR coaches using Kajabi so they can smoothly hit 10k months!https://www.highlyoptimized.me This episode was produced by Mazel Tov Media in Quincy, Massachusetts.https://www.mazeltm.com/highlyoptimized

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about Overtraining sports-specific movements, trainer communication, Adaptive client programming, and more!    In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Overtraining sport specific movements? 01:36 - Diversity of training 05:39 - Communication between athletes and trainers/coaches 10:48 - Communicating with parents and training young athletes 16:46 -  Training immediately after a game 25:08 - Adaptive client programming 29:16 - Pushing back against clients / encouraging recovery 33:54 - Top Gun G-Force (No Spoilers) 37:03 - Are race car drivers athletes? 41:11 - Training athletes for basic human function 52:08 - Competitive motivation 57:28 - Heavy bench spotting More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about old-time strong athletes, acrobats, strength specificity, and more!    In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Then & Now 07:34 - Social media and its perceptual effects 11:13 - Strength is a skill 14:28 - Avoiding Injuries 17:05 - Baseline training 18:01 - Acrobats (Strength Artists) 23:37 - Bite force/strength 29:46 - Strength specificity 38:45 - Training & mental health 48:00 - Coming back from injuries More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk contours, angles, velocities, and limb length in regards to squats and squat positioning.   In this podcast we discuss: 1:01 - Elevation 1:45 - Offset position / shifting weight 2:53 - Squat Volume vs. Squat Range of motion (opinion) 6:01 - Mobility for stronger squats? 7:50 - Squat velocity 10:15 - Limb length More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/raybaileycoaching/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/

Today on the show we have Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera. They are Co-Founders of Stick Mobility. They have gone deep in using a specific approach to training with isometric resistance and becoming ground breaking innovators in the field of self-care health with a focus on mobility. Stick Mobility is a training system that improves flexibility, strength, and coordination while teaching  clients how to mobilize their joints, actively stretch while incorporating powerful warm-ups and recovery techniques.  Instagram Dennis Dunphy Neal  Valera Stick Mobility Website - https://stickmobility.com/ Topics Discussed: Why Stick Mobility? What things do you look for in yourself or people you work with when it comes to lack of mobility? How have you seen lack of mobility affect the way people live life? Parents spend so much time going from one activity to the next, always say they don't have time, however, how can we incorporate Stick Mobility into our day or while we are on the go? With so many people not being able to move efficiently, how do you incorporate Stick Mobility into the way you interact and train with your clients? What is  today's golden nugget? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rizeout/message

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy, Neal Valera, and special guest host Ray Bailey. In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about everything row and pull-ups related, and finally, put the age-old question to rest and declare a winner -- ROWS VS PULL UPS!   In this podcast we discuss: Rows Vs Pullups 00:00 - Intro 04:06 - Hang to Pull 06:24 - Rope pull variations 08:09 - Op-ed: Choose 1 - Pull or Row Variation (for oneself and clients) 12:47 - Do heavy rows translate to pull up training? 17:25 - Pull-ups in a spontaneous play situation 19:33 - The power of Isometrics in a variety of positions 21:38 - Final Thoughts More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/

In this episode, Dan and Jenny interview Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera, Stick Mobility co-founders and uncover how Personal Trainers can best serve clients by optimizing their workouts for increased longevity.

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera! In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about building rapport with clients, referrals, and other interesting topics in the health and wellness space and beyond.   In this podcast we discuss: 01:58 - Giving a s@*t (developing trust) 07:22 - Moderation. 08:45 - Building rapport with clients 11:06 - Cutting ties with clients 15:59 - When clients confide in you 20:32 - Referrals  24:16 - Closing Thoughts for new trainers More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera! In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about setting realistic expectations, survival tips for new trainers, training like an athlete, and other interesting topics in the health and wellness space and beyond.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:34 - The disconnect between fitness industry and general population 06:00 - Setting realistic expectations 11:02 - Overcoming struggles with typical gym workouts  14:58 - Survival tips for new trainers 23:07 - Perceptions about health and fitness 26:51 - Playing with your kids 30:11 - Training like an athlete (general population) 37:06 - Trainer tips: finding time to train on your own 41:46 - Training methodology evolutions (from 25 to 45) 49:17 - The pursuit of your ceiling More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/

Check out this week's episode with Monica Boldt! As a fitness and health professional that has been in the industry for over a decade, Monica is always aiming for progress by constantly learning and educating to provide clients the best for their individual needs. Sustainable fitness throughout the decades is her goal, personally, and with those, she train.  Her background includes being a certified personal trainer, kettlebell specialist (Strong First Elite), Indian clubs coach, as well as a certified Stick Mobility coach.   Prevention is Monica's modus operandi.  Therefore, helping others to become more in-tune to their bodies and discovering their own protocols that serve their health is highly encouraged.  Through no-nonsense nutritional tools, she provides support and resources to bring awareness to eating patterns and food choices.  Lastly, building resilient bodies through movement patterns that incorporate mobility, dynamic flexibility, coordination and strength is her passionate approach to a holistic fitness lifestyle.    In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - 'Strong First Elite'  achievement 03:57 - Bent press — common mistakes and fixes using Stick Mobility 06:38 - Indian clubs 13:41 - Clubs for shoulder issues and wrist mobility 20:13 - Mace work and functional training 25:00 - The importance of play for a training mindset 29:02 - Training frequency and Stick Mobility work 30:59 - Hypermobility and static stretching 32:10 - Strengthening end ranges 36:33 - Upcoming Indian club workshop More from Monica: https://www.boldfittechnique.com/ https://www.somble.com/boldfittechnique https://www.instagram.com/boldfittechnique/  

In Part 3 of this month's Focus on #CrossFit, recorded as always LIVE on the Sports Therapy Association Facebook Page & YouTube channel, we focus on #Flexibility & #Mobility Training. Joining us, we welcome back Sports Therapist & Osteopath Sonia Fierro, who was also our guest in Part 2 of our CrossFit Focus, along with with Chiropractor Robert Crowley. Topics covered in this episode include: The difference between flexibility, mobility and stretching How do flexibility & mobility requirements in CrossFit compare to other activities? Different types of flexibility training: Active, Passive, Static, Dynamic. How much of a requirement is flexibility & mobility for CrossFit? The squat: potential mobility issues in ankles and hips.  How easy is it improve your Flexibility & Mobility? Using flexibility training to reduce flexibility & improve control, e.g. hypermobile athletes   How useful are online CrossFit apps? The advantages of the Stick Mobility training System  About Our Guests: Sonia Fierro is a qualified Osteopath & Sports Therapist. She has worked as part of the medical team of various elite sports - from GB Fencing, to GB Diving and Swimming and was part of the CrossFit Europe/Meridian Athlete Services team. Sonia is a nationally ranked Powerlifting athlete and holds the Italian Deadlift Record for the U57 category. Social Media Links: Sonia Fierro on Instagram: @sonia.recoverstronger Website: recoverstronger.co  Receive Course Updates from Sonia Fierro A huge thanks to Sonia for giving up her time to once again join us! NEXT WEEK! We are thrilled to announce that in the final instalment of our Focus on CrossFit next week on Tuesday, January 25th at 8pm (UK time), our special guest will be none other than Michaela Breeze MBE! Michaela Breeze is the most decorated British female weightlifter ever, representing Great Britain at two separate Olympics, 6 commonwealth medals over 4 games and a wealth of other international appearances! Recovering from a broken back, she continued to fight through injury to set 2 British records, culminating in an MBE in recognition of her contribution to the sport of Weightlifting. Michaela is also a commentator for the Olympic Broadcasting Services (BBC, CBC and NBC) for Olympic Weightlifting.  Join us LIVE next Tuesday via either our YouTube channel or Facebook Page. Please Support Our Podcast! If you appreciate what we do, please take a couple of minutes to leave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. It really does make all the difference in helping us reach out to a larger audience. iPhone users you can do this from your phone, Android users you will need to do it from iTunes. All episodes are streamed live to our YouTube channel and remember all soft tissue therapists (non members included) are welcome to join us for the LIVE recording on Tuesdays at 8pm (UK time) on the Sports Therapy Association Facebook Page Questions? Email: matt@thesta.co.uk

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera! In this week's podcast, the coaches talk about working with clients with previous injuries, accounting for limb length when considering ranges of motion, social media influencers, and other interesting topics in the health and wellness space and beyond.   In this podcast we discuss: 01:51 - Limb lengths and appendages regarding proper form 04:47 - Working with clients with previous injuries 09:22 - Strength and Mobility “influencers” 11:08 - Ranges of motion | Contortion, mobility, and body types 19:09 - Closing thoughts More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Stick Mobility Founders Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera! In this week's podcast, the coaches re-cap on previous guests, touch upon the prevalence of injuries seen in professional sports, training mindsets, and many other interesting topics in the health and wellness space and beyond.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:12 - The prevalence of Injuries in professional sports 10:00 - Re-cap of previous guests 11:00 - Body mass and its effect on mobility 16:08 - Sports and young children 19:17 - NFL tackles 21:35 - Mind-games in the sports arena 25:10 - Athletic recovery 30:12 - Training with chronic injuries 38:00 - Long term mindsets 43:39 - Focusing on the breath / Nasal Breathing 47:36 - Rock Climbing & Mobility 57:56 - Non-exercise forms of training (dancing) More from Stick Mobility: https://stickmobility.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nvstrength/ https://www.instagram.com/diamondphysiquesj/

Check out this week's podcast episode with Chris DiVecchio! Chris brings an innovative approach to health and fitness with a unique blend of self-development transformation training. With over 20 years of experience, DiVecchio has trained everyone from athletes to models to people just trying to find time to fit in a workout. The majority of his clientele consists of high-level executives who have spent their lives building their wealth and success at the expense of their health and wellness and are now truly dedicated to balancing both. DiVecchio has made media headlines such as Good Morning America, The New York Post, Men's Health, and Men's Fitness for helping his client win the largest weight loss prop bet to date of $1.2 million dollars. He has also been featured on KTLA Morning News to talk about his book The 5x2 Method Revealing the Power of Your Senses.  Chris is also the creator of the "Mobility Wall" which has been heralded as "the future of foam rolling," due to its upright position making it easy for you to target the most effective areas of your body without the hassle of getting on the ground.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 01:59 - The Mobility Wall 08:21 - Versions of Mobility Wall 09:21 - Mobility Wall in professional athletics 11:23 - Soft tissue release / foam rolling 16:49 - Movement prep for better performance 21:32 - Post-chore active stretching 27:45 - Bodybuilding and mobility 35:11 - Ice hockey and mobility 38:51 - Asymmetry in sports 42:43 - Stick Mobility sport applications 44:39 - NCAA Hockey 47:13 - Upcoming projects More from Chris: https://www.instagram.com/mobility_wall/ https://www.chrisdivecchio.com/ https://mobilitywall.com/ 

This week's podcast episode features "Kettlebell OG" Steve Cotter! For more than 30 years, Steve has promoted body-mind fitness around the world through martial arts, qigong, mobility, flexibility, kettlebell training, and via IKFF educational courses. He has worked tirelessly to share the power of kettlebells. His efforts to teach his art form have globally impacted the growth and popularity of kettlebell training. His physical features of power led him to be named by Men's Health magazine as one of the Top 100 Fittest Men of All-Time, yet it is his clear communication and ability to break down the complex that has brought him global recognition as a fitness educator who leads hands-on training to thousands of fitness professionals in over 60 nations. Steve also wrote the book on Kettlebell Training and created the Encyclopedia of Kettlebell Training DVD series which provided the foundational instruction for countless trainers who learned how to use kettlebells through his teachings. More than anything, Steve loves to teach and share his unique experience to promote health, happiness, and longevity through fitness.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 04:14 - The evolution of unconventional fitness    12:03 - Jiu Jitsu 13:08 - Creating a training balance as we age 16:40 - Training principles for the younger generation 19:40 - Being fit yet unhealthy 22:50 - Self-discipline: the father of all mental faculties 23:56 - The importance of the breath 23:53 - The greatest attribute of Kettlebell training 29:12 - Training philosophies: martial arts vs westernized sports programs 34:37 - Spinal engine drive and the skeletal core 39:09 - The future of exercise science 45:54 - Stick Mobility: “an innovation to study” 48:12 - What does flexibility really mean? 52:10 - Our body the supercomputer 58:38 - Upcoming projects   More from Steve: https://www.instagram.com/stevecotter_ikff/ https://www.facebook.com/ikffofficial/ http://ikff.net/steve-cotter/  

Check out this week's podcast episode featuring Al Painter! With over 20 years of experience within the fitness industry, Al is very well versed in how to train people to move with more strength, control, and power.  Al specializes in training​ super busy parents, cyclists, runners, swimmers, and the culmination of the three, triathletes. He also raced mountain bikes from 2006-2012 so he is intimately familiar with how endurance athletes break and more importantly, how to build the strength to keep that from happening so they can set more PRs training rather than more PT appointments from getting hurt.  Some of Al's accolades include the NASM (CPT, PES, CES), AFPA Triathlete injury prevention, Stick Mobility certified coach, and he also authored the strength training chapter for the first version of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) Coach's Training Manual.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 01:56 - Common issues for new cyclists 05:40 - Trainer tips for unlocking hips and firing the glutes 10:01 - Single leg deadlifts for cyclists 10:44 - Cycling shoes and toe articulation 14:03 - Injuries: Difference between road and mountain bikers? 15:33 - Recreational road cyclists - Clips or no clips? 19:50 - Exercises for cyclists to avoid 26:56 -The Janda sit-up - One of the best core exercises for cyclist 29:23 - Strength training: Pre or post cycling? 34:32 - Power to weight ratio 35:38 - Breathing 39:49 - Heart rate monitors for recreational cyclists? 41:43 - Indoor cycling and its effects on outdoor rider growth 45:44 - Numbness in hands while biking 47:18 - Cycling benefits from grip training? 50:02 - Downhill mountain bike racing 54:06 - Current projects 56:43 - #Leastmode - The minimum effective dose More from Al: https://www.integratefitness.com/ www.instagram.com/doyouintegrate/  

This week's podcast episode features Morgan Anderson Raynor. Morgan has positioned herself as an elite coach working with clients of all ages and backgrounds with a specialization in strength and movement. She is a CPT, Animal flow regional leader, Stick Mobility instructor, StrongFirst SFG Kettlebell Instructor, and professional dancer/performative artist. Morgan is a freelance performer with a passion for multidisciplinary collaboration, choreography, and teaching. Her approach for both performance and training is based on initiation of and reaction to movement and surroundings. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) focused in Dance Performance form Purchase College, SUNY.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 05:38 - Dancing at the age of 4 08:12 - Differences between tap, ballet, and modern dance 10:16 - Where should children begin their dance journey? 12:22 - Strength training for dance 19:06 - Yoga  21:03 - The challenges of dancing professionally 27:09 - Personal training education from a dancer's perspective 31:02 - Training philosophy 38:19 - StrongFirst Iron Maiden Challenge 40:57 - Breathwork in dance 45:10 - Current projects   More from Morgan: https://www.instagram.com/bodyarticulate/ 

In this episode I talk with @trainwithtarac: about How did she get into fitness and health -What benefits does she get from Pilates -how does she train -Stickmobility coach how does it work for her -TRX workouts what does she ike about them -tips and advices for people Follow me for on Instagram:https://instagram.com/taekwondoartist?igshid=12mr9bnqwl0zz Follow Tara on Instagram:https://instagram.com/trainwithtarac?igshid=fwn53git1wbi check out her website: https://www.trainwithtarac.com/

Check out this week's podcast episode featuring Blake Gourley. With a Masters Degree in Sports Performance, 12+ years of experience in competitive rowing, 10+ professional certifications, and several published articles under his belt, Blake's goal is to help as many rowers as possible.  For the past 12+ years, he has been working with clients ranging from high-performing athletes with no limitations to clients transitioning out of injury. He strongly believes that no matter where you are currently, there’s always a way to improve. You aren’t broken. Blake has held internships with Stanford Sports Performance and Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning (voted the #1 gym in the USA). He spent 9 years coaching high school rowing and was the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Santa Clara University Men's Crew Team for 2 years. He is currently the Injury & Performance Management Consultant for the Los Gatos Rowing Club, and a board member & associate professor for the Personal Training Certificate Program at West Valley College.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 02:59 - Competitive rowers - A growing demographic 05:30 - Rowing applications - Sculling and Sweep 08:48 - Programming for rowing clients 12:04 - Stick Mobility for improving rowing pelvic positioning and stroke 13:59 - Rowing - much more than an upper-body exercise. 15:08 - Measuring leg strength as a performance indicator 16:56 - Coordination 19:28 - Grip strength and rowing technique 26:15 - Tips and advice for beginner gym rowers 28:28 - Proper rowing back positioning  29:22 - Foot sequencing for efficient rowing 31:06 - Recommended strokes per minute ranges 32:48 - Breathing patterns and bracing 35:32 - Testing anaerobic capacity on a rower 36:32 - End range rowing mechanics 37:49 - Current projects 38:57 - Recovery   More from Blake: https://www.instagram.com/rowing_strength/ https://www.rowingstrength.com/ https://scienceofrowing.com 

Tune in to this week's podcast episode featuring Ian Vaughn. Coach Vaughn is from Palmdale, California. He is based at Viking Valhalla Training Center and provides professional one on one training for any goal. He has traveled all around the world learning from the best minds in the fitness industry and preaches his own craft before he teaches it. He’s a certified fitness and nutrition coach, StrongFirst Kettlebell instructor (SFGII), Flexible Steel, Stick Mobility, and is a steel mace & club specialist. Coach Vaughn utilizes unconventional training modalities which sync into a singular system that brings a new sense of awareness of how to move better, get stronger and more resilient in your life endeavors. He’s now published four ebook programs and a paperback book for steel mace training to better educate people around the world.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Fire fighter training 02:44 - Kettlebells and Strong First Certification 04:28 - Body leveraging, power, and torque 06:02 - Moving with load for aesthetics 11:28 - Teaching the kettlebell swing 14:38 - Ian’s books and their target demographics 18:09 - Training approaches during the pandemic 19:15 - Training clients with Parkinson’s 21:50 - Farmer carries and grip strength 26:10 - Squat variations and their efficacy 34:54 - Stick Mobility single leg system 36:59 - Box gyms   More from Ian: https://www.instagram.com/coach_vikingvaughn/ ttps://www.coachvaughn.net/  

Check out this week's podcast episode featuring Ryan Glatt. Ryan is a psychometrist and brain health coach at the Brain Health Center at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute. With a strong background in exercise science and human health, he coaches individuals towards optimal brain health. Ryan develops curricula specifically targeted towards those with dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), and traumatic brain injury. He focuses his practice and research towards slowing cognitive decline for those with cognitive complaint and those who want to prevent neurodegenerative conditions. Ryan also develops programs for the health and fitness industry on health and neuroscience. He actively consults for brain-based technology companies like SMARTFit. He has completed brain health programs from the Amen Clinics, the NeuroCoaching Institute, the Neuroscience Academy, the NeuroLeadership Institute, Neuroscience for Coaches, and others on the topics of brain health, sleep, and mindfulness. Recently, Ryan has released the Brain Health Trainer course, which is the first comprehensive course to be released on the topic of brain health and exercise.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 10:45 - Training brain health across age demographics 13:02 - Exercise and brain health benefits 17:47 - The FITT principal 20:15 - The goals of brain training 26:00 - Exercise prescriptions 30:58 - Rock climbing - The single best training modality for the brain? 34:41 - The removal of recess in schools and child cognition 39:55 - Cross lateralization movements 43:03 - Intentional understanding of movement training 48:09 - Stick Mobility and the Optimal Theory of Motor Learning 49:53 - Stick Mobility for brain health   More from Ryan: https://www.instagram.com/glatt.brainhealth/ https://www.brainhealthtrainer.com  https://www.acefitness.org 

This week’s podcast episode features Jeff Barton. Jeff is an Iowa native coach, gym owner (Surefire Fitness), and former touring rock star with the band ‘38th parallel.’ He has several years of fitness experience and a specialization in movement. He utilizes “play” as a primary training modality. His mission is to create a community excited about exercise again by moving well, training smart, and playing more. Some of Jeffs accolades include a BS in Kinesiology and Health, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, MovNat Level 1, and FMS Level 2.   In this podcast we discuss: 00:00 - Intro 04:37 - Interweaving play and traditional training 05:12 - Gamifying strength 08:00 - The developmental concept of 'Neoteny' 11:30 - The differences between play and sport 12:50 - "Play" programming objectives 13:58 - Working with older demographics 14:39 - The Surefire Fitness Gym 19:44 - Modifying game strategies post-pandemic 24:40 - Creative game education for  trainers 26:05 - Maintaining an open mind as a fitness professional 29:20 - Stick Mobility in the Mid-West   More from Jeff: https://www.instagram.com/jeff.blue.tape/ http://www.surefire-fitness.com/

This week's podcast episode features Justin Kerley. With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Justin has positioned himself as a top-tier trainer in the industry working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. He has a specialization in strength and mobility and is a former professional wrestler who has gone toe to toe with the likes of 'The Big Show' on national television.Justin is also a proud gym owner at 'Kerley's Fitness' which operates out of Fort Collins, Colorado. He has certifications in NASM CPT, USAW Barbell Lifting, Stick Mobility, Functional Range Conditioning, and more. He is also a group fitness instructor and Olympic lifting coach.   In this podcast we discuss:00:00 - Intro04:00 - Training for professional wrestling07:12 - A week in the life of a pro wrestler10:54 - Mobility and the art of Jiu-Jitsu13:20 -  Client discomfort with training from the floor17:25 - Moving from California to Colorado and opening a gym23:22 - Industry observations a year into the pandemic26:40 - The surprising costs of opening a new facility30:43 - Adapting and developing as a gym owner and new father36:19 - Dream jobs39:21 - Broadcast censorship42:30 - Looking back on a professional wrestling career45:22 - Unconventional training and play53:57 - Superheroes and comic books More from Justin:https://www.instagram.com/kerleysfitness/https://www.facebook.com/KerleysFitnesshttps://www.kerleysfitness.com 

This episode sheds light on a training tool and training concepts that can make a tremendous difference in your ability to perform in a Spartan Race, as a runner and an athlete in common.  I speak a lot about the role that stability and mobility plays in athleticism because in the absence thereof, there is only injuries.  Full disclosure I am not sponsored by or paid to introduce these concepts or products on my show.  I personally believe this is a tool that can truly make a difference if you follow the education they provide.  I have invited Dennis Dumphy the cofounder of stickmobility on to share this info with you.

Interview with the Co-Founder of Stick Mobility. This episode sheds light on a training tool and training concepts that can make a tremendous difference in your ability to perform in a Spartan Race, as a runner and an athlete in common.  I speak a lot about the role that stability and mobility plays in athleticism…Read more →

Interview with the Co-Founder of Stick Mobility. This episode sheds light on a training tool and training concepts that can make a tremendous difference in your ability to perform in a Spartan Race, as a runner and an athlete in common.  I speak a lot about the role that stability and mobility plays in athleticism…Read more →