Where’s the cardio? Iron Cardio Explained.

By Mike PerryCoaching, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

This episode is all about Iron Cardio. Brett and Mike dig deep into this style of training and cover topics including: Physiological adaptations of iron cardio Physiological adaptations of traditional cardiovascular exercise  The difference between iron cardio and traditional cardiovascular exercise  Programming options Pros and potential cons How to categorize upper body, lower body and/or … Read More

The Kettlebell Windmill

By Mike PerryGoal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Mobility, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

Today’s Minimum Effective Dose episode is all about the kettlebell windmill exercise. In this episode we discuss all things related to the windmill including: Movement prerequisites  Hip anatomy and how it plays a role in performing the windmill Tips to find your stance  Teaching progressions Coaching cues Programming considerations  And so much more! If you’ve … Read More

The Kettlebell Clean and Press

By Amanda PerryConditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

In this episode of the Minimum Effective Dose podcast, Mike and Brett dig deep into the kettlebell clean and press. In this episode, the team discusses various topics related to the clean and press such as: Shoulder mobility Scapular mechanics The importance of the thoracic spine, when pressing overhead How different shoulder anatomy impacts pressing … Read More

Diving Deep into the Pistol Squat – Episode 50

By Amanda PerryCoaching, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Mobility, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

In this episode of The Minimum Effective Dose podcast we are diving deep into the pistol squat. Brett and Mike talk all things pistol squats and cover topics including: Movement prerequisites for pistol squats Programming considerations Coaching cues Progressions Low back health Tension and core function And so much more! If you are looking to … Read More

Muscle Confusion and Energy System Development – Episode 48

By Mike PerryConditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Mobility, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

Brett and Mike discuss the science behind muscle confusion and energy system development. Just kidding, muscle confusion isn’t a real thing! But energy system development sure is. In this episode, we talk about… Energy System Development Alactic and aerobic training protocols On-the-minute training … and much more. We also give you some guidelines on how … Read More

Principles and Strategies for Non-Traditional Programming – Episode 44

By Amanda PerryConditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

In this episode we explore the principles and strategies for some of the more non-traditional programming styles. Mike and Brett discuss: Ascending ladders Descending ladders Strength aerobics Volume Density Work-to-rest ratios And much more! There are endless training methodologies that will yield positive results. It’s excellent, but can be confusing. Working with too many moving … Read More

Kettlebell Ballistics – Episode 43

By Amanda PerryCoaching, Conditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

One of the most common questions we get when it comes to training with kettlebells is about what size kettlebell to use. Quite often we see students going too heavy with kettlebell ballistics (e.g. clean, snatch, swing, jerk). Ballistic exercises are more dynamic than grinds (e.g squat, row, TGU, windmill) and work on the power … Read More

Power Development – Episode 42

By Amanda PerryConditioning, Goal Setting, Sports Performance, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

Many strength coaches and sports coaches have missed the boat on the idea that power development is very different than conditioning. Let’s emphasize that. Power development is not conditioning. Simply put, power is strength strength applied quickly. In this episode Brett and Mike discuss: The do’s and don’ts of power development Programming strategies for power development … Read More

The Importance of Tension and Relaxation

By Mike PerryCoaching, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

The most efficient athletes in the world can demonstrate an elegant balance of tension and relaxation. We see this skill represented in strength training, calisthenics, and several field and court sports. Some people balance tension and relaxation naturally, while others have to work at it. Regardless of where you are in your athletic journey, learning how … Read More