In this episode, we talk about timing the hinge, plus all things hinging – specifically folding, timing, and force. We also go over why tempo and speed matter for power and athletic development. Brett and Mike have taught thousands of people how to hip hinge in all types of environments. They have taught clients to … Read More
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Training Questions from the Mail Bag
In this episode, we’re trying something completely new and we’re calling it training questions from the mail bag. A lot of our listeners are active on the Strongfirst forum and we reached out to find out what questions coaches have on all things training related. In this episode, we answer questions from you – our … Read More
Programming for the Snatch Test
In this episode we’re talk about programming for the snatch test. We revisit old programs and offer new insight. If you aren’t familiar with the snatch test, it’s very simple – not easy. The goal of the snatch test is to perform 100 kettlebell snatches in five minutes or less. The weight of the kettlebell … Read More
Let the Weight Become the Teacher
Sometimes the best way to learn is to let the weight become the teacher. Don’t worry – we aren’t saying you should take a brand new weight lifter, throw a barbell on their back and see how it goes. (And, yes, we have heard of coaches who do that!) So what’s the best way to … Read More
Programming the TGU, Windmill and Bent Press
In this episode we dive pretty darn deep into programming the TGU, Windmill and Bent Press exercises. The Turkish Get Up (TGU), Windmill and Bent Press exercises can be incredibly impactful when applied and programmed correctly. Unfortunately, most people, even coaches, don’t know how to fit all the pieces together properly. Brett and Mike discuss … Read More
Kettlebell Ballistics
The following exercises are all part of the kettlebell ballistics family. Cleans Swings Snatches Jerks No stone is left unturned in this episode, the MED team goes over the intricacies of all things kettlebell ballistics. Mike and Brett discuss programming, load management, technique, and so much more. The combination of ballistic and grind lifts, done … Read More
The Beast Tamer and Iron Maiden Challenge
This episode is all about the Beast Tamer and Iron Maiden challenge. If you are not familiar with this challenge, here’s a link to StrongFirst to learn more. The three events are a strict military press, a strict tactical pullup, and a pistol. Men lift a 48kg kettlebell to become Beast Tamers. Women earn their Iron Maiden … Read More
The Kettlebell Windmill
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
A Deeper Look into Minimalistic Training
This episode is all about minimalistic training. The MED team discusses various topics around minimalistic training such as: Program design The beauty of simplicity Time management Lifestyle and recreational activities How to integrate barbell, kettlebell and and bodyweight training into your training regimen As always, there are movie quotes, shenanigans and plenty of laughs and … Read More
The Kettlebell Clean and Press
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