Should we lift overhead? Tune in for an in-depth discussion on overhead mobility and our opinions on if we (and our clients) should lift overhead… and why. This episode is all about overhead lifting and we discuss topics such as: How neurology plays a role in posture Why posture is actually an adaptation The importance … Read More
Aging is inevitable, but that doesn’t mean we cannot live a long and healthy life. If you’ve ever wondered about training and aging… it’s a process. There are various aspects to consider when discussing the aging process. In this episode we talk about appropriate strength and conditioning when it comes to training and aging. The … Read More
We’re revisiting Prilepin’s Chart in this episode all about the science of strength training. We are going to talk about sets, reps and percentages using Prilepin’s Chart which has been a staple in the world of strength training for decades. Brett and Mike cover topics including: Percentage based lifting Sets and rep schemes Real life … Read More
This episode is all about those aha moments – the game changing moments in our careers. You know the ones I’m talking about. Someone says something in a conversation or shares a new way of doing something that resonates deeply or you attend a course where you completely change the way you look at the … Read More
What makes you an expert? We’re switching things up today and you’ll get to hear some interesting insight on what both Brett and Mike believe makes you an expert in something. Sure, we know there are the basics, such as having a high degree of skill or being someone who is sought out in their … Read More
Here we go again. It’s time to answer the biggest and baddest training questions from listeners – you! As always, thanks for tuning in to the Minimum Effective Dose Podcast. We love hearing from you and appreciate your comments, questions and feedback so we can better help you improve as a coach. It’s fun to … Read More
It’s easy to get stuck in a silo as a coach – to become the kettlebell guy or the barbell gal. In this episode we talk about how to combine training modalities to help get your clients better results. Blending modalities, the art and science of creating a training program via combining and implementing exercises … Read More
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
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
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