Approximately 80% of the US population will experience low back pain at some point. The bad news is low back pain can be quite debilitating. The good news is low back pain can also often can be managed in a successful fashion. Join Brett and Mike as they share their personal struggles with low back … Read More
In this Minimum Effective Dose Podcast Episode, Brett and Mike talk about a reality of working as a personal trainer – everyone’s got something. What we mean is that everyone you meet will have their own baggage. In the real world, rarely do people come through the doors without tweaks, twinges and musculoskeletal based injuries. … Read More
In this episode, Brett and Mike compare two significantly different training styles, structured training versus unstructured training. Please don’t hear what we’re not saying. We aren’t talking about doing a bunch of random exercises. We are talking about following a structured training program in a near perfect fashion versus having a bit more freedom and … Read More
In this episode, hosts Mike Perry and Brett Jones, talk about the importance of a mentor. Mentors are positive role models who come in many different forms including teachers, friends, coaches, family members, and more. Mentors take you under their wing(s) to help you grow and develop in areas like business, athletics, coaching, relationships and every … Read More
If you’re listening to this chances are you’re interested in learning how to be {more} successful as a personal trainer and/or strength coach. With over 45 years of combined experience, Brett and Mike have seen and experienced just about everything you can imagine working with clients in the fitness industry. Sure, they’ve made their fair … Read More
In episode 18 of the Minimum Effective Dose Podcast, Brett and Mike discuss consistency and motivation. It’s no secret that consistency yields the best results, but how can you stay motivated to be consistent when life gets tough or challenging? Everyone is different and each person responds to challenges and adversity in a different fashion. In … Read More
In episode 17, Brett and Mike discuss all things mobility and flexibility. The Minimum Effective Dose hosts go over: Proper application The differences between the two – mobility and flexibility What mobility and flexibility look like in real life If you are looking to gain valuable information on how two veteran strength and conditioning coaches discuss … Read More
In episode 16, Brett and Mike talk about whether foam rolling and self massage are a waste of time. Tune in to hear more about soft tissue management, foam rolling and self massage. The MED crew talks about: The art and science of self massage What foam rolling and self massage can and can not … Read More
In episode 15, a tale of two kettlebell journeys, Brett and Mike talk about their experiences with kettlebell training. Both coaches share how they got started, how their kettlebell journeys have evolved and where they are now. Mike and Brett also give you some valuable insight on coaching, professional development and more. One of the … Read More
In episode 14, Brett and Mike talk about each of their individual cancer journeys. You’ll hear their stories starting from diagnosis to beating cancer. They discuss the challenges of surgery, radiation and chemotherapy and how these treatments impacted their daily lives. And, you better believe, the MED duo will also talk about how they handled their … Read More