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How to Design a Program Using Guidelines, Governors and Guard Rails – Episode 49

In this episode, Brett and Mike discuss how to design a program using guidelines, governors, and guard rails.
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Amanda Perry
February 28, 2023
How to Design a Program Using Guidelines, Governors and Guard Rails – Episode 49

Amanda Perry

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February 28, 2023

In this episode, Brett and Mike discuss how to design a program using guidelines, governors, and guard rails.

The MED duo also discusses various topics such as:

  • The importance of client/coach communication
  • How to design a program that yields results and is also easy for your clients to understand
  • Repetitions on Reserve (RIR)
  • Perceived Rate of Exertion (PRE)
  • Linear periodization

Regardless of what type of exercises and program you choose for each individual (or group), the ability to communicate effectively is vital to the success of your clients and athletes.

If you are wondering how to design better programs and want to learn to communicate in ways that help your clients and athletes get better results, this episode is for you.

Welcome to season 3 of the MED podcast with Mike Perry and co-host, Brett Jones.

This season, join Brett Jones, StrongFirst Director of Education and Functional Movement Systems Advisory Board member, and Mike Perry, co-owner of Skill of Strength, Lead instructor at Functional Movement Systems and Senior SFG at Strongfirst, as they share their life experiences and insight on all things health and fitness related.

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