Tune into this episode to get an inside look at the truth about strength and conditioning research. Today’s guest, Antonio Squillante, is a brilliant coach and researcher. He gives us an absolute masterclass on how research works in the world of strength and conditioning. If you are a coach who’s trying to understand how strength … Read More
One of the most common questions we get asked when it comes to programming is how to blend kettlebell training with barbell training. If you’re programming kettlebell and barbell work for your clients (or yourself), this is a must-listen episode for you. There are several different ways to approach utilizing both of these training modalities in order … Read More
So you just finished an amazing course or certification. Great! Now you need to figure out how to apply your new skills with your clients. In this episode, Brett and Mike give some simple and effective tips and advice on how to take the new information you learn from a certification or workshop and apply … Read More
In this episode of the MED podcast, Brett and Mike discuss the importance of professional development. The hosts discuss their educational backgrounds and important lessons they’ve learned about continual improvement. Plus they’ll give you some great tactical advice on how to develop both personally and professionally. If you feel stuck in your current journey as a … Read More
There are variety of strategies you can use when it comes to training for hypertrophy – building muscle. When you ask a coach the best way to build lean muscle, kettlebell training is usually not a top preferred method. Thinking kettlebell training for hypertrophy won’t work probably has to do with misapplication, bro science and … Read More
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 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
“The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty.” -Winston Churchill The muscles that make up your core spread throughout your trunk including the abdominals, obliques, and low back. People often associate the phrase “core training” with isolation type exercises that merely focus on the abdominals, such as high volume … 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