In this episode of the Minimum Effective Dose, we’re dissecting the pull-up. Mike and Brett discuss various topics surrounding the pull-up such as: Biomechanics Functional anatomy Progressions and regressions Strategies for group training and personal training Programming considerations If you are a huge fan of pull-ups (and want more movie quotes) don’t miss this episode! … Read More
In this episode, we dive into the 1 arm push-up and the 1 arm /1 leg push-up exercises. The 1 arm push-up variation is a fantastic demonstration of total body tension and upper body strength. This is not one of those exercises you can dive right into. These bodyweight exercises require strength, coordination, determination and … Read More
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 … Read More
This past year, 2022, was an incredible year for the Minimum Effective Dose podcast. My good friend, Brett joined the podcast as a co-host and I could not be happier with how season 2 went. We had a chance to share about our cancer journeys, overused movie quotes, had some laughs and talked tons of … Read More
In this episode we explore the principles and strategies for some of the more non-traditional programming styles. Mike and Brett discuss: Ascending ladders Descending ladders Strength aerobics Volume Density Work-to-rest ratios And much more! There are endless training methodologies that will yield positive results. It’s excellent, but can be confusing. Working with too many moving … Read More
Many strength coaches and sports coaches have missed the boat on the idea that power development is very different than conditioning. Let’s emphasize that. Power development is not conditioning. Simply put, power is strength strength applied quickly. In this episode Brett and Mike discuss: The do’s and don’ts of power development Programming strategies for power development … Read More
Mike and Brett discuss recent projects they’ve been working on outside of the Minimum Effective Dose podcast. These 2 resources can help you set yourself apart from other strength and conditioning coaches. If you’re a fitness professional looking to build your career in strength and conditioning, tune in and check out the details linked below. … Read More
Before I begin, remember I’m as guilty as charged. I’ve made these mistakes and I know better. We are failing our youth athletes and I’m part of the problem. I wrote this to share my thoughts on how we can do better as parents and coaches… and also to remind myself to to stop being … Read More
This episode is part one of a two-part series on the Turkish Get Up. If you’re interested in digging deeper into the Turkish Get Up to learn more for your own training purposes or to help you better coach your clients, don’t miss this one. The MED duo, Brett and Mike, discuss everything from… Teaching … Read More
You already know we love kettlebell training. In this episode, we discuss the finer details of the kettlebell clean and snatch. These two kettlebell exercises are fundamental kettlebell skills. Just about everyone can benefit from including cleans and snatches into a training routine. Whether you are a seasoned professional looking for optimal coaching points or … Read More