Between Two Lines: Performance, Life and Everything in Between

In this episode, we had the pleasure of talking to Alex Effer, an Exercise Physiologist, Strength & Conditioning Coach and Online Educator from Toronto, Canada. Alex is an absolute wizard when it comes to understanding human movement and has created systems which allow him to break down and then solve complex injuries and pain presentations. He also runs his own mentorship online and is very, very highly regarded in the field of performance and rehab. More importantly though, he's such a genuine and nice dude, so it was a pleasure chatting with him. In this podcast, we discuss: Alex's background (education and experiences) which led him to his current position Understanding systems and how they work in the human body, when it comes to movement How individuals compensate as a result of lack of movement ability, based on the assessment What you should be seeing and measuring in a 1 Rep Max and the differences between a 1RM and bodyweight movement How to prescribe "homework" for clients The go-to's first steps to help people to move better Teaching people how to sit, stand and walk properly so that they move better for good Using gait as an assessment tool How to use particular exercises to educate and provide awareness to our clients How you can use joint and body part positions to guide your understanding of movement abilities How the big toe relates directly to the hip and how you can use this to guide your intervention How a forward-shifted pelvis can create a host of movement limitations and compensations throughout the body The relationship between old injuries and current movement discomfort Understanding bunions and first toe problems and why this happens How driving your client's centre of gravity backwards can improve their mobility in numerous ways Alex's bucket list and things he'd like to tick off it Where you can find Alex Effer and learn from him. Link to Alex Effer's website: https://www.resilientedu.com/ Evolve 8-week mentorship: https://www.resilientedu.com/evolve.

In this episode, Ash has a great chat with friend and Movement Coach Laura Gould. The two discuss a range of topics, from utilising movement to enhance the Mind-Body connection, to becoming more aware during your training and so much more. It was awesome to have Laura on the pod to share her systems and beliefs around not just movement, but also becoming more whole as a human. Introduction to who Laura is as a Coach (Mind & Body Connection utilising Movement)  Body Piercings & their impact on Chronic Stress/Tension in the body Strong fit (Internal & External Torque)  Becoming more aware/present in your training  Swimming & Allergic Reactions relieved from accessing the Internal Torque chain & being fully present  Mindfulness during & after training Sandbag training & its benefits for learning to not use your back muscles  Changing your outlook & having a healthy relationship with training  Emotional Mapping & Changing Training modalities to match the individuals emotional states Importance of finding a win & having an intention for every workout Lauras plans to release a generic program to help people

In this episode we discuss the things you were never taught at University. Ash and I deliberately didn't plan or prep for this, as we wanted this to be organic and off-the-cuff. And exactly for that reason, it was a great chat as we broke done a bunch of different things which are super important to us, yet were never taught at Uni. In this episode, we discuss: Misconceptions about what allied health is and what allied health is worth (from a monetary perspective) Underestimating being self-employed (client cancellations, annual leave, taxes) Session rates being proportionate and perceived client value The human side of working with clients: how we communicate and try to understand our clients Learning how to deal with and solve problems The importance of understanding socioeconomics and how that influences our businesses Charging what you are worth vs. what you think you are worth Marketing your products and business Being a digital company Why people need to know about your product Why it is so damn important to continually educate and upskill yourself It’s not what you know, it’s who you know The difference between doing courses to upskill vs. to feel better Networking and why connecting is a game changer Connecting with people that you can learn from and trade ideas with Why connections and having a large network will help you Why University offers a pool networking opportunities (Lack of) economics and business education in the allied health world Giving vs. taking Summary. We'd also absolutely love it if you subscribe to the pod as it'll help us to continue getting amazing guests on for chats about all different topics.

In episode 9 of the Between Two Lines Podcast, Ash catches up with a Chris Payten, a Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist from Brisbane, Australia. In this episode, they discuss the following topics: How the industry has changed over the last 9 years (how's & why's) , body transformations, rehab/pain, from a mental perspective Reflecting on the last 12 months & how it has changed both of us mentally  Chris’ battle with anxiety/mental health/panic attacks which eventually led to a breakdown The masks we wear in life in different environments to fit in & be accepted  The emotions we display and how they originate from childhood conditioning. The power of understanding emotions and identifying them as merely feedback. How we can start learning to self regulate our own nervous systems The struggle of trusting others & ultimately ourselves How to build trust in our lives  Healing and what that really means Viewing healing as a constant never ending improvement in your quality of life.

This week Jonny keeps in (relatively) local, catching up with Athletic Coach Konstantin Stamm, who is based in Hamburg, Germany. Konstantin has multiple years of experience as an Athletic Coach, working with a tennis club in Hamburg, along with a number of professional youth football players. Konstantin is also studying to become a physiotherapist so that he can best help athletes throughout the whole process from rehab to performance. He's a seriously intelligent dude who, unlike most, loves to use his free time reading research papers and questioning current practices. Above all, he's a great human who loves a good chat and a coffee. In this podcast, we discuss: Konstantin's background What blood flow restriction training (BFR) is from a internal perspective (what is actually happening at a cellular and hormonal level during BFR) The confusion of qualifications, particularly in Germany, but also just more generally around the world What happens at a hormonal level when we "get a juicy pump" during BFR What the traditional BFR protocol entails (reps and intensities) Using BFR to manage training and impact loads with athletes How BFR can be used during periods of higher fatigue to maintain strength without straining the body A great case study which highlights the positive use of BFR at higher intensities with youth athletes Using BFR during ACL rehab How to find the right pressure to use for the BFR cuff or band Contraindications of blood flow restriction training.

In this episode, we share a bunch a valuable experiences which we've both had when dealing with a vast array of clients from different places, with differing presentations and also (and very importantly from our perspective) varying responses to pain and discomfort. We discuss: Jonny's unbelievable collection of party shirts How to respond and speak to different personalities during initial assessments Understanding clients/patients on a more individual level, along with what might influence them Clarifying and setting clear goals for clients Observing and assessing clients/patients as they speak and respond during initial consultations Setting very clear expectations with clients/patients The value of being clear and up-front from the beginning in order to set clear expectations for clients. Enjoy fam!

Welcome to episode #5 of the pod, where we talk all things knees and elbows. We discuss: · The similarities and differences between knee and elbow joints · How to use gait as an assessment for knee pain · Understanding knee and elbow pain from a more global perspective (looking at the whole body rather than the joint in isolation · Tips to improve you knee and elbow pain. For more information, be sure to check us out on Instagram @the.movementdetective and @dr.ashhamilton, and feel free to DM us with any questions relating to this episode or your knee/elbow pain. Don’t forget to click subscribe at the top of the podcast! 😉

This episode is super insightful and to be honest, rather shocking, as Steve tells some tales of his time growing up and working in South Africa as it was back in the 80’s and 90’s, along with physiotherapy and rehab as it is today. This is my favourite episode to date, as provokes thought and reinforces how lucky we truly are. In this podcast, we discuss: · Growing up and working in South Africa towards the end of the Apartheid · Treating each human as the individual they are vs. grouping/stereotyping · The Physiotherapy education and how it is today · The diversity of Physiotherapy as a profession · The immense benefits of being tested and learning from a great leader · What we can do today to make rehabilitation processes better. Be sure to check out @physxrehab, @the.movementdetective and @dr.ashhamilton on Instagram for more information and to change the way you look at rehab and performance.

In this episode, Jonny and Ash discuss: A wealth vs scarcity mindset and how it's not a common topic in the performance/rehab industry Breathwork for performance-based clientele Breathwork for general populations and how it helps to alleviate stress and re-regulate the nervous system How important breathing is during a worldwide pandemic Celebrating client successes and why it's important to leave the Ego at the door Marketing in the performance and allied health world The importance of empathy when working closely with clients How the attribute of empathy in itself can be a tool for marketing.

In this episode, we had a great chat with Nick Rees - a physio from Melbourne with a wealth of experience in various life situations, from volunteering on board one of the Sea Shepherd vessels to being a bomb physio in hockey and private practice. In this chat, we discussed: Understanding patients emotionally and from a personality perspective, rather than just as a pain or injury case The stigma around psychology and going to see a psychologist/counsellor How vulnerability is becoming sexy The challenges of lockdown in terms of accessing nature Nick's experiences living in Indonesia and becoming a diver Nick's wild experiences on the Steve Irwin Sea Shepherd ship, stopping whaling ships around Antarctica A great example of how and why diversifying experiences can improve your skillset Moving back into a world that hasn't changed after you have significantly A break down of shin splints and the differing presentations Key causes of shin splints Knowing where you stand in a team environment vs. trying to be the jack of all trades The power of networking.

This week Jonny catches up with Jessie van Breugel, a Personal Branding Strategist who's originally from the Netherlands, but is currently digital nomadding his way around the coast of Costa Rica. He's got a wealth of knowledge on the topic of personal branding and provides us with a free crash course on the topic, highlighting ways to up your game and above all, your digital brand. In this episode, we discuss: Becoming a digital nomad and the challenges of working abroad A crash course in personal branding – understanding yourself and how you think and act, before helping others Having the mindset of putting yourself out there and solving a problem for your audience Taking on the mentality of being the person you needed 6 months ago and how that can really propel your brand Certain outcomes achieved for certain content Building fans vs. building followers Quality > quantity How your attitude towards social media can make ALL the difference Creating awareness around the fact that social media may only highlight the best of each individual, rather than good’s and the bad’s Reinforcing once again that it’s all about the problem you’re trying to solve The value of energy when posting on social media.

Why throw shit at a wall and hope it sticks? When was that ever a good option? Welcome to episode #6 of the pod, where we blend the lines between performance and life – as it should be. Co-hosts Jonny and Ash discuss client psychology in ep, highlighting why it’s so damn important for coaches and practitioners to consider and have a base understanding of it, and also how/why it benefits the client. Topics of discussion in this episode: · Why client psychology is so important to understand · How breathing influences psychology and movement · How client stress can be more powerful than exercise interventions · Why client psychology should be more openly discussed · Why throwing shit at a wall and hoping that it sticks is a bad idea · Why psychology is life performance · How we can make psychology sexy! We’re mega proud of this podcast because it’s something that we both really strongly believe in, so kick back and enjoy the pod!

In this episode, we welcome our first guest, Kara Landells, who is a Strength & Conditioning Coach based on the Sunshine Coast in Australia. Kara specializes in working with runners, not just in terms of technique and injuries, but also blends things from a more holistic perspective, doing small group retreats to bring out the best in people. Kara is an awesome coach and even better person. In this episode, we discuss: Working with runners and running injuries Running as a sense of community for a lot of people The various reasons why people take up running (which aren't just for the love of running!) Common challenges and movement shortcomings for runners Quick tips on how to improve your running performance.

Dr. Ash Hamilton and Jonny Stahl reporting to you from Melbourne, Australia and Berlin, Germany respectively. In this episode we cover: Introduction: who we are and what we do Our own journeys to date - how we got into the industry Why it's imperative to help people to become self-sufficient with regards to pain and injuries Reputation > Ego Admitting that you don't know and how that can actually build trust and respect Going down rabbit holes and developing by coming back out of them Gaining trust from clients and the difference that makes Why everything relating to movement and pain is integrated and how this makes our job more difficult Where to find us!