The Self Made Podcast

Muscle Building Science with Kassem Hanson

2024-04-1601:13:21

SummaryIn this conversation, Simon Dutton and Kassem discuss the importance of length and range in hypertrophy training. They explore the impact of length and range on muscle hypertrophy and the considerations for individual differences in length and range work. They also discuss the role of specificity in length and range training and the potential benefits of modifying short range exercises for length and range. The conversation highlights the importance of balancing resistance and strength profiles in exercise selection and the role of failure in length and range training. They also emphasize the need to consider practicalities and enjoyment in exercise selection and the importance of understanding individual priorities. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the role of principles in coaching and the application of scientific evidence. In this conversation, Kassem and Simon Dutton discuss the limitations of studies and the importance of understanding statistical relevance versus real-world impact. They also explore the role of consistency and behavioral factors in achieving fitness goals. The conversation highlights the need to consider convenience and logistics when designing nutrition and training plans. They emphasize the importance of individualization and the challenges of navigating the fitness industry. The conversation concludes with a discussion on evolving perspectives and the application of sound principles in training.Chapters00:00Introduction and the Importance of Length and Range in Hypertrophy05:07The Impact of Length and Range on Hypertrophy08:24Considerations for Individual Differences in Length and Range Work11:56The Role of Specificity in Length and Range Training12:25Modifying Short Range Exercises for Length and Range19:26Balancing Resistance and Strength Profiles in Length and Range Training23:16The Role of Failure and Length and Range Training28:06Considering Practicalities and Enjoyment in Exercise Selection31:26Understanding Individual Priorities in Exercise Selection35:13The Importance of Principles in Coaching40:16Adapting Exercise Selection to Life Phases and Priorities44:03The Role of Principles in Applying Scientific Evidence44:48Understanding the Limitations of Studies46:00Statistical Relevance vs. Real-World Impact48:31Consistency and Behavioral Factors50:21Considering Convenience and Logistics51:24The Importance of Individualization52:27Navigating the Fitness Industry53:26The Challenge of Identifying Trustworthy Sources56:18The Impact of Convenience and Logistics58:00Overcoming Negativity Bias01:02:36Evolving Perspectives and Filling in Knowledge Gaps01:09:38Applying Principles and Future-ProofingSupport the showGet in touch by heading to...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingsleyduttonYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCUTkN8Dcin4LSHBt0-Q46QEmail: https: Simon@madecoaching.comWebsite: www.madecoaching.com

2024 Fitness Industry Predictions with Robb Mcgeary

2024-04-0901:16:53

SummaryIn this conversation, Rob and the Ghost of mentor future discuss the state of the fitness industry in January and the challenges coaches face during this time. They highlight the misconception that January is a great month for sales and emphasize the importance of understanding the mindset of potential clients. They also discuss the quality of fitness education and coaching, noting that while education is improving, the overall quality of coaching may be declining. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the rise of good coaches and the decline of online coaches, as well as the importance of therapy and the misconceptions about coaching. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various themes in the fitness industry. They highlight the arrogance in the industry and the tendency to judge others without understanding their circumstances. They also talk about the rise of pointless labels and trends, such as forest bathing and zone 2 training. The conversation then shifts to the emergence of the 18-year-old longevity coach and the increasing interest in biohacking. Finally, they discuss the trend of the hybrid athlete and the ongoing debate about the effectiveness of supplements. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various themes and trends in the fitness industry. They explore the impact of pesticides and nutrient deficiency on health, the misuse of supplementation, the resurgence of HIIT training, the labeling of health advice as conspiracies, the importance of understanding and applying research, the shift towards group coaching, the potential return to one-to-one personal training, and the impact of AI on the industry. They also highlight the rise of lazy personal trainers and the need for individualized and evidence-informed approaches to training and coaching.Chapters00:00Introduction and Busy Start to the Year01:00The Disappointment of January for Coaches03:26The Majority of People Are Not Ready to Buy06:26The Importance of Helping Others07:39The Shift in the Fitness Education Industry10:45The Rise of Good Coaches and the Decline of Online Coaches11:31The Quality of Coaching vs. the Quality of Education19:51The Rise of Good Coaches and the Decline of Online Coaches (Continued)21:46The Importance of Therapy and the Misconceptions About Coaching25:13The Importance of Therapy and the Misconceptions About Coaching (Continued)26:06The Need for Experience and Real-Life Lessons27:18The Importance of Understanding Different Professions28:34Arrogance in the Fitness Industry32:46Pointless Labels and Trends36:17Zone 2 Training and Biohacking38:23The Rise of the 18-Year-Old Longevity Coach41:05The Rise of the Hybrid Athlete46:43The Supplement Debate50:03Impact of Pesticides and Nutrient Deficiency51:13Supplementation and Misuse52:34Resurgence of HIIT Training54:07Labeling Health Advice as Conspiracies56:13Understanding and Applying Research59:06Shift towards Group Coaching01:02:27Return to One-to-One Personal Training01:09:14AI's Impact on the Fitness Industry01:13:03The Rise of Lazy Personal TrainersSupport the showGet in touch by heading to...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingsleyduttonYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCUTkN8Dcin4LSHBt0-Q46QEmail: https: Simon@madecoaching.comWebsite: www.madecoaching.com

Training Science Quick-Fire with Pat Davidson

2024-03-2501:41:37

SummaryIn this conversation, Simon Dutton and Patrick Davidson discuss the importance of consistency in training and nutrition, the influence of social media on the fitness industry, the need for a systematic approach in coaching, and the resistance to outsourcing and learning from experts. They also explore the challenge of moving from implicit to explicit knowledge and the benefits of having a system and learning from mentors. The conversation highlights the apprenticeship level of the fitness industry and the potential for growth and improvement. In this part of the conversation, Patrick Davidson and Simon Dutton discuss the future of coaching and automation, training volume and intensity guidelines, the importance of lengthened range of motion, flexibility and mobility, solving for gravity and center of mass, and building a home gym. In this conversation, Patrick Davidson discusses various leg exercises and equipment that he finds effective for his training. He mentions the importance of hamstring curls and recommends a prone hamstring curl machine with a big hip flexion angle. He also expresses his preference for the Arsenal leg press, which he finds to be a different animal altogether. Additionally, he highlights the value of a cable rig for its versatility and suggests an overhead pressing machine for assistance with overhead pressing. Patrick also mentions his upcoming writing workshop and where to find him on Instagram.Chapters00:00Introduction and Bodybuilding Show03:00The Importance of Consistency and Avoiding Minutia11:00The Influence of Social Media and Perception of Success19:00The Need for a Systematic Approach in Coaching25:00The Challenge of Moving from Implicit to Explicit Knowledge32:00The Resistance to Outsourcing and Learning from Experts40:00The Benefits of Having a System and Learning from Mentors46:00The Apprenticeship Level of the Fitness Industry47:12The Future of Coaching and Automation50:37Training Volume and Intensity Guidelines59:41The Importance of Lengthened Range of Motion01:08:52Training Intensity and Reps in Reserve01:15:09Flexibility and Mobility01:18:00Solving for Gravity and Center of Mass01:28:36Building a Home Gym01:31:43Leg Exercises01:32:32Hamstring Curl01:33:03Leg Press01:34:22Cable Rig01:35:04Pressing Machine01:37:53Where to Find Patrick DavidsonSupport the showGet in touch by heading to...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingsleyduttonYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCUTkN8Dcin4LSHBt0-Q46QEmail: https: Simon@madecoaching.comWebsite: www.madecoaching.com