APX Treatments Therapist Will Bosson and I discuss Will's recent literature review on the effectiveness of HVT's on improving proprioception. Will informs me what the latest research is saying, how proprioception is measured and it's clinical significance for practitioners.

The effects of HVT's on proprioception

Is hip hinging bad for your kidneys?***This is my hypothesis question in my latest episode. The more I learn about the body, the more I learn about some fascinating correlations. These are things such as the relationships between fascia, organs and muscles as well as which muscles become inhibited when organs are under strain.***Hip hinging as a stand alone movement is obviously not bad for your kidneys. However the myofascial adaptations that accompany being able to hinge more than 4 plates a side does bare ramifications on our internal anatomy. If you start to get symptoms of kidney dysfunction, there could be a correlation there.***In this episode I also delve deep into the functional anatomy of the Psoas muscle. I explain why it’s function is so misunderstood and why it’s so important to hinging mechanics.***Finally I finish (somewhat randomly) with a 15 minute explanation of how to use a financial system which will make you a lot more money in 2023. As it’s the first show of the year I thought it’d be good to see who uses the method all year and what a difference it makes.***I loved recording this one. So if you want to learn more about pelvic mechanics, how to make more money and which acupressure points link to sexual performance, make sure you give this one a listen.

Hip Hinging, Psoas Functional Anatomy and the Kidney Meridian

I'm joined by Deca-Ironman, Strongman and ex professional footballer Dan Reeve on the show to discuss hybrid training methods and how to integrate endurance work into your weigh training regime.

Hybrid Training & Programme Design For Endurance Athletes

I discuss the functional anatomy of the Tibialis Anterior and how it can be applied to training.***I also explain the stomach line meridian from TCM, how this links to the Tibialis muscle and what you can do to improve it.***Research paper reference: Chon et al. (2012) Co-contraction of ankle dorsiflexors and transverse abdominis function in patients with low back pain

Tibialis Anterior Functional Anatomy & The Stomach Meridian

0:00 - About Matt and how he practises7:00 - Task specificity and rehabilitation12:15 - The validity of evidence approaches24:10 - The importance of case histories30:00 - Gait analysis and it’s relevance to treatment/training45:45 - Sports specific training

Case Histories, Gait Analysis & Sports Specific Training

I discuss 3 main topics including:Deadlift technique and whether the "shoulders back" cue is appropriate or notEvening fasting and why I've been having my last meal of the day between 4-5pmHow organ function can provide the missing link behind muscle inhibition and chronic injuries

Deadlift Technique, Evening Fasting & Muscle Inhibition

I discuss everything that Jay and I did during my recent 12 week body composition phase plus how I trained for my 1 mile time trial

Methods & Lessons From My Body Comp Phase

I discuss two of the most important factors to consider when getting a client to do a movement plus how to grow your business using trialled and tested formulas

Exercise Selection & Pumpkin Planning Your Business

In this episode I discuss the most common mistakes I see coaches make when looking to take their business online. I go through:How much I earn online and how easy this is to sustainHow I built my online coaching business over the yearsHow much time this business takes me to sustainThe reality of what it's like being an online coachThe biggest marketing mistakes I've madeWhat's worked the best for me for growing online

Why Your Online Coaching Business Will Fail

Celeste joins me on the show to discuss how she dealt with her exercise addiction, what caused it and why it's so important to address. ***We chat about the pressure she felt to look and perform a certain way, how it impacted her monthly cycle and what she did in order to improve her relationship with training.

Dealing With Exercise Addiction

Do you have a goal? Are you working towards a goal because you believe it will make you happier? What would you say if I told you this wasn't true?***In this episode, I discuss some recent ideas based on the Neuroscience books I've been reading and how they can help you when it comes to your own mental health.

Are We Being Lied To?

In this episode I go through what you can do as a personal trainer to help your clients who suffer with lower back pain. This includes:- Understanding the nature of the lower back pain and it's implications- Knowing when to refer out- How to identify exercises which may make the situation worse- What to focus on when someone is injured- How to address long stemming movement pattern issues

Managing Lower Back Pain

Steve Grant from Fit For Film's talk me through their new PForm supplement, covering how it was made, the ingredients that are in it and why it's like no other post workout formula on the market.

Pre & Post Workout Nutrition

I go through the four joints of the shoulder, how you assess them and ways in which you can improve their mobility and function

Shoulder Assessments & Stability Drills

I discuss the major differences there are when it comes to training men vs training women. This includes considerations in anatomy, pre/post pregnancy and also psychologically. 

The Differences In Training Men Vs Women

I discuss how to optimise back training for yourself and your clients. In this one, I cover:The functional role of the Lats and why that must be considered for trainingHow to prepare for back training exercisesThe dynamic movement model and how this impacts trainingBack training considerations for the general population; when exercise are and aren't applicableHow to structure an effective session for your clients

Optimising Back Training

I discuss all things squatting, from;- Why do a squat?- What do I need to do before and after squats- How and why squats are so bespoke to the individual- Should the knees go over the toes?- When and why you should raise someones heels- How to position your pelvis when squatting

The Squat Episode

I chat with the 2020 Britain's Strongest Man and WSM competitor Adam Bishop. We discuss his training, nutrition and recovery strategies which have enabled him to become one of the world's elite strongman competitors. 

Interview with WSM competitor Adam Bishop

The top two things I would recommend mastering as a way of building your self confidence 

Developing Self Confidence

In this episode, I discuss exercise selection and how to periodise a plan based upon an individuals needs and current capability.***The training topic of the week is shortened range bicep training and the re-requisites needed to do this exercise safe and effectively.***Finally I go through the pros and cons of barbell training and how applicable it is when it comes to gaining strength and muscle

The APX Physiology Podcast

The APX Physiology Podcast

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