<p>The NASM-CPT Podcast is back with host Rick Richey! Join him as guest Darlene Marshall, CPT and Positive Psychology Coach, stops by to talk about the power of positivity in personal training. Learn techniques on how you can help your clients and yourself by altering your approach.</p><p>Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! <a href="http://nasm.co/3oimwTK" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" title="http://nasm.co/3oimwtk">http://nasm.co/3oimwTK</a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host Rick Richey is back with another functional anatomy review on muscles that were not discussed in the previous series. Functional anatomy helps us better understand produce, reduce, and stabilize forces along with their joint actions. In this episode Rick talks about some of the most discussed muscles in the body: *Lats *Deltoids *And...the pecs! Join us for an enjoyable anatomy review that will help you learn (or provide an excellent review) about these major movers of the upper body and perhaps provide some new insights and perspective on balanced programming based on human movement science.</p><p>Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! <a href="http://nasm.co/3qjUkRS" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" title="http://nasm.co/3qjukrs"><strong>http://nasm.co/3qjUkRS</strong></a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Join host Rick Richey and his guest Kevin Longoria, Chief Science Officer at Biostrap, for a discussion on the role of the nervous system and wearables roles in training. The two will discuss Kevin's time as the lead physiologist for various world champion athletes including Henry Cejudo and his role in helping develop wearable technology helping athletes and everyday clients too.</p><p>Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! <a href="http://nasm.co/3hZZUpF" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://nasm.co/3hZZUpF</a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>"Butt-wink" - the sometimes subtle posterior tilt of the pelvis at the bottom of a squat. In this episode, Rick answers a listener's question about "butt-wink" and the potential reasons why it happens. An internet search will provide many reasons why this happens that do not always align. Is it problematic or fine? Normal or not normal? Wrong or not wrong?! Rick offers his evidence-base input in this episode of the NASM CPT Podcast.</p><p>Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! <a href="http://nasm.co/3hZZUpF" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" title="http://nasm.co/3hzzupf">http://nasm.co/3hZZUpF</a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Join NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey as he sits down with Adam Annaconne, Ed.D, LAT, ATC, CES, PES. The two will discuss &nbsp;Adam's role with the University of Texas Austin, his time as a trainer in the NBA, training athletes, his role as an NASM Scientific Advisory Board member, and much more. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=http%3A%2F%2Fnasm.co%2F38YNASr&amp;v=O4ND2k-6Wsk&amp;event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDA2VFhyX2pCZ3haZlREeHd3OWVhWll4a29Wd3xBQ3Jtc0tubjJmMEEzWTdmMXR4Y1V0c0psei1qX0RQMG9feVRLZlZ4NWY1YkpvTzQ0ZEExQW93bmNIdGFXUlZrdjNhLVBYRzNXc1JnMlpDcjJGODUzMU42Ujl6eHpuVnUzMnBCdmdsZzNmeVdvQzlWX1QxemlOSQ%3D%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://nasm.co/38YNASr</a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined this week by Dr. Brad Dieter an Exercise Physiologist, Molecular Biologist, and Biostatistician. Watch as they have a lively discussion on nutrition and it’s importance in helping clients reach their goals and lose weight. <br> <br>FREE MINI COURSE: With NASM’s Science Behind Effective Weight Loss mini course, you’ll learn the appropriate methods to lose weight efficiently. <a href="http://nasm.co/3rhD0yq" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" title="http://nasm.co/3rhd0yq">http://nasm.co/3rhD0yq</a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>On the latest edition of the NASM-CPT Podcast, host Rick Richey is joined by Dr. Jaime Tartar of NSU's College of Psychology. The two will look at how sleep, stress, and mental wellbeing impact performance and physiological functioning. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Learn how to use exercise to lessen your stress and help your own mental wellbeing with NASM's Emotions in Motion: Exercise as an Anxiety Intervention. Get this course FREE and earn .2 CEUs. https://nasm.co/2W7224X</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host Rick Richey is joined by Tony Ricci, Ed. D, MS for a wide-ranging conversation discussing the importance of nutrition, stress management, and more on performance.</p><p>Learn strategies for improving nutrition habits that can work for your clients and yourself. Get this FREE NASM mini course today and create unrestrictive strategies to guide your clients' dietary habits. https://nasm.co/341wmlS&nbsp;</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p><em><strong>Enjoy this preview episode of the NASM Podcast Network's newest podcast, Random Fit. The show that takes a look at fitness in pop culture, fitness myths, and everything in between.</strong></em></p><p><br></p><p>Are you ready to discuss some Random Fit? Hosts and Certified Personal Trainers Wendy Batts and Ken Miller are!</p><p>On the first edition of the show, the two take a look back at one of the most famous training scenes in movie history. That's right, they're breaking down Rocky and Drago getting ready for their big showdown in Rocky IV. Would country strong training or machine learning lead to a better real-life workout? Who had the best form and exercises on their side? Who would have been better prepared for a fight? Plus, it wouldn't be an episode of Random Fit, without some random facts like just what exactly was Sylvester Stallone's body fat in the movie, and did they really film in Russia? So who's ready to rumble? If you've got the eye of the tiger, Ken and Wendy are ready to get random!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Subscribe to Random Fit today: </strong><a href="https://anchor.fm/randomfit"><strong>https://anchor.fm/randomfit</strong></a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Join NASM Master Instructor and host Rick Richey as he talks with Mike Fantigrassi, Ian Montel, and Brian Sutton from the NASM product team about how NASM creates their educational products. Get insight on the process, the research, the decision making, and so much more.</p><p>Experience NASM's latest product, the Virtual Coaching Specialization, for yourself. With it, NASM provides you with all the knowledge you need to succeed in a digital world. Coach clients online today. <a href="https://nasm.co/3oledrR?fbclid=IwAR1K4aXq21nE4dWiOSOHljcrjDxeJXj8Q9jIBLsZEY2WP1ztRi8A1CLsIxw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/34XJxFd</a>&nbsp;</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey talks about eating disorders and non-triggering with expert Abbey Griffith. She is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and Eating Disorder Recoveree who has devoted her life to helping people of all ages, shapes, and sizes find a wellness routine they truly enjoy.</p><p><br></p><p>Have you heard about the newest specialization that was announced at Optima? With the new Virtual Coaching Specialization, NASM provides you with all the knowledge you need to succeed in a digital world. Coach clients online today. https://nasm.co/327N56f&nbsp;</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p><em>Enjoy this special preview episode of the Fitness and Wellness Masterclass powered by NASM. Subscribe to the show </em><a href="https://anchor.fm/fitnessandwellness"><em>here</em></a><em>.</em></p><p>Being a little low on water is a bigger deal than most people think. In this episode of The Fitness and Wellness Masterclass presented by NASM, you'll hear all about the research to prove it, plus a physiology review to explain why even a 2% deficit can affect mental and physical well-being.</p><p>Want to earn CEUs/CECs for listening to this podcast? You're in luck! Click here to find out how you can. https://nasm.co/37s7YfQ</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host Rick Richey is joined by fellow NASM Master Instructor Tony Ambler-Wright for a discussion on dynamic functional warm-ups and training with elastic resistance.</p><p>Have you heard about the newest specialization that was announced at Optima? With the new Virtual Coaching Specialization, NASM provides you with all the knowledge you need to succeed in a digital world. Coach clients online today. https://nasm.co/2FMi3IS&nbsp;</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM Master Instructor and host of the NASM-CPT Podcast, Rick Richey, is joined by special guest Brian Sutton to discuss the Optimum Performance Training® (OPT™) Model. The two will look at where the model has been, where it is going, and why it's so important to the success of trainers.</p> <p>Hear more from both Brian and Rick. Join us at this year’s <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/optimaonline?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZX0CITLOlWKFxc8rgICiHR9MW8b1bJXgVj6GfV0Ko-md81jazqrQS_jdfkUz4S0_y91kS06PTSrje82g-XjCLYDdjCvc0ji0yYvc6_cNRlXWpVA0oc9miABAhhE5AU7umVok9Fxvp8iSRVHCwXn1407dnN4jNzt2hxSYragcd--IFEOyUW4S-Yyv023AtrsWqc&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#OptimaOnline</a> Conference and get up to 2.0 Continuing Education Units. Attend from the comfort of your home. Sign up today before it's too late! <a href="https://nasm.co/3iBqELQ?fbclid=IwAR0GI-n7Di2vCyrXcTdX2eW6kNcqkj4_pRRSiUwD53CMEXtwuh5DmkSjjPw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/3iBqELQ</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and Master Instructor Rick Richey answers your questions on this episode of the NASM-CPT Podcast. Been wondering about a specific phase of the OPT Model? Not sure about something you're studying? Considering becoming a trainer but have questions? Rick will give you the insight and help you're looking for.</p> <p>Don't miss out on 4 full days of fun, fitness, and the opportunity to connect with leaders and professionals in the fitness industry. Register now for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/optimaonline?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZW4rjH1sSDWq1KnRFhxfNUNqPOGaspUreNOwx_3IJPxudfPKUR6b1W9MeOtjvYK-8fTzJZ2eObcJ5m2FrOO5UyXjp6zQKu_BJApNATioxEtjOgHuOPKpio3mg9cg6Q338ec3QjApsmoa1id_PBx--YxFE7YTJ2FYEHN69bX-_gUBRuPWmKHo0-DfGVvN7mRJToKGK9khl79nfiV_7LZD4dP&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#OptimaOnline</a>! <a href="https://nasm.co/2GZwFVw?fbclid=IwAR2_99TiBgvzoaC70rG-P9M-O0cm5nuFxoHlvt_niaj1hNdWReFjhVvmpKI" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/346oM8A</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM Master Instructor and host Rick Richey is joined by Cory Bennett, MS for a deep dive into posture and how it connects with Corrective Exercise. The conversation will touch on common daily positions that alter optimal posture, the primary joints, joint actions, surround musculature, and much more!</p> <p>Don't miss out on more great conversations with Rick and Cory. Join us for our Virtual Optima Fitness and Wellness Conference. Don't miss out on 4 full days of fun, fitness, and the opportunity to connect with leaders and professionals in the fitness industry. Register now for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/optimaonline?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZViqR3C9_JKR_ablfq06LBcRXGM2OqqCe0JFKUCLTOE2oEMAprduUxmvGW_bZbDnjT5wCds4jlshAsWQhNTizY-HyuQunaTVfYsubLxq4cdpoMOHT84ZD-7wsAMZrKORYjjemxnRo_-tSsnmU0HWptd7NeUvzBLYK4Y89wKWFND2U4kq2sldcAmvJ9PFYE4NKaRohLlvPOYjqq9OpieIEiM&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#OptimaOnline</a>! <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fnasm.co%2F2ZxeexW%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR07jOvEbSH0HpvXigGk_4OcYzA2xRMOWGz1U_AXLiEGri4DNggSinsj0a0&amp;h=AT0puSpBPo1KzE4BA3M7C10npY-Z5C24_1f79eLRVICMlcmVa8eqAUkq6fLVTulTxB-laQxRydRL_VCC-gFJBpVFHrfBPZL0hOjVc1oQoViFYs9NvNKTCW4_124QFt0GZer6eQ&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT2JdELySMeKdWhPhaUSdRyxUeJNY4o5VzLY8lZ0IJeeGoG4IC9QJJwvSqGNU3KtKTiTUQXY1w1FD4QldfVQb0jHToCTOd7vZLjHaGx77Qcw56S-nhohURsBGqocj09yvPb5GldNyrpvL-2aQiPVE6t3MdmM_DAwdYPHoEQjPZkIxFKYQVZ4go_RqLLURdnJ6SMo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/3j2t2wg</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined by a special guest Dr. Joel Seedman for an all-encompassing conversation about advanced human performance and strength and conditioning.</p> <p>Want more great conversations like this? Join us at this year’s <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/optimaonline?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZVMKFGap8FjLNilXlkG3_Ee43C8X476LDZwgDmLf_T0WKWM6nqH4t05WpJfmNYwxbRbq88ErjGbQfq6t1C29LVwfvFx1LijLWxRo8KHiaz-bOftTc-7WDjtB0wd5WJc4kwZzH-cd0nTa_WkfTsJAo7X_OM3OfjT7uwPqSFsfJLI8g&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#OptimaOnline</a> Conference and get up to 2.0 Continuing Education Units. Attend from the comfort of your home. Sign up today for this four-day event and take advantage of our doorbuster deal for just $159! <a href="https://nasm.co/3gHzMOk?fbclid=IwAR1wOtZRjf4PykvwbwSHYCb1wZWGP4ch6xwEkjGSqrbivxHI1cUN5rP5quA" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/2Rbl8V2</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined by a special guest Matt Jordan PhD for a free-flowing conversation about how to develop a strength and conditioning program that is right for you and your clients.</p><p>Want to experience more great conversations like this one? Join us at this year’s <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/optimaonline?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZWkVW3frbrtytRid-Cht1xzysRe3PHul85Ub2WNwEDxp9T5M6GOin3WpmJ-er8uIci_0_hRtxsroApWcEt4Mr34gEwfwdWh2JhbSI367xMXP3ui8I_htIhsPx6vW4wbyXMwZ-6-V4a9qgZX3wyFq8vXcA-eoC9oHBzlznhSmHnY0w&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#OptimaOnline</a> Conference and get up to 2.0 Continuing Education Units. Attend from the comfort of your home. Sign up today for this four-day event and take advantage of our doorbuster deal for just $159! <a href="https://nasm.co/3hK0SWn?fbclid=IwAR1zLXsPnmQo-TEjC6xUzXvNdvioPRpsaZAPgGB6I2yi8BGUXNiHyUZHRJs" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/3hK0SWn</a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined by a special guest Fabio Comana. The two discuss how to best understand energy systems and how to program for them. Plus, much more! &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Want more great conversations like this with Rick Richey and Fabio Comana? Join us at this year’s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23OptimaOnline">#OptimaOnline</a> Conference and get up to 2.0 Continuing Education Units. Attend from the comfort of your home. Sign up today for this four-day event and take advantage of our doorbuster deal for just $159! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=Tx4Ho0oFXyA&amp;event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnhobVRvcGxid2xrbXRMSktibF9LOGVOUFJ2Z3xBQ3Jtc0ttVGx6THZ6NVV2cVlCSUxoak83Z3ZUNndQMXhRblNLcUd5M0hoNW5mbXBzejhfQ2FLQUpreTVnY3dKQlBzVkl0cS1Eb3JMbEJVVW1MSk9CS3FETTVxRWdsU3lWTTg2QUJ1LUpnMV9nVjMzVVpEajhvSQ%3D%3D&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fnasm.co%2F2VgbdiH" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/2VgbdiH</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined by special guest Emily Booth the National Education Manager for Indoor Cycling at Life Time Fitness. The two will talk about the challenges in the industry during these extraordinary times and how to use them to your advantage.</p><p>Introducing NASM Connected - a new, annual CEU subscription! Earn unlimited CEUs, get access to 350+ fitness courses, plus exclusive content and discounts. Subscribe today for 50% off! https://nasm.co/2D3x5su</p><p><br></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined by Tony Ricci, Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology &amp; Nutrition at LIU Brooklyn to discuss fight sports, mindset, and much much more!</p> <p>Master everything NASM has to offer. Become NASM Elite and get unlimited access to the best courses. <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fnasm.co%2F3eBmBgv%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3czYv85ajzL5EO11MvsJIQ7Een70zltujfKt45wAGp3SXK8IJ0oZzc6jg&amp;h=AT0SHool1_5CEzm2qz708vjWDS9n5yNOqn2WEfa56PXNDnTKbt6rI5oQl994oJgxdg_JwCnyVWgDnXFzt9KZsQD52H01A9_MtoKsqzk7KD-X4BDWhC-Kvld1lJcfjIIoiEroFw&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3x1C23YHqozoyNYKp2DjF5mQ_UCciQcCeyn9mSOa8U_3gNUD_4MLQSnOe7H0itMOrVcX6rUPDONoD0XFm9MH29rCv8y6JWb2wckCXK_GGa0zfG0BUkqqjebpRwQT4JYKR6c2nbAuqxSRXP4Ls2-XPFRKjgDugzM_nvAtD5X2Ho6ZxCG3mGdyhFQfppCp5NI28" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/3jw0s7i</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Join host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey as he looks at how personal trainers can provide behavioral interventions to help increase adherence and compliance with their training clients. Joining him on this episode is Antoinette Schoenthaler from NYU.</p> <p>Learn even more about these exciting topics. Become an NASM Certified Nutrition Coach today and save! <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fnasm.co%2F3gMXgBY%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3x6Ie5nbSUGTfut-aVjWhj_4zE3KHofEb6adfG6yrPlA-Or8m9IWzUJKM&amp;h=AT19dZBE3iagxvORhHFx5vhcwOA5DuKawA1IgHagnYLAnuB-CwabkhSYahhQE_Z8N35I9IZKR1Rhrt_mJuOC9fPJcgiyQpm5sWAJPQnX90rXaH3G_ce_FDzS9ry-zrEjimMpFQ&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT23eLv_tmCg89mCwQ_SI03axVwMAgBbYl0sTbW03nbBYJTA0JZ6QhIEwxJomkqjB43VwrGW97JYq76q_zOBpOk-Ny1mco_TLnQI4DIxMkyQbHt3QWwpabZikrzqkI0t2cPDaGzuz3CLzVB1U5FIQlI4gTwQKLkEF7m5XFPZ9J6mYzgZJY2MxvYcTzWvspWm1uY" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/3gMXgBY</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM Master Instructor and host Rick Richey discusses diet and weight loss with Avatar Nutrition Co-Founder Katie Coles MS RDN CPT. The two also breakdown popular diets, starvation mode, and much, much more!<br> <br> Learn even more about these exciting topics. Become an NASM Certified Nutrition Coach today and save! <a href="https://nasm.co/2BLYsq7?fbclid=IwAR1fJEXSbPguUg8GuB6ayDfIh7G-DlqWm5WxJnkF1zxmxqc6Z9ZXnuKfWHI" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/2Z8HZoZ</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>With the state of our world and industry influx with the effort to limit the spread COVID-19, the NASM-CPT podcast and host Rick Richey wanted to help in the way we know how. By talking about it and offering advice. &nbsp;During this time an NASM trainer out of Houston named Keridon McMahon offered free counsel on how trainers can start to move toward online and virtual training. When we heard about this we asked her to share with us all how we can begin to transition to online training with our clients stuck at home.</p> <p>Please check out the first NASM episode that has a guest! We're happy to say she’s an excellent trainer, small business owner, and entrepreneur, plus a good friend of the pod's and Rick's. We hope you find her guidance helpful and actionable.</p> <p>Master the art of online training with NASM's new Fundamentals of Virtual Training program. Learn everything you need to start training clients remotely and take your in-person business digital. Plus, you'll earn .5 CEUs towards recertification. Learn more: https://nasm.co/2YWuiJU&nbsp;</p> <p>Follow us:</p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/</p> <p>Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/</p> <p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>In this episode, host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey, &nbsp;answers a question from a student listener about the sliding filament theory/model of muscle contractions. Rick goes into the detail about the anatomy and characteristics of skeletal muscles, muscle filaments actin and myosin, "force-field proteins" troponin and tropomyosin, cellular currency, and more! He then helps listeners use what we just learned to better understand the length-tension relationships based on limited cross-bridging. Let’s dig deeper into physiology in this episode of the NASM CPT Podcast.</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM-CPT Podcast host and Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined by Sigma Nutrition founder and Sigma Nutrition Radio host Danny Lennon. The two discuss time-restricted feeding, what it is, current data, best uses, and much more! &nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Want to master the ins and outs of nutrition? Get a Nutrition Certification from NASM. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F2XlJKy4&amp;redir_token=iSkiJL-YI45lwlengCcOEuc7vbZ8MTU5MTMwODEwMUAxNTkxMjIxNzAx&amp;event=video_description&amp;v=ZhCoIKc0RVo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/303FUeO</a></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM Master Instructor and NASM-CPT Podcast host Rick Richey is joined by medical exercise specialist Brian Richey for a show recorded from a live event.&nbsp;</p> <p>The two breakdown the differences between medical and corrective exercise and what it means for fitness professionals.</p> <p>Want to master the art of Corrective Exercise? Become an NASM-CES today. <a href="https://nasm.co/2T0HhXn?fbclid=IwAR2QVuJx7KHhC3JIboIxG1r8EHUnJCv8Ecp7YiDl_xnTVdiqWFOFFNA7cgw" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://nasm.co/2T0HhXn</a></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey talks with guest Pete McCall about high-intensity exercises and their impact on the aging process.<br> <br> The two discuss McCall's book on the subject, how the research from exercisers in their 70’s have seen similar muscle enzyme activity of those in their 20’s. The discussion will also include hormone production, muscle fiber recruitment, and the safety concerns of age-related HIIT programming.</p> <p>Want to learn even more? Become NASM Elite today and get unlimited access to our most popular programs. https://nasm.co/2SZb8PQ</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined this episode by a very special guest, Dr. Brad Schoenfeld.<br> <br> Dr. Shoenfield's research is mostly focused on body composition and hypertrophy. He is an associate professor at Lehman College and has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed research studies.<br> <br> The two will discuss everything you need to know about hypertrophy.</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>In this episode, host Rick Richey focuses on a topic from an email request asking details about exercises and their prime movers. This is by no means an exhaustive list of exercises, but it is to detail joint actions, planes of motion, prime movers, and synergists. It can get a bit heavy with the terminology, but stick with it and practice learning the language of human movement science. The exercises reviewed are:</p> <p>- Squat</p> <p>- Dead Lift</p> <p>- Romanian Dead Lift (RDL)</p> <p>- Chest Press</p> <p>- Lat Pull Down</p> <p>- Bicep Curl</p> <p>- Situp</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey is joined by Fabio Comana, Senior Fitness Educator with NASM. The two provide a deep dive on Metabolism and everything you need to know. &nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Want to learn everything about nutrition? Become an NASM Certified Nutrition Coach. https://nasm.co/35ivSac &nbsp;#Metabolism #Nutrition #NASM</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host and NASM Master Instructor Rich Richey is joined by NASM Master Instructor Marty Miller to talk about the role of technology in training, breakdown some of the newest trends and share who it can play a pivotal part in training remotely. &nbsp;</p> <p>Get our free online training mini-course: https://nasm.co/3eIq0eG &nbsp;</p> <p>#FitnessTechnology #PersonalTraining #OnlinePersonalTraining &nbsp;</p> <p>Follow us: &nbsp;&nbsp;Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/ &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/ &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>In this episode of the NASM-CPT Podcast, Rick talks about the four-step NASM Corrective Exercise Continuum (CEx) as well as the new NASM Correcitve Exercise Specialization that launched in Q1 2020. The text has been retooled and the research is has been updated to reflect the current scientific data.&nbsp;</p> <p>This episode discusses the implementation of corrective exercise and speaks to the newly emerging “Regional Interdependence Model” that empirically shows that dysfunction in one area does not mean that is the source of the problem. This is why it is so important to correctly identify the problem, correctly solve the problem, and effectively implement a solution based on the previous tenants. Here’s your introduction to the NEW NASM Corrective Exercise Specialization.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow us:</p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/</p> <p>Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/</p> <p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Dr. Kaman Hung, DHSc., is a physical education teacher, coach, and an NASM certified personal trainer. His area of expertise in health science is mindfulness. He joins Rick today to discuss mindfulness and acknowledges that the best time to start a mindfulness practice is always right now. Now just happens to during a worldwide pandemic, so join us as he explores and explains mindfulness, the benefits, the truths and myths, and how to start implementing it into your daily life.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow us:</p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/</p> <p>Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/</p> <p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Dr. Rachel Goldman joins Rick today as a special guest discussing mental health during the times of COVID-19 and how CPTs can support themselves and their clients. What is within our scope of practice and when we should direct someone to a mental health professional. Also discussed are ways to bring up seeing a mental health professional in a way it can be best received. Dr. Rachel is a clinical psychologist and assistant professor at the NYU School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry. She specializes in health, wellness, weight management, eating behaviors, stress reduction, behavior change.</p> <p>(<a href="https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/VtYwCjRByBtl5yNlFWsOot?domain=drrachelnyc.com/" target="_blank" title="https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/VtYwCjRByBtl5yNlFWsOot?domain=drrachelnyc.com/">https://drrachelnyc.com</a>)</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow us:</p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/</p> <p>Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/</p> <p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>The spread of COVID-19 has lead to the closing of many gyms around the U.S. and we are all hurting. In this episode, I will relate my decision to close all three of my gyms in NYC back to the core values of the business and myself as a trainer. This pandemic is hitting us all personally, emotionally, and financially, and some smaller facilities like mine are trying to fly under the radar and stay open.&nbsp;</p> <p>Learn the dangers that can happen to your long term business that comes from staying open. Also, take this time to develop CORE VALUES for your business whether you are brick and mortar business or a personal trainer. These will help guide your decision making during uncomfortable situations that it seems we are in at the moment.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow us:</p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/</p> <p>Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/</p> <p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>With the state of our world and industry influx with the effort to limit the spread COVID-19, the NASM-CPT podcast and host Rick Richey wanted to help in the way we know how. By talking about it and offering advice. &nbsp;During this time an NASM trainer out of Houston named Keridon McMahon offered free counsel on how trainers can start to move toward online and virtual training. When we heard about this we asked her to share with us all how we can begin to transition to online training with our clients stuck at home.&nbsp;</p> <p>Please check out the first NASM episode that has a guest! We're happy to say she’s an excellent trainer, small business owner, and entrepreneur, plus a good friend of the pod's and Rick's. We hope you find her guidance helpful and actionable.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting <a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=ArthritisAndOsteoporosis">NASM.org</a>, and using the code Podcast 20.</p> <p>Follow us:</p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/</p> <p>Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/</p> <p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Functional anatomy helps us better understand produce, reduce, and stabilize forces along with their joint actions. In this episode Rick talks about the core musculature including the “inner unit” of the core that helps stabilize the spine.</p> <p>The following muscles will be reviewed:</p> <p>- transverse abdominus</p> <p>- multifidus, rotatores, and transversospinalis</p> <p>- internal and external obliques</p> <p>- erector&nbsp;spinae (spinalis, longissimus, and iliocostalis)</p> <p>- recutus abdominus</p> <p>This is the third in a series that addresses muscles from the bottom up. Continue to listen as we make our way through the major muscles throughout the body.</p> <p>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting <a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=ArthritisAndOsteoporosis">NASM.org</a>, and using the code Podcast 20.</p> <p>Follow us:</p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/</p> <p>Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/</p> <p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>There are several pathologies that get in the way of living our best and most active lifestyles. Serval&nbsp;orthopedic issues that hinder our activities of daily&nbsp;living (ADLs) are <strong>arthritis</strong> and <strong>osteoporosis</strong>.&nbsp;</p> <p>There are two forms of arthritis&nbsp;that we discuss in the episode: rheumatoid&nbsp;arthritis and osteoarthritis. Additionally, osteoporosis and osteopenia are discussed. What are these pathologies? How do they affect ADLs? This episode is to help NASM Certified Personal Trainers better understand&nbsp;these pathologies and populations, allowing for informed&nbsp;discussions and training applications.</p> <p>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting <a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2&amp;utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=ArthritisAndOsteoporosis">NASM.org</a>, and using the code Podcast 20.&nbsp;</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>In this episode, Rick doesn't just focus on one topic but covers several questions that listeners have submitted over the past few months. Here are a few questions that get addressed during this episode:</p><p>"Help me better understand the planes of motion?"</p><p>"If a client shows knee valgus, do I have them SMR the overactive muscles before heading into the workout and before the beginning of each session?"</p><p>"Do you think it is OK to have more than one niche?"</p><p>"Do you guys have a podcast geared toward your other certifications yet?"</p><p>"Can we get some episodes on breathing?"</p><p>I hope answering multiple questions in one episode is helpful and please let us know if you have&nbsp;any questions you would like us to answer.</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Some personal trainers have an impressive list of credentials but a small client base, while others aren't as educated but are always booked. What’s the difference between them?</p><p>In this episode, Rick Richey discusses how to find the balance between these two types of trainers. Learn what it takes to run a successful personal training business, including:</p><ul> <li>How Rick built his own business</li> <li>Your attitude and interaction skills</li> <li>What your clients really want</li> <li>Asking for the sale</li> <li>Marketing your business</li> <li>Identifying your target market</li></ul><p>Listen to the episode to find out the keys to running a great training business.</p><p>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=SuccessfulTrainingBusiness">NASM.org</a>, and using the code Podcast 20.</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>In this episode, Rick discusses the differences in Sprint Interval Training (SIT) and High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and the benefits of both including:</p><p>- Time efficiency</p><p>- Health and fitness benefits</p><p>- Aerobic and anaerobic performance</p><p>- Better fat oxidation</p><p>- Lower blood pressure</p><p>- Increased insulin sensitivity</p><p>- Optimized&nbsp;hormonal responses</p><p>- Weight loss</p><p>- Decreased in abdominal weight</p><p>- Increased EPOC</p><p>That's an impressive list and by no means exhaustive.</p><p>HIIT work to rest ratio is often seen as 1:1, 1:2, and 1:3</p><p>Sprint interval training involves an all-out effort for shorter durations and longer rest. SIT work to rest ratio is often seen as 1:8 with some researchers indicated that rest is still too short! The following workout may be seen during SIT:</p><p>•(1)30:240 (4×30 s bouts, 240 s [4 mins] recovery);</p><p>•(2) 15:120 (8×15 s bouts, 120 s [2 mins] recovery);</p><p>•(3) 5:40 (24×5 s bouts, 40 s recovery)</p><p>(Islam et al, 2017)</p><p>This episode contains quite a bit of research (thank you Dr. Brian Oddi) and shows empirically that the calories expended in HIIT and Sprint versus moderate-intensity training can provide increased weight loss from abdominal and visceral&nbsp;fat stores. Tune in and see what all the buzz is about with HIIT and Sprint training.</p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>This is the final installation that overviews periodization, programming, and routines for optimizing exercise-induced outcomes and benefits. This was a high-level view of several different training programs with research discussing linear vs undulating periodization, isolated vs integrated training, and multiple different concepts of training including triphasic training, German volume training, escalated density training, split routines, and more. All provide value in their own ways and all can be added into the OPT Model to give direction to their application.</p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Periodization and programming are not necessarily the same thing. Periodization is the cycles of training that take place. Often, we talk about macro, meso, and micro cycles. In sports, the periodization may include those concepts, but change based on the season: off-season, pre-season, in-season, and hopefully … post-season. Off-season may have several different training cycles. Early on it will be focused on recovery! After a progressive lead-in (a long micro-cycle or a single mesocycle) the programs can focus more and more intense exercises depending on the sport, but most sports that come to mind will have intense training involved at some point … which is usually the offseason. This episode will focus, not on sports programming, but routines within every period of training that should take place. These routine components that comprise a program may include the following: warm-ups, flexibility, cardio and metabolic training, core, balance, reactive/plyometrics, SAQ, resistance training, and cool-downs.</p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>This week we look at the differences between periodization, programming, and routines. These are often used interchangeably and should not be. There is a mean of delineating the three and refining not only how we speak to them, but also how we implement them. Briefly, the following are discussed:</p><p><strong>Periodization</strong>&nbsp;–&nbsp;division of a training program into smaller, progressive stages</p><p><em>Macrocycle</em><em><strong>:</strong></em>&nbsp;long-term training period, usually between six months and one year</p><p>My macrocycle might be my timeline to get someone through the OPT Model</p><p><em>Mesocycle</em><em><strong>:</strong></em>&nbsp;smaller phases within the macrocycle, usually several weeks to a few months</p><p>Maybe one phase of the OPT Model</p><p><em>Microcycle</em><em><strong>:</strong></em>&nbsp;each part of the mesocycle, usually one week</p><p>A one-to-two-week look at changes that need to be made to a program. This area is where true&nbsp;<u><em>programming</em></u>&nbsp;takes place.</p><p><strong>Programming</strong>&nbsp;is how the acute training variables change within that period of training to optimize training outcomes.</p><p>What is an exercise&nbsp;<strong>ROUTINE</strong>&nbsp;then?</p><p>- When you workout</p><p>- What days you workout</p><p>- What time you workout</p><p>- It can be what you do</p><p>o Cardio</p><p>o Strength</p><p>- It can be what isn’t changing that will eventually need periodization</p><p>o Split routines only</p><p>o Same sets / reps / exercises on repeat</p><p><br></p><p>Enjoy this episode, and as always please provide feedback and let us know what you would like to hear more about. It can be exercise, programming, industry, business, etc. regarding the needs, goals, and desires for the NASM certified personal trainer.</p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Host Rick Richey takes the show on the road to answer listener questions live on tape from NASM Optima 2019.&nbsp;</p><p>Rick talks about:</p><ul> <li>Why the systematic approach NASM takes to learning is important</li> <li>The accreditation process</li> <li>How he got into presenting</li> <li>And much more</li></ul><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>The first session with a new client (or as a new trainer) can be daunting. How do you start the session? What do we talk about? Should I refer them to a physician based on certain&nbsp;answers? What assessments should I perform?</p><p>In this episode,&nbsp;Dr. Rick Richey&nbsp;takes us through his first session and what he talks about, why he talks about it and discusses how much time he spends engaging in discussion and assessment versus exercise in the first session. He also takes us through the Physical Activity Readiness-Questionnaire (PAR-Q) that NASM uses with clients prior to exercise.</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>The finale in this series of short/tight/overactive muscles and lengthened overactive muscles based on the overhead squat assessment! Since the release of our first episode in this series, we have had excellent feedback, including several teachers suggesting it to their classes. This third of three will cover <strong>three</strong> frequent movement compensations in the overhead squat assessment:</p><ul> <li>Arms Fall Forward<br></li> <li>Scapular Elevation<br></li> <li>Forward Head<br></li></ul><p>Listen for a review of short muscles that lead to this compensation and lengthened muscles that allow the compensations to occur. These episodes are anatomy heavy and may help the listener better understand functional anatomy. Functional anatomy helps listeners better understand how muscles can contribute to movement compensation and dysfunction. It is excellent as a study guide, an explanation of what is going on, or just a refresher to those that already use the overhead squat assessment as a means of providing individualized programming.</p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>You asked for it – you got it! This is part two of three episodes where the topic of over- and underactive muscles will be discussed. This episode will cover two common movement compensations in the overhead squat assessment:</p><ul> <li>Excessive Forward Lean</li> <li>Low Back Arch (Anterior Pelvic Tilt)</li></ul><p>Listen for a review of short muscles that lead to this compensation and lengthened muscles that allow the compensations to occur. These episodes are anatomy heavy and may help the listener better understand functional anatomy. Functional anatomy helps listeners better understand how muscles can contribute to movement compensation and dysfunction. The outcomes may provide a better implementation of exercise preparation AND maybe, just maybe, help you if you're studying for an exam… ;-)&nbsp;</p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=OveractiveUnderactive2"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>According to listener feedback and requests, a discussion on over- and underactive muscles was the most popular request. This is part 1 of 3 episodes where this topic will be discussed. This episode will cover two common movement compensations in the overhead squat assessment:</p><p>- Feet Turn Out</p><p>- Knee Move-In</p><p>A review of short muscles that lead to this compensation and lengthened muscles that allow the compensations to occur. These episodes will be anatomy heavy and may help the listener better understand functional anatomy. Functional anatomy helps listeners better understand how muscles can contribute to movement compensation and dysfunction.</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>As an independent gym owner, I get monthly inquiries from uncertified personal trainers that have been training for many … many… years that have decided not to renew their certification. Yet they still wish to train out of my facility. Below is a small list of responses I have gotten throughout the years when I ask why they are not certified:</p><p>“I could teach these courses.”</p><p>“I know more than most trainers anyway because I’ve been doing this for a long time.”</p><p>“It’s all a racket” … (to make you smarter… oh no!)</p><p>I, being relatively educated in the space of exercise and health science, still maintain multiple certifications. I actually want to increase my education as opposed to only continuing education because a CEU requirement. So, when those that are uncertified want to explain why they should train out of my facilities in NYC, I do not balk. It is unprofessional and there is a HUGE liability issue at stake as well. If you want to become a personal trainer – you MUST get certified. Preferably NASM…;-)</p><p>This episode of the NASM CPT Podcast will discuss, from my perspective, why trainers need to be certified. Tune in and provide your feedback and ideas for future topics to me on IG: @dr.rickrichey or email rick.richey@nasm.org</p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=ImportanceofBeingCertified"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p><br></p><p>Abdominal hollowing (or the draw-in maneuver) and abdominal bracing are both incorporated by therapists, trainers, and other exercise specialists to benefit persons with lumbar instability (Vaičienė, Berškienė, Slapsinskaite, Mauricienė, &amp; Razon, 2018). There is a tendency for professionals to pick one of these interventions while downplaying the validity and value of the other. Integrated training is based on the implementing all evidence that works during the appropriate time with an understanding of how we can optimize outcomes for our clients. We will review the research surrounding abdominal hollowing and abdominal bracing to provide a better understanding of the evidence of their practical applications.</p><p>Evidence shows that deep abdominal muscles are more activated with abdominal hollowing and surface muscles more activated with abdominal bracing (Vaičienė, Berškienė, Slapsinskaite, Mauricienė, &amp; Razon, 2018). Hollowing has shown to increase local spinal stabilizers (Lee et al., 2013; Suehiro et al., 2014; Kim &amp; Oh, 2015; Lee et al., 2016) and LPHC stability while minimizing the facilitation of global muscle activity during exercise (Suehiro et al., 2014; Kahlaee, Ghamkhar, &amp; Arab, 2017). Abdominal hollowing was found superior to abdominal bracing for increasing LPHC stability and leg stiffness in hopping tasks (Dupeyron, Hertzog, Micallef, &amp; Perrey, 2013). Though it does seem that maintaining a neutral spine (Reeve &amp; Dilley, 2009) and costodiaphragmatic (chest / belly) breathing is important to the optimization of muscle activation while performing abdominal hollowing (Ha, Kwon, Kim, &amp; Choung, 2014).</p><p>Multiple data questions the efficacy of treating LBP solely using abdominal hollowing (Unsgaard-Tondel et al., 2012; Vasseljen et al., 2012; Wong et al., 2013). McGill, arguably one of this generation’s top researchers on exercise and the spine, is not a fan of abdominal hollowing, and argues that the transverse abdominus should activate when abdominal bracing is done appropriately without the need to draw-in the navel (2016). He provides evidence that core stiffness is of far more value when it comes to protecting the back (Lee &amp; McGill, 2015).</p><p>Evidence supporting both abdominal bracing and abdominal hollowing work to increase LPHC stabilization. We are not left with a debate on efficacy of these two techniques, but application. Which application should we employee and when?</p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=general&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=gasandsaid"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM provides an integrated model of flexibility that includes corrective, active, and functional flexibility categories. The specific techniques used within the Integrated Flexibility Continuum are as follows:</p><p><em><strong>Integrated Flexibility Continuum</strong></em></p><p>Corrective Flexibility – designed to increase joint ROM for shortened muscles. It is specifically for the areas of hypomobility.</p><ul> <li>SMR/SMT/Foam Rolling</li> <li>Static Stretching</li></ul><p>Active Flexibility</p><ul> <li>SMR/SMT/Foam Rolling</li> <li>Active Isolated Stretching</li></ul><p>Functional Flexibility</p><ul> <li>SMR/SMT/Foam Rolling</li> <li>Dynamic Flexibility</li></ul><p>This episode talks about just because muscles “feel” tight doesn’t mean that they are in fact tight. Assessments are to be done to identify shortened muscles verses lengthened muscles. In an integrated model the progression from on type of flexibility category to another should be aspired to. As initial limits in ROM begin to increase through corrective strategies, more active techniques can be applied to provide strength to the new found ROM. Just like in the OPT model, once strength gains are made, speed can be applied. In this case, functional flexibility can include dynamic flexibility techniques where momentum and speed are added to the stretch. This integrated flexibility continuum is a brilliant, yet simple model to follow to support our client’s flexibility needs.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Terms:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Muscle Spindle = “Stretch-O-Meter”</p><p>Golgi Tendon Organ (GTO) – “Tension-O-Meter”&nbsp;</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>NASM CPT Podcast – Core Training Overview</p><p>Even the biggest bodybuilder with the best set of “Abs” may have a weak core as storied in this episode of the NASM CPT Podcast. Rick talks about the biggest person he’s ever met in real life and how his core stabilization system was … less than impressive. There’s also discussion about statistics, research, and the difference between the stabilization between each vertebrae and stabilization between the pelvis and ribcage.&nbsp;</p><p>Several muscles of the core stabilization system are discussed such as the transverse abdominus, diaphragm, multifidus, and more examining what they do and how they function to support the core.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Maxims to remember:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>- Stabilize the spine before moving it</p><p>- Core is the anchoring point of all functional movement</p><p>- “You can’t have distal mobility without proximal stability”</p><p>Listen to this episode of the NASM CPT podcast for insights about the core and what it’s for and why stabilization of the spine is important.</p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=general&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=core"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>&nbsp;NASM CPT PODCAST – BONES!</p><p>This episode is a review of the skeletal systems. Anatomy only! No ROM or joint actions. Today Rick talks about the bones themselves, names, locations, and mnemonics to help remember and recall their names. This is a high-level overview, so we will just focus on the main bones in the appendicular and axial skeleton.&nbsp;</p><p>- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner helps with knowing the number of vertebrae in each section of the spine</p><p>- Small lies help with knowing which bone in the lower leg is which</p><p>- Some bone names will help with learning names of certain muscles</p><p>Tune in to this episode to help solidify an overview of the skeletal anatomy OR use it for ideas to help teach bony anatomy to your students or clients.</p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=general&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=bones"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>&nbsp;NASM CPT Podcast – Anatomy NAMES</p><p>One of the most common questions I get after a workshop is “how do you remember the names of all those muscles?” So, today we discuss anatomical words for muscles and from where they are derived. It’s important to learn the language of your profession and it’s simpler than you think!</p><p>Muscles reviewed in this episode include:</p><ul> <li>Gastrocnemius</li> <li>Soleus</li> <li>Hamstrings</li> <li>Semimembranosus / Semitendionsus</li> <li>Biceps Femoris</li> <li>Quadriceps</li> <li>Rectus Abdominus</li> <li>Gluteus Maximus</li> <li>Iliopsoas</li> <li>Trapezius</li> <li>Rhomboids</li> <li>Sternocleidomastoid</li></ul><p>Check out the book “Carnal Knowledge” by Charles Hodgson and tune in to this episode of the NASM CPT podcast to learn roots for these anatomical body parts and how memorizing these them MAY not be as difficult as you once thought.</p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=general&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=musclenames"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>Your body is apt at dealing with stress and will make adjustments as needed to cope. General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) allows us to look at the introduction of stress to our system and a spectrum of our body’s ability to deal with it. The levels of the GAS principle are:</p><p><br></p><p>The Alarm Reaction stage</p><ul> <li>What the …!!!</li> <li>Increased soreness</li> <li>Questioning choice of exercises and sometimes exercising in general</li> <li>Decreased performance</li></ul><p>The Resistance stage</p><ul> <li>“Good stress” aka eustress</li> <li>Getting used to the stress</li> <li>Minimized soreness&nbsp;</li> <li>Physiologically fine with practiced exercises</li> <li>Increased performance</li></ul><p>The Exhaustion / Overtraining stage</p><ul> <li>“Over stressed” aka distressed&nbsp;</li> <li>Not enough recovery</li> <li>Irritable&nbsp;</li> <li>Exhausted&nbsp;</li> <li>Decreased performance</li></ul><p>The SAID principle stands for Specific Adaptations to Imposed Demands, which means your body (and mind) will adapt to the specific exercises, stresses, and other demands you impose. As long as you don’t go into the exhaustion phase of the GAS you will continue to build resistance to these stresses and adapt. Work from a place of moderate stress where you can find success and build from there! Learn more by listening to this episode of the NASM CPT podcast.</p><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=general&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=gasandsaid"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message

<p>The <strong>OPT Model</strong>, or <strong>Optimum Performance Training Model</strong>, is a fitness training system developed by NASM. The OPT Model is based on scientific evidence and principles that progresses an individual through five training phases: stabilization endurance, strength endurance, hypertrophy, maximal strength and power.</p><p><br></p><p>In the inaugural episode of the NASM CPT Podcast, host Rick Richey walks through exactly what the OPT model is, how it's used and why it's beneficial for trainers of all levels who want to help their clients.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>With this easy-to-use model, you'll be able to help clients achieve their fitness goals, no matter their age or athletic ability - from beginners, to pros.</p><p>The OPT™ model - and NASM as a whole - is simply powerful.</p><p><em><strong>Get 20% off your order now by calling 800-460-6276 or visiting </strong></em><a href="https://www.nasm.org/?utm_source=general&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=organic&amp;utm_content=gasandsaid"><em><strong>NASM.org</strong></em></a><em><strong>, and using the code Podcast 20.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nasm-cpt/message