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A roundup of the recent episodes of The Fitness Industry Podcast, powered by Australian Fitness
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Real ‘Happy meals’ for brighter brains
with Kristen Beck
Nutritionist and exercise scientist Kristen Beck
has over 20 years’ experience in the nutrition,
supplement and fitness industries. Here, she chats
about nutrition and brain health; adrenal fatigue
and severe anxiety; the calming effect of a healthy
gut microbiome; and how eating more vegies is the
first step to a happier brain!
Periodised programming for everyday
clients
with Brodie Hicks
Strength and conditioning coach Brodie Hicks
has a wealth of experience in using periodised
programming for the general population as well
as with elite athletes. Here, he chats about linear
and non-linear periodisation; macro- , micro- and
meso-cycles; focusing on volume before intensity
and simple before complex; and breaking down
big goals into manageable phases.
Respect the nerves
with Merrin Martin
Physiotherapist Merrin Martin has been helping
clients to rehabilitate fitness, sport and dancerelated
injuries for two decades. In this episode she
talks about the role of the nervous system, holding
stretches and neural tension, how injuries interrupt
nerve pathways, and the effects of pressure and
traction force on the nerves.
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Pilates exercises can enhance every
PT’s strength training
with Stephanie Glickman
Stephanie Glickman is a Pilates instructor trainer
whose own studio combines clinical Pilates, group
reformer, mat classes and strength training. Here,
she discusses the benefits to PTs of adding Pilates
moves to regular strength training programs,
how the exercises can help with body lines and
mobility, and busting trainers’ misconceptions
about Pilates.
The beauty of striving for perfect
technique
with Hays Daewoud
Martial arts coach and educator Hays Daewoud
trained fighters to win international titles before
switching his focus to boxing-for-fitness. Here,
he talks about bringing the focus back to boxing
skills; the importance of evidence-based practice;
and aiming for perfection in technique, even when
you’re boxing-for-fitness, not competition.
Fasting, food choices and future health
directions
with Professor Grant Schofield
A Professor of Public Health, Grant Schofield
is well-known for his work around low carb and
ketogenic eating. Here, he talks about fasting,
nutritional ketosis and autophagy; resisting
junk food promotions; and the huge impact that
switching 10% of the nation’s health budget from
treatment to prevention could have.
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