What I’m excited about
In the fitness industry, you see a lot of blogs ranting about what is wrong in the industry, what needs to change etc etc. What I’m going to do today is miss that trend and blog about what I’m currently excited about in the world of health and fitness. We need more positive information in the fitness industry to combat the sea of negativity that is out there.
1. Biofeedback testing – This is a big one in the industry at the moment. It is polarising many people in the industry. Some very vocal supporters include Mike T Nelson and Adam T Glass (must have something to do with the middle T). my opinion on it is undecided but it definitely intrigues me. I have been using biofeedback testing in my clinical practice through Applied Kinesiology but have never used range of motion testing. I am still not totally sold on biofeedback testing for program design but have used it with exercise selection and workout duration. As of this moment I am not a convert but you could call me a biofeedback agnostic! Watch this space for more!
2. Magnesium Oil and DHEA optimisation – Many thanks to Mike Mahler for educating me about this through his facebook page. Looking at hormone optimisation is something I am very big on with my clients as I believe it is absolutely essential for optimal health and performance. I will be going to New York later this year to study Charles Poliquin’s Biosignature course to further my understanding of his approach to treating hormones. Anyway, back to DHEA, it is a super important hormone when it comes to repair. Anytime we are stressed, we release Cortisol to the detriment of DHEA. THink of DHEA as the Yin to Cortisols Yang. Using magnesium oil is a cheap and effective way to restore levels of this important hormone plus replenish magnesium, which has a whole host of other benefits
3. Functional Medicine – This in my opinion is the future of health. Using a combination of high tech lab testing, clinical reasoning, natural remedies and lifestyle modification it is the complete method of treating chronic illnesses. I have just started to study it and cannot wait to integrate it fully into my practice.
4. Kettlebell Sport – This is my new training pastime. It basically involves timed sets of ten minutes with three differnet lifts – the kettlebell snatch, the 2 arm kettlebell jerk and the 2 arm kettlebell long cycle clean and jerk. Absolutely brutal but awesome training!
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Nice words about biofeedback! How is it going for you?
It is only a matter of time in my opinion before it is used for all program design. Periodization models are already going that direction, with the latest being flexible non-linear periodization. I saw a great presentation and got to chat with Dr. Fleck this past weekend in FL about these methods.
Anything I can do to help, let me know!
rock on
Mike T Nelson PhD(c)
REFERENCE
J Strength Cond Res. 2010 Jan;24(1):17-22.
Flexible nonlinear periodization in a beginner college weight training class.
McNamara JM, Stearne DJ.
Department of Physical Education, St. Francis College, Brooklyn Heights, New York, USA. jmcnamara@stfranciscollege.edu
Abstract
McNamara, JM and Stearne, DJ. Flexible nonlinear periodization in a beginner college weight training class. J Strength Cond Res 24(1): 17-22, 2010-The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of a flexible nonlinear (FNL) periodized weight training program compared to a nonlinear (NL) periodized weight training program on strength and power. Sixteen beginner weight training students were randomly assigned to an FNL group (n = 8) or an NL group (n = 8). The exercise program included a combination of machines and free weights completed in 30 minutes, twice per week, for 12 consecutive weeks. Both groups were assigned the same total training volume of 3,680 repetitions and the same total training repetition maximum assignments of 10, 15, and 20. The FNL group, however, was allowed to choose which day they completed the 10-, 15-, or 20-repetition workout. This was the only difference between the groups. Pre- and post-test measures included chest press, leg press, and standing long jump. The FNL group significantly improved by an average increase of 62 kg (p < 0.05), whereas the NL group only increased by an average of 16 kg in the leg press. The FNL group did not significantly differ in chest press or standing long jump performance when compared to the NL group. The conclusion from this study is that an FNL periodization program may be a highly effective method of training for improving leg strength. Coaches can immediately implement an FNL program by evaluating the readiness of an athlete immediately before his or her training session, then adjusting the assigned exercise intensity accordingly.
PMID: 20042923 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
Cool stuff. How did they assess the readiness of the athlete?
Biofeedback is going well for rehab cases. I’m finding it’s good at confirming my intuitions about what the best exercises are for certain injuries. I think a copy of Grip n Rip needs to be ordered!
Paul