The Rdella Training Podcast: Strength Training | Kettlebells | Barbells | Fitness | Nutrition

Here's 4 simple steps to getting better results. In the latest podcast, I'll share the simple 4 step process I use to get progressive training results. And, find out exactly how to AVOID the big mistake most people make in their training (and the mistake I made for many years). If you're serious and committed to your training and fitness goals, you'll have to check out this short, informative episode. Here's more of what you'll learn about in this session: Why my big mistake sabotaged my training progress for years... Understand the difference between activity and progress Why "random acts of variety" isn't the way to train The #1 factor in picking a program How to pick a program that's right for you The one critical thing you must do when you start a training program If you like the show, PLEASE drop a quick review in iTunes. Click here to review and subscribe. The great book I mention on the show is Easy Strength by Dan John and Pavel. And, The Shock and Awe Protocol is now available on Amazon. Take action with the information to accelerate your training progress, if you're not doing this already. It will make a huge difference, guaranteed. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it.

Greg Everett is the author of the great books, Olympic Weightlifting: A Guide For Coaches and Olympic Weightlifting For Sports. He's also the creator of the new movie "American Weightlifting" which chronicles the sport of Olympic weightlifting. You'll hear all about this incredible new movie and the story behind it in this amazing interview with the Greg. Greg is a premier weightlifting coach, weightlifter, weightlifting author, and owns Catalyst Athletics in Northern California. This is an inspiring and informative podcast interview with one of the top strength coaches in weightlifting. Here's some of what you'll learn in this interview: How Greg got started in weightlifting and why he's so passionate about it Hear the story of how Catalyst Athletics came to be Learn about Greg's approach to strength training and what "other" training implements he prefers What Greg considers to be the "foundation" of training Why you need to see the new movie "American Weightlifting" (and understand the inspiration behind the film) How this movie can impact the current landscape in strength and performance training Is CrossFit helping or hurting Olympic weightlifting? Find out the best way to get started in weightlifting or how to take your training to the next level Learn about the Catalyst Athletic Certification (Is it right for you?) And, much more great information to help all of us improve our strength and performance If you like the show, PLEASE drop a quick review in iTunes. Click here to review and subscribe. SHOW NOTES. To learn more about Greg Everett and his products and services, visit CatalystAthletics.com. And, to learn more about the new movie "American Weightlifting," visit AmericanWeightliftingFilm.com. If you don't have Greg's great books, I highly recommend them to get started or improve your Olympic lifting skills and performance. Check out Olympic Weightlifting: A Complete Guide for Coaches and Athletes or Olympic Weightlifting for Sports. They are both outstanding. PLEASE SHARE this episode to help educate and spread the word on weightlifting and the great work from Greg Everett.

Learn how to develop serious strength and power in this important interview with Dr. Michael Hartle.  Dr. Hartle has an extensive background in powerlifting as a nationally ranked competitor with USAPL, he is a Master Kettlebell Instructor, and is a practicing Chiropractor, among many other notable credentials. Dr. Hartle has incredible knowledge and passion about barbell training and is currently one of the chief instructors in the StrongFirst barbell certification, which you'll hear about in the interview. Here's some of what you'll learn in this jam packed audio session: How to integrate kettlebells and barbells effectively into a program The best kettlebell exercises to incorporate into a barbell program Are the powerlifts really technical? Who should deadlift and who shouldn't The stigma of the deadlift What you may be missing by NOT deadlifting Doc's recommended rep and set schemes for the deadlift The keys to an effective bench press Why we need to squat properly before loading the movement (yes this seems obvious, but surprisingly this is often not followed) Learn about other squat variations Where to start if you're interested in competitive Powerlifting Unique strength and conditioning programming, specifically for Football The most important kettlebell exercises for "in season" programming One of the most "underutilized" kettlebell exercise that almost no one talks about Learn about the StrongFirst barbell certification (are you ready for it?) The BIG ACTION for you to take after listening to this interview! (DO THIS) And more... Please subscribe to the show in iTunes by clicking here (and drop a quick review while you're there). SHOW NOTES. To connect with Dr. Michael Hartle, go to ChiroPower.com for more information. And, check out Advanced Strength and Speed Strategies on Facebook. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with others.

Learn all about strength training through the philosophy and vision of StrongFirst with the CEO of StrongFirst, Mark Toomey. The organization's creed is "strength has a greater purpose" and you'll learn all about this mission in this interview session. Mark is extremely passionate and educated in many aspects of the fitness industry and is one of the creators of the StrongFirst organization, along with Pavel Tsatsouline, the founder of the modern day kettlebell movement. If you don't know about StrongFirst and how you can benefit from the workshops, certifications, and resources, you'll learn everything you need to know in this interview. And, if you're already involved in the StrongFirst community, you'll hear about what's on the horizon and how to continue your own skill progressions. Here's some of what you'll hear about in this great interview: Mark's explanation of why the kettlebell? What is the StrongFirst philosophy of training? What is most important about Pavel's principles? Which is more important, strength or movement? How to get started and become part of the StrongFirst community The importance of community What is the future for StrongFirst? Learn about the Tactical Strength Challenge (see below) The differences between the workshops and certifications. Which is right for you? What you need to do to prepare for a certification Understanding the business of StrongFirst (it's not what you think) What's coming up next from StongFirst? (new stuff) What Mark recommends you do after listening to this interview And, more great insight about strength and performance training... To subscribe to the show, click here.  (Please drop a review in iTunes while you're there!) SHOW NOTES: For complete information on workshops, certifications, certified instructors, and much more go to StrongFirst.com. To find out more about the Tactical Strength Challenge, click here. Please share this valuable episode! And, stay tuned for a very powerful episode 37 coming your way soon!

Hear about the most cutting edge research in spinal stabilization and strength training with the world's leading spine biomechanics expert, Dr. Stuart McGill. I was extremely honored to speak with Dr. McGill and learn from his incredible knowledge and experience in the area of spine biomechanics to maximize performance and prevent injuries. I  can guarantee one thing.  You will learn a lot in this interview. Dr. McGill is the author of Low Back Disorders and Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance, both of which are breakthrough books in the area of spinal stabilization and "core" training. In this episode, Dr. McGill reveals his philosophy and treatment approaches with his unique patients and high level athletes. Here's some of what you'll learn about in this highly informative podcast session: Hear the story about how Dr. McGill became interested in kettlebells and how this tool fits into his approach Find out who Dr. McGill says has the strongest "core" he's ever seen What is most important about the kettlebell swing Assets and liabilities of the kettlebell swing The importance of "muscular stiffness" in core training Why proximal stiffness matters before anything else Why the hip hinge is optimal for the kettlebell swing The difference between "movement" and "moment" and why this is important Which is more important, muscular strength or endurance? What is the Russian Descending Pyramid? What you must remember to avoid disc herniation The "Big 3" exercises for core stability The significance of the Bird Dog exercise His 5 stages of progression in spine rehab The missing link in spinal strengthening The importance of the kettlebell carry And a lot more! This is a really amazing episode with very important information to help us all prevent back injuries and maximize our performance. I highly recommend that you listen all the way through, take notes, and apply the information in your own training. To find out more about Dr. Stuart McGill, go to BackFitPro.com to learn more about his educational resources and seminars. Don't forget to drop a quick review in iTunes and to subscribe to the show, click here. If you could, PLEASE SHARE this valuable episode! ---------------------------------------------------- To get free updates, valuable content, and the "Shock and Awe" Protocol, enter your email in above for instant access.  (NOTE: I'm going to have another report coming, so the "Shock and Awe" Protocol will be coming down soon!)  

Get the latest information and research on glute training (which is central to training success and getting the results we want) in this audio interview with "The Glute Guy," Bret Contreras. Bret is the co-author of a new best selling book "Strong Curves" which was written for woman, but you'll learn why we all need this information to enhance our training and performance. Bret is a strength and conditioning specialist and researcher who is working on his PhD in Sports Science and he's got some excellent information to share that can improve your training. Here's some of what you'll learn in this interview: Find out which training tools he uses and prefers and what his #1 recommendation is The best way to perform the plank for maximum muscular activation Hear why the book "Strong Curves" can benefit each and every athlete and lifter, not just women Discover what research reveals about what is the #1 exercise for strong, powerful glutes (that you probably aren't doing) How the #1 exercise may improve other lifts The best exercise to improve sprint speed Best overall exercises to activate the glutes Current concepts in the science of kettlebell training And, much more, of course... Be sure to subscribe to the Podcast and drop a review in iTunes by clicking here. Make sure to listen all the way through and take action with this information. To connect with Bret and learn more, find him at BretContreras.com. And, make sure to check out Bret's book and program "Strong Curves" for more information on the significance of glute training for all of us. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it. ------------------------------ Don't forget, if you have a "kettlebell success story" you want to share for an upcoming article, please send it to me through the contact page. I'd love to include and share your story about how kettlebells have helped you.

Learn a new version of strength training as revealed in a candid and extremely insightful interview with Physical Therapist, strength coach, and kettlebell certified instructor, Charlie Weingroff. Charlie is a guy with incredible experience, passion, and knowledge about strength training, injury prevention, and maximizing human performance. He's the ultimate "no BS" strength coach with an uncomplicated, raw view on getting strong and getting results. I was honored to speak to him recently and learn about his dynamic approach, which you'll hear all about in this interview. I highly encourage you to take notes and listen while fully engaged without distractions so that you can learn and take in the lessons he discusses in this interview. Listen, learn, and apply the information that is presented in this (and each) podcast episode. Here's some of what you'll hear about in this session: Charlie's simple approach to training, whether high level athlete or recreational exerciser The most important factor in program design How he integrates the FMS (Functional Movement Screen) for optimal performance Problems and fixes with the kettlebell swing Why the kettlebell is a different version of strong Charlie's picks for the top training tools Why the kettlebell allows for faster recovery Limitations of kettlebell training Learn about Charlie's breakthrough product, Training Equals Rehab And, hear the BIG ACTION he recommends after listening to this interview (it's a great one!) There is a lot to learn here, so please listen closely and use what applies to you. To drop a review in iTunes and subscribe to the show, click here. SHOW NOTES: To learn more about Charlie Weingroff and his products, go to CharlieWeingroff.com. You can check out some great YouTube videos that Charlie has on his website to learn more about his Training Equals Rehab DVD set. Again, I hope you learned some great things that can help you train and get the results you want. If you liked this, please share it. And, don't forget, I'd love to have feedback on the Podcast to make it better. Go to the contact page and shoot me a quick message with your feedback. I value your feedback, so please take a minute to let your voice be heard!  

Maximizing strength, minimizing risk for injury, and programming ideas are some of the topics that are discussed in this informative podcast episode. Listen to an amazing interview with the Author of the book Maximum Strength, Eric Cressey. Eric is a renowned strength and conditioning coach, owner of Cressy Performance, and author of many books and articles on strength, conditioning, and injury prevention. Anytime you can get a guy like Eric to learn from, we need to listen and think about how we can apply his great insights and perspectives into our own strength and performance training. You'll learn a lot in this power packed, informational audio interview session with valuable, practical advice to your improve strength and performance. Here's some of what you'll hear about in this episode: The single most important thing Eric did in his own training to get insanely strong His specific programming approach to strength for beginners through advanced Understand the difference between 'overreaching' and 'overtraining' and how to recognize the signs Learn the most common shoulder problems and how to effectively manage Discover his simple keys to reduce the risk for injury Hear how he likes to integrate kettlebells into his programming Learn about Eric's "Show and Go" Training System And, many more great tips and insight from Eric... Be sure to listen all the way through for valuable training information in this audio session. To drop a review and subscribe to the show in iTunes, click here. And, don't forget, the show can be found in Stitcher, as well. SHOW NOTES: To learn more about Eric Cressey, find him at EricCressey.com. And, to find out more about Eric's "Show and Go" Training System, go to ShowAndGoTraining.com. I hope you got great value from this episode and get ready for another great interview, next with Charlie Weingroff. If you enjoyed this interview, please share it and help me spread the word and grow the RdellaTraining Podcast to the next level. Have suggestions for the show? Let me know and shoot me an email, tell me what you'd like to learn about. And, the next episode features another great interview, this one with Charlie Weingroff. Believe, you don't want to miss this one.

Here's your guide to Olympic weightlifting with U.S. International Weightlifting coach, Danny Camargo. You'll learn all about the Olympic lifts in this great podcast episode. Danny is passionate, knowledgeable, and extremely transparent in his approach. This is a very insightful and valuable interview if you're new to weightlifting or you want to advance your training progressions. Here's some of what you'll learn in this episode: Who should consider Olympic weightlifting and the best way to get started What are the 3 most important things for successful lifting How long it typically takes to establish a foundation for proper lifts How to progress and deepen your skills What type of programming is best for you Danny's top 2 books to get you started or advance your training And, so much more knowledge, insight, and practical training information Danny's a great guy with a lot of knowledge, so I encourage you to listen all the way through and learn as much as you can. If you're interested in finding out more about Danny Camargo and his Olympic weightlifting seminars and coaching, check him out at Altamonte Crossfit. And, for Danny's informative Facebook fan page, click here. I hope you enjoyed this episode, so please share it. You'll definitely want to check out the next podcast with renowned strength and conditioning expert, Eric Cressey of Cressey Performance. And, to drop a quick review in iTunes and subscribe to the show, click here.

Learn about 5 specific, powerful kettlebell progressions to consider in your kettlebell training journey. These progressions are for those that have a strong foundation of fundamental kettlebell skills. But, even if you're not ready for these yet, this will be important to understand for future consideration and program progressions. Benefits of the exercises covered in this episode include: improving athleticism improving strength enhancing mobility building power and explosiveness and, achieving a high level of fitness and performance These are 5 very powerful kettlebell progressions to know about. But, please carefully consider whether these progressions are currently a match for your goals and skill set. To drop a quick review and subscribe in iTunes, click here. As a reminder, I started rolling out new weekly videos with tips and progressions, so be sure to check out the YouTube Channel. Hope you enjoyed this episode and I have some cutting edge, breakthrough episodes coming for you soon!!!

Get stronger, move better, and regain the body you were meant to have with the new book, Original Strength by Tim Anderson and Geoff Neupert. In this episode, I interviewed one of the authors, Tim Anderson, as he tells us all about the benefits of Original Strength. You'll be able to apply this information immediately to your training and better understand why fundamental human movement is so important so that we get the results we want. Here's some of what you'll learn in this episode: What exactly is Original Strength Find out who this book benefits the most Learn how this build's from Tim's previous 2 books (Becoming Bulletproof and Pressing Reset) Discover the vestibular system and why this is so critical for core strength Learn specifically how to use the Original Strength system in your own training Understand the real benefits of fundamental movement patterns and how to get started now Find out how to use these simple, time efficient methods and progressions in your training Understand why we all need "Original Strength" And, much more... To subscribe to the show and drop a quick review in iTunes, click here. Show Notes. To learn more about Tim and Geoff's book and Original Strength, check out OriginalStrength.net. Also, check out this amazing video of Tim doing a one mile spiderman crawl that we talked about on the show. If you're skeptical about the approach, you need to check this out. And, be sure to grab the great book, Original Strength by Tim Anderson and Geoff Neupert and discover why you are meant to move. If you enjoyed the episode, please share it.

Learn how to minimize risk for injuries, understand the value of the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), and learn tips to improve your strength in this outstanding interview with Brett Jones. Brett Jones is a Master kettlebell instructor, top strength coach, and expert in the area of Functional Movement. This is an extremely valuable and insightful interview with many great training tips and advice you can use and apply immediately. Here's some of what you'll learn and discover in this interview: What is the foundation to physical strength. Understand the common misunderstanding of training for strength vs. hypertrophy. Understand why "big" isn't always strong. What is the FMS (Functional Movement Screen) and how this can add value to your training. What the FMS does and does not do. What else we need to look at besides the FMS. The best exercises for "healthy" shoulders. 2 surprising shoulder strengthening exercises anyone can do. The most overlooked aspect of back strength programming. The #1 exercise to prevent low back pain (most feared, least used). The truth about the Turkish Get Up (are we being too technical?) Who should/shouldn't do the TGU. Brett's recommendation to prepare for advanced kettlebell certifications. The one tool he'd use if he couldn't train with a kettlebell or barbell. The ONE BIG ACTION for you to take after listening to this interview. And, so much more... I encourage you to listen to this entire episode (as there's some really great tips at the end) and apply the information to your own training. To subscribe to the show or drop a review in iTunes, click here. SHOW NOTES: To connect with Brett Jones, you can find him at Applied Strength.com. To learn more about the FMS, go to Funtional Movement.com. To find out about other assessment tools discussed, visit Move2Perform.com. To find out more about group use of the FMS, visit Movement Lectures.com. For the Brett Jones RKC/SFG prep program, click here. To see Brett Jones in action and get a deep dive education in the Turkish Get Up, check out the Kalos Stenos DVD and Kettlebells From the Ground Up 2, Advanced Progressions DVD. Also, the Dynami DVD is excellent for swing, squat, press, and many more techniques and progressions. I hope you enjoy this interview and learn from all the great tips and wisdom. Please take action with the information and take your training to the next level. If you like this, please share it! ——————————————————————————– To get the FREE “Shock & Awe” Protocol with over 30 pages of content, enter your email now in the box above and I’ll see you on the inside. 

What exactly is hormonal optimization and why you must understand your hormones to optimize health and performance. Find out about this and much more in this in-depth episode of the RdellaTraining Podcast! You'll get a concise education in optimizing your hormones for health and performance with Hormone Optimization and Kettlebell expert, the one and only, Mike Mahler. We discussed topics in hormones, supplements, and kettlebell training in this information packed and actionable audio session. Here's some of what you'll learn: What is hormonal optimization and why you need to understand how to manage your hormones. What is the "king" hormone and how you can effectively manage it? Learn about the 5 Master hormones. How to determine what nutritional approach is best for you. Learn all about Mike's new Testosterone Booster: how it works and the 'unique' benefits How to expand your knowledge in hormonal optimization for maximum benefit. Are kettlebells "over-hyped?" How to implement kettlebelll programming for the MMA athlete and the 3 big areas of focus What is the "perfect match" with kettlebell training? The best exercises and methods to combine with kettlebells What's the ONE THING you need to do after listening to this interview??? And, much more, of course! To subscribe to the show and drop a review in iTunes, click here. And, to get the Stitcher app, click here. SHOW NOTES: To find out more about Mike Mahler, find him at MikeMahler.com. To get Mike's book, Live Life Aggressively, click here.  This book also supports 2 great causes, just FYI. To get Mike's comprehensive course on hormonal optimization, click here. And, here's the reference article I mentioned on kettlebell transference to barbell lifts. Don't forget to subscribe right now to get free updates, inside information, and get your FREE copy of the "Shock & Awe" Protocol. Thanks for listening and please share this great interview.

Sprint Training has a long list of benefits that most people aren't even aware of. And, it's not just an important training method for athletes, but many people can reap the benefits of sprint training. In this cutting edge interview with Sprint Expert, Franz Snideman, you'll learn everything you need to know about the benefits of sprinting, how this fits into strength training, and the best way to get started. Franz is incredible and extremely passionate about sprinting.  Right now, he's currently working with professional surfer, Jamie Sterling (pictured below implementing sprint mechanics). You'll learn a lot by listening to this interview and be able take action immediately with the practical tips Franz discusses. Take a look at what you'll hear about in this episode: What is Primal Speed? What are the "prerequisites" for someone to sprint? Understand the real benefits (the hidden benefits) of sprinting. Why sprint training is so important for everyone. What is the 1st thing you need to learn to sprint effectively? How does sprint training fit into a strength training regimen? What you need to know to avoid injuries with sprinting. Why training at "max effort" is a bad idea. Specific programming for sprint training. Why it's important to understand the nervous system's role in sprint training. Barefoot sprinting, is it the right thing to do? The 4 Pillars of Primal Speed. And, much more! To subscribe and listen to the show in iTunes, click here. (Please leave a review in iTunes, while you're there.) SHOW NOTES: To connect with Franz, learn more about sprinting training, and get more information about Primal Speed, click here. To learn more about the Primal Speed certification, click here. If you like this episode, please share it!

This episode features an interview with the author of the ground-breaking new book "Supple Leopard" by Physical Therapist and Strength Coach, Kelly Starrett. Kelly is the creator of MobilityWOD.com, which has revolutionized how athletes think about human movement and performance. MobilityWOD is one of the top fitness blogs on the internet and Kelly is a performance innovator who has been featured in many major magazines and publications. Supple Leopard is an exciting new book that reveals a big part of Kelly's mobility approach for optimizing human performance. I was extremely excited to have him share his story and insight on this cutting edge, new book which will be released in April, 2013. This is an interview you'll probably want to listen to more than once, if you really want to absorb all the information and concepts that Kelly discusses. In this great interview, here's some of what you'll hear about: What is it to be a "supple leopard?" Why human movement matters. Why 98% of injuries are preventable. Who is "supple leopard" written for? How this approach can be "scalable" for everyone. Why motor learning is critical to optimize human performance and achieving all fitness goals. The best way to use this book and information. You'll also learn how you can reinforce your learning with another great resource from Kelly. And, you'll get Kelly's simple, practical advice you can take action with after listening to this interview. To subscribe to the podcast, click here (please drop a quick review). Also, the podcast is now available in the FREE app Stitcher for your smart phone. SHOW NOTES. To get the FREE 50 page PDF sample of SUPPLE LEOPARD that was mentioned in the show, click here. The video course I mentioned that was done by Kelly on Creative Live is outstanding.  For further learning and all the details, see CreativeLive with Kelly Starrett.  I highly recommend this online course and have it myself. And, of course, get the new book, Supple Leopard. Please tweet, like, and share this episode by clicking one of the buttons above. Also, enter your email to get updates and grab your copy of the "Shock & Awe" Protocol.  It's free!