FitnessFAQs Podcast

Christopher Sommer is a former US national gymnastics coach. With over 40 years of experience, you'll be gaining a wealth of wisdom from this podcast. I first stumbled across his book building the gymnastics body in 2009.. Without Christopher's principles, the world of bodyweight strength training and calisthenics would not be what it is today..(0:11) - bodyweight training for adults (5:54) - Train like a champion(11:23) - Physical prep is the answer(20:30) - You don't need progressive overload to make gains  (24:14) - Importance of strong tendons for bodyweight training(41:19) - The problem with crossfit(47:28) - Hamstring flexibility & strength(49:08) - The magic of pullovers (56:08) - Why plyometrics are key(1:00:14) - How to perform under pressure (1:08:42) - Male vs Female psychology(1:12:32) - Why the "Everyone's A Winner" thinking is wrong (1:16:19) - Successful people do this.Follow Christopher:WebsiteSponsors:💪 Get 10% Discount on the best calisthenics equipment by Gornation at https://www.gornation.com/?ref=fitnessfaqs (automatically applied at checkout)🚨 Get 10% Off FitnessFAQs workout programs. Use Code PODCAST10 at checkout - fitnessfaqs.com Stay in touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnessfaqsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FitnessFAQsEmail: https://fitnessfaqs.com/contact/

Want to build more muscle? Geoffrey is one of the largest and smartest people I know. Today we learn the best ways to workout for the goal of bodybuilding. .(0:11) - Worst Injury Story(5:21) - Why You Should Change Exercises(15:15) - Free Weights Are King(22:17) - Best Ways To Progress(34:12) - How To Lift Heavier (45:31) - The Optimal Workout Split(48:31) - The Problem With Perfect Technique(53:26) - Staying Motivated At Gym.Follow Jeff:YouTubeSponsors:💪 Get 10% Discount on the best calisthenics equipment by Gornation at https://www.gornation.com/?ref=fitnessfaqs (automatically applied at checkout)🚨 Get 10% Off FitnessFAQs workout programs. Use Code PODCAST10 at checkout - fitnessfaqs.com Stay in touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnessfaqsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FitnessFAQsEmail: https://fitnessfaqs.com/contact/

Want to become flexible as an adult? You can increase your range of motion with the right method and stretches. Today I'm joined by Jake Blundell, a mobility specialist from Australia. .(0:11) - Adults Can Get Flexible(1:11) - Design Your Own Workout (4:15) - Follow Along Routines?(5:45) - How Long To See Results (9:57) - Simple Ways To Get Flexible(17:22) - Weighted Stretching (24:32) - Daily Mobility Exercises(27:55) - Overcome Plateaus In Flexibility(30:56) - How To Make Stretching Fun(35:53) - Beginner Mistakes (40:01) - Sample Workout And Technique(43:11) - Goals You Should Set(48:49) - Fix Low Back Pain (54:43) - Bodybuilding And Flexibility.Follow Jake:InstagramSponsors:💪 Get 10% Discount on the best calisthenics equipment by Gornation at https://www.gornation.com/?ref=fitnessfaqs (automatically applied at checkout)🚨 Get 10% Off FitnessFAQs workout programs. Use Code PODCAST10 at checkout - fitnessfaqs.com Stay in touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnessfaqsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FitnessFAQsEmail: https://fitnessfaqs.com/contact/

Zef Zakaveli is the man responsible for making calisthenics popular. With over 20 years of experience, today you'll learn the philosophy behind bar-barian workout method. .(00:11) - The Story of Starting Calisthenics(04:51) - Why High Reps?(14:04) - The Barbarian Requirements(17:24) - What Is Good Technique?(19:14) - Overtraining In Calisthenics(23:16) - Goals Are Important(30:15) - Weighted Calisthenics(35:38) - Calisthenics In Your 30's & Beyond(41:03) - Benefits of High Reps(47:49) - How To Use Isometrics(51:44) - The Power Of Group Training.Follow Zef:InstagramSponsors:💪 Get 10% Discount on the best calisthenics equipment by Gornation at https://www.gornation.com/?ref=fitnessfaqs (automatically applied at checkout)🚨 Get 10% Off FitnessFAQs workout programs. Use Code PODCAST10 at checkout - fitnessfaqs.com Stay in touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnessfaqsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FitnessFAQsEmail: https://fitnessfaqs.com/contact/