Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple, Chapter 3 Mobility

Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple, Chapter 3 Mobility

Author: Pete McCall & Glassbox Media December 14, 2022 Duration: 30:36
If Monday is "international chest day," (so-named because a lot of people tend to do chest press on Mondays) which day is international mobility day? Mobility workouts are a popular on social media; however beyond being a current trend, mobility should be a key component of your overall workout program. Knowing how to properly enhance the range-of-motion of your mobile joints as well as how to strengthen your stable ones are foundational components of long-term exercise success. Chapter 3 of Smarter Workouts is all about mobility, what it is and how to enhance it through exercise. It's all about understand the role of mobility in your workout program on this episode of All About Fitness. Go to www.bioptimizers.com/aafitness and enter code AAFITNESS to get 25% off any order. Learn how to design your own workouts; order a copy of Smarter Workouts: the Science of Exercise Made Simple https://amzn.to/3dBVfg4 Learn how exercise can slow the aging process and allow you to add YEARS to your life with Ageless Intensity: High Intensity Workouts to Slow the Aging Process https://amzn.to/3eYieSC Functional Core Training e-book This e-book explains how the muscles of your core work as a single unit and identifies the most effective exercises for making them stronger. https://amzn.to/3VL3EOp Dynamic Anatomy This e-book explains the difference between muscle and fascia, describes how different muscles function together to produce movement and identifies the most effective exercises for popular muscles like the hamstrings, shoulders and, of course, the glutes.  https://amzn.to/3XUZK7s Exercise for the Fountain of Youth This e-book explains the role that exercise plays in reversing many of the effects of the aging process and provides a simple, easy-to-follow workout program that can help you to use exercise to extend your lifespan. The prequel to Ageless Intensity. https://amzn.to/3gVRcg9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered how the right kind of movement can fundamentally change your relationship with getting older? Host Pete McCall, alongside Glassbox Media, digs into that very question on All About Fitness. This isn't about quick fixes or fleeting trends, but a deeper look at the science of sustaining a capable, resilient body through the years. Each episode feels like a direct conversation with the researchers and innovators who are actually doing the work, cutting through the noise to discuss what truly makes a difference. You'll hear practical breakdowns on everything from interpreting new fitness studies to the real-world application of emerging equipment, all framed around long-term vitality. The focus here is on evidence-based strategies that address the cumulative effects of time and stress, offering actionable ways to build strength and enhance metabolic health at any stage of life. Tune in for a thoughtful, grounded approach to exercise that prioritizes understanding over hype, helping you make informed choices for your personal fitness journey.
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