#349 Alex Sterner - Why You Should Bend and Rotate Your Spine in Your Training
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Alex Sterner is a certified strength and conditioning coach who specializes in Brazilian Jiujitsu. Follow Alex on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/alex.sterner?igsh=MWQ0bHB3emFkZjFkcA==Alex shares:-Why your spine was meant to move not stay rigid. -Why you not only can, but should train and load by bending, flexing, and rotating at your spine. -Examples of how our spine moves under load and against force in sports and everyday life. -How to approach training for a strong and mobile spine. -How to overcome fears around loading and moving your spine. -Why he doesn’t like the phrase “wear and tear” in the context of our joints.-Why explosiveness and power are important in your training.-Why skipping is a useful training tool.-Why “impact” can be good for your spine, bones, and joints. -Plus much more. 00:15 Meet Alex Sterner: Strength and Conditioning Expert01:03 The Importance of Spinal Movement04:07 Real-Life Examples of Spinal Flexion07:38 Overcoming Fear and Misconceptions10:55 Training Methods for Spinal Mobility24:27 Reframing Wear and Tear27:44 Optimism in Aging and Adaptation29:23 Power and Explosiveness in Training32:25 The Importance of Impact and Eccentric Force34:46 Risk vs Reward in Training41:00 Functional Strength and Transfer to Sport48:06 Four Key Qualities for Athletic Improvement51:44 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsI’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by:-Subscribing and checking out more episodes-Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I’ll respond)-Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episodeFollow Andrew Coates:Instagram:@andrewcoatesfitnessJoin My Email List:www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
