The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Stretch-Shortening Cycle & Force-Velocity Curve Oct 05, 2023

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Time to check the mailbox.

On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey deep dives into stretch strengthening cycle and force-velocity curve. He will start by defining both, then transition into how the stretch-shortening cycle differs from the force-velocity curve, plus add his personal touch of examples on the topic.

NASM’s Performance Enhancement Course is predicated on these two topics so enjoy the knowledge drop courtesy of Dr. Richey.

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How Deep Should I Squat? Oct 03, 2023

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The title pretty much sums it up.

It’s a question many ask, but few know the answer to. So, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, is here to drop knowledge on just how low…you should go.

In this exclusive encore episode, he separates fact from fiction, shares personal experiences with this dynamic strength exercise, the importance of ankle and hip mobility, and well several other useful tips to help you, and your clients, better understand this burning question.

Importance of Lateral Training Sep 28, 2023

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This episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast” focuses on how moving side to side can help move your fitness forward.

Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guests, Brrrn Co-Founders Johnny Adamic, and Jimmy T. Martin, explore all facets of lateral training, why slides boards have become so popular with all different fitness enthusiasts, building and developing their unique Brrrn brand, and much more.

Be sure to catch this encore presentation!

When to Add More Weight During Resistance Training Sep 26, 2023

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If you’re not progressing clients, you’re simply maintaining clients.

In this encore presentation of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores when, and how, to add increase weight when training. He unpacks standard progression rules to follow, what percentage of weight to increase when the time is appropriate, why it’s vitally important to log all your training sessions, plus many more insightful tips to help you, the personal trainer, through this process!

Create a PR Chart Sep 21, 2023

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Progress is important in personal training.

On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey explains how he uses his iPhone to easily record and chart various workouts, as well as why tracking can not only help your clients, but improve communication between both parties.

Don’t miss this opportunity to help chart the PR strides of your clients!

Celebrity Trainer Amoila Cesar Sep 19, 2023

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NASM Certified Personal Trainer Amoila Cesar has worked with high-profile clients like 2 Chainz, August Alsina, Jack Osbourne, NBA star Julius Randall, and many others.

On this episode he sits down with host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, to share some stories from the lens of one of the top celebrity strength conditioning coaches in the world, discuss how NASM’s principles have furthered his personal training career, and deep dive into how he’s drawn knowledge and inspiration from Rick, as well as the “NASM-CPT Podcast.”

This is one conversation you don’t want to miss!

Success as a Small Town Trainer Sep 14, 2023

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Whether a major metropolitan city, or a small rural community, there are opportunities to establish and, eventually, build your personal training business.

On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, NASM Master Instructor, and one-time small-town Alabama kid, Rick Richey, shares some practices and strategies on ways to help you find success in the small communities.

From group pricing to possible media marketing ventures, and beyond, as long as you have the drive to succeed, there’s a map to help you along your journey.

What is Your Purpose as a Trainer? Sep 12, 2023

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At one time or another, we’ve asked ourselves, ‘What’s our purpose?’

Maybe, it’s as you’re making your way through your personal training career.

On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey, unpacks how you can find the fulfillment and flourish in the field. He’ll explain why it’s important to dig deep and ‘find your why,’ explore how you can impact other people’s lives both physically, and mentally, deep dive into why it’s important to find your ‘what’s next,’ and several other helpful points as you try to discover your purpose in the fitness space.

Pop Quiz: Anatomical Directions & Planes of Motion Sep 07, 2023

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Let’s take a few minutes to test to test your knowledge – with Dr. Rick Richey providing the questions.

Don’t worry, this quiz will only be self-graded.

On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” Rick provides a quick verbal Q&A session, or a game show, on anatomical directions and planes of motion.

Use this as an opportunity to enhance your knowledge base, or re-affirm your educational background!

The Role of Pets in Physical Activity Sep 05, 2023

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Pets make us feel good and improve our lives in several different ways.

On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey, deep dives into the research to explain how, and why, pets positively impact our daily physical activity, how fury friends can increase long-term health for senior pet owners, as well as increase social skills and interactions for people of all ages.

This episode on the power of pets is one you don’t want to miss!

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