The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Special Guest: NASM Global Ambassador Louise Hazel Apr 13, 2023

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Louise Hazel’s fitness resume’ includes a little bit of everything: Olympic heptathlete, NASM Global Ambassador & Certified Personal Trainer, Slay Athletic Founder & CEO, and even an appearance on an MTV’s reality show, “The Challenge.”

On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” she shares her incredible story.

Host Rick Richey, and Hazel, deep dive into why fitness education became such a high priority for her, competing in the Olympics in her home country of Great Britain, empowering women to reach their fitness goals, being a gym owner in Los Angeles, and much, much more!

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Scapular Winging Apr 11, 2023

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Winged scapula is often due to damage or impaired innervation to the serratus anterior muscle.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey deep dives into the specifics of scapular winging, multiple different ways to address it, how to activate it, plus a few of the NASM Master Instructor’s personal antidotes to help tie the episode together.

Glute Amnesia Apr 06, 2023

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It’s time to dip back into Rick’s mailbag for a question about the good ‘ole derriere.

On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey explores dead butt syndrome, or gluteal amnesia. He’ll take you through the history of the condition, ways to follow the system with techniques to prevent this from occurring, and much more!

Dynamic Stretching Apr 04, 2023

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Dynamic stretching has been known to improve range of motion, muscle power, vertical jumps, sprint speed, and much more.

Quite simply, it’s good for you.

On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey details why these dynamic stretches are better for the body when it comes to certain activities, as well cites examples of common dynamic stretching exercises like leg swings, and Frankenstein walks.

Don’t miss this dynamic episode!

How Can I Become a Presenter? Mar 30, 2023

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Sometimes, just started is the hardest part.

On this episode host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey explores the different ways you can become an industry presenter. He’ll detail the importance of practicing in teaching your clients, a few unique venues you can practice your presentations, the importance of how you deliver your message, as well as share his personal story of the trail he took in becoming one the most well-recognized presenters in the country.

Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help you become a presenter, with a purpose, along your personal training journey!

Active Stretching Mar 28, 2023

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This “NASM-CPT Podcast” explores active flexibility, or active stretching.

Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into the topic, detailing how active flexibility provides strength to your newfound range of motion, how it fits in programming, and many more useful and insightful talking points on this method of enhancing flexibility.

Static Stretching for DOMS Mar 23, 2023

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Let the static stretching knowledge drop continue.

On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey focuses in delayed onset muscle soreness, or better known as DOMS, common among elite and novice athletes, exploring whether these stretches are actually beneficial with DOMS.

He cites topic-specific researched findings on the matter, as well as explains why time is simply the best cure for this specific type of muscle soreness.

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Static Stretching for Pain Relief? Mar 21, 2023

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This “NASM-CPT Podcast” digs deep into the data to determine if static stretching can alleviate pain.

Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey explores several studies around the topic, including how consistent static stretching over the course of a month can decrease neck, and shoulder pain, as well improve neck function.

Plus, a few of Rick’s useful tidbits to help further your personal training knowledge base.

Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3yR9rJ0

Static Stretching: Increasing Range of Motion Mar 16, 2023

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It’s often asked, ‘Does static stretching increase range of motion?’

On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey addresses that question, cites in-depth studies on the topic, how long the stretch lasts, as well as shares a couple of his unique stories and experiences on the topic from his vast personal training background.

We promise – no stretching the truth here!

Fitness Culture History Mar 14, 2023

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Get ready for your free history lesson, courtesy of the “NASM-CPT Podcast.”

On this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Natalia Petrzela, historian, noted author, and public speaker, explore and detail the history of fitness culture in this unique exploratory discussion.

Petrzela takes you through the early eras of fitness, and its influencers, all the way up to modern day, how exercise has expanded from strictly physical fitness into mental health, community, mindfulness, and more.