The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

Latest Episodes:

Eccentric vs Concentric for Hypertrophy Sep 15, 2022

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Hypertrophy is defined as, the increase in size of our skeletal muscles.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, continues his series on hypertrophy, this time comparing eccentric and concentric.

Rick explains why we’re stronger eccentrically than concentrically, details several researched studies on the topic, shows different in-depth workout examples and applications, and much more!

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How to Build Clients at Corporate Gyms Sep 13, 2022

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Building and growing your client base is a skill, particularly if you train at corporate gyms.

In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, addresses a myriad of different tips and strategies to attract new clients independently. He shares four core concepts to utilize, as well details personal stories from his two-plus decades in the industry of ways to increase your business and brand through the personal service you provide in professionalism and detail.

Let Rick show how the little things can go a long way in your coaching career!

Special Guest: Pete McCall Sep 08, 2022

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In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey, is joined by featured guest, NASM-CPT, PES, CSCS, noted author, and EOS Fitness Director of Education, Pete McCall.

The two explore a myriad of topics, including fitness accessibility, the evolution of exercise, women’s cardio, HIIT workouts, equipment selection, and much more.

This is one in-depth, deep dive fitness discussion you won’t want to miss!

All About the Rotator Cuff Sep 06, 2022

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Ever wonder how your arm is kept in your shoulder socket?

In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey gets you familiar with the group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, what some of the joint actions are, as well as what they do. Plus, a breakdown of the four rotator cuff muscles, and much more.

Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help answer any questions you may have when it comes to this area of the shoulder!

Visualization for Performance Sep 01, 2022

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Visualization can be key to practical application.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey, deep dives into why this is the case. He unpacks various studies on visualization for performance, shares personal stories on the topic through his background training elite athletes, as well as why it’s important to create consistency by giving your clients variety.

Plus, how visualization could be getting a boost through augmented reality, or simply, “AR” gaming.

Benefits of Training in the Martial Arts Aug 30, 2022

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Oftentimes, the martial arts and fitness intertwine.

In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Phoenix Carnevale, NASM-CPT, and Martial Arts Media Personality, explore the physical, and mental, benefits of the sports.

They also detail how the martial arts relate to your core values as a human – such as dealing with adversity, remaining calm in difficult situations, as well as the benefits gained in cognitive performance, and much more.

Whether a beginner or high-level performer, this a discussion you won’t want to miss!

Rick Richey’s 2022 IDEA World Personal Trainer of the Year Acceptance Speech Aug 25, 2022

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In late July, NASM’s own Rick Richey was honored as the 2022 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year and accepted the award at the IDEA World Convention in Las Vegas.

In this special episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” please enjoy Rick’s acceptance speech following this extraordinary

distinction!

Hypertrophy: Long Versus Short Positions Aug 23, 2022

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Our muscle development series continues with a closer look into long versus short positions.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey explores a handful of studies, details why these findings may not be considered law due to their small sample size, as well as cites his own personal training examples on the matter.

Don’t miss this latest hypertrophy topic-based installment!

Hypertrophy: Stretching Between Sets Aug 18, 2022

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The hypertrophy-based lesson series continues on this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast” with a focus on stretching between your workout sets.

Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey deep dives into topic-specific research studies, explains why stretching between sets is not only beneficial for muscle thickness, but your one rep max, as well.

It’s not a stretch to say you won’t want to miss the latest hypertrophy session from Dr. Richey!

Rick’s Mailbag: Overtraining Aug 16, 2022

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We all like to push our bodies in a quest to achieve desired fitness goals.

But when is enough, enough?

In this episode host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, details the slippery slope of overtraining. He unpacks and defines, overreaching, why it’s vital to listen to our bodies after intense workouts, common signs of overtraining, and much more.

So, take a break from that workout and re-charge your body, and mind, with the “NASM-CPT Podcast!”