1017: Max Schmarzo- Strong by Science

Apr 25, 2019

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Max Schmarzo of Strong by Science.

Mind Pump recommends The Jordan Harbinger Show with Mike Posner. (2:43)
Nothing will check your ego harder than hearing yourself talk for the first time. How everyone starts somewhere. (4:54)
The losing battle of the scarcity mindset. (7:11)
The two schools of thought when it comes to force production. (16:21)
The aesthetics of movement: The concept of motor unit synchronization. (22:05)
How it’s not the sport that matters, it’s the movement that matters. (26:16)
Does Lebron James really perform poor squats?? How general fitness is not the same as athletic fitness. (31:59)
The power of big data is in the granularity. (35:35)
How it’s about making things applicable. (43:30)
Why ideas are stupid, actions are awesome. (47:25)
The importance of data to cater to your athletes. (50:07)
The concept of percentage of drop off. (53:01)
What are some effective ways to maximize/improve your length-tension relationship? (1:06:25)
Breaking the myths behind isometric training. (1:17:57)
What protocol does he recommend for a given athlete to improve their glute development? (1:23:21)
The act of being ‘engaged’ when you perform an athletic movement. (1:27:07)
The role of the CNS to your performance and overall wellness. How your coach acts as your ‘check engine light’. (1:29:45)
The science behind why our body crumbles from too much excess high intensity training. (1:41:04)
Why there is no such thing as biohacking. (1:47:25)

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