

The Real Role Of Fascia & How To Train It w/ Danny Foley (SSOF Ep 144)
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In this episode of the Sweet Sounds of Fighting podcast, host James interviews Danny Foley, a performance therapist and strength coach, who shares his insights on the importance of fascia in training. Danny discusses his background in restorative strength training, emphasizing the need for injury management and performance enhancement.
He explains the role of fascia as a global connective tissue that influences movement and strength, and how training adaptations can be influenced by loading techniques. The conversation also covers practical applications of various exercises, including the Zercher hold split squat, and the significance of variability in training for athletes, particularly in combat sports.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Danny Foley and His Background
03:15 Restorative Strength Training vs Traditional Approaches
07:49 Fascia and Its Role in Training
14:42 Understanding Fascia: Definition and Importance
18:12 Training Adaptations and the Fascial System
22:54 Biasing Muscular vs Connective Tissue in Training
24:57 Innovative Approaches to Strength Training
29:50 Transitioning from Traditional to Functional Training
35:19 Specificity in Training for Combat Sports
39:21 Practical Applications of the Zercher Hold Split Squat
43:23 Structuring a Comprehensive Training Day
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