Value of Dynamic Movement for Health Longevity | Dr. Shawn Baker & Matt McInnes Watson

15 snips

Dec 17, 2024

Matt McInnes Watson, a strength and conditioning coach with a background in high jump, shares his insights on the power of dynamic movement. He emphasizes the importance of plyometrics and simple, high-intensity exercises in enhancing physical resilience and longevity. Matt discusses how our reflexes can be trained through straightforward movements, the role of posture in agility, and the benefits of barefoot activities for better performance. His refreshing perspective highlights how anyone can improve their physical training by focusing on movement quality rather than complexity.

Ask episode

AI Snips

Chapters

Books

Transcript

Episode notes

INSIGHT

True Plyometrics

Plyometrics are about stimulating tendons, not just any jumping.
A true plyometric involves both a landing and a takeoff component.

ADVICE

Plyometrics for Beginners

Start with oscillating squats to build tendon and muscle speed.
Focus on a tall posture and minimize ground contact time for effective plyometrics.

INSIGHT

Functional Benefits of Plyometrics

Plyometrics improve reflexes and the ability to react to unexpected movements.
This is crucial for preventing falls and injuries, especially in older adults.

Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode

Get the app

Join Revero waitlist: https://revero.com/join

Matt Watson is a dynamic thinker with a keen interest in biomechanics and human movement. His approach centers on the idea that the human body's reflexive capacities, such as the sudden jolt experienced when stepping on an unexpected stair, highlight our innate ability to anticipate. Matt champions the concept that maintaining high-intensity, simplistic movements can significantly benefit our physical resilience. He argues that the most effective exercises are those that are straightforward yet demanding, like barefoot activities on concrete, which stimulate potent physiological responses. Matt emphasizes the importance of plyometric and jumping exercises in preserving our anticipatory abilities, which he considers humanity’s greatest superpower. Driven by a belief in the power of simplicity in maintaining intensity, Matt’s insights offer a fresh perspective on optimizing physical training and endurance.

Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer and introduction. 06:08 What is plyometrics? 08:16 Building muscle-tendon speed through oscillating squats. 11:05 Plyometrics enhance reflexes for unexpected movements. 14:58 Inherited plyometric system with five movement tiers. 19:21 Focus on tall posture, minimize ground contact time. 22:25 Jump rope promotes forefoot stability, boosts volume. 24:56 Prioritize movement quality over complex drills. 28:55 Reactive Strength Index measures jump efficiency. 31:47 Plyometrics maintain tendon health, enhance muscle anticipation. 34:20 Skepticism on squat necessity for plyometrics. 39:20 Frequent, light exercises build strong tissues effectively. 41:36 Split stance increases stabilizing muscles' work demand. 44:20 Develop force, control motion: essential for all. 48:59 Building confidence through controlled oscillatory movements. 52:14 Trial and error benefits strength training adaptation. 53:22 Where to find Matt.

See open positions at Revero: https://jobs.lever.co/Revero/

Join Carnivore Diet for a free 30 day trial: https://carnivore.diet/join/

Carnivore Shirts: https://merch.carnivore.diet

Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://carnivore.diet/subscribe/

. ‪#revero #shawnbaker #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #HealthCreation #humanfood #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree ‪