London Real JEFF CAVALIERE - ATHLEAN X: How To Use Science To Train Your Body Harder, Faster & Smarter
Mar 1, 2020
Jeff Cavaliere, an elite fitness coach and founder of Athlean-X, shares his science-based approach to training, emphasizing functional strength and corrective exercises. He criticizes unqualified influencers, promotes a blend of strength and corrective work, and champions the importance of consistency. Jeff discusses the need for effective meal timing and sustainable nutrition methods, warns against risky exercises, and addresses the epidemic of poor posture. He also shares personal insights about fatherhood and his drive for innovation in fitness.
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Favor Standing, Whole-Body Movements
- Prefer standing variations to seated ones to engage the whole kinetic chain and use ground reaction forces.
- Choose exercise modality based on the ultimate functional or aesthetic goal rather than trends.
Step Back To Leap Forward
- Include corrective and accessory work to prevent injuries as you increase load and complexity.
- Step back when needed; short-term regressions enable longer-term gains and durability.
Fix The Foundation Before Chasing Numbers
- Build strength but fix the foundation first with corrective exercises before chasing big numbers.
- Use accessory work to prepare joints and movement patterns so progressive overload doesn't break you.