Look Good Move Well Are You Anti-Fragile? With Guest Alec Blenis
Aug 2, 2024
In this podcast, hybrid athlete and coach Alec Blenis shares his expertise on strength training for runners. He outlines the seven key areas essential for building strength and resilience. The conversation touches on the anti-fragile philosophy, encouraging runners to embrace discomfort and take control of their health. Alec also debunks dietary myths, especially surrounding gluten. Moreover, he emphasizes balancing quantity and quality in training, advocating for a flexible coaching approach to foster long-term fitness success.
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Anti-Fragile Mindset
- The "anti-fragile" mindset empowers individuals to take control of their health.
- It encourages self-reliance and reduces dependence on professionals for every ache or pain.
Projecting Personal Experiences
- Marcus Filly discusses how professionals, including himself, sometimes project personal experiences onto clients.
- This can lead to unnecessary fear and limitations, like the "knees over toes" myth.
The Complexity of Pain
- Pain and injuries can stem from various factors, not just one isolated cause.
- Humans tend to find patterns, sometimes incorrectly, leading to self-limiting beliefs and nocebo effects.