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The Movement System Podcast

The Benefits of Isometric Training with Brad Thorpe Isophit Inventor

Jul 24, 2024
Brad Thorpe, Isophit inventor, and isometric training expert, discusses the benefits of isometric training for cardiovascular health, parkinsons, ALS, MS, and more. Topics include the importance of isometric training in injury prevention, muscle force outputs, muscle involvement in ACL injury prevention, anatomy education, movement problem-solving, exercise selection, and the advantages of isometric training in reducing injury risk, improving muscular and circulatory systems, and its historical use.
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  • Isometric training can benefit cardiovascular health and conditions like Parkinson's and ALS.
  • Prioritizing isometric tension before dynamic movements can prevent non-contact injuries like ACL issues.

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Introduction to Isometrics and Brad Thorpe's Background

The podcast episode introduces the discussion on isometrics featuring Brad Thorpe, an isometric expert. Brad shares his extensive experience in exercise and performance industry, including working with muscle activation techniques and studying under renowned experts. He delves into his journey with isometrics beginning in 2007 after a study revealed its benefits for blood pressure.

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