The Exercise Mechanic Podcast

Dr. Ken Kinakin is a chiropractor ex-competitive powerlifter and founder of SWIS (The Society of Weight-Training Injury Specialists). In this conversation Ken explains: - What is muscle testing and how to use it to determine whether you’re likely dealing with a muscle, joint of nerve problem - How to integrate muscle testing into FST - Differentiating between central, regional and local dysfunction - Chronic pain, the prefrontal cortex and sensitized states - What the therapy world can learn from bodybuilding and powerlifting - What is cold-lazer therapy, and when it may be useful - Why less is more in many therapeutic contexts - The power of exercises and why it’s important for personal trainers to stay within our scope - And much more Learn more about Ken: - Website: https://www.drkenkinakin.com/ - Social: https://www.instagram.com/drkenkinakin/ Apologies for the sound quality of this episode – you may notice more of an echo than usual. We recorded this episode from my old bedroom while I was visiting my parents – so apologies for that. The Exercise Mechanic Internship: When I was at the beginning of my career I often felt like I was letting my clients down… They would come to me for various concerns – and I just didn’t have the tools or perspectives to help them – this internship was birthed from that frustration. It is the course I wish I had earlier in my career and it is now available to you. If you’re interested in learning more I invite you to head over to www.theexercisemechanic.com and click on “internship” to learn more about the program. Our next cohort starts May 2nd, so if this sounds appealing to you – check it out today. Pickup a copy of optimal muscle training by clicking the link below: https://www.amazon.com/Optimal-Muscle-Training-Paper-Ken-Kinakin/dp/0736081720

Dr. Chris Raynor is an orthopedic surgeon, person trainer, entrepreneur and industry disruptor. He and his team at Human 2.0 in Ottawa aim to provide end to end care for post-operative cases, rehabilitative cases and what we call "healthy normals". He and his team are not afraid to stray from the beaten and I daresay outdated path that most rehab protocols are routed in, as a means to empower his patients and clients out of pain. Chris and I’s conversation was both refreshing and informative – he’s definitely the kind of person that brings a wide breadth of knowledge to the table and evidently he’s willing to share it with anyone if it helps move his mission forward. We discussed the key principles of rehabilitation, types of pain, how to become more resilient against future injury, and what are in his opinion key bottlenecks to progress both in the training and rehabilitative arenas. Enjoy! Find Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/stablekneez/ Human 2.0: https://www.instagram.com/humantwopointzero/ & Human 2.0 LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/Human2 Registration is now open for The Exercise Mechanic Internship - a 16 week immersive experience for curious and growth-minded fitness professionals who want to take their comprehension of human function and performance to the next level. The next cohort launches May 2nd. Register by March 21st today and save 15%: https://www.theexercisemechanic.com/TEM_Internship You can also browse our website to learn more about the TEM initiative and more by heading to www.theexercisemechanic.com For all questions and inquires, please email Etienne directly at: "etienne@etienneasselin.com"

Our guest today is executive coach, life coach, mom, wife, ex-competitive swimmer, and Olympic trial competitor, Mickey Anderson. In addition to these labels and accomplishments Mickey is also a business and marketing coach who helps business owners and entrepreneurs redefine success on their terms and find sustainable ways to enjoy success, financial wealth, freedom and fulfilment. Mickey on many occasions put her finger on universal principles that not only apply in the domains of business and marketing – but that also apply to all other categories in life such as sport, relationships, and in general being a happier human being. To learn more about Mickey, and to register for her incubator program check out: https://www.heymickeyanderson.com/incubator and find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/heymickeyanderson/ Registration is now open for The Exercise Mechanic Internship - a 16 week immersive experience for curious and growth-minded fitness professionals who want to take their comprehension of human function and performance to the next level. The next cohort launches May 2nd. Register today and save 15%: https://www.theexercisemechanic.com/TEM_Internship You can also browse our website to learn more about the TEM initiative and more by heading to www.theexercisemechanic.com For all questions and inquires, please email Etienne directly at: "etienne@etienneasselin.com"

Why are new habits so difficult, and more importantly which strategies can be leveraged to predictably increase adherence and commitment towards a goal? Specific topics: - Why and how excavating deep goals from superficial ones raises the necessity of a given behaviour - How to leverage simple psychological tools to move into a place of action - How to frame and face uncomfortable situations - Why identity change is more powerful than outcome based goals - Simple and tactical strategies to get small wins on a daily basis. This episode has been inspired by wk15 of The Exercise Mechanic Internship - a 16 week immersive experience for curious and growth-minded fitness professionals who want to take their comprehension of human function and performance to the next level. If you are one of those people, check out the next round of our internship, launching May 2nd by heading to: https://www.theexercisemechanic.com/TEM_Internship You can also browse our website to learn more about the TEM initiative and more by heading to www.theexercisemechanic.com For all questions and inquires, please email Etienne directly at: "etienne@etienneasselin.com" HUGE shoutout to James Clear, author of Atomic Habits for the inspiration and guidance in my personal goals and in helping me empower my students as well. Pick up a copy of his book by clicking here: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

Why is implementing a new habit so difficult sometimes, and more importantly which strategies can be leveraged to predictably increase adherence and commitment towards a goal? In this solo episode Etienne highlights some of the key strategies he has used with great success with his clients, as well as in his own life to implement wholesome habits and curb noxious ones. This episode has been inspired by wk15 of The Exercise Mechanic Internship - a 16 week immersive experience for curious and growth-minded fitness professionals who want to take their comprehension of human function and performance to the next level. If you are one of those people, check out the next round of our internship, launching May 2nd by heading to: https://www.theexercisemechanic.com/TEM_Internship You can also browse our website to learn more about the TEM initiative and more by heading to www.theexercisemechanic.com For all questions and inquires, please email Etienne directly at: "etienne@etienneasselin.com"

In this episode Etienne discusses with Ryan Taylor the importance of critical thinking in the personal training industry. To learn more about The Exercise Mechanic, click here: www.theexercisemechanic.com To learn more about Etienne Asselin, check him out on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/easselin_official/ To learn more about Ryan Taylor and Evolution Performance, click here: https://www.instagram.com/evolutionperformance.ep/ Our one-of-a-kind internship is launching October 6th! Click here to learn more: https://www.theexercisemechanic.com/TEM_Internship

Brendan Fox, co-founder and Head Coach of the Exercise Therapy Association brings a refreshing and unique stance to the duties of the fitness professional. He and I are both on the same page regarding the following statement... "That what we do as fitness professionals extends far beyond solely mechanical applications" and that the work we do offers unique psychological, emotional and spiritual benefits to people. I am confident you'll enjoy this episode with Brendan Fox. If you'd like to learn more about his educational programs, make sure you check out the website at, https://www.exercisetherapyassociation.com/ and on social platforms: IG Exercise Therapy Association: @exercisetherapyassociation Brendan Fox: @Problem_gurus If you'd like to learn more about Etienne, what he has to offer or The Exercise Mechanic initiative, check out: Website: Coming Soon! IG: @easselin_official & @theexercisemechanic

"I take a holistic approach to the body and zoom out to look at the big picture." This is one of the first things you see on Casey's website (www.caseyeaston.com) - And as you'll hear in this podcast, it's entirely accurate with the stance this superstar has on human function. Casey is a bodyworker based in Ottawa, Canada and she takes a whole-istic stance on human function and rehabilitation in particular. From understanding the impact of guts on the experience of pain, to cranio-sacral therapy and much more... Casey is a wealth of knowledge and I believe represents the type of thought process we need more of in the fitness and re-abilitation space. If you'd like to learn more about: - The "Gut Fascia Workshop", check out: http://www.caseyeaston.com/trainings#gut-fascia-masterclass - Casey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casey.easton/ - Casey's website: www.caseyeaston.com If you'd like to learn more about Etienne and what he has to offer, check out: https://www.instagram.com/easselin_official/ Website Coming Soon!

In this episode Jacob Hamel highlights the personal struggles associated with scaling his business Quantum Training near 7-figures. To learn more about Quantum Training, to enroll in Quantum Academy, and much more... Check out: www.quantumtraining.ca Or to work directly with Jake, check him out on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/jacobhamel__/?hl=fr-ca

In this video Marissa Hamon (Self-Love & Life Coach) and Etienne discuss: - What is self-care and self love - Common misconceptions about self-care - The Process of identifying your true self and much more! To learn more or work with Marissa check out: IG: @marissa.hamon Marissa's website: https://www.marissahamoncoaching.com/ Self-Love Challenge: https://www.marissahamoncoaching.com/free To learn more or work with Etienne: IG: https://www.instagram.com/easselin_official/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EAsselinofficial