The Tommy Brideson Show

Easier exercises, get better results - EP | 83

There is a real trend where people think that harder is better when it comes to exercise selection. This couldn't be further from the truth. The best exercise is the one you can master, where you can focus on the movement, how you create tension and execute it. When exercises get too hard, sure you can get it done but it comes at a cost. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Do less reps, get better results - EP | 82

Doing less reps on big compound movements, such squats and deadlifts is going to get better results than doing high reps. Not because high reps are bad but because you will fail on maintaining a good position far before you ever reach failure. If you are in survival mode during a lift you are not getting what you need out of it as you will always default to just getting it done. Do less reps, make it perfect and if needed do more sets, simples. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Rehab is harder than training - EP | 81

Training is often easier than working on mobility and movement. Most people move like crap. We just accept that we will have low levels of pain, poor mobility, and that not being able to touch our toes is just how it is. But this couldn't be further from the truth. All levels of training and movement are trainable, if you actually put the effort into them. This episode went on a bit of a tangent where I talk about structural balance and programming. I cover building a base level of Zone 2 training, and then having periods where you focus on body composition so that you are not always over consuming food. The older I get, and the more conversations I have with my clients, the more important I realise it is for people to move and function well. You need to train hard and constructively, but you also need to be healthy. This episode dives into exactly how to make the above true. Speak soon, Tommy ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

This is why your training cues suck - EP | 80

In today's episode, I dive into why training cues alone are not going to help you. In training, there is a big focus on using cues, this idea that just by thinking about the right position, it will somehow magically improve your mobility. Here's the thing: there are rules you need to follow with the human body. There are rules for how it moves and how to train. The base layer is movement. It's the most important part, yet for some reason, it's the one thing pushed to the side until you are in pain, injured, or something goes wrong. It's often just an afterthought. If you layer specific training outcomes on top of a terrible base, eventually it will catch up with you. You are just layering dysfunction on top of poor movement. Now, I have been the person I'm describing above, so I completely understand the training process and the mindset around it. I could easily push past how my body felt just to get a session done. I ignored the warning signs pre injury, and over time, I just built up stiffness and became less mobile. If you want to train hard and move well, this episode is for you. Keen to chat more, Tommy ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Considering surgery? Watch this first - EP | 79

If you are considering having surgery for a non acute injury or pain point you have. Listen to this episode first. To preface this I have had a shoulder reconstruction and the outcome was excellent, I have also seem the exact opposite happen where people have surgery and come out worse for it on the other side. If you are considering it, please just make sure you have explored all options first. There are a few key things here that you need to know: * Surgery is permanent and can never be undone * If you have the option explore conservative management first * There is alot you can do ahead of an operation to make your rehab much better Any questions reach out to me on instagram! ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.