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#349 Alex Sterner - Why You Should Bend and Rotate Your Spine in Your Training

Mar 25, 202553 min
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Episode description

Alex Sterner is a certified strength and conditioning coach who specializes in Brazilian Jiujitsu.  Follow Alex on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/alex.sterner?igsh=MWQ0bHB3emFkZjFkcA==


Alex shares:

-Why your spine was meant to move not stay rigid. 


-Why you not only can, but should train and load by bending, flexing, and rotating at your spine. 

-Examples of how our spine moves under load and against force in sports and everyday life. 

-How to approach training for a strong and mobile spine. 

-How to overcome fears around loading and moving your spine. 

-Why he doesn’t like the phrase “wear and tear” in the context of our joints.

-Why explosiveness and power are important in your training.

-Why skipping is a useful training tool.

-Why “impact” can be good for your spine, bones, and joints. 

-Plus much more. 



00:15 Meet Alex Sterner: Strength and Conditioning Expert

01:03 The Importance of Spinal Movement

04:07 Real-Life Examples of Spinal Flexion

07:38 Overcoming Fear and Misconceptions

10:55 Training Methods for Spinal Mobility

24:27 Reframing Wear and Tear

27:44 Optimism in Aging and Adaptation

29:23 Power and Explosiveness in Training

32:25 The Importance of Impact and Eccentric Force

34:46 Risk vs Reward in Training

41:00 Functional Strength and Transfer to Sport

48:06 Four Key Qualities for Athletic Improvement

51:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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