Functional Training Podcast

In this episode FTI Senior Presenter and creator of Dingo Sandbags, Rob Harvey, takes us through an understanding of programming methods to enhance client results.

In this episode we discuss the key differences of leadership vs management.  Your true character often defines your style and abilities.  Your maturity.  Your experience and your humility.  Which one are you?  Nathan

In this episode of the FTI Podcast we speak with Senior FTI Presenter Gary Wagner.  Gary and Nathan discuss transitioning from Traditional to more Functional movements, Creating progression milestones and also overcoming fear of new movements.  Enjoy.

In this episode we unpack new perspectives on posture and dysfunction.  Learn some new EASY to follow steps to empower clients to reduce the severity of pain and discomfort.

In this episode we speak with Senior FTI Presenter Krista Sirota on the topic of the physical preparations that go into passing stringent Fire Department Physical Tests.  Krista outlines the importance of understanding different forces and stressors in training preparation also.

In this episode we welcome back Senior Presenter Ben Gunn to the FTI Podcast.  Here we discussing having Brand consistency and some important considerations as to how you present yourself personally and professionally.

In this episode Nathan explains the importance of being ‘Top of Mind.’ We also cover some key elements as to how you can build your profile and connect with a larger audience.

In this Episode Tarek and Nathan discuss some key attributes for you to improve the community aspect of your training and also how to tweak your coaching to enhace the energy and ‘inclusion’ in your group training. 

In this episode we discuss the stigma of Yoga among many Health Professionals and why Men often need it most.  This episode features FTI team member and Yoga Practitioner Kevin Frazier.  Enjoy

In this episode we unpack how to use different cueing techniques to improve client abilities and results.  We explore how to best cue grind based movement and also ballistic style movements.  Enjoy

In today’s episode we speak with Sean Greeley about how to create a better bottom line for your fitness business.  To find out more about Sean’s work visit www.netprofitexplosion.com

In this episode we discuss fascia.  We take out the confusion and put it into easy to understand digestible chunks.  Learn how fascia connects the body, the different lines we have and what they do and also where to go to learn more.  Enjoy.

In this episode we explore how to improve grip strength in our training sessions.  Typically many trainers believe farmers walks are the only way to improve grip.  However, this episode will teach you about the 6 grip positions and how you can implement them into your training sessions.

In this Episode Senior FTI trainer Shannon Pigdon and Nathan discuss how the nervous system responds to different levels of stimulus.  This is what Shannon coins ‘Neural Noise.’  This episode will give you a great understanding of how to improve client awareness of their neural threshold and some great strategies as to how to work with different thresholds. Enjoy

In this Episode we have FTI Senior Trainer Ben Gunn explaining compression forces and alternative ways to load the body.  Ben also sheds light on Open and Closed chain positions and their benefits.  Some great discussion and insights that you can apply with clients today.

In this episode we explore how to use breathing as a fundamental component when working with clients.  Breathing can be used to prime clients, assist in recovery and most importantly can connect the autonomic and somatic nervous systems.

Learn from FTI Director Dan Henderson on systems and strategies for running successful business and getting things done.  Dan is extremely passionate and a great leader at FTI.  You will take away some great ideas you can implement immediately!

Tarek gives a background on his philosophy of building a great community and culture both as an individual and as part of an organisation.

Mike Fitch is the man behind the awesome ‘Animal Flow’ training system.  Here we learn the benefits, both to the nervous system and the emotional system as to how the earth can improve a client’s understanding of what their capabilities are and how they can improve.

Get to know the legendary Nick Winkelman.  Here we uncover how different cueing styles can improve client performance.  Give this a try with your clients this week and see the improvements!