Today we welcome the Chris Reed on our podcast! Chris received his Bachelors degree in Kinesiology from University of Illinois and then went on to become an a Certified Athletic Trainer from the same program both Meghan and I graduated from- University of Arkansas! Chris is an ATC (Certified Athletic Trainer) , CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) and FMS (Functional Movement Specialist) and he currently works as the Vice President of program design at Tatum Human Performance in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Why Chris decided to pursue a Master Degree in Athletic Training
Internship working for Chicago Bears NFL
Why they moved to Arizona
Working in a suburban area vs. city
His Athletic Training rotations--> University of Arkansas Football, Fayetteville HS, University of Arkansas Track & Field
Being a Salesman in his Career
The importance of proper screening
What is the Functional Movement Screen
Merging Strength and Conditioning with Athletic Training/ Rehabilitation
How being an ATC has a massive benefit while working in the strength & conditioning/fitness world
Difference between Athletic Training knowledge and Certified Personal Trainer knowledge
Stop stretching your hamstrings!!
The importance of the ability to communicate and connect the dots for the client
The system at Tatum Human Performance Exercise selection
What is the best exercise for that specific person utilizing their own mobility and stability
The ability to be adaptable
The marketing & business side of his business
Simple exercises are better than complex--> fundamental movement patterns Resources talked about on this episode:
Download teambuilder app and use these codes below:
(Tatum Performance Method) https://www.ignitethp.com/
Mobility Code: UIZG-TTNK Password: F7JPDMIT
Stability Code: PY7X-IUDF Password: HZ74ZUXD
Functional Movement Screening- FMS by Grey Cook - https://www.functionalmovement.com/
Books- Why We Sleep- Matthew Walker
https://www.instagram.com/c_reed.fit/
Chris's Post on the Hinge Movement Pattern https://www.instagram.com/p/B3sAlLDnf_O/
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**The information on this podcast is intended to educate and inform. It is not meant to be a substitute of advice from your physician or medical provider.