In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey defines linear vs. undulating periodization, as well as when and how you can change and implement the periodization.

Let Rick drop some knowledge into your personal training memory bank in this insightful, and entertaining, monologue presentation.

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Technology has made it even easier for us to monitor our fitness and sleep progress or, lack thereof.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey explores a detailed overview of fitness trackers, as well as how they can be useful to your training, and daily routines.

He outlines the specific uses of the devices, the different price points, why some excel in one area but may not be suitable for other workout purposes, and many more insightful tips.

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This episode focuses specifically on the quadriceps group.

Host Rick Richey deep dives into the naming history of this large muscle which covers the front and sides of the thigh, outlines examples of a correct quad stretch, explains the four parts which make up the quad, shares personal fitness stories and experiences with group, and much more!

Your next functional anatomy session is now in progress, compliments of the “NASM-CPT Podcast!”

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It’s mailbag time on the “NASM-CPT Podcast.”

In this episode, host Rick Richey deep dives into the fundamental differences between flexibility and mobility. The NASM Master Instructor will explain how these go hand-in-hand, but they are far from the same thing as explained in our NASM principles.

Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast help you separate fact from fiction in this common fitness misconception!

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Recently, host Rick Richey’s fitness passion has turned to running as a means of exercise and a way to lower his blood glucose.

In this episode, Rick is joined by Joel Smith, owner of Just Fly Sports LLC, noted author, and former Strength and Conditioning Coach at California Berkeley. The two detail the intricacies of this constraints led approach, how that applies to personal trainers in the fitness industry, as well as a few running misconceptions, why less, sometimes, can be more, and a few other helpful tips.

Get your training knowledge base off and running in this “NASM-CPT Podcast!”

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In this episode, the “NASM-CPT Podcast” functional anatomy series continues with an in-depth look at the tensor fasciae latae, commonly referred to as simply, the TFL muscle.

Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey details where the muscle is located, why the TFL is an additional hip flexor, a demonstration of how to feel the muscle, and much more.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge base on this important muscle that helps stabilize the hip and knee!

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Every workout is broken up into parts.

NASM helps you streamline your plan with a blueprint to achieve your desired results.

In this episode, NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey details the six portions of a workout: warm up, balance, core, plyometrics, resistance training, and cool down. He also deep dives into components, and sub-components of each, while citing specific examples to help further clarify the steps.

Do miss this educational, and entertaining, “NASM-CPT Podcast” monologue presentation!

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In this functional anatomy monologue, the focus is on a few muscles.

NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey details the biceps and brachialis. From where the names came from and their unique origin, to proximal and distal concept explanations, as well as some common misconceptions associated with these muscles, and much more.

Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help you flex your muscle knowledge!

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One of the most popular (and arguably, most important) muscle groups to train for aesthetics, health, and performance, the gluteals play an integral role during nearly every dynamic movement of the body.

In this special episode, host Rick Richey is joined by NASM Master Trainer and IFBB Olympian, Andre Adams; and IFBB Olympian, Dr. Sunny “The Glute Doctor” Andrews, MD. Andre and Sunny detail and explore projects they’re working on, hip mobility and range of motion and its impact on glute development, how to prepare for a glute-focused training session, their favorite glute exercises and training protocols, and much more!

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Being creative is a key element in establishing and sustaining success as a personal trainer.

So too is keeping workouts both interesting and fun.

In this episode host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey explains why creativity is so important, how to avoid common training pitfalls, why communication can often be your best friend in the client-trainer relationship, and much more.

This is one “NASM-CPT Podcast” you don’t want to miss!

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