Hello! We're back with Season 2, Episode 7 of Let Me Introduce You to the Podcast! (Or maybe it’s Episode 8… don’t quote us on that — we’re not great at counting.)

This week, Jenn picked the topic — and it’s a spicy one: What’s wrong with the barbell? 🤨

From deadlifts and ego lifting to asymmetry, slings, and squirrels (yep, squirrels), Jenn and Adarian go deep on why the barbell might not be the gold standard it’s cracked up to be. They unpack its limitations, the allure of lifting heavy, and how we confuse strength with health, athleticism, and identity.

Some highlights:

* Why the barbell may not match human movement patterns

* The role of ego and image in strength culture

* Real-life strength vs. gym metrics (wait ‘til you hear the refrigerator story)

* Why movement ≠ exercise ≠ athleticism

* The truth about carryover to sport (and why being strong doesn’t mean being fast)

Oh — and Jenn finally felt what the book is all about when her foot snapped off the ground mid-run. It’s all about the fall.

🌀 Something to ponder — when did you pull off something strong that mattered?

Until next time,Jenn and Adarian

P.S. The book is coming. Yes, really. June’s about to get exciting.

P.P.S We are teaching an online workshop Thursday, April 10 on rotations and movement dysfunction. You should totally check it out, even if it’s just to read the description. While you are on the website, you can find out more about the June 6 event in Seattle. If you have any interest in how your feet function in movement, sport, and performance, this will be good.

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