The Human Kinetics Podcast

Developing Endurance with Ben Reuter, PhD

Ben Reuter realized early in his college athletic career that in order to keep pace with his teammates and competition, he needed to find ways to improve his endurance. After earning his master's degree from Old Dominion University and doctorate from Auburn University, he used his knowledge along with CSCS and ATC certifications to help others improve their performance. His most recent venture has been as editor and contributor of NSCA Developing Endurance, Second Edition. 
He joined this episode to discuss the growth of endurance sports including running, cycling, swimming, and obstacle course racing, how to improve your endurance for those sports, and the importance of choosing the right approach for your sport and needs. 
 
Developing Endurance, Second Edition
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Ben Reuter, PhD, CSCS, *D, ATC
Instagram: @reutebh
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Human Kinetics
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Functional training, athletes vs. gen pop, and more with Kevin Carr

Friday, August 23, 2024
What is "functional training?" Is it a trendy buzzword that we can ignore, or is there more to it? Trainer, licensed massage therapist, and author Kevin Carr discusses what functional training means and how it has been misinterpreted in the fitness industry. In this conversation, Kevin talks about his career progression, how to put together a complete workout, training gen pop clients vs. athletes, and new challenges trainers face in training the year-round athlete.
 
Functional Strength Training Anatomy
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Where to find Kevin Carr
Instagram
@kev_in_carr
@movementasmedicine
YouTube version of the interview
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Human Kinetics
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Tips for avoiding injury and staying healthy in your running career with Dr. Emmi Aguillard and Coach Jonathan Cane

Friday, August 16, 2024
Aches, pains, and sometimes the unfortunate injury are all associated with running, whether competitively or recreationally. Dr. Emmi Aguillard and Coach Jonathan Cane joined this episode to discuss their book, Run Healthy: The Runner's Guide to Injury Prevention and Treatment. They detail tips and strategies to get healthy and stay healthy in order to get the most out of your running and race journey. 
 
Emmi Aguillard, PT, DPT, FAFS is a fulltime physical therapist managing her own private practice that specializes in treating and training runners. She also has advanced training in pelvic health and works with women to maintain their optimal fitness during pregnancy and safely return to running after giving birth. Prior to that, she worked at Finish Line Physical Therapy in New York City.
Dr. Aguillard earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Columbia University after graduating from Tulane University, where she competed for the women's NCAA Division I track and field and cross country programs. She completed her fellowship in applied functional science through the Gray Institute and has taken numerous courses through the Postural Restoration Institute.
 
Jonathan Cane, better known as Coach Cane, has been coaching endurance athletes for over 30 years. He holds a master's degree in exercise physiology from Adelphi University and has coached for Nike, JackRabbit, and Under Armour. Cane is the coauthor of Triathlon Anatomy as well as The Complete Idiot's Guide to Weight Training, and he has written for Triathlete magazine, MetroSports Magazine, New York Runner, and more. He has been a featured speaker for Nike, New York Road Runner's, Chelsea Piers Triathlon Club, Hospital for Special Surgery, and others.
Learn more in Run Healthy
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Watch the YouTube version
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Exploring Rocket Yoga with David Kyle

David Kyle, founder of Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga School, has over 20 years of yoga experience and over 30 years in body movement and healing arts. In this episode, David discusses his book, Rocket Yoga: Your Guide to Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa, as well as the history and purpose behind Rocket yoga and his experiences in the practice. From the Grateful Dead to EDM, Rocket Yoga has something for everyone.
Learn more in Rocket® Yoga https://ecs.page.link/R1iuY

Dr. William Kraemer: Athlete Development and Career Achievements

Dr. William Kraemer has had an accomplished career, being involved with the NSCA since its inception, as founding editor of the NSCA's Journal of Strength and Conditioning research, and as a strength coach, professor, and researcher at numerous universities including The Ohio State University, University of Connecticut, Penn State University, Ball State University, and Edith Cowan University. He has published 12 books and over 500 peer-reviewed papers. He also received the NSCA 2024 Alvin Roy Award for Career Achievement.
In this interview, Dr. Kraemer discusses the evolution of training and athletic development including the idea of long-term athletic development for youth athletes, and how research and technology have changed the way we approach training. You learn more in his newest release, Developing the Athlete.
Developing the Athlete
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YouTube
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Human Kinetics
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Conditioning for Esports

Esports are growing in popularity every day. What was once considered a recreational activity has become a competitive sport at all levels including in the high school and collegiate settings. In this episode, Taylor Johnson and Dr. Joanne DiFrancisco-Donoghue discussed the importance of making sure the body and mind are prepared for competition, and their newly released book, Conditioning for Esports: A Guide to Training and Performance. 
 
Learn more in Conditioning for Esports: A Guide to Training and Performance
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Human Kinetics
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Watch the video version on YouTube
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Dr. Robert Schinke: 8 Steps to Succeeding in Sport, Work, and Life

Dr. Robert Schinke is a professor of kinesiology and health sciences at Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. He is a distinguished professor in several high-profile international universities and a Canada Research Chair. He serves as a senior co-editor for the International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, and editor in chief of the Journal of Sport Psychology in Action. After working with extensively with world-champion professional athletes as well as athletes at the Olympic games, he has developed a resource to expand his reach. Gifted: 8 Steps to Succeeding in Sport, Work and Life will help you unlock your potential by recognizing and embracing your innate talents and abilities. In this interview, Dr. Schinke discusses how Gifted will inspire you to believe in your own natural gifts and achieve excellence across all aspects of your life.
 
You can get your own copy on the Human Kinetics website: 
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Human Kinetics
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YouTube
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In-Season for Athletes Training with Tom Sheppard

Trainer and author Tom Sheppard joined sports performance coach Aaron Patterson to discuss in-season training for athletes. During the discussion, Tom and Aaron talked about the nuances involved in training athletes during the transfer phase from offseason training to in-season training, what in-season training should look like, and the challenges that come with working around the various schedules of athletes at all levels.
 
YouTube
https://youtu.be/roIhmyB__x4?si=jBDyb8sN68uft7p7
Overload System for Strength by Tom Sheppard and Christian Thibaudeau
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Human Kinetics
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Rachel Cosgrove: Feeling Athletic and Fit After 40

Trainer, fitness business owner, and author of Age Strong: A Woman's Guide to Feeling Athletic and Fit After 40 discussed the benefits of strength training after age 40, and why it is so important to stay active as you age. She shared anecdotes of success stories from her clients, and strategies to get the most out of your training.
 
Age Strong: A Woman's Guide to Feeling Athletic and Fit After 40
https://us.humankinetics.com/products/age-strong
YouTube
https://youtu.be/Bt-lFcVm4D4?si=lUX8f5CnByBQu4zy
Human Kinetics
https://us.humankinetics.com/
Results Fitness
https://www.results-fitness.com/
 
 

Exclusive interview with Rainer Martens

Human Kinetics founder Rainer Martens tells his story of growing up a young German boy in Kansas after moving to the United States following the war, using sports to fit in with his peers, coaching at the collegiate level, and making the tough decision to leave his prominent position at University of Illinois as a Kinesiology professor and researcher to start an education company now known as Human Kinetics. 
 
Watch the interview on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX3zFIHPDnQ
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