Episode #104: Are We Training or Are We Draining? How to Listen to Your Body.
My guest this week is Mike Salemi, performance specialist and Kettlebell Lifestyle Founder.
In this episode, Mike and I discuss intentional functional fitness, how to stay active well past your prime, the importance of listening to your body, and breathwork. We talk about how to avoid injuries in order to keep being active and mobile well into your later years. We also talk about his amazing men's retreat that focuses on the importance of somatic release breathwork and how to process big and little T trauma.
GUEST BIO
Mike finds it deeply fulfilling to witness and be a part of people's transformation when the power of intentionally designed workouts finally clicks for them. They see that the promises of exercise can be true when each aspect of their workout is designed for its overall effect on the body and mind. Movement IS medicine. Your consistent training has the power to get you stronger, improve how you look AND support the rest of what you want in life. Your body is made to thrive IF you supply it with the right environment.
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EPISODE TAKEAWAYS
[06:00] How Mike got started on his athletic journey…
[11:26] How to use unconventional strength and conditioning…
[14:36] The impact of being an athlete on Mike’s training style…
[17:30] Paul Chek, the father of functional movement…
[20:30] What is intentional fitness?..
[24:25] What is working in vs working out?..
[28:00] How do you balance working in vs working out?..
[38:36] Somatic response breath work…
[48:40] How do you incorporate somatic breathwork?..
[55:10] How breathwork specifically helps men…
[61:45] Men’s retreat info...
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Disclaimer: This podcast and the information presented are for informational purposes only and not intended to diagnose or treat disease. Before making any changes to your nutrition or supplementation please check with your physician or health provider.