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#28: Glute training: why we don't do squats & deadlifts (and what we do instead)

#28: Glute training: why we don't do squats & deadlifts (and what we do instead)

FromFit Body, Happy Joints ®


#28: Glute training: why we don't do squats & deadlifts (and what we do instead)

FromFit Body, Happy Joints ®

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Sep 30, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

You won't see a lot of heavy squats and deadlifts in Evlo, and it's for a few specific reasons. In this episode, Dr. Shannon breaks down the physics of squats and deadlifts and provides examples of how step-ups are more effective for the glutes and less risky for the spine.3:36  The Gluteus Maximus connection to metabolism 5:30  Why we don’t do deadlifts and squats 9:07  Why we do bodyweight step-ups 10:35  Breaking down a step up 13:58  Why squats are less effective than deadlifts 14:53  Why functional training may not be necessary  Try a week of Evlo - keep the classes forever, no CC required: https://www.evlo-fitness.com/free-week-of-evlo-podcastDr. Shannon's IG: @dr.shannon.dptPhysics breakdowns on IG: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17890058137727428/?hl=enJoin Evlo: www.evlofitness.com
Released:
Sep 30, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT, will discuss how to improve your fitness and wellness, all while limiting joint pain and other negative side effects of exercise, to truly optimize and preserve your body. Shannon uses neurology, physics, and anatomy principles to challenge common damaging mindsets and trends to encourage routines that move the needle for your fitness results and your health.Evlo Fitness: www.evlofitness.comShannon's Instagram: @dr.shannon.dpt