Hpa Podcast With David Nolan

In this episode, David is joined by Bryce Lewis. Byrce is an elite level powerlifter, having won silver in the IPF world championships in 2017 in the -105kg class.    Bryce is also an experienced coach and founder of The Strength Athlete, a premium coaching and education service.    Bryce displays a perfect blend of research knowledge and practical experience.   David & Bryce discuss:   Q1. What type of cues should we use in coaching?   Q2. How important is communication as a coach?   Q3. What methods of goal setting & visualization can be beneficial to performance?   And much more... For full show-notes: www.hpascience.com/episode54

  In this episode, David is joined by the founder of Reactive Training Systems, Mike Tuchscherer. Mike is an elite level powerlifter having achieved gold medal wins in both the world games and IPF world championships, 8 USA national championships and setting multiple IPF world records.   Reactive Training Systems offer elite level powerlifting coaching and education for coaching. Mike’s meticulous approach to coaching has led many of his athletes to outstanding success on the world stage.   Reactive Training Systems are a progressive company and continually innovating through in-house research projects. For full show-notes see: www.hpascience.com/episode53

In this episode, David answers some of the common questions submitted by you, the listeners!   David discusses;   Topic 1: Weight training belts   What is the effect of belts on performance?   Are they of benefit to a bodybuilder?   Do they alter muscle activation?   What are the common mistakes people make with belts?     Topic 2: Knee sleeves   What is the current level of evidence?   What may be the mechanism by which they benefit performance?     Topic 3: Body weight fluctuations   Why is weight loss, fat loss , and weight cutting very different?   What causes bodyweight fluctuations?   How can we manipulate these factors to benefit in a weight cut?   What common refueling mistakes do people make following weigh-ins?   Full show notes at: www.hpascience.com/episode52

    In this episode, David is joined by Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky. Dr. Tarnopolsky is a professor in McMaster University and leads a research team with the primary focus on neuromuscular and neurometabolic diseases and rehabilitation. The overall goal of their research program is to discover and evaluate therapies that will enhance muscle function in people with acquired and genetic neuromuscular diseases and mitochondrial dysfunction. They have a particular interest in the potential for exercise, pharmacological and nutraceutical interventions to enhance muscle function and improve muscle mass. Their program spans the research disciplines from cell culture all the way to small-scale clinical trials.   In this episode David & Dr. Tarnopolsky discuss;   What are microvesicles & exosomes?   What are the potential applications of exosomes in:   Clinical settings and disease? Exercise physiology   By what mechanisms do we believe exosomes are exerting their effect?   What is the potential future research into

In this episode, David is joined by Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum. Jordan is an experienced strength coach who is currently finishing up his medical degree. In addition to a laundry list of credentials, Jordan is also an elite powerlifter who has held one of the top 20 totals of all-time.   Dr. Feigenbaum’s professional qualifications include:     Eastern Virginia Medical School - Doctor of Medicine (2016) Saint Louis University School of Medicine - Masters of Anatomy and Physiology (2012) Truman State University - Bachelor of Science in Biology (2008) Starting Strength - Starting Strength Coach and Seminar Staff Member (2012-Present) National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (2008 - Present) United States of America Weightlifting- Club Coach (2009-Present) American College of Sports Medicine - Health and Fitness Specialist (2008-Present) CrossFit - Level 1 Instructor (2009-Present)   David & Jordan discuss:   What rate of injuries occur in competitive power

In this episode, David is joined by Danny Lennon of Sigma Nutrition. Danny has a formal scientific background in academia, completing a master’s degree (MSc.) in Nutritional Sciences at University College Cork. During this time Danny researched vitamin D, directly under the world-renowned researcher Professor Kevin Cashman.   In addition to that research, Danny took classes in biochemistry, clinical nutrition, micronutrient interactions and physiology. Previous to this Danny also completed a BSc. Degree in biology and physics education and spent a year teaching these subjects.   As well as producing media content, Danny also works as a performance nutritionist to professional MMA fighters, professional boxers and competitive powerlifters. He has consulted several teams in a number of sports. He also has an online coaching service that helps a wide array of clients with nutrition related issues.   In this episode, David & Danny discuss:   Are artificial sweeteners a cause of weight gain?   Are artificial s

In this episode, David is joined by Danny Lennon of Sigma Nutrition. Danny has a formal scientific background in academia, completing a master’s degree (MSc.) in Nutritional Sciences at University College Cork. During this time Danny researched vitamin D, directly under the world-renowned researcher Professor Kevin Cashman. In addition to that research, Danny took classes in biochemistry, clinical nutrition, micronutrient interactions and physiology. Previous to this Danny also completed a BSc. Degree in biology and physics education and spent a year teaching these subjects. As well as producing media content, Danny also works as a performance nutritionist to professional MMA fighters, professional boxers and competitive powerlifters. He has consulted several teams in a number of sports. He also has an online coaching service that helps a wide array of clients with nutrition related issues. In this episode, David & Danny discuss:   How to know when body-fat levels are too high that a diet is required?   

In this episode, David answers a listeners question regarding research.   David covers;   Topic 1: Research in the obese and elderly   Why does so much research focus on elderly and obese populations rather than trained and elite athletes?   Topic 2: Trained versus untrained populations in research   Why are the majority of studies conducted in untrained populations rather than elite athletes? For full show notes see: www.hpascience.com/episode47

Topic 1: Expectations vs. reality of owning a gym or online fitness business   Q1. Do the expectations of owning a business match the reality?   Q2. What unexpected issues arise in the setting up of such a business?   Q3. What is the best way to resolve conflict with employees, who are also friends?   Q4. How important is it surround yourself with people you trust & can delegate to?     Topic 2: Building a positive training environment   Q5. How do we build a positive training environment?   Q6. What unexpected roles do coaches often play?   For full show notes: www.hpascience.com/episode46

Episode 45 - Jordan Syatt – Dogmatic Fitness Trends, Nutritional Tracking, Increasing Your Social Media Following & Networking in Your Industry   In this episode, David is joined by Jordan Syatt.  Jordan has been a world record level powerlifter and is currently a coach based out of New York city. Jordan has gained huge exposure as personal trainer to Gary Vaynerchuck and has engineered his social media to accumulate a large and influential following.   David & Jordan discuss:   Topic 1: Dogmatic fitness trends   Q2. What are the emerging fitness trends that could be damaging or dangerous for the industry or for people?   Q3. Is calorie and macro tracking essential for anyone trying to lose weight / gain muscle?   Q4. What are some tips for making tracking easier?    Topic 2: Individualised approach to training clients & assessing bias.    Q5. What screening/assessment systems does Jordan use for clients?   Q6. What questions must we keep in mind when programming for someone?   Topic 3: Social Med

In this episode, David is joined by Dr. Stephen Patterson.   Stephen joined St Marys University, Twickenham in 2009 and is a Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology. He graduated with a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science from Napier University, Edinburgh (2005) before completing an MSc in Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise from Strathclyde University in Glasgow (2006). He then moved to Loughborough University where he completed his PhD specialising on the responses and adaptations to exercise with blood flow restriction.   Stephens’s research fits into two main themes of Health and Sports Performance with significant overlap between the two. His main research focuses on the following: Blood flow restriction training for rehabilitation and performance Ischemic Preconditioning Physiology of team sport   In this episode David & Stephen discuss:   Topic 1: Blood Flow Restriction Training   Q1. What is the theory behind blood flow restriction training?    Q2. Is there a standardised / optimal "tightnes

    In this episode, David is Joined by Dr. Greg Lehman.   Greg is a physiotherapist, chiropractor and strength and conditioning specialist treating musculoskeletal disorders within a biopsychosocial model.   Prior to his clinical career, Greg was fortunate enough to receive a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council MSc graduate scholarship that permitted him to be one of only two yearly students to train with Professor Stuart McGill in his Occupational Biomechanics Laboratory subsequently publishing more than 20 peer reviewed papers in the manual therapy and exercise biomechanics field. Greg was an assistant professor at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College teaching a graduate level course in Spine Biomechanics and Instrumentation as well conducting more than 20 research experiments while supervising more than 50 students. Greg has lectured on a number of topics on reconciling treatment biomechanics with pain science, running injuries, golf biomechanics, occupational low back injuries and the

In this episode, David is joined by Dr. Bobby Cheema.   Dr. Bobby Cheema is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Senior Lecturer and Researcher at Western Sydney University, and an Associate Researcher at the National Institute of Complementary Medicine.  He has 25 years of experience in exercise physiology and prescription, and is internationally recognized for the quality of his work. Bobby is also a former elite level ice-hockey player in his native Canada.   Dr. Cheema’s academic background consists of:   PhD (Exercise Physiology), University of Sydney, Australia, 2006 Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP), 2009-present MSc (Exercise Physiology), University of Victoria, Canada, 2002 Bachelor of Human Kinetics (Exercise Science), UBC, Canada, 1999 David & Bobby discuss:   Topic 1: NCD's   Q1. What is a non-communicable disease? Q2. What is the current state of public health? What is the current level of Non-communicable diseases?    Topic 2: Exercise / Exercise Physiologists    Q3. Is the role exerc

In this episode, David is joined by Kris Saunders Stowe, the founder of Wheely Good Fitness. The podcast is recorded live at the Fit4All national expo (organized by Cara) in Dublin, Ireland.   Wheely good fitness provides group exercise classes to those with disabilities, in particular wheelchair users.   Kris, who is a wheelchair user himself, set about trying to improve the choices for wheelchair users whilst also changing the attitude towards disability and fitness. For many wheelchair users there are medical issues affecting their lives and creating challenges every day whilst also having to cope with the side effects of medications along with the emotional strain an individuals circumstances can bring. However, overall fitness plays a big part in how we feel, cope with and enjoy life whilst also enabling independence and social interaction. A study in 2010/11 showed that 63% of wheelchair users are not taking sufficient physical activity, increasing their risk of developing certain chronic diseases by ne

In this episode, David is joined by Michael Goulden of Integra Training.    Michael specialises in biomechanics (in particular exercise mechanics) and neuroscience, Michael builds programs that is specific to the clients body, anatomy, training experience and desired outcome.   His master’s degree is in Biomechanics (MSc) and is a Mastery Level Resistance Training Specialist (RTSm).   David & Michael discuss:   Topic 1: Anatomy    Q1. How important is it for coaches / personal trainers to understand anatomy?   Q2. What level of anatomical variation is common between clients & what impact does this have on exercise selection and execution?     Topic 2: Biomechanics & Exercise execution   Q3. How does understanding biomechanics benefit a personal trainer?   Q4. What is the resistance profile & strength profile of an exercise?   Q5 How does one practically apply the knowledge of these profiles to exercise execution? How do we stimulate muscles through their full ROM? How do we customise machine s

In this episode, David is joined by the founder of Bayesian Bodybuilding, Menno Henselmans.    Menno was once a high-level business consultant who specialized in advanced statistical data analysis. Menno then traded in his business life to chase his passion of coaching.  In this episode David and Menno discuss;   Topic 1: Metabolic damage and reverse dieting   Q1. What are the thoughts behind the concept of metabolic damage?   Q2. What does the current body of evidence say about the concept of metabolic damage?    Q3. Does the concept of reverse dieting have any merit? Why?            Topic 2: The role of genetics   Q5. What impact do genetics have on the rate of progression in muscle and strength gains?   Q6. How do we know / predict our genetic potential?   Q7. Do genetics play a role in our ability to lose fat / fat distribution?   Topic 3: Business development   Q8. How important is following your passion to your success?    Q9. What should people consider before beginning an online fitness business?    F

This week David brings you a solo podcast addressing some of the common myths still believed by the general population.    The aim of this podcast is to act as a review session for fitness professionals and an easily understood discussion around some common concerns we see the general population have.    David addresses:   High Protein Diets:    Are they detrimental to our health? Are they damaging to the kidneys & liver? Where do the myths come from? What is the link between high protein diets & cancer?   Creatine:   Is it a safe supplement? Is it a steroid-like compound? Where do the myths around creatine come from?   Carbohydrates and Fat Loss?   What does the evidence say about carbohydrate elimination and fat loss? Is there a metabolic advantage to low-carb high-fat diet?   All show notes and links available at: www.hpascience.com/episode38    

In this episode, David is joined by Irish life-coach Sarah Doyle, creator of the Better Life Project.    Sarah and her husband James are well known in the Irish health and fitness industry and spread positivity through evidence-based practice and the advocating of exercise.    In this episode David & Sarah discuss:   Topic 1.  Body confidence and body image   Q1. What is the current situation in terms of confidence and body image? Is it a major problem in society presently? Is it something that just affects adolescents as stereotypically thought?    Q2. What are the main reasons for people lacking confidence or having a poor opinion of themselves?   Q3. What role does social media play in the current level of poor confidence and body image?    Topic 2. Public speaking & dealing with negativity.   Q4. What is the best way to become confident in public speaking?   Q5. How do we overcome a negative mindset? How do we develop a more positive outlook? For full show-notes: www.hpascience.com/episode37

This week David is joined by Dominic Munnelly, a Dublin-based personal trainer who has successfully been working in the industry for over 20 years. Dominic has a degree in sports and exercise sciences and is co-owner of one of Irelands largest training facilities.    In this episode David & Dominic discuss:   Topic 1: Crossfit   Q2. What common misconceptions of CrossFit people have?   Q3. As a coach how do you decide when someone is capable of progressing to Olympic lifts?   Q4. As a coach how to you deal with people who want to progress quicker than they are able to and neglect the basics?   Q5. What are most common negative aspects of CrossFit we see?   Q6. What advice would you give to someone who is considering opening their own facility?   Topic 2: Sports science and continued education   Q9. How valuable has a degree in sports science been?   Q10.How valuable continued and on-going learning?   Topic 3: Negative relationships with food   Q11. What are the most common mistakes people make in terms of

This week David is joined by Steve Hall, founder and owner of Revive Stronger, a UK based online personal training business. Revive Stronger is one of the leading and fastest growing personal training companies in the UK. Steve is also the host of the successful "Macros, Bodybuilding & Powerlifting Podcast." David and Steve discussed: Topic 1: Online coaching as a business idea.   Q1. What attracted Steve yto working solely as an online coach rather than a traditional gym based PT.   Q3. What level of people respond best to online training? How important has client screening been to Steve?   Q4. What level of service can we give to our clients online? How do we keep the “personal” element in online PT?   Q5. What advice would Steve give to someone who wishes to begin an online coaching business? What in hindsight would you (Steve) say were the biggest mistakes you made when starting the business?   Q6. What are the best tools Steve would recommend for increasing efficiency in your personal training busine