Episode 2: Training vs Exercise Part 1

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• Joe Gambino
• Joe LaVacca

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Summary

In this conversation, Joe LaVacca and Joe Gambino discuss their current fitness routines and the difference between exercise and training. They both prioritize strength training, with Joe LaVacca training four days a week and Joe Gambino training five days a week. They also incorporate aerobic work into their routines, with Joe LaVacca focusing on lower intensity aerobic exercises and Joe Gambino using a Peloton bike. They discuss the importance of mobility work and how they incorporate it into their training. They also touch on the concept of seasons in training, where they focus on specific goals for a period of time. The conversation explores the importance of skill development in training and the need to practice specific skills to improve performance. It emphasizes the need to align training goals with individual interests and sports-specific skills. The ACSM guidelines for fitness are discussed, highlighting the importance of finding realistic and achievable goals. The conversation also delves into the concept of strength training as a means to improve the body's ability to handle stress and the importance of finding the right balance between rehab and fitness training. The episode concludes with a discussion on navigating pain and making adjustments to training programs to accommodate individual needs.

Keywords

fitness, exercise, training, strength training, aerobic work, mobility work, seasons in training, skill development, training goals, ACSM guidelines, strength training, rehab, fitness training, pain management

Takeaways

• Both Joe LaVacca and Joe Gambino prioritize strength training in their fitness routines.
• They incorporate aerobic work into their routines, with Joe LaVacca focusing on lower intensity exercises and Joe Gambino using a Peloton bike.
• Mobility work is an important component of their training, and they discuss different approaches to incorporating it.
• They discuss the concept of seasons in training, where they focus on specific goals for a period of time. Skill development is crucial for optimal performance, and specific skills need to be practiced to improve performance.
• Align training goals with individual interests and sports-specific skills.
• Be aware of the ACSM guidelines for fitness and find realistic and achievable goals.
• Strength training improves the body's ability to handle stress and should be balanced with rehab and fitness training.
• Adjust training programs to accommodate pain and focus on patterns and modifications to continue training.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction

06:11
Fitness Routines

14:39
Mobility Work and Strength Training

31:29
Navigating Pain and Adjusting Programs