Episode

#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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1:15:47
Published: Sat Apr 08 2023
Description

Kelly Starrett is a physical therapist, speaker, author, and considered one of the most influential voices in the fitness industry.  Deep down we know we should take better care of ourselves. The random aches, pains and cracks many of us have become accustomed to simply shouldn't be a part of our everyday experience. Thankfully, Kelly has broken down his philosophy into simple vital signs you should focus on to move smoother, sleep better, live longer and train harder. Expect to learn how to fix your posture if you sit at a desk all day, what nutrient dense foods you need to be eating more of, why you need to spend more time on the ground, how to burn an extra 100,000 calories per year with one change, the simplest way to hit 10k steps per day, the most important health metrics you need to be tracking, how to stay disciplined with your new fitness habits and much more... Sponsors: Get 10% discount on your first month from BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Get 20% discount on House Of Macadamias’ nuts at https://houseofmacadamias.com/modernwisdom (use code MW20) Get 5 Free Travel Packs, Free Liquid Vitamin D and more from Athletic Greens at https://athleticgreens.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Extra Stuff: Buy Built To Move - https://amzn.to/437sM6D  Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/ 

Chapters
The episode provides tips on improving posture for people who sit at a desk all day, the types of nutrient-dense foods to eat, the importance of tracking health metrics, and much more.
00:00 - 04:29 (04:29)
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Health & Wellness
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The episode provides tips on improving posture for people who sit at a desk all day, the types of nutrient-dense foods to eat, the importance of tracking health metrics, and much more. An ad for Athletic Greens featuring a year's free supply of Vitamin D, travel packs, and a 90-day money-back guarantee is included.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Modern Wisdom
The hosts discuss the evolution of fitness in the last decade and share their insights on fundamental behaviors that make a difference in staying healthy.
04:41 - 09:35 (04:53)
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Fitness
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The hosts discuss the evolution of fitness in the last decade and share their insights on fundamental behaviors that make a difference in staying healthy.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Eric and Andy discuss the importance of active recovery for athletes and how it can help them handle higher volumes and intensities over longer periods of time, leading to more progress.
09:35 - 14:14 (04:38)
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Active Recovery
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Eric and Andy discuss the importance of active recovery for athletes and how it can help them handle higher volumes and intensities over longer periods of time, leading to more progress.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Sedentary behavior can have a significant impact on our overall health, and it is important to understand how our body adapts to this behavior.
14:14 - 19:22 (05:07)
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Sedentary behavior
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Sedentary behavior can have a significant impact on our overall health, and it is important to understand how our body adapts to this behavior. It is essential to think about our sleep, nutrition, safety, and movement to comprehend the role of sedentary behavior in our brain's function and physiology.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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In this episode, the guest discusses the importance of hip flexibility due to prolonged sitting.
19:22 - 23:56 (04:33)
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Hip Mobility
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In this episode, the guest discusses the importance of hip flexibility due to prolonged sitting. He suggests simple exercises like the couch stretch or lunges to improve hip mobility instead of relying on technology or special tools.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Modern Wisdom
A common issue in young soccer players is the "tail wagged the dog" problem where stiff quads and glutes lead to strain on the spine.
23:56 - 27:40 (03:44)
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Physical Health
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A common issue in young soccer players is the "tail wagged the dog" problem where stiff quads and glutes lead to strain on the spine. It is important to address the root cause of the issue rather than relying solely on building a stronger trunk or upregulating the system to improve physical health.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Modern Wisdom
To effectively alleviate neck pain, it is crucial to improve upper back mobility by finding a position where one can take a bigger breath to help the body automatically organize.
27:40 - 31:21 (03:40)
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Neck Pain
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To effectively alleviate neck pain, it is crucial to improve upper back mobility by finding a position where one can take a bigger breath to help the body automatically organize. Breathing through the neck can lead to frequent neck pain due to the overuse and lack of effective mobility in the upper back.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Modern Wisdom
Spending time on the ground and in end range positions can help improve your range of motion and overall well-being, according to expert Philip Beach.
31:21 - 39:14 (07:52)
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Health and Wellness
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Spending time on the ground and in end range positions can help improve your range of motion and overall well-being, according to expert Philip Beach. Our ancestors spent a lot of time on the ground, and doing so can help the body tune itself and improve circulatory and waste systems.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Modern Wisdom
The speaker encountered accessibility issues in a hotel room due to his physical condition.
39:14 - 42:00 (02:46)
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Accessibility
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The speaker encountered accessibility issues in a hotel room due to his physical condition. Despite being pointed out by the hotel staff, he found an alternative solution to overcome the problem.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Modern Wisdom
Whether you hit your step goal in shorter walks or one long walk, the most important thing is to consistently hit between 6,000 and 8,000 steps per day.
42:03 - 47:11 (05:08)
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Health and Fitness
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Whether you hit your step goal in shorter walks or one long walk, the most important thing is to consistently hit between 6,000 and 8,000 steps per day. This applies to all clients, athletes, and individuals seeking to improve their health and fitness.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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The speaker explains that when identifying hinges in life, or the pillars that swing the biggest doors, first principles thinking can be clinically validated in order to bring positive results.
47:11 - 50:00 (02:49)
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First Principles Thinking
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The speaker explains that when identifying hinges in life, or the pillars that swing the biggest doors, first principles thinking can be clinically validated in order to bring positive results. Using sleep as an organizational principle, for example, one can cut caffeine intake earlier in the day to promote better sleep habits.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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The hosts discuss the recommended amount of protein and micronutrients needed for those looking to improve their health and athletic performance, citing the benefits of consuming around a gram of protein per pound of body weight and 800 grams of fruits and vegetables per day.
50:00 - 54:22 (04:21)
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Nutrition
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The hosts discuss the recommended amount of protein and micronutrients needed for those looking to improve their health and athletic performance, citing the benefits of consuming around a gram of protein per pound of body weight and 800 grams of fruits and vegetables per day.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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The debate over the health benefits of meat and liver continues, with some people embracing them as beneficial while others become increasingly vocal about the concerns associated with these foods.
54:22 - 59:15 (04:53)
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Health
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The debate over the health benefits of meat and liver continues, with some people embracing them as beneficial while others become increasingly vocal about the concerns associated with these foods.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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In this podcast episode, the speakers discuss how different principles and outcomes can be applied to our lives regardless of culture and language, with the ultimate goal of improving our behaviors and achieving a better result.
59:15 - 1:02:53 (03:38)
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Self-improvement
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In this podcast episode, the speakers discuss how different principles and outcomes can be applied to our lives regardless of culture and language, with the ultimate goal of improving our behaviors and achieving a better result.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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The speaker talks about his daily routine, the importance of sleep preparation, and the use of red lights to improve sleep patterns.
1:02:53 - 1:06:24 (03:30)
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Sleep
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The speaker talks about his daily routine, the importance of sleep preparation, and the use of red lights to improve sleep patterns.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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The speaker discusses the importance of having physical benchmarks and avoiding unnecessary stressors during travel, especially during stressful times in life.
1:06:24 - 1:11:41 (05:16)
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Stress Management
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The speaker discusses the importance of having physical benchmarks and avoiding unnecessary stressors during travel, especially during stressful times in life. He also mentions the benefits of being health conscious and not drinking excessively.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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The speaker emphasizes the importance of going back to basics in staying healthy, especially during busy times, by getting enough sunlight and taking regular walks.
1:11:41 - 1:15:43 (04:01)
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Health
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The speaker emphasizes the importance of going back to basics in staying healthy, especially during busy times, by getting enough sunlight and taking regular walks.

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#612 - Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
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Modern Wisdom