Cold water immersion (a.k.a., “ice baths”) has become a popular method amongst exercise enthusiasts and athletes to enhance recovery after an intense training bout. The strategy involves exposing either the trained limb or the whole body to very cold liquid temperatures. According to p...
Brad Schoenfeld, Ph.D, C.S.C.S., is an internationally renowned fitness expert and widely regarded as one of the leading authorities on body composition training (muscle development and fat loss). He is a lifetime drug-free bodybuilder, and has won numerous natural bodybuilding titles.
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That was very well done, Brad!
I love how you squeezed in the evidence based approach in there too!
Comment by Anoop — January 21, 2012 @ 1:34 pm
Nice video Brad.
With respect to improper exercises: I heard the following exercise described as dangerous. Although I don’t view the source as an authority, I feel the comment warrants investigation. Would a shoulder shrug (shoulder girdle elevation), performed with the cable rope attachment; set in the lowest height position; soft knees; hands held behind the back and below the waist; in a neutral grip; be considered a contraindicated exercise?
I realize proper form would be a major determinant, but accepting proper form as a given, is there anything inherently wrong with this activity? The goal is to develop the trapezius.
Thanks.
Comment by charles donahue — January 22, 2012 @ 1:44 pm
Thanks Anoop. EBP is essential for any fitness professional. Can’t emphasis it enough.
Brad
Comment by Brad — January 23, 2012 @ 8:29 am
Hey Charles:
I don’t see why the shrug would be contraindicated. Would need more explanation as to a reason to better evaluate the claim. But again, in almost every case it comes down to the individual’s needs, abilities, and limitations.
Brad
Comment by Brad — January 23, 2012 @ 8:31 am