Funk-Roberts
In this episode of the Over 40 Alpha podcast, host Funk Roberts introduces Dr. Eoin Everard, an Irish physiotherapist and biomechanics expert who has developed Sports Pilates, a form of Pilates specifically designed for runners but also beneficial for men over 40 looking to improve mobility, stability, and overall health. Dr. Everard emphasizes the importance of activation, particularly of the core and glutes, in restoring the body's natural movement and preventing injury. He recommends following along with workout videos and incorporating progressive overload as well as mobility exercises into one's routine for maximum results. The speakers conclude that being in good shape not only benefits oneself but also society, setting a positive example for younger generations and demonstrating the importance of living a healthy lifestyle.
In this section, host Funk Roberts introduces Episode 106 of the Over 40 Alpha podcast focused on recovery, and specifically on Pilates, a form of exercise generally associated with women but with great benefits for men over 40. Roberts explains how Pilates supports mobility, stability, motor control, and activation, and how these benefits are crucial for staying injury-free and getting the most out of workouts and daily life. Roberts then introduces Dr. Eoin Everard, an Irish physiotherapist, biomechanics expert, and champion runner, who will discuss how Pilates can help men over 40 achieve their health and fitness goals.
In this section, the speaker introduces Dr. Eoin Everard, a world champion runner who has created Sports Pilates, a type of Pilates designed for runners but also helpful for anyone looking to improve mobility, stability, and overall health as they age. The speaker emphasizes the importance of focusing on recovery and implements Pilates, in addition to regular workouts, in order to stay strong, supple, and pain-free. The speaker also promotes his over 40 Alpha Brotherhood program, which includes a full nutrition plan, follow-along workouts, weekly coaching, and a community of men over the age of 40. The program is only one dollar for the first 30 days and offers a guarantee of losing 5 to 20 pounds.
In this section of the transcript, the speaker introduces Dr. Eoin Everard, a sports Pilates specialist who explains how he incorporates Pilates into his training to improve overall health and fitness. Dr. Everard has a background in physical therapy with a PhD in human movement and biomechanics, and he is also a former five-time national running champion. Dr. Everard notes that Pilates is great for addressing mobility and stability issues, and he has developed a routine that allows people to activate and use their muscles in more functional, standing positions. The speaker and Dr. Everard discuss the importance of learning how to switch on dormant muscles like glutes and core to improve movement and technique.
In this section, the speaker talks about the difference between Pilates and Yoga and how they both fall under the restorative exercise category, which aims to restore the body's ability to move through a full range of motion in a controlled manner. Pilates is focused on activation, particularly the core and glutes, while Yoga is more focused on mobility and flexibility. The speaker emphasizes the importance of learning how to activate muscles in Pilates, especially as modern life has shifted our focus towards sports hand-eye coordination and away from restorative and martial exercises. The activation portion helps with knee and lower back pain and builds a robust body that is not easily broken down.
In this section, Dr. Eoin Everard stresses the importance of mobility, stability, and motor control in the body for men over 40. He notes that these are more critical than jumping into the gym or any fitness program. He provides reasons to support his view, such as the higher risk of injuries, the lack of restorative capacity that we naturally have in our 20s, and the naturally declining stability and flexibility of the body. Everard recommends Pilates or yoga routines as they restore the body to its natural state, even as we age.
In this section, Dr. Eoin Everard discusses the importance of Pilates for running, especially for long-distance runners who often suffer from injuries such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, knee, hip, and back pain. Everard explains that while running is great for burning calories and cardiovascular fitness, it doesn't activate the muscles. Pilates, on the other hand, is essential for activating the muscles, which is necessary for runners, even more so as people get older and their recovery capacity goes down. Pilates helps wake up the muscles, and when they're awake, they'll naturally kick in to prevent overloads.
In this section, Dr. Eoin Everard discusses how he created his own version of Pilates called Sports Pilates, which is specifically designed for runners. While Pilates and other exercises may be helpful up to a point, he recommends moving on to more intensive workouts once a particular threshold is met. For this reason, he created Sports Pilates to aid runners in mastering their movement and technique, which could improve the results of their workouts while lowering their risk of injury.
In this section, Dr. Eoin Everard discusses sports Pilates which he recommends for men who are over 40 or suffer from injuries from years of physical exertion without proper stretching. During a session, Dr. Everard incorporates hip openers, core work, and standing exercises such as single-leg deadlifts to activate smaller stabilizing muscles and promote postural control. He recommends 45-minute sessions per week, although he also offers 10-minute videos and foam rolling exercises for people who may not have the time for a full session.
In this section of the video, the speakers discuss the importance of follow-along workout videos and how they help people to stay motivated and accountable. They emphasize the value of putting time and effort into the correct type of training and highlight the benefits of sports Pilates for men over 40. They also discuss the necessity of progressive overload to continue making progress and the significant difference that mobility exercises can make to everyday life for those with joint and back problems. The speakers conclude that the value of sports Pilates extends far beyond the gym and has a positive impact on overall quality of life.
In this section, Dr. Eoin Everard emphasizes the importance of not being injured or waking up in pain, especially for men over 40, as it can affect one's energy and mood. He stresses that people often lose mobility and posture as they age, which is why exercises like Pilates can be effective in promoting hip mobility, strengthening postural muscles, and firing up the core. Everard also highlights the significant impact of physical fitness on one's overall success and how being in good shape can make a person appear more successful and disciplined, especially since people often subconsciously judge others based on their physical appearance.
In this section, the conversation discusses the importance of working out and being in good shape as it not only benefits oneself but also society. Having good posture and core control as well as strength and cardiovascular fitness is what is needed for balance. It is also noted that being out of shape can be a burden not only on society but also on one's family. Being strong and in good shape sets a positive example for younger generations and demonstrates the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. The discussion ends with how the Sports Pilates program has transformed the lives of men in the program by helping them have better mobility, stronger relationships and transforming their bodies.
In this section, Dr. Eoin Everard discusses the misconception that people have about Pilates being easy. He explains that it is a different type of workout that can be humbling, but at the same time, it can give maximum work in a short time. He highlights how he has a free trial period called "Everard Pilates" at everardpilates.com where people can try out different types of weeks ranging from transitions to a Pilates flow. Each session is unique, and people can do it every week without getting bored. He emphasizes that consistent practice can lead to better results and that failure at the beginning should not discourage people because the effort is what counts.
In this section, Dr. Eoin Everard explains his eight-week Sports Pilates program for men over 40, which is designed to improve mobility, stability, technique, and endurance in the body. He emphasizes the importance of starting from the beginning of the program, rather than jumping in at a later stage, as each week builds upon the previous one. He also offers the first four weeks of the program for free to anyone who signs up through the Everard Pilates website and mentions the chat with Funk.
In this section, the speaker is discussing how to sign up for the Sports Pilates program for men over 40 with Dr. Eoin Everard. He explains that if users try the first week trial and enjoy it, they can sign up for the eight-week program. If they are in a specific group, they will receive four weeks for free as a thank you. The URL to sign up for the program is everardpilates.com/sport, and the goal is to improve mobility, stability, and motor control in order to become the best possible man.
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