Brad is the co-author of many of Mark Sisson's books, including Primal Endurance, the host of the B.rad Podcast, former professional triathlete and world champion endurance athlete, and a guy who seems to be defying the usual laws of aging by remaining incredibly competitive in sports and fitness to this day. He joins us to explore the need for a renaissance in the fitness industry, emphasizing the alignment of fitness with overall health.
In this episode, Brad, Laura and Erin highlight the importance of understanding clients deeply and promoting a holistic fitness strategy to prevent injuries and promote longevity. They share personal struggles with balancing enthusiasm and competitiveness in workouts, underlining the significance of mobility, flexibility, and rest for injury prevention.
Brad is the lead author of the Primal Fitness Coach Certification course, and as you'll hear in this episode, he is the perfect guy for the job! Please enjoy this episode with the always entertaining and thought-provoking Brad Kearns.
To learn how to become a health coach or to up-level your skills and credentials as a health coach, visit primalhealthcoach.com.
Episode Overview:
- 0:00 Introducing Brad Kearns
- 1:46 Special Announcement: Primal Fitness Coach Certification
- 3:24 The Misconceptions of Mainstream Fitness Programs
- 4:38 The Risks of Overly Stressful Fitness Programming
- 9:00 Embracing the Importance of the Parasympathetic Nervous System
- 9:49 Fitness as Support for Health and Longevity
- 13:23 The Importance of Being Honest and Vulnerable in Fitness
- 16:53 Reimagining the Role of Fitness Coaches
- 23:28 The Obligation to Increase Everyday Movement
- 26:12 The Power of Walking as Foundational Exercise
- 31:50 Proper Human Posture and Spinal Integrity
- 38:51 Breathing Techniques and Benefits
- 42:11 Recovery and Overexertion Awareness
- 44:59 Movement Fundamentals and Stretching
- 49:51 Importance of Recovery in Training
- 53:19 Understanding High-Intensity Exercise
- 55:24 Mindset, Performance, and Burnout Prevention
- 1:00:01 Symptoms of Overreaching and Overtraining
- 1:02:08 Comprehensive Approach to Fitness Coaching
- 1:05:21 The Emergence of the Fitness Coach
Connect with Brad at:
- Instagram: @bradkearns1
- Podcast: bradkearns.com/podcast-index/
- Website: bradkearns.com
Listen via the player below, or subscribe in iTunes or your preferred podcast streaming service.
Health Coach Radio is a podcast that dives deep into the world of health and fitness coaching, brought to you by Primal Health Coach Institute, founded by the renowned Mark Sisson. Join your hosts, Erin and Laura, both proud graduates of Primal Health Coach Institute, as they share inspiring stories and expert insights on elevating your coaching practice.
If you're curious about transforming your life through the power of health and/or fitness coaching, visit primalhealthcoach.com/hcr/. Discover the transformative journey of Primal living and explore how Primal Health Coach Institute can empower you to make a real impact on people's lives.
