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Welcome to the Figuring Things Out Podcast, hosted by Wil Brown.Inspired by the parable of the five blind folk and the elephant, each series brings together five practitioners, teachers and fascinating humans to explore a single topic from their own corner of expertise. Episode by episode, the shape of the thing comes into focus. No single guest has the whole picture, but together they get us closer to clarity.To dive deeper, visit www.figuringthingsout.com
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- May 20, 202633 min
Shoulder Injuries, Rehab & More - Mentorship Q&A
MentorshipThe conversation delves into shoulder injury and rehabilitation, exploring the evolutionary framework, kinetic chain movements and shoulder complex dysfunction.Additionally, the conversation compares the RICE and RELM frameworks for injury rehabilitation, highlighting the differences and benefits of each approach.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Shoulder Injury Discussion42:29 Upper Arm Movement and Scapula on the Ribs49:27 Rehabilitation and Overuse Injuries01:03:37 RICE vs RELM Framework for Injury Rehabilitation
- May 5, 20261h 11m
Daniel Strauss AKA The Raspberry Ape - S8E2
The Training Hub Ape Academy This conversation covers Dan's transition to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) from early childhood inactivity, the emotional investment in training, his approach to teaching and learning, MMA aspirations, and his competitive career in BJJ. The conversation delves into the impact of competitiveness on performance, the dynamics of goal setting and intrinsic motivation, as well as the multifaceted nature of grip training and its relevance in various sports, highlighting the depth and complexity of grip strength as a training system.Chapters00:00 Aspirations and Career in BJJ38:30 Competitiveness and Performance49:42 Goal Setting and Intrinsic Motivation59:37 Training and Conditioning
- Apr 28, 20261h 21m
Richard Trovatten AKA Mobility for Fighting - S8E1
Mobility for FightingThe Training HubThe conversation covers Richard's journey from childhood to retirement before the age of 40, exploring themes of risk, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. The conversation delves into Richard's journey from high-risk startups to a more stable career, his investment strategy, and the development of Mobility for Fighters. Richard emphasises the importance of high conviction in decision-making and the value of unique, self-directed paths.Chapters00:00 Journey from Childhood to Entrepreneurship17:20 Transition to Investment Banking44:48 Early Life and Career in Startups51:40 Career in Investment Banking and Retirement01:00:01 Exit Plan and Financial Leverage01:05:43 Journey into Mobility for Fighters
- Apr 14, 202630 min
Sales, Coaching for Free, Breathwork & Reframing - Mentorship Q&A
Mentorship CourseThe conversation covers topics such as selling yourself to venues, coaching friends for free, setting skill deadlines, and breathwork for recovery. The key theme throughout the conversation is the concept of reframing and shifting perspectives to approach these topics in a more positive and effective manner.TakeawaysReframing is essential in approaching challenges and difficult situations.Breathwork should be seen as a way to return to a calm normality rather than a training stimulus.Chapters00:00 Selling Yourself to Venues25:13 Coaching Friends for Free30:35 Setting Skill Deadlines38:24 Breathwork for Recovery
- Mar 24, 20261h 5m
Arm Wrestling, Nutrition, Recovery & Posture - Mentorship Q&A
Join the Mentorship: https://coach.everfit.io/package/BE176151The conversation covers the topics of arm wrestling, diet and nutrition, training volume, and approaching new sports and practices. It delves into the Wil's passion for arm wrestling, his diet and nutrition principles, the impact of training volume on arm wrestling fatigue, and the approach to new sports and practices. The key takeaways include the importance of balancing training and nutrition, adapting to new sports, and learning from different disciplines. The conversation covers the challenge of evidence-based training, the approach to difficult client situations, the debate on the Postural Restoration Institute (PRI), and the empowerment of movement through soft acrobatics. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Arm Wrestling Passion26:36 Training Volume and Arm Wrestling Fatigue40:35 Approach to New Sports and Practices01:12:49 Empowering Movement Through Soft Acrobatics
- Feb 24, 20261h 6m
Money, Client Progress & Being a Successful Coach - Mentorship Q&A
In this conversation, we dive deep into three cracking questions from the Mentorship students. Join the Mentorship here.1. What are our experiences with money through our coaching career? Have we struggled to ask for more? Self-limiting beliefs and more. How to know if your coaching is actually working?!How do you know when to move a client on to a new training plan? The recording begins part way through an intersting conversation between Simeon & Wil, which we left in as it may be of interest.
- Jan 12, 20261h 15m
Effective Training & Client Success - Mentorship Q&A
The conversation covers a range of topics whilst answering questions from our Mentorship Coaches. Topics covered include training philosophy, foundational physiology, learning pedagogy, training science, structured programming vs. exploratory training, minimum training volume, and more!TakeawaysTraining volume depends on recoverabilityStructured programming vs. exploratory trainingMinimum training volume for muscle growth and strength adaptation IndividualizationDiscipline and MomentumChapters00:00 Book Recommendations and Training Philosophy06:34 Training Science and Sports Science18:31 Structured Programming vs. Exploratory Training30:25 Minimum Training Volume and Recovery42:16 Training Parameters and Auto-Regulation52:17 Exercise Selection and Programming01:06:48 Handling Ambitious Clients and RecoveryTo join the Mentorship: https://coach.everfit.io/package/BE176151
- Dec 10, 20251h 10m
Are DELOADs really needed?! (MentorSHIP Q&A)
Take my quiz to find out your current MOVEMENT SCORE“become the coach you wish you had”You’ve done courses, followed programs, maybe even coached a few people… but something’s missing? Turn your passion for movement into a confident, structured coaching practice. Learn how to design effective programs, attract the right clients, and grow a business that fits your values.You’re not alone — most coaches face the same challenges. That’s exactly why this mentorship exists. www.figuringthingsout.com/mentorship In this video, we answer a series of questions from the crew as they enter the first stage of the process. If you too would like to be part of this growing community, work through the coaching modules and ask us questions, click the link above and apply.
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Welcome to the Figuring Things Out Podcast, hosted by Wil Brown.Inspired by the parable of the five blind folk and the elephant, each series brings together five practitioners, teachers and fascinating humans to explore a single topic from their own corner of expertise. Episode by episode, the shape of the thing comes into focus. No single guest has the whole picture, but together they get us closer to clarity.To dive deeper, visit www.figuringthingsout.com
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