David Skolnik is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Educator & Coach. He is the founder & owner of Stronger In Motion, host of The Essential Strength Podcast & educator with Pain Free Performance.
Since he first heard the phrase "Exercise Is Medicine" this concept has been his North Star - guiding his career and his passion for improving how healthcare and fitness services are delivered and experienced.
What a privilege it was having David on the podcast! His knowledge on the diversity of what it means to be strong, extensive knowledge in physical therapy and strength training is just exceptional and humbling.
If you are looking for a powerlifting coach, stuck in a cycle of pain and injury/had an injury, went through rehab and still don't feel 100%, you can connect with David here:
Email: david@strongerinmotion.com
Website: www.strongerinmotion.com
Instagram: @dr.davidskolnik.dpt
Twitter: @skolnik_david
Facebook: /DavidSkolnik
00:00 Intro / The Essential Strength Podcast / David Goggins that no one's heard of: Mike McCastle
07:00 What does strength mean? / Strength VS. Resilience
12:25 The truth about "good enough" / The most controlled environment which you can fail in and WHY
18:00 KEY advice for beginners
22:20 What EVERYONE MUST know + do to get results / How most adults think they should have to go through life
26:56 Gym intimidation / Form, line path, genetics
35:37 WHY do YOU want to lift heavy?
37:30 Audience, if you're listening... why "training age" is not an accurate measure of progress
44:05 Shoutout to Clif Harski, the perfect example of being ABLE, ADAPTABLE and ATHLETIC / The progress we DON'T see
WELCOME to The Fitness Lifestyle Fundamentals Podcast (FLF), where you learn how to apply fitness fundamentals that are EASY to understand and apply, to help you become CONSISTENT in your fitness journey, creating the best version of you.
Hosted by Alexandra Rubin, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, PPSC Pain-Free Mobility Coach Certified, Behavioral Coach, Founder and CEO of Alexandra Lifts Fitness.
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Introduction/Outro song is Pick N Choose by DJDhiggs. Background music from Chill Lofi Mix [chill lo-fi hip hop beats] Settle on Youtube, all rights reserved to the songs respectful owner(s). (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLeZy...)