David Weck Episode 36 "Move without moving, Whole brain thinking, rotational considerations and coiling"

On this episode I was lucky enough to sit down with David Weck creator of the Weck method and many innovative and awesome inventions and methods. We start by discussing what traditional strength methods miss in preparation. David shares that it is important to have a base line of strength, especially within the context of contact sports. One of the areas that is often overlooked is how to effectively transfer strength, Mr. Weck begins to discuss the importance of being able to coil or use the end ranges of movement to produce dynamic and powerful movement. We also discuss how the natural evolution of the human brain has led to many subconscious systems that may not be optimized in more traditional preparatory settings. There are many different factors that may led to less then optimal brain states, that govern or drive us away from optimal movement solutions and overall health and happiness. 

As we discussed the brains involvement in training, Mr. Weck shares how increasing neural drive and coordinative means will lend to a greater understanding and confidence in a given movement or situation. This leads to me asking about the role of variability, David discusses how all modalities eventually reach a point of diminishing returns. By keeping it fresh athletes are more likely to stay engaged and also creative which is what will be required in many sporting situations. Weck rationalizes the 80/20 rationale, that by attaining 80 % of one given area and leaving the 20 % for a later time will drive more optimal adaptations. Weck shares how he utilizes non dominant side training to help contextualize and bring the non dominant side to a more proficient state, and again takes into account whole body concepts or both sides utilized (BOSU). 

I couldn't pass up the opportunity to discuss the role of the core and coiling as that is one of the major considerations of the Weck Method. Weck discusses the concept of coiling and figure 8's, this leads to discussion on rope flow training and also how Weck utilizes Isometrics to help effectively prepare the body for rotational considerations and coiling. Weck also discusses the concepts of uphill and down hill training and shares instances in which both formats would be useful. The Sole steps are a great tool and the easiest way to facilitate proper foot mechanics within training. Weck also shares how his product the propulse is a natural tool to increase efficient locomotion and to teach coiling. We end out the show discussing all the great offerings that David has over that the Weck method, make sure to check out David's socials and website listed below. 

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WeckMethod Website https://www.weckmethod.com/