Autonomy 🤸🍔✊ GMB Fitness
202 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsAutonomy means deciding and moving. Ryan, Andy, and Jarlo aren't here to shill for some stupid supplement company. This show explores fitness as a way to play your own game and do more of what matters, all based on decades of training, coaching, and clinical experience. And truly awful jokes. If you hate every formulaic fitness podcast, you just might be in the right place.
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Episodes
Amir Solsky's Movement Evolution
August 14, 2014 04:00 - 21 minutes - 10.1 MBAmir Solsky is a movement enthusiast, celebrity fitness trainer, and founder of Fundamentals of Movement and Capoeira of Los Angeles. In this special episode, Ryan interviews Amir on his movement journey, and gets a sneak peek at a day in the life of a movement genius like Amir.Support the show
Perfecting Your Pull-Up
July 17, 2014 04:00 - 17 minutes - 8.11 MBPull-ups are great for building upper body strength, but how many should you do? And what position is best? Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
L-Sit Positioning and Programming
July 03, 2014 04:00 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBWhere should your shoulders be in the L-Sit? Why do your legs feel like they're going to fall off while in the L-Sit? We answer those questions, and more, in this episode.Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Mastering the Basics of Bodyweight Exercise
June 26, 2014 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBWhat are "the basics", and why are they so damn important? Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Pistol Squats and Weight Vests
June 19, 2014 04:00 - 21 minutes - 9.71 MBThere are a lot of details to consider when it comes to pistol squats, and many people have questions about weight vests. This episode covers all your burning questions on those topics.Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Sitting All Day Isn't a Death Sentence
May 30, 2014 04:00 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBSitting all day doesn't have to be a death sentence. There are things you can do to mitigate the damage (and no, quitting your job is not one of those things). Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Getting Stuck: What it Means and What To Do About It
May 09, 2014 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBWhat does `getting stuck` really mean? And what should you do when it happens? This episode will clear up the confusion, and set you straight about the search for the "perfect exercise program". Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Building Leg Strength with Bodyweight Exercise
April 25, 2014 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBSquats are king, right? Well, usually, yes. But depending on your goals, you need to choose the right squat variation for your application. This episode covers bodyweight exercises for leg strength and functional applications. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Choosing a Coach
April 18, 2014 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBChoosing a coach or a program to follow can be a challenge - there's just a lot of info out there, but here's some tips that will make it easier to decide. Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Breathe, Dammit!
April 11, 2014 04:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBHere's how to develop efficient breathing for your workouts without a lot of craziness. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
How to Stay Active and Prevent Injuries as You Age
March 28, 2014 04:00 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBFirst things first, even if you are young, NOW is the time to learn how to prevent age-related physical decline. And if you're already dealing with it, here's how to keep moving and keep fit as long as possible. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
How to Change Your Body Composition
March 21, 2014 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBMost people wish they could build more muscle or lose more fat. It's not easy, but you can do it with some pretty simple changes to your habits. Here's what you need to know about changing your body composition. Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Adjusting Exercise Programs to Your Body Type
March 14, 2014 04:00 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBWe get questions all the time asking if tall people can learn handstands or if those with thicker builds can learn to tumble. The short answer is yes. The longer answer is that you'll need to make some adjustments. This episode of the Fitness Skills Show is all about how to to that. Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Returning to Training After A Break
March 07, 2014 05:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MBInjuries suck, and can be an unfortunate yet expected part of building a fitness habit.We’ve talked before about injuries and how you can deal with them if they arrive as well as how to know if you are indeed injured.What we haven’t really covered before, though, is how to successfully resume training after you’ve recovered from an injury.How do you start back up with training once you’re healed up and cleared by your doctor?Is there a way to ease back into training that ensures you quickly ...
Learning How to Play
February 28, 2014 05:00 - 21 minutes - 9.82 MBWe talk a lot about exploring and playing with movements, but if you come from a traditional training background, that might not mean a lot to you. Rest assured, you can learn how to enjoy playing - and it doesn't have to wait until you reach an advanced level either. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Origins of Movement Skills and the GMB Method
February 14, 2014 05:00 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBIt's natural to see an interesting physical movement and want to know where it came from and who thought it up, but usually, the true origins are thousands of years ago. GMB was founded by three dudes with diverse backgrounds, so it's natural that we draw inspiration from a lot of sources. In this episode, Ryan, Jarlo, and Andy discuss the real influences that make GMB what it is. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Universal Movement Principles
February 07, 2014 05:00 - 18 minutes - 8.52 MBSo many systems out there claim to have discovered the one, true path to physical mastery, but it simply isn't true. We all have different bodies, different goals, and different backgrounds. No one rule will apply to all of those situations, but you can use some simple critical thinking to find out what's best for you. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Making the Most of Your Time
January 31, 2014 05:00 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MBYou only get 24 hours. We all do. When you start training, you learn quickly how much stuff you need to do, but what if you simply can't fit it all in? We'll tell you how to maximize the benefits of your training time. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Getting Paid, Getting Laid, and Not Dying
January 24, 2014 05:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MBWhen fitness products talk about wanting to "look great naked," it's just an excuse to pander to your insecurities. Let's talk honestly about fitness, sex, and body fat for a change. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
How Movements Fit Together
January 17, 2014 05:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBWith so many different skills and abilities to practice in the world of bodyweight exercise, how does it all fit together? Well, figuring that out has more to do with how you practice individual movements than anything else. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Training for Recognition vs. What Really Matters
January 03, 2014 05:00 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBCongratulations feel nice, but what's really important is what you get out of your training. A lot of people go after big skills just for the praise they'll get at the end, when they should be training for things that really make a difference. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Making Choices about Nutrition and Training Equipment
December 14, 2013 05:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MBIt can be tough to choose... nutrition plans, training programs, equipment. This episode is about how constraints don't equal restraining your progress.Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Dealing with Training Injuries
November 30, 2013 05:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBIf you keep pushing your body hard enough for long enough, eventually you will get injured. If you're lucky, it will be minor. But in any event, you're going to want to know how to take care of yourself when it happens. Listen up, and we'll fill you in. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Naps & Pull-Ups!
November 23, 2013 05:00 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MBRyan and Andy discuss how to train yourself to do more pullups and using naps for better recovery (also because they make you happy)Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Snobbery and Combining Weights with Bodyweight
November 02, 2013 04:00 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBHow do you combine weights and bodyweight exercise? Carefully. Just kidding - it's not really that difficult, but you do need to pay attention to a few things. We'll cover that and why we act like snobs sometimes. Listen up.Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Loving the L-Sit
October 18, 2013 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBL-sits are a staple exercise in both the gymnastics and bodyweight exercise worlds. There's some great reasons for that, and in this episode, Ryan and Andy discuss the benefits of the L-sit and breakdown a mental checklist of exactly how to perform one with perfect form. Listen up and nail this important movement. Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
The Art of Movement?
October 16, 2013 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBNaming a brand of movement is a great way for trainers to stake a claim and mark their territory, but do we really need another pissing contest in our lives? Here's some real talk about different disciplines of movement and why you don't have to choose if you don't want to. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Death By Muscular Imbalance
October 15, 2013 04:00 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBImbalances can be problematic. That's true. But they're also a fact of nature. You have to live with and negotiate imbalances daily. Likewise, your training program does not necessarily have to be perfectly balanced at any given point, so long as it balances out in the mid-to-long term. And if it doesn't, we're betting it still won't kill you. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Stroking Wood
October 14, 2013 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBRyan and Andy talk about their equipment. P-bars. Rings. The importance of getting a solid grip on your wood. Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Escaping the Guru Mentality
October 04, 2013 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBWe don't care which system you think is best or which particular guru you follow. In fact, if you feel the need to make such a decision, we'll probably just think less of you. This podcast is about thinking for yourself instead of blindly following what any expert (including us) tells you to believe. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Gotta Get Your Cardio, Dude
September 27, 2013 04:00 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBSpoiler alert: the way most people approach cardio is stupid. Want to know why? Then listen up. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Immerse Yourself in Positive Practice
August 29, 2013 04:00 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBHow can you be sure to always make progress? Dive deeply into it. Hang out with others who are achieving it. Make it a (BIG) part of your life. Ryan and Andy talk about immersing yourself in the experience of getting better. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Training Around Injuries and Other Recovery Tips
June 22, 2013 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBWe get FAR TOO MANY questions about injuries that should really be directed to a medical professional. But we do have a little advice for minor injuries you may experience. Also: active recovery and supplements. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Safety Rant & How to Ask Quality Questions
June 08, 2013 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBIf you ask stupid questions, you'll get stupid answers. Want to know the secret to getting actionable advice form knowledgeable people? Listen up! Also enjoy Ryan's rant on safe driving. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Creating Confidence Through Movement
May 25, 2013 04:00 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBPart of developing confidence is knowing exactly what you can - and can't - do. This episode is about building that knowledge through mindful practice. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Anthony Mychal Interview
May 05, 2013 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MBRyan and Andy talk to Anthony Mychal about knee pain, athletics, and anime (...yuck).Support the show
James Clear on Habit Change for Fitness
April 20, 2013 04:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MBFact: We've all got things we'd like to change, but our stupid, stupid habits make it difficult. To learn more about how to change those habits to better ones, we're chatting up James Clear - and you need to listen up, because this stuff can change your life. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Steve Kamb Nerd Fitness Interview
April 06, 2013 04:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBMost fitness sites and trainers talk about which exercises to do and what program is the best. Steve Kamb started Nerd Fitness to make getting healthy accessible to people who might not necessarily be "fitness" types. NF and GMB have a lot in common in that respect, and we finally got a chance to talk about it on this podcast.Support the show
Nerding Out with Steve Kamb
April 06, 2013 04:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBMost fitness sites and trainers talk about which exercises to do and what program is the best. Steve Kamb started Nerd Fitness to make getting healthy accessible to people who might not necessarily be "fitness" types. NF and GMB have a lot in common in that respect, and we finally got a chance to talk about it on this podcast. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
How to Motivate and Regulate Your Workouts
March 16, 2013 04:00 - 46 minutes - 21.3 MBLearn how to motivate yourself rather than relying on others to tell you what you should want for yourself. Ryan also nails the key point almost everybody misses about autoregulation in your workouts - hint: it has nothing to do with how you feel. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya.
February 22, 2013 05:00 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MBEverybody loves the Princess Bride. Many of us have watched it dozens of times, and somehow, it's still funny. How does that work, and what the hell exactly does it have to do with training? It's all about cycling, and we'll tell you all about it in this podcast. Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Sexy Goals Will Break Your Heart
January 04, 2013 05:00 - 31 minutes - 14.7 MBAround the first of the year, we're always tempted to set "inspiring" goals that we think will motivate us. But then reality sets in, and we realize just how out of reach they are. Nothing wrong with big goals, but this podcast covers why you need to focus on process rather than lusting after results. We also say some stuff that's funny and possibly useful if you want to improve your handstand or get strong on the rings. Support the show
Overcoming Fear of Challenging Movements
December 14, 2012 05:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this episode, Ryan and Andy talk about getting over fear when performing difficult moves like back flips. Also: beating dizziness when starting tumbling and tips for learning acrobatic moves. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Number One or Nothing
November 23, 2012 05:00 - 44 minutes - 20.7 MBIt's great to set powerful intentions and strive for greatness, but what happens when you max out at #2? We'll talk about how to make progress, even if you fall short of your goal and also answer questions about flexibility and other topics. Support the show (https://gmb.io/podcast/)
Teaching, Sleeping, and Cardio
November 10, 2012 05:00 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBWe'll cover the difference between a teacher and a coach as well as other exciting topics like sleep. What? You're not excited about sleep? You should be. You should also be prepared to laugh a little more than usual. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Back to the Wall
October 06, 2012 04:00 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MBSometimes, you just have to go back to square one, put the training wheels back on, and mix a few metaphors to make progress again. Also, Ryan's the guy to see if you need some Werther's Originals. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
What the Hell is Good Form?
September 15, 2012 04:00 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBFinally, a clear explanation of good form. Also: stop kipping. Please. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Evidence Shmevidence
September 03, 2012 04:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MB"Evidence-based" training is all the rage, but there's a lot more to getting results in the real world than finding a new research study. Also: questions about flexibility and making continual progress. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
The Body You Want
August 20, 2012 04:00 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBWe often get asked "How can I get the body of a gymnast?" In this episode, we discuss why this questions misses the real point and some better ones to ask. Also: why the Paralympics are freaking cool, where to hang gymnastic rings, and how to tell whether or not you should hire a coach. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout
Why the Warrior Mindset is Dumb
August 10, 2012 04:00 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MBAlso: how not to be a dick online, why you shouldn't be afraid of protein, and how to pitch a tent. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout