R.A.M.P.
108 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -At R.A.M.P. we strive to educate, motivate, and inspire people to be their best. As dedicated and experienced personal and team trainers we use competition to better ourselves in every way. With over 30 years of experience in all realms of fitness, we are passionate about helping everyone reach their goals. Join the R.A.M.P. team Dan & Justus on their weekly podcast.
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Advice for Personal Trainers Ep. 79
November 18, 2022 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBAre you a personal trainer or an aspiring personal trainer and want to improve your craft? Are you looking to improve your training style? Are you driven to improve your business as a fitness coach? What are words of advice you wish you heard as a new personal trainer? What are the best ways to improve as a personal trainer? In this episode on the R.A.M.P. Podcast, Dan Kayon gives some of the best advice he can to new or aspiring personal trainers. He offers an accurate and realistic point ...
How Can You Tell That a Social Media Fitness Page is Legit? What Sort of Things Should You Look Out For When Following Someone on Social Media? Is Social Media Limiting in Fitness? What Are the Best Fitness Pages to Follow? Ep. 78
October 26, 2022 20:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBWhat are the best social media fitness pages to follow? How can you tell the difference between quality pages and ones that are misleading? In this episode, R.A.M.P. breaks down how social media and fitness blend together. In a world of information at your fingertips, it's crucial to understand the difference between valid and invalid info. We talk about some of the limiting factors of some platforms and how marketing has become a full time job on social media. We also give you our favo...
Should You Move Through Pain? Can You Decrease Pain with Movement? Why Do We Experience Pain? Can You Live Pain Free? Ep 77
September 29, 2022 03:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBShould you move through pain? Can you decrease pain with movement? Why do you experience pain? Can you live pain free? In this episode R.A.M.P. talks about how pain can really limit one's desire to move. Most pain can and should be cleaned up. We discuss how to get that done. We use years and years of experience alongside the latest research to create a practical picture on how to improve pain and strive for a pain free life! Justus and Dan shoot you straight with point blank advice. We ar...
How Do Workouts Relieve Stress? What Happens to the Body When You're Working Out? How Does the Mind Manage Stress When Working Out? Ep. 76
September 15, 2022 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBHow does the body reduce stress when you're working out? Why do you always feel better after working out? What physiological components are stimulated during workouts? Why is stress relieve important? How does working out help my cognitive function? Can I manage my stress through fitness? In this episode the R.A.M.P. crew dives deep into the response of your body and mind due to working out. We shoot you straight with point blank advice on how to better manage stress. We keep it real with...
What Do You Do With Tight Hamstrings? How Do You Fix Them? Do You Have Trouble Touching Your Toes? Do You Experience Back Pain? Ep. 75
September 08, 2022 02:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBDo You Have Tight Hamstrings? Do You Have Trouble Touching Your Toes? Do You Experience Back Pain? What does it mean to experience inhibited hamstrings? Is tightness good in the hamstrings? In this episode Dan and Justus break down all the ins and outs of how hamstrings should work. They talk about all the ways hamstrings can feel limited, tight, less powerful, and restricted. They follow all of that up with the proper ways to get the most out of your posterior chain and maximize the utili...
Do You Need to Warm Up? What are the Best Ways to Warm Up? Ep. 74
July 08, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBDo you need to warm up? What are the best warm ups? How much time should you spend warming up? Can you skip the warm up? Is movement prep different than a warm up? Will you get injured if you don't warm up? In this episode Dan and Justus break down the importance, purpose, and techniques for a proper warm up. Getting into your workout is vital, but if you miss the warm up, bad things can happen. With over 30 yrs of experience we shoot you straight with point blank advice. We talk about ...
How Do Young Athletes Develop? What Should You Look Out for as a Parent? Ep. 73
June 24, 2022 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBShould your child be in only one sport? How do children develop into athletes? What are best practices for young athletes? Will your child be left behind if they don't play year round single sports? In this episode, Dan from the RAMP Crew breaks down motor development and skill acquistition for young athletes. He discussess the path of development from the crib to adolescence. There are several stories of athletes and how they have succeeded or failed. If you're looking for guidance on ho...
How Do Young Athletes Develop? What Should You Look Out for as a Parent?Ep. 73
June 24, 2022 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBShould your child be in only one sport? How do children develop into athletes? What are best practices for young athletes? Will your child be left behind if they don't play year round single sports? In this episode, Dan from the RAMP Crew breaks down motor development and skill acquistition for young athletes. He discussess the path of development from the crib to adolescence. There are several stories of athletes and how they have succeeded or failed. If you're looking for guidance on ho...
What is it Like Working with a Personal Trainer? Ep. 72
June 10, 2022 18:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBAre you thinking about getting a personal trainer? What is it like working out with a personal trainer? How can you get more out of your workouts? What is it like day to day working with a personal trainer? How specific should my fitness goals be? In this episode, the RAMP crew best describes the entire process of hiring a trainer and going through training. The benefits of having a personal trainer far outway short cuts to your fitness goals! Check us out! Thanks for listening!
Build Strong Arms Ep. 71
May 27, 2022 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBHow do you build big arms? How do you get sculpted upper arms? What are the best exercises for arms with definition? What are the best bicep exercises? What are great tricep exercises? How do you make your shoulders big? The RAMP Crew describes 6 of our favorite exercises for the arms. We cover biceps, triceps, and shoulders. We give you the why behind the what and shoot you straight with point blank advice! Check it out! We apologize for the dead air at one point! Technical difficulties!...
How to Build Strong Arms Ep. 71
May 27, 2022 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBHow do you build big arms? How do you get sculpted upper arms? What are the best exercises for arms with definition? What are the best bicep exercises? What are great tricep exercises? How do you make your shoulders big? The RAMP Crew describes 6 of our favorite exercises for the arms. We cover biceps, triceps, and shoulders. We give you the why behind the what and shoot you straight with point blank advice! Check it out! We apologize for the dead air at one point! Technical difficulties!...
Build the Strongest Legs EP 70
May 13, 2022 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBWhat exercises build the strongest legs? How do you make your legs look great? How do you do a single leg RDL? What is a Rear Elevated Split Squat? Are Copenhagen Planks and Bulgarian Split squats necessary? How do you make true and absolute strength? In this episode, the RAMP gives you point blank advice on how to build strong legs. We discuss the value of adductors and abductors. We explain functional training. We also explain the Kettlebell Swing and 5 other exercises in detail! Thanks...
How to Build the Strongest Legs EP 70
May 13, 2022 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBWhat exercises build the strongest legs? How do you make your legs look great? How do you do a single leg RDL? What is a Rear Elevated Split Squat? Are Copenhagen Planks and Bulgarian Split squats necessary? How do you make true and absolute strength? In this episode, the RAMP crew gives you point blank advice on how to build strong legs. We discuss the value of adductors and abductors. The stress the importance of equal strength in posterior and anterior lower body. We also stress the va...
Best Back Exercises Ep 69
April 29, 2022 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBWhat are the best exercises for your back? Whats the best workout for your back? What exercises can improve your posture? How can you get rid of shoulder pain? How can you make your back look great? In this episode the RAMP crew breaks down 6 of the best back exercises for your workouts. We explain why they are so important. We then each pick 2 of our favorite back exercises and explain them in detail. With over 50yrs of combined experience, the RAMP crew gives you point blank advice. We ...
What are the Best Back Exercises Ep 69
April 29, 2022 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBWhat are the best exercises for your back? Whats the best workout for your back? What exercises can improve your posture? How can you get rid of shoulder pain? How can you make your back look great? In this episode the RAMP crew breaks down 6 of the best back exercises for your workouts. We explain why they are so important. We then each pick 2 of our favorite back exercises and explain them in detail. We don't beat around the bush. We're here to paint a picture for everyone to benefit. W...
Perfect Posture Ep 68
April 22, 2022 01:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBWhy is posture so important? How can I improve my posture? Where do I start? What are the best exercises for posture? Why do my neck, head, and shoulders ache? In this episode, the RAMP Crew breaks down everything you need to know about how to stand and sit properly. After discussing the gift of alignment, Dan, Mitch, and Justus give you the truth behind great posture! With over 50 yrs of combined experience in Personal Training and Athletic Coaching, the RAMP team shoots you straight wi...
Posture Ep 68
April 22, 2022 01:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBWhy is posture so important? How can I improve my posture? Where do I start? What are the best exercises for posture? Why do my neck, head, and shoulders ache? In this episode, the RAMP Crew breaks down everything you need to know about how to stand and sit properly. After discussing the gift of alignment, Dan, Mitch, and Justus give you the truth behind great posture! With over 50 yrs of combined experience in Personal Training and Athletic Coaching, the RAMP team shoots you straight wi...
Give Yourself the Gift of Better Posture Ep 68
April 22, 2022 01:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBWhy is posture so important? How can I improve my posture? Where do I start? What are the best exercises for posture? Why do my neck, head, and shoulders ache? In this episode, the RAMP Crew breaks down everything you need to know about how to stand and sit properly. After discussing the gift of alignment, Dan, Mitch, and Justus give you the truth behind great posture! If you've always wanted to make a change or need to make a change, RAMP gives you the true long term fix for your body. ...
How to Walk with Proper Pep in Your Step Ep. 67
March 25, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBHow do you walk properly? What is the best way to walk? Does your form matter when walking? How can you improve my posture? As two-legged animals we need to walk efficiently in order to do it for a long time. How your feet hit the ground matters. How your hips and ribs move matter. The RAMP crew breaks down the necessary information to get you walking better. Do you have pain in your feet? Do you have pain in your knees, hips, or lower back? You may find the answer in this episode. We ...
How to Walk Properly Ep. 67
March 25, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBHow do I walk properly? What is the best way to walk? Does my form matter when walking? How can I improve my posture? As two-legged animals we need to walk efficiently in order to do it for a long time. How your feet hit the ground matters. How your hips and ribs move matter. The RAMP crew breaks down the necessary information to get you walking better. Do you have pain in your feet? Do you have pain in your knees, hips, or lower back? You may find the answer in this episode. With ove...
How to Choose the Right Weight in the Gym Ep 66
March 11, 2022 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBHow do you know what weight to choose when working out? When is it the right time to increase weight? Do I need weight to get more fit? Should my workouts include rest? How long should I rest to reach my fitness goals? In this episode, the RAMP crew breaks it all down. Every person has a different goal but, many times, have the same questions. We answer those questions. Whether you want to work on cardiovascular fitness or increase strength and muscle, we have a clear cut answer for you. ...
How to Choose the Right Weight? Ep 66
March 11, 2022 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBHow do you know what weight to choose when working out? When is it the right time to increase weight? Do I need weight to get more fit? Should my workouts include rest? How long should I rest to reach my fitness goals? In this episode, the RAMP crew breaks it all down. Every person has a different goal but, many times, have the same questions. We answer those questions. Whether you want to work on cardiovascular fitness or increase strength and muscle, we have a clear cut answer for you. ...
Can You Workout if You're Injured? Ep. 65
February 25, 2022 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBCan you workout if you're injured? Should you workout if you have an injury or pain? What do workouts look like if you've been in physical therapy and want to continue getting more fit? Why do total body exercises matter? How do you progress with your physical therapy? When are you ready to get on with life? In this episode the RAMP crew discusses the importance of working out when you've been injured or in pain. Pain and injury is a very broad subject and we try to simplify the proper pl...
Can I Workout if I'm Injured?
February 25, 2022 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBCan I Workout if I'm Injured? Ep. 65 Can you workout if you're injured? Should you workout if you have an injury or pain? What do workouts look like if you've been in physical therapy and want to continue getting more fit? Why do total body exercises matter? In this episode the RAMP crew discusses the importance of working out when you've been injured or in pain. Pain and injury is a very broad subject and we try to simplify the proper plan to get your body moving in the right direction ...
What are All the Machines at the Gym For? Ep.64
February 11, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBWhat is the purpose of all the machines at the gym? Should I be using machines for my workouts? How do I use machines to improve my fitness? What are some of the best machines to use when working out? Machines are designed and used for a variety of reasons. From taking yourself through rehab, to learning about proprioception, or even trying to bulk up your muscles, machines can be very useful. They may take a little bit of time to understand but most machines are designed to be safe and e...
Machines at the Gym Ep.64
February 11, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBWhat is the purpose of all the machines at the gym? Should I be using machines for my workouts? How do I use machines to improve my fitness? What are some of the best machines to use when working out? Machines are designed and used for a variety of reasons. From taking yourself through rehab, to learning about proprioception, or even trying to bulk up your muscles, machines can be very useful. They may take a little bit of time to understand but most machines are designed to be safe and e...
What if I Don't Have Any Equipment?
January 28, 2022 14:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBWhat if I Don't Have Any Equipment? This episode is all about workouts when you don't have any equipment. Do you need equipment to get results? Where should you start? We break down common bodyweight workouts and tell you about the benefits! Whether you want to lose weight, gain endurance, or generally feel better, we tell you the truth. This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a ...
What if You Don't Have Any Equipment? EP 63
January 28, 2022 14:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBThis episode is all about workouts when you don't have any equipment. Do you need equipment to get results? Where should you start? Can you get great workouts without equipment? Do you need weight to get more fit? We break down common bodyweight workouts and tell you about the benefits! Whether you want to lose weight, gain endurance, or generally feel better, we tell you the truth. This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. ...
How Do You Know You Got a Good Workout? Ep. 62
January 14, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBDo you have some questions about what a workout should be? Do you want to know how long your workout should be or if you have to sweat in order to receive a good workout? Do you want to know how these workouts are going to feel? Do you have questions about split workouts vs others? The RAMP Fitness crew gives you the straight answers. This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a ...
How Do You Know You Got a Good Workout EP. 62
January 14, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBDo you have some questions about what a workout should be? Do you want to know how long your workout should be or if you have to sweat in order to receive a good workout? Do you want to know how these workouts are going to feel? Do you have questions about split workouts vs others? The RAMP Fitness crew gives you the straight answers. This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a ...
How Do I Know I Got a Good Workout
January 14, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBDo you have some questions about what a workout should be? Do you want to know how long your workout should be or if you have to sweat in order to receive a good workout? Do you want to know how these workouts are going to feel? Do you have questions about split workouts vs others? The RAMP Fitness crew gives you the straight answers. This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hu...
Let's Make Some New Year's Resolutions! Ep 61
December 31, 2021 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBHappy New Year! In this episode we dive into New Years Resolutions for your fitness goals. The RAMP Fitness team discuss the state of affairs in 2021 and talk about how to grow in 2022. Creating healthy habits and sustainable change is no easy task. We begin with a discussion on appropriate expectations. What should you expect on the first day, first week, and first month? Once we have appropriate expectations we can get started! The RAMP crew gives away some of the best tricks in the ...
2022 New Year's Resolutions!
December 31, 2021 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBHappy New Year! In this episode we dive into New Years Resolutions for your fitness goals. The RAMP Fitness team discuss the state of affairs in 2021 and talk about how to grow in 2022. Creating healthy habits and sustainable change is no easy task. We begin with a discussion on appropriate expectations. What should you expect on the first day, first week, and first month? Once we have appropriate expectations we can get started! The RAMP crew gives away some of the best tricks in the ...
Twist and Rotate
December 10, 2021 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBOur body can move in so many directions. How can twisting and rotating benefit your health? How can you improve your workouts? Is controlling rotation as hard as it sounds? Is twisting and rotating good for your back? Rotation and rotational control are important when it comes to how you move. Whether you are playing a round of golf, going for a walk, swinging a racquet, or picking up your child, rotational control is necessary. Reducing the risk of injury is essential. Understanding ho...
Rotation Control
December 10, 2021 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBMitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team. This week the crew gets together to discuss rotational control. Play golf? Throw a ball? Need to understand anti rotation? This is the episode for you. ramp.fitness Facebook Instagram For more inquiries including training consultations, questions on this topic or to set up a virtual fitness assessment email us at [email protected]. Make sure to reference the podcast
Holiday Prep
November 21, 2021 00:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBMitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team. ramp.fitness Facebook Instagram For more inquiries including training consultations, questions on this topic or to set up a virtual fitness assessment email us at [email protected]. Make sure to reference the podcast
Health and the Holidays
November 21, 2021 00:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBCan you stay in shape through the holidays? What if you don't have enough time to workout? Why do you feel so sluggish after a big meal? What does sugar do to your body? This episode focuses on the challenges brought on my the holidays. Our time commitments change with family and friends. Our schedule changes with work and school. We give some top notch advice on how to take on the holidays. You can get your workouts in! You can stay active. We give you hints on how to make that happe...
Coordination
October 22, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBHow is coordination developed? How can you improve you coordination? In this episode we discuss how motor development and coordination influence our lives from birth thru old age. Coordination is something everyone needs. Whether its improving balance or improving agility, coordination and motor development is a specialty at RAMP Fitness. This episode focuses on some of the important questions asked when starting a new fitness goal or journey. With over 50 yrs of combined experience an...
What is a Workout Program and Why Do I Need It?
September 24, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBWhat is program design? How does a program affect your workouts? How do you read or write a program? Why is a program important for your fitness goals? In this episode we break down the essentials of any fitness program. We discuss the different styles of programming and how it can improve you specifically. Everyone has different goals, but programming is essential to reach a new level. Do you want to know what program is the best for you? With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hun...
Program Design
September 24, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBWhat is program design? How does a program affect your workouts? How do you read or write a program? Why is a program important for your fitness goals? In this episode we break down the essentials of any fitness program. We discuss the different styles of programming and how it can improve you specifically. Everyone has different goals, but programming is essential to reach a new level. Do you want to know what program is the best for you? With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a hun...
Knee Health
September 10, 2021 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBDo you want strong and stable knees? Do you want to take care of them? Do you want to be pain free? Is knee pain stopping you from doing the things you want to do? In this episode we break down why it's important to take care of you knees. We also tell you how! The knees can be viewed as a very simple joint that can add a tremendous amount of stability in our movements. But if asked to do too much, take on too much forces, or rotate too much, a plethora of problems can happen. We focus...
Whats the Best Cardio? How Do You Improve Your Cardio in the Easiest Way? Ep. 56
August 20, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBEveryone knows Cardio is important. Why does it have to be so hard? Are there better methods out there than just running and running more? Yes! The answer is yes. We break down a variety of ways you can train your cardiovascular health without pushing hard into will power. Whether you want to lose weight, gain endurance, or just become healthier, this is the episode for you. We give you many options for workouts and workout plans. Lets have some fun with this. We discuss HIIT traini...
Cardio
August 20, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBEveryone knows Cardio is important. Why does it have to be so hard? Are there better methods out there than just running and running more? Yes! The answer is yes. We break down a variety of ways you can train your cardiovascular health without pushing hard into will power. Whether you want to lose weight, gain endurance, or just become healthier, this is the episode for you. We give you many options for workouts and workout plans. Lets have some fun with this. We discuss HIIT traini...
Competition!
July 30, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBHow do you prepare for a competition? What does it mean to taper off? When should I work harder? When should I back off? What is the proper mindset? This episode explores the world of competition. Whether you're a high end athlete, weekend warrior, rec league participant, or competing against yourself, this podcast is for you! The RAMP Fitness crew break down all the essentials to get a big picture of how competition should be treated! With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a dri...
How to Peak for Competition! Ep. 54
July 30, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBHow do you prepare for a competition? What does it mean to taper off? When should I work harder? When should I back off? What is the proper mindset? This episode explores the world of competition. Whether you're a high end athlete, weekend warrior, rec league participant, or competing against yourself, this podcast is for you! The RAMP Fitness crew break down all the essentials to get a big picture of how competition should be treated! With over 50 yrs of combined experience and a dri...
Hip Mobility
June 18, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBWhy is hip mobility so important? How do I get better hip mobility? What if I am in pain? We directly answer these questions and many more throughout this episode. Hip mobility is essential regardless of your fitness goals. Its a key part of any workout and we break down our favorite movements and give you some key advice on how to use this knowledge. Hip mobility can increase strength, power, speed, and decrease risk of injury. Lower back pain can be debilitating. Hip mobility is a key ...
Looking Good!
June 04, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBHow do I look better? What kind of workouts should I be doing for weight loss? What kind of workouts should I be doing for muscle gain? How do I look lean? If your main focus in working out is aethestic, this is the podcast for you. The RAMP Fitness crew explains all the different ways you can improve your body and your look. We explore healthy changes, body building, weight loss, and weight gain. With over 50yrs of combined experience, we shoot you straight with point blank advice on ho...
Group Versus Individual Training
May 28, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBMitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team. Some people train alone, other train in groups. What are the advantages of training one on one with a trainer versus joining a group based training? Please like and subscribe! Be part of the conversation: ramp.fitness Facebook Instagram For more inquiries including training consultations, questions on this topic or to set up a virtual fitness assessment email us at [email protected]. Make sure to reference the podcast
Group Training vs Individual Training: What are the Pros and Cons of Each?
May 28, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBAre you considering joining a group class and want to know what to expect? Are you interested in individual training and want to know what to look for? The RAMP crew has years and years of experience in both styles of training. We share with you the right things to look for in each style. Groups can be intimidating and we share with you the best ways to make progress in your goals and build community. Individual training can be highly beneficial but also can be a bit off-putting if someo...
Sports Generalized Training
May 14, 2021 13:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBMitch, Dan & Justus are the RAMP Fitness team. Sports generalized training is the topic this week, along with book of the week, top 3 and they have to keep it real for you. Please like and subscribe! Be part of the conversation: ramp.fitness Facebook Instagram For more inquiries including training consultations, questions on this topic or to set up a virtual fitness assessment email us at [email protected]. Make sure to reference the podcast