Strength Training Over Running Reduces Injuries In CAF Recruits w James Rodgers artwork
The Hard To Kill Podcast with Dave Morrow

Strength Training Over Running Reduces Injuries In CAF Recruits w James Rodgers

  • S6E206
  • 1:02:08
  • March 8th 2024

Welcome to The Hard To Kill Podcast, where we explore the world of strength training, military fitness, and the challenges of physical conditioning in high-stakes environments. In this episode, host Dave Morrow sits down with guest James Rodgers, a former military member turned strength training coach, to discuss the critical role of absolute strength in combat positions and the challenges of adapting physical training methods to accommodate gender differences and changing physical capabilities over time. From the importance of strength training for military personnel to the necessity of individualized training programs and the debate around running programs, this episode dives into the complexities of military fitness and the ongoing quest for effective training strategies.

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Welcome to The Hard To Kill Podcast, hosted by army veteran, founder, author, ironman, dad, science teacher and content creator, Dave Morrow. On this podcast you'll hear how to get leaner, fitter and harder to kill and the many lessons to help Dave reach his goal of helping 100k veterans lose 2 million pounds. 

Timestamps

00:00 Sharing screen for YouTube, discussing military injury risks.

05:44 Educated people catch up, research paper unnecessary.

12:28 Balanced fitness program tailored to individual needs.

19:54 Struggling with training, eating; gained weight. Started exercising.

23:56 Veteran claims freedom to express controversial opinions.

27:59 56% decrease in musculoskeletal injuries during program.

32:50 You can't move it, give more effort.

37:59 Barbell induces growth, eliminates problems during training.

46:32 Novice linear progression is focused strength training.

48:48 Difficulty and fear in strength training.

56:50 Training for sports reduces job-related injuries.

01:00:17 Frustration turned into determination to improve soldiers' health.

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Hosted by Dave Morrow, a fifteen-year veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces.


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Welcome to my podcast. The Hard To Kill Podcast has been a labour of love of mine for the last 5 years.

To be honest. I don't know where I'd be without it. It's helped me more than I imagined when I was at my worst.

Now it serves as a means to learn from the best and brightest minds in the health and fitness space.

I hope you gain loads of insights and actionable intel to become the baddest, healthiest MF out there, enabling you to thrive and inspire others.

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