x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The College of Health and Fitness

The College of Health and Fitness Podcastwww.cohaf.edu.auA dedicated podcast channel for students of The College of Health and Fitness, providing exclusive access to:Course Summaries and Outlines: Detailed summaries of key course materials, helping students review and reinforce their understanding of complex concepts.Research Article Summaries: Concise summaries of relevant research articles, enabling students to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field of health and

education

All Episodes

10:18

Repetition Drop-Offs in Multi-Set Lifting Protocols

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/09/07

The source explores normal repetition drop-off during multiple sets in weightlifting, referencing a meta-analysis by Nuzzo that investigated how many repetitions lifters typically lose on subsequent sets when maintaining the same weight. It provides average percentage reductions for protocols ranging from four to six sets, suggesting that while there's some variability, set two typically yields around 70% of set one's reps, with a fatigue plateau appearing after approximately five sets. The text

en

9:22

Diet Drinks: Weight Loss Ally or Foe?

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/09/03

The episode addresses the common misconceptions surrounding artificially sweetened beverages and their impact on weight loss. It highlights how these drinks are often mischaracterised as detrimental, despite a lack of scientific evidence to support such claims. The source then references two clinical studies (Peters et al., 2016; Harrold et al., 2024) that investigated the role of diet beverages in weight management following an initial weight loss program. Both studies demonstrated that

en

27:48

Strength Training Research: Volume, Hypertrophy, and...

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/08/25

The provided texts explore the relationship between training volume, muscle hypertrophy, and strength gains, challenging common assumptions in strength training. They argue that higher training volumes generally promote greater muscle growth, contrary to the belief that gains plateau at moderate volumes due to factors like muscle swelling or sarcoplasmic hypertrophy. The sources also highlight why strength increases don't always directly reflect muscle growth, explaining that strength is influenced

en

49:09

Mastering the Deadlift: Technique, Biomechanics, and...

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/08/22

This guide offers a comprehensive analysis of the deadlift, covering fundamental physics principles like force and moment, and their application to human movement. It details the anatomy of key bones, muscles, and joints involved in the lift, explaining their roles. The text then explores the biomechanics of both conventional and sumo deadlifts, including discussions on stance, grip, breathing, and bar path, while also providing strategies for diagnosing and correcting common weaknesses and

en

15:38

The Origins and Principles of Powerbuilding

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/08/09

This source explores powerbuilding, a training methodology that blends the principles of powerlifting and bodybuilding to achieve both significant strength gains and muscle hypertrophy. It highlights how athletes like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ronnie Coleman inadvertently practiced this approach by prioritising heavy compound lifts alongside accessory exercises for muscle growth. The text outlines key programming tips for powerbuilding, including making powerlifting compound movements primary and

en

15:27

Mobilizing Movement: A Guide to Enhanced Fitness

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/08/04

This source explains the importance of mobility in fitness, highlighting its benefits like improved movement efficiency, increased range of motion, and reduced injury risk. It also addresses common reasons people neglect mobility, such as finding it boring or prioritising other fitness goals. The author then outlines three key principles for enhancing mobility: varying warm-ups to activate specific muscles for the day's training, focusing on joint function by understanding whether they hinge,

en

5:59

Naps: A Recovery Strategy

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/07/27

This session discusses the significant impact of sleep duration on physical performance and recovery, highlighting how insufficient sleep can negatively affect metrics like lower-body lifting velocity and perceived exertion. It then explores the potential of daytime napping as a strategy to improve recovery and enhance performance, even in individuals who are not sleep-deprived. Research suggests that naps of moderate length (30-60 minutes), taken at specific times and followed by a sufficient wake

en

22:10

Mastering the Squat: Technique, Biomechanics, and...

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/07/20

This podcast serves as a comprehensive guide to the squat exercise, explaining its benefits for muscle growth, athleticism, and strength. It details the underlying physics and anatomy involved in the movement, breaking down how different body parts contribute. The source provides in-depth information on proper technique, including setup, descent, and ascent, discussing variations in bar placement, stance, and bracing. Finally, it addresses common questions and issues related to squatting, such as

en

43:58

Bench Press Technique, Biomechanics, and Training

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/07/15

This document, titled "How to Bench Big!!", provides a comprehensive guide to improving one's bench press performance, acknowledging its popularity and common associated frustrations. It breaks down the lift into four main sections: background information on anatomy and physics, an overview of basic bench press technique, an in-depth look at biomechanics including grip width, leg drive, and bar path, and a frequently asked questions section addressing common issues like pain, variations, and muscle

en

21:01

Reaching Peak Strength Potential

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/07/14

This document outlines a framework for individuals aiming to reach their strength potential, presenting a comprehensive guide covering the essential elements. It organises the journey into beginner, intermediate, and advanced phases, with each stage focusing on addressing the most significant limiting factors. Key principles discussed include developing proficiency with lifts, building muscle mass, maintaining joint health, and the importance of age as a factor. Furthermore, the guide emphasises the

en

15:30

Volume Cycling for Muscle Growth

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/07/07

This live presentation and associated materials, presented by Michael C. Zourdos, Ph.D., CSCS, explores the concept of volume cycling for muscle growth. The core idea involves alternating periods of high and low training volume for specific muscle groups, rather than attempting high volume for all muscle groups simultaneously. While acknowledging a lack of direct research specifically on volume cycling, the material reviews indirect evidence from studies exploring very high training volumes and

en

18:21

Providing Quality Service in Sport, Fitness, and...

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/06/30

This learner resource, "SISXCCS004 - Provide quality service," is a training manual for sport, fitness, and recreation professionals. It covers establishing client rapport, identifying needs and expectations, informing clients about programs and services, and handling complaints. The manual details effective communication strategies, including choosing appropriate media and adhering to communication conventions. Furthermore, it addresses identifying personal limitations and seeking assistance from

en

29:36

Assisting in Conducting Recreation Session- SISOFLD001

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/06/23

This learner resource details procedures for assisting in conducting recreation sessions. It covers safety and emergency response protocols, equipment selection and checks, identifying hazards and associated risks using a risk assessment matrix, monitoring participant behaviour and compliance, and conducting post-activity debriefs and performance reviews. The document provides step-by-step guidance and examples for various tasks, including equipment fitting, communication strategies, and handling

en

25:30

Applied Strength and Physique Science

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/06/18

Caffeine's advantages for energy and performance are weighed against its potential downsides like sleep disruption. The complexities of maintaining a very lean physique year-round are examined, considering physiological adaptations and energy availability. The impact of processed foods on overeating and body composition is investigated, highlighting differences compared to unprocessed diets. Furthermore, the publication offers insights into optimising resistance training, revisiting the accuracy of

en

31:56

Community Coaching Role- SISSSCO002

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/06/16

The provided texts detail a learner guide and supplementary materials for the SISSSCO002 Community Coaching course. The guide comprehensively covers the skills and knowledge required for community sports coaches in Australia. Key areas explored include understanding the Australian sports industry structure, adhering to legal and ethical responsibilities, effective communication strategies, and building positive working relationships. The materials also offer guidance on conflict resolution and

en

23:09

Develop Strength and Conditioning Programs (Release...

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/06/09

This learner resource, "SISXCAI010 - Develop strength and conditioning programs," provides a comprehensive guide to designing and implementing effective strength and conditioning programs. It covers needs analysis, program planning (including exercise selection and scheduling), implementation, and monitoring/evaluation. The resource details various training phases and methods, considers participant differences (age, sex, ability), and emphasises the importance of collaboration with support staff

en

13:29

Coaching Foundation Level Sport Participants- SISSSCO001

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/06/02

The provided texts are excerpts from a coaching handbook and learner guide for the SISSSCO001 course, focusing on coaching foundation-level sports participants. The materials detail the responsibilities of coaches before, during, and after sessions, including planning, communication, behaviour management, and equipment maintenance. Significant emphasis is placed on creating a safe and inclusive environment through clear communication, positive reinforcement, and appropriate feedback strategies. The

en

24:13

Split- and Full-Body Training: Implementation Guide

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/06/01

This article from MASS Research Review explores the implementation of split-body and full-body training programs for strength and muscle growth. It highlights that while overall gains are similar when volume and load are equated, specific scenarios favour one approach over the other. Exercise order is crucial for maximising specific strength, suggesting prioritising target lifts early in a session, more easily managed in split routines. For hypertrophy, exercise order is less critical, offering

en

12:51

Supporting Healthy Eating for Fitness Clients-...

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/05/26

This learner resource, "SISFFIT053 - Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients," details the scope of practice for fitness instructors providing nutritional advice. It outlines how to assess client needs, deliver appropriate guidance based on Australian Dietary Guidelines, and recognise when referral to medical professionals is necessary. The resource extensively covers client communication, goal setting, and tracking progress, while emphasising safe and ethical practice within defined

en

33:29

Establish and Maintain Professional Fitness...

The College of Health and Fitness ·

2025/05/19

This learner resource, "SISFFIT051 – Establish and maintain professional practice for fitness instruction," guides fitness instructors through establishing and maintaining professional practice. It covers legal and ethical requirements, collaborative relationships with health professionals, professional reflection and development, and maintaining evidence-based knowledge. The resource uses a chapter format, incorporating activities and multimedia links to enhance learning. Specific areas explored

en

78 results

Similar Podcasts

Science Talk

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

五分钟心理学

柠檬心理

Daily Facts

Amalia Dupray and Montgomery Jones.

Les dents et dodo

BFMTV

Veterinary Clinical Podcasts

The Royal Veterinary College