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The Human Kinetics Podcast

The Human Kinetics Podcast features interviews with Human Kinetics authors and industry leaders, engaging discussions on the most relevant topics in the fitness, strength and conditioning, and coaching education.

health & fitness

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45:55

Building sustainable habits and avoiding common...

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2026/01/16

Congratulations! You have set new goals and are excited to move forward with your new plan. This means the work is beginning and the inevitable challenges awaiting. The saying, "If it were easy, everyone would do it," is pretty accurate because the hard part isn't necessarily setting goals but following through with them. In this episode, certified trainers Aaron Patterson and Frank Eyeson have a conversation about building sustainable habits so you can stay on track and achieve your goals.Aaron

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12:42

Can Caffeine Change the Game? A breakdown of current...

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2026/01/09

Can caffeine change the game? We have heard that caffeine can, in fact, improve performance whether that is through research or personal experience. In this episode, NSCA certified trainer Aaron Patterson walks you through a meta-analysis published in 2024 that looks into the effects of acute caffeine intake on specific performance in intermittent sports. It can be found in the Human Kinetics Journals.Can Caffeine Change the Game? Effects of Acute Caffeine Intake on Specific Performance in

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14:12

Goal-Setting Strategies and Why They Work, with Aaron...

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2026/01/02

The calendar shouldn’t dictate when you set new goals, but with the new year, it is top of mind for many people. As you prepare for these changes, ask yourself if you are setting the right type of goals. In this episode, NSCA certified trainer and Mental Performance Consultant Aaron Patterson discusses the three types of goals you should consider, and why goal setting works.Aaron Patterson, M.S., NSCA-CPT, CWPC, CSAC, CTPS Aaron Patterson provides informative and educational content for Human

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49:38

Stress management, recovery, and reducing anxiety,...

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2025/12/26

Busy times often mean stressful and anxious moments. When your schedule is full, life can seem overwhelming. It is in those moments when stress management plays a key role in staying present and reducing acute anxiety. In this episode, Certified Mental Performance Consultant Aaron Patterson and certified personal trainer Frank Eyeson discuss stress management, the importance of physical and mental recovering, and how to work through the chaos of busy seasons. Aaron Patterson, M.S., NSCA-CPT,

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27:31

Importance of strength training for parents, and tips...

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2025/12/19

We know the benefits of strength training as we age, but what about specifically for parents? In this episode, trainer, author, and parent Betina Gozo discusses the importance of strength training as a parent of young kids, and tips for staying consistent with training during a busy season. Get more tips and insight in her book, Women's Muscle and Strength.Women's Muscle & Strength https://ecs.page.link/AQj4X Betina Gozo Shimonek Betina Gozo Shimonek has over a decade of experience as a

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35:44

Using Pilates to improve strength and rehab injuries,...

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2025/12/12

When Samantha Wood began her career, she was interested in physical therapy and using methods to help individuals recover from injury. While working with a pro basketball team, she learned that Pilates was one of those methods that could help bring athletes and gen pop clients back to health in a safe and efficient way. She believed in it so much that she wrote a book about it. In this episode, she discusses how she brought the world of Pilates and rehab together, and how others can benefit from the

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29:49

Training for Speed Development, with Aaron Patterson,...

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2025/12/05

Have you ever heard an athlete say they wish they were slower? Quite the opposite. Speed can be a difference-maker for an athlete, and could be the difference between making a play or winning a game. But what is speed and is it the same for every sport? In this episode, NSCA certified trainer and Certified Speed and Agility Coach Aaron Patterson takes a dive into the topic of speed development, what it means to be fast, and the similarities and differences in training for speed based on

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41:58

Building Strength and Muscle at Age 50 and Beyond,...

The Human Kinetics Podcast ·

2025/11/28

Sarcopenia. Osteoporosis, Chronic disease related to aging. There are multiple reason to continue gaining strength and building muscle as we age. Whether you want to look and feel healthy, or combat the effects of sarcopenia and osteoporosis, Chad Landers is here to help. In this episode, the 2018 NSCA Personal Trainer of the Year discusses the importance and benefits of building strength and muscle after age 50, and explains how to do it. He even throws in some 80s references for the Gen X crowd

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31:03

Kettlebell Training for Athletic Performance, with...

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2025/11/21

Kettlebells are a versatile tool to use in training, especially for athletes. Dr. Michael Hartle, author of Kettlebell Strength Training Anatomy, joined NSCA certified trainer Aaron Patterson to discuss kettlebell training and how it can be used to enhance athletic performance.Kettlebell Strength Training Anatomy https://ecs.page.link/S4T56 Dr. Michael Hartle Dr. Michael Hartle is a full-time chiropractic physician. He is also certified as a nutritionist (DACBN), chiropractic sports physician

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48:57

Explaining periodization and why it is valuable, with...

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2025/11/14

What is periodization? There are misconceptions about what periodization is, and debates about if it is needed in today's training world. In this episode, certified trainers Aaron Patterson and Frank Eyeson dive into the topic to define periodization, distinguish it from programming, and discuss the value of using it when structuring your overall plan.Additional Resources NSCA Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition https://ecs.page.link/mGTnY NSCA Essentials of Strength Training and

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21:41

Training for Hypertrophy, with Aaron Patterson, M.S.

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2025/11/07

Athletes and non-athletes alike have individual goals to look better, feel better, and get stronger. Somewhere within those goals is usually the desire to build muscle or get toned. Regardless of the phrasing you choose, the goal is the same: training for hypertrophy. In this episode, NSCA certified trainer Aaron Patterson digs into the research and other trusted sources to explain what hypertrophy is and how to train to get the best results.Additional Resources NSCA Essentials of Strength Training

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44:27

The truth about the benefits of sport...

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2025/10/31

The science of training athletes is ever evolving. Sport scientists are continually developing new ways to assist athletes in optimizing their abilities, and the world of sport and nutritional supplements plays a role. Dr. Lonnie Lowery and Registered Dietician Kim Mueller have built their careers on helping athletes train for peak performance in safe and efficient ways. The co-authors of Dietary Supplements in Sport Performance cut through the noise of the nutritional supplement world with

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36:07

What it takes to become a successful fitness...

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2025/10/24

You work hard to study anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and other topics within the kinesiology field. Ultimately, you earn your certification and jump into the fitness world ready to change lives. But what's next? Dr. Barbara Bushman has spent her career educating students and fitness professionals on how to better communicate with clients, properly assess and program for them, and set them on the right path to find their own success. In this episode, Dr. Bushman discusses what it takes to have a

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44:47

Cortisol: The Good, The Bad, The Misunderstood, with...

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2025/10/17

What is cortisol? Is it good? Is it bad? There are a lot of misconceptions about cortisol and how it impacts our bodies. In this episode, certified trainers Aaron Patterson and Frank Eyeson dive into the topic to discuss why it is good for our bodies, but how it can be detrimental to our goals.Aaron Patterson, M.S., NSCA-CPT, CWPC, CSAC, CTPS Aaron provides informative and educational content for Human Kinetics in the areas of health, fitness, strength and conditioning, and sport performance

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42:28

What it takes to be a successful coach, with James...

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2025/10/10

Coaching is a profession that spans multiple industries. We traditionally might think of it in terms of sport coaching or training, but it can also include business, life, or most other types of consulting. Dr. James Gavin, author of Foundations of Professional Coaching, is a licensed psychologist as well as a Master Certified Coach. He has been studying the field of coaching for over 18 years, and in this episode, he shares what he has learned over the years about what it takes to be successful in

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14:23

Benefits of Eccentric Training, with Aaron Patterson,...

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2025/10/03

When is the last time you did an eccentric exercise? If you're like most, these exercises don't regularly make it into the training plan. In this episode, NSCA certified trainer Aaron Patterson explains what eccentric training is and how it could be a gamechanger for you by including it in your training.Aaron Patterson, M.S., NSCA-CPT, CWPC, CSAC, CTPS Aaron provides informative and educational content for Human Kinetics in the areas of health, fitness, strength and conditioning, and sport

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17:28

Benefits of Isometric Training, with Aaron Patterson

The Human Kinetics Podcast ·

2025/09/26

Have you ever seen someone in the gym standing motionless like a statue? It's possible they could be in deep thought, but most often they are doing an isometric exercise. What is an isometric exercise? What are the benefits? In this episode, NSCA certified trainer Aaron Patterson explains what isometric training is, what the research says about it, and why you should incorporate it into your training plan.Additional Resources NSCA's Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fourth Edition

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25:36

Walk Your Way Fit, with Sarah Zahab

The Human Kinetics Podcast ·

2025/09/19

As a toddler, you might have memories of taking your first steps. If not, your family likely has pictures or videos of the event. It's a pretty big deal at first, and then it becomes routine. While it might be second nature to many of us, the benefits go far beyond using it as a normal activity of daily living. Former race walk champion, registered kinesiologist and clinical exercise physiologist Sarah Zahab knows the important role walking can play in our lives. In this episode, the author of Walk

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42:43

Training for Performance and Longevity: Injury...

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2025/09/12

Injuries happen. Some are preventable while others might occur regardless of how much we prepare. In this episode, certified trainers Aaron Patterson and Frank Eyeson discuss the difference between acute and chronic injuries, why injuries occur, and what we can do to prevent or reduce the risk.Additional Resources Rock Solid Resilience https://ecs.page.link/De8S9 Training and Conditioning Young Athletes, Second Edition https://ecs.page.link/H7QnY Sport Injury Prevention Anatomy

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30:26

Training for Performance and Longevity: Balance and...

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2025/09/05

Strength, power, and maybe even hypertrophy. We train them all, and each for our own valid reasons. But what about balance and stability? Those two components are often taken for granted but they are vital in both sport and activities of daily living. In this episode, certified trainers Aaron Patterson and Frank Eyeson discuss what it means to train for balance and stability, and why it is important.Additional Resources High Performance Training for Sports Developing the Core, Second

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