Conditioning Mentorship: https://performance.education/esd/ Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/ BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/ SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/ Trifecta Nutrition: https://trifectanutrition.llbyf9.net/3JoV0k (Code "liftbig40" for 40% off) SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guard SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts Dr. Andrew Usher discusses various aspects of conditioning, including the importance of aerobic and anaerobic training, the significance of recovery, and the application of NIRS technology in understanding muscle oxygenation. The conversation highlights the need for quality movement in training and the individualized nature of recovery, emphasizing that effective conditioning requires a deep understanding of an athlete's physiology. Timestamps 0:00 Introduction to Conditioning Mentorship 01:33 Diverse Backgrounds in Conditioning 03:08 Aerobic vs Anaerobic Training Explained 07:59 The Importance of Individualized Training 09:49 Understanding Recovery in Conditioning 17:48 The Role of NIRS in Muscle Physiology 32:56 Understanding VO2 Max and Muscle Oxygenation 35:50 The Importance of Conditioning and Training Adaptations 39:24 Quality of Movement in Athletic Training 43:13 Desaturation and Resaturation in Athletic Performance 54:45 Tailoring Conditioning Protocols for Athletes 01:05:26 Optimizing Athletic Performance through Quality Movement 01:08:31 Understanding the Demands of Sports Training 01:10:24 The Importance of Prioritizing Training Goals 01:12:24 Navigating the Landscape of Strength and Conditioning 01:15:46 The Role of Testing in Athletic Development 01:18:52 Innovative Approaches to Measuring Athletic Performance 01:22:20 Exploring Gender Differences in Athletic Training 01:25:35 The Value of Experience in Athletic Training Andrew's IG: https://www.instagram.com/theandrewusher/
