In the industry there is a lot of talk about corrective exercise, how to warm-up properly, and rehab discussion. I feel there is nothing wrong with that. While some may have worn tired of the terms and conversation, when you actually work with a general population of jacked up people, it’s extremely relevant. That being said, there is a hole in the conversation that lands after the foam roll and before full recovery (if possible). That is where Nick Tumminello’s Joint Friendly Strength Training comes in.
The Material
You get a 2-disc dvd set with almost 2 hours of material. The quality is pretty good. You can see and hear everything Nick is saying very easily. The resolution is good and not that it matters much, but the design and graphics are good as well.
There is no filler, at all. Nick basically gives a 5 minute intro and then just starts knocking out exercise after exercise. The purpose of the exercises is to give you substitutions or movements you can put in your program that are “friendly” or less invasive to injury or problems you might have. For example, if you are having a problem with forward lunges because of knee pain, Nick provides you with alternatives/variations that relive the strain from gravity and weakness in the movement. He moves on from there to cover back, shoulders, core and even hands/wrists. Basically if you are having a limiting factor in your training, this will allow you to make adjustments so you aren’t left “benched” too long.
Nick demonstrates all the movements himself, in great form, and with multiple options and angles. Not only do you learn “friendly exercises” you learn how to do them properly. There are many popular exercises demonstrated that are performed incorrectly all the time (by trainers and trainees alike). With these simple cues, you can take unnecessary strain off of your body.
Nick also provides explanation of why he is doing the movements, where you should or should not be feeling things, and a bit of triva/debunking along the way.
Content isn’t lacking, at all.
Who is it for?
It’s great for trainers or for enthusiasts.
If I could ask for one addition, it would be to provide a labeling system of the movements in the video. For myself or trainers it shouldn’t be an issue. Since I think this video is good for non-trainers as well as for trainers, I think a little “cheat sheet” would be great for people to have who are still learning. Take your time while watching the video and take notes if need. Look at this as more of a seminar, than program.
Bottom Line
I was very impressed with the material Nick put together. There is always a lot of conversation about how not to get injured or warming up, but this fills a pretty big hole in how to alter training if need. As a trainer, you are used to making adjustments or altering movements for a bad knee, inflammatory back or weak wrists. You learn tricks and make a collection of things to do along the way so that everyone can get the most out of their training experience.
There is an important dialogue a trainer needs in his back pocket – “No? well try this. Better?” Bad trainers aren’t going to budge on their movement or their way. They try to find something wrong with you because you can’t do it. Their catalog of training is so small, they don’t know what to do if the back squat isn’t for you or if you can’t do a military press. They would rather you risk injury and “suck it up.”
The good guys make the movement come to you, even if in brother/sister form. Make no mistake – this is training. It’s just smarter and allows you to still play with the big gun movements in ways that may fit your body better.
Where to get it?
You can get it at Nick’s blog here. In general, you should head over and check out Nick’s work.
Am I affiliating this product?
I would because I support the product, but I don’t even think you can. If you can, I wouldn’t know how to. I make no money and the sale of this product does not go to support Leighpeele.com
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This looks interesting, but I am wondering how different is it from Mike Robertson’s stuff? Thanks.
Hey Tom,
This is not a series about corrective movement. Not that this is all Mike talks about, but I am assuming you are relating it to Assess and Correct. It is nothing like that.
This is a series about how to alter trialing if you are needing joint friendly movements. It also is just a good exercise archive with instruction. If you find yourself saying “man, I can’t do a squat, and forward lunges are bugging my knees. What should I do?” This will help you figure that out. Can you use these movements while rehabbing? Sure, but it isn’t a rehab or corrective program.
Hope that clears it up.
Might seem like a stupid question, but can this be watched on the computer?
Yes. In fact, I watched it on my computer for the review.
This sounds like something right up my alley. Mike Robertson’s stuff is great and has been very useful for me but I’ve been trying to figure out what movements aggrevate my shoulders and what to do about on my own. I’ll definitely check it out. Thanks for the heads up, Leigh.
Very cool Leigh, I feel as though I’m much more familiar with the good names to follow in the industry now, many thanks to blog posts like this for the info. Always appreciate the benefit of a review.
We can always depend on you to give a fair and good review. I usually think reviews are BS (and boring), but you always keep it real and provide the best of information. I know if you approve of something, it’s solid. Keep the integrity and us informed.
Also, thanks for the blond in the video, I do appreciate it! LOL
Leigh,
Thanks for the great review!
To have some one as knowledgeable as you think so highly of the JFST DVD – makes me feel very proud.
I really do appreciate your kind words and your wonderful review!
Coach N
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