Let the OPT Model knowledge drop continue with an in-depth look at your core. On this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, identifies what the core is and why it’s vital to strengthen these muscles. Dr. Richey also cites examples of core-specific workouts to help improve total body strength and balance, as well as how medicine balls can build core strength, and much more. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutritio

The OPT Model review rolls on – this time focusing on plyometric training. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores how plyometric training falls into the different levels of the OPT Model. Dr. Richey will start by defining plyometrics, cites key takeaways from NASM’s research on the topic, and deep dives into the three different types of plyometrics. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports pe