70. Old Time Strongman Secrets: Flexibility & Lifting

An episode of the Modus Cafe: Conversations Beyond Climbing podcast, hosted by Mercedes Pollmeier & Katja Dove, titled "70. Old Time Strongman Secrets: Flexibility & Lifting" was published on April 1, 2025 and runs 44 minutes.

April 1, 2025 ·44m · Modus Cafe: Conversations Beyond Climbing

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Episode Description

Today's episode features Mercedes with guest Lucas Aaron from Range of Strength. We're excited to discuss the evolution of flexibility training, the significance of old time lifts, and the integration of strength and flexibility in training! We talk personal experiences, flexibility and rehab, and the mind-muscle connection. Of course, we relate this all to climbers! Join the conversation & drop a comment or question below!

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00:00:40 Lucas intro
00:3:30 Flexibility through a different lens: Old Time Lifts
00:8:35 Introducing the Old Time Lifts with a Coach
00:11:55 Mercedes' experience with the one-arm deadlift
00:14:32 Discussion of Rehab
00:16:30 How Flexibility changed Lifting for Lucas
00:20:45 Why continue to train a range more than what you need
00:25:30 Tips for Passive and Active Flexibility for Novice Climber
00:30:18 Muscle Activation Technique & Mind Muscle Connection
00:40:43 Lucas' Current Favorite Exercise