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Essentials: Optimize Your Exercise Program with Science-Based Tools | Jeff Cavaliere
About this episode
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Jeff Cavaliere, MSPT, CSCS, a physical therapist, strength coach and the founder of ATHLEAN-X, an online training platform.
We explain the foundations of an effective training program, including how to structure your weekly workouts and recovery to match your goals and schedule. We also discuss effective warm-ups and stretching, strategies to reduce injury risk and practical nutrition principles without strict calorie counting. Jeff's science-based approach offers clear, actionable guidance for anyone looking to improve fitness, physique and overall health.
Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com.
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Timestamps
(00:00:00) Jeff Cavaliere
(00:00:20) Beginner Whole Body Training Program, Warm-Ups
(00:02:18) Splits, Time Efficiency, Recovery; Bro Splits
(00:05:07) Sponsor: BetterHelp
(00:06:18) Cardiovascular & Resistance Training, Timing & Frequency; Blending Strategies
(00:09:24) Cramp Test & Resistance Training, "Cavaliere Test", Muscularity
(00:11:55) Recovery, Soreness & Variability; Tool: Grip Strength Test
(00:14:48) Sponsor: Helix Sleep
(00:16:22) Active vs Passive Stretching, Recovery
(00:18:46) Recovery, Heal "Shorter" & Muscle; Dynamic Stretching
(00:20:55) Upright Row, Shoulder, Posture, Tool: High Pull; Strengthening Hips
(00:26:10) Sponsor: AG1
(00:27:01) Tool: Proper Bar Grip, Elbow Pain
(00:31:26) Tool: Training Journal & Goals
(00:32:03) Nutrition; Tool: Plate Method
(00:35:28) Sponsor: David
(00:36:47) Post-Training Meal, Protein; Pre-Workout Supplements
(00:39:04) Acknowledgements
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