Dr Andreo Spina & Functional Range Systems | Ep. 12
Coach Jesse is joined by Dr. Andreo Spina for this edition of the Living.Fit Show to discuss the development and principles of his Functional Range Systems approach to training, assessment, and rehabilitation.
0:00 The development of Functional Range Systems and Dr. Spina's background
10:57 The importance of assessing internal constraints and a person's functional range of motion
19:19 Applying Dynamic Systems Theory to understand movement emergence
20:51 The principle of training specificity rather than generic exercises
29:57 Evaluating volume in training and how being specific can reduce unnecessary volume
38:38 Applying concepts of force absorption capacity and injury prevention to programming
47:45 Discussing different FRS certifications and assessments
57:54 Debunking common misconceptions around concepts like flexibility, mobility, and strength
1:09:19 Applying concepts to specific populations like runners, baseball players, martial artists
1:13:48 Addressing common paradigms in conditioning and how cardiovascular training can be improved
Dr Andreo is a published author, and international speaker on the topics of joint health, human movement, sports performance, and injury management. Dr. Spina's training and manual therapy systems are currently utilized by practitioners world-wide including medical professionals and dozens of professional sports organizations, athletes, and performers in the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, NCAA, UFC, and more.
