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Fitness for Consumption ep. 8: You've Got Nerve with Dr. David Behm

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Legendary neuromuscular physiologist, Dr. David Behm, headlines this exploration of neural adaptation.  The term is ensconced in the fitness vernacular, but what, exactly, does it mean?  Get ready for some true pearls of wisdom, as the team dives into motor control and specificity.  They discuss Dr. Behm’s landmark research paper on intention, and wrap up with some suggestions on how trainers and strength coaches can best serve their clients.  Prepare for enlightenment!  In this episode, you’ll hear about: The concept of neural adaptation Motor unit recruitment Intention and specificity Practical approaches to training Join our study club!  Send a DM to  https://www.instagram.com/fitnessforconsumption/   Glossary   Action potential - The wavelike conduction of a neural impulse along a motor neuron, after continued stimulation of the cell reaches its firing threshold.   Agonist - The prime mover of an action, typically identified as a muscle, but may instead be an externally applied force, or g