260 Jules Mitchell: Do we actually need stability and proprioception training?

About this episode

Jules Mitchell returns to discuss the nuances of stability and proprioception training in exercise.

Today we welcome Jules Mitchell back to the podcast for a 5th or 6th time, we have lost count! Jules and Kathryn have been colleagues and friends for a number of years, and today they are talking about stability and proprioception training. The big question they keep coming back to is why do some exercises get labelled in research as stabilizing, or for proprioception, while others don't? What is a deadbug giving you for stability that a deadlift isn't? This podcast gets into the weeds of language, philosophy, and will have you questioning the common narrative on stabilization. We hope you enjoy listening! To learn more about Jules Mitchell, her mentorship, classes and YTT click here. ____ Our annual Membership sale is on now!! If you want to start strength training with Kathryn and the Mindful Strength team, get signed up for an entire year of strength programs. Click here to learn more about our Membership and All-Access Sale!

People in this episode

Host: Kathryn Bruni-Young

Guest: Jules Mitchell

Topics covered

• stability training
• proprioception
• exercise philosophy
• language in fitness
• strength training

Keywords

• stability
• proprioception
• exercise
• deadbug
• deadlift
• fitness
• strength training

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