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Apr 2023
29m 11s

How to Build Elite Conditioning

Matthew Casturo
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In this episode we breakdown the training strategies to develop elite conditioning. We dive right into the science and methods. 

Credit to Coach Joel Jamison for the M3 model (Metabolic, Mental, and Movement) referenced in the episode. Scroll back a few episodes to watch the conditioning episode with Joel. 

Learn exactly how to write great programs for Conditioning, Strength, Hypertrophy, Power/ Plyometrics, and Endurance in Program Design 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/programdesigncourse

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