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Jul 2023
1h 24m

Muscle Activation Techniques for Strengt...

BEN PAKULSKI
About this episode

Today’s guest developed a system of neuromuscular therapy that is one of the most pivotal healing and strengthening modalities I experienced during my bodybuilding career. In fact, I routinely flew out to Colorado to work with this man, who is an absolute legend in the exercise physiology space…

Greg Roskopf, the founder of Muscle Activation Techniques, joins me today on the Muscle Intelligence Podcast. Greg not only developed the MAT modality, but also created a curriculum for this technique that has been taught to students all across the globe.

Greg has over two decades of experience applying MAT to his clients and professional athletes, including the Denver Broncos, San Francisco 49ers, and Utah Jazz.

You'll learn:

  • How to Address Muscle Weakness for Increased Range of Motion

  • How to Raise Physical Stress Tolerance Levels for Better Health

  • Why Focusing on Muscle Strength Decreases Inflammation

  • When to Avoid Deep Tissue Massage, and Whether Stretching is Effective

  • How to Enhance Neuromuscular Function for Recovery and Stress Management

Learn more from Greg Roskopf:

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