@@TheBioneer your both amazing. Tackling advanced training protocols, And helping people be active way into their older age. Love both of you guys thanks for everything you do x
Great to see you guys collaborating. Many many years ago I was a gymnast in high school. My coach used to have us strectch for 30 to 40 seconds then instead of releasing that stretch, isometrically activate those same muscle under the stretch for 10 to 15 seconds then release. He said he had read a paper that said that would strengthen our tendons. So for 45 years now whenever I stretch I do it that way. You guys just validated that. Thanks
Cliff Notes version: 4:03 High volume, high frequency training 6:50 weighted stretching 8:44 short range movements 10:14 long range movements 12:40 outer range 13:05 polymetric/shock training/isometric
I'd add 13:37 Isometric Training ~ 14:14 Quasi-Isometrics (slow reps) ~ 14:20 Overcoming Isometrics (push/pull against immovable force for approx. 6 sec.) ~ 14:28 Ballistic Isometrics (Max effort as quick as possible against immovable object (ruclips.net/video/Gp2AMkdXM90/видео.html))
You, Ben Patrick and Squat University are absolute godsends to the global fitness community. Especially for those of us entering middle age, who, more than ever, need these insights into tendon health and mobility. Thanks a million!
I messed my knee up terribly while rucking and I couldn’t squat all the way. Ben Patrick’s movements seriously changed my life and my confidence for movements has moved to a whole other level. I honestly believe atg movements are all I need forever!
You might never read this but the two of you (along with daniel vadnal, he also deserves the spotlight) have no idea how much influence and inspiration you've been just pouring over me, in both a lifestyle and career sense. I've been a bit demotivated with a lot of pain and injuries lately but just casually watching this video right now and a few others are making me hopeful and excited to just do things with intention and get better at them, as it always happens when watching you. I can't express how thankful I am that you guys do what you do, and that I have found you. You are literally changing lives, for the better.
Dude. How are you at 670k already? I remember finding you at like 40k and thinking how your content deserves way more. Way to go man. Keep being great and preaching health!
This is the team up I've been waiting for! I attribute my healthy knees and joints to the info I've gotten from these 2 fantastic teachers. Thank you both for everything you have shared.
THANK YOU !!! I've already resolved to restart my fitness goals, focusing on grip strength. I know a bit about all sorts of concepts and borrowed from martial arts, to rock climbing, to arm wrestling, and of course standard weight training, cross fit, isometrics, yoga... I thought I'd have to spend a huge amount of time developing the proper path... and then I found your channel. This is RED PILL level mind blowing. You touch on things I knew and expand on them beyond what I could have ever hoped. You've literally compiled and linked every conceivable ( & inconceivable ) theory in many many videos. (Strength without bulk is the 1st video I seen) I'm going to be binging your content and taking LITERAL notes for likely weeks, to merly outline what I need to do. I'm not being hyperbolic. Your content is exactly what I need. Priceless. I cannot convey my gratitude, but "thank you" will have to suffice.
Ben Patrick has uncovered some incredible exercises to target and train the knees and our full range. Now that I have just learned about overcoming isometrics and how powerful and beneficial they are for the tendons I'm even more excited. You can use a yoga strap to push 100% from the bottom of an ATG split squat! I've been doing the same with a heel elevated deep squat (The strap simply goes over your legs) and I have felt my patella tendon more precisely than I knew was possible. I can feel every centimeter of it and it's exact shape. It's being completely seen and trained for the first time in my life. Overcoming isometrics can now take knees over toes exercises to the stratosphere. There are people than gain more strength in a month than in 2 years of their weight lifting, because that form of exercises is what the tendons love more than anything.
Hey gang! Superfunctional Training 2.0 is currently on sale for black friday/cyber weekend! You can get it here for $13: www.thebioneer.com/product/sft2/ It's a training program designed to combine multiple modes of training in order to build strength, speed, mobility, endurance, focus, and more. Two hours of video and an 80+ apge ebook! Enjoy!
Guess what Mr Bioneer, bought the book. Lots in there to learn. Thanks mate, looking forward to the next video. I have been trying outdoor training, just randomly during the day. I work in parks and gardens, so you can imagine I get a few looks from the public as I jump, crawl & swing around the playground bars 🤣🤪 🇳🇿nz
as someone who bought SuperFunctional Training 2 I have to say while I really like the exercise selection and overall philosophy of the program, I do feel that the volume of sets/reps in total leans a little too much on the time consuming side (at least for my personal weekly schedule and energy levels 😵) I'm looking to make adjustments on the program but I fear if I cut out certain exercises, I may end up missing a crucial part of the body that needs training/develop some sort of imbalance in the long run, any advice on how we can tackle this conundrum (if there's any way)?
@@marimoerostraw I have only just bought the book and had a quick glance at the training programs. From my experience in other training programs if you feel they are too long you could split it up during the day or days. Do half then do other half next day. I try to do a bit of training in the mornings then at night. Training has to be enjoyable, not a chore. Good luck
Could you make a video on specific exercices or variations for each body part ? And how to implement it in your routine. Like is it good to add specific sets of isometric holds / quarter reps on your main exercices, can you do specific tendons work on off days, how fast do you recover from it, can you just add specific exercices at the end of your training. It feels really hard to actually implement it except for the range of motion aspect. I could figure out on my own by experimenting but I would love to have more insight from you and I think it would help people more than a video on the actual science of tendons.
It’s neat how ideas get buried with time and then rediscovered by people who are searching. Martial arts and yoga focus a great deal of attention on tendon strength. You did mention this. I love your channel. We have a lot in common with this kind of stuff. I always was trying crazy things and different things to try to develop my body in ways that most ppl overlooked. The cool thing about you is that you do this now for a living and your an adult and can talk to other professionals and y’all feed on each others questions and knowledge.
I'm so glad I found this channel. After a complete breakdown during COVID and going from 75kg to around 105kg with no exercise, Adam you're inspiring me to take this approach to train all the pillars of strength mentioned in your channel video. Already back down to around 90kg and not stopping. I hope to reach even half your power level 😂 and become a capable bioneer. Cheers.
Weighted stretches are also amazing for hypertrophy when done right after a normal working set. No wonder why I, who emphasizes weighted stretches, feel like my tendons and joints have gotten bulletproof!
I love bioneer using learning aids now,hes gotten around to explaining everything at all levels ,absolutely crystal clear,even a goof could get it and i love him for that Plus im SO GLAD ,i love tendon training,im passionate about it,thanks bio ,i consider this a late birthday gift from you ,nothing makes me prouder to from a labouring family then the power of our tendons!
I love your videos. I've just found you by accident a few weeks ago. Very positive. You've really changed my attitude. And improved my shoulder stability. Thank you x
I like looking at the body from a complex perspective. It's such a pity there are so few people talking about that. Big thanks to Bioneer and Ben Patrick.
Thanks to this channel covering Ben Patrick some time ago, I started doing KoT training and finally fixed by bad knee and back. I wasn't even looking to fix my back, it just happened by doing the programs, especially Dense. If you have nagging pains, or just want to avoid them in the future, it's worth checking out. I did the official program for 10 months, and then something similar on my own for another 8. I combined Adam's program with Ben's to great effect. Now that I feel healthy, I started doing other programs, but I still use his exercises and methods.
I'm already subscribed, but very excited to learn more about the links between fascia and tendons. These seem to be used a lot in the "internal" martial arts. Can't wait!
I love it when fitness Fave's meet up and promote wellness. Been watching Ben for 2 years and almost all knee, hip, and back pain are gone. 63 and making it happen. I do ATG split squats daily with light weight, backward walk on a "Deadmill", backward 40 yard sprint in the grass, and crazy chase the little dog drills that load the sides of the knees as I play with my training partner. lunges across the yard with and without weights. Adam also gets a big nod for bodyweight training with 2 sets of rings in the tree and a 35' rope on another. the Bruce lee core training is the most intense I have done and am nowhere close to total core lockout of my body for 1 arm pushups. I am able to hold a 3/4 height 1 arm solid hold for 30 seconds on each arm and am working on it every other night. Bruce is a total control beast of a human! Adam's not too shabby either. Ben packing on some size and still has a unreal vertical jump alone is reason enough to follow these guys! Thank you for the health I have from trying to follow your examples, and lessons.
When I was a 13 YO kid I only had 35 lbs. So I ended up doing sets of 50 for several sets of barbell curls. It got my tendons super strong so I've always been able to curl and pull a lot of weight. I attribute those high reps early in my lifting life to strong tendons in my arms. I wish I'd done the same thing with squats when I started them in my late teens. Lol
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 *💪 Training tendons is crucial for injury prevention, pain reduction, and unlocking athletic potential.* 01:23 *🏋️♂️ Muscle and tendon function together; neglecting tendon training leaves performance untapped.* 02:34 *🩹 Proper tendon training can prevent joint issues and reverse existing damage.* 03:18 *🔄 Building strength and resilience in tendons takes time compared to muscles.* 04:01 *🩸 Promoting blood flow to tendons through high volume and frequency training aids in healing and growth.* 05:12 *🩺 Blood flow restriction training enhances vascular growth, aiding tendon health.* 06:08 *💡 Traditional weight training alone doesn't maximize tendon potential; creativity is key.* 07:32 *🚫 Historical advice to avoid tendon strain in exercises like squats is outdated; strain is crucial for growth.* 08:27 *🔄 Tendon training concepts apply to various body parts, not just knees, for overall athleticism.* 10:20 *🏋️♀️ Short-range and long-range movements effectively target tendons at all positions.* 13:26 *🏃♂️ Plyometric, isometric, and ballistic training are powerful tools for tendon strength and resilience.* 15:04 *🍽️ Supporting tendon training with proper lifestyle, diet, and nutrition is essential for optimal results.* Made with HARPA AI
I would love to see a video about the tendons in the shoulder Chest upper back and neck area. I got some hard issues with pain in the front shoulder and deltoids. Its a very complicated joint and its not easy to get back into good training for me. Thanks for all help!
I've been watching this channel for about 3-4 years and JUST realized I WASNT SUBSCRIBED!!! Let's fix that mate. Your contents always been awesome dude!
Great stuff, Adam. I like how modern exercise science just confirms the value of what have been basic training modalities in Chinese boxing styles for centuries.
One step at a time. When I started my challenge 56 months ago I was alone half dead in the woods massive trauma 60 second walk to my truck took hours I then climbed in it and found my phone call for my own medivac. Shattered hip and shattered pelvis 10 broken ribs permanently bruised femer bruised lungs broken right shoulder. Was told I never walk unassisted again. I proved them wrong. Thousands of hours on bike and treadmill and over 100000 pullups and pushups later I am pretty functional at 57. God was a massive part of my survival always give him the most credit. Remember as long as your trying your winning. Take care good luck.
I purchased your program a few days ago because I like your multidisciplinary approach. Haven't read much yet but excited for it. I've been training with yoga and calisthenics on an off for about 4 years now. I've made huge strides in the last two years and I'm just trying to keep that craving up.
Big respect for the continuous amazing work. Just one thing I've noticed, you don't use much rotation when throwing punches. It's not a simple thing to get the technique right, might be a good idea to get personal training sessions with an experienced boxing coach. Overall you are a beast my friend, keep up the good work!
Ben might be the only person I've ever seen that consistently and repeatedly encourages people not to buy his own products. I've never heard him try to push any bullshit about how his plastic wedge is magically better than any other plastic wedge, he really does want to make this stuff as accessible as possible.
Most sports required explosive movements. I damaged a tendon in my butt doing a powerful kick into a hand stand in Capoeira. This possibly happened cos I'd been doing lots of core strength improvements and had improved my strength. At 52 it has taken me ages to recover. Made me realise tendon strength is absolutely vital. I've started running again just to get high volume training and to gently help recovery, but I love this idea of weighted extensions as well. Already doing plyometrics and isometric which I swear by (guys, check out Chi Gung for variations on horse stance). Love your videos Bioneer
Looking forward to the full conversation. I love collaboration videos, expecially if I'm such a big fan of both parties like with you and Ben Patrick 👍
I love this I first learned of tendon strength from Arthur Saxons book "The development of physical power" which I highly recommend. I remember comparing tendon strength to power delivery in a vehicle. Things like say you have bald tires maximum force from the engine will not actually reach the road. Similarly your large powerful muscles(the engine) will not actually fully deliver the energy to the bones and joints because the tendons have not been trained. The greatest way I have found to strengthen the tendons is doing heavy singles if you regularly do heavy singles, and by heavy I mean 90-95% of your max your tendons get worked extremely hard. You'll see body builders all huge but actually alot weaker despite the appearance. It's from training in that 50% max range for reps. Another book that greatly touches on the subject is "Dinosaur training" I highly recommend that book for anyone looking to develop some serious strength.
So so happy to be watching this channel and taking on ideas and training philosophies from such a fantastic teacher!!!!! Thanks, Bioneer and kneesOverToesGuy
I was 134 kg. Kind of a strongman guy. I could be play futsal and be fast on my feet, and I cycled up hills for way too long before my before my body(mostly back) gave up on me and I had to down size and I swear by over coming isometrics. I can probably fix 99.9 of my issues with yoga.
Really appreciate the practical concepts of tendons training and what you and Ben Patrick are doing. One thing I found worth to mention to avoid confusions here. The force is not "traveling" between muscles and tendons. The amount of *force* that muscles and tendons experience is always exactly same per Newton's Third Law. What you are talking about is the level of lengthening for muscles and tendons under the (same) force. I see the point of stretching muscles as mush as possible, so they aren't elastic anymore. Once a muscle reached its max length then a tendon is becoming more elastic in compare to the already over-stretched muscle. And by doing this we can stretch the tendon farther and make it more resilient over time. Still the stretched muscle experiences same force as tendon at any given moment of time and hopefully it won't tear. Now when we have an impact on our body (e.g. landing after a jump), properly prepared tendons will increase the time of the absorption of this impact by their lengthening beyond what muscles could. And per the Newton's Second Law, it will decrease the overall force that tendons and muscle are experiencing in order to mitigate the impact. But again, at any given configuration, it's gonna be the same force on both tendons and muscles. This means no matter how "strong" (against tearing) tendons are, they won't protect muscles from damage. They really has to be elastic to work as an additional "buffer" of lengthening. Hope this makes sense. P.S. I'm not a PT/kinesiologist/doctor and these are my naive thoughts.
I remember that the fastest results I got when running is when I used to push extremely hard against the ground, trying to make the longest strides and the highest airtime on purpose. Within three months I nearly 1.5x my speed and the heel tendon pain just went away. I now realise that I was just training tendons really hard, needless to say I will be applying such style of training to upper body movements going forward.
amazing what an athlete I could have been along with so man others if we didnt have idiots for coaches growing up. Most people I knew quite sports because of pain an injury, prevention was never a focus only trophies none of us can remember now.
I've been following KOTG's stuff and using a lot of his programming/movements.. but this gives some more info on the how and why it works! Love this content!
Thank you so much. I was asking for tendon training and i got it. So the take away is more time under tension and slow motion contraction. Plus bounce.
As for the nutrition you dont need any fancy supplements for collagen minerals etc, but simply eat afew ounces of liver and bone marrow a few times a week. It brought my entire physical abilities to another level. T. 39y/o guy whos been lifting for 17 yrs
As an avid hiker I highly recommend Copenhagen Planks for knee work. Tendon strength/resilience is necessary for getting up a mountain and knees are crucial.
Bioneer is one of my favorite people! Honored to have been involved in this. I look forward to more collaboration. Thank you brother 🫡🙏
The feeling is mutual! Thanks again for sharing your knowledge. And absolutely, hopefully the first of many 💪🏻💪🏻
two of my favorites in this area... your curiosity & wisdom have been a great benefit for countless people on all sides of all ponds.
@@TheBioneer your both amazing. Tackling advanced training protocols,
And helping people be active way into their older age.
Love both of you guys thanks for everything you do x
Hey! Ben... Good to see you both collaborate.
Jameel Ahmed!
Great to see you guys collaborating. Many many years ago I was a gymnast in high school. My coach used to have us strectch for 30 to 40 seconds then instead of releasing that stretch, isometrically activate those same muscle under the stretch for 10 to 15 seconds then release. He said he had read a paper that said that would strengthen our tendons. So for 45 years now whenever I stretch I do it that way. You guys just validated that. Thanks
A Bioneer and Knees over toes guys Collab is so perfect, they both give completely unique ideas compared to everyone else
bioneer trains with exactly the same philosophy i did in high school
This guy deserves a billion subs
Honestly
more like 8 billion
I disagree. I would say his sub count is fine
@@oy3930 he is useful, I guess only few look for this and get it so maybe. But it is good and deserves more
@@oy3930 knock yourself out or do better than him boy
Cliff Notes version:
4:03 High volume, high frequency training
6:50 weighted stretching
8:44 short range movements
10:14 long range movements
12:40 outer range
13:05 polymetric/shock training/isometric
I'd add
13:37 Isometric Training
~ 14:14 Quasi-Isometrics (slow reps)
~ 14:20 Overcoming Isometrics (push/pull against immovable force for approx. 6 sec.)
~ 14:28 Ballistic Isometrics (Max effort as quick as possible against immovable object (ruclips.net/video/Gp2AMkdXM90/видео.html))
@@carlr458 thanks, I got lazy towards the end
W comment
@@carlr458 W response comment
Isos maybe the secret to speed and longevity
You, Ben Patrick and Squat University are absolute godsends to the global fitness community. Especially for those of us entering middle age, who, more than ever, need these insights into tendon health and mobility. Thanks a million!
hell ya! love these channels
Great list. Agreed. I'd also add Ido Portal
100%
Just turned 30 - been focusing now, more than ever, on mobility & flexibility. Even taken a few Yoga classes within the past few weeks.
Ben Patrick the one that claims that the tibialis is the most important muscle in the body?
I messed my knee up terribly while rucking and I couldn’t squat all the way. Ben Patrick’s movements seriously changed my life and my confidence for movements has moved to a whole other level. I honestly believe atg movements are all I need forever!
Flexibility my friend that's key
Same! I recently decided to really push that kind of training and some aggressive yoga. My knee finally feels better.
PLEASE MAKE A VIDEO SHOWING EXERCISES FOR EACH TENDON! YOURE A LEGEND, LOVE YOUR VIDEOS
You might never read this but the two of you (along with daniel vadnal, he also deserves the spotlight) have no idea how much influence and inspiration you've been just pouring over me, in both a lifestyle and career sense. I've been a bit demotivated with a lot of pain and injuries lately but just casually watching this video right now and a few others are making me hopeful and excited to just do things with intention and get better at them, as it always happens when watching you. I can't express how thankful I am that you guys do what you do, and that I have found you. You are literally changing lives, for the better.
What a beautiful comment.
Dude. How are you at 670k already? I remember finding you at like 40k and thinking how your content deserves way more. Way to go man. Keep being great and preaching health!
Good content considtentally gets viewer retention and returns
Answer: Through making appetite, but not satisfying it. A lot of talk, no real help.
He's at 870k now
Tendons are underrated. Thank you to all of you for putting this together.
This is the team up I've been waiting for! I attribute my healthy knees and joints to the info I've gotten from these 2 fantastic teachers. Thank you both for everything you have shared.
THANK YOU !!!
I've already resolved to restart my fitness goals, focusing on grip strength. I know a bit about all sorts of concepts and borrowed from martial arts, to rock climbing, to arm wrestling, and of course standard weight training, cross fit, isometrics, yoga...
I thought I'd have to spend a huge amount of time developing the proper path... and then I found your channel. This is RED PILL level mind blowing. You touch on things I knew and expand on them beyond what I could have ever hoped. You've literally compiled and linked every conceivable ( & inconceivable ) theory in many many videos. (Strength without bulk is the 1st video I seen)
I'm going to be binging your content and taking LITERAL notes for likely weeks, to merly outline what I need to do.
I'm not being hyperbolic. Your content is exactly what I need. Priceless.
I cannot convey my gratitude, but "thank you" will have to suffice.
Bro thank you so much for providing us with this knowledge free of charge. You, Ben Patrick, and Bill Maeda are my heroes.
yea maaann👍🔥
Commenting for the algorithm. Yours and mine. Tendons are one of my greatest priorities personally so this is great.
Production just keeps getting better, this vid is beautiful. Managed to hit my science, art and fitness sides in one go - brilliant 👌
Thank you! That's usually what I'm aiming for! Not sure I hit the mark usually but this was great to hear 😁
@@TheBioneer keep following your vision, you're doing amazing 👍
Ben Patrick has uncovered some incredible exercises to target and train the knees and our full range. Now that I have just learned about overcoming isometrics and how powerful and beneficial they are for the tendons I'm even more excited. You can use a yoga strap to push 100% from the bottom of an ATG split squat! I've been doing the same with a heel elevated deep squat (The strap simply goes over your legs) and I have felt my patella tendon more precisely than I knew was possible. I can feel every centimeter of it and it's exact shape. It's being completely seen and trained for the first time in my life. Overcoming isometrics can now take knees over toes exercises to the stratosphere. There are people than gain more strength in a month than in 2 years of their weight lifting, because that form of exercises is what the tendons love more than anything.
Hey gang! Superfunctional Training 2.0 is currently on sale for black friday/cyber weekend! You can get it here for $13:
www.thebioneer.com/product/sft2/
It's a training program designed to combine multiple modes of training in order to build strength, speed, mobility, endurance, focus, and more. Two hours of video and an 80+ apge ebook!
Enjoy!
Guess what Mr Bioneer, bought the book. Lots in there to learn.
Thanks mate, looking forward to the next video. I have been trying outdoor training, just randomly during the day. I work in parks and gardens, so you can imagine I get a few looks from the public as I jump, crawl & swing around the playground bars 🤣🤪
🇳🇿nz
as someone who bought SuperFunctional Training 2 I have to say while I really like the exercise selection and overall philosophy of the program, I do feel that the volume of sets/reps in total leans a little too much on the time consuming side (at least for my personal weekly schedule and energy levels 😵)
I'm looking to make adjustments on the program but I fear if I cut out certain exercises, I may end up missing a crucial part of the body that needs training/develop some sort of imbalance in the long run, any advice on how we can tackle this conundrum (if there's any way)?
@@marimoerostraw I have only just bought the book and had a quick glance at the training programs. From my experience in other training programs if you feel they are too long you could split it up during the day or days. Do half then do other half next day. I try to do a bit of training in the mornings then at night. Training has to be enjoyable, not a chore. Good luck
Could you make a video on specific exercices or variations for each body part ? And how to implement it in your routine. Like is it good to add specific sets of isometric holds / quarter reps on your main exercices, can you do specific tendons work on off days, how fast do you recover from it, can you just add specific exercices at the end of your training. It feels really hard to actually implement it except for the range of motion aspect. I could figure out on my own by experimenting but I would love to have more insight from you and I think it would help people more than a video on the actual science of tendons.
Please do this!
Agreed!
Yes please
That's something I would also would like to see!
I would like this
It’s neat how ideas get buried with time and then rediscovered by people who are searching. Martial arts and yoga focus a great deal of attention on tendon strength. You did mention this. I love your channel. We have a lot in common with this kind of stuff. I always was trying crazy things and different things to try to develop my body in ways that most ppl overlooked. The cool thing about you is that you do this now for a living and your an adult and can talk to other professionals and y’all feed on each others questions and knowledge.
Very good remark Johann. A lot of good stuff from the past have been forgotten.
I'm so glad I found this channel. After a complete breakdown during COVID and going from 75kg to around 105kg with no exercise, Adam you're inspiring me to take this approach to train all the pillars of strength mentioned in your channel video. Already back down to around 90kg and not stopping. I hope to reach even half your power level 😂 and become a capable bioneer. Cheers.
Well done to you! Massive respect for overcoming a crap time in your life and turning it around into something better.
Keep with it. 👍🏻
@@chrisdraper845 Thanks Chris!
Weighted stretches are also amazing for hypertrophy when done right after a normal working set. No wonder why I, who emphasizes weighted stretches, feel like my tendons and joints have gotten bulletproof!
You guys are the best, you are literally saving and improving thousands of people’s lives. Wish you the best!
Another great video! And it's always a pleasure having you film your videos here, and I thank you for inviting me to take part in this video.
I was literally thinking of revisiting your older video on tendon strength probably the exact minute this was uploaded.
Adam sir is a gem in fitness community
Dude the cinematography looks like the first series of Utopia (the uk version). Mad props!
Thank you! 😁
I love bioneer using learning aids now,hes gotten around to explaining everything at all levels ,absolutely crystal clear,even a goof could get it and i love him for that
Plus im SO GLAD ,i love tendon training,im passionate about it,thanks bio ,i consider this a late birthday gift from you ,nothing makes me prouder to from a labouring family then the power of our tendons!
Learning aids?
@@monsieurLDN Yeah ,watch this video and then the muscle controle one
I can't believe I've never considered tendons too deeply. As a climber this info is invaluable.
I love your videos. I've just found you by accident a few weeks ago. Very positive. You've really changed my attitude. And improved my shoulder stability. Thank you x
Thanks!
Thank you for years of great content, a true gem!!
w opinion
I like looking at the body from a complex perspective. It's such a pity there are so few people talking about that. Big thanks to Bioneer and Ben Patrick.
Was watching the old tendon video so this one is gonna be great 😎
Thanks to this channel covering Ben Patrick some time ago, I started doing KoT training and finally fixed by bad knee and back. I wasn't even looking to fix my back, it just happened by doing the programs, especially Dense. If you have nagging pains, or just want to avoid them in the future, it's worth checking out.
I did the official program for 10 months, and then something similar on my own for another 8. I combined Adam's program with Ben's to great effect.
Now that I feel healthy, I started doing other programs, but I still use his exercises and methods.
I'm already subscribed, but very excited to learn more about the links between fascia and tendons. These seem to be used a lot in the "internal" martial arts. Can't wait!
This collab just made this Thanksgiving extra special! LOVE This!!
I love it when fitness Fave's meet up and promote wellness. Been watching Ben for 2 years and almost all knee, hip, and back pain are gone. 63 and making it happen. I do ATG split squats daily with light weight, backward walk on a "Deadmill", backward 40 yard sprint in the grass, and crazy chase the little dog drills that load the sides of the knees as I play with my training partner. lunges across the yard with and without weights. Adam also gets a big nod for bodyweight training with 2 sets of rings in the tree and a 35' rope on another. the Bruce lee core training is the most intense I have done and am nowhere close to total core lockout of my body for 1 arm pushups. I am able to hold a 3/4 height 1 arm solid hold for 30 seconds on each arm and am working on it every other night. Bruce is a total control beast of a human! Adam's not too shabby either. Ben packing on some size and still has a unreal vertical jump alone is reason enough to follow these guys! Thank you for the health I have from trying to follow your examples, and lessons.
Another solid video, thanks Adam! Can't wait to see you hit 1M subs
When I was a 13 YO kid I only had 35 lbs. So I ended up doing sets of 50 for several sets of barbell curls. It got my tendons super strong so I've always been able to curl and pull a lot of weight. I attribute those high reps early in my lifting life to strong tendons in my arms. I wish I'd done the same thing with squats when I started them in my late teens. Lol
noted
This explains why the Kettlebell is one of the best tools for fitness, and gives somewhat of an explanation to the "what the hell" effect.
Kettlebell is very functional. I guess cause it's smaller than a barbell but can be handled in more ways than a dumbbell.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 *💪 Training tendons is crucial for injury prevention, pain reduction, and unlocking athletic potential.*
01:23 *🏋️♂️ Muscle and tendon function together; neglecting tendon training leaves performance untapped.*
02:34 *🩹 Proper tendon training can prevent joint issues and reverse existing damage.*
03:18 *🔄 Building strength and resilience in tendons takes time compared to muscles.*
04:01 *🩸 Promoting blood flow to tendons through high volume and frequency training aids in healing and growth.*
05:12 *🩺 Blood flow restriction training enhances vascular growth, aiding tendon health.*
06:08 *💡 Traditional weight training alone doesn't maximize tendon potential; creativity is key.*
07:32 *🚫 Historical advice to avoid tendon strain in exercises like squats is outdated; strain is crucial for growth.*
08:27 *🔄 Tendon training concepts apply to various body parts, not just knees, for overall athleticism.*
10:20 *🏋️♀️ Short-range and long-range movements effectively target tendons at all positions.*
13:26 *🏃♂️ Plyometric, isometric, and ballistic training are powerful tools for tendon strength and resilience.*
15:04 *🍽️ Supporting tendon training with proper lifestyle, diet, and nutrition is essential for optimal results.*
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I can not express how long I've searched for tendon information after your first tendon video. I'm very excited to see this pop up!
Thank you for having a discount on Super Functional training 2.0!
I have so much to learn from you, and now for only 13$
Just bought it! Thanks!
I would love to see a video about the tendons in the shoulder Chest upper back and neck area. I got some hard issues with pain in the front shoulder and deltoids. Its a very complicated joint and its not easy to get back into good training for me. Thanks for all help!
Try strengthening your rear delts and stretch lower back legs hips chest
I've been watching this channel for about 3-4 years and JUST realized I WASNT SUBSCRIBED!!! Let's fix that mate. Your contents always been awesome dude!
This was one of favorite videos, great to hear your perspective, reasoning and explanation of advantages of knees over toes style training
I recently found your Channel and I am very grateful for your science.
Great stuff, Adam. I like how modern exercise science just confirms the value of what have been basic training modalities in Chinese boxing styles for centuries.
This is very enlightening. Thank you. 69 yr and determined toward quality of life.
big collab! I am currently in the process of putting together a tendon training regimen so this video is incredibly well timed!! Thanks, man!
More tendon videos plz. Amazing content
Christmas came early this year!!!! I always wanted this crossover!!!
I am living example of making the impossible possible never doubt and never give. Capt chaos surviving and defying the odds at 57.
One step at a time. When I started my challenge 56 months ago I was alone half dead in the woods massive trauma 60 second walk to my truck took hours I then climbed in it and found my phone call for my own medivac. Shattered hip and shattered pelvis 10 broken ribs permanently bruised femer bruised lungs broken right shoulder. Was told I never walk unassisted again. I proved them wrong. Thousands of hours on bike and treadmill and over 100000 pullups and pushups later I am pretty functional at 57. God was a massive part of my survival always give him the most credit. Remember as long as your trying your winning. Take care good luck.
Just purchased Superfunctional 2.0. You're speaking my language Adam. Thank you for the knowledge
I purchased your program a few days ago because I like your multidisciplinary approach. Haven't read much yet but excited for it. I've been training with yoga and calisthenics on an off for about 4 years now. I've made huge strides in the last two years and I'm just trying to keep that craving up.
Love this topic. I've actually just taken up running and need a way to strengthen the tendons in my feet
This is why I'm subscribed to bioneer. Thanks brother
Awesome collab with two of my favourite coaches!
Big respect for the continuous amazing work.
Just one thing I've noticed, you don't use much rotation when throwing punches.
It's not a simple thing to get the technique right, might be a good idea to get personal training sessions with an experienced boxing coach.
Overall you are a beast my friend, keep up the good work!
Great episode, I greatly respect your instruction and information on these topics
Finally I've been waiting for a remake of this video for a long time.
FUN-tastic vid !! a vid about joint health and possible cartilage regenaration would be also great!!
this was great. One of the best informational videos on youtube
Both your videos and Ben Patrick's videos have helped me a lot, was wondering what it would be like if you guys teamed up
@UCQO3wN_gYGzDUUd_99ZW-9g boo you're not the real bioneer
Ben might be the only person I've ever seen that consistently and repeatedly encourages people not to buy his own products. I've never heard him try to push any bullshit about how his plastic wedge is magically better than any other plastic wedge, he really does want to make this stuff as accessible as possible.
Yea he's a cool dude. All facts no bullshit.
thank you both. Ben is the no 1
Most sports required explosive movements. I damaged a tendon in my butt doing a powerful kick into a hand stand in Capoeira. This possibly happened cos I'd been doing lots of core strength improvements and had improved my strength. At 52 it has taken me ages to recover. Made me realise tendon strength is absolutely vital. I've started running again just to get high volume training and to gently help recovery, but I love this idea of weighted extensions as well. Already doing plyometrics and isometric which I swear by (guys, check out Chi Gung for variations on horse stance). Love your videos Bioneer
IV been looking for real information on tendon training for years glad some are looking into it finally.
this guy deserves way more subs
Looking forward to the full conversation. I love collaboration videos, expecially if I'm such a big fan of both parties like with you and Ben Patrick 👍
So funny I just started doing some knees over toe guy stuff and then my favorite fitness RUclipsr has him on haha
What does that Mean
Would love to hear about the relationship between flexibility and muscle recoil/explosive force
Thanks Bioneer! I messed this video. I have RA and love the info and inspiration to keep me moving in all directions:)
Ben Patrick is my hero.
I love this I first learned of tendon strength from Arthur Saxons book "The development of physical power" which I highly recommend. I remember comparing tendon strength to power delivery in a vehicle. Things like say you have bald tires maximum force from the engine will not actually reach the road. Similarly your large powerful muscles(the engine) will not actually fully deliver the energy to the bones and joints because the tendons have not been trained. The greatest way I have found to strengthen the tendons is doing heavy singles if you regularly do heavy singles, and by heavy I mean 90-95% of your max your tendons get worked extremely hard. You'll see body builders all huge but actually alot weaker despite the appearance. It's from training in that 50% max range for reps. Another book that greatly touches on the subject is "Dinosaur training" I highly recommend that book for anyone looking to develop some serious strength.
Great Info
This HAD to happen. ❤️
Two of my favorites collabing, I love it!
Exactly the video I wanted when I needed it. My man.
So so happy to be watching this channel and taking on ideas and training philosophies from such a fantastic teacher!!!!! Thanks, Bioneer and kneesOverToesGuy
Great video❤
As a Arm Wrestler I can say tendons, ligaments and joints are much more important than just muscles
I was 134 kg. Kind of a strongman guy. I could be play futsal and be fast on my feet, and I cycled up hills for way too long before my before my body(mostly back) gave up on me and I had to down size and I swear by over coming isometrics. I can probably fix 99.9 of my issues with yoga.
How do you train those tendons
Really appreciate the practical concepts of tendons training and what you and Ben Patrick are doing.
One thing I found worth to mention to avoid confusions here. The force is not "traveling" between muscles and tendons. The amount of *force* that muscles and tendons experience is always exactly same per Newton's Third Law. What you are talking about is the level of lengthening for muscles and tendons under the (same) force. I see the point of stretching muscles as mush as possible, so they aren't elastic anymore. Once a muscle reached its max length then a tendon is becoming more elastic in compare to the already over-stretched muscle. And by doing this we can stretch the tendon farther and make it more resilient over time. Still the stretched muscle experiences same force as tendon at any given moment of time and hopefully it won't tear.
Now when we have an impact on our body (e.g. landing after a jump), properly prepared tendons will increase the time of the absorption of this impact by their lengthening beyond what muscles could. And per the Newton's Second Law, it will decrease the overall force that tendons and muscle are experiencing in order to mitigate the impact. But again, at any given configuration, it's gonna be the same force on both tendons and muscles. This means no matter how "strong" (against tearing) tendons are, they won't protect muscles from damage. They really has to be elastic to work as an additional "buffer" of lengthening.
Hope this makes sense.
P.S. I'm not a PT/kinesiologist/doctor and these are my naive thoughts.
Nice I've been unknowingly training my tendons by adding unorthodox movements, increased rep ranges and knees over toes squats
Awesome, man!! Commenting here to increase the engagement!
Bioneer + Kneesovertoesguy + Strengthside would = the Fountain of Youth.
Fantastic video! Surely one I'll be coming back to time and again for reference! Thanks, Adam and crew!
I remember that the fastest results I got when running is when I used to push extremely hard against the ground, trying to make the longest strides and the highest airtime on purpose. Within three months I nearly 1.5x my speed and the heel tendon pain just went away. I now realise that I was just training tendons really hard, needless to say I will be applying such style of training to upper body movements going forward.
Great video, thanks to Bioneer and Ben for the content they share!
amazing what an athlete I could have been along with so man others if we didnt have idiots for coaches growing up. Most people I knew quite sports because of pain an injury, prevention was never a focus only trophies none of us can remember now.
Great video,
Fantastic information you shared.
Thank you
the collab everyone needed.
I've been following KOTG's stuff and using a lot of his programming/movements.. but this gives some more info on the how and why it works! Love this content!
Dude!!! Thank you for this. I’ve been looking for good resources on this exact subject
Thank you so much. I was asking for tendon training and i got it.
So the take away is more time under tension and slow motion contraction. Plus bounce.
Great video! Would love the video about walking that you mention at the end.
As for the nutrition you dont need any fancy supplements for collagen minerals etc, but simply eat afew ounces of liver and bone marrow a few times a week. It brought my entire physical abilities to another level.
T. 39y/o guy whos been lifting for 17 yrs
Thank you so much for all your very good work it has made a bigly difference in my life
As an avid hiker I highly recommend Copenhagen Planks for knee work. Tendon strength/resilience is necessary for getting up a mountain and knees are crucial.
What great and informative Chanel keep up the great work
This is truly a amazing video, bro
Lovely work mate!
Fantast material, once again, mate.
Great collaboration between two Masters ...