1/ Podcast #1: Ido Portal - The Power of Movement by Lewis Howes (@LewisHowes)

This podcast taught me about the difference between stretching and having great mobility throughout the body.

Here are some golden nuggets:

2/ Movement over exercise - movement encompasses a broader range of physical activities compared to exercise.

3/ Diversity in movement - explore different forms like dance, martial arts, etc.

4/ Importance of mobility - having full control over the range of movement compared to flexibility (control at the end range only).

This leads me to the next podcast episode:

5/ Podcast #2: Chris Sommer - The Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training by Tim Ferriss (@tferriss)

I listened to this podcast because it was recommended by my Jiu-jitsu instructor.

My biggest takeaways:

6/ Develop foundational strength - master basic movements (pull-ups, push-ups & core exercises).

7/ Importance of progressive training - increase the difficulty of exercises as your strength and mobility improve. Great for injury prevention.

8/ Consistency is king - regular practice, even in small doses, can lead to significant improvements in mobility and strength over time.

Next I tuned into:

9/ Podcast #3: Dr. Kelly Starett - The Magic of Movement and Mobility by Tim Ferriss (@tferriss)

Finally, I'd recommend this podcast to anyone who wants to optimize their mobility and movement.

This helped me see how people make 3 major mistakes about flexibility and mobility:

10/ Static stretching before workouts - can hinder performance and increase the risk of injury. Perform dynamic warm-ups instead.

11/ Ignoring the importance of hydration and nutrition - maintaining healthy connective tissue needs proper fuel and adequate water intake.

12/ Using incorrect techniques - learn and practice the correct posture for movements, ideally from a reputable coach.

13/ TL; DR: The 3 podcast episodes recommended are :

• Ido Portal - The Power of Movement by Lewis Howes

• Chris Sommer - The Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training by Tim Ferriss

• Dr. Kelly Starett - The Magic of Movement and Mobility by Tim Ferriss