You've probably heard claims about fascia release, myofascial release, and even specific fascia training methods that promise to unlock movement, reduce stiffness, and improve performance.

But what do these terms actually mean and can fascia really be targeted the way many people suggest?

In this video, we take a closer look at the growing conversation around fascia release exercises, modern movement culture, and the ideas popularized by systems like Functional Patterns.

You will see how different training philosophies interpret connective tissue, why certain techniques feel effective, and where the discussion around fascia continues to evolve.

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In this video, I’m responding to some comments that have piled up over the past 6 months about some BOSU ball comments I made.

I break down some data behind BOSU ball training, instability exercises, force production, and why so many people misunderstand what this equipment actually does.

BOSU balls were originally designed for balance training, proprioception, rehab, and fall prevention, not for building strength or muscle. Yet somehow, they became a staple in gyms during the early 2000s “functional training” boom.

I walk through:

• Why EMG data is often misinterpreted
• How instability diverts neural drive away from large motor units
• Why force production and rate of force development matter for strength, hypertrophy, and injury prevention
• Why single-leg training on stable ground beats BOSU ball exercises for real-world stability

If you’re thinking about adding a BOSU ball to your training regime, watch this video first.

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In this video, I break down a 10 month lifting study that compared traditional strength training, plyometrics and sprint training, functional training, and a control group in trained athletes. The researchers tested squat strength, jump height, sprint speed, and change of direction to see which style of training actually improved athletic performance the most.

The results weren’t even close.

But as impressive as the findings were, the study also had some important flaws in how power training and functional training were designed and progressed. I walk you through the raw data, explain what the graphs really show, and break down why strength raises your performance ceiling while skill and explosiveness sit on top of that foundation.

We also dive into concepts like GPP vs SPP, progressive overload, sample size issues, and why “functional” movement without meaningful load often isn’t enough to drive real adaptation.

If you care about getting stronger, faster, and more athletic without falling for flashy fitness trends, this one’s for you.

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