WHO IS ALEC OLIVER?
Alec Oliver is the founder and CEO of SQAI, a fitness technology company pioneering wireless EMS training. With a mission to bring high-efficiency, low-impact workouts to everyone, Alec combines technology and sports science to help users maximize muscle activation while protecting their joints.
In this episode, discover how EMS can:
• Recruit up to 90% of muscle fibers in just 20 minutes
• Reduce joint strain and injury risk
• Help older adults maintain balance and mobility
• Support recovery after injuries
• Boost calorie burn for 48 hours post-workout
• Improve VO₂ max and cardiovascular health
• Deliver results comparable to 2 hours at the gym—without the wear and tear
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Chapters:
00:00 – What is EMS and how it works
01:32 – Reducing wear and tear on joints
02:41 – Why EMS benefits older adults
03:11 – Fast-twitch muscle fibers and fall prevention
04:35 – Stronger muscles vs. vulnerable joints
05:16 – Eliminating repetitive strain with EMS
06:14 – Overtraining vs. efficient workouts
07:18 – Recruiting up to 90% of muscle fibers
09:07 – Active movement for maximum results
11:27 – Correcting muscle imbalances
12:06 – Injury recovery and muscle stimulation
13:15 – Research on EMS and weight loss
15:09 – Calorie burn during and after EMS sessions
16:40 – Using EMS for cardiovascular conditioning
19:56 – VO₂ max and longevity
20:30 – Cardio benefits for older adults
22:16 – Alec’s first EMS experience and results