Adaptive Resistance Training in 8 Minutes a Week with Mike Pullano of ARX Fit - EP075

Описание: As endurance athletes, we are well aware of the benefits of resistance training but carving out the time can be difficult—and choosing the right weight is often a guessing game. What if there was a way to train in only 8 minutes once a week, using technology that adapts to provide the perfect amount of resistance?

Mike Pullano is the Product and Fulfillment Manager at ARX Fit. ARX is the acronym for ‘adaptive resistance exercise,’ and the Austin-based company builds machines and software that facilitate motorized resistance capable of matching the force of any user for the perfect rep every time. ARX Fit is on a mission to shorten the amount of time it takes to work out and offer the safest and most effective form of resistance training on the market.

Today, Mike shares his personal journey to discovering ARX, explaining how an injury to his Achilles tendon ignited an interest in biomechanics and physiology. He walks us through his initial resistance training protocol, discussing how his routine and performance changed after he transitioned to ARX. Mike describes how the ARX machines work, what differentiates them from the competition, and who can benefit from the resistance training ARX provides. He offers insight around why ARX is billed as the safest way of weight training and how to adapt an ARX workout based on your personal goals. Listen in for Mike’s take on choosing equipment for a studio and learn where to find ARX machines in your area!

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Topics Covered

[1:05] Mike’s journey to ARX

Ballistic training, tore Achilles tendon playing basketball
Studied biomechanics and physiology
Followed 4-Hour Body protocol and it worked
Used early prototype of ARX, blown away in one session

[6:37] Mike’s initial resistance training protocol

Minimum amount for maximum results
A/B routine of 2-3 exercises twice/week
Choose arbitrary weight, go as long as possible

[8:38] Mike’s resistance training goals

Increase weight, reps and time under load
‘Weakest point became ceiling’

[12:20] How the ARX machines work

Adaptive, uses motor vs. static weight
User creates force against motor
Software tracks resistance in real time

[14:11] How ARX changed Mike’s training

Put on 7 pounds of lean muscle mass
Max force output increase of 100-180%
8-minute workout every Thursday

[18:36] The advantages of using an ARX machine

Deeper level of fatigue than weight-stack machine
All benefits of pressing and resisting

[21:40] Mike’s dramatic increase in strength

Numbers on old machines up 20-30%
Added muscle mass (DEXA scan)

[23:13] Who might benefit from using ARX machines

Goal to build muscle mass, bone mineral density
Tendon, ligament stiffness for injury prevention

[25:08] Why ARX machines are the safest way of weight training

Machine moves at speed, range of motion you choose
Removes potential for weight stack to fall on user
Select resistance in moment

[28:43] How to adapt an ARX workout based on personal goals

Simplify, use isometrics for bone density
Positive/pushing only (i.e.: glycogen depletion)
Body builder might choose negative only

[30:44] The scientific studies around ARX

Extensive research on eccentric training

[32:20] How ARX is different from other machines

Best MedX doesn’t adjust to fatigue
ARX provides much value in very small space
Software provides different ways to motivate

[37:40] Mike’s take on choosing equipment for a studio

Tools up to individual practitioner
‘Not just about resistance training’
ARX could serve as foundational piece

[40:06] Where to find ARX machines in your area

Google ARX + your city Studios lease machines