Embody Radio

Blood flow restriction training, also known as occlusion training/BFR, has become increasingly popular in the fitness industry. Today's show features Kusha Karvandi, the man behind BFR Bands. Kusha has an extensive background as a trainer (over 10,000 hours with clients and over 20 nationally recognized certifications) and he also has a unique perspective given his knowledge of neurology. Today's episode is rich with knowledge from Kusha, including: -What does "functional neurology" even mean? -Why proprioception isn't the only signal we should be considering  when it comes to our training -The importance of your vestibular system and vision, and how those may help you upgrade your training to the next level -Easy exercises to start implementing into your training to improve your vestibular and visual acuity -What blood flow restriction training (BFR) is and how it came about -How to properly program BFR (band tightness, volume, load) -Who BFR is and isn't appropriate for  -...So much more! And as a thank you