The KRUSE ELITE Podcast

Taylor Kruse
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The KRUSE ELITE Podcast Podcast

We combine the science of strength and conditioning with the tools of applied neuroscience so you can squash your pains and make gains. 

  1. Learning Applied Neurology as a Chiropractor with Dr. Shaun Puro

    AUG 24

    Learning Applied Neurology as a Chiropractor with Dr. Shaun Puro

    Have you ever been in a position where you felt responsible for helping someone in pain and yet you didn't feel confident in your tools or your process?   Today, I speak with one of our members and Neuro Dojo students, Dr. Shaun Puro about his journey integrating applied neurology into his chiropractic practice. We discuss the tools he used as a chiropractor and the internal conflict he had when his techniques would help some people and not others. We talk about the transition he had as he began implementing brain-based assessments and exercises with his patients, how it was overwhelming at first but ultimately how he now feels confident that he can help anyone that comes into his life.  We talk about how powerful neuro-education is in getting patients to be committed and personally involved in their healing process. We talk shop about different patient cases and how we use our neuro assessments to pattern patients and more accurately select exercises to target their pain and performance issues. And, we talk about how cool it is to figure out which sensory inputs might be missing for a person that will help them move better and feel better.  Thank you to Neuro Dojo student, Dr. Shaun Puro for sharing your personal and professional journey in learning applied neurology. To work with Shaun, check out his practice: AlternaHealth Solutions, located in Roswell,Ga.Website: https://www.alternahealthsolutions.com/ Facebook: AlternaHealth SolutionsOffice Number: 770-641-9797 If you are tired of feeling like you have no idea what to do or how to improve your movement problems or pain issues, especially if you're a movement professional, be sure to join us and Shaun in our Neuro Dojo course. We only run this program once a year and now is the time.

    60 min
  2. Change Your Brain to ELIMINATE Pain

    AUG 17

    Change Your Brain to ELIMINATE Pain

    Have you tried everything but you're still in pain?  In this episode, I speak with my trusty podcast producer, Tony, about the concept of neuroplasticity and why it's so fundamental to our applied neurology approach for eliminating pain and dysfunction.  I discuss how it's possible to change the function and structure of your brain through training and exercise, and what variables you need to keep in mind in order to create lasting change.  I also discuss the importance of fuel, why exercise alone isn't enough, how to target specific issues based on someone's health and training history, and how plasticity can cut both ways if you're not careful. You can change your brain function to improve your movement and get rid of pain, you just have to use the right targeted approach. Thank you to my podcast idea man and coach, Tony Fowler (Instagram: @tone_reverie) for helping me put together this episode!   Want to dive even deeper?  Want to dive even deeper?  Sign up for our FREE primer for our in-depth Neuro Dojo specialty course. LINK TO FREE NEURO MASTERCLASS Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Follow structured programs to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong even as you age by joining the Strength & Mobility Dojo Restore your brain-body connection by deliberately training your unique nervous system using the neurologic blueprint we provide in our specialty course, the Neuro Dojo

    1h 24m
  3. Easy Neuroscience to LEVEL UP Your Training

    AUG 2

    Easy Neuroscience to LEVEL UP Your Training

    What are some simple ways to incorporate neuroscience into your training?  In this episode, I speak with my trusty podcast producer, Tony, about some of the simplest and highest payoff neuroscience-based exercises and techniques to improve your performance and quality of life.  I discuss the concept of 'clarifying the map' and how drills that target the different systems in the neural hierarchy can solve pain and mobility problems and unlock performance gains that most people from athletes to everyday fitness enthusiasts are leaving on the table.  I give examples of specific drills that target the visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems, discuss how speed is an underrated variable in training, explain why hinge joints like knees and elbows still benefit from rotational training, and underscore the importance of fuel in training, pain-management, and performance.  I also discuss the difference between 'balance' and 'stability' training, why visual training is so resource-intensive, and how training the visual system can actually change your eyeglasses prescription.  This episode is full of actionable tips and discussion that you can use immediately to train your brain to be better equipped to make you move and feel better in all aspects of life.   Thank you to my podcast idea man and coach, Tony Fowler (Instagram: @tone_reverie) for helping me put together this episode! Want to dive even deeper?  Sign up for our FREE primer for our in-depth Neuro Dojo specialty course. LINK TO NEURO-DOJO WEBINAR Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Follow structured programs that integrate applied neurology, mobility and strength training to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong even as you age by joining the Strength & Mobility Dojo Restore your brain-body connection by deliberately training your unique nervous system using the neurologic blueprint we provide in our specialty course, the Neuro Dojo

    1h 11m
  4. The Neuroscience of Massage Therapy

    JUL 12

    The Neuroscience of Massage Therapy

    Why does chiropractic, massage therapy, or foam rolling work for some people and not others?  In this episode, I speak with my podcast producer, Tony, about therapeutic interventions and what is actually happening from a neurological perspective when someone gets a massage or goes to see a chiropractor.  I talk about how manual techniques work at the receptor level and how to use that knowledge to select different techniques to solve problems like back or knee pain.  I also talk about how those same receptors can aggravate sensitivities, and how knowing what receptors are involved can help you find a solution to your problem.  I talk about vibration, sound, light touch, smell, deep tissue massage, trigger point, and more and run them through a neurological filter so that we can understand why what might work magic for some may actually exacerbate problems for others, all in the name of solving tricky and elusive pain and movement issues. Thank you to my podcast idea man and coach, Tony Fowler (Instagram: @tone_reverie) for helping me put together this episode! Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Follow structured programs that integrate applied neurology, mobility and strength training to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong even as you age by joining the Strength & Mobility Dojo Restore your brain-body connection by deliberately training your unique nervous system using the neurologic blueprint we provide in our specialty course, the Neuro Dojo

    1h 25m
  5. The Neurology of Posture with Matt Bush

    JUL 2

    The Neurology of Posture with Matt Bush

    Do you have concerns about rounded shoulders, anterior pelvic tilt, a droopy shoulder or maybe even scoliosis? Or, maybe you have a chronically stiff neck, tight shoulders, and painful low back and you know your posture needs some work.  In today's episode, I speak with one of my very first instructors of applied neurology, Matt Bush, about posture and the neurologic systems responsible for posture. We talk about the way in which you carry yourself posturally is really habitual, reflexive, and involuntary in nature. We talk about how traditional attempts to improve posture are primarily focused on the voluntary aspect of the proprioceptive system - utilizing tools like trigger pointing, foam rolling, and stretching to "release" tight areas or strength training to improve muscle activation. We bridge you into the idea that the muscle tone imbalances you're experiencing are a direct result of deficits in higher order systems. We break down the roles your visual and vestibular system play in maintaining head and body position, balance, spatial awareness and autonomic control so that you can effectively and efficiently hold your posture against gravity. We talk about key brain areas that are responsible for regulating posture control and resting muscle tone so that you can find a sense of balance and equilibrium posturally. And, we dive into some intro level exercises that you can use to begin to improve your posture at the brain-level.  Thank you to my mentor and co-host for today's podcast, Matt Bush, for delivering such an awesome lesson on the neurology of posture. Click below to follow and work with Matt and his team at Next Level Neuro: Website: https://www.nextlevelneuro.com Instagram: @nextlevelneuro Facebook: @nextlevelneuro    Email: Office@nextlevelneuro.com   Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Follow structured programs that integrate applied neurology, mobility and strength training to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong even as you age by joining the Strength & Mobility Dojo Restore your brain-body connection by deliberately training your unique nervous system using the neurologic blueprint we provide in our specialty course, the Neuro Dojo

    1h 37m
  6. How to Overcome Chronic Plantar Fasciitis - Karen's Story

    JUN 4

    How to Overcome Chronic Plantar Fasciitis - Karen's Story

    Have you ever dealt with managing chronic pain? Perhaps you've made progress, only to find yourself back in the pain cycle. In this week's episode, I interview Karen Short, one of our own Strength & Mobility Dojo members, to delve into her journey of overcoming chronic plantar fasciitis. Karen and I discuss: The initial strategies she employed to tackle her foot pain and how these evolved into a more holistic, full-body approach. Her thoughtful decision-making process, focusing on what to prioritize rather than overwhelming herself with too many changes at once.  Three crucial steps she took to revamp her lifestyle, which were key to conquering her foot pain. The pivotal mindset shift that enabled her to consistently adhere to the process.  Whether you're dealing with plantar fasciitis or another chronic pain issue, Karen shares invaluable insights on what it takes to overcome chronic pain. Thank you to Strength & Mobility Dojo member, Karen Short for sharing your personal journey in managing plantar fasciitis. To work with Karen, check out her dojo: Website: www.guelphfamilykarate.com Instagram: @fightinggriffinguelph Facebook: www.facebook.com/fgfkarate  Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Follow structured programs to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong even as you age by joining the Strength & Mobility Dojo Restore your brain-body connection by deliberately training your unique nervous system using the neurologic blueprint we provide in our specialty course, the Neuro Dojo

    55 min
  7. The Neuroscience of Yoga and Bodybuilding

    MAY 31

    The Neuroscience of Yoga and Bodybuilding

    What do yoga and bodybuilding have in common?  In this episode, I speak with my podcast producer, Tony, about how you can apply a neuroscience based filter to pretty much any fitness or movement practice to better understand and assess its effectiveness.  I talk specifically about yoga and bodybuilding and how they interact with different systems in the brain and the nervous system and why and in what ways targeting those systems may be beneficial to your health and fitness.  I go over the active/passive gap and discuss the differences between flexibility and mobility, why mindfulness, stretching, and breathing exercises can all target the same region of the brain, and why interoception as found in yoga and bodybuilding is linked to better executive function and decision-making.     Thank you to my podcast idea man and coach, Tony Fowler (Instagram: @tone_reverie) for helping me put together this episode! Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Follow structured programs to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong even as you age by joining the Strength & Mobility Dojo Restore your brain-body connection by deliberately training your unique nervous system using the neurologic blueprint we provide in our specialty course, the Neuro Dojo

    1h 6m
  8. The Neural Hierarchy Pt 3: The Proprioceptive System

    APR 25

    The Neural Hierarchy Pt 3: The Proprioceptive System

    What if an old scar is causing your brain to erroneously map where your body is in space? In Part 3 of a series on the neural hierarchy, I speak with my podcast producer, Tony, all about the proprioceptive system and how our sense of where our body is in space lives not in the body, but rather in the brain. I discuss why the proprioceptive system is closely related to performance and pain, and how this system ties in with the rest of the neural hierarchy to make decisions about movement, balance, mobility and threat.  By understanding how the proprioceptive mental map is made, I show how seemingly unrelated exercises that "clarify the map" can help decrease pain, increase performance, and even lessen things like anxiety and stress. Thank you to my podcast idea man and coach, Tony Fowler (Instagram: @tone_reverie) for helping me put together this episode! Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Follow structured programs to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong even as you age by joining the Strength & Mobility Dojo Restore your brain-body connection by deliberately training your unique nervous system using the neurologic blueprint we provide in our specialty course, the Neuro Dojo

    1h 16m
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We combine the science of strength and conditioning with the tools of applied neuroscience so you can squash your pains and make gains. 

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  • Creator
    Taylor Kruse
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    24
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    © 2023 The KRUSE ELITE Podcast
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