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Babak Owen, former Pro Hockey Strength coach turned entrepreneur, has built a career around his belief that when it comes to fitness, a strong foundation paves the route to success. With his wide-ranging experience - be it with weight training, nutrition, sleep or what's going on inside your head, Babak sees firsthand that a solid foundation is at the root of your performance and has an exponential effect on progress. In his weekly podcast, Babak dives deep into a wide range of relevant topi ...
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Meditation has become a game changer for not just athletes, but for everyone in general. The ability to calm the mind can have a multitude of positive affects on your daily performance. In today's episode I discuss some of the benefits and some options for meditation. Here is a link to my favorite mediation app. www.headspace.com…
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Exercise phase can be a huge make or break for your performance and the results you are looking for. In this episode I go over the important details in what exercises you absolutely need to do. Core Workouts are the most important component of physical strength for athletes. That’s why I built this 12 week core system that I have utilised and back …
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Hydration is one of the most vital components of IN training or IN game performance! From the contraction, all the way to cramping avoidance, hydration is huge! But there are also subtle physiological effects that are also affected by proper hydration levels. In this episode I go over some really important details concerning everything hydration! C…
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Your nutrition game has such a drastic effect on your performance as an athlete, as well as your daily mood, productivity, and overall lifestyle. In this episode I go over some of the key points to keep in mind when you are planning out your nutrition habits and decisions. Core Workouts are the most important component of physical strength for athl…
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Training intensely requires a balance in rest and recovery. This is one of the areas a lot of athletes who are competitive struggle. The need to do MORE always becomes an issue! But what if you are resting and doing more? What if you really just struggle to tie all the pieces together needed to improve your recovery? In this episode I break down re…
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Progress requires patience. But progress isn't patient! Keeping at it is hard, and sprinting to the finish is fatal for progress. The balancing act of it all is what strength coaches are skilled at. In this episode I go over my thoughts on why you need to take your time and progress slowly. Join Whoop Here and get a free strap and month: https://jo…
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Here is part 1 of my 7 part series on things every athlete should do! There is no doubt these are 7 things every athlete should be focusing on in the weight room. The tough past is that most athletes try to over do things before they have a strong grasp on the basics. Does this go for every athlete? no. Is the basics the best way to become elite? i…
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In this the first of a 8 part series on what every athlete should be doing on a regular basis or keeping in mind to help them perform their absolute best. Regardless of the sport you play, these 7 things can make or break your performance. You can check out this full episode on Youtube along with other workout routines and helpful routines here: ht…
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Quite possibly two of the most commonly interchangeable terms depicting a part of your body or area to train are the Core and Abs. Yet, they don't mean the same thing. In today's episode I will breakdown the difference in both of them and why they are important to know. Don't forget to head over to my YouTube Channel and subscribe to see this episo…
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A question I usually ask myself when working with a new client is How do I prevent most injuries? - In this episode I go over the things that usually cause the issues that I look for first when meeting an athlete for the first time! Don't forget to subscribe to my youtube channel! Check out My Companies athlete specific content on our website here!…
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If you are drained and not properly recovered you will, without a shadow of a doubt, have a bad workout. What does that mean? High risk of injury, no results, extreme fatigue and the list goes on and on. - In this episode I talk about the recent moments when I started seeing this in some of my clients. - Have you checked out the essentials content …
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I wanted to speak a bit of the importance of having a good understanding of hip mobility. Regardless of the sport you plan, being able to control your body is vital to your performance and the hips are one of those crucial areas. Check out the Hip Mobility routine here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46MFy726qgA&t=13s…
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Drinking enough water can have a huge impact on the way you body responds to training. Not enough, and you can cramp. too much on the other can do the same thing! It's about striking that balance and in today's episode we dive into exactly how to achieve that balance! Have you ever been so hydrated?? Check out this and other episodes and tips on my…
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How you rehab an injury will dictate how well the recovery is and how likely you will be to avoid another injury! In today's episode I sit down with a massage therapist from Toronto Ontario to discuss his approach to injury rehab using a carefully structured blend of manual and exercise therapy! - You can follow Jonathan Chow on instagram @jonrehab…
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Listening to an episode of the Joe Rogan Podcast, there was a discussion of Training to failure and how much you should be training. I spun that discussion down a different path because I think there is something to be said about training to failure! // In this episode I breakdown my beliefs about training the same muscle group everyday. // https:/…
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Looking to purchase some gym equipment to keep in shape during the quarantine? Or maybe just wanting to change things up from the gym life? One of the toughest things about picking out equipment for a home gym is that there are so many things to pick from and everything is quite pricey!Babak Owen
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If you are getting back into running and want to improve your performance quickly! It's simple. Run shorter distances, and spread them out! This plus many more tips for runners in todays episode Quick tips and routines available on my instagram page www.instagram.com/babakowen Longer form Routines on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtx2m9…
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Are you training to run? or how about just trying to take your health to the next level? Regardless of where you are along that scale, eating like a TOP PERFORMER is one of the most important things you can do! // In today's episode I sit down with Keren Chen, a nutrition expert out of Toronto Ontario to discuss how she uses a unique blend of appro…
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If you struggle with proper running form, your risk of injury goes up very quickly, which is why I will be posting a 5 part series (one episode already posted) about how to master home workouts and in turn, master your movements and manage knee pain!Babak Owen
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One thing that is a positive to taking this time away from the gym is that many of us get to reset! Mind and body complete reset. When it comes to training, this break is giving us a chance to relearn and revisit the biggest moves that had become speed bumps.Babak Owen
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One of the most common questions I get asked when I train anyone from general population to athletes. HOW DO I GET RID OF THIS FAT AROUND MY MID SECTION!!! // The answer is quite simple and the reasoning is relatively frustrating!Babak Owen
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Are you getting you bike fit properly? I think this is one of the biggest factors involved in you struggling with performance and more importantly back pain! In this episode we break down what steps you should take for a proper bike fitting and what you should be looking at when deciding on bike!Babak Owen
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Struggling with shin pain after runs? How's your workout schedule looking right now? Some of the topics I covered in today's Q&A! Have any questions about how to improve your runs? Leave them in the comments section and I will answer them on the next episode!Babak Owen
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As much as I think there are a ton of things every runner should be doing, there are just as many things I know runners always do AND NEED TO STOP! In today's episode I go over the 3 things I truly believe every runner shouldn't ever do!Babak Owen
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If you are training for your runs you need to think about the exercises you incorporate in your routine for two reasons. 1. you don't have the luxury of doing 10 exercises per workout and 2. not every exercise is suited to help runners!babak owen
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In today's episode I discuss the 3 tips I have for anyone looking to get back into the gym scene again, or for the first time! Check out my Youtube channel for more content including functional friday's right here: https://www.youtube.com/user/lagazelle14/videos?view_as=subscriberbabak owen
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With so many individuals getting their workouts in right after work, I usually get asked if it's ok to eat prior to training. There are some issues that you want to make sure you keep in mind before making any decisions about eating right before and we cover this in today's episode!Babak Owen
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In today's episode I sit down with Nathalie Des Rosiers, Owner and Founder of La Comida, a meal prep service in the Montreal Area. Here desire to help people take control of their health with a clean eating has catapulted her to one of the premier meal prep services in the area!Babak Owen, Nathalie Des Rosiers
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This is the time of year when many will head out on long drive to take advantage of the nice weather and get a long bike or hike in! But what is that drive doing to your body? As I have said numerous times, the sitting we do in our day prior to activity can have a drastic effect on the bodies ability to function. In this episode I explore some opti…
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As a runner, over training is one of the high risk areas to absolutely avoid. But does it even exist? In this episode I break apart the over training myth and explain what is really happening and how you can avoid injuries and pain when you are training for your next marathon!Babak Owen
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One of the most vital abilities any athlete or non athlete can have is the ability to move without restriction. In today's episode I sit down with master Essentrics Instructor Gail Garceau to talk about what you can do to improve the way your move and why it can unlock that hidden potential!Babak Owen, Gail Garceau
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If you just started running, you may be feeling some tenderness in the shins. That is totally normal but not something you should ignore. This is the bodies warning sign and you may want to pay attention to that message.Babak Owen
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Every year around this time literally millions take to the streets, tracks, and parks to get some running in. These same individuals will more than likely walk right into some hiccup down the road. So I listen 5 things every runner should keep in mind this season to fend off some of these injuries!Babak Owen
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