The Elevation podcast

Taking Fitness, Wellness, and Performance to another level. Understanding the spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical -- all play a role in the process of Elevation. Each week we will provide you with ways to become the best version of yourself through interviews, rants, and rambles.

The Yin & Yang of Exercise 07/20/2023

The Yin & Yang of Exercise In this episode Peter discusses the ideal balance needed between the branches of the autonomic nervous system and how exercise can be used to create balance or potentially create imbalance in our systems. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/27518796

12 pounds in 12 weeks, Barefoot Training & Foot References. 06/24/2023

12 pounds in 12 weeks, Barefoot Training & Foot References. In this episode of the Elevation podcast , some of the staff members sit down to chat about the following topics: Foot references during training. On boarding for new Training clients. Specialty training methods to alter body composition. Barefoot Training. Strength training for jiu jitsu, and more. We hope you enjoy the episode. Please leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with your friends! /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/27255564

Split Squats, Slant Boards & Paying Respect to your mentors, w/Mike Robertson. 06/20/2023

Split Squats, Slant Boards & Paying Respect to your mentors, w/Mike Robertson. In this episode Peter Lombardi sits down with co-owner of IFAST University, Mike Robertson to discuss Maintaining integrity w/Small Group Training. Online Training & the future of the fitness industry. Slant boards. The R7 model for program design. Power training for the general population. Social Media overload .... and more. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/27206655

Fluid Dynamics & Lever Systems w/Greg Hawthorne 02/28/2023

Fluid Dynamics & Lever Systems w/Greg Hawthorne In this episode Peter sits down with Greg Hawthorne of Thorne Training and Therapy ; Topics include: *Muscular principles of programming. *Training young athletes. *A deeper understanding of muscle contraction and force generation. "It's not all about actin and myosin.'' *Fluid dynamics and lever systems. *Manipulation of gravity and ground reaction force in side-lying positions. *Gait as a means to improve relative motion and reduce tensions. *Foam rolling to reduce concentric orientations. We hope you enjoy the show, please leave us a 5 star review ! ALL TRAINERS AND COACHES! Pick up his Muscular principles of programming course today to learn more about the topics covered in the cast. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/26080434

Biomechanics, Business, & The Standard Allopathic approach w/ Shaun Astorga. 12/27/2022

Biomechanics, Business, & The Standard Allopathic approach w/ Shaun Astorga. This weeks guest is Shaun Astorga , physical therapist based out of New Jersey and Creator of AMP Education. In this episode Shaun & Peter discuss: *Exercise narratives around Infant Development. *Thoughts on PRI & Layers of compensation. *Genetic biases & how they influence movement & program design strategies. *Wide vs. Narrow Archetypes. *Fluid Dynamics & the Expansion/Compression model. *Axial Skeletal presentations &implications associated with each. *Short comings of the standard allopathic approach and more! /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/25435305

Client Defined Exercise Prescription w/Vincent Carvelli 12/13/2022

Client Defined Exercise Prescription w/Vincent Carvelli Peter sits Down with Vincent Carvelli, the founder of the Academy for Personal Training Education and discuss The current condition of the fitness industry. They touch on the lack of "buy in" in the industry, what makes a "good" trainer, and how to raise industry standards. They also discuss Biomechanics and Vincent answers the question; What is biomechanics? Topics such as force, effort, application, and intention are all touched upon in this episode. Please give us a 5 start review and help us grow the cast! See you in the gym/lab. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/25312983

The concept of Self Organization w/ Alex Effer 12/07/2022

The concept of Self Organization w/ Alex Effer This episode is filled with gems! Peter and Alex sit down and discuss topics such as : -Integrating Gait into their training models. -Programming for Relative Motions vs. Orientation. -Heel lifts. -Constraint Based training. -The concept of Self Organization. -Inhalation/Exhalation and corresponding Joint Mechanics. And much more. We hope you enjoy the episode, please leave us a 5 star review and help us grow our podcast! /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/25259148

The value of Pronation & the Flow Motion Model w/Gary Ward 11/20/2022

The value of Pronation & the Flow Motion Model w/Gary Ward Peter and Gary discuss the value of pronation in the human body and how an individual who presents with "too much" pronation may actually need to introduce more pronation into the system to improve. Other topics include: Knees over toes. The flow motion model. Wedge work, and more. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/25074321

Dr. Pat Davidson on Fitness, Fatherhood, and "taking shit". 08/05/2022

Dr. Pat Davidson on Fitness, Fatherhood, and "taking shit". Peter Sits down with Dr. Pat Davidson to discuss Fitness , Fatherhood, and more. Some of this episodes topics include: -The evolution of the fitness industry. -Archetypes, ISA's, and Left AIC's. -The lack of critical thinking in the fitness industry. -The difference between the fast & the slow brain. -Programming for High ground vs. Low ground athletes. -Fatherhood & taking shit. We know you are going to love this episode, please give us a 5 star review and follow Dr. Pat & Peter on Instagram. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/23966892

Q & A w/ Peter, Christina, Alex & Dr.Frank 07/20/2021

Q & A w/ Peter, Christina, Alex & Dr.Frank In this episode we sit down and answer some questions submitted via our social media. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/19869047

Health Freedom 4 ALL w/ Dr. Tommy John 05/10/2021

Health Freedom 4 ALL w/ Dr. Tommy John We hope you enjoy this engaging dialogue between Peter & Dr. Tommy John as they sit down and discuss the importance of maintaining our medical freedoms. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/19039790

Critical Thinking w/ Dr. Larry Palevsky 03/10/2021

Critical Thinking w/ Dr. Larry Palevsky Dr. Palevsky is a licensed pediatrician, who utilizes a holistic approach to children’s wellness / illness.He received his medical degree from the NYU School of Medicine in 1987,his clinical experience includes working in pediatric emergency & intensive care medicine, in-and out-patient pediatrics ,neonatal intensive care medicine,newborn & delivery room medicine, conventional, /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/18273611

3 Exercises to avoid in the gym. 02/18/2021

3 Exercises to avoid in the gym. In this episode Alex & Peter throw out 3 exercises they rarely/Never do with clients. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/18001199

HPV & FLU Shot Awareness. 11/03/2020

HPV & FLU Shot Awareness. This episode is filled with wisdom and experience, we hope we are able to plant some seeds. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/16666145

o23 Coaching w/ Brian Costello 10/26/2020

o23 Coaching w/ Brian Costello If your a coach looking for guidance & mentorship I suggest you look into Brians Coaching Systems at /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/16548944

From Trainer to Coach w/ Mike Ryan 09/13/2020

From Trainer to Coach w/ Mike Ryan There is a huge difference between a trainer and a coach, in this episode Mike beautifully describes the difference between the two. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/15992456

Consciousness Rising w/Steve Cotter & Peter Lombardi. 08/19/2020

Consciousness Rising w/Steve Cotter & Peter Lombardi. Steve Cotter is back and this time Peter and Steve sit down to discuss something a little more important than fitness industry and kettlebells. This episode Steve shares his Eclectic Knowledge base with us on topics such as : *The Globalist mentality. *The Truth Behind Covid-19. *The education system & what needs to change about it moving forward. *Why Trump may Ultimately be the best man to save America. *JFK's Murder & 9/11 , a possible "inside" job. *What the future looks like for our children. *The integration of the man & the machine. and much more.... /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/15677114

Open the New York State Fitness Industry now! 07/09/2020

Open the New York State Fitness Industry now! In this podcast we sit down with Charlie Cassara , the leader of the New York Fitness Coalition. After being removed from phase 4 and left out indefinitely from the re-opening plans, Charlie organized the NYFC to file a class act law suit to open all New York Gyms now! /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/15150641

Staying Positive in Challenging Times 05/11/2020

Staying Positive in Challenging Times In this episode of the Elevation podcast Peter sits down w/ Steve Rizzo & Alex Karris to discuss : -Dealing w/ Uncertainty. -Taking Responsibility for Your health. -Dealing w/ Challenging situations. -Positive Decision Making. - And Much more..... /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/14368196

5G, Infant Development & The Hero's Journey w/ Warren Williams 05/01/2020

5G, Infant Development & The Hero's Journey w/ Warren Williams This podcast is informative and insightful. Coach Warren delivers a lot of information to help us develop into the best version of ourselves. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/14226701

Positive Mental Attitude 03/23/2020

Positive Mental Attitude In this episode Peter sits down w/ Motivational speaker Steve Rizzo. In these confusing & uncertain times laughter will still pose as the best medicine. Peter & Steve open and close with some Jerky Boys imitations. In addition, Steve shares with us 3 common success strategies for us to practice ourselves and share with our families to facilitate a positive mental attitude. Steve tells us why we are the creator of our lives and how we need to manage our minds and the challenging situation we are dealing with today. We discuss The importance of having an attitude of gratitude and why Unleashing your "Humor Being" is imperative to optimal health and vitality. Steve and I really hope you enjoy the episode. Love and chi Peter /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/13671473

The Cure is in Prevention w/ Dr. Larry Palevsky & Dr. Alan Sherr 03/16/2020

The Cure is in Prevention w/ Dr. Larry Palevsky & Dr. Alan Sherr In this episode Peter sits down w/ Pediatrician Larry Palevsky & Doctor of Chiropractic Alan Sherr. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/13560020

You Cannot Give What you Do NOT Have 02/13/2020

You Cannot Give What you Do NOT Have This episode Peter takes A dive into the 8 Foundation Principles of Health and why a health 'I"creates a healthy "WE". /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/13142078

Cryology w/Alexa Frisch 02/10/2020

Cryology w/Alexa Frisch In this episode Peter, Alex and Rob sit down w/ Alexa Frisch the owner of Cryology LI to discuss Sauna Therapy, Cryotherapy, the use of salt therapy for respiratory issues and more. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/13096379

The Rising Man w/ Jeddy Azuma 01/20/2020

The Rising Man w/ Jeddy Azuma In this episode Peter sits down with Jeddy Azuma , Mentor of Men & creator of The Rising Man Podcast. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/12818636

Eldoa RX 01/10/2020

Eldoa RX Anthony is the creator of Eldoa Rx. Anthony has a back round in exercise science and is a student of French Osteopath Guy Voyer. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/12683777

Powerlifting For the People w/Coach John Gaglione 12/30/2019

Powerlifting For the People w/Coach John Gaglione This episode we sit down with elite powerlifter & world renowned strength coach John Gaglione, owner of Gaglione Strength located in Farmingdale , NY. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/12562880

Squats, Overhead Presses & Exercise for Brain Health w/ John Petrizzo 12/11/2019

Squats, Overhead Presses & Exercise for Brain Health w/ John Petrizzo In this episode Peter and Alex sit down with Starting Strength Coach & Physical Therapist John Petrizzo to "shoot the shit" about the Fitness Industry & Exercise science. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/12368837

Positions Dance Studio w/Kelly Peckholdt. 11/24/2019

Positions Dance Studio w/Kelly Peckholdt. This episode we sit down with fellow local small business owner Kelly Peckholdt of Positions Dance Studio Located in Babylon Village NY. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/12154619

Uncertainty : A key to success 11/18/2019

Uncertainty : A key to success Part 3 of a 3 part series, world famous comedian and motivational speaker Steve Rizzo weighs in on embracing uncertainty for success in business and personal life. /episode/index/show/elevationpodcast/id/12077105

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