The AlignedPosture Podcast

In this episode, we begin our Lift List with Safety Cues series by breaking down key strength-training exercises and explaining how each movement fits into a well-structured workout programme.   Part 1 focuses on identifying whether each exercise is a free weight, fixed resistance, or bodyweight movement, while also highlighting whether it is a compound or isolation exercise. Alongside each lift,...

In this episode I outline the L2 Gym Instructor prep for completing the practical assessment. I mention the different components that make up the session, also giving advice on how to talk through each segment to show confidence to assessors. Give a like or subscribe if you find this helpful. 

Here I outline the L2 Gym Instructor exercises for the Latissimus Dorsi and their safety cues. This is for educational purposes only. 

In this episode of the Aligned Posture Podcast, we explore how the Left AIC pattern can influence the body from the ground up, affecting how we stand, walk, breathe, rotate, and manage tension.   Rather than looking at posture as one isolated issue, I discuss how the position of the pelvis can influence the ribcage, spine, hips, legs and even the neck. When the body becomes biased towards one side...

In this episode of the Aligned Posture Podcast, we explore the Power Grid and how it helps gym instructors choose the right reps, sets, load, and rest periods for different training goals. We break down each level — stability, endurance, hypertrophy, strength, and power — in a simple, practical way, with a focus on safe progression, beginner clients, and assessment confidence.   Perfect for Level...

In this short episode, we break down the Power Pyramid in a simple, beginner-friendly way. You’ll learn how the pyramid moves from stability, to endurance, hypertrophy, strength, and power, and why beginner clients should start with safe technique and control before progressing to harder training zones. This episode is perfect for Level 2 Gym Instructor learners preparing for their practical asses...

In this episode, we explore one of the key ideas behind the PRI methodology: the human body is naturally asymmetrical.   Rather than seeing asymmetry as a problem, we look at how the left and right sides of the body are designed to work differently — and how issues can arise when we get stuck in one posture, one breathing pattern, or one movement strategy.   We discuss how the ribcage, pelvis, dia...

This episode outlines the Deltoid exercises as outlined in the Level 2 Gym Instructor course 

Here I dive into the breakdown of the L2 Gym Instructor practical assesment and key sentances at each stage to ensure a pass. 

Here I outline the types of cardiovascular programming, Long Slow Duration and Interval training.

Here I go over the RPE scale as outlined by Origym for the L2 Gym Instructor course.

I outline the exercises that are tested in the L2 Gym instructor practical. I go through each exercise for the body part outlining the exercise type, e.g. Fixed Resistance, Free Weight, Body Weight and if the movement is an isolation or compound movement.

This episode outlines the Bicep exercises as outlined in the Level 2 Gym Instructor course 

This episode outlines the Tricep exercises as outlined in the Level 2 Gym Instructor course 

Outlining the reps, sets, %rm and rest for the different ranges of resistance exercise

This eppisode covers the Level 2 Gym Instructor Lift list from Origym. This is for my benefit to remember the lift list.