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Scott Spencer

@theworkingbody

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I help men over 40 beat pain & get a leaner, stronger, athletic body for life. Hurt less - Achieve more.
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Sitting all day? Give this flow a try. Pick your favourites and repeat them a few times - with control. After a few minutes you’ll soon feel like your flexible self :) #shoulderpain #postureexercises by @theworkingbody

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3 years ago

At 21 I had one job, no commitments and I could come and go as I pleased.
At 48 (nearly 49), I have 3 jobs, 2 kids, 1 wife, a broken back, and an infinite number of responsibilities.

That said: Like a car... NEVER totally judge something or someone by the bodywork - it’s what’s under the hood that makes it tick and get it through its MOT.

I come from a ‘fat’ family tree. I will say this: As a kid from a single-parent family - a calorie deficit (plus poor quality food) was the ‘norm’. ‘Happy shopper’ made up the tins on the cupboard, and cheap mircowave dinners were a regular thing.

Even as a kid, I valued quality food, so whenever possible I used to swap out my ‘free’ school meal for my friends healthy salad. I made smart, consistent choices.

I’ve always valued health and wellness, because I see the trail of destruction ignoring it, or postponing taking action can directly and indirectly negatively impact on lives.

Sure... bad luck is everywhere and so are nasty, unjustified curve balls in life - but if you give yourself a chance, you can push on and live life regardless.

Remember, I am NOTHING SPECIAL... just making smart choices whenever I can, and leading by example... oh and having fun too!! #consistency #fitnessconsistency #healthconsistency #fitover40 #fitover50 #menshealthmagazine #ironmaster by @theworkingbody

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3 years ago

Limited time & space? Invest in great equipment.

In the time it takes to travel to a gym, you can have your workout done, PLUS you are not waiting on anyone else.

Sure, if you like the vibe of a gym, go for it... but it still doesn’t hurt to utilise what they have to save your time.

One of my primary goals for clients is to ‘make workouts happen’... basically, eliminate the excuses, maximise results and convenience.... that’s a key part of the consistency framework.

For this reason (and many others), I’ve told my clients about the Super Bench from @ironmasterusa @ironmaster_uk and it is THE most used piece of equipment in my gym, for rehab and training sessions with clients.

Anyway, think outside the box and you’ll get excellent results if you know what you’re doing. If you don’t... hire a coach until you do :) #beanironmaster #onlinecoach #fitover50 #smartworkouts #fullbodyworkout by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

Some grounds rules...

Make sure your band is of good quality. I’m using a 50 - 125 lb pull up resistance band here.

Make sure your kettlebell is of great quality, and for a progression bonus... ensure it is adjustable. The @ironmaster_uk and @ironmasterusa kettlebell is THE best and most reliable adjustable KB I’ve used... and I’ve tried them all.

The video shows REAL pace. Be controlled, and tempo matters. Slow it down is my general advice.

Finally... this will fry your shoulders. Keep good posture, and brace the core. Enjoy :) #shoulderworkout #kettlebellworkout #onlinecoach #athomeworkouts #fitover50 by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

Be good to yourself and get your summer body for free* (*all it cost’s is effort & consistency)

I’ve supplied ALL the coaching and I’ll be like your virtual ‘minder’ to ensure you look after yourself with my mindset coaching on top of the nutrition and workout plan that get-your-goals.

All I ask is that you follow the plan if you request one of the free digital copies.

I’ll be back online soon :) #onlinecoaching #reallifecoach #fitover50 #personaltrainer by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

So it might look like a dog with an itchy butt move... but this will have your lower back feeling the dog-n*ts!!

Give it a shot and say bye-bye to lower back pain and stiffness. Mobility can be fun after all :) #happyback #lowerbackpain #mobility by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

In NO particular order...

The following experts can reshape your mental and physical health. Note: I have no association, just sharing the love, knowledge and respect.

You only get one body, so look after it with the best advice. IMO the following list will deliver results IF you act on what they coach to you through their content.

@defrancosgym offers soo many gems in his podcast, it’s impossible to pick one to mention here. He’s advanced in his knowledge, but simple in his delivery. His advice simply works.

@benbrunotraining is the man! He makes me laugh, plus some of his simple explanations of what is made complex by everyone else is a game-changer... IF you listen and act on what he says.

@redefiningstrength has been on my radar for years, and I often link out her work to clients. Good, honest advice, delivered in an easy-to-view format.

@gunnarfitness is a legend! He is the king of unique equipment and a world of knowledge. He thinks outside the box, and seems like an absolutely wonderful, straight-talking dude. I say it as I see it.

For more detail read my comment…. 👌 by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

On holiday? No equipment? No worries... abracadabra... an athletic leg workout :)

6 side skaters > Into > 6 cossack squats.
Repeat the above for 60 seconds.
Rest for 60 seconds.
Repeat the above for a total of 6 minutes! #simpleworkout #holidayworkout #onlinecoach #bodyweightworkout by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

Footballers/soccer players are great with their ball skills on and off the pitch 😜

England V Spain in the #euro2024 final will be fun for my boys to watch…. Popcorn and pretzels are all ready to go.

In the meantime, here’s a core workout using a ball… original (not!) but seems appropriate 😊 #core #coreworkout #onlinecoach by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

Don’t let your core routine become one dimensional.

The core as I define it, actually includes everything from your arms to your legs, front and back!

This routine hits ALL of those areas.

The hollow holds are quite a traditional exercise.

The Sprinter Side Plank less so, but really works the obliques, back stabilisers and the ad/abductors.

The Press Plus Plank not only works the core, but it also works the ‘shark muscles, ‘boxer muscles’ OR for the geeks, the Serratus Anterior.

The superman/woman works the back extensors as well as the glutes and hamstrings... but to be honest, it works EVERYTHING on the back of your body.

Put this lot together and you’ll have yourself a 360° strong ‘core’ #coreworkout #serratusanterior #fitover50 #onlinecoach by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

Great leg day circuit here :)

Dynamic movements, plus isometric-type movements (non moving!) will get your body working through a full range of motion, PLUS creating muscle tension without movement.

Add in the explosive squat jumps and you have a plyometric element added in as well.

This all sounds a bit geeky, but basic translation... it’s a challenging, but rewarding circuit.

Best of all, it requires just one set of dumbbells. Pick a weight that challenges you, but allows you to build up the rounds of circuits without having to drop the weight.

I’m using the excellent adjustable dumbbells from @ironmasterusa @ironmaster_uk
#beanironmaster #onlinecoach #legday #fullbodyworkout by @theworkingbody

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2 years ago

3 foam roller movements that hit the spot and keep you riding on smoothly throughout your day.

Love or hate the idea of foam rolling, MOST people (including me) find them instantly relaxing, therapeutic and they also can get me ready to go for a training session.

That’s quite an array of positives for such a simple concept of rolling on a piece of foam.

I have my favourite rollers, but regardless, these exercises work well with almost any type of soft to medium firmness roller.

The last foam roller exercise - Calf ‘flossing’ is a really nice one.

When you find a trigger point (feels like a knot), then pumping the foot up and down with contract and relax the calf, and this will intensify and de-intensify the uncomfortable feeling on the points.

This technique works well to TEMPORARILY desensitise the area and potentially offer more range of motion with less tightness and maybe even discomfort. This is a bonus for your training needs, or maybe even allow you to walk normally and just ‘feel better’ for a period of time.

Don’t underestimate the power of simply doing stuff to temporarily ‘feel good’ :) #onlinecoach #fitover50 #foamrolling by @theworkingbody

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