200. John Lindsey: Improving Cycling Potential Through Mobility and Core Work with The Movement Journey

Are you neglecting a crucial aspect of your fitness? In this episode of The Dialed Health podcast, I am joined by John Lindsey from The Movement Journey, to discuss the importance of core work and mobility.

John shares insights into how mobility training and structured core exercises dramatically improved his cycling performance and eliminated back pain on long rides. We also discuss practical tips on mobility work, handstand training, recovery methods, and how to balance strength training with cycling. 

Tune in now to learn how small, consistent efforts in mobility and core work could take your performance to the next level!

Find more from John Lindsey:

Instagram: @themovementjourney

Website: https://trybe.do/MovementJourney 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themovementjourney/ 

Find more from Derek Teel:

Website: https://dialedhealth.com/ 

Instagram: @dialedhealth

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dialedhealth 

What We Discuss: 

00:00:14 - John's journey into mobility training 

05:42 - Differences between mobility and flexibility 

15:22 - Cold plunge and sauna practices 

21:38 - Sleep optimization techniques 

33:15 - Hanging exercises for shoulder health 

36:41 - Transition to cycling and its impact on training 

37:22 - Importance of core work for cyclists 

43:51 - Shrimp squats and Bulgarian split squats for cyclists 

46:19 - Cycling goals and experiences 

48:59 - Pre-race and post-race meal preferences 

53:39 - Using ketones for mental focus during rides 

01:00:47 - Tips for learning handstands