EP30: Optimizing Mobility and Performance in Sports with Urban Therapist Blake Barns

The Sportsclusive Podcast

In this new episode, Kenneth is joined by Blake Barnes, a passionate advocate for optimizing mobility and improving athletic performance through urban therapy.

Blake shares his unique journey from being a fitness enthusiast to delving into the world of massage therapy and soft tissue therapy. You will discover how intentional training and mobility work can make a significant difference in enhancing strength and preventing injuries in sports. With his business focusing on results over relaxation, Blake provides valuable insights into the importance of warming up and dynamic stretches that can lead to more efficient workouts. Say goodbye to the muscle pain or the stiff feeling by tuning in with Blake and Kenneth today!

KEY POINTS:

• Blake’s journey from fitness enthusiast to massage therapy and soft tissue therapy

• The significance of intentional training and mobility work for athletes

• The importance of warming up and dynamic stretches in enhancing performance

• Challenges and the role of often-neglected muscles in workouts

• Strategies for optimizing mobility and preventing injuries

• The connection between soft tissue therapy and improved athletic performance

QUOTABLES:

“I'm still intentional if I'm working on a certain muscle group. But, with my business, the main thing I would like to look at is how I'll do assessments. Those are the three services — focused therapy, deep tissue, and stretch sessions.” – Blake Barnes

GUEST RESOURCES:

Blake Barnes

Website | www.urbantherapyrecovery.com

IG | themelanatedtherapist

TikTok | urbantherapy

RESOURCES:

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IG - @tiberius519 | www.instagram.com/tiberius519

The Sportsclusive Podcast is edited by EPYC Media Network (visit at https://www.epyc.co/)