Welcome back to the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast! In today’s episode, I share my thoughts and opinions on the 2021 Monster Energy Supercross season. There is no script or preparation, this is just me, supercross fan to supercross fan, sharing what I liked, disliked, my opinions on the championship winners, the fields of each respective coast, so on and so forth. I hope you enjoy this open mic style podcast, and as always thanks for joining the community and supporting the podcast! The microphone I use - https://amzn.to/3ostLbT Time Codes: 0:36 - Quick thoughts on the riders we train and how they performed 1:34 - 250 West 1:48 - Quick thoughts on the opportunity for privateer riders 3:30 - 250 East 5:33 - 450 Class 6:39 - My thoughts on Cooper Webb 7:54 - My thoughts on Ken Roczen 10:08 - Closing thoughts, looking forward to outdoors For more content like this, be sure to check out my youtube channel Jacob Pennisi MX, and follow me on Instagram @jacob_pennisi! DISCLAIMER: The links provided in this description may be affiliate links, which means that I will receive a small commission if you buy the product through my link. There will be no additional charge to you, this is just the way the videos support me so I can continue to bring you free content!

First and foremost, I open this podcast episode with an explanation as to why I haven’t released an episode in a few months. It’s very big and exciting news, so be sure not to skip the intro of the episode! Welcome back to the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast! In today’s episode, I break down 4 reasons why you should hire a trainer or a personal coach. There are some really valuable pieces of information in today’s episode, so be sure to take notes and re-listen if you’re driving or working out! I also wanted to let you guys know, this podcast has been selected by Feedspot as one of the top 45 motocross podcasts on the internet! Of course I feel very honored to be highlighted alongside so many other incredible content creators! If you haven’t checked out the list, make sure you do! https://blog.feedspot.com/motocross_podcasts/ The microphone I use - https://amzn.to/3ostLbT Time Codes: 1:34 - Reason #1, accountability 4:29 - Reason #2, they will create a customized program that changes as you do 4:42 - Industry SECRET that NOBODY is talking about 5:52 - The movement happening on Instagram 6:50 - It takes a trained eye to sift through all the bull s*** 7:45 - Reason #3, you need someone to challenge you 10:24 - Reason #4, you need someone to educate you 11:25 - Recap of the 4 reasons For more content like this, be sure to check out my youtube channel Jacob Pennisi MX, and follow me on Instagram @jacob_pennisi! DISCLAIMER: The links provided in this description may be affiliate links, which means that I will receive a small commission if you buy the product through my link. There will be no additional charge to you, this is just the way the videos support me so I can continue to bring you free content!

Welcome to the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast!  Motocross is an elite sport, and the way we approach training needs to reflect that. This podcast is meant to be a beacon of clarity that will help you navigate through the challenging realm of strength and conditioning! In today’s episode, we pick up where we left off with periodization for motocross. In part one, I discuss in depth what periodization actually is, and today I apply the linear model of periodization to the Supercross and Motocross season. I hope you find value in this episode! If you’re looking for more content like this, check out my Youtube channel “Jacob Pennisi MX”! It just launched and I’m super excited about it. Time Codes: 1:00 - 450 Premier Class breakdown 2:30 - The best program is written in pencil, not pen 2:40 - The Off-season 5:48 - What we see every year at Anaheim 1 6:50 - The Pre-season 7:33 - Why it’s hard to give a training blueprint 8:10 - Maintenance phase 9:10 - How I would personally structure a training week during the maintenance phase 11:04 - How much of your gains come from the pre-season? 11:55 - Transitioning to the outdoor season 14:20 - Quick recap of key takeaways 16:08 - Focus on building year to year 16:38 - Final thoughts, together we can elevate the sport, thanks for listening!

Welcome to the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast!  Motocross is an elite sport, and the way we approach training needs to reflect that. This podcast is meant to be a beacon of clarity that will help you navigate through the challenging realm of strength and conditioning! In today’s episode, we break down a popular and misunderstood topic. PERIODIZATION! The sport of motocross presents multiple challenges when it comes to programming your entire year of training. The season feels never ending, the off-season is short, and countless people tend to feel as though it's impossible to structure your training in a way that's smart and effective. That's where I step in! I'm here to tell you that it can be done, and hopefully after the next couple of episodes, you'll understand how. I hope you find value in this episode, and stay tuned for part 2! TIME CODES: 1:28 - What to expect in this episode, and in part 2 1:38 - Opening thoughts and important considerations regarding the take home message 3:32 - What exactly is periodization? 4:14 - The 5 phases of periodization 4:20 - Phase 1 5:43 - Phase 2 7:20 - Phase 3 8:25 - Phase 4 9:40 - Phase 5 10:42 - Quick recap of all 5 phases 11:36 - BEFORE you move on to part 2 11:52 - Thank you SO much for supporting the podcast, together we can elevate the sport of motocross! If you love motocross as much as I do, or if you're looking for more content like this, be sure to check out my Youtube channel (Jacob Pennisi MX), as well as follow me on Instagram (@jacob_pennisi)!

Welcome to the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast!  Motocross is an elite sport, and the way we approach training needs to reflect that. This podcast is meant to be a beacon of clarity that will help you navigate through the challenging realm of strength and conditioning! In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into the different types of cycling, and why it’s so prevalent in today’s motocross training culture. My goal is that by the end of the episode, you’ll be able to make an informed decision as to which is right for you, or if you should include cycling into your training program to begin with. See below for an episode outline with time codes! TIME CODES: 1:24 - The two main types of cycling 2:00 - Pros and cons of road cycling 7:35 - Pros and cons of mountain biking 9:54 - Recap and summary of both types of cycling 10:40 - The bottom line, which is better? 11:55 - Why is cycling so prevalent in today’s society? Aldon Baker. 13:45 - Ken Roczen proves there’s more than one right way to do things. 14:48 - Reach out to me on Instagram! @jacob_pennisi If you love motocross as much as I do, or if you're looking for more content like this, be sure to check out my Youtube channel (Jacob Pennisi MX), as well as follow me on Instagram (@jacob_pennisi)!

Welcome to the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast!  Motocross is an elite sport, and the way we approach training needs to reflect that. This podcast is meant to be a beacon of clarity that will help you navigate through the challenging realm of strength and conditioning!  In today's episode, I take a deep dive into whether or not you should lift weights or strength train if you race motocross. Does lifting weights cause arm pump, or make arm pump worse? Do you really need to be strong if you race motocross? Does lifting weights help reduce my chance of injury? I answer all of these questions in the podcast! If you love motocross as much as I do, or if you're looking for more content like this, be sure to check out my Youtube channel (Jacob Pennisi MX), as well as follow me on Instagram (@jacob_pennisi)!

Welcome to the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast!  Motocross is an elite sport, and the way we approach training needs to reflect that. This podcast is meant to be a beacon of clarity that will help you navigate through the challenging realm of strength and conditioning!   Practical training advice and guidance, popular controversial discussion topics, interviews with top professionals, hot takes on motocross current events, you'll find it all in the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast!   Today's episode is meant to help you get to know me, as well as what the future of this podcast entails. If you love motocross as much as I do, or if you're looking for more content like this, be sure to check out my Youtube channel (Jacob Pennisi MX), as well as follow me on Instagram (@jacob_pennisi)!

A little taste of what's to come in the Motocross Strength and Conditioning Podcast! Stay tuned, first episode is premiering soon! Check out jacob_pennisi on Instagram! For direct message and business inquiries, contact me at japennisi@yahoo.com.