Dr. Kelly Starrett — The Magic of Movement and Mobility | The Tim Ferriss Show

The podcast hosted by Tim Ferriss.

A TV series that Kelly Starrett highly recommends, watched while sitting on the floor.

A portable slackline device, the size of a large brick, that is squishy and allows for balance training in various locations like a kitchen.

Japanese hot springs used for recovery by Tim Ferriss and his group after intense skiing, often combined with cold baths for contrast therapy.

Used as an example of an easily accessible step counter that can track daily non-exercise activity, which is linked to improved sleep.

A physical therapy test where an individual stands up from a chair, walks 10 meters, turns around, and sits back down, used to measure power and indicate fall risk.

An exercise that involves rounding the back and slowly bending over, discussed as a simple isometric movement for achieving global flexion of the spine, despite historical controversy about rounding the back.

A concept by Peter Attia, suggesting specific functional metrics to aim for to ensure quality of life and physical capability at 100 years old, like being able to squat or lift a grandchild.

A concept or method focused on improved breathing for better health and performance, aligning with historical yogic practices.

A list of fruits and vegetables known for higher pesticide exposure, used to guide consumers on which produce to buy organic.

A fitness program discussed in the context of critics challenging its real-world applicability of high-intensity training, suggesting a focus on functional movement beyond mere work output.

Famous fighter who introduced the O2 Trainer to Tim Ferriss and taught specific breathing exercises for frontal and back breathing, emphasizing their benefits for back soreness.

An expert in breathwork, whose influence led Kelly Starrett to focus more on breathing mechanics.

Credited with the '800-gram challenge' idea, focusing on expanding the diet by eating 800 grams of fruits and vegetables daily for improved health and satiety.

A renowned throws coach in history, who advised athletes to focus more on their sport-specific throws rather than solely on gym strength, as they are 'probably strong enough.'

An influential coach who used the airport scanner test to illustrate how poorly the average adult performs overhead movements, questioning the necessity of Olympic lifting for everyone.

Legendary martial artist, whose style is referenced when discussing isometric exercises—creating tension without moving the joint or tissue.

Author of a great book on breathing, recognized for his contributions to the understanding and importance of breathwork.

Author of 'Deep Nutrition,' who noted the drastic reduction in dietary diversity of fruits and vegetables in modern American diets.

Of California Strength, known for his mantra 'never do nothing,' emphasizing consistent, even minimal, daily physical activity.

One of the most famous hammer throwers of all time, mentioned for his impressive front squat and 400-meter run, showcasing both strength and conditioning.

A famous big-wave surfer, whose analogy about surfing being 90% paddling is used to illustrate that effective skiing in backcountry is mostly about sliding uphill.

Founder of Shopify, whom Tim Ferriss first met in 2008 and became an advisor to. He is credited with building a remarkable e-commerce platform.

A performance coach, DPT, co-founder of The Ready State (formerly MobilityWOD), and author known for his work in performance therapy and self-care. He is celebrated for his mobility despite his large physical build.

Co-founder of The Ready State and co-author of 'Built to Move' with Kelly Starrett. She is a former U.S. national and world champion in extreme whitewater racing and a successful businesswoman.

Author of 'Muscles and Meridians,' who suggests that sitting on the ground helps tune the body by resetting hips and maintaining key ranges of motion.

Mentioned for his 'Centenarian Games' concept, which proposes metrics for physical capabilities people want to maintain at age 100, such as squatting or lifting a grandchild.

A friend mentioned who uses the analogy of a bathtub drain to explain how the lymphatic system works and how movement helps prevent congestion.

Former U.S. national gymnastics team coach, who incorporated exercises like controlled cross-legged sitting and standing for lateral knee and leg strength.

A coach who created 'the old man test,' a simple balance challenge involving putting on socks and shoes while standing on one leg.

Referred to as 'Edo Portal,' for prescribing simple hanging exercises to improve shoulder health.

An amazing coach from Northern California, a record-holder in Olympic weightlifting, who helped Tim Ferriss strengthen end ranges of motion, particularly for overhead positions.

StrongFirst founder, who spoke about 'breathing behind the shield,' emphasizing localized breathing for stability under load.

Known as 'The Iceman,' his methods related to breath and cold exposure are acknowledged as influential in the growing interest in breathwork.

A strongman and powerlifter, mentioned as an example of an incredibly strong person who initially lacked basic mobility (couldn't put on a shoe without assistance), highlighting fitness blind spots.

The windy location where Tim Ferriss is recording the podcast introduction.

A northern island of Japan where Tim Ferriss and Kelly Starrett are skiing, experiencing extremely cold temperatures and deep powder snow.

Mentioned as a common tool used to 'beat the crap out' of the upper back for thoracic mobility, implying its overuse or improper application without fundamental movement restoration.

A respiratory resistance device and mouthpiece, introduced by Bas Rutten, used for breathing exercises with progressive resistance. Clinical data supports its role in reducing lower back pain.

A smart mattress cover that allows users to adjust the temperature of their sleeping environment, providing optimal temperature for better sleep. It features Dual Zone temperature control and tracks health/sleep metrics without a wearable.

A platform designed for entrepreneurs to sell anything anywhere, providing resources once reserved for big business. It offers online store building, sales management tools, and integrations without needing coding experience.

A stationary bike discussed in the context of intense training; users should consider offsetting its high-intensity nature with non-exercise activity like walking for better recovery and tissue health.

A fast-casual restaurant chain where adding beans to a bowl is suggested as an easy way to increase fiber and vegetable intake for the '800 grams' guideline.

Co-founded by Kelly and Juliet Starrett, it began as MobilityWOD in 2008 and has transformed the field of performance therapy and self-care. It provides resources for movement and health.

The original name of The Ready State, founded in 2008, which focused on transforming performance therapy and self-care.

A database of biomedical literature, where Tim Ferriss found studies on respiratory resistance devices and their effect on lower back pain.

Abbreviation for California Strength, known through Dave Spitz, for a philosophy of consistent training even in small amounts.

A New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller authored by Kelly Starrett, focused on restoring range of motion and improving biomotor output for performance.

A bestseller authored by Kelly Starrett, focused on optimizing running mechanics and preventing injuries.

Kelly and Juliet Starrett's new book, subtitled 'The 10 essential habits to help you move freely and live fully,' which emphasizes basic, accessible movement behaviors for durability and long-term health.

A book by Philip Beach, mentioned for its concept that sitting on the ground helps the body's self-tuning processes, such as hip alignment and maintaining range of motion.

An all-in-one nutritional supplement containing approximately 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole-food sourced ingredients, including probiotics, prebiotics, digestive enzymes, and adaptogens.