528 – How To Get The Most Out of Your MedX Machines with Bill Crawford

What do you need to know to get the most out of your MedX machines and give your strength training clients the best possible results?

In this previously members-only episode, we’re featuring award-winning trainer and MedX expert Bill Crawford, the founder of Basic Training in Scottsdale, Arizona.

We go into detail on how to get the most in terms of configuring your machines, optimizing for different client builds and heights, how to coach specific exercises, how to use MedX equipment as a proper selling point for your fitness business, and more.

If you use MedX machines and want to get even more out of them, don’t miss this timeless expert interview with one of the best!

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Show Notes

• 00:00 – Episode Preview
• 04:12 – Q1: Do you recommend a full range of motion / full extension / going to lockout on the MedX Chest Press, Overhead Press, Leg Press, and Seated Dip?
• 05:09 – Q2: Should you do a slow turnaround?
• 06:14 – Q3: Why shouldn’t you go to lockout on an overhead press, specifically?
• 08:52 – Q4: How should you coach leg extensions?
• 12:05 – Q5: Can using a partial ROM have similar benefits to a full ROM?
• 13:56 – Q6: When should you use different grips on the MedX Chest Press?
• 17:50 – Q7: How can you set the seat height optimally?
• 21:34 – Q8: What’s the ideal seat angle for the MedX Leg Press?
• 24:40 – Q9: How can you make the Leg Press more challenging if you’ve maxed out the weight stacks?
• 26:57 – Q10: What are some best practices for setting up the MedX Leg Press?
• 28:31 – Q11: How can you set up the seat on the MedX Adduction/Abduction optimally?
• 31:16 – Q12: How should you introduce the MedX Lumbar Extension and coach a new trainee on it?
• 36:38 – Q13: How should you coach the movement?
• 38:19 – Q14: What are the key differences between the medical and non-medical versions?
• 39:41 – Q15: What’s the difference in price between MedX Medical and the Non-Medical versions?
• 40:20 – Bill talks about critical mistakes that some trainers who use MedX machines make
• 41:21 – Q16: What if you have problems doing a full range of motion on the MedX Rotary Torso?
• 44:39 – Q17: What if my hip flexors spasm before my abs go into fatigue on the MedX Ab Crunch?
• 47:53 – Q18: How can you coach trainees on the MedX Ab Crunch optimally?
• 49:10 – Q19: Are ab crunches ultimately unnecessary?
• 51:54 – Q20: How can you explain to clients the value of working out on MedX equipment versus other exercise machines?
• 59:13 – Q21: How often do you need to replace the Kevlar belts on MedX machines?
• 1:00:13 – Q22: Where can you get replacement parts for MedX Machines?
• 1:02:41 – Q23: What are some best practices and tips for keeping MedX machines in good working order?
• 1:03:32 – Q24: What other client instruction and coaching tips can you give?

People Mentioned & Selected Links from the Episode

• Bill Crawford (Basic Training Scottsdale) | On Facebook | On YouTube | HIB Episodes
• Arthur Jones | Nautilus | MedX | HIB Episodes
• Werner Kieser | Kieser Training | HIB Episodes
• Bill DeSimone | Bill DeSimone on Amazon | Bill on Instagram | Optimal Exercise | Bill’s YouTube channel | Joint-Friendly Fitness YouTube Channel | HIB Episodes
• Jim Flanagan | The Real HIT Experience | HIB Episodes
• Dr. Ted Dreisinger | HIB Episodes
• Dr. Doug McGuff | Official Website | Ultimate Exercise Studio | Body by Science (book) |  The Body by Science Q&A Book | HIB Episodes
• Full Circle Padding
• Mike Petrella | STG Strength and Power | HIB Episodes
• Ryan Hall | Exercise Science LLC | HIB Episodes