Exercise & FitnessScience-Based Exercise Programming with Physical Therapist Jeff Cavaliere
Physical therapist and strength coach Jeff Cavaliere breaks down the science of effective exercise programming on Huberman Lab. He covers how to structure weekly workouts based on your goals and schedule, from beginner whole-body routines to advanced splits. Key topics include proper warm-ups, active versus passive stretching, injury prevention strategies, and recovery optimization. Cavaliere introduces practical assessment tools like grip strength tests and the "Cavaliere Test" for measuring training effectiveness. He also discusses blending cardiovascular and resistance training, proper exercise form to prevent shoulder and elbow injuries, and simple nutrition principles using the "plate method" without strict calorie counting.
