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Original Strength Bodcast

Tim and Dani
Movement
Strength Training
Original Strength
Nutrition
Crawling
Breathing
Sprinting
Physical Activity
Visceral Fat
Posture
Breathing Techniques
Fitness
Exercise Safety
Health Optimization
Fitness Techniques
Vestibular System
Hindu Squats
Health Risks
Healthcare System
Dietary Changes

Some of the best moments in life happen through conversation. It's how we share ideas, exchange meaning, and gain understanding. Growth happens when we ask honest questions and remain open to hearing the answers. Learn with Tim Anderson as he asks friends and colleagues probing questions about the body, the mind, and the spirit.

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In this episode, I tackle a Q&A about rope flow, battling ropes and Hindu Squats. Got a question? Send it in!

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In this episode, I’m talking about the power of the tongue and the need for connection.

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In this episode, I’m answering questions about indoor rowing and endless rope pulling machines. I may offer a not so normal take on rowing and I might give you a reason to play with ropes. I guess it depends on what kind of mood you’re in, really. An... more

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In this episode, I’m talking to Dr. Helen Pilcher about her new book: This Book May Cause Side Effects, The Curious and Dangerous Power of the Nocebo Effect, Placebo’s Evil Twin.

This is an amazing conversation full of curious facts about health an... more

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Recent Guests

Helen Pilcher
Science writer and author
Author of This Book May Cause Side Effects
Episode: BodCast Episode 238: Beware of the Nocebo Effect with author Dr. Helen Pilcher
Dan John
Strength coach; track and field coach; long-time contributor to fitness education
Independent/Coach
Episode: BodCast Episode 233: Longevity in the Sand with Dan John
Tim Anderson
Co-founder of Original Strength; movement-based physical therapy advocate
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Episode: BodCast Episode 228: How are Humans Designed to Move?
Morgan Smith
Owner/Operator of Calm With Kava
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Episode: BodCast Episode 227: The Wonders of Kava with Morgan Smith
Keith Cole
Author of Burnout God's Recovery Plan, marine veteran
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Episode: BodCast Episode 224: Overcoming Burnout with Keith Cole
Nelson Dellis
6x USA Memory Champion, memory author
Nelson Dellis
Episode: BodCast Episode 219: Being an Everyday Genius with Nelson Dellis
Bill Gifford
Author and writer; author of HOTWIRED and Spring Chicken
Episode: BodCast Episode 218: HOTWIRED, How the Hidden Power of Heat Makes us Stronger with Bill Gifford
Chuck McGee
Known as the Ice Viking, expert in breath and posture
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Episode: BodCast Episode 216: Mastering Your Breath and Your Posture with Chuck McGee III
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Author, speaker, and coach, focused on maintaining health and wellness as we age.
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Episode: BodCast Episode 208: Finding Ways to Heal Yourself with Sifu Slim

Host

Tim Anderson
Host of Original Strength Bodcast; affiliated with Original Strength Bodcast; leads conversations on movement, mobility, and body-first training.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • Love it

    I’m a big fan of the hopeful message around the body’s ability to heal that Tim offers through his work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mtlvfn
    United States5 years ago
  • Big fan of the Bodcast

    Great guests, thought-provoking conversations, and lots of practical tips and tricks. Thanks to Tim and the team for sharing this podcast with the world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cbordoni
    United States5 years ago
  • Highly recommend!!

    Tim brings a great energy to his podcast. The guests have been awesome and the range of topics discussed is terrific. I learn so much each time I listen. If you aren’t already subscribed, what are you waiting for??

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dogsrock1
    United States6 years ago
  • Tim gives good interview!!

    I’ve listened to a number of the OS Bodcasts and have enjoyed each one. I appreciate that Tim talks with an eclectic group of people about how we can move through the world better and grow in health and strength. Tim is a gifted interviewer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vervelet
    United States6 years ago
  • Everything you need to learn about movement in one place

    The Bodcast will change the way you think about movement and fitness. The over-arching theme of respect and reverence for our body’s ability resurrect old strength while building new is inspiring to say the least. The diversity of information presented here will leave you believing in your body, your movement practice and your goals no matter your age, injury or setbacks.The future just gets brighter and brighter when you listen to (and implement what you learn on )the Bodcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sadie Swith
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's practical, compassionate approach and ability to simplify complex training concepts.
Feedback highlights the show as a dependable source for movement and mobility guidance, with a strong emphasis on long-term health.
Guests are diverse and bring actionable, real-world insights.

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BodCast Episode 241: Battling Ropes without a Rope
Q: Do you have any thoughts on rope flow or flow rope?
Anderson particularly recommends forward and backward infinity circles, which he uses with older adults for coordination and gentle cardiovascular training. He also describes using the patterns during his mother's stroke recovery.
BodCast Episode 241: Battling Ropes without a Rope
Q: Do you have any advice on the number of Hindu squats and press ups you can do every day?
Anderson says progression depends on the goal. For general mobility, a modest daily amount can work; building capacity calls for gradually increasing volume, while muscle growth may require more volume or added resistance.
BodCast Episode 239: Rowing Machines and Pulling Ropes
Q: What's your take on the endless rope machines compared to the pole pulling around the pole that John Brookfield does?
Endless rope machines can replicate many effects of the pole pull system if you can adjust angles and planes of motion to hit different muscles, but traditional pole pulls offer precise, angle-targeted loading that can be more versatile for hitting multiple muscle groups.
BodCast Episode 239: Rowing Machines and Pulling Ropes
Q: What is your take on rowing on rowing?
Rowing is fantastic and can be done daily with varied effort; nasal breathing with lips shut can maximize benefits, and it provides neurological advantages by engaging both the posterior chain and brain coordination.
BodCast Episode 236: Weight, Time, Distance and Magic Number Combinations
Q: What is a good balance between load and time?
The balance isn't a universal number; pick one variable to advance at a time (for example, distance with a fixed weight), push that variable until you hit meaningful progress, then reassess and possibly shift to a heavier weight or a new variable, all while maintaining good form and safety.

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What is Original Strength Bodcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Movement, mobility, and longevity anchor a practical, conversation-rich show focused on body-first fitness, breathwork, and sustainable strength. Across episodes, the host guides listeners through actionable training concepts, gentle-yet-insistent consistency, and personal experiments, often featuring coaches and practitioners who blend biomechanics, restorative movement, and real-world coaching. Noteworthy is the pragmatic approach: emphasis on mobility as a prerequisite for strength, a bias toward low-risk progressions, and a willingness to blend humor, storytelling, and science to make complex ideas accessible. A recurring value is long-term resilience and a compassionate, curious mindset toward movement, aging, and healing.

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2. Dan John
3. Tim Anderson
4. Morgan Smith
5. Keith Cole
6. Nelson Dellis
7. Bill Gifford
8. Chuck McGee

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