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Right now we are doing an anatomy/physiology series with Dr. Sean McEachern - physical therapist, strength & conditioning coach and co-owner of East Austin Jiu Jitsu Parlor. These episodes drop on the last Tuesday of the month.
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57 - Why You Gas Out: The Science Behind Your Fuel Tank with Dr. Sean McEachern, DPT
Hey jiu jitsu nerd! Join your fave doctor of physical therapy and funniest strength coach as we break down why you gas out and what actually drives your energy during training.
Whether you’re grappling, prioritizing zone 2 cardio, or just trying to understand why your body sometimes quits before you do, this episode makes bioenergetics and energy systems make sense. From carbs and fats to ATP and mitochondria, we explore the science behind endurance, and output so you can train smarter.
EXPECT:
🟤 A breakdown of the body’s energy systems and when each kicks in
🟤 The role of ATP in energy production
🟤 How to build an efficient engine so you can be a rechargeable little MONSTER
🟤 The different energy systems we use and how they interplay together during different efforts
🟤 Where all of our energy comes from in the first place. Where does it come from?!?! You tell me. Or listen.
We also dive into why some people seem to never gas out and how you can train to get closer to that level.
In Austin? Try a FREE week at East Austin Jiu Jitsu Parlor.
CLICK HERE (https://eastaustinjiujitsu.gymdesk.com/signup)
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Not in Austin? Join EAST Live to follow along with the strength and conditioning programming we do at the Parlor from anywhere. ($40/ month)
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Are you a lady who wants to get strong? femSTRONG has got you.
LEARN MORE (https://www.femstrong.co/)
Injured?
BOOK A SESSION WITH DR SEAN (https://www.eastaustinjiujitsu.com/#physicaltherapy)
11 Mar 2026
56 -Where Strong Starts - Nerves, Fibers & the Science of Strength feat. Dr. Sean McEachern
Join your favorite doctor of physical therapy and strength coach as we dive into the fundamentals of muscle physiology and what actually drives strength gains in the body.
If you lift weights, train hard, or just want to understand what’s happening under the hood when you exercise, this episode breaks down the neuromuscular system in a way that actually makes sense. From nerve signaling to muscle fiber types, we explore the science behind contraction, adaptation, and why certain types of training produce different results.
EXPECT:
How the neuromuscular system drives strength gains (hint: your nerves are just as important as your muscles)
A clear breakdown of the sliding filament theory and how muscles actually contract
The role calcium and nerve signaling play in turning muscle contractions on and off
Differences between type I and type II muscle fibers and how training intensity influences them
Why eccentric and isometric contractions matter for strength, growth, and rehab
How muscle fibers can adapt based on the way you train
We also tee up the next chapter of this series with a preview into bioenergetics and energy systems, and why understanding how your body produces energy can completely change the way you train. 💪
In Austin? Try a FREE week at East Austin Jiu Jitsu Parlor.
CLICK HERE (https://eastaustinjiujitsu.gymdesk.com/signup)
(select VISITOR)
Not in Austin? Join EAST Live to follow along with the strength and conditioning programming we do at the Parlor from anywhere. ($40/ month)
CLICK HERE (https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/east?attrib=554696-ig)
Are you a lady who wants to get strong? femSTRONG has got you.
LEARN MORE (https://www.femstrong.co/)
Injured?
BOOK A SESSION WITH DR SEAN (https://www.eastaustinjiujitsu.com/#physicaltherapy)
10 Feb 2026
55 - femSEAN - Injury, Healing & Getting Back on the Mat feat: Dr. Sean McEachern
Join your favorite doctor of physical therapy and strength coach as we dive into the details of Sean's recent injury, surgery and recovery!
If you're an athlete you've probably faced an injury before - some are minor and an easy journey and others require a lot more time for healing (and subsequently a lot more mental gymnastics!). It can be confusing and frustrating - today we break down Sean's qualified approach from the inside of his recent injury experience.
EXPECT:
- Signs to look for in acute musculoskeletal injury - when to wait, when to book with a physical therapist and when to get your ass to the hospital
- How to approach healing and pain in the first few days (Spoiler: It is NOT the RICE protocol anymore!)
- When to progress training and how to know when it is time to return to the mats.
In Austin? Try a FREE week at East Austin Jiu Jitsu Parlor.
CLICK HERE (https://eastaustinjiujitsu.gymdesk.com/signup)
(select VISITOR)
Not in Austin? Follow along with our LIVE strength and conditioning programming from anywhere.
CLICK HERE (https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/east?attrib=554696-ig)
Are you a lady who wants to get strong? femSTRONG has got you.
LEARN MORE (https://www.femstrong.co/)
Injured?
BOOK A SESSION WITH DR SEAN (https://www.eastaustinjiujitsu.com/#physicaltherapy)
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