Welcome to The International Stunt Academy's guide to essential nutrients, where we strive to provide valuable information to help our athletes and stunt performers achieve their best (or understand why they may be struggling to achieve it).
Today, we're excited to share our comprehensive guide to vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients. Good nutrition is the foundation of peak performance, and understanding the role of these vital nutrients is crucial for those who engage in high-intensity activities, like our dedicated athletes and stunt professionals. If you want to get ahead, get an open mind, or more specifically, a Growth-mindset. But what does that really mean? And even if we think we have one, how can we tell? And when our mind wants to close (it happens to us all at times), how can we learn to catch ourselves and prevent self-limiting thoughts and behaviours? The author of this article has delivered talks and lectures on this in all sorts of high performing teams and organisations, all around the world. It's been invaluable to them, now, its your turn to get a very valuable boost! C'mon, let's get started...
3/13/2023
how gut health links to performance for athletes and Stunt Performers (and how you can hack this)As an athlete, you may already know that a healthy diet is essential for optimal performance. However, you may not how important maintaining good gut health and proper digestion of food is, and how this is linked to better performance and injury prevention / recovery.
When we damage a ligament, as performers and athletes, it is vital to prioritise getting a good supply of micro-nutrients to the injury. This can aid healing, reduce downtime and help to prevent repeated issues cased by impaired repair functions. So, how can you use food to heal an injured ligament? Let's explore that
The International Stunt Academy's guide to High Ankle Sprain Injuries. Stunt people are in the ultra-high risk category for Ankle injury. It's not uncommon to see sprains and over-rotation issues, but these very easily lead to ligament and tendon damage that can be long term. Also, not all sprains are the same. There are different types and in this article we focus on the "High Ankle Sprain". Beware taking general sprain advice, especially if you have had repeated sprains on the same ankle, as often this is a signal you can muscle imbalance that's leaving you wide open to repeated injuries
Cold training, also known as cold exposure or cold thermogenesis, involves exposing your body to cold temperatures to promote physical and mental health benefits. Not everyone is a believer, but consider the fact that humans adapted to the arctic circle, and every military in the world runs a Cold Training programme... So, chill, have a read and learn how to unlock some latent superpowers
3/10/2023
Why you should never skip 'foot day'Prepare to discover why the most overlooked part of our body, that we workout the least but rely upon the most, is also the cause of so many injuries and imbalances elsewhere in the body ... and also what you can do about it.
Yup, today we're taking our feet to the gym. Strange idea? Well, read on then... Why mistakes happen in high-risk environments, and why discipline is so vital when working on a stunt, or when waiting around for hours a film set. Let's understand the behavioural and social dynamics that lead to the issues, and also what individuals can do to improve their focus and achieve better when waiting around or the hours get long. Deep dive time, so get ready to focus...
We have all seen a movie where an actor breaks the moment and the magic is gone. Even the pro's get it wrong. Sometimes it is subtle, a fascial expression didn't match the moment, the body language was wrong for the emotions portrayed, or perhaps you just couldn't see it in their eyes and 'believe'. A common issue we often see is that talented people initially struggle to blend both the physicality of an Action performance with the ability to really 'act' the character and what they would actually be experiencing and expressing. Don't worry stunt family, we've got you! Here's a short guide and some activities anyone can try to aid greater authenticity in their actions and reactions. Read on for tips...
Kali is a unique martial art originating from the Philippines. In this article we'll explore its origins, what makes it unique and why it can be a fantastic discipline for Action Actors and Stunt Performers to explore. Let's get started...
There are Stunt people. There are Actors. Then spanning both of these we have the Action Actors. People who can combine and display both skill sets in a very unique way, creating a new discipline in its own right within the world of entertainments work. Here's The ISA's guide to Action Acting, to help you understand the difference and why studying acting or stunts separately is not guaranteed to set you up for success as an 'Action Actor'.
Let's get stuck into the details... One of the most common questions people ask when we meet them is how they can get into Stunt Performance and Action Acting? The answer is to do it properly and ensure you train with a leading stunt school, gain your certificates or a formal qualification, and learn all you can about the industry before you try to make your name. In this article we share some good tips and advice that should help you start a career in Stunts and Action Acting.
There are so many training programmes and ideas out there it can become overwhelming or confusing. At The International Stunt Academy we strongly recommend Stunt Performers explore and embrace the discipline of Calisthenics. Read on to discover why...
At the International Stunt Academy, we're all about empowering stunt performers and extreme athletes to unleash their full potential, which means going beyond known and perceived limits to achieve something you never believed possible, and then making that as natural and easy as walking down the street.
Through mastering body awareness and ultra-precise body movements, we help you elevate your performance, ensuring both safety and breathtaking execution. Are you ready to explore our Neuro Conditioning programme and unlock the true super-powers that lay dormant within you? Here's a taste of what's to come... 2/27/2023
How to remove a fear of heightsAt The International Stunt Academy we work with mind and body. We don't just teach you how to perform a stunt or activity. We also help you with ways to mentally prepare and condition for it too.
If you study the habits of successful people there's something you will come across time after time ... they wake up early. But why, and what 3 things can you learn from this to supercharge your performance?
The decision to pursue higher education is a significant investment of time, effort, and money. Many students enter Schools, Academies, Colleges and Universities with the hope and expectation that they will graduate with a guaranteed job or a successful career at the end of their study. However, this is not always the case. Lets take a moment to consider why, and why any students should confront the honest truth, especially in the performing arts and entertainments sectors
The International Stunt Academy has a dedicated training programme. We encourage all students to embrace this as it is different from traditional Gym workouts and it has been created from years of study and experience of working with the best professionals in all disciplines.
2/15/2023
Ankle Sprains and how to prevent themAnkle sprains are one of the most common injuries in sports, especially those that involve jumping, cutting, and quick changes of direction. It is also the most common we see in Stunt Training and Performance. So, here's a quick guide to Ankle Sprains and how you can train to prevent them.
Are you considering Stunt Training or trying to decide who to train with? Read this first. Whether you choose The ISA or another provider to train with, it is important you have the best experience and gain the training that is right for you, and gives you the best value for your money. We hope this article helps to inform your choice.
1/31/2023
8 Tips to enhance your method actingThere's a world of great articles and resources to help you understand and explore method acting. Here's some of our top tips to get you started or inspire your own journey of discovery...
The stunt industry is constantly evolving and adapting to changing technologies, regulations, and production demands. In recent years, there have been big changes that have affected the way stunts will be performed in the future, and who will be performing them. In this article, we'll explore some of these changes and how the industry is adapting to stay current and meet the fast-paced demands of the global entertainment industry.
As an organization dedicated to training individuals in the art of stunts and action scenes, we recognize the importance of understanding the human body's anatomy and physiology. In this article, we will explore the difference between muscles, tendons, and ligaments and why injuries to tendons or ligaments can be more problematic to heal or recover from. We will also provide tips on how to stretch, train, and condition your body to protect yourself from ligament and tendon injuries...
Performing a backflip requires a combination of strength, technique, and confidence. Here are some tips gymnasts use when starting to train, prepare, increase confidence and get better at performing a backflip...
12/6/2022
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