Athlean-X Live 2022
July 28th-31st Stamford, CT
AX Live is more than a conference. It’s an inspirational, action packed global gathering of like minded individuals looking to raise their knowledge and training with the latest in groundbreaking, science based, athletic training. And it wouldn’t be complete without you! Featuring all new topics, guest speakers and an all new A-X Games with higher cash prizes for overall winners as well as all new individualized categories and prizes.
What are you waiting for? Learn, Train, Compete, Athlean-X Live!!
Overview
About Athlean-X Live (July 28th – 31st 2022)
Discover new ideas, learn new skills, and make lifelong connections with other members of the team. Get face-to-face time with Coach Cavaliere and the other members of Athlean-X who share your passion for cutting edge, science based training.
Put your skills to test at the third annual A-X Games. All attendees are eligible to compete for cash and prizes in various categories for men and women.
With a bolder-than-ever Keynote, poignant session topics, and the Athlean-X Games, A-X Live is the must attend event of the year for anyone serious about their training. To get started, take a look at the schedule and the tickets available to see which package best suits your needs.
TICKETS
ALL-STAR Package
July 29-31 2022
Friday events
- One ticket to Friday lectures
- One Ticket to Athlean-X Games Pairing Qualifier
- One Ticket to Friday Night Coaches Reception
SATURDAY EVENTS
- One Ticket to Sixth Annual Athlean-X Games
SUNDAY EVENTS
- One Ticket to Sunday Awards Ceremony
MVP Package
July 28-31 2022
Inlcudes ALL-STAR PACKAGE
PLUS exclusive all-day Thursday MVP workshop
- Hands on training and coaching
- Thursday night MVP social / Hors d'oeuvres
- Join Jeff and his hand picked MVP exclusive coaches
- Video of all ballroom Lectures (NEW!)
NOW FEATURING:
Extended MVP experience including over 6 hours of gym time and MVP BBQ! (NEW!)
*Speakers and Daily schedule are subject to change.
2022 Schedule
MVP Only Event 
All Attendees
Gunnar Peterson/ Jeff Cavaliere – Peripheral Heart Action Training | 9:30-11:00
Have you ever wanted to train like Hollywood’s elite actors & actresses? Learn the exact training method employed by famed celebrity trainer Gunnar Peterson and how to customize it to home in on your weak points. Peripheral Heart Action Training, a Bruce Lee staple, stacks an aerobic response onto a workout based around anaerobic movements – with the end effect being a proven protocol and incredibly powerful combination capable of building muscle and burning fat at the same time – especially when time is of the essence.
Speaker Bio – Gunnar Peterson is a Beverly Hills-based personal trainer whose clients include celebrities, professional athletes, and everyday people. Gunnar is also the Los Angeles Lakers’ Director of Strength and Endurance. He is widely recognized for his expertise in functional training and his commitment to developing and implementing innovative fitness techniques. With over 28 years in the fitness industry, Gunnar’s dynamic approach, boundless energy and (sometimes risky) humor only add to the effectiveness of the experience his clients enjoy.
Pete Rubish – Adjusting the “Big 3” to Me (Specificity/Techniques for Squat, Bench and Deadlifts) | 11:00 – 12:30
When you think of moving heavy weight and displays of strength, you immediately think of the big 3: the squat, the bench press, and the deadlift. Pete Rubish is a former competitive powerlifter whose total on these lifts exceeds 2,100 lbs. With a passion for helping others to get stronger and bring out the best versions of themselves, Pete is going to teach you the finer points of the squat, bench press, and deadlift as well as show you adjustments that you can make to optimize each lift for your specific body to move more weight more efficiently than ever before!
Speaker Bio – Pete Rubish is a former competitive 242 lb. powerlifter with best lifts of 772 lbs. on squat, 485 lbs. on bench, and 920 lbs. on deadlift. He also has experience running marathons and has been in the personal training industry for the last nine years. His passion is helping others get stronger and realizing just how much more they are capable of in the pursuit of their true potential – and that next PR.
Catered Lunch at the Gym (Rough House CF) 12:30-1:30
Matt Wenning – Wenning Warmups – How to Warm Up Like A Pro for Peak Performance | 1:30-3:00
Learning how to warmup is not only crucial for safety – but if done correctly – can fix imbalances and intervene before they ruin a perfectly planned workout to not just allow for an injury free training session but one that allows for peak performance. Matt will teach you the exact same secrets and readiness techniques he uses with his clients, himself and his tactical athletes.
Speaker Bio – Mr Wenning holds a masters degree in sports biomechanics is no stranger to lifting and the study of strength. With 4 all time world records – top totals for 15 years as well as advisor to the pentagon for the US armed forces, he has changed many protocols for health and wellness worldwide.
His masters degree allowed him to study anti-gravity and its effect on muscle wasting with NASA, along with the study of biomechanics on athletes and lifters. After finishing his education, he moved to Columbus Ohio and started to work with local fire departments- and special forces contracts. He currently works with 3 townships – and is a strength and wellness consultant for one of the largest Ford dealerships in the country.
Tony Blauer – You Are a Human Weapon | 3:00 – 4:30
You are a human weapon (whether you know it or not). Your body already knows how to protect itself. Learning how to unlock its hidden capabilities is the key. World renowned self defense expert and the inspiration behind the SPEAR System is going to show you how to use your physicality for self protection. The principles of Tony’s methods are applicable to all regardless of size, experience or athleticism as they are rooted in the basic neurobiology of survival, human biomechanics, and psychology. Because this system is based on real science, it is the most natural way to defend yourself and is readily learned. At the end of the day, though your muscles may look good and be strong – could they perform when you need them the most? Or as Tony says “Who cares how much you can deadlift – if you’re dead?”
Speaker Bio – Coach Tony Blauer has been in the martial art, self-defense, defensive tactics, and combatives industry for over four decades. He founded Blauer Tactical Systems (BTS) in 1985 and it has grown into one of the world’s leading consulting companies specializing in the research and development of performance psychology, personal safety, and close quarter tactics & scenario-based training for law enforcement, military, and professional self-defense instructors. His development of the world’s first impact-reduction training equipment, called High Gear, revolutionized force-on-force training for police, SWAT, and military organizations. Basically, Tony is a certified badass, and since he won’t tell you, we will!
Welcome – Jeff Cavaliere | 8:30-9:00
Welcome to Athlean-X Live 2022
Lower Body Strength Training- Not Just Unilateral vs Bilateral – Mike Boyle | 9:00- 10:00
Coach Boyle will take a social media approach of “where we started” to “where we are now” to discuss the evolution of MBSC’s lower body training philosophy to current thoughts about lower body training. He will delve into squats vs deadlifts, trap bar vs straight and unilateral vs bilateral when it comes to making leg training decisions for yourself and in your programming.
Speaker Bio – Mike Boyle is one of the world’s foremost educators in the areas of performance training, personal training and athletic rehabilitation. During his career he has been involved in training and rehabilitation with a wide range of athletes, including stars in every major professional sports. In addition, Mike has served as a consultant to some of the top teams in the NFL, NHL as well as numerous division one athletic programs. He has also been involved in Olympic Gold Medal efforts in both women’s soccer (2004) and women’s ice hockey (1998) and is current Strength and Conditioning coach for the United States Women’s National Hockey Team.
Nutrition for Optimizing Muscle Gain and Fat Loss – Alan Aragon | 10:15-11:15
The landscape of diet and nutrition information is a minefield of misinformation that leads to confusion and frustration for coaches, athletes, and the general public. This presentation will use the latest research to cut through the mythology and take an evidence-based approach to individualizing macronutrition and dietary approaches for the goals of muscle gain and fat loss.
Speaker Bio – Alan Aragon is a nutrition researcher and educator with over 25 years of success in the field. He is known as one of the most influential figures in the fitness industry’s movement towards evidence-based information. His notable clients include Stone Cold Steve Austin, Derek Fisher, and Pete Sampras. Alan’s work has been published in popular magazines as well as the peer-reviewed scientific literature. He co-authored Nutrient Timing Revisited, the most-viewed article in the history of the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (JISSN). He also is the lead author of the ISSN Position Stand on Diets & Body Composition. Alan maintains a private practice designing programs for recreational & professional athletes — and of course regular people striving to be their best.
How to Become a Celebrity Trainer in 2022 – Gunnar Peterson / Jeff Cavaliere / Don Saladino | 11:30-12:15
Have you ever wanted to train pro athletes and celebrities, but didn’t know where to start? It seems that today’s most famous trainers are spreading their “influence” all over TikTok, YouTube and Instagram – amassing massive social media followings along the way. But is this the “secret” to training the biggest names in sports and Hollywood? Maybe you’re not interested at all in being a trainer but have an “inner entrepreneur” that just can’t seem to be able to put the “start” in “start-up” when it comes to creating a business rooted around your real passion? Either way, this is one panel Q&A you’re not going to want to miss. Listen in as famed trainers Gunnar Peterson, Jeff Cavaliere and Don Saladino reveal the truth about what it really takes to build not just the best bodies, but businesses and brands designed to last…with or without social media.
Speaker Bio – Gunnar Peterson is a Beverly Hills-based personal trainer whose clients include celebrities, professional athletes, and everyday people. Gunnar is also the Los Angeles Lakers’ Director of Strength and Endurance. He is widely recognized for his expertise in functional training and his commitment to developing and implementing innovative fitness techniques. With over 28 years in the fitness industry, Gunnar’s dynamic approach, boundless energy and (sometimes risky) humor only add to the effectiveness of the experience his clients enjoy.
Speaker Bio – Don Saladino is a performance expert and owner of Drive495. He is among the nation’s most sought-after exercise authorities. Always a few steps ahead of traditional fitness trends, Saladino is in high demand as a personal trainer for professional athletes, golfers and celebrities, while being a consistent and reliable source for his industry expertise in publications such as Muscle & Fitness, Men’s Health, Men’s Fitness and Met RX.
Speaker Bio – Jeff Cavaliere MSPT, CSCS served as both the Head Physical Therapist and Assistant Strength Coach for the New York Mets, serving some of the game’s most accomplished players including future hall of fame pitchers Tom Glavine and Pedro Martinez, and perennial all-stars Carlos Delgado, Carlos Beltran, David Wright, and Jose Reyes. Cavaliere is now the owner of ATHLEAN-X™, the #1 men’s fitness channel on YouTube with over 13 million subscribers, and private strength coach / physical therapist to some of the fittest athletes and actors in sports and film.
Lunch Break | 12:15 – 1:30
The Conjugate System EXPLAINED | Unlock New Gains With Conjugate – Matt Wenning | 1:30-2:30
Periodization can be complex – but breaking training into major methods and contraction types can help. Understanding the guidelines and rules from the old eastern bloc can not only be a great way to develop new tools in your training toolbox – but to unlock new gains in the process.
Speaker Bio – Mr. Wenning, M.S. sports biomechanics, is no stranger to lifting and the study of strength. With 4 all time world records – top totals for 15 years as well as advisor to the pentagon for the US armed forces, he has changed many protocols for health and wellness worldwide.
His masters degree allowed him to study anti-gravity and its effect on muscle wasting with NASA, along with the study of biomechanics on athletes and lifters. After finishing his education, he moved to Columbus Ohio and started to work with local fire departments- and special forces contracts. He currently works with 3 townships – and is a strength and wellness consultant for one of the largest Ford dealerships in the country.
Controlling your nervous system to accelerate learning and optimize performance – Andrew Huberman | 2:45-3:45
Dr. Huberman will explain the biological roles of the four major neuromodulators—dopamine, epinephrine (aka adrenaline), serotonin, and acetylcholine—and describe how these neuromodulators impact a wide variety of mental states and behaviors, including focus, creativity, motivation, drive, learning, alertness, mood, relationships, and feelings of well-being. Dr. Huberman will also describe a potent toolkit of science-supported behavioral, nutrition, and supplementation tools that can be used to increase baseline levels of individual neuromodulators and that can be modified for specific performance goals.
Speaker Bio – Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. is a neuroscientist and tenured Professor in the Departments of Neurobiology, Ophthalmology and Psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine. An expert in the fields of brain development, nervous system function and neural plasticity, Dr. Huberman is renowned for his actionable techniques for rewiring our nervous systems and learning new behaviors, skills and cognitive functioning. He has continually published in ultra-stringent, peer-reviewed journals such as Nature, Science and Cell for the last 25 years.
Effort is Everything: The Truth Behind Making Your Workouts Actually Work – Jeff Cavaliere | 4:00-5:00
It seems everywhere you turn, fitness experts are telling you that the key to building muscle is volume. Throw in the latest obsession with terms like “RPE” and “RIR” as guiding principles of determining the intensity of your workout (regardless of whether you’re training for strength or hypertrophy) and you might be led to believe that the numbers and math are the main determinants of an effective workout. In reality, when it comes to building muscle, if you’re not focusing on effort above everything else – you’re missing out on the lion’s share of potential gains. Coach Cavaliere will explain the relationship of effort and volume, why the pendulum needs to dramatically shift away from volume towards effort and how this ratio needs to adapt to allow for longevity in your lifetime of lifting.
Speaker Bio – Jeff Cavaliere MSPT, CSCS served as both the Head Physical Therapist and Assistant Strength Coach for the New York Mets, serving some of the game’s most accomplished players including future hall of fame pitchers Tom Glavine and Pedro Martinez, and perennial all-stars Carlos Delgado, Carlos Beltran, David Wright, and Jose Reyes. Cavaliere is now the owner of ATHLEAN-X™, the #1 men’s fitness channel on YouTube with over 13 million subscribers, and private strength coach / physical therapist to some of the fittest athletes and actors in sports and film.
Pre-qualifier/ Games discussion | 5:00-6:00
Friday Evening Social (Appetizers) | 6:30 – 7:30
A-X Games 2022 | 9:00
Get ready to put your skills to the test as you get the chance to go head-to-head against yourself and the other members of Team Athlean! Compete for cash and prizes.
9:00 – Meet in the Ballroom
Events
To be announced on Friday at the Games overview
Awards Ceremony | 9:00 – 10:30
With your dominating performance not even 24 hours completed, it’s time to recognize you and the rest of the competitors in the games. Be prepared for some “not so standard” awards, as we have some fun and take note of the good old fashioned blood, sweat and tears shed at the games the day before (hopefully no blood or tears please!). We’ll also crown the brand new Mr X of the Year for 2019!
Keynote Speaker(s) | 10:35 – 12:00
Surprise Speaker
Departure | 12:00
It’s time to grab your bags and your new found knowledge and head home. An early departure time means you should be home in time for dinner with the family, and plenty of time to rest up for Monday morning so you can share all your new insight with your jealous co-workers!
*Speakers and daily schedule are subject to change.
Hilton Stamford Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
Located outside of New York City -- with access to Amtrak, Metro-North and I-95 — the Hilton Stamford Hotel & Executive Meeting Center offers the ideal combination of convenience, comfort and courteous service. Following a multimillion-dollar renovation, our Southern Connecticut hotel boasts newly refurbished guest rooms, spacious suites, and Executive Meeting Center. Unwind after a long work day at our Restaurant and Lounge, serving American cuisine and cocktails throughout the day. Or relax in our sparkling swimming pool or heated whirlpool. Surrounded by dynamic businesses and local attractions, our upscale accommodations will enhance your upcoming visit or corporate gathering. A popular choice among Stamford hotels, the Hilton is a landmark destination with easy access to both Boston and New York City.
Hotel Address - 1 FIRST STAMFORD PLACE, STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT, 06902
Travel
Recommended arrival and departure times.
We start first thing each morning and you don’t want to miss any of the sessions.
MVP guests will want to arrive on Wed July 27th.
All Star Guests. You will want to arrive on Thursday July 28rd.
Departure: the event will conclude by 12:30pm on the Sunday July 31st. The awards and keynote are something you really don’t want to miss.
Recommended airports:
Westchester County Airport (HPN) – Smaller airport that may not have routes from your departing city.
LaGuardia Airport New York City – (LGA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Airport Shuttles:
There are a number of 3rd party Shuttle / Limo Services that provide service from the airports to the hotel. The airports are out of the hotel shuttle range.
During Event:
Any required travel between the hotel and the event location will be provided. The hotel does provide shuttle service around the Stamford area.
Covid protocol during the event:
Currently there are no special Covid requirements in the hotel. Masks and social distancing will not be required during the event.