{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Focus and Chill - productivity tactics for AuDHDers and other neurodivergent folks","title":"Episode 92: Jacob Kness","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3033,"description":"Welcome to episode #92! We’re thrilled to be joined by Jacob Kness today.\n\nJacob Kness is a social entrepreneur and neurodivergent advocate, helping autistic job seekers find meaningful work. Diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and Tourette’s, Jacob has spent years exploring fitness, biomechanics, and biohacking as tools for mental and physical well-being.\nIn this episode, we dive into how exercise, cold shock therapy, and breathwork can help neurodivergent individuals build resilience, focus, and confidence.\nWelcome back to the show, Jacob!\n\nQuestions\n\nJN: How has your approach to fitness evolved over time?\nStarted with bodybuilding-style training, then shifted to functional movement\nExplored martial arts, breath control & biomechanics to improve movement patterns\nUses fitness as a daily practice for managing Tourette’s & ADHD symptoms\nJN: What role does exercise play in managing neurodivergent traits?\nHelps with mind-body connection & proprioception\nStrengthens fast-twitch muscle fibers for better motor control\nActs as a tool for emotional regulation & energy management\nJC: How did cold shock therapy become part of your routine?\nDiscovered its benefits through Wim Hof breathing & resilience training\nHelps with stress regulation, focus & nervous system balance\nUses cold showers & ice baths to reset after workouts\nJN: What biomechanical challenges do neurodivergent individuals often face?\nPoor posture & joint alignment due to sensory processing differences\nFoot placement, hip alignment & movement efficiency can impact training\nMany personal trainers overlook neurodivergence in exercise programming\nJC: What advice would you give neurodivergent individuals starting their fitness journey?\nListen to your body rather than following rigid workout plans\nFind movement styles that feel natural—martial arts, yoga, weightlifting, etc.\nFocus on form, breath, and body awareness before increasing intensity\nJN: How does fitness improve social confidence & resilience?\nGyms provide...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/QZFZQrtBSDhon7MItX8a5mQvkXQ5KKmI2fe6dyhM72o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzMzNDE3LzE2NjEw/NjYyOTYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}