We're switching things up a bit. I'm the one in the hot seat being interviewed by the wonderful Adee Zukier (@adeezukier). In this episode I’ll be sharing a little bit more about myself, such as my life and family in New Roads, LA, how I overcame drug addiction, winning the CrossFit games, my morning routine, and life after CrossFit.
My goal is to inspire as many people as possible and this episode is my chance to demonstrate how anyone can beat the struggles we’re all faced with in life. For me, it was drug addiction, a back injury, and an overwhelming fear of failure. For those of you looking to make a drastic change in your life to better yourself, just know that ANYTHING is possible once you put your mind to it. In this episode, I’ll be sharing a few things that have helped me along the way in hopes that it may also help you on your journey. Thanks for listening.
Topics of discussion:
[1:40] Growing up in New Roads, LA
[3:30] Drug addiction
[5:33] My rock bottom moment
[9:27] Staying clean
[11:25] How I found CrossFit
[16:53] Winning the CrossFit Games
[18:15] Dealing with Spondylolisthesis
[23:25] Life after CrossFit
[25:25] Going from Competing to Coaching
[27:30] Taking a leap of faith
[35:19] How I deal with the fear of failure
[36:50] My morning routine
[37:40] Meditation
[38:38] How to start good habits
[40:05] Book recommendation:
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Katrin Davidsdottir (@katrintanja), the reigning champion of the 2015 CrossFit Games is interviewed on the show this week. This one is about hard work, sacrifice, and how bad you really want it. Everybody should be taking notes on this one because once you get inside the mind of a champion then it’s easy to see why they’re number one. If you like this episode, then you’re going to like Episode 42 with Sports Psychologist; Justin Su’a. Check the notes below for some recommended literature from this episode. Enjoy.
Topics of discussion:
[2:00] Post regionals, Mastery, and falling in love with the process
[8:54] Katrin’s daily habits
[12:19] Recommended Sports Psychology books:
[25:00] Katrin’s relationship with failure
[36:28] Sports & Academics
[40:15] Body image
[44:43] Katrin’s relationship with Sara Sigmundsdottir & Annie Thorisdottir
[54:33] Katrin’s message for you listeners
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In the words of Kelly Starrett, “there was a time where we thought that being well-conditioned or being brutally strong solved all the problems. We realize now that it doesn’t.” – I couldn’t agree more.
Kelly Starrett, @mobilitywod, is a man with many hats: Coach, Physical Therapist, Author, and Founder of Mobility WOD. He is a staple in the CrossFit community helping athletes improve human movement and optimizing athletic performance. He’s been producing instructional content for the CrossFit Community since 2008, and today he’s here to talk about his new book, mobility, injury prevention, and simple lifestyle changes you can do today that will improve your health. Check the notes below for links to his books and more related content.
Topics of discussion:
[10:30] Dysfunction
[15:10] Corrective exercises
[17:23] Working with Mike Burgener
[22:04] Ego
[25:13] Characteristics of a Master
[28:20] New book: “Deskbound: Standing Up to a Siting World” – Kelly Starrett
[34:39] Quick lifestyle changes that will have a huge impact on your well-being
[44:00] Stretching advice/ technique
[48:35] Becoming a Master Coach
[1:00:18] What you need to know about ice baths & why you should be doing them
Books:
“Becoming a Supple Leopard” – Kelly Starrett
“Deskbound: Standing Up to a Sitting World” – Kelly Starrett
“Extreme Ownership” – Jocko Willink
Other links:
MobilityWOD – Website
@mobilitywod – Twitter
Mobility & PNF Stretching - Article
Skill-transfer exercises – 6 part video series w/ Kelly Starrett
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In this episode, I sit down with Jake (@jacobhutton1) and Sunny Hutton (@sunnyhutton), Head Coaches of Brute Body. I’ll be asking them a lot of your questions about body transformation, including how to build more muscle, how to get stronger legs, and how to get a better ass and bigger chest. Tune in for some nutrition and dieting techniques including carb back-loading, carb cycling, living the paleo lifestyle and finally what makes Brute Body so unique compared to CrossFit or other body transformation programs.
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Topics of discussion:
[3:38] What does it take to make a full body transformation?
[6:50] Some things that are holding you back that you might not be aware of
[8:59] What you need to know in order to change your body
[12:15] Jake’s advice for those looking to make a body and lifestyle change
[14:53] CrossFit vs. Brute Body
[16:53] What to do when you’re training hard and still hitting plateaus
[19:25] What is carb back-loading?
[21:09] Nutrition/ Dieting
[36:30] Building muscle with Hypertrophy work
[40:15] What to expect with Brute Body
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In this episode, we meet Justin Su’a (@justinsua), Mental Skills Coordinator for the Boston Red Sox. Justin studied Sport and Performance Psychology at the University of Utah and has been developing a new breed of athlete ever since. Every day, Justin helps athletes bridge the gap between physical strength and mental strength; teaching them how to overcome adversity, and smile in the face of failure. And now he’s here to do the same for you.
Success always starts with failure – however for some, failure is a speed bump while for others it’s a road block. Do you know the right way to react to failure?
As an athlete, we face a new set of challenges every day. The difference is how we react and adapt to these challenges that will separate us from the pack. If you’ve been struggling to take your game to the next level then maybe the answer isn’t more physical training, but instead mental training. When you reach an elite level, 90% is mental and 10% is physical. You are competing against yourself, not against other athletes. With that being said, it’s time to let the master do his work, enjoy.
Topics of Discussion:
[3:57] What is Sports Psychology?
[13:15] Growth mindset VS. Fixed mindset – which one are you?
[20:15] The power of purpose
[22:13] 3 Questions that will help you find your purpose
[25:38] Common mental barriers & How to overcome any obstacle
[30:07] Building confidence
[33:55] “You give power to what you focus on…”
[36:45] What are the best doing that others aren’t?
[41:20] Claiming ownership
[47:17] 3 ways to change your mindset and take control of your thoughts
[51:05] Mindfulness, Breathing, Meditation
Books Discussed:
“Extreme Ownership” – Jocko Willink
“Succeed” – Heidi Grant Halvorson
“Parent Pep Talks” – Justin Su’a
Other links:
HeadSpace – Treat your head right
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This week's episode covers tips from Brute’s strong boys – Jeff Wittmer and Matt Bruce.Olympic Weightlifting is gaining high notoriety in the US as the years go on. Whether you’re new to weightlifting or a seasoned athlete, these guys are here to help you to learn how to assess your body, improve your techniques, and reach new PRs. Be sure to check out the Brute OLY program after the episode!
Topics of discussion:
[2:00] Getting introduced to the sport of Olympic Weightlifting
[12:00] What makes a good Weightlifting program?
[17:20] How to get the most out of an online program like Brute OLY
[19:43] Listen to your body – how to recognize when you’re over training
[21:59] Assessing your performance & avoiding a plateau
[21:59] Tips to help you get through your first competition
[26:42] Biggest mistakes people make the week before competition
[29:00] Triple Extension vs. the Catapult Method
[36:25] Dynamic strength vs. Absolute strength
[42:16] Weightlifting for CrossFit athletes (programming)
[46:16] How to improve your technique if you don’t have a coach
[50:19] Long term consequences of the conjugate method for powerlifting
[54:50] Training alone & staying motivated
[1:05:49] When should you wear a built?
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Brute Strength’s very own programming guru and Director of Strength & Conditioning, Nick Fowler is interviewed on the show this week. In this epi, ode we’re lifting the hood so you can really get a feel for Brute’s training methodologies, and a look into how we’re getting athletes ready for The Crossfit Games. Whether you’re an aspiring Games athlete or a coach looking to take your athletes to the next level, this episode is for you. We’ll be getting into athlete assessments, creating a program, training for strength vs. training for endurance, and a couple of things to avoid along the way – so get ready!
More Nick Fowler here:
Instagram: @theNickFowler
Facebook: Nick Fowler
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Topics of discussion:
[1:00] How Nick Fowler got started with human physiology and programming
[6:04] Educational sources/ recommended books
[11:00] Programming for athletes
[11:55] Assessing an athlete
[15:58] Creating a programming/ Figuring out what you’re training for
[17:15] How building your aerobics base will increase muscle endurance
[18:50] Endurance Pyramid
[19:58] Advice for athletes looking to get stronger
[24:10] “Can you get stronger with metcons?”
[27:14] The RIGHT way too lift heavy
[32:40] Concurrent signals – avoid this!
[36:30] How to gain strength without sacrificing endurance
[44:33] Building a strong gymnastics foundation
[51:43] What you need in order to become a Games athlete
[1:07:05] Quick advice for all coaches
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In this episode I interview T.V. co-host to ABC’s docu-series; Extreme Weight Loss, Heidi Powell. In her words, “everyone’s dealing with something […] we all have some skeletons in the closet.” Heidi is a great example of how you can overcome your demons and transform your life. We get to hear firsthand how she overcame her eating disorder through the love and support of friends and family, and of course, through fitness.
Addiction is a scary thing. Studies indicate that 30+ million people are suffering from drug abuse, and/or eating disorders nationwide. Change can be equally as frightening, but what if you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction or health disorder and change is no longer just an option, but necessary for survival? The answer is that you are not alone and these problems are 100% fixable. More than 40% of people’s daily activities come from formed habits. Tune in to learn how you can take control of your life by forming good habits that will beat your addiction.
No one is perfect, so if you or someone you know is struggling with any sort of disorder or addiction then it’s never too late to turn your life around – all that is required is compassion, humility, willingness change, and most importantly, finding your “Why?”
For more Heidi Powell – Click below:
Instagram -- Twitter -- Faceboook -- Blog
Topics of discussion:
[4:04] Suffering from an eating disorder
[13:40] Addiction
[15:00] Replacing a bad addiction with a healthy addiction
[16:40] Advice for anyone currently struggling/ recovering from addiction
[20:33] How to approach a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder
[31:16] How to form new habits
[45:00] Knowing your “why” vs. Knowing your “what”
[48:08] How to find your “why”
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This week I interview National Weightlifting Champion, Mattie Rogers. After just 3 years in the sport, she’s already become one of the best in the world in her class and is making moves towards joining the 2016 Rio Olympic Games – did I mention she’s not even 21 yet?! Not only that, but she’s consistently going 6/6 on her competition lifts, or in other words, she’s no joke. In this episode we talk about mental preparation, team mentality, how to approach your first competition lift, and how she went from gymnastics, to cheer leading, to CrossFit, to National Weightlifting Champion and a whole lot more.
Want more Mattie Rogers? – Click below:
Instagram: @mattiecakesssss
Facebook: Mattie Rogers – Athlete Page
Topics of discussion:
[4:55] Going 6/6 on your lifts & calming your nerves
[7:00] Working with Coach Danny Camargo
[8:30] Setting the Junior & Senior American records
[10:10] Setting standards for yourself & How to stay ahead of your competition
[11:45] “We decided to move up in weight class… and from that moment on it’s been craaazzyy”
[13:45] Team mentality – “we” VS. “me”
[14:45] Bombing the snatch in the American Open
[16:38] Prepping the week before a competition
[117:45] Do’s & Don’ts for competition day
[18:22] Competition rituals
[19:20] Mental preparation
[23:30] Role models
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It’s time to meet Jessica Lucero. For those of you who might be less familiar, Jessica is the reigning National ChampionWeightlifter in the 58-kilo category and also the American record-holder in the snatch in her weight group. She has over a decade ofexperience under her belt in the world of weightlifting and hasshown tremendous progress in her career in the last two years alonewhich may very well propel her into claiming a spot in the women’sNational Olympic Team. In this episode we get to hear what it’s like being in the trenches; from working with sports psychologists, to how bacon and pancakes can be your missing ingredient for setting PR’s, and a very interesting tool called Sports ImageryTraining.
Want to get to know Jessica even more? – Follow her on social media:
Instagram: @JessicaLucero9
Twitter: @jessicalucero97
Snapchat: JessicaS979
Topics of discussion:
[3:30] Being yourself will always work better than trying to be like your idols
[6:23] Avoiding negativity
[9:00] How focusing too much on others can actually hurt you
[13:15] How Jessica went from missing all her lifts in 2014 to setting the new American snatch record
[15:49] Finding motivation in weightlifting
[29:02] Sports Imagery Training – Do’s & Don't
[35:30] Diet/ Nutrition
[45:08] Role models & other weightlifters
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In this episode, I link up with the guys from Active Life RX to go over some of their injury prevention techniques including end-range strength & mobility, how to strengthen your tendons/ joints with tempo work, and structural balancing for your shoulders, ankle, hips, and more.
Injuries can be one of the most devastating experiences that athletes, or anyone for the matter, can go through. Not only can it completely halt all progress, but it can be a huge emotional and mental blow to all of the hard work you’ve already put in – so why wait until an injury to start caring for your body? It’s always better to be proactive than reactive and that’s exactly why you need to learn about “Performance Care” with @activeliferx
Click here to sign-up for Performance Care now.
Topics of discussion:
[3:28] Elite athletes on the Active Life Rx program
[7:15] Program/ philosophy
[10:25] How you can gain strength in end-range movements
[15:10] Why you should include carrying & holds into your workouts
[18:05] Tips for incorporating holds into your workouts
[21:36] What can Active Life RX do for you?
[29:25] Tempo work – what does it do & how does it work?
[33:50] The ActiveLifeRx quality
[43:10] Success stories
[49:07] Properly assessing injuries and learning how to prevent them
Links:
Check out our video podcast with Active Life RX from episode 4 here
Click here to sign-up for Performance Care now.
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California native, Ian Wilson began weightlifting at the age of 12. Fast forward 4 years later and he became the youngest American to clean & jerk 400lbs. As the sport of weightlifting increases in popularity in the U.S., so are Ian’s PR’s. How many 22 year olds do you know that are Front Squatting 540lbs? Go find the video on Instagram @iwilson1894, watching this dude lift is inspiring.
Big shout out to everyone who sent in some questions for this podcasts. In this episode we were able to get into Ian’s programming and how it’s evolved since he first started, his advice for beginners in the sport of weightlifting, role models like Butch Curry, Martin Pashov, Ivan Abadjiev and more. You’ll get to learn about his competition prep & training, why tapering can be so difficult, coming back from a shoulder injury, and even some tips for tall weightlifters. Enjoy the show.
Topics of discussion:
[5:30] Ian’s programming
[6:48] Advice for beginners in weightlifting
[7:50] Common lifting mistakes
[8:40] Biggest role models: Butch Curry, Martin Pashov, Ivan Abadjiev
[11:00] How surrounding yourself with people who are better than you can get you to PR faster
[15:19] Learn how Ian preps for competitions & his opinions on tapering
[17:55] Morning rituals for competition & why you need to stop over thinking!
[21:20] What are some of the best things to do for rotator cuff injuries & rehab?
[23:45] Trick lifts from Hysen Pulaku and Drew Canavero – you have to check these out:
[29:05] Some tips for tall weightlifters
[30:50] Leg strength + Back whip = Bigger lifts
[32:09] Why doesn’t Ian Wilson do Low Back Squats?
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What do Mat Fraser and Katrin Davidsdottir have in common? That’s right, Ben Bergeron. Whether you are an athlete trying to get to The Games or an affiliate owner trying to change lives and improve your community, Ben is the guy you want to be learning from. Join me as we learn about Ben’s coaching philosophy, programming, and his constant pursuit of excellence both in and outside of the gym.
After this episode you’re going to want to head over to CompTrain and Business of Excellence. Trust me, you’ll be upset you didn’t find these gems sooner.
Topics of discussion:
[2:40] “Putting first things first”
[4:08] Urgency VS. Importance / How to structure your day, tasks, responsibilities…etc.
[10:45] Mat Fraser after the 2015 Crossfit Games
[13:55] What do you expect from Games athletes?
[14:45] “Work:Recovery” Ratio
[15:58] Recovery methods: The “oil change” for the body, Normatec, Flossing… and more.
[17:25] HRV “Heart Rate Variability”, Monitoring workouts, Calculating rest days, Assessments, etc.
[22:20] Katrin Davidsdottir before & after Ben Bergeron
[24:03] Recommendations/ Resources for athletes
[26:50] Mistakes in your training that could be holding you back
[27:22] Training for The Open VS. training for Regionals
[33:48] Ben’s motto for Fitness & Health
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Julien Pineau, the owner of StrongFit and coach to all Crossfit Invictus athletes, has been involved in sports his entire life. At the age of 10 he was already playing soccer on a National level, and by 18 he found MMA and started his coaching career. He’s a movement specialist trained to visualize and correct proper human movement patterns, no matter what sport you come from. Every sport has its deficiencies, even Crossfit. So, in other words, Julien is the guy who can teach you how to fix these asymmetries and imbalances and avoid some of the most common injuries suffered by Crossfiters. What’s his secret? HINT: Balance -- I could try to explain this to you myself but it sounds a hell of a lot better with a French accent, enjoy!
Topics of interest:
[9:45] Principles VS. Methods
[13:00] Balance
[14:00] Increasing performance through “stress” & how to reach Balance/ Homeostasis
[15:00] Deficiencies in Crossfit training & Training all planes of motion – Sagittal, Frontal, Transverse
[16:00] Common deficiencies/imbalances in Crossfitters and Olympic lifters
[17:30] Why are more and more Crossfitters experiencing shoulder problems?
[19:10] Exercises and movements that can help reduce asymmetries – The “squat” of the upper body
[21:26] Functional Range Conditioning
[24:45] What is Hinging and why is it so important to sports and fitness?
[27:27] How to establish proper Hinge movement
[32:45] FIX THE HINGE!
[37:18] How you should be training your anaerobic system – Low skills, low eccentric
[44:00] Be smart about how you build intensity
[47:30] Controlling intensity – It’s not what you do, but HOW you do it
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Noah Ohlsen Podcast – Show notes
Noah Ohlsen has come a long way since starting Crossfit in 2010. Known for his perfect hair and boyish smile, He has won two Crossfit Games regional competitions, and finished 8th at the 2014 & 2015 Games. Tune in to check out his old school method to gaining 30+ pounds of lean muscle, working out with big leagues; Guido Trinidad & Chase Daniels, and his journey to his first Games appearance. It’s time you get familiar with the 8th fittest man in the world because he’s definitely going to be around for a while.
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In this episode you’ll learn:
[3:12] Dealing with critics and common misconceptions | Staying humble and mentally tough
[5:12] How Noah took his game to the next level | Surrounding yourself with people who are better than you | Finding outside motivation
[6:00] The infamous wheel barrel incident at the 2015 Crossfit Games | Overcoming set backs
[8:55] Noah’s thoughts of Guido as a mentor both in and outside of the gym | Finding good role models
[9:43] Who was Noah Ohlsen before Crossfit?
[13:30] Noah’s journey to qualifying for his first Crossfit Games
[16:02] Competitions outside of Crossfit | ECC, WODapalooza, DXB Fitness
[18:58] Going from 155lbs to 190lbs in 24 months | Weight gaining tips
[21:12] Noah’s supplement routine
[22:52] Tapering & recovering techniques for competitions | Percentage work
[25:13] Noah’s thoughts on the 2016 Open | Preparation, Strategy, and Mentality
[28:50] Post 2015 Crossfit Games season
[31:25] Finding motivation on the off season
[32:45] What’s next after Crossfit? | Noah’s plans for the future
Nick Sorrel has to be one of the best Gymnastic coaches in the Crossfit community. If you’re not already following him on Instagram (@nicksorrel) or working with him in our Brute Strength programs then you should be. This guy has a wealth of knowledge, and this podcast is just the tip of the iceberg. Take some notes or just soak it all in because things are about to get real gym-nasty.
In this episode you’ll learn:
[2:57] Life is a balancing act. Nick gives us a look into how he is able to manage his time between being a Surgeon, Brute Strength Head Coach, Husband and a Father.
[8:17] Collecting accomplishments VS. Collecting moments and living life with a purpose
[12:20] How to avoid getting burned out from all the responsibilities that life can throw at you
[13:58] Nick’s meaning of Faith, as described in “Mere Christianity” by C.S. Lewis
[16:18] Joining the Bruce Barbell/ Brute Strength team
[18:30] Pursuing the love of fitness through Coaching
[20:07] Implementing gymnastic progressions – “Bruce Barbell Manifesto”
[22:04] Common issues for Crossfitters in gymnastics & how Brute Strength makes improvements
[23:30] Building gymnastics foundation and establishing basic skills
[25:38] Breaking down all Crossfit gymnastics into lesser attributes – Core strength, Pushing strength, Pulling strength, Mobility, Dynamic movement, Positions
[27:50] How to build a successful Gymnastics progression
[31:08] How Brute Strength – Gymnastics incorporates skill work & skill days into your Crossfit training
[34:14] What Brute Strength – Gymnastics can do for you as an athlete/ Crossfit competitor
[38:32] The importance of body awareness and good form on the bar
[40:13] Flexibility VS. Strength in Crossfit gymnastics
[42:02] Biggest mistakes people make while inverted – Scapulohumeral rhythm, spinal accessory nerve
[44:00] Tips/ Techniques for better presses and hand stands
[46:43] Time under tension and what that means for your HSPUs
Resource Mentioned:
Brute Gymnastics Level 1 – a paradigm shift in the way you think about gymnastics.
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In this interview, we discuss the diet and training of a professional physique competitor with Steve Cook.
Last year Brooke Ence called me and asked me if I wanted to coach a “Big time bodybuilder.” I told her I had no experience whatsoever with bodybuilding and didn't know how I could help him. She explained that he wanted to do a little Crossfit type stuff and learn some weight lifting and gymnastics. I said yes. That guy was Steve Cook (@SteveCook).
Steve is one of the most recognized names in the fitness industry and has competed in the Men’s Physique category at Mr. Olympia for the past several years. What I found most interesting were the things about his personal life. How to process 900k Instagram followers, how to deal with self-doubt, and how to work through the fear of failure.
In this episode, we cover lots of different topics. Here’s a summary:
1) Should people even buy supplements if their diet is shitty? Should they just spend that extra money on higher quality food? In terms of losing body fat? In terms of gaining weight?
2) What is the difference in protein synthesis between whole foods and protein supplements? What effect does this have on body composition? Performance?
3) When an athlete is trying to cut bodyfat, the key is consistency, and a big factor in that is feeling full. If drinking calories takes away from this feeling of being full, do you still recommend it? Are there any athletes that need them more than others?
4) Is there a difference in taking straight dextrose vs. fruit, juice, sports drink, etc?
5) What is creatine and how do I use it?
6) What is the most reliable resource for quality information on supplementation for those that want to do the research on their own?
7) How can we verify where ingredients come from in certain supplements?
8) How beneficial are BCAAs to a Crossfit athlete and when should they be taken?
9) What exactly is ZMA and who is it good for? What about women?
10) Are there any ingredients that we should avoid in different supplements? How do we spot them?
11) If an athlete only has $50/month to spend on supplements, what should he or she take? How about $100? Where should they buy it from?
This week I interviewed the founders of the online yoga company ROMWOD. The guys that have made yoga cool to tens of thousands of fitnessers across the world.
If you don't know who they are yet, ROMWOD allows you to either follow their daily programming, or select specific muscles to prepare or recover. They also allow you to select how long you want each session to last creating an individualized feel.
ROMWOD is based on Yin Yoga, which incorporates long holds of up to 6 minutes. Where traditional yoga incorporates a flow and continuous movement, Yin Yoga is basically just getting into a pose and hanging out. It is incredibly relaxing and effective at getting muscles and joints to open up.
They go into the physiological response of the long holds, the benefits of focusing on the breath, and just how they made it cool to do yoga. Finally. Enjoy the Show.
This week I interviewed the host of ABC's TV show Extreme Weightloss Chris Powell. I met Chris a little over a year ago and have been inspired by him in so many ways. We come from similar backgrounds having struggled with substance abuse and addiction. His story of crawling out of his own rock bottom and going on to change millions of lives is absolutely incredible.
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This week I interviewed a good friend and former coach of mine Dusty Hyland. He needs no introduction. Plain and simple he is one of the very best, and it shows in his athlete's performances.