Coming face to face with a tough workout or competition brings up anxiety and fear for everyone. So what can you actually do to make it better? Today we’re talking about the moment Marcus wanted to quit, as well as the smaller tips and tricks we use to get us through blah days or intimidating […]
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Podcast Following up on the “Natty or Not” episode, today we’re talking about transparency in the fitness industry. Nobody wants the wool pulled over their eyes when they buy a training or nutrition program – hear our thoughts on what goes on behind the scenes in fitness marketing, and how to spot snake oil vs.
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Podcast We all want to defy the odds and head into our later years fantastically fit. But not only do our bodies change, our lives get more complex – which means less energy to chase PRs, and more stress in the bucket. But there are more ways than one to make progress – listen in
Podcast What do you do when you’ve been seduced by a training method or nutrition craze, only to find yourself questioning why your shoulders are still jacked up, or why you’re still putting on unwanted weight? For true longevity and sustainability in any method, there will come a point when you need to adapt day to day for your own unique
Why I’m Not Your Guru – Becoming a Thinking Athlete Read More »
Podcast Have you ever been in a training program with different tracks, and haven’t been sure which to choose – so you choose them all? Or have you hopped from one training style to another, and had trouble sticking to one thing? Today we’re talking about how shiny new things can keep your motivation high
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Podcast The kettlebell has evolved from fringe training tool to household fitness staple – so we’re talking about how to get the most from your minimalist training. From pre-hab or rehabbing injuries, to strength work, to skill work and conditioning, kettlebells give you a ton of variety whether used by themselves or in combination with other equipment. Come learn
Podcast If you come from a CrossFit background you’re likely familiar with the Open. Drawing on Marcus’s extensive competitive and coaching background, we’ll cover how Functional Bodybuilding intersects with the Open, who should definitely sign up, and what happens when you attempt an Open workout on zero sleep – plus a bonus tip for anyone
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Podcast The feeling of getting stronger and fitter is what motivates many people to keep coming back to the gym. But we all know there’s a limit to how much we can lift. Aside from adding more weight to the bar week by week, there are many ways Functional Bodybuilding can still help you chase
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Podcast Have you ever been in a training program with different tracks, and haven’t been sure which to choose – so you choose them all? Or have you hopped from one training style to another, and had trouble sticking to one thing? Today we’re talking about how shiny new things can keep your motivation high
Program Hopping Pleasures and Pitfalls Read More »
The feeling of getting stronger and fitter is what motivates many people to keep coming back to the gym. But we all know there’s a limit to how much we can lift. Aside from adding more weight to the bar week by week, there are many ways Functional Bodybuilding can still help you chase a feeling of progress. Listen in for some other ways to think about progressive overload, and how to stay connected to your training past the point of PRs.
Progressive Overload – Beyond PRs Read More »
