Garage Gym Athlete

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16: Timing of Rest Days (does it matter?) and Anatomical Geometry Aug 26, 2019

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This week are focus on those who have to cram their workouts in consecutive days, such as over the weekend, verses spreading them out and getting adequate rest. Does it really impact your progress and performance? We also reveal a new concept and giving a peak behind the curtain to our next cycle. This weeks workout is Sallys Revenge.

15: Running up a Mountain & the Mindset of Elite Performers Aug 19, 2019

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Hey Athletes, today is a slightly different episode. We have on one of our athletes that completed our coaching certification but we get into the fact that he just complete the Navy Seal Kokoro and has another epic event later this year. We also get into Joe's race in Colorado this past week, Jerred's bike race prep, and the difference in world class champions. This weeks workout is called River Heist.

14: Grounding for Improved Athletic Recovery & Reduction in Inflammation Aug 12, 2019

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This week our study is very cool and unique. We are going over grounding and how it can improve recovery and performance. Never heard of grounding? then definitely tune in! the study was pretty amazing and its also something that everybody can implement for very little buy in. We also talk about different energy systems we use in training and how to best execute those. Lastly, this weekend workout is Grog Bowl, and if you know what that is you should be a little worried.

13: The Dichotomy of Nutrition Aug 05, 2019

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This week we dive into nutrition. This is a topic we could talk about endlessly, it can be a hot topic and everybody seems to have their own opinion. Probably because everybody needs different nutrition. Our study tackles different way to assess your nutrition needs and then we dive into our tips on the first step you need to take. We also give a few book recommendations. Lastly this weeks workout is brand new, and i called the confused 5K.

12: SLEEP Jul 29, 2019

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Hey Athletes, This week we talk about, you guessed it, SLEEP! Sleep is super important and we go over a few studies that showed the effects of sleep and some practices to implement to help your performance. We also talk about our own sleep habits, what helps us and are good things to implement to help your sleep. The workout for this week is super simple, just a 60 minute run. BUT as usual, simple, not easy.

11: Lifting Fast, Travel Tips, & Condition Me to the Grave Jul 22, 2019

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Hey athletes! We play a little bit of catch up on our fitness progress. The study we talk about this week is geared toward muscle activation when lifting fast and at greater loads/intensities. Then since we do a bit of traveling we wanted to talk about fitness and nutrition while traveling. Some things to remember, our tips and what's most important to focus on. Lastly, the workout for this week is Condition Me To The Grave and it is one of or top loved, hated, hardest, classic workouts at Eo3.

10: 6 Things to Do (and 2 things NOT to do) in between sets, Using Fitness to Dig Out of Dark Places, and Patriot Jul 15, 2019

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This week we are talking about what you should do while you rest between working sets in the gym. is it best to sit? drink? depends what you're doing, and also what NOT to do. We also talk with Ashley and some of the post pregnancy struggles. Lastly, this weeks workout is Patriot, inspired by a previous podcast guess who played in the NFL.

S8E11: The Death of Program Hopping with Hard to Kill Police Officer Marshall Chandler Jul 01, 2019

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Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights:

Police officer
Olympic lifting in a garage
going from fun to functional

About our Garage Gym Athletes:

The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

S8E10: H2K to Endure and Tackling Ultras with Chris Dinnel Jul 01, 2019

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Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: