IST CrossFit Podcast

This week we talk about: CrossFit Open CrossFit Quarterfinals Coaching different personalities Coaching competitive athletes Increasing motivation

This week we talk about: Fitness update Tantrums: Hockey players are the toughest What is the most important quality (strength, endurance, flexibility, etc) for a CrossFitter to have? What quality is the hardest to develop?

This week we talk about: Chris Bell's thoughts on Usher and the Superbowl Does your trainer/coach/doctor need to be in shape?

This week we talk about: Weightlifting with long limbs How to decide what days to attend class? (5:20) How to get better at Toe to Bar (8:00) What does it mean to be consistent? (12:10) Nutrition on off days (15:10) How to get the most out of a recovery day (16:40) How to improve strength in a lift outside of class (19:25) What got each of you (coaches) into CrossFit (22:55) Country Music Friday (25:30)

This week we talk about: Chris doing 2 pull ups (13 reps in the tank) The Grammys Nutrition tips Making protein convenient Gas station food/airport food How to easily increase calorie intake Snacking strategies

This week we talk about: Updates on the coaches training Tantrums: Bragging about waking up early, fake morning routines, and influencers Are you prepared for the Open? What do you need to be able to handle, for safety! Our least favorite open workouts Our favorite open workouts

This week we talk about: CrossFit Open / GameDay Tantrums: Oppenheimer winning awards The impossible battle of finding good information online Who we trust/listen to Red flags Talking in absolutes Using physical appearance to support claims Using emotion to influence views

This week we talk about: Wodapalooza and the CrossFit Open Tantrums: Youth consumption of caffeine What is pain? Are we all experiencing pain? How much is normal? When should we start to worry if its too much pain? Do cavemen and plants feel pain?

This week we talk about: CrossFit Open start date Tantrums: Ripped celebrities selling stuff on magazines One week of programming at IST Strength programming - theory, progression and reasoning Conditioning programming - theory, progression and reasoning

This week we talk about: Catching up with the coaches Our favorite memory of the year Tantrums: Joe Rogan Podcast How to set the right types of goals Putting the right amount of pressure on yourself Improve accountability How many goals can you work towards at once When to pull back from training hard

This week we talk about: Dubai CrossFit Competition Diet Pop Gear for CrossFit

This week we talk about: CrossFit Affiliate Fees Tantrums: Hockey players are the best athletes Benefits of snatching and clean and jerk Developing athleticism and power safely Qualities improved by snatching Bone density

This week we talk about: News: GameDay Competition coming to Twin Cities Tantrums: Cold Plunges Getting motivated for noobs Avoiding injury How long do you hold onto fitness/strength during time off Staying motivated for the OGs

This week we talk about: CrossFit Quarterfinals Updates Tantrums: Do Games Athletes Use PEDs 3 Simple Nutrition Tips Liquid Calories Meal Planning Mindful Eating

This week we give an update on what is going on at IST. We also talk about what CrossFit really is and if we think everyone should be doing CrossFit.

This is a quick informative podcast about how the IST CrossFit Open will run. We talk about the schedule and what to expect for the week of workouts leading up to it. If you are participating, judging, or interested in how we approach training during competitions, this will be a great listen for you!

This week the coaches talk about the shortcomings in their early development. We talk about what we would change if we could go back in time and how we think it could positively influence our future.

This week the coaches talk about the benefits of participating in the CrossFit Open. We have touched on this topic a few times over the years and continually find additional reasons why we think it can be one of the best experiences.

This week the coaches talk about the worst workouts they have heard of or performed themselves. They primarily focus on workouts that are high risk and low reward. What's the worst workout you've heard about or performed?

This week the coaches talk about how to train for CrossFit and another event at the same time. We talk specifically about combining CrossFit and running, triathlon and other sports like darts/golf. Enjoy!