In this episode, we talk about why personalized programming is best, how to use reactive periodization based on athlete feedback, and how to succeed in fitness by playing the long game.
#039: Athletes Self-Coaching vs. Hiring a Fitness Coach
Do you need to hire a professional fitness coach or can you successfully pull off self coaching? Hear my thoughts as an athlete who has been on both sides of this debate.
#038: Turn Up The (Training) Volume
CrossFit tests multiple conditioning events to find the athlete with the best overall fitness. So if you want to maximize your performance, you have to increase the training you’re doing.
#037: Justin Cotler on Coaching an Elite CrossFit Athlete Camp
In this episode, we discuss what it takes to run one of the world’s most premier training camps for CrossFit Games athletes, featuring: Kari Pearce, Bethany Shadburn, Danielle Brandon, Tola Morakinyo and Matt Dlugos.
#036: Battery: Training for Weightlifting Tests in CrossFit
In CrossFit, you typically only “earn the right” to Snatch or Clean & Jerk heavy mid-workout or after a MetCon. So, let’s develop your capacity for battery!
#035: Bryan St. Andrews on Assessment & Athlete Development
In this episode, Bryan and Ben talk about assessing athletes, effective testing protocols, embracing the process, and how to find a coach that’s a good fit for you.