Fruit is sure better than chocolate but in this show we let you know how to use it the best: -We need a certain amount of sugar in our diet -Fruit for sure is better than chocolate bars -Thick skin v thin skin fruit -Moderate intake
One of the biggest questions we get - how do I develop mental toughness? Andre asks Marcus these questions: -What is your definition of mental toughness/grit? -How do you develop mental toughness? -Can you learn mental toughness or are you born with it? -Is talent overrated? -Who are the toughest athletes on the planet by your definition?
Yes our body needs a certain amount of sugar so best to get it from the natural sources such as: -Honey -Dates -Maple syrup -Fruit
Questions and answers. These were your questions. Have a listen to the show for our answers: -Why the name InnerFight? Where does it come from? -Fruit (sugar) before or after training? See podcast 349 also coming out in a few weeks -Why is it so hard to be consistent in your diet? -What do you think about counting Macros? Does it work? What is it? -Apple pie or chocolate cake. Or both? -Are oats good for you? Why do more X fitters eat them? -Is Vegan the new Paleo? Why is everyone turning vegan ...
The million dollar question. What does CrossFit really make you better at. These are a few of our thoughts. Check out the show! -Triathlon -Running -Confidence to do anything -CrossFit is varied just like life so it prepares you for life
You asked the questions, we have given the answers. Thanks to everyone who sent their questions in, enjoy the answers. -Thoughts on the games this year? True test of fitness? Better than past years? Drugs? -What is the one thing you wish people would stop doing in the gym -Cardio v Weightlifting? Which is better for losing fat -Thoughts? Programming heavy load / only training during periods of reduced calorie intake / dieting. -How much training is too much for someone relatively new? How do you...
Your body needs rest but what really is a rest day? -How many should I have a week? -When do I know if I need one? -What is an active rest day? -Should all my rest days be active?
A new show format where we answer your questions. On this weeks list: -Replacing pull ups -Moving into endurance sports -What do I eat between lunch and dinner? -Should women take protein?
All you need to know about pre and post workout shakes: -What are they? -What do they have in them? -Do they work? -Are they healthy? -Who should be taking them? -But what if I need a pick up or boost?
Movement is the basis of everything we do, how is yours? We dig into this broad topic in this weeks show: -What is movement? -How can we move better? -What limits our movement? -Who to look out for
Muscles sore? Feel tired? This 3 minute show will help you to recover faster and perform better: -Drink water and not sugar -Eat well -Sleep -Plan your training smartly
What about getting out and exploring the great outdoors in safe, organized and fun races: -Some of the UAE’s highest peaks -Through sand or trails -On a bike or on foot -For fun and community
We all know the frustration of ripped hands keeping us from doing what we love...training. Here is 5 things that will prevent you from tearing your hands apart when you train: -Use grips. Jaw grips(cotton) or Victory grips (leather) -Wash your hands after training -Learn how to loosen your grip -Tape your hands correctly -Stop before you rip
In this show we want to highlight some bits of technology that we feel will help people monitor and measure their performance. When something is measured it becomes manageable and motivation rises: -Heart rate monitors -Training peaks -My fitness pal -CrossFit apps
Want to live pain free and boost your performance? Here are 5 things you can do daily to make that happen: 1: Samson stretch with rotation 2: Pigeon stretch 3: Hang from bar or rings 4: Sit in the bottom of your squat and move around 5: Shoulder rotations
Marcus Filly is a veteran at the CrossFit Games and Phoenix Rise grid league team captain: -The importance of fitness -The importance of having a coach -Understanding programming -Functional bodybuilding
Which shoes should I be buying? -What sport are you doing -Do you have any foot/biomechanics issues -What feels comfortable for you -It’s ok to have a few pairs of training shoes -Wash those training shoes from time to time
Ever thought what being totally vegan would do to your body life and performance? Kevin joins us in this show to share his experiences: -What is veganism -How much protein do we really need -What are the impacts on performance of a plant based diet -The future of food
Traveling this summer and want to arrive at your destination fresh and ready to go? Here are some things you can do to make that happen: 1.Hydrate: before and during 2.Move: Around the plane, do not sit still for too long, workout lightly before and after the flight 3.Eat well: Aeroplane food is not traditionally great so be prepared by taking your own 4.Sleep: Get your body into the new time zone by being strict with your sleep
Toufic went to the worlds deepest cave to overcome his fears and he shares his unreal experiences in this show: -What is fear -Doing things to overcome your fears -What is the other option -Keep testing your body and mind
Your core covers the biggest area of your body, here are 4 ways to keep it strong: -Plank -Hollow holds / rocks -Rotational work -Animal flow
Dieter Roylance understands performance, having worked with leading actors and world class athletes, he shares his thoughts and techniques: -The importance of attitude in performance -Keeping things simple but thinking smart -How society views performance -The importance of evolving and being open
You can use technology to perform better at life: -Apps that you need in your life -Don’t forget to ask yourself how you feel -Remember to enjoy, not too much obsessing -Stay focused
Nike Coach Tom tells us all about the importance of authenticity and community in this weeks show as well as his thoughts on #breaking2 -Everyone good starts small -Keeping a consistent message is the key -Think about a positive impact first and money will come -Small steps all the way
Dominate this summer by following a simple plan: -Workout while on your holiday -Control your food intake -Sleep more than you think you need to -Align your goals with your actions
Rob Orlando is one of the originals of CrossFit, great to have him on the show: -Making it to the games in 2009 and 2016 -The importance of strongman movements for everyone -Following a class program is all that you need -Create community and you win
Time to stop making excuses and playing the blame game, time to take Total Ownership of your life: -Stop blaming others -Who cares abut the weather -Control the things you can control -Own the situation
2 heart surgeries and fighting fit with an insanely positive attitude, that’s this weeks guest Shadi: -Being dead but being alive -Preparing for a second heart surgery -Focusing on what you can change -Living a simple life
Scared? Got fear? Is that stopping you from achieving awesome things? This show is for you: -Define your fear -What is it you are afraid of -What do you really want -Take action, make things happen
Anna Roberts has a clear mission to help people “give their ideas a voice.” She joins us in this show talking: -How we communicate and the importance of it -Training people to present themselves better -The life of a solo-preneur
