Best Fitness Experiment Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 1 - The Episode Where Jesse and Chett Finally Talk About Themselves! 46:45

4y ago46:45

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Hey guys, we're back with season 3! We wanted to kick things off with something we hate doing - talking about ourselves. So in this episode you'll learn about: - Where we grew up, how we grew up, the sports we played - People who shaped us including family and friends and more - What led us to our career, what would we change, what we've learnt alo…

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Ep. 15 - Is Keto The Optimal Diet For Serious CrossFit Athletes!? 1:05:14

4+ y ago1:05:14

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There’s been some big claims as of late that “any serious crossfit athletes should try keto.” We don’t quite buy this! We break down the physiology behind ketogenic diets, and why they are NOT the same as a ‘low carb’ diet. We discuss the exact ketogenic studies they used to claim “greater fat loss, retention of 1RM strength, and refuelling of glyc…

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Ep. 14 - Rehab Myths with Dr. CJ DePalma 1:00:09

5y ago1:00:09

1:00:09

We have a very special guest for you this week. None other than The Movement Doc, Dr. CJ DePalma. CJ is a DPT (Doctor of Physiotherapy) and runs a physical therapy clinic in Pensacola, Florida. He also plays a vital role with the world renowned WODPrep. CJ specializes in pain management and rehabilitation through a unique approach of education and …

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Ep. 13 - James Wilks (The Game Changers) Rebuttal, and Holiday Hacks! 1:07:37

5y ago1:07:37

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The Game Changers returns! James Wilks was on the Joe Rogan podcast a couple weeks ago to "debate" Chris Kresser on the credibility of the Game Changers documentary. He made some incredibly compelling arguments in favour of the film....or atleast it seemed that way. Find out in this weeks episode how James has fooled everyone. We also cover some ho…

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Ep. 12: Canadian Functional Fitness; Training, Competing, Pushing the Sport Forwards, and Upcoming Seminars! 1:01:31

5y ago1:01:31

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Get the low down on Canadian Functional Fitness! The 6 unique tests of fitness, what makes functional fitness unique from crossfit, upcoming seminars in LONDON AND AREA to help you prep, train, or coach athletes for qualification and competition in functional fitness. Functional fitness is set to make its debut at the NEXT summer olympics (after th…

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Ep. 11: The Biggest Fitness Industry Myths: Cardio for Weight Loss, Creatine, Macros, and more! 1:00:08

5y ago1:00:08

1:00:08

We are debunking some of the biggest fitness myths on this episode! Do you need to do more cardio for fat loss? Is calories in vs. calories out the only important metric? Is creatine steroids? Should your grandma strength train? How much protein can we absorb in one sitting? And so much more! TFE CONTACT Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experimen…

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Ep. 10: Barriers That Are PREVENTING YOU From Improving Your Athletic Performance: Training Habits and Nutrition 1:09:06

5y ago1:09:06

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Sometimes less is more, and this holds particularly true in sports....and again, even more true in the sport of functional fitness and crossfit. Young and old athletes alike often train UNINTENTIONALLY and WITHOUT A PLAN, often doing extra volume that what is required and causing more harm than good. What are we talking about? We are talking about …

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Ep. 9: Chett's Carnivore Diet Experiment 1:03:57

5y ago1:03:57

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This week we talk about my (Chett) ongoing experiment with the carnivore diet. I've completely removed all vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds, wheat and breads, processed goods, drinks, everything! I share some of the profound benefits I've experienced after only ONE WEEK! We also share some stories of other people reversing and even curing chronic…

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Ep. 8: Physiotherapy Techniques, Approaching Injuries, and Fitness with the PTCOFFEECAST 1:11:15

5y ago1:11:15

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ATTENTION! Will and Dalton are raising money for the 24 Hours of Heroes fund, an incredible cause that raises money for the WOUNDED WARRIORS CANADA charity. Today on the podcast Will and Dalton from the PTCOFFEECAST join us! Will and Dalton are both PTs, and completed their training in physiotherapy school at Western University; a prestigious and h…

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Ep. 6 -Part 2: Critical Thinking, Experiences with Students in Highschool, Dealing with Challenge & Struggle and more! 1:11:35

5y ago1:11:35

1:11:35

This is part 2 of the episode we recorded with Deon Keller. This is the ULTIMATE critical thinking podcast. This one is tough to summarize because it is THAT good. Deon shares some of his experiences as a highschool teacher, including how 'critical thinking' skills have dramatically shifted for some. We discuss the great importance of learning to d…

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S.2 Ep.6: Blood Work Results, Fitness Experience, and Nutrition Tips with Deon Keller - Part 1 1:02:39

5y ago1:02:39

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We have a very special guest for you guys today. Deon Keller joins us on the podcast today. He is a high schooler teacher but also a successful strength & conditioning coach. In part 1, we talk about Deon's recent in depth lab work he had completed. We go over inflammatory markers, hormones, liver function and more, and discuss what they mean. We a…

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S.2 Ep.5: The Game Changers Documentary, Why Cholesterol is NOT The Enemy, Is Plant Based the Answer for Athletes? The Carnivore Diet and more! 1:06:29

5y ago1:06:29

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I know I've said this before but I really mean in now.....this is a mindblowing episode that you do not want to miss. We discuss so many 'popular concepts' of health & nutrition that just may shatter your existing paradigm. The recent documentary on Netflix, the Game Changers, suggests that plant-based nutrition is the answer for athletes wishing t…

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S.2 Ep. #4 - The 10 000 Hour Rule for Skill Acquisition, Neural Firing, 3 Steps to Better Oly Lifts, Conscious vs. Unconscious Aspects of Training and Sport, and more 50:08

5y ago50:08

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Wayne Gretzky, Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, and the stars today have all satisfied the 10 000 hour rule; the amount of time it takes to build neural connections in the brain to make a skill 'autonomous'. In other words, they were not simply born or blessed with all of their skill, they put in 10 000 + hours as young kids honing their craft. Find ou…

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S.2 Ep. #3- Why Nutrition and Training Plans MUST Constantly Change for Progress, Bile and Fat Digestion, Effect of Winning on Testosterone, Hockey Specific Plans and More! 59:31

5y ago59:31

59:31

"Can you write me a meal plan" or "can you write me a workout plan" are both questions we have struggled with....Can I write you one and make a quick buck? Sure. Should you follow it for the next year, or even for the next 4 months? In most cases, hell no! But this is a TOUGH point to get across. In this episode we discuss reasons why nutrition and…

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Season 2 Ep. 2 - What Makes a Sport a Sport? Is 'Gaming' a Sport? Is NASCAR a Sport? How the Hell Do These Relate to Physical Fitness!? 1:00:53

5y ago1:00:53

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This is a thought provoking episode! We take a little bit of a new perspective in this one and debate what makes a sport a sport! Is gaming, NASCAR, chess a sport? You will also find out how/why these actually DO require physical fitness, how being aerobically fit could benefit these 'athletes', what brain health has to do with all of this. We also…

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Season 2 Ep. 1 - The Fitness Experiment Returns! 58:41

5y ago58:41

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We are back, with season 2, and a whole whack of new content, programs, services, and more! In THIS episode we talk about what we've been working on, upcoming guests, changes for season 2, VIP programs, fitness & nutrition programs, new content and SO MUCH MORE that it's too difficult to summarize.... 0:00 - What we have been up to... 5:15- Our Fav…

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The Fitness Experiment LIVE Preview Show - Advance YOUR Fitness! 59:09

5+ y ago59:09

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Get an exclusive sneak peek on the following content! ADVANCED MOVEMENT: -How to Your Assess Strengths & Weaknesses, Avoiding Traps of Offensive Progressions, Programming Customized to YOUR Assessment Scores PHYSIOLOGICAL: - Master YOUR Circadian Rhythm, Nutrients for Hypertrophy, Advanced Tools For Recovery (in Training AND in Competition) Don't m…

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#36- Biohacks for Training at Different Times of the Day 59:59

5+ y ago59:59

59:59

How does preworkout fuel, nutrition, and habits change if you're working out at 5 AM vs. 7:30PM? Mid day? Mid afternoon? What about training 2x per day? What is the 'optimal' time of day to workout based on muscle protein synthesis, blood flow, and central nervous system activity? Find all of this out and more in this week's episode! ATTENTION! THE…

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#35 - Infra Red Light Increases Muscle Growth After Training, and The Fear of Failure Debunked 59:45

5+ y ago59:45

59:45

Research supporting the effectiveness of infra red light for muscle growth and recovery is so strong that some experts have suggested it be banned in sports. No joke. We also discuss in detail why the fear of failure may in fact just be lack of preparation. ---SHERRIFF'S PERFORMANCE ACADEMY--- Fitness programs that reflect client goals, assessment …

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#34 - The Power of Breath for Optimal Performance, Health, Wellbeing, and Stress Resiliency 59:05

5+ y ago59:05

59:05

Have you heard about the powers of nasal breathing? Diaphragmatic breathing? Don't miss this episode if you want to know how to take advantage of your breath for improved aerobic capacity, better recovery, less stress, improved wellbeing, more nitric oxide, higher heart rate variability (HRV), more parasympathetic nervous activity and more! BOOK >>…

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#33- The Athlete Mindset: Injury as a Stepping Stone, Charles Poloquin Tips, Perspective and more 47:32

5+ y ago47:32

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What does it mean to be an athlete? What have you learnt from being an athlete? We continue our discussion on using injuries as a "stepping stone" to improvement and self growth. We also delve into a few of the masterful tips recommended by the late great Charles Poloquin, the man who learnt a new language strictly so that he could read about forei…

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#32 - Professional Sports ft. Brett Welychka: Athletic Challenges, Concussions & Concussion Pathology, Off-ice Training and More 1:17:40

5+ y ago1:17:40

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We sat down with good friend Brett Welychka and discussed in detail his continued experiences with professional hockey. Brett played four seasons with the London Knights OHL Hockey Team, then moved onto Carleton University for 3 seasons. Last year, his spent time in the AHL and ECHL, and is now set to move onto new and exciting professional hockey …

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#31- Assessing Motivation for Athletes, Entrepreneurs, Business, and Health 1:03:36

5+ y ago1:03:36

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Frankly, this one is hard to summarize, but if you are any of the above I can tell you that you will NOT want to miss this one. We unpack the meaning of motivation; what it means in sports, in business, how to create motivation, how it is linked to anxiety and stress, how you can increase motivation in your 'arena of choice' and so much more. This …

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#30 - Assessment Tools for Strength & Conditioning, Inflammation, Allostatic Load, Athlete Performance, and much more! 59:58

5+ y ago59:58

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How do you check in with your personal fitness and nutrition? Do you? Do you use subjective measures like energy and mood? Or do you prefer hard data like one rep maxes, heart rate variability, and body fat percentage? We talk about a number of assessment tools we use in the coaching business, for both competitive athletes and health junkies. Jesse…

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#29- Huge Problems With The Crossfit Games, Effects of Alcohol on mTOR, Body Composition, Testosterone, and Fitness 57:08

5+ y ago57:08

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In this episode, we discuss some of the massive problems with crossfit games qualifying. There has been a slew of individuals who initially qualified for the games, who are now out due to improper movement standards in their submitted videos. This is only a fraction of the problem(s) that have emerged since the new formatting, and we discuss these …

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#28- Biomedical Engineering with Jerry Ennett: Prosthetic Limbs, 3D Printing, The Current Advancements in Athlete Performance 1:02:08

5+ y ago1:02:08

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We are thrilled to have this guest on the podcast, Jerry Ennett is an entrepreneur, biomedical engineering graduate, athlete, and educator. He is the founder of Taurus 3D, which has provided kids with prosthetic devices all around the world. As an intern at 3D4MD, he was a lead designer in multiple projects, including the first medical device to ev…

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#27- Consequences of Rapid "Summer Shred" Programs, Hormonal Changes to Dieting, is Keto Optimal for Fat Loss? Muscle Preserving Effects of Ketones 1:05:00

5+ y ago1:05:00

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We discuss in details in the ins and out of "cutting", getting "shredded" and weight loss in general. There is a big difference between sustainable and unsustainable approaches, which are you doing? We discuss the metabolic problems of RAPID and AGGRESSIVE weight loss protocols. Get to know the hormonal changes we see; testosterone and sex hormones…

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The Secret to Living More Creatively, Less Cluttered, and Laser Focused 27:45

5+ y ago27:45

27:45

In this episode we dive deep into the real reason why you need a brain break and how it maximizes your ability to keep moving forward to avoid burnout!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fitness-experiment/support

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#26- Banned Substances in Over the Counter Supplements, More Things to Look for When Buying, Are Supplements All That Important for Health & Performance? 52:22

5+ y ago52:22

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Positive drug tests as a result of athletes taking over the counter supplements is becoming more and more common. In this episode we cover details on this phenomenon; who, what, why and how is this happening? We provide more details on what to look for when buying, how to confirm a product is safe for use in sports and much more. We also assess the…

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#25- Supplement Scams and Omega-3 Fish Oil: Muscle Protein Synthesis, EPA vs. DHA, Triglyceride vs. Ethyl Ester vs. Phospholipid, How to Read Supplement Labels 54:55

5+ y ago54:55

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In this episode we dig into the nitty gritty of the supplement industry. Why you must look very closely at the ingredients when buying a protein powder, and any other supplement for that matter. We cover all things fish oil.....omega-3 fish oil is one of the most promising health supplements there is, period. The problem? Over 70% of them on the ma…

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#24 - w/ Dr. Lindsay Martens: Hormones, Menstrual Cycle Specific Training & Nutrition, Xenoestrogens, Detoxification and more! 59:52

5+ y ago59:52

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We are super excited to welcome Lindsay Martens to the show! Lindsay is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine who specializes in Naturopathic Fertility treatments. She uses an innovative blend of new research and ancient remedies to bring hormonal balance back to individuals. On this episode we dig into some specifics on WHEN and HOW to train based on …

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#23- Functional Body Building, Biomechanics in Training & Rehab, Training Smart vs. Training MORE 59:43

5+ y ago59:43

59:43

In this week's episode we about incorporating "functional body building" and strict work into your training. Whether you are just starting, a regular group class member, or a budding superstar, you must master these basics first, and forever continue to incorporate them. We also talk about injury prevention and rehabilitation. Find out how to train…

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#22- Is Low Sodium to Blame for Sugar Cravings and Obesity? Fast Food and Health, Experiences of First Responders 57:34

5+ y ago57:34

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This is PART 2 of our obesity podcast. What is the obesity epidemic and what are the major causes/potential solutions? We talk about the physiological effects of low sodium in the brain, and how it modulates dopaminergic neurons in the Nucleus Accumbens and beyond. How is it related to sugar cravings, is there a potential connection!? Tune in to fi…

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#21 - Physiology of Yo-Yo Dieting and the "Set Point", Resting Metabolic Rates, Movement & Fitness Education for Kids, How to Deal with Obesity 55:05

5+ y ago55:05

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Part 1 of a 2 part series on how and why obesity has become so common. In this episode we discuss why 95% of people who lose weight regain it all or more within three years. We talk about the physiology of yo yo dieting (yes there is a scientific explanation for this) and the set point. We debate potential changes in schools and in society to try a…

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#20- Artificial Sweeteners and Your Gut Microbiome, Glucose Tolerance, Sympathetic Nervous System Activity During Open Season, and Open Mindset! 58:50

5+ y ago58:50

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Episode number 20! Thank you for listening. We talk about a recent meta-analysis that was published showing that artificial sweeteners (AS) do NOT cause obesity, cancer, or lead to changes in RMR. We also discuss studies that were not mentioned in this review, and that raise a few questions on this conclusion. It's officially OPEN season! And yo be…

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For the Love of YOU 15:49

5+ y ago15:49

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This episode is all about living your life to love yourself.To wake up every single day proud and happy to be who you are.To never look at others and wish you had what they had.To be strong and independent when you're alone.And to learn how to occupy your time if you start to feel lonely or bored!If you like what you hear please consider supporting…

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#19- Jillian Michaels Bashes Crossfit, then Attacks the Ketogenic Diet 59:41

5+ y ago59:41

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More influencers spreading misleading and misinformed garbage. Find out what the former tv star of the biggest loser/celebrity trainer Jillian Michaels had to say about Crossfit; you won't believe what comes out of her mouth! She didn't stop there, she then turned her sights to the Ketogenic Diet and tried to take it down with some laughable and no…

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Your Trendy Gut 25:00

6y ago25:00

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In this episode, we talk about the gut. What it is, how it can be damaged, probiotics and prebiotics and what gut health means for your body and mind.The gut and the microbiota that inhabit it play an incredible role across the entire body and can be the catalyst to creating wellness!Love the show? You can support us here —> https://anchor.fm/fitne…

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#18- Factoring in Cortisol & Stress During Exercise Recovery, Strategies for the Open; Scaled or Rx??, Nutrition & Supplement Tactics for Repeating Workouts 58:46

6y ago58:46

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Why is it that workouts during the open, workouts during competitions, or competitive games in sports take such a massive toll on the body? The sheer volume is NOT any greater than it is in training, in fact, it is often LESS. Well, it's the stress and anxiety of competing, it's the biological effects of cortisol, and everything in between that mak…

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The Myth of Fitness Before Nutrition 10:05

6y ago10:05

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In this episode, we talk about the reasons why a fitness program cannot give you the results you truly want. If your Nutrition is not already dialed in. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fitness-experiment/support

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#17- Fitness Industry Scams, J-Lo Instagram Posts, and More Surprising Crossfit Changes 59:35

6y ago59:35

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You get told something is free and so you show up for a fitness consultation. A few marketing tricks and mind games later, you're getting suckered into putting down your credit card for a "fitness challenge." The catch? "We will only take your money if you don't lose the weight!" OK fine, but it turns out the support and resources to actually succe…

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#16- The Physiology of Training When Sick, and Programming for Clients When There is Pushback 54:27

6y ago54:27

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Is it beneficial or detrimental to exercise when you're sick? Does the type of sickness matter? Is it similar to training when sleep deprived? What goes on in the brain when you do this? We also talk about programming fitness AND nutrition for clients when there is PUSHBACK. What do you do? Is it challenging? And much more! Enjoy! ---SHERRIFF'S PER…

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Mo Sleep...Mo Betta 22:33

6y ago22:33

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Welcome back to the Fitness Experiment Podcast! We’re excited to be back in action on the New Year and kick off the year with an episode devoted to SLEEP! Arguably one of the most important pieces of our lives. Listen in and you’ll learn why lack of sleep is akin to a carcinogen, why going to bed too early might cause problems, how you focus on “sl…

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The New Canadian Food Guide - Our Thoughts 32:05

6y ago32:05

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In this episode we talk through the brand new and recently release Canadian Food Guide. The good, and where’s there’s room for improvement!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fitness-experiment/support

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#15- Are Pre-workout Supps BS? L-Citruline and Ingredients for Performance, and Coaching Tactics 51:54

6y ago51:54

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The Fitness Experiment is BACK after a short break. We are pumped to bring you the BEST content yet, in 2019. All the information you've ever wanted on supplements, fitness, top coaching & programming tricks, hormones, athlete recovery, goal setting, mindset in training, and much more! Enjoy! ---SHERRIFF'S PERFORMANCE ACADEMY--- Fitness programs th…

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Bourbon & Biskets Podcast - Episode 3 1:14:43

6y ago1:14:43

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The audio is very poor - so I apologise in advance (it's been a bit of a mission). Also, our foreign accents make this an audible challenge which I do hope you accept.

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#14- Entrepreneurial Health & Fitness Ventures, Keto Seminars, 2019, New Programs 57:51

6y ago57:51

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We wrap up 2018 with talk about entrepreneurial ventures in the health & fitness industry. We discuss Sherriff's Performance Academy and Brain Ignition, personal stories of success and failure, tips/tricks and hacks we've learnt (from others) along the way. We discuss the upcoming Keto Essentials Seminars hosted by Chett at various gyms throughout …

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Conscious Emotional Mastery with Kristi Hrivnak 31:53

6y ago31:53

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In this episode, GG and Chandler talk with Kristi Hrivnak. A gym owner turned life coach devoted helping people alleviate trauma and break through mental barriers in their lives. Through her conscious emotional mastery program.Follow her on Instagram: @kristi.hrivnak--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fitness-experimen…

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#13- Flexibility vs. Mobility vs. Stability, Mobility for Body Composition, MOB Assessments... 1:33:48

6y ago1:33:48

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We talk about the differences between Flexibility, Mobility, and Stability. Why it's important to have strength throughout you range of motion (and not just be "flexible"). We also discuss how impairments to mobility or stability can impede strength and muscle gains, and ultimately body composition, the best methods for assessing and targeting spec…

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#12- How to Navigate the Holiday Season, 5 Tips for Health Over the Holidays 56:29

6y ago56:29

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The holiday season is upon us, making it easy to get off track when it comes to health & fitness goals. We provide tips for staying on track, why it's important to relax and let yourself go just a little bit, but also be realistic - it doesn't mean let yourself go for the month of December. We talk about using Christmas and ultimately New Years as …

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