Best Coast Monkey Podcasts (2024)

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PMPC229 - Hood to Coast 2024 46:00

28d ago46:00

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For the second year in a row, a group of Power Monkeys decided to get together out in Oregon to take part in the 200-mile relay race that is: The Hood to Coast". We ran through the night for over 30 hours to tackle this race, and we did it to raise money for the Power Monkey Educational Foundation, which partners with awesome organizations doing in…

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PMPC230 - Shane DeFreitas: Power Monkey Coach 1:00:13

20d ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Shane has such a long list of accolades that it would be silly to list them here. Not only is Shane a 1996 Gymnastic Olympian, but he has a skill on the Parallel Bars named after him! Lucky for us, Shane has been on the Power Monkey Camp coaching staff for over a decade. Most recently, he has been taking on coaching at our weekend courses for us as…

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Ep. 20 Monkey magic in Diani, Kenya with Pam Cunneyworth 53:50

29d ago53:50

53:50

We’re back in the bird hide talking about monkeys with Pam Cunneyworth, Director of Colobus Conservation in Diani on the Kenyan coast. It was at the young age of 7 that a teacher planted the lifelong love of Africa in her. At university, a lecture by Birutė Galdikas, a *trimate (one of Dr. Louis Leakey's famous primatologists) inspired Pam to take …

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PMPC228 - Wyatt Ewing, Founder of Ice Barrel 50:10

1M ago50:10

50:10

Wyatt used to suffer from debilitating anxiety. A friend at the gym suggested that he try cold exposure therapy. To Wyatt's surprise, the benefits he experienced were enormous, launching a passion project that he turned into a very successful company: Ice Barrel.Today Wyatt is doing all he can to spread the word about the benefits of ice baths. Thi…

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Ep. 19 Olympics scorecard - East Africa, home of champions 13:17

1M ago13:17

13:17

Whether you're a fan of the Olympics, a runner - or just someone like me who loves Africa - episode 19 is for you. First off, a massive congratulations to everyone who participated in Paris 2024 - what an event it’s been! Today, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of East African athletes and give a special shout-out to the 12 African countrie…

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Ep. 18 Eavesdropping on Elephants (night sounds of Kibale Forest) 11:38

1M ago11:38

11:38

An elephant rumble or an earth tremor – can the Muzungu tell the difference? In episode 18, we're back in my wooden house on the edge of Kibale National Park in western Uganda, alert to the night sounds from the forest. Join me as I listen to the sounds of elephants – one of the many incredible experiences that inspired this podcast. Can you hear t…

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PMPC227 - Tasia Percevecz: Wonderfully Made 1:01:56

2M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

Tasia is an incredible athlete with a background in gymnastics before heading to compete at the CrossFit Games as an individual and as part of Team CrossFit Mayhem Freedom alongside Rich Froning, where they won the Affiliate Cup multiple times. These days Tasia is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner focused on her new company: Wonderfully Made. Thro…

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Ep. 17 Elephant potholes (the one where I lost my welly!) 25:43

2M ago25:43

25:43

This week, we are slowing down to reconnect with nature on the edge of the tropical rainforest. Come with me as we navigate waterlogged "elephant potholes," the lockdown playground I shared with my 10-year-old nephew, Dillon. It's a delightfully squelchy episode! Put on your gumboots and find out: What will I see from the bird hide? Who might need …

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Ep. 16 Lost Birds, Beards and Bonobos. Ian Redmond OBE in conversation - part 2/2 25:13

2M ago25:13

25:13

In this episode, I resume my conversation with Ian Redmond, OBE, “a self-confessed gorillaholic who's been hooked for 40 years!” Ian is also known as Mandevu “the bearded one,” one of his African names. In episode 15, we talked about the interconnectedness of life: how the elephant, chimpanzee and gorilla ‘gardeners of the forests’ of the Congo Bas…

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PMPC226 - Getting Your First Handstand Push-Up 35:36

2M ago35:36

35:36

Going from being unable to do any Handstand Push-ups to getting your first can feel impossible. This is why we are spending an entire episode discussing pitfalls, opportunities, progressions, and our journeys on the subject. We promise there is something in here for everyone...even those of you who can already do one. If you are currently working o…

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Ep. 15 Grunting with the gorilla gardeners. Ian Redmond OBE in conversation - part 1/2 30:49

2M ago30:49

30:49

In the first of two conversations, renowned conservationist (and personal conservation hero) Ian Redmond OBE discusses the interconnectedness of life – from the elephant, gorilla, and chimpanzee gardeners in the rainforests of the Congo Basin to a loaf of bread in England! Ian has been in love with East Africa since 1976 when he first travelled to …

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Ep. 14 Village vibes in rural Uganda - a walking diary 12:26

3M ago12:26

12:26

In this week's episode, we take a short walk through the village bordering Kibale National Park. It's a lazy Sunday and everyone's in a good mood: drivers wave hellos and boys herd goats. Do all white 'muzungu' women look the same? I giggle with my neighbour as he mistakes me (for a friend I do not resemble in the least). Tune in to hear: Friendly …

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Ep. 13 Seeing the Light - moths & butterflies revealed. Dr. Michael Ochse in conversation 29:54

3M ago29:54

29:54

In episode 13, we go niche! When I moved to Uganda, one of my biggest fears was how I would cope with insects! Here at Sunbird Hill, Nature Monitoring and Rewilding Site, Kibale Forest, Uganda, on the edge of Kibale Forest, we see shiny green beetles with purple wings and swallowtail butterflies that are as big as your hand. Look at my social media…

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PMPC225 - Using Sauna to Level Up, with Peter Nelson 1:13:48

3M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

If you are not familiar with the performance and health benefits of Sauna's, then you will want to give this episode a listen. Sisu Sauna Co-Founder, Peter Nelson not only has a wealth of knowledge to share on the subject, but he is also an excellent case study for the Sauna's ability to assist in recovery and performance enhancement. Peter just wo…

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Ep. 12 From the Treehouse to the Kenyan Coast - recap & sneak peek 21:06

3M ago21:06

21:06

In episode 12, we're in Kibale Forest, agog at the sight of chimpanzees. (You'll never guess where they are!) Listen in as 'Papa' Les Lloyd and I compare notes about our unexpected primate visitors. Then, I discuss my recent trip to Kenya and preview some of the upcoming episodes: How many modes of public transport do I take on the long journey bet…

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PMPC224 - Get Your First Pull-Up 45:27

4M ago45:27

45:27

If you weren't a gymnast growing up, then you might feel like getting a pull-up as an adult is impossible. We have proof that is a lie! Listen in as we discuss the tools and mindset necessary to get yourself above that bar. And WHY being able to do a pull-up is important for everyone, not just competitive athletes. Most importantly, we talk about h…

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Ep. 11 From the Amazon to the Equator. Chris Ketola in conversation 29:21

4M ago29:21

29:21

In episode 11, I’m joined by a visitor from Peru: ecologist and field researcher Chris Ketola. With 25 years’ experience working with wild animals, I’m intrigued to know how time in Equatorial Africa compares with his life in the Amazon. During a ten-week tour of Uganda, Ketola and Fauna Forever co-founder Chris Kirkby led a team of 14 volunteers. …

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Ep. 10 Warring warthogs - a walking safari & classic tented camp in Kyambura Game Reserve 33:31

4M ago33:31

33:31

In this week's episode, we have 150 square kilometres of unspoilt wilderness to ourselves as we venture on safari in Kyambura Game Reserve, Queen Elizabeth Conservation Area, western Uganda. The night is alive with the sounds of the wild, from the hippos munching next to my tent to the near-encounter with a leopard! On our walking safari, we witnes…

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PMPC223: Wild Health - Medicine 2.0 46:19

4M ago46:19

46:19

Is the healthcare system doing its best to keep people healthy, or is it more about taking reactionary measures once you are already sick? Dr. Matt Dawson is the founder of Wild Health, a precision medicine company that provides medical services and lifestyle coaching aimed at preventing sickness from taking hold. Working with patients to understan…

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Ep. 9 Why Uganda is Africa's best birding destination. Philip Briggs in conversation 31:07

4M ago31:07

31:07

In episode 9, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I introduce you to my first South African guest, the acclaimed travel and guidebook writer Philip Briggs. Join us in the bird hide to hear: Mountain gorillas vs. chimpanzees - how does he compare the two tracking experiences? Where is the best place to track chimps in E…

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PMPC222 - Sean Lake, Founder of Bubs Naturals 1:08:20

4M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Sean has done it all. He was a professional snowboarder, was the Director of Sports Marketing at DC Shoes, started his own supplement company, and has made it his life's mission to carry on the memory and legacy of his best friend Glen "Bub" Doherty, who the CrossFit Hero workout "Glen" is named in honor of. Sean is an incredible guy with an awesom…

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Ep. 8 Living with Bats and Whistling with the Flufftail 22:08

4M ago22:08

22:08

In episode 8, we're back on the edge of Kibale National Park, stretching our legs after a long road journey from Kampala, Uganda's capital. The air is alive with song as the birds catch the last rays of afternoon sunshine after a day of heavy rain. Join me for a duet with the rare white-spotted flufftail and find out: What friends and colleagues ar…

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PMPC221 - The Ideal Squat Stance 35:11

4M ago35:11

35:11

Everyone seems to have a differing opinion when it comes to the squat stance and what is optimal. Not surprisingly, you will find that our opinion is that...it depends. With that in mind, we do have some guiding principles and rationale that support what we coach our athletes to do, depending on their goals and application. Listen in as Head Weight…

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Ep. 7 Dancing to the beat of sustainable tourism at Original Maasai Lodge, Tanzania 31:52

4M ago31:52

31:52

In episode 7, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as we travel to Tanzania to meet Lesse Laizer and the Masai community at the Original Maasai Lodge in West Kilimanjaro. Listen in to hear: What is the Muzungu doing in Tanzania? How do you say good morning in the Maasai language? What did I watch while sitting between Mt M…

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PMPC220 - What is Power Monkey Camp? 54:45

5M ago54:45

54:45

We just returned from our 21st Power Monkey Camp in the beautiful woods of Tennessee with a whole new crop of campers, and as expected...it was amazing! We have two of our coaches from camp, Emily Bridgers and Darnell Hardy, on the podcast to chat about some of the new things that we have incorporated into the week. Some of them include hypertrophy…

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Ep. 6 Chatting chimpanzees. Dr Richard Wrangham in conversation 22:21

5M ago22:21

22:21

In episode six, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I chat chimpanzees with Harvard University Professor - and close friend of Sunbird Hill - Dr. Richard Wrangham whose work combines primatology, evolutionary biology and anthropology. Listen in to hear: What do sex, violence and cooking have in common? How do bees prot…

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PMPC219 - Training vs Competing 37:45

5M ago37:45

37:45

How often should you be Training vs Competing? It seems that most of the time when we are in the gym, we see people competing with the person in the lane next to them. But is this the best way to grow and improve as an athlete? Of course the element of competition is important, and can lead to incredible moments, but how often should you be doing i…

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Ep. 5 Introducing My East Africa ... but first some Great Blue Turaco birds 29:22

5M ago29:22

29:22

In episode five, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I introduce you to East Africa, specifically “my East Africa.” How many countries are there in East Africa? (You might be surprised!) What are Uganda’s most popular tourist attractions? What are “The Big Seven”? Beyond gorillas: which Rwandan forest has chimps and Co…

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Ep. 4 Tickling a rhino and bowing to the Shoebill. Rob Walker in conversation 28:08

5M ago28:08

28:08

In episode four, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I introduce you to my second guest, the British TV presenter and Uganda’s goodwill sports tourism ambassador, Rob Walker. Tune in to hear: What first brought Rob to East Africa? How did Ugandans respond when Rob congratulated Joshua Cheptegai during his live commenta…

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Ep. 3 Gorilla tracking in Uganda with the Nnaabagereka, Queen Sylvia of Buganda 26:40

5M ago26:40

26:40

Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to the world’s biggest population of mountain gorillas. In this episode, I'm joined by my first guest, Her Royal Highness, the Nnaabagareka, Queen Sylvia Nagginda of Buganda Kingdom, patron of the NGO Conservation Through Public Health NGO, celebrating CTPH's 20 anniversary. Listen to our conversation to …

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Ep. 2 Chimps, elephants and how I ended up in Uganda 14:20

5M ago14:20

14:20

In the second episode, join me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - as I invite you to explore Uganda: What’s life like on the edge of a National Park? How did we spend lockdown? What inspired me to create this podcast? What wakes me up every morning? What amazing sight did I see climbing over the treehouse? What kind of guests wi…

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Ep. 1 Welcome to my world. On the forest trail at Sunbird Hill, Kibale Forest, Uganda 13:17

5M ago13:17

13:17

Come with me - Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu - on a short walk along the edge of the tropical Kibale Forest in western Uganda, where I introduce you to my life: What is a muzungu? What did volunteers tell me about Uganda? What’s an elephant trench? Why do I call my wooden house a "glorified bird hide"? Where is Sunbird Hill? We…

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Launch Trailer 3:14

5M ago3:14

3:14

Hello and - karibu - to the East Africa Travel Podcast hosted by me, Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of the popular travel blog: Diary of a Muzungu. Welcome to my world, a wooden house at Sunbird Hill, overlooking Kibale Forest, one of Uganda's national parks. I've worked in conservation and tourism in East Africa for over a decade, and I've met some …

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PMPC218 - Should You Kip Your Handstand Push-Ups? 34:17

5M ago34:17

34:17

This is a somewhat polarizing topic within the functional fitness space. We posted about it recently on our social media and got a large response from both sides of the aisle. So we figured it would be a worthwhile topic to spend a little more time on. Where do you come in on this matter, and what are your reasons? We would love to hear from you. •…

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PMPC217: Beating Fatigue with Dr. Craig Heller 59:11

6M ago59:11

59:11

Our guest is Dr. Craig Heller, a professor of Biological Sciences and Human Biology at Stanford University. Dr. Heller made an incredible discovery several years ago surrounding the mechanism that drives fatigue and limits physical performance. Since then he has developed a tool that has allowed professional athletes, special operation soldiers, an…

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PMPC216 - Alethea Boon, Is There Anything She Can't Do? 1:00:23

6M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Alethea Boon has one of the most impressive athletic careers of any guest on the show. She is a 5-time CrossFit Games athlete, she competed at the Commonwealth Games for her native country of New Zealand 3 times, both in the spot of gymnastics as well as the sport of weightlifting. She competed in gymnastics for Bringham Young University, and now s…

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PMPC215 - Jason Khalipa V2 1:11:38

6M ago1:11:38

1:11:38

Jason Khalipa has done it all. He has been a CrossFit Games Champion, he operates an international fitness company, he competes in the Tactical Games, and Jiu Jitsu tournaments, he is a father, and he has faced no shortage of personal adversity. The list goes on, but you get the point. He is experienced, and he is successful. But how? Listen in as …

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PMPC214 - Should You Be Kipping Your Pull-Up? 42:23

6M ago42:23

42:23

In this episode we ask the question: "Should You Be Kipping Your Pull-Up?". We posted about this recently on our social media and had some great discussions with many of our followers. This has been a long-debated topic within the world of CrossFit and Functional Fitness. We feel strongly about the points made throughout this discussion, some of wh…

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PMPC213 - Dr. Andy Galpin - Optimizing Human Performance 1:15:54

7M ago1:15:54

1:15:54

On today's episode, we have a return guest, Dr. Andy Galpin. Andy is a tenured professor at Cal State Fullerton. He is the co-director of the Center of Sport Performance and the founder and director of the Biochemistry and Molecular Exercise Physiology Lab. He is a human performance scientist with a Ph.D. in human bioenergetics and has written over…

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PMPC212 - Open 24.3 Strategy with Caroline Lambray 28:55

7M ago28:55

28:55

Our guest today is coach to the Fittest Man on Earth! Her name is Caroline Lambray, and she is here to discuss strategies going into the final week of the CrossFit Open. Not only does Caroline coach the Fittest on Earth, but she owns and coaches at CrossFit Wonderland. And today she is going to help give some tips for the everyday CrossFitter, taki…

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PMPC211 - Open 24.2 Strategy with Annie Sakamoto 26:15

7M ago26:15

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Our guest today is the always impressive, multi-time CrossFit Games athlete and legend, Annie Sakamoto. Last week, Annie was on the live stream for CrossFit going over strategy and tips for those watching the announcement of 24.1. Today, we have the privilege of discussing insight, strategy and tips with Annie on how you, the everyday athlete shoul…

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PMPC210 - Open 24.1 Strategy with Matt Torres 24:20

7M ago24:20

24:20

The 2024 CrossFit Open is here and with that we would like to discuss the very first workout and give actionable tips and strategy to the everyday athlete. What we all watched on TV with the Games Athletes performing this workout is most likely NOT what it will look like for the majority of us. To help us break down the workout and develop a game p…

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PMPC209 - Fee Saghafi: Finding Your Purpose 1:04:03

8M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

It's commonplace to say that someone is kind and has a great energy about them...but in the case of our guest today Fee Saghafi, that can't be overstated enough. Fee is truly a source of joy and light wherever she goes, and we are certain that point will come across over the course of this episode. Fee is a multi-time CrossFit Games athlete. She th…

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PMPC208 - Alison Scudds: Chasing the Games 1:08:17

8M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Our guest today is CrossFit athlete Alison Scudds. Alison's ultimate goal within the sport of CrossFit is to qualify for and compete as an individual at the CrossFit Games. This pursuit has led her to shift gears and her approach to some of her training. Specifically that of olympic weightlifting, which she has generally excelled, however now she h…

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PMPC207 - Teaching the Handstand 59:19

8M ago59:19

59:19

In another addition of a movement focused podcast, we welcome our good friend Chris Gatti to the show. Chris is a former collegiate gymnast who went on become an incredible circus performer with Cirque Du Soleil and eventually one of the best hand balancers in the world. Today, when not focused on his own training, Chris is a highly sought after ha…

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PMPC206 - Steph Mireles (Chung) 1:03:35

8M ago1:03:35

1:03:35

Our guest today is Steph Mireles, who you may be more familiar with as Steph Chung. Steph was a CrossFit Games athlete who has recently made the shift into the medical world beginning a career in Boston as a Physicians Assistant. We discuss what that change in lifestyle and training has been like as well what she believes can change in the healthca…

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PMPC205 - Dave Durante 1:26:34

8M ago1:26:34

1:26:34

We figured that after more than 200 episodes of the podcast that it was time to give a bit more insight into the founder and leader of Power Monkey Fitness. Today we chat with Dave Durante. Starting with his earliest exposure to gymnastics in Garwood New Jersey, all the way up through his time competing at Stanford and onto the 2008 Olympic Games. …

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PMPC204 - Squat Jerk vs Split Jerk 41:40

9M ago41:40

41:40

On today's movement focused episode, we welcome 3 time US Olympian, Olympic Bronze medalist, and World Record Holder: Cheryl Haworth to debate the benefits and limitations of the Split Jerk vs Squat Jerk with our very own weightlifting head coach and National Team Member Mike Cerbus. We hope that you enjoy this episode format, as we intend to bring…

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PMPC203 - Evan Slaughter 55:40

9M ago55:40

55:40

Our guest today is Evan Slaughter, more commonly know by his social media handle on Instagram and TikTok as: Fit2Serve1. Evan has an interesting story, having formerly been quite fit and competitive, but after being injured on a tour in Iraq and developing an opiate addition he slid into a pretty dark place. After getting clean, Evan has reignited …

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PMPC202 - Spotting the Handstand 50:40

9M ago50:40

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Today's "movement focused" episode revolves around the skill of spotting. We believe that this truly is a skill that is all too often discredited or overlooked outright. As a coach, having the ability to spot someone correctly serves many purposes. Obviously creating a safe environment is primary, but even at higher levels, the ability to spot an a…

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