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United By StrengthNutrition Coaching, 15 Years In The Making.In today's episode we introduce United By Strength Nutrition Coaching and the 15 years of trial and error that led to its manifestation. Chanelle digs up an email titled: Cadet Shymske's Get Fit Tips that was equal parts genuine advice and terrible attempt at hitting on her. We share some laughs at how many different nutrition approaches we have tried over the years and how much our outlook has changed in the last decade and a half.
For nutrition coaching check out gumroad.com/unitedbystrength for our 'Strengthen' and 'Strong Start' programs.
If you...2021-06-1331 min
United By StrengthTransitioning To 'In House' ProgrammingIn this episode Chanelle, Brandon and Grant discuss their gym's transition to in house programming developed by the coaching staff and address some of the positive and skeptical responses to the change from the athletes they coach. Mentioned in this episode:CrossFit Level 1 Training Guide: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdfCrossFit Level 2 Training Guide: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_L2_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-08-1447 min
United By StrengthHow to be 'Varsity Level' at your L2 Seminar.In today's episode Chanelle Santana our in house Strongman competitor and coach returns from her CrossFit Level 2 seminar where she received very positive feedback at this very demanding and rigorous course despite being the youngest coach in attendance (age and experience). She details how she studied and prepared for the course despite the limitations of the COVID restrictions and lack of regular coaching opportunities. In this episode we reference:The CrossFit Level 2 Certificate Course: https://www.crossfit.com/certificate-courses/level-2810 CrossFit: https://www.810crossfit.com/seminars/Best...2020-07-2857 min
United By StrengthSpice Up Cardio With Strongman Carries Part 1In this episode nationally ranked strongman competitor Chanelle Santana joins Grant to discuss weighted carries and how to incorporate them into your programming as a replacement for machine use or other monostructural movements like running. As coaches and athletes we tend to get stuck on the same movements especially when it comes to 'cardio'. Well the sport of strongman has long ago figured out how to get your heart and lungs pumping while simultaneously getting you jacked!Movement Demos:Atlas Carry: https://youtu.be/-OANtVIcmt8Farmer's Walk with Plates: https...2020-07-1231 min
United By StrengthBest Hour Of Their Day: Jason Ackerman Part 1Today Chanelle and I bring you the first part of us diving into Jason Ackerman's book: Best Hour Of Their Day. This book is a quick read/page turner that delivers simple but profound life lessons. Definitely worth a read. Check out their podcast and other services at: https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/ Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-06-3000 min
United By StrengthBecoming A Supple Leopard: Dr. Kelly StarrettBecoming a Supple Leopard is a big honkin book most strength and conditioning coaches have seen propping open a door or weighing down some loose papers in almost every coach's office. We take a deep dive into this classic and discuss its aims, format, and suggested uses for the material. Who should be reading this and what are the applications of its contents. Check out The Ready State here: https://thereadystate.com/trial/?gclid=CjwKCAjw_-D3BRBIEiwAjVMy7CbaL9YaUQwEENYrBeT15WJTErJk3IZMNwrF7pm_MpXf-i0JSsq9bBoCZAkQAvD_BwE Get on the email list at unitedbystrength...2020-06-2855 min
United By StrengthCrossFit Kids, Adapting To Virtual Classes.In this episode Chanelle and I talk about the CrossFit Kids Course, coaching CrossFit Kids classes and the lessons learned from adapting our program to an online platform during the pandemic lockdown. CrossFit Kids Course: https://www.crossfit.com/certificate-courses/online-kidsCrossFit Lesson Planning Course: https://oc.crossfit.com/course?id=16 Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-06-1144 min
United By StrengthPreparing for your CrossFit Certified Trainer L-3 ExamIn this episode we discuss exactly what we did to prepare for the exam and pass it on the first try. No theory, just exactly what we did. Take from it anything that helps you and leave anything that doesn't. CrossFit Certified Trainer L-3: http://certifications.crossfit.com/ccft/ Study Materials: http://certifications.crossfit.com/ccft/study-materialsBest Hour Of Their Day Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/181-preparing-for-your-l3/id1459806087?i=1000467443442 Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-06-0927 min
United By StrengthPark WorkoutsIn this episode Chanelle and I break down the elements of a CrossFit class and talk about how we can adapt them to coaching in the park. Many will be aware that this is how many CrossFit Coaches and affiliates got their start so it is exciting for this new generation of coaches to have to go back to basics and sharpen the fundamentals. Referenced in this episode is the CrossFit Online Lesson Planning Course which is fantastic: https://oc.crossfit.com/course?id=16 Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-06-0326 min
United By StrengthUsing Back Briefs In Your Training SessionsThis short episode covers the 'check on learning' tool known as back briefs. These can be really effective for breaking up your long rambles while simultaneously spotlighting one of your athletes with positive attention and making them feel heard. They can also help you to gain a better understanding of the effectiveness of your communication as well as the mindset and outlook of your clients. I reference this clip in the episode in relation to how you could do back briefs poorly: https://youtu.be/H4osGx-pjY8Comments and suggestions please send to...2020-06-0220 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p 135-142This episode covers the Fundamentals, Virtuosity, and Mastery Open Letter/Professional Training/and Scaling Professional Training sections of the training guide. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Registering for the CrossFit Level 1 Course can be found here: https://www.crossfit.com/certificate-courses/level-1 Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-2822 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p. 126-134This episode covers the "Developing virtuosity in coaching" section of the training guide. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Registering for the CrossFit Level 1 Course can be found here: https://www.crossfit.com/certificate-courses/level-1 Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-2229 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p. 119-125This episode covers the Responsible Training section of the Training Guide. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Registering for the CrossFit Level 1 Course can be found here: https://www.crossfit.com/certificate-courses/level-1 Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-2026 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p. 110-118This episode covers coaching the GHD Hip extension, back extension, hip+back extension, GHD sit up, and ab mat sit up. Turns out you can use that thing for more than just hanging coats on. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-1920 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p. 97-109Episode covers the press and deadlift movement sections. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-1826 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p. 83-96This episode covers the Squat Clinic, the first installment of the Movements section in the guide. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-1726 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p. 70-82This episode covers the chapter 'A Theoretical Template for CrossFit's Programming', and "The Girls for Grandmas + Anatomy & Physiology for Jocks". Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-1527 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p. 48-69Fitness, Luck, and Health - Zone Meal Plans - and Supplementation sections. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-1134 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p.39-48This episode covers the Technique and Nutrition sections of the CrossFit L-1 Training Guide. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-1135 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide p. 30-38This episode covers the What Is Fitness Part 2 section of the CrossFit Level 1 Training Guide. The four models of fitness, the definition of fitness and health, the story behind the discovery. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-05-0323 min
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide P. 17-30Covering What is Fitness Part 1 of the CrossFit Level 1 Training Guide with some commentary by Grant (of course). This recording spans pages 17-30. Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-04-301h 08
United By StrengthCrossFit L-1 Training Guide P. 1-16Our first installment of the L-1 Training Guide, it covers the Understanding CrossFit section of the Level 1 Training Guide. Highlights include Chanelle's Greg Glassman impersonation and giggling at the word "penetration". Thank you to CrossFit for providing the open source material. The training guide can be found here: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-04-2853 min
All Day Ruckoff PodcastGORUCK Selection 005 With Grant ShymskeGrant Shymske joins to talk about his experiences passing GORUCK Selection 005. Class 005 wasn’t his first attempt at GORUCK Selection and we get into why he signed up for the event, what he changed between his first attempt and passing, and why he came back for a second time. If you have any interest […]The post ADR 150: GORUCK Selection 005 With Grant Shymske appeared first on All Day Ruckoff.2020-04-231h 30
United By StrengthTraining up new CrossFit coaches and preparing coaches for their Level 2 Seminar.We wanted to talk through two training programs we are implementing to make our coaching team better. We want to give our athletes the very best possible experience and we want to give our coaches easy access to the tools that can best prepare them for advancing their careers. Sounds serious I know but we had fun with this one, talked through these internal courses and hope that we give a sound perspective on what these programs offer to our coaches and put some ideas out there for other gym owners or coaching team leaders to make their tribe...2020-04-181h 17
United By StrengthWhy your personal training or group classes needs more cowbell... I mean Strongman!In this episode we discuss utilizing the movements and equipment in the sport of Strongman in the context of personal training athletes and in full CrossFit classes. Scaled up or down there are some gems here that could be a massive help to new trainers on a budget or seasoned coaches looking to get back to the fundamentals and offer their clients more of their skill and attention. Enjoy! Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-04-111h 19
United By StrengthQuarantine Q&AAnswering questions from the amazing members of our CrossFit Tribe and steering things towards giving other coaches out there tangible things to take away in order to improve their own practice and professional development! Get on the email list at unitedbystrength.substack.com2020-04-061h 12
The Legend of the Death Race PodcastGo. Do. That is All Rob Barger Does - Founder Redpath Performance Group | LotDR Episode 003Welcome to the Legend of the Death Race Podcast, where you'll hear the legends of past Death Racers, new and old.
In this third episode, I connect with Rob Barger the Founder of Redpath Performance Group, an endurance training program based in Massachusetts. We discuss his 2013 and 2014 Death Race experiences on the show. Rob shares with us his evolution from the Ragnar Relay Series to Spartan Races ultimately to the Death Race and beyond and his addiction to finding the next challenge. His journey takes him on a quest to push himself to that dark place to...2019-10-101h 16