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The Pursuit Of BetterSeason 2 - Episode 6: Quarterfinals Recap and New Hydra Cycle!In this episode, we recap our experiences with quarterfinals, some highlights, and about how we as a gym did! We also talk about the new exciting cycle that we are running (starting today) at Hydra. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2022-03-2850 minThe Pursuit Of BetterSeason 2 - Episode 5: CrossFit Open 22.2 & 22.3In this episode, we give our thoughts on the final two open workouts for this year. We also talk about what we liked and disliked about the open and give some input on what you should do now that the open is over. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2022-03-1448 minThe Pursuit Of BetterSeason 2 - Episode 4: CrossFit Open 22.1In this episode, we discuss all things 22.1. We talk about what we think of the workout, possible predictions for week 2, and how we thought the event went. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2022-02-2833 minThe Pursuit Of BetterSeason 2 - Episode 3: Mythbusters 2 Fruit and Fasted CardioIn this episode we go on multiple tangents, but with a focus on whether or not if fruit is bad/fattening for you and if you should perform fasted cardio or not! We also laugh a lot. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2022-02-1451 minThe Pursuit Of BetterSeason 2 - Episode 2: IntensityIn this episode, the guys tackle what training with intensity means, how often it should be performed, and get lost to other random thoughts along the way. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2022-02-0745 minThe Pursuit Of BetterSeason 2 - Episode 1: We Are Back and the CrossFit OpenWe are back whether you wanted it or not! In this episode, we discuss all things CrossFit open. We discuss what it is, who should do it, and what we at Hydra are going to be doing. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2022-01-3149 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 30: Health and Fitness Around The Holidays, Part 2: TrainingIn this episode, we continue with our holiday chat and discuss how you can stay motivated and on track with your training during the holidays! Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-12-1337 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 29: Health and Fitness Around The Holidays, Part 1: NutritionIn this two-part series, we will be tackling how you can stay on track with your fitness goals during the most cheerful and sometimes very stressful holiday times. In the first episode, we will be discussing how you can make conscious nutrition choices that won't hurt your progress, but will still allow you to have some of the good food we only get to eat around this season. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-12-0649 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 28: The Three Pillars of MovementIn this episode, Joel tries to convince Wyatt that he (Wyatt) is not open-minded, Wyatt, being the extremely open-minded person he is, rejects this idea. We also discuss the three pillars of movements and how you can apply them to your training to make sure you are training effectively and safely. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-11-2953 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 27: Hydra Programming & Other Programming ThoughtsIn this episode, we tackle a much-requested topic from our members, the thought process behind my torturous programming. If you are not a Hydra member, have no fear you can still get some solid takeaways from this so definitely check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-11-221h 06The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 26: ComparisonsIn this episode we discuss comparison and whether or not we think it can be a good tool. Remember "Comparison is the thief of joy" - Theodore Roosevelt - Wyatt Taylor. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-11-1552 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 25: All The Training MethodologiesIn this episode, we follow in last week's footsteps and give you our two cents on the different types of training methodologies. We look at running, bodybuilding, Peloton, and much more. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-11-081h 08The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 24: All The DietsIn this episode, we talk over a ton of different diets including vegetarian, veganism, keto, and many more! We give you our two cents on whether we think they are worthwhile or just a waste of time. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-11-011h 01The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 23: Why You Aren't Losing WeightIn this episode, we discuss some of the reasons as to why you might not be seeing the weight loss that you desire as well as give some small tips that can help you breakthrough that plateau! Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-10-1856 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 22: Sugar and Joel is Back!No one asked for him back, but here he is better than ever! In this first episode back we talk about a topic that seems to be construed with misinformation, so we are here to hopefully clear things up on everything sugar. Check it out and happy Thanksgiving!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-10-1257 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 21: Antibiotics in Animals and Balancing Vet School and Life With Keeley BakerIn this episode, we bring on Wyatt's better half, Keeley Baker. Keeley is in her fourth year at the Ontario Veterinary College and discusses how she is able to balance her fitness and social life all while studying at one of the highest levels. She also discusses her view on the use of antibiotics in animals and animal welfare in the Canadian agriculture industry. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-10-0449 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 20: Why You Quit, featuring Jerry EnnettJerry is back again for another episode since Joel decided he wanted to have another child! In this episode, we discuss the physiology behind quitting and how it may not always just mean "weak" minded. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-09-271h 03The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 19: Whoop & Jerry EnnettIn this episode, we lose one of the guys (Joel) but we replace him with a much smarter person, Jerry Ennett. We (mainly Jerry) discuss all things whoop. We talk about how it works, if we think it's worth it, some pros and cons, and the further possibilities it has in the future. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-09-201h 18The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 18: MythbustersIn this episode we discuss two very common fitness myths, if you lift weight you will become too bulky and carbs being the root of all evil. Our answers may surprise you...... jk probably not. We plan on continuing this segment so if you have any questions or fitness myths you would like to hear us talk about, then shoot us a message!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-09-131h 08
The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 17: Training Throughout The Life CycleIn this episode, we talk about training through different ages in life. We discuss how priorities change, what the training should look like, the safety of training at different ages, and some other random things as per usual. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-08-301h 01The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 16: SupplementsAfter getting lots of questions and Joel finally giving in to my wants and needs, we finally have an episode about supplements! We each go over our own top five supplements that we believe may be worth your hard-earned cash. We also have some honourable mentions that really arent that honourable. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-08-231h 05The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 15: Rx, Its Provocative, It Gets The People Going!In this episode, we discuss all things Rx. Such as what in the hell it even means, whether it's good or bad and if we like it or not! We also talk about cocaine, not sure how, but we do. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-08-161h 04The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 14: Monster Energy x CrossFit Games SponsorshipIn this episode we take a break from divulging all the fitness secrets we keep stored in our big brains to talk about a hot topic in the CrossFit community right now, the Monster energy CrossFit Games sponsorship deal. We also touch on if sugar is really the worst thing in the world or not. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-08-091h 05The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 13: DisciplineIn this episode, we talk about what discipline is, what it means to be disciplined, and if you can truly hack your way to becoming "disciplined". We talk about it so much that we actually forget to be disciplined and go off-topic numerous times. Don't judge us. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-07-261h 07The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 12: WeaknessesThis episode the guys finally confront their biggest weakness, emotional maturity. Just kidding, they talk about cooler things like how to train your gym weaknesses and a lot of other random topics. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-07-1938 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 11: Recovery 101In this episode, we dive into the wonders of recovery! We discuss why recovery is important, the most important factors affecting recovery, some common recovery tools, and some other non-traditional uses for a percussion massager ;). Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-07-121h 06The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 10: Training With IntentionIn this episode, the guys dive into what it means to train with intention, how often you should sell your soul in the gym, and they have some fun conversations about sex and performance. Check it out!P.S. the number one critique we have been receiving is "the audio is too quiet", we are hoping it is now fixed but please let us know if not!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-07-0549 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 9: CheatingIn this episode, we go into a very detailed list of every single person who has ever cheated in and out of the gym. Just kidding, we talk about what "cheating" in CrossFit is, the difference between scaling/modifying vs cheating, the types of cheaters you see in the gym, and finally how to handle those who cut reps and tell you how much fitter they are than you. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-06-2857 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 8: Group vs Solo TrainingIn this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of both group and solo training. We talk about what one leads to better results and consistency, what one is more time-efficient, and what one is a better value for your dollar. We also discuss who won our golf match and Wyatt is finally a little nicer to Joel (don't worry it won't last). Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-06-211h 05The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 7: Beers, Broken Ribs and Ballistic StretchingIn this episode, we answer some questions from you guys! We discuss stretching and whether or not it's worth it, beers with the boys and how that is most definitely worth it, and training around injuries! Check it out! P.S. Sorry about the audio quality in the last episode, we got it working better so you can go back to enjoying our dreamy voices. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-06-141h 00The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 6: The CrossFit MethodologyIn this episode we cover the CrossFit methodology, including what it is, is it safe, and some flaws the programming has. We also address how I (Wyatt) have possibly been bullying Joel. Check it out!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-06-071h 08The Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 5: Nutrition 101In this episode, we dive into all things nutrition. We cover the main guiding principle of weight loss, macronutrients, how to eat healthily, and how to lose weight without counting calories. We don't totally agree on everything so it will make an entertaining listen! Let us know what you think!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-05-3155 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 4: Coming back to training after quarantine or time offIn this episode, we talk about how you should come back to training after quarantine or after some time off. We go into goal setting (again, we know), how you should reapproach training after this downtime, how you can make the most out of this reapproach, and our most important topic, Drive or The Notebook; Which is the better movie? Please let us know what you think!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-05-2446 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 3: How to program at home workoutsIn this episode, Wyatt gets oddly excited because we finally get to talk about programming. We dive into the main principles you should follow when designing your own at-home workouts, some decent exercise variation tips, and how you can use this time as an off-season. We also get into some fun rants about some common things we see that bug us to the core. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-05-1840 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 2: Motivation during tough timesIn this episode, we talk about all things motivation. We look at how motivation is a tool to be used but is not around forever and how we can ensure we stay accountable while lacking that motivation. We also go off on a couple of tangents as per usual. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-05-1841 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 1: Stop the fear of startingIn the first-ever episode, we bring it back to being a beginner and give tips on how you or your clients can tackle that initial "fear barrier" as well as some pointers to ensure that the new change will become a part of your lifestyle and not just a phase (mom). We also make fun of each other. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-05-1238 minThe Pursuit Of BetterEpisode 0: Who we areIn this bonus "first" episode, we talk about who we are, what the podcast is gonna be about, some fun facts about us, and why you may want to listen to us ramble and roast each other once a week.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pursuitofbetter/message2021-05-1208 min