Garage Gym Athlete

Welcome to out first Athlete of the week. In the past we liked to publish a full season of athlete interview but now we will be bringing them to you once per week. For the first week we have Chuck Kaiser and we will be talking about drinking the fitness cool-aid, and some of his strongman goals. Chuck is one of our athletes and if you have any interest in finding some of the success he has had check us out!

Welcome to the new year and our new segment, Ask Me Anything! This is where we talk about topics that our athlete have asked about and just concentrate on those. This week we are talking about the male body image issues. Also remember that you can submit any questions you have at garagegymathlete.com/AMA.

We are back with another study and chat with the coaches. This weeks study we are talking about the difference (and benefit) or training sub max or low intensity verses max effort. We also talk about if we could go back and tell out past self fitness advice, what would it be? This was pretty fun, as Jerred and Joe previously did this about nutrition. This weeks workout is What The Ruck, a classic.

Today's podcast is all about setting the right goal for 2020!! First, Jerred dives into updates for 2020 (a lot of changes coming your way), next recommending reading, then, lastly, he goes over setting goals for your year.

Learn how we are going to invade 2020 with Garage Gym Athlete Programming! Listen in to this previously recorded webinar, learn about our new cycles, and more!

Happy holidays athletes! This week we have a cool episode with some new things. First the study we go over is about how photobiomodulation can increase recovery AND performance. Really cool stuff going on. Next we try something new with a segment we call "stir the pot" where we talk about trending and recent topics in the fitness world. Lastly, this weeks workout is "Grog Bowl."

Hey athletes, we have another study for you this week which talk about Heart Rate Variability and if it correlates to any other recovery metrics. Spoiler, no it doesnt and should be considered independent. So we dive into HRV, our experience tracking it for almost 2 years. Well also share other things we do like to track to help our fitness and life. And this weeks workout is a classic, Condition Me To The Grave.

This week we have our final guest from the Spartan Media Fest and this was such a great interview. Patrick Sweeney has some great, and genuine advice. He learned how to be mentally tough the hard way. Check out his story and all of the great topics we cover, plus he has a book coming out early next year. And this weeks workout is VERY simple, but NOT easy; Heavy Load Long Distance.

This week is a special episode, we were all together in person recording! This week we went to North Carolina and took on the Spartan Beast, and man was it a battle. We go over everything about the race, high, lows, take aways, funny moments, and more. Definetly check this one out to hear about our epic Spartan Beast experience. And this weeks workout is an annual tradition; the Geo Metro Challenge.

Hey all, this week we are talking about performance enhancers! Well, just one, and its beets (spoiler). Beets have some awesome effects when taken before your workout so be sure to check this out to boost your performance with just a vegetable. We also talk about our spartan race prep with the coaches and crew. This weeks workout is Dia De Los Muertos.

Hey this week we have another interview from our Spartan Media Fest trip. This is with Cindy Lynch who is your average person, full time job, single mom, but crushing it on the course and competing at a high level regularly. Check out her story and some of her training ups and downs. We also give your some updates about whats going on with us, and this weeks workout is Walk the Plank.

Hey Athletes! This week we dive into a study that compared levels of cardiovascular fitness and longevity/mortality rates. So if you care about your health, check this out. Then on our topic we talk about Vegasnism and Jerred's recent experiment going vegan. We give some best tips and practices when doing ANY diet and also words of caution when doing things like vegan and other diets. Lots of pros and cons. This weeks workout, a tried and true classic for us. Murph.

We have another fantastic episode and interview today. Jerred and Joe had a chance to sit down with Kelly and Juliet Starrett while in Lake Tahoe at the Spartan Media Fest. We talk about so many different topics from their branding change, to a nutrition challenge, building your tribe, making changes in your life and much more. This was such an awesome interview and they were great to hang out with for a while at this event and really hope we get the change to again.

This week we are back to the studies and dropping some knowledge on everyone. This week we are talking about the performance benefits of cooling your body before and/or during a workout. There are some very simple ways you can implement this depending no if you are doing aerobic or anaerobic exercises. We also touch on screen time and cell hone use, a little different than usual. Lastly, this week's workout is Burpees Save Me.

This week we have such an awesome guest we were so hyped for, Robb Wolf joins us from Spartan Media Fest in Lake Tahoe. It was really great to get to hang out with and chat with Robb, on and off of the microphone. As you can imagine, we dive into a lot of nutrition topics, but also get into hydration, electrolytes, how people process and react to carbs differently and much more. Hopefully this is not the last time we get to chat with Robb.

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Evolutions in training Just getting the work done The 2 minute philosophy -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: 3 Years Garage Gym Athlete Enhancing recovery Evolving priorities -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: College soccer player Simplistic garage gym Finding the time to train -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: 9 Kids and busy work life Super loaded garage gym Surviving and thriving in life -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Fully loaded gym Struggles with eating disorder Improving for BJJ -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Front squat frost bite Big barn gym Balancing Endure and Hard to Kill -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: A year after kid number 5 Family fitness support orange creamsicle recovery #NoMayo -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: From garage to basement gym Recovery from shoulder surgery Over five years a Garage Gym Athlete -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 9 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: early morning habits making your routine for life "Don't want to quit, but ready to be done" -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Hey athletes, this week we are sharing with everyone our most recent webinar which breaks down the new cycles and a lot of new updates. So if you are curious about which track you want or about the goals for our we do our 12 week cycles check this episode out.

More coaches join the podcast this week! We are talking about a really awesome and in-depth study regarding the effects hyper processed foods verses unprocessed foods. You definitely have to hear about this study. We also talk about Fit Week because its that time again!

Hey athletes, this week there are four of us coaches on the show! Jerred, Joe, Ashley and Kyle are all on the show and we are talking about the effects of alcohol and training. This is just skimming the surface but we go over a few studies that looking into it and we weigh in. We also talk about why we train and our goal setting process. Lastly this week's workout is Stairway to Heaven and it will have you questioning everything.

This week we have Ashley back on the podcast! We really dive into concurrent training today. We mentioned it a few weeks ago about how our training is concurrent (not other buzz words). So we go have a study that shows why concurrent training is so great and then compare it and go over some of our training. This weeks work is the longest and one of the toughest and really earns its name, Broken Arrow.

We finally get to hear about how Jerred's 100 mile bike race went! after we dive into that the study we talk about is directed toward blue blocker glasses and how it can improve sleep. But we take a DEEP dive into wearables and do pro's and con's of apple, whoop and Garmin. what each excel at, what we like them for, and don't. So if you have interest in these wearables check it out! And this weeks workout is Perpetual Motion.

This week are focus on those who have to cram their workouts in consecutive days, such as over the weekend, verses spreading them out and getting adequate rest. Does it really impact your progress and performance? We also reveal a new concept and giving a peak behind the curtain to our next cycle. This weeks workout is Sallys Revenge.

Hey Athletes, today is a slightly different episode. We have on one of our athletes that completed our coaching certification but we get into the fact that he just complete the Navy Seal Kokoro and has another epic event later this year. We also get into Joe's race in Colorado this past week, Jerred's bike race prep, and the difference in world class champions. This weeks workout is called River Heist.

This week our study is very cool and unique. We are going over grounding and how it can improve recovery and performance. Never heard of grounding? then definitely tune in! the study was pretty amazing and its also something that everybody can implement for very little buy in. We also talk about different energy systems we use in training and how to best execute those. Lastly, this weekend workout is Grog Bowl, and if you know what that is you should be a little worried.

This week we dive into nutrition. This is a topic we could talk about endlessly, it can be a hot topic and everybody seems to have their own opinion. Probably because everybody needs different nutrition. Our study tackles different way to assess your nutrition needs and then we dive into our tips on the first step you need to take. We also give a few book recommendations. Lastly this weeks workout is brand new, and i called the confused 5K.

Hey Athletes, This week we talk about, you guessed it, SLEEP! Sleep is super important and we go over a few studies that showed the effects of sleep and some practices to implement to help your performance. We also talk about our own sleep habits, what helps us and are good things to implement to help your sleep. The workout for this week is super simple, just a 60 minute run. BUT as usual, simple, not easy.

Hey athletes! We play a little bit of catch up on our fitness progress. The study we talk about this week is geared toward muscle activation when lifting fast and at greater loads/intensities. Then since we do a bit of traveling we wanted to talk about fitness and nutrition while traveling. Some things to remember, our tips and what's most important to focus on. Lastly, the workout for this week is Condition Me To The Grave and it is one of or top loved, hated, hardest, classic workouts at Eo3.

This week we are talking about what you should do while you rest between working sets in the gym. is it best to sit? drink? depends what you're doing, and also what NOT to do. We also talk with Ashley and some of the post pregnancy struggles. Lastly, this weeks workout is Patriot, inspired by a previous podcast guess who played in the NFL.

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Police officer Olympic lifting in a garage going from fun to functional -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: From Hard to kill to Endure Training for Ultra Working toward Death Race -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Football coach Being strong vs well rounded Impacting young athletes -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: True GGA Elder Expanding his space Transitioning to altitude "don't let perfect be the enemy of good" -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Fun DIY projects Building his garage community Training with kids Training tires indoors and outdoors -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 4 Highlights: Juggling fitness clubs doing solo and group training visualization through training knee replacement and recovery -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: The need to workout Struggling for gym space Getting your setup -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Army Nurse 24 hours of continuous MURPH preparing the body -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Loaded DIY gym swimming in a cold creek Adventure racing -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: GGA at a box adjusting to new climate monitoring and factoring recovery -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete Podcast!! Top 3 Highlights: Expert Level DIY sandbag and band training Having a plan -- About our Garage Gym Athletes: The athletes all have a diverse background; some from Powerlifting, CrossFit, Olympic Lifting, Endurance Training, Military Operators, Collegiate Athletes, Spartan Racers, Obstacle Course Racers, and many other forms of physical training. It takes the experience of these athletes braving the extreme heat, bitter cold, early mornings, and late nights to tackle their training and become athletes. This podcast is for Garage Gym Athletes and by Garage Gym Athletes. Athletes share their experience (whether a beginner or advanced), share their knowledge, and give us a glimpse into the life of a Garage Gym Athlete!!

Welcome to Seasons 8 of the Garage Gym Athlete podcast! We have 11 more athletes this season, a few of which are reattacks from previous seasons to see whats new, others are brand new. Some great stories and backgrounds.

Hey athletes, this week we are talking about protein! How much do you need to recover from your workout? well, what kind of workout are you doing? It is also FIT WEEK in our programming so we are going over what we are testing and some tips and tricks to either setting your baseline or going for those PR's! We will be giving away a bunch more shirts yet again this fit week. And lastly, the workout for this week is the E03 5K. Like a normal 5K, but with more fun thrown in.

Hey all! This weeks study we are talking some brief science on dynamic warm up, but then this weeks topic is continuing that and doing a deeper dive into warm ups. How do you warm up properly? What should you do to prepare for your workout? Lastly this weeks workout is a doozy and a fun one, called Old McDonald.