Varied Not Random

- A VNR listener observed the fact that she can do a strict handstand push-up, but cannot strict press her bodyweight with a barbell.- Would working on both movements at the same time be complementary to increasing her capacity, or is it better to focus on one at a time?- Does this apply to other movements, like bench press & push-ups, etc?- Pat & Boz share their opinions on this topic.

- A VNR listener wants to know if trainers should always coach the same classes or mix it up?- If trainers always coach the same classes each day they have a better chance to deeply know those particular clients.- If trainers vary the classes they coach, they will be exposed to new members, and those members will get to experience a different coaching style.- Each side of this discussion has pros & cons.- Pat & Boz share their opinions on this topic.

- A VNR listener wants to know how he can “listen to his body” while not having FOMO about not training.- He said he feels like he is falling apart lately. He has low back pain, a tweaked knee, & tennis elbow.- He also said he admits to being a bit stubborn & stupid by continuing to train.- Pat & Boz share their opinions on this topic.

- Hampton Morris is an American weightlifter who will be representing the United States at the 2024 Olympics.- He competes in the 61 kg weight class & holds the world record for the clean & jerk.- He started oly lifting at 12 years old and his father has been his coach the entire time.- Hampton shares his most memorable moments and gives us insight into what his training looks like.

- A VNR listener said they are heartbroken because their gym recently stopped doing skill work.- This person’s weakness is gymnastics movements.- They feel lost & want to know how to keep making progress.- Pat & Boz share their opinions on this topic.

- Athletes are passionate about their shoes, but is there a best one?- Do you prefer a minimalist shoe? Do you like zero drop?- Do you run in traditional running shoes or in a cross training style shoe?- Pat & Boz share their opinions on this topic.

- Mary Theisen-Lappen is an American weightlifter who recently qualified for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France. - She has a lifetime best of 163 kg (358 lbs.) for the clean & jerk and 120 kg (264 lbs.) for the snatch. - Pat & Adrian talk with Mary about training, life, and her journey to the Olympics.

- A VNR listener wants to know how often Hero workouts should be programmed?- Pat & Adrian tackle this topic.

- On today’s show Pat & Adrian answer questions from two different VNR listeners, Rick & Lauren. - Rick is 52 years old with a huge background in endurance sports. He is one year into CrossFit & wants to know how to balance his schedule.- Lauren is a busy mom with 3 kids, a full time job & not enough sleep. She is trying to find a way to keep fitness a part of her hectic schedule & seeks advice.- Pat & Adrian dive into these topics.

- Mattie Rogers is an American weightlifter who competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.- She is a Pan American Champion.- Mattie holds American records in the Clean & Jerk as well as the Snatch in the 76 kg category.- Her weightlifting career has been filled with incredible successes, but she has also dealt with significant challenges as well.- Mattie openly & honestly discusses the highs & lows of her athletic journey with Pat & Adrian.