Varied Not Random

- A VNR listener does not like the “variance” aspect of the CrossFit methodology. - He wants to know what would be the pros & cons of simply repeating the same 3 weeks worth of workouts over & over forever.- Pat discusses these topics & more.

- Dan Bailey is multiyear CrossFit Games athlete, a husband & a new father to a set of twins.- Dan talks about how his life & training have changed since having kids, as well as the lessons he has learned.- He also has been pursuing the goal of a 600 lb deadlift, a 500 lb back squat & a 400 lb bench press.- Recently Dan completed the hero workout “Murph” with 100 lbs.- Pat discusses these topics & more.

- 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.