Friend-of-the-show EC Synkowski joins us this week to answer your questions about training for a 500lb deadlift into a sub-5:00 mile test, back injuries, and whether CrossFitters should try to work out during multi-day fasts.

EXPECT TO LEARN:

📍 EC’s woo-woo moment that helped her tackle her long-time back problems

📍 EC’s first big question to ask about fasting

📍 Ben’s prescription for a weak back

📍 What to focus on when selling transformational coaching services

📍 The core memories that got us hooked on CrossFit 10+ years ago

Thanks to our sponsors this week: LMNT | UCAN | BlueChew

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ABOUT US: 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, podcaster, and creator of Functional Branding. Find him on Instagram.

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