Coffee with the Coaches

Whether you're new or an OG in the iron game, this episode with Kurt is a fantastic listen. He digs into training for hypertrophy vs. strength, how they benefit each other, and when one or the other would be applicable to where you currently are in your lifting journey. And in typical fashion of all three hosts today, we spend a good chunk of time rambling on about nonsense. You'll have to stick around to the end to hear our weekly dad joke, sorry! (not sorry)

You can find Kurt on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook @coachkurticus

Paige: @mccormx

Michael: @themichaelhaugh

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We've all seen 'em... those WTF exercises that some broseph or Instafluencer is doing that makes you question their sanity. Paige and Michael run through a laundry list of weird exercises collected from Instagram polls and lay out the good, bad, and awkward; giving each a rating based on our own opinions.

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Michael and Paige make a living on getting people in shape and out of pain. Listen in to learn how you can stop skipping the gym on snatch days because your shoulder hurts, stop skipping toes-to-bar days because you're sick of doing knees to elbow all the time, and stop skipping deadlifts because they flare up your back. Movement and exercise should not be painful or frustrating.

We want you to speak up; tell us when things give you problems before those problems break you. And when fixing those problems become a priority for you, let us know.

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From emotional connections to dressing the part--Michael and Paige discuss the intricacies of what we believe makes a good coach. It's not as easy or black and white as the Insta-trainer with a 6-pack makes it seem! 

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Special edition! We're crackin' cold ones instead of sipping on hot ones this weekend. Michael, Paige, Mrs. Haugh, Ryan-Rod, and super-special guest host, Jason Campbell, came straight to the gym from the Downtown Sikeston St. Patty's Beer Fest to bring you this special episode.

We talk dad jokes, living in STL, fitness, nutrition, first-time powerlifting competition butterflies, what it's like to work at 1st Phorm HQ, and other buzzed ramblings. This one is long, but sure to entertain. If you have to take a break midway, be sure to leave it in your queue to finish out later! 

Michael and Paige sit down with first-ever guest from Episode 1, Natalie Davison! There is zero seriousness in this episode, so listen in for some chuckles. 

Natalie is looking for a deal on a warehouse for her business, so contact us if you know of any!

Michael recaps FNL #1 of 2021.

Paige shares about her adventures in Costa Rica last week with Coach Ryan and the DeLaughters.

Michael and Paige chat about how to improve your strength, skill, conditioning, or WHATEVER you're looking to improve by spending some FOCUS on your workout. We also chat about how we wound up in the business of fitness. Listen in for some good dad jokes and chats about our favorite thing to do; getting SWOLE!

Michael and Paige discuss the intricacies that play into how pain and injuries occur, how to listen to your own body to determine if you're at risk for either, and how to determine the workload you should adopt to exercise safely and effectively.

To visualize and grasp this concept in depth, watch Dr. Sean Pastuch talk about Load, Capacity, and Pain:

https://youtu.be/qB9n7g1b0Bw

Sam Thomas... almost as famous as Heather Williams. But, as usual, a few steps behind. He tells us his story of being wheelchair and crutch-bound after multiple knee surgeries to now squatting, lunging, and jumping in good functional health. We also talk about what it's like to be a small business in a small town and how grateful we are to have the opportunities we do. All around just cool sh*t as usual with Sam! 

To learn more about our gym go to bootheelcrossfit.com.

To connect with us on instagram:

Sam: @samthemarine, or check out his business @samsfinejewelrysikeston, or find them on Facebook

Michael: @themichaelhaugh

Paige: @mccormx

Michael, Paige, and super special guest host Ada are back this week with a random Q&A with common questions from members. Topics include "why does my cardio suck?, why is it important to be on time?, when should I increase weight on the bar?" and more! 

Please rate, review, and share with your friends if you think they'll find benefit!

***Our final question of the day was about wrist pain in the front squat and Paige would like to clarify that she made some points that were actually INCORRECT about the most common reason front squats are limited. Lats can be an issue, but wrists ARE the most common limiter in front squat mobility.