Thayer and Mac kick off this episode of Paint the Edges with a mix of personal updates, including Mac's recent competition success—with insights on coaching, communication, and travel. They dive into the importance of understanding exercise intent, the role of education in developing problem-solving coaches, and how biomechanics applies across disciplines.

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Travel Edition Insights (00:02:02) The Hotel Experience (00:06:06) Uber Adventures in Sydney (00:09:01) Competition and Future Plans (00:17:03) Navigating Transportation Challenges (00:17:47) Understanding Communication in Coaching (00:19:45) The Importance of Purpose in Exercise Selection (00:20:57) Expanding the Utility of Exercise Tools (00:23:03) The Systems Approach to Training (00:25:42) The Role of Education in Coaching (00:27:33) Encouraging Independent Problem Solving (00:29:34) The Importance of Asking the Right Questions (00:31:32) Building Confidence in Problem Solving (00:36:16) Applying Biomechanics Across Disciplines (00:40:50)