Help Me Understand

In this episode of the Help Me Understand podcast, JK sits down with Betsy Foster (MS, CSCS), owner of Foster Strength, to talk about her journey from high level dancer, to personal training and coaching.

Betsy is the owner of Foster Strength, an online platform with a specific focus on helping women build muscle by uncomplicating training and nutrition simple.

Along with being a coach and trainer with over 14 years of professional training experience, Betsy is a married mother of two young girls, and an avid fan of the Baltimore Ravens NFL football team.

Betsy shares insights with JK as they discuss the importance of building muscle sustainably, avoiding the traps of yo-yo exercising, and the power of simplicity and consistency in fitness.

The conversation also touches on the impact of nutrition and the key role of proper fueling in achieving strength goals.

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Betsy's program: ⁠Built Bodies⁠

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On today's episode, JK reviews specific arguments against functional training, including:

- lacking specificity for athletes

- increased risk of injury

- limited hypertrophy and aesthetic results

- difficult to measure progress

...and more.

Listen in as JK shares his perspective on what functional training is, why it is/isn't a better choice than hypertrophy, along with examples of what a combination of the two could look like in one session.

Mentioned in today's episode:

⁠Effect of Functional Training on Physical Fitness Among Athletes: A Systematic Review⁠

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In this episode of the Help Me Understand podcast, host JK McLeod dives into the tough decisions that sports organizations face when tragedy strikes, using the recent events at the 2024 CrossFit Games as a backdrop.

JK explores how business interests often play a significant role in whether or not competitions continue, even in the wake of heartbreaking incidents.

He also touches on the challenges of balancing fan expectations with the realities of running a sport as a business.

Mentioned in today's episode:

This Is Joy & Claire

Afternoon Snack

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In this episode, JK delves into the often awkward and uncomfortable moments when others comment on your healthy choices.

Drawing from personal experience and client stories, JK shares insights on how to navigate these situations with confidence and perspective.

Whether you're worried about being judged or just want to stay committed to your goals, this episode offers valuable takeaways for anyone striving to maintain a healthy lifestyle amidst social pressures.

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On today's episode, JK shares 6 foundational habits that can support your fitness goals.

Listen in as he offers his perspective on why these habits matter, and how tracking all (or some) of them can put you in a better position to maximize your training.

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In this episode, JK discusses the importance of finding a supportive community or people when implementing positive habits.

He shares his thoughts on the research and science behind sustained success and goal achievement, and explores two strategies for finding a supportive community.

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On today's episode, JK is sharing feedback sent in and/or posted from listeners in the month of July, along with a recent win related to the podcast.

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In this episode, JK discusses the topic of personal trainers working out with their clients.

He shares some context behind his perspective, including his experiences as:

-A personal trainer who wanted to motivate and lead by example

-A group fitness coach when there is a low class turnout

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In this episode, JK shares his thoughts on the discourse surrounding labeling females as DEI hires and using it as a weak argument in disagreements.

He discusses his experiences growing up in diverse environments and his attempts to engage in conversations with people who have shared derogatory posts and comments

JK expresses his perspective concerning the disrespectful comments about women and emphasizes the importance of valuing and respecting women's leadership abilities.

He concludes by encouraging listeners to engage in respectful disagreements.

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In this episode, JK discusses the fear of getting bulky and why coaches are not concerned about it when it comes to most lifestyle-based clients.

He breaks down three key areas: nutrition, sleep, and training, explaining the level of consistency and structure required to achieve an extremely muscular physique.

JK also mentions the importance of understanding monetization and relationships for influencers and competitors.

He emphasizes that the majority of people do not have the willingness to make the sacrifices necessary to reach an extreme level of muscularity.

JK concludes by sharing his own perspective on balancing strength, aesthetics, and health.

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TIME STAMPS

00:00 Introduction and Gratitude

04:18 Understanding the Fear of Getting Bulky

07:13 The Three Key Areas: Nutrition, Sleep, and Training

18:51 The Role of Monetization and Relationships

23:56 The Reality of Sacrifices for Extreme Muscularity

28:24 Balancing Strength, Aesthetics, and Health

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