HPA Training Podcast

HPA Training Podcast

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HPA Training Podcast episodes

  • Are you training hard enough?

    How Hard Should You Actually Train?


    Are you really training as hard as you think you are?


    In this episode, I explain why judging training intensity is a skill that needs to be developed over time.


    We explore repetitions in reserve (RIR), what technical failure actually means, and how occasional AMRAP sets can help you understand your true capabilities.


    I also discuss how to apply that understanding to strength training, muscle development and managing fatigue — without taking every set to failure.


    The goal isn't simply to work harder. It's to understand how much effort is required to create the adaptation you're training for.

    11 min
  • More Training Does Not Mean Better Training

    More Training Does Not Mean Better Training


    More exercises, more sets and more time in the gym don't automatically produce better results.


    In this episode of the HPA Podcast, presented by CrossFit Ceylon, I discuss why exercise selection, training volume and progression need to serve a clear objective.


    I also share three questions you can use to evaluate your own training program and make sure the work you're doing is actually moving you towards your goals.


    Good training isn't about doing as much as possible. It's about doing the work that matters and progressing it over time.

    11 min
  • Training Through Injury: The Biggest Mistake People Make When Training Through Injury

    Most injuries in training don’t happen because people train too hard.


    They happen because people don’t adjust their training when something starts hurting.


    In this episode of the HPA Podcast (Health, Performance & Aesthetics), we break down a simple framework for how to train when you're dealing with a niggle or minor injury.


    Instead of stopping completely or pushing through pain blindly, we explain how to train intelligently while allowing your body to recover.


    You’ll learn:

    • Why pain is an important signal from your body

    • The biggest mistake people make when training through injuries

    • The three variables you must adjust: volume, frequency, and intensity

    • How to choose movements that won’t aggravate the injury

    • Why isometrics and slow eccentrics are powerful tools for rebuilding joint resilience

    • When to see a physiotherapist and how coaches fit into the rehab process


    If you train consistently, injuries and niggles are part of the journey. The key is learning how to manage them properly so small issues don’t turn into long layoffs.


    Train smart. Stay consistent. Stay healthy.

    8 min
  • We are rebranding.

    Welcome to the HPA Podcast - formerly known as CrossFit Ceylon - now reimagined and rebranded to bring you the best of Health, Performance & Aesthetics.

    We're exploring new ways to elevate your fitness journey and dive into what truly drive optimal health.

    Stay tuned.

    4 min
  • Secret to Motivation

    1) What is motivation?

    2) Intrinsic & Extrinsic motivators

    3) What is your WHY?

    4) Set Measurable ,Specific and Achievable goals

    5) Stay consistent. Schedule your training

    6) Add diversity. Do things outside of the gym

    7) Reward yourself with Delayed Gratification


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    20 min
  • Tracking the right metrics
    While bodyweight can be a useful metric for tracking changes in body composition, it is not always the most accurate indicator of progress and is not the only metric to be tracked. By capturing and tracking the right metrics, we can provide a more accurate picture of progress and help stay motivated and on track towards our goals.
    15 min
  • Decision Fatigue & Food Prep
    One of the biggest factors that impact people's adherence with a diet is the amount of decisions they have to make. If you are eating 3 meals a day every week, you will have to make 21 decisions per week and 84 decision per month. If you prep your food, you could potentially slash those number to 1 decision per week and 4 decision per month. Imagine how much more successful you would be if you optimized this.
    10 min
  • OG CrossFit Ceylon Member? This is for you
    If you went through our Fundamentals program, you may have missed out on our most successful program yet. The onboarding program is an upgraded version of how we used to onboard members. It covers the key aspects of getting results which is Sleep, Nutrition and Stress Management.
    6 min
  • Worlds Best Program
    Very subjective claim , but we believe it. The goal of our onboarding program is to create a launchpad for you to get to your goals. Most people make very avoidable errors in the first couple of months of their journey and our goal is to create a road map for you so that you don't make those mistakes.
    10 min

About HPA Training Podcast

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Welcome to our podcast dedicated to empowering individuals to improve their Health, Performance and Aesthetics through discussions on health, lifestyle and fitness. We believe that fitness goes beyond…