By Kelly Lutz & JK McLeod
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The podcast currently has 35 episodes available.
In this “late-night episode” of 'Lifting, Running, and Living,' coaches Kelly and JK dive into their latest updates and tackle the intriguing topic of personalized workout plans.
Kelly shares her experiences with a new tech startup job and switching back to using her Whoop, while JK talks about the status of his current fat loss phase.
They then jump into a discussion on an Outside Magazine article questioning the efficacy of personalized training plans, ultimately emphasizing the importance of individualized guidance in training.
From personal anecdotes to article breakdowns, join them for an insightful and entertaining conversation.
00:00 Welcome to Lifting, Running, and Living
00:16 Late Night Podcast Vibes
01:11 Social Media and ClearSpace App
01:58 Updates and New Job Adventures
02:24 Feed Your Habits Merch
03:28 Balancing Work and Coaching
10:23 Whoop Tracker and Fitness Data
25:34 New Strength Training Program
29:59 Cutting Phase Progress
35:47 Planning a Reset Week
36:26 Struggling with Low Energy
38:49 Observations on Impatience
42:35 Microwave Society
44:04 Reviewing an Article on Personalized Training
45:06 Debating the Effectiveness of Personalized Workouts
01:13:19 Genetics and Training Response
01:15:09 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
Links:
https://www.outsideonline.com/health/training-performance/personalized-training-advice/
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Welcome back to another episode with your favorite coaches, Kelly and JK! This time, it's all about updates.
First, Kelly dives into her experience with the Clear Space app and how it's helping her manage screen time for various apps like Instagram and Threads.
We also hear about Kelly's COVID-19 recovery journey, making strides in running, and her birthday run with friends.
JK updates us on his fat loss phase, the importance of comfortable challenges from his recent read, 'The Comfort Crisis,' and his experiment with InBody scans.
The biggest news? Kelly's going back to tech as a data analyst, while still keeping her coaching passion alive. Exciting times ahead!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:10 Living Update: Clear Space App
03:57 Living Update: Practicing Gratitude
12:28 Training Update: COVID Recovery
16:51 Training Update: Fat Loss Phase
27:30 Living Update: Birthday Reflections
30:44 Living Update: The Comfort Crisis Book Review
38:55 Book Recommendation and Audience
41:23 New Job Announcement
42:14 Balancing Coaching and Tech
53:52 InBody Scan Experience
01:08:51 Podcast Scheduling Challenges
01:11:57 Closing Remarks and Contact Info
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Welcome back to Lifting, Running and Living!
This week, Kelly's recovering from the vid and discussing her return to fitness, and effective productivity tools like ClearSpace to manage social media distractions.
JK’s in a fat loss phase and today (8/30) is his birthday!!
They delve into the emotional impact of social comparison within the fitness community and share advice on handling feelings of inadequacy.
They explore the intricacies of social media's influence on athletes' self-perception and balancing achievement celebrations without inducing inadequacy as coaches.
Additionally, the episode highlights the significance of committing to the process and recognizing milestone wins.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff
00:20 Kelly's COVID Experience
02:43 Recovery and Return to Training
05:31 Heart Rate Variability and Resting Heart Rate
12:46 ClearSpace App and Social Media Usage
27:16 Ty's Baseball Finals
29:09 JK's Fat Loss Journey
38:31 Age and Perception of Aging
41:34 Distracted Driving Concerns
47:42 Social Media and Fitness Comparisons
01:01:30 The Impact of Posting Race Results
01:21:47 Using AI
01:26:46 Conclusion and Wrap-Up
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This week, Kelly and JK mix fitness updates, Olympic highlights, and lively chats. Kelly's juggling a new lifting routine with running, while JK's adjusting to family changes with Ava off to college.
They rave about 2024 Olympic moments—Kelly's hyped on women's sport climbing and Sifan Hassan's epic triple, JK on Quincy Hall's gutsy 400m finish and Simone Biles' inspiring performances.
They also mention Sha’carri’s iconic 4 x 100m finish, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s dominance and FloJo’s legend status.
Enjoy!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff
00:26 Kelly's Lifting Program Update
02:59 Challenges and Adjustments in Training
16:56 Ty's Baseball Highlights
19:15 Ava's College Move-In Experience
31:37 JK's Training and Upcoming Plans
37:17 Olympic Highlights Teaser
44:05 Impressive Speed Climbing Records
44:52 Brooke Raboutou's Journey to the Finals
46:03 Scoring and Chaotic Lead Climbing
47:01 Emotional Moments in Climbing Finals
49:43 Dynamic Movements in Climbing
51:38 Men's 400 Meter Run Highlight
52:08 Quincy Hall's Gut Check Performance
01:01:28 Sifan Hassan's Unheard of Triple
01:04:41 Simone Biles' Comeback Tour
01:14:15 Sha'Carri Richardson's Iconic 4x100 Finish
01:23:07 Sydney McLaughlin's Domination
01:27:27 Closing Remarks and Podcast Recommendations
Ty’s game winning out: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-jLEyzuprV/?igsh=MXQ1bTRwaTd6Z2N1dg==
Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL599I12BSu7w6gWoC0Cz6ONnMjo-v3Rk9
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In episode 31, Kelly and JK start with their latest life updates as per usual.
Kelly details her new lifting program and potential ghost in the house.
JK launches his new company and reflects on his recent training.
The real talk begins with a dive into tough love coaching, exploring its merits and misinterpretations. Through personal stories, listener feedback, and ChatGPT insights, they debate whether tough love aids or hinders progress.
They also discuss balancing toughness with empathy, the emotional impacts on coaches, and setting boundaries.
Tune in for laughs, thoughtful discussions, and practical coaching tips!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff
00:47 New Lifting Program Updates
11:06 The Mysterious Measuring Cup
20:53 Launching a T-Shirt Company
25:00 Distracted Training and Coaching Insights
37:35 Tough Love in Coaching
43:53 Introduction to Tough Love Coaching
45:45 Defining Tough Love Coaching
46:25 ChatGPT's Perspective on Tough Love
47:45 Personal Experiences and Opinions
49:56 Tough Love vs. Empathy in Coaching
53:20 Real-Life Coaching Scenarios
56:32 Balancing Tough Love and Support
01:20:51 Gender Perspectives on Tough Love
01:32:10 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
Feed Your Habits (JKFYH for 10% off): https://feedyourhabits.com/
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Join coaches Kelly and JK as they kick off Episode 30 with fun updates and a deep dive into the impact of sponsorships for coaches.
Kelly shares her recent sweat test results and insights into sodium intake during runs, plus a recap of her Vail Hill Climb success.
JK talks about his recent family road trip, navigating training during travel, and the importance of maintaining flexibility and strength.
They discuss the controversial topic of whether coaches should have sponsors, bringing different perspectives to the table.
Tune in for all this and more!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff
00:37 Kelly's Sweat Test Results
02:27 Electrolytes and Endurance Sports
07:49 Kelly's Vale Hill Climb Recap
10:08 JK's Family Road Trip
11:54 JK's Training and Travel Routine
16:25 Functional Benefits of Training
27:03 Coaching and Sponsorships Debate
35:24 Debating Bias in Coaching Sponsorships
37:13 The Role of Transparency in Sponsorships
40:28 Personal Experiences with Sponsorships
47:24 Indirect Sponsorships and Hidden Biases
51:13 The Coaching Tree and Industry Connections
57:22 Navigating Sponsorships with Integrity
01:08:28 The Challenge of Solo Podcasting
01:11:16 Reflecting on Legacy and Timeless Advice
01:15:49 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement
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In this episode, Kelly and JK discuss the importance of tailoring workout routines to individual preferences and pushing through less enjoyable workouts to reach performance goals!
They share personal updates, including Kelly's sweat test results and JK's muscle-building journey.
The main chat revolves around a social media debate on the 'perfect' workout plan versus one that clients will actually stick to. They delve into managing client preferences, the importance of hated yet essential workouts, and the benefit of repeating routines to track progress.
They also cover various client scenarios, the psychology behind training adherence, and the balance between structure and flexibility.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff
00:36 Addressing Current Events and Personal Struggles
02:09 Running Updates and Hydration Insights
08:37 Lifting and Unilateral Exercises
12:24 Training Phase and Nutrition Strategy
18:44 Mindful Eating Challenge
25:32 Sneaker Donation Experience
36:41 Discussion on Effective Workouts
41:06 Balancing Client Engagement and Evidence-Based Training
41:34 Understanding Client Preferences in Training
42:51 Addressing Dislikes in Training Programs
43:26 Flexibility in Personal Training
45:20 The Importance of Enjoying Your Workouts
47:09 Handling Client Resistance to Specific Exercises
48:10 The Role of a Coach in Identifying Client Behavior
49:07 Strategies for Overcoming Training Challenges
01:02:41 Incorporating Variety in Training Plans
01:09:07 The Value of Repeating Workouts
01:18:42 Upcoming Topics and Podcast Announcements
Links:
https://gotsneakers.com/
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In this episode, Kelly and JK bring you updates from their recent adventures, like Kelly’s morning run challenge and JK’s trip to Rickwood Field.
Then, they dive into the art of balancing competing fitness goals, whether you're aiming for fat loss or training for a marathon. Inspired by Greg McKeown’s 'Essentialism,' they unpack the evolution of the term 'priority' and its critical role in both fitness and business.
They also explore the concept of periodization in training and the struggle of ranking fitness goals. Don’t miss their lively chat on navigating challenges, making tough decisions, and achieving long-term success in your fitness journey!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff
00:50 Morning Run Challenge Updates
03:42 The Importance of Challenges
15:15 Sweat Test and Hydration Insights
18:09 Grocery Store Struggles
23:11 Olympic Trials and Snoop Dogg's Appearance
34:36 Travel and Technical Difficulties
47:07 Introduction to Competing Goals
47:39 Social Media Impact on Engagement
49:04 The Viral Post on Threads
50:04 Debate on Competing Goals
51:06 Reading and Responding to Comments
55:03 Importance of Identifying Priorities
58:34 Challenges in Prioritizing Goals
01:02:17 Balancing Multiple Activities
01:11:09 The Concept of Periodization
01:23:42 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
Links:
The thread in question: https://www.threads.net/@coachjkmcleod/post/C79NVTvRz1n?xmt=AQGzZM79RYXHOW9XOZPzzQ0CqwR0DsRK60IAjkfY0GD1cA
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Kelly and JK dive deep into the controversy surrounding Spring Energy's 'Awesome Sauce' gel, which was found to have significantly less carbs than advertised.
They discuss the broader implications of such mislabeling in the sports nutrition industry, highlighting the importance of accurate carbohydrate data for athletes.
The conversation expands to examine industry practices, ethical responsibilities of coaches, and the necessity of third-party testing, drawing parallels with the Volkswagen emissions scandal.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff
00:27 Kelly's Life Updates
00:53 Wedding Stories and Mishaps
07:14 Morning Running Challenge
08:30 Cicada Invasion Discussion
13:48 Ava's Graduation Party and Parenting Tetris
18:28 Fitness Goals and Step Count Challenges
27:59 Reading Goals and Strategies
32:21 Spring Energy Awesome Sauce Controversy
36:33 Lab Results Reveal Shocking Findings
36:58 Community Reactions and GoFundMe Efforts
38:28 Spring Energy's Response and Reformulation
38:51 Non-Runner's Perspective
41:50 Koop vs. The Roches: Ultra Running's Biggest Beef
57:42 Underfueling Concerns and Class Action Speculations
01:04:25 Comparisons to Other Food Labeling Scandals
01:09:27 Coaching Ethics and Sponsorship Dilemmas
01:24:05 Listener Engagement and Episode Wrap-Up
Links:
MFA 120. WTF is going on with Spring Energy Awesomesauce? https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/egycKIJBbKb
Koopcast Spring Energy episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/koopcast/id1489494447?i=1000657480774
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This week Kelly and JK delve into the world of AI-generated running plans by reviewing detailed training programs created by ChatGPT for different race distances and time goals.
They critically examine plans for a 1:45 and 2:30 half marathon, and a 50K ultra, discussing aspects like weekly mileage, workout descriptions, taper strategies, and the inclusion of strength training and nutrition advice.
Kelly offers her take on what works, what doesn't, and how these AI-generated plans stack up against those crafted by human coaches.
00:00 Welcome to Episode 26: Updates and Trail Race Experiences
00:31 Kelly's Trail Race Recap and Future Plans
07:12 Personal Updates and Transitioning to In-Person Training
08:42 Training Focus: Muscle Building and Running Intervals
14:38 Preparing for High School Graduation and Reflecting on the Pandemic's Impact
20:37 Analyzing Three Running Training Plans from ChatGPT
22:29 Analyzing the 1:45 Half Marathon Plan
39:32 Detailed Analysis of the 2:30 Half Marathon Plan
47:58 Unpacking the 50K Ultra Marathon Plan
01:05:50 Final Thoughts on Training Plans and Future of Coaching
Links:
LRL Episode 6: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/aSOvcn6nOJb
Half marathon with 1:45 time goal (8:00 pace): https://chatgpt.com/share/7cb1fb1b-9d41-4479-9e24-dee99412a42e
Half marathon with 2:30 time goal (11:26 pace): https://chatgpt.com/share/6aa93bd7-12f2-4577-965d-d02e256f8501
50k plan for 7 hour finish: https://chatgpt.com/share/0b5e6bbb-84b6-46ac-b30d-bc828b3e76a6
Follow the pod at @liftingrunninglivingpod
Email us at [email protected]
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Follow Kelly at @coachingklutz
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