P13 Podcast

In life it is very easy to look at someone you know, admire, aspire etc... and say "why am I not like that?" Fitness is much the same. You can look at a fitness enthusiast, trainers, owners, people on instagram and ask the same question. Comparing yourself is time consuming, exhausting and can also be demeaning. But it doesn't have to be. Listen in as Michael and Thomas dive in and discuss individual comparison. They discuss how comparing yourself can be detrimental to your day to day function, but also look at how comparing yourself can work to your advantage. Enjoy!

In fitness you will hear various terms. Some are straight forward and some of them make you think, "what does that mean?" Such is so with the term Functional Fitness. In this episode of the P13 podcast Michael and Thomas sit down and discuss the topic of Functional Fitness. What does that mean? Is what I am doing functional for me? Listen in as the boys break it down. Enjoy!

Take a trip with us down memory lane. Yes! it is a best of episode. Listen as we talk about the beginnings of P13, how the name came about, some of the informational episodes and re-listen to some of the episodes with our guests. All that and a few little funny excerpts from this past year. Enjoy!

In this episode of the P13 Podcast, Michael and Thomas discuss training for "Life." Listen in as they look at how training should compliment your daily life, and how "play," can influence how you approach your week of training. The boys agree that there is more to life than just training, and sometimes you just need to look at how you can incorporate life and fitness. Enjoy!.

In this episode of the P13 Podcast the boys sit down and discuss the topic of finding a coach. Whatever decision you have to make, it is nice to have someone there to be a voice of reason. They can impart wisdom, push your limits, and even be you psychiatrist. Listen in to hear how Michael and Thomas discuss what they look for in a coach, what makes a good coach and their experience with coaches. Enjoy!

On this episode of the P13 podcast, Michael and Thomas answer your questions. That's right another FAQ episode. We talk briefly about how the name Project 13 Gyms came to be, the importance on mobility and a little bit about diet. Sit back relax and enjoy us answering your questions.

"The truth will set you free!" In this episode of the P13 podcast Michael and Thomas talk about the topic of being honest with yourself. In exercise that could be related to a lot of things, your intensity, your goals, your nutrition, etc... They explore how being honest with yourself or dishonest with yourself can get you closer or further away from you goals. Listen in to their experiences and their discussion of how you can manage your situation so that you can be honest with yourself and get the most out of what life has to offer. Enjoy!

In this episode of the P13 Podcast, Michael and Thomas continue their discussion with Dr. Chandler Bolles about pain. Dr. Bolles talks about how some of the physical and psychological aspects regarding pain such as, association of lower back pain with movements like deadlifts. They delve into therapies regarding pain and how someone can work through the challenges associated with pain. Enjoy!

In this episode of the P13 podcast. Michael and Thomas sit down with Dr. Chandler Bolles to talk about one of the more interesting topics in health and fitness, Pain! You may get it after an intense bout of exercise, have just been dealing with pain for a long period of time, or have used pain as a badge of honor. Whatever the case may be, listen in as the 3 of them talk about acute and chronic pain, how it can be developed over time, some of the mechanics of pain and much more. Enjoy!

In this episode of the P13 Podcast, Michael and Thomas explore the concept of warming up. The boys have had questions asked about warming up and they are here to discuss their thoughts and experiences with warming up. Listen in as they talk about how you can warmup, what you need to consider when warming up and how long you should be warming up. It's all here for you to learn and apply in your training. Enjoy!