Nutrition, Fitness, and the Outdoors: An Insightful Chat with Whitney Tramel

In this episode of the Okayest Cook Podcast, hosts Chris Whonsetler and Andy Heiser are joined by special guest Whitney Tramel, who runs the Wild Strength Podcast. Whitney shares her background as a strength and conditioning coach, primarily working with military personnel, and discusses the physical demands of the outdoors. The conversation explores the similarities in training for combat and hunting, the importance of nutrition and fueling the body properly, and the challenges of setting and maintaining New Year's goals. Whitney offers valuable tips on hydration, portion control, and understanding macros, and provides advice on adjusting workouts based on daily energy levels. The episode also features a discussion on notable meals, including venison roast and gnocchi. Whitney's insights provide a deeper understanding of health, fitness, and nutrition tailored for hunters and the general population alike.

Connect with Whitney:

https://www.instagram.com/wildstrengthpodcast?igsh=MXg3bHlqcGF2OTJxdw==

https://www.instagram.com/whitneytramel_?igsh=MXAwczZxYjVkMml4MQ==

00:00 Getting Started: Setting the Scene

00:38 Meet Whitney Tramel: Newest Addition to the Okayest Network

02:12 Whitney's Background: Strength and Conditioning

02:56 Fitness and Hunting: A Unique Connection

04:31 New Year's Resolutions: Sticking to Goals

05:19 Balancing Fitness and Life: Personal Stories

11:59 Workout Timing: Morning vs. Evening

16:02 Nutrition and Fuel: Eating Right for Your Body

37:38 Portion Control and Mental Tricks

39:31 Thermic Effect of Food and Meal Timing

41:20 Personalized Nutrition and Fasting

48:56 Listening to Your Body

50:05 Red Light, Green Light Training Approach

54:50 Notable Meals and Recipes

01:03:27 Final Thoughts and Social Media

Crew:

Chris Whonsetler

Email: [email protected]

Web: ChrisWhonsetler.com

Instagram: @FromFieldToTable & @WhonPhoto

Andy Heiser

Email: [email protected]

Web: RakeDevelopment.com

Instagram: @andheiser