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Get an uncensored deep dive into all things functional fitness, nutrition, and wellness. Head Coach Jason Leydon & the Conquer Team give you a place where you can learn, grow, and laugh.
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When it comes to coaching athletes, there is a significant difference between coaching an individual and a team. Understanding who plays which role on a team, the personal dynamics, and how to be as efficient as possible when navigating a workout together. There is so much that it really does take a different type of coach to be successful with a team than with an individual. Listen in as coach Jay and Tommie discuss these nuances. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
How do you add volume into your training for competitive CrossFit? How long does it take to accomplish this task? And how much is too much Volume? These are questions that are glossed over by far too many coaches, just assuming that more is better. Listen in as coach Jason and Tommie chat about this very important subject surrounding programming for the competitive CrossFit athlete. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Nicki was a 2023 CrossFit Games team athlete, and is a rising star in the sport for sure. She is just continually making improvements and we are so excited to help her along in that process and watch it all unfold. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
With the Quarterfinals behind us, and the Semi's ahead, Coach Jay and Tommie are taking a moment to discuss the situation with the number of penalties that have been handed out to top athletes throughout the online video review process of the Quarterfinals. Is it fair? Are their better ways to execute the online qualifyer? https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Amy Morton has competed twice at the CrossFit Games, once in 2017 as part of a team, and most recently as a Individual Masters Athlete in the 35-39 age division. Listen in as we get to know Amy a bit better. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
The Quarterfinals are almost a wrap! The teams have gone, and the individuals are up this week. Listen in as Coach Jay and Tommie talk about all things Quarterfinals. AND a bonus conversation at the end of the episode about Mat Fraser and Dave Castro. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Mike is a lifelong weightlifter who was a part of the US National Team before making his way into the coaching world. These days he is the head weightlifting coach for Power Monkey Fitness and leads seminars all over the world. Sit back and get to know Mike a bit better. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Quarterfinals are almost here, and we are talking this opportunity to offer up some predictions around what we think will most likely be seen at this stage of the CrossFit season. We also go down a few rabbit holes around some CrossFit athletes that you may find entertaining. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
When it comes to the Sport of Fitness, what is more important: Muscular Endurance, or Aerobic Capacity? This is the over arching question that Coach Jay and Coach Tommy discuss throughout this episode. They give their insights and arguments, as well as comparing top athletes with strengths in each area. This was a fun one, we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Now that the CrossFit Open is all wrapped up, we are looking forward towards Quarterfinals. Today we discuss how to properly peak your athletes for the next stage in the season. Understanding that there are a lot of varying abilities among athletes in the quarterfinals, we address the peaking process from the perspective of an athlete "on the bubble" of making it to Semifinals, as well as the athlete that is most likely vying for a spot at the Games. Enjoy https://www.conquerathlete.com/
How much is too much? This is a common question within the sport of CrossFit. Finding that balance between properly preparing for competition and adequately recovering from session to session is absolutely critical. Listen in as Coach Jay and Coach Tommie talk about how they feather in volume to their conquer athlete programs. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Today we have return guest: Dr. Mike T Nelson. Dr. Nelson gives us some insight on the therapeutic uses of various psychedelic compounds, primarily; psilocybin, DMT, and MDMA. We discuss the various possible uses, benefits, and cautions for each, and what they are being used to treat in therapeutic settings. This is a fascinating field of research and exploration, and we hope that you enjoy listening to Dr. Mike as much as we did. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
This weeks Spotlight is actually going to shine on one of our own coaches! Coach Ryan Buchiantini has been a part of the team for a while now, and we felt it was high time that you all learn more about him and his wealth of knowledge when it comes to the art of coaching athletes. So sit back and enjoy.
There are a lot of topics covered on today's show. But the one that you will most likely be interested in is, how can you gain a competitive advantage within the sport of fitness. Coach Jay and coach Tommie take you through all of the finer points here. Get ready to take some notes. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Today's show was a fun one. We decided to answer a number of questions that were sent in over the last few weeks from clients, followers, and other coaches. We specifically answer questions surrounding ideas around how to effectively add things like volume and intensity into an individual clients program, as well as how to connect with and get buy-in from your athletes. We enjoyed answering questions from our listeners, and we hope that you will enjoy listening to our response. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
With the CrossFit Open right around the corner, we thought it was the perfect time to share some insight into how to prep your athletes, not only for the Open, but also for those who have a shot at moving on to Quarter Finals next. More importantly, for those athletes, how do you prep for the Open BUT still PEAK for the Quarter Finals. Coach Jay walks us through a short and sweet episode outlining all of this. Enjoy https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Margaux is a multi-time CrossFit Games Athlete, as well as a Titan Games Competitor, she is officially a sponsored GoRuck, Rogue Fitness, and Yeti Athlete. And to top it all off, she is the owner of her own wine company. She is one of the more interesting woman that we know, and is always up to something new. We loved taking some time to chat with her today. Enjoy Margaux's IG: @321gaux
Today we take about ways that you, or your coach, could be unintentionally sabotaging your program and robbing you of your hard earned gains. We take about the programs themselves, nutrition, recovery, and all the things. Grab your notepad, sit back, and listen. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Today Coach Jay and Tommy discuss the nuances of what its like to coach at a competition. Coaching at a competition is much different than coaching in the gym or remotely, and the guys discuss these differences as well as the benefits and things that can be learned in this situation. This was a fun recording with a few tangents as well that we think you will like. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
Paul Spada is one of the best Collegiate Strength and Conditioning coaches out there. His knowledge of his craft is undeniable, but it is the level of passion for what he does that really separates him from the pack and helps him to connect with his athletes and get them to their absolute best. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
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