Gifted Performance Podcast

yan, GIFTED Coach Anthony Plaza and and special guest Adam O’Kelly dive into bodybuilding insights, career hurdles, and overcoming challenges in pursuit of physical and personal growth. Adam shares his journey in bodybuilding and balancing his career while prepping for competitions. The team also discusses financial realities of bodybuilding, the role of support systems, and the highs and lows of competition season, including reflections on recent events like the St. Pete Classic and USA Championships. Work with Coach Anthony Plaza: https://www.giftedperformance.com/ant... Coach Anthony Plaza on IG:   / a_j_plaza   Adam O'Kelley on IG:   / adamokelley   Do you want your question read on the show? Please email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certification Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. Use code WELCOME20 for $20 off your first order! GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedul... GIFTED HQ Instagram -   / gifted-hq   GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft -   / the_squatfather   Coach Annie Gunshow -   / anniegunshow   Coach Thomas Butler -   / tombot.exe   Coach Mike Taylor -   / miketaylordpt   Coach Jason Holt -   / the_completemeathead   Coach Anthony Plaza -   / a_j_plaza   Coach Jeremy DeSantis-   / jeremy_desantis   Coach Steven Tran -   / stevenh.tran   Coach Kerri Harris -   / harrikerris_fit   Coach Caroline Beebe -   / cbsmartbody   Coach Sam Gusumano -   / sammieannfitt  00:15 – Welcome back! Intro to the episode and today’s guests 00:51 – Adam O’Kelly’s bodybuilding journey and career challenges 02:55 – Handling financial stress and sacrifices in bodybuilding 07:10 – Staying motivated through life’s ups and downs 19:02 – St. Pete Classic victory highlights and audience reactions 33:15 – The Nick Walker Olympia drop-out discussion 51:17 – Lessons from the USA Championships and staying grounded 01:16:17 – Adam’s future competition plans and offseason focus 01:22:22 – Closing thoughts and future goals

This week, Ryan is joined by GIFTED Coach Anthony Plaza in a no-holds-barred conversation about bodybuilding prep, life lessons, and how to navigate challenges both in and out of the gym. From the highs and lows of competing to personal growth, they dive deep into Anthony’s journey, including his recent pro card win, faith, and balancing the bodybuilding lifestyle with real life. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just curious about the mindset of a bodybuilder, this episode has something for everyone. Work with Coach Anthony Plaza: https://www.giftedperformance.com/anthony-plaza/ Coach Anthony Plaza on IG: https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Do you want your question read on the show? Please email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certification Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. Use code WELCOME20 for $20 off your first order! GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/ 00:00 - Intro & Last Week Recap 01:00 - Welcoming Anthony 05:00 - Bodybuilding Season Overview 10:00 - Lessons from Nationals & Losses 13:00 - Balancing Bodybuilding with Life Challenges 17:00 - Support Systems and Mental Health 22:00 - Overcoming Doubt & Anxiety 28:00 - Life Changes Impacting Prep 32:00 - Handling Life's Obstacles During Prep 42:00 - Enjoying the Bodybuilding Process 01:14:00 - Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

This week, Ryan dives into a Q&A session, addressing questions from the community. Topics include the future of the CrossFit Games following the tragic passing of Lazar Đukić, highlights from the Olympic Games, the best training frequency for muscle growth, and a critique of the worst supplements on the market. He also shares personal experiences dealing with elbow pain and discusses his favorite cheat meals over the years. Do you want your question read on the show? Please email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certification Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. Use code WELCOME20 for $20 off your first order! GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ GIFTED Fall Retreat 2024 Pigeon River, NC: https://gifted-wellness.com/fall-disconnect-2024/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/ 00:10 - Introduction and Space Coast Classic Announcement 01:04 - Q&A Session Begins 02:38 - What Happens to the CrossFit Games After Lazar's Tragic Passing? 14:19 - Highlight of the Olympic Games 18:55 - Training Frequency: Once vs. Twice a Week for Muscle Growth 22:22 - The Worst Supplements on the Market 35:38 - Dealing with Elbow Pain and Numbness 41:26 - Favorite All-Time Cheat Meals 55:09 - Conclusion and Farewell

This week, Ryan talks creates a tier list ranking fitness foods known for their digestive effects. He also shares his idea for a new fad diet, the "Alpha Male Diet". The episode highlights impressive gymnastics feats, discusses the trend of dewy makeup looks, and reviews the supplement chasteberry for PMS relief. It wraps up with a Reddit question about eating four bagels a day! Do you want your question read on the show? Please email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certification Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. Use code WELCOME20 for $20 off your first order! GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ GIFTED Fall Retreat 2024 Pigeon River, NC: https://gifted-wellness.com/fall-disconnect-2024/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/ 00:10 - Introduction and New Segment: Tier List 01:28 - Crafting the Perfect Fad Diet 02:38 - Sponsor: Space Coast Classic Announcement 04:28 - Memes and Things: Fitness Foods Tier List 20:00 - The Alpha Male Diet 30:16 - Gymnastics Power Output 38:42 - Growing Giant Pumpkins 41:19 - The Dewy Look Trend 51:10 - Steven Tran’s Lifestyle Post 58:47 - Reddit Question: Eating Four Bagels a Day 1:03:48 - Conclusion and Farewell

This week, Ryan talks about a post from Coach Caroline Beebe about strength training for new moms, discusses health myths about cinnamon, talks about the impact of lifestyle on cancer rates, explores the use of THC/CBD in workouts, and checks out some more "healthy" recipes. Do you want your question read on the show? Please email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certification Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. Use code WELCOME20 for $20 off your first order! GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ GIFTED Fall Retreat 2024 Pigeon River, NC: https://gifted-wellness.com/fall-disconnect-2024/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/ 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:33 Promoting Gifted Academics Preps 04:35 Fall Retreat Announcement 06:17 Memes and Things Segment 07:02 Debunking Cinnamon Myths 16:16 Cancer and Modifiable Risk Factors 23:00 Review of "Running High" Supplement 28:56 Healthy Pizza Recipe Critique 32:26 Feats of Strength and Gym Accidents 38:00 301 Test Challenge Preview 45:54 Mama Strong Program Introduction 51:14 Reddit Question of the Week: Making Baby Food 57:33 Conclusion

This week, Ryan talks about the wellness industry as a whole and what makes it up, some more insane Carnivore food, discusses what defines a non-scale victory and more! SPOTIFY VERSION IS MISSING VIDEO THIS WEEK DUE TO SPOTIFY UPLOAD ERRORS, FULL VIDEO IS ON YOUTUBE. Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED Fall Retreat 2024 Pigeon River, NC: https://gifted-wellness.com/fall-disconnect-2024/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/

This week, Ryan talks about A One-Sided Fitness Dating App, introduces a new segment called "That's Really Dumb", Hula Hoop Fitness and more! He also discusses a post from Instagram about how to become a health and fitness 1 percenter. This isn't one you want to miss!Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! Stay Gifted Web Design: https://staygiftedwebdesign.com GIFTED Fall Retreat 2024 Pigeon River, NC: https://gifted-wellness.com/fall-disconnect-2024/GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-teamSchedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consultGIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templatesGIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparelVisit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN.GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday.Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/

This week, Ryan talks about when and how to utilize fasting in your diet, a new kind of "seated squat", a pill that claims to be an alternative to Ozempic based on olive oil and more! He also discusses a post from Instagram about how to become a health and fitness 1 percenter. This isn't one you want to miss! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED Apparel Mystery Items: https://www.giftedperformance.com/product/mystery-apparel/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/

This week, Ryan talks about some memes and things from the internet, including someone saying not to eat peanut butter after the gym, a good CrossFit Influencer, and some more weird food from the Vegan and Carnivore diets! He also discusses a post from Coach Mike Taylor about having a winning rehab mindset. This isn't one you want to miss!Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED Apparel Mystery Items: https://www.giftedperformance.com/product/mystery-apparel/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/

This week, Ryan talks about some memes and things from the internet, including people commenting on women's training post-pregnancy, Disney adults and more! He also discusses a post from Coach Steven Tran about defining a plateau, and answers a question from reddit. This isn't one you want to miss! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED Apparel Mystery Items: https://www.giftedperformance.com/product/mystery-apparel/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ Coach Sam Gusumano - https://www.instagram.com/sammieannfitt/

This week, Ryan talks about some memes and things from the internet, including a few "What people eat in a day" videos, a video from our friend el campeano, discusses the TikTok Oatzempic craze, and answers a question from reddit about eating like a camel. This isn't one you want to miss! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED Apparel Mystery Items: https://www.giftedperformance.com/product/mystery-apparel/ GIFTED DISCONNECT 2024 Costa Rica: https://gifted-wellness.com/gifted-disconnect/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/

This week, Ryan talks about some insane "high protein foods", and discusses the 5-4-3-2-1 Challenge and is elated by the return of the Street Sharks. He also congratulates the GIFTED Athletes of the Week - all of the GIFTED 2024 Transformation Challenge Contestants - and answers a question from Reddit! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! Article on Cycle Syncing: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/fitness/a60004028/cycle-syncing/ GIFTED Apparel Mystery Items: https://www.giftedperformance.com/product/mystery-apparel/ GIFTED DISCONNECT 2024 Costa Rica: https://gifted-wellness.com/gifted-disconnect/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/

This week, Ryan talks about a claimed viral testosterone booster, watches a man yell, covers his shins, discusses weight fluctuations, and learns about a new type of coffee from Thailand. He also congratulates the GIFTED Athletes of the Week - all of the GIFTED 2024 Transformation Challenge Contestants - and answers a question from Reddit! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED DISCONNECT 2024 Costa Rica: https://gifted-wellness.com/gifted-disconnect/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday. Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/

This week, Ryan talks about his recent trip to Denmark, a new supplement called GRUNS, some useless fitness "technology" & takes a look at a man who lifts with three belts. He also congratulates the GIFTED Athletes of the Week - all of the GIFTED 2024 CrossFit Open Athletes - and answers a question from Reddit about turkey! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED DISCONNECT 2024 Costa Rica: https://gifted-wellness.com/gifted-disconnect/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday.

This week, Ryan talks about "Hormone Balance", watches an interesting exercise that may have another use in the bedroom, congratulates the GIFTED Athlete of the Week Michael Turner and answers some questions from Reddit! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED DISCONNECT 2024 Costa Rica: https://gifted-wellness.com/gifted-disconnect/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Miami Meetup: https://www.giftedperformance.com/product/gifted-meet-up-miami/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday.

This week, Ryan talks about lifting after the age of 50, watches an Instagram Reel about hip thrusts reducing chances of pregnancy, discusses an interesting advertisement he saw online, and congratulates the GIFTED Athlete of the Week - Dr. Mike Taylor. Finally, he answers some questions from Reddit! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED DISCONNECT 2024 Costa Rica: https://gifted-wellness.com/gifted-disconnect/ GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED Miami Meetup: https://www.giftedperformance.com/product/gifted-meet-up-miami/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Acacemics for all of your Online Exam Certficiation Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday.

This week, Ryan talks about some questionable Instagram posts about food substitutions and cereal-flavored protein powders, tackles a few Reddit questions - including one about REALLY enjoying imitation crab meat and finally he congratulates the multiple GIFTED Athletes of the week - the Team Squatfather Transformation Crew. Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com!GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/GIFTED DISCONNECT 2024 Costa Rica: https://gifted-wellness.com/gifted-disconnect/ GIFTED Miami Meetup: https://www.giftedperformance.com/product/gifted-meet-up-miami/GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-teamSchedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consultGIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templatesGIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel Visit GiIFTED Academics for all of your Online Exam Certification Preparation needs! We currently offer courses for NASM CPT, NSCA CSCS & CISSN. GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday.

Welcome to the next episode of Coaches Confidential! In this segment, coach Ryan interviews another coach in the fitness space to discuss the trials and tribulations of the coaching business. Coach faces are blurred and their voice is changed to remain anonymous. Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday.

This week, Ryan talks about the role of body fat in the human body, waist trainers and tackles a Reddit question about Artificial Sweeteners. We also launch a new segment, GIFTED Athlete of the Week! Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED Wellness: https://gifted-wellness.com/ GIFTED DISCONNECT 2024 Costa Rica: https://gifted-wellness.com/gifted-disconnect/ GIFTED Express $30/mo Training: http://www.gifted-express.com/ GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consult GIFTED HQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gifted-hq/ Coach Ryan Zeisloft - https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Coach Annie Gunshow - https://www.instagram.com/anniegunshow/ Coach Thomas Butler - https://www.instagram.com/tombot.exe/ Coach Mike Taylor - https://www.instagram.com/miketaylordpt/ Coach Jason Holt - https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/ Coach Anthony Plaza - https://www.instagram.com/a_j_plaza/ Coach Jeremy DeSantis- https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_desantis/ Coach Steven Tran - https://www.instagram.com/stevenh.tran/ Coach Kerri Harris - https://www.instagram.com/harrikerris_fit/ Coach Caroline Beebe - https://www.instagram.com/cbsmartbody/ GIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday.

This week, we introduce a new segment to the show; Coaches Confidential! In this segment, coach Ryan interviews another coach in the fitness space to discuss the trials and tribulations of the coaching business. Coach faces are blurred and their voice is changed to remain anonymous. Do you want your question read on the show? Email us at giftedperformance@gmail.com! GIFTED HQ Website: https://giftedperformance.com/ Our Coaches: https://giftedperformance.com/our-team Schedule a Consultation: https://giftedperformance.com/schedule-a-consultGIFTED Training Templates: https://giftedperformance.com/templates GIFTED Apparel: https://giftedperformance.com/apparel GIFTED Academics: http://gifted-academics.com/ CISSN Self-Led Beta Test: https://courses.giftedperformance.com/ Hosted by GIFTED Head Coach Ryan Zeisloft, join him each week as he highlights clients and answers questions from the GIFTED Community, Interviews others in the Health & Fitness Space, and Dives Deep into Sports Science! New Episodes Every Friday.