The Fitness Experiment

Hey guys, we're back with season 3! We wanted to kick things off with something we hate doing - talking about ourselves. So in this episode you'll learn about: - Where we grew up, how we grew up, the sports we played - People who shaped us including family and friends and more - What led us to our career, what would we change, what we've learnt along the way - and more! TFE CONTACT Our WEBSITE is now live! BOOK YOUR SPOT for THRIVE 1.0 - our collaborative fitness + nutrition program. Just head to our site for more details! Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

There’s been some big claims as of late that “any serious crossfit athletes should try keto.” We don’t quite buy this!  We break down the physiology behind ketogenic diets, and why they are NOT the same as a ‘low carb’ diet. We discuss the exact ketogenic studies they used to claim “greater fat loss, retention of 1RM strength, and refuelling of glycogen.”  One claim that may hold true is the improvement to inflammation and recovery on a ketogenic diet....don’t worry, we debated this for you too, and much more! If you like the nitty gritty details on exercise nutrition then you’ll dig this episode! LINKS TO PREVIOUS PODCASTS MENTIONED: 1) Chett's Carnivore Diet Experiment - https://anchor.fm/scienceexperience/episodes/Ep--9-Chetts-Carnivore-Diet-Experiment-e93u00 2) We Debunk Jillian Michael's Claims - https://anchor.fm/scienceexperience/episodes/19--Jillian-Michaels-Bashes-Crossfit--then-Attacks-the-Ketogenic-Diet-e38rvv TFE CONTACT Our WEBSITE is now live! BOOK YOUR SPOT for THRIVE 1.0 - our collaborative fitness + nutrition program. Just head to our site for more details! Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

We have a very special guest for you this week. None other than The Movement Doc, Dr. CJ DePalma. CJ is a DPT (Doctor of Physiotherapy) and runs a physical therapy clinic in Pensacola, Florida. He also plays a vital role with the world renowned WODPrep. CJ specializes in pain management and rehabilitation through a unique approach of education and movement, and has experience treating a wide range of patients throughout functional fitness and beyond. Today we tackle the biggest rehab. myths with CJ: - Why "warm up" and traditional stretching might be overrated - Why icing injuries is a terrible idea - We talk about the biggest movement flaws in functional fitness and crossfit - Is lifting weights bad for children? - How deadlifting is NOT "bad for your back" - Is CBD a panacea? And much more! CONTACT CJ WEBSITE INSTAGRAM (@the_movement_dr) *** ATTENTION! *** We release the successful applications for our THRIVE 1.0 program in this episode! TFE CONTACT Our WEBSITE is now live! BOOK YOUR SPOT for THRIVE 1.0 - our collaborative fitness + nutrition program. Just head to our site for more details! Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

We are debunking some of the biggest fitness myths on this episode!  Do you need to do more cardio for fat loss? Is calories in vs. calories out the only important metric? Is creatine steroids? Should your grandma strength train? How much protein can we absorb in one sitting? And so much more! TFE CONTACT Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! Our WEBSITE is now live!  >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

Sometimes less is more, and this holds particularly true in sports....and again, even more true in the sport of functional fitness and crossfit. Young and old athletes alike often train UNINTENTIONALLY and WITHOUT A PLAN, often doing extra volume that what is required and causing more harm than good.  What are we talking about? We are talking about causing burn out (both mental and physical), increasing risk of injury, disrespecting strength progressions and failing to make necessary sacrifices for 'growth'. We also talk about how foods and general macronutrients should fluctuate based on time of season. For instance, fats higher in the OFF season to build and repair hormones, joints, and overall health...enjoy the episode! TFE CONTACT Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

This week we talk about my (Chett) ongoing experiment with the carnivore diet. I've completely removed all vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds, wheat and breads, processed goods, drinks, everything! I share some of the profound benefits I've experienced after only ONE WEEK! We also share some stories of other people reversing and even curing chronic illnesses with the carnivore diet, particularly those with autoimmune conditions. We will share how and why that is! We talk about HOW this way of eating can be beneficial. Interestingly, it has to do with the removal of many "plant toxins". These defence chemicals found within plants that can trigger inflammatory responses in humans!  Shocked? We were too. Take a listen and let us know what you think about this paradigm shifting concept. Enjoy! TFE CONTACT Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

ATTENTION! Will and Dalton are raising money for the 24 Hours of Heroes fund, an incredible cause that raises money for the WOUNDED WARRIORS CANADA charity. Today on the podcast Will and Dalton from the PTCOFFEECAST join us! Will and Dalton are both PTs, and completed their training in physiotherapy school at Western University; a prestigious and highly competitive program. We dig into some techniques they use in their clinics to help athletes and individuals return to health and play. We talk about some unique challenges they face, and also discuss the importance of MINDSET around recovery. We also discuss the importance of a physiotherapist having knowledge in exercise and fitness! If you are an injured athlete looking for care, this may be the most important quality to look for. Enjoy! CONTACT Will and Dalton's podcast - PTCOFFEECAST (on apple podcast and all podcast apps) Follow them on INSTAGRAM @themvmtpts TFE CONTACT Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

This is part 2 of the episode we recorded with Deon Keller. This is the ULTIMATE critical thinking podcast. This one is tough to summarize because it is THAT good. Deon shares some of his experiences as a highschool teacher, including how 'critical thinking' skills have dramatically shifted for some. We discuss the great importance of learning to deal with struggle and hardship, in BOTH sport and life, and also explore the current landscape....do you think we as a society have gotten away from this? Do kids and people fear failure now? This could have some terrible consequences. There's so much more, buckle up and enjoy! CONTACT Deon IG - keller_fitness10 Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition 

We have a very special guest for you guys today. Deon Keller joins us on the podcast today. He is a high schooler teacher but also a successful strength & conditioning coach. In part 1, we talk about Deon's recent in depth lab work he had completed. We go over inflammatory markers, hormones, liver function and more, and discuss what they mean. We also talk about his diet and nutrition habits in general, and how they have influenced his results. We also talk about his experience in and out of highschool (teaching) fitness and much much more.  Deon is a wealth of knowledge and it was a pleasure recording this episode with him, and learning from him. We know that you will enjoy this episode, just as much as we enjoyed recording it! Enjoy!  CONTACT Deon IG - keller_fitness10 Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

I know I've said this before but I really mean in now.....this is a mindblowing episode that you do not want to miss. We discuss so many 'popular concepts' of health & nutrition that just may shatter your existing paradigm.  The recent documentary on Netflix, the Game Changers, suggests that plant-based nutrition is the answer for athletes wishing to reach optimal performance, and is the answer for those seeking optimal health. Is this the case? Or is there scientific research suggesting otherwise? What about the athletes presented here, have they gone on to smash new records and hit a new level of performance? We talk about what was left OUT of this film, the misrepresentation of cholesterol, how cholesterol is linked to depression and even suicide. We also breakdown all the possible nutrients (NOT discussed in the film) that demand acknowledgment.  This is a mindblowing episode that you do not want to miss!  We feel this is valuable information that should be spread, so please give us a review, send your questions, and SHARE THIS with anyone who could benefit from this information. CONTACT Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

Wayne Gretzky, Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, and the stars today have all satisfied the 10 000 hour rule; the amount of time it takes to build neural connections in the brain to make a skill 'autonomous'. In other words, they were not simply born or blessed with all of their skill, they put in 10 000 + hours as young kids honing their craft. Find out how YOU can apply this to your life, and what it means for fitness or your specific sport.  We also talk about Jesse's recent Ju Jitsu success, and how the mindset in this sport compares to others. We discuss the concept of neuronal firing, and how/why THIS is the determining factor of hitting PRs or lifts, even if you feel tired.... We give you some practical tips and tricks for setting up in your lifts, cues to keep in mind to ensure consistency every time. And more! Check us out on youtube and subscribe for future content. Please like and share this episode if you enjoyed it, and leave us a 5 star rating to help us reach more people like you! CONTACT WEBSITE IS LAUNCHING, ALONG WITH OUR THRIVE PROGRAM! Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

"Can you write me a meal plan" or "can you write me a workout plan" are both questions we have struggled with....Can I write you one and make a quick buck? Sure. Should you follow it for the next year, or even for the next 4 months? In most cases, hell no! But this is a TOUGH point to get across. In this episode we discuss reasons why nutrition and training plans must ADAPT to your progress and life. Stalling with progress? Plateauing? Program lost it's zen? This could be why... We also discuss some interesting differences training males vs. females. Hint: studies have shown winning literally increases testosterone! Find out what this has to do with coaching and programming for different ages, sexes, sports etc. Time Stamps: 1:10 - Time to THRIVE with fitness 15:20 - Chett's experiences with the Guelph Gryphon's Mens Hockey team 20:00 - Reasons why nutrition must adapt to the athlete, individual, and their life 31:00 - Your Bile, digestion & assimilation of fats, and how this affects recovery, performance.... 36:00- Why training programs must adapt  39:00- Jesse's experience training hockey players; structural balance and more 41:00 - Why constant 'conditioning' is a waste of time 49:00 - How levels of testosterone fluctuate with winning/losing, and the science behind it 52:00- Hormones affect strength/fitness gains, how do they affect the way you COACH a team/individual? If you like this episode let us know! Give us a review on your podcast platform, and share the episode on facebook or instagram! CONTACT WEBSITE HAS LAUNCHED! Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. Personal Instagram Accounts: Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

This is a thought provoking episode! We take a little bit of a new perspective in this one and debate what makes a sport a sport! Is gaming, NASCAR, chess a sport? You will also find out how/why these actually DO require physical fitness, how being aerobically fit could benefit these 'athletes', what brain health has to do with all of this. We also discuss how an entirely NEW field of fitness could develop for sports like these - and even supplements! (They have already! They're called nootropics, supplements for your brain!). If you enter this one with an open mind you will thoroughly enjoy it. Don't miss it! Note I am NOT sharing the time stamps for this one because you really need to listen to the whole thing to get the full perspective! CONTACT Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. WEBSITE COMING SOON! Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

We are back, with season 2, and a whole whack of new content, programs, services, and more! In THIS episode we talk about what we've been working on, upcoming guests, changes for season 2, VIP programs, fitness & nutrition programs, new content and SO MUCH MORE that it's too difficult to summarize.... 0:00 - What we have been up to... 5:15- Our Favourite Supplement Providers 8:40 - A Few More Supplements 11:10 - Recap of TFE LIVE - the audiences favourite topic(s) 15:50 - Functional Fitness Recap 20:40 - Opportunities for Athletes 25:00 - Sneak Peak at our VIP Programs; COMBINING fitness with nutrition programs (the right way!) Part 2 0:00 - Macros, Progressions, Circadian Rhythm, Recovering from training and more..... 10:42 - What is THRIVE!?!? 15:01 - Upcoming content for getting fit, jacked, and healthy as hell CONTACT Follow us on INSTAGRAM @thefitness_experiment  >>>>For tips & tricks to advance your fitness and health, podcast details, and more! We are on now on YOUTUBE! >>>> Podcasts, and upcoming content on supplements, programming, fat loss, hitting PRs and all things fitness. WEBSITE COMING SOON! Jesse - Instagram @sherriffacademy Chett - Instagram @brainignition

Get an exclusive sneak peek on the following content! ADVANCED MOVEMENT: -How to Your Assess Strengths & Weaknesses, Avoiding Traps of Offensive Progressions, Programming Customized to YOUR Assessment Scores PHYSIOLOGICAL: - Master YOUR Circadian Rhythm, Nutrients for Hypertrophy, Advanced Tools For Recovery (in Training AND in Competition) Don't miss this episode!  REMINDER! THE FITNESS EXPERIMENT LIVE is coming to West London Crossfit July 20th. Are you interested in learning exactly HOW to apply many of these concepts we discuss into your training and healthy lifestyle? Then this event is for YOU. This will be a limited capacity event so DON'T WAIT to sign up. Did you enter the draw to win a FREE pass!? It might not be too late....stay tuned to our socials (shown below) if you aren't already! ---SHERRIFF'S PERFORMANCE ACADEMY--- Fitness programs that reflect client goals, assessment results, and structural balance. Jesse works alongside 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, professional hockey players, and athletes of all kind. WEBSITE » sherriffacademy.com/  INSTAGRAM » @sherriffacademy ---BRAIN IGNITION--- Nutrition programs backed by science that allow athletes and health savvy individuals to reach their top level of performance. Chett provides consultation to NHL prospects and Canadian University Sports Teams, 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, student-athletes, busy CEO's, nurses, teachers, and many others. WEBSITE » www.brainignition.ca/  INSTAGRAM » @brainignition FACEBOOK» Brain Ignition Consulting

How does preworkout fuel, nutrition, and habits change if you're working out at 5 AM vs. 7:30PM? Mid day? Mid afternoon? What about training 2x per day? What is the 'optimal' time of day to workout based on muscle protein synthesis, blood flow, and central nervous system activity? Find all of this out and more in this week's episode! ATTENTION! THE FITNESS EXPERIMENT LIVE is coming to West London Crossfit July 20th. Are you interested in learning exactly HOW to apply many of these concepts we discuss into your training and healthy lifestyle? If so, stay tuned to the socials for details and sign up information. This will be a limited capacity event so PAY ATTENTION to early birds and sign up deadlines. Some topics to be discussed include: - Movement Assessment, Advanced Programming Techniques, and 5 Practical Tools for Breaking Plateaus and Hitting PRs - Importance of Circadian Rythmn for Performance and Health, Advanced Nutrition for Hypertrophy, and 5 Concepts for Improving Recovery from Training ---SHERRIFF'S PERFORMANCE ACADEMY--- Fitness programs that reflect client goals, assessment results, and structural balance. Jesse works alongside 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, professional hockey players, and athletes of all kind. WEBSITE » sherriffacademy.com/  INSTAGRAM » @sherriffacademy ---BRAIN IGNITION--- Nutrition programs backed by science that allow athletes and health savvy individuals to reach their top level of performance. Chett provides consultation to NHL prospects and Canadian University Sports Teams, 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, student-athletes, busy CEO's, nurses, teachers, and many others. WEBSITE » www.brainignition.ca/  INSTAGRAM » @brainignition FACEBOOK» Brain Ignition Consulting

Research supporting the effectiveness of infra red light for muscle growth and recovery is so strong that some experts have suggested it be banned in sports. No joke. We also discuss in detail why the fear of failure may in fact just be lack of preparation.  ---SHERRIFF'S PERFORMANCE ACADEMY--- Fitness programs that reflect client goals, assessment results, and structural balance. Jesse works alongside 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, professional hockey players, and athletes of all kind. WEBSITE » sherriffacademy.com/  INSTAGRAM » @sherriffacademy ---BRAIN IGNITION--- Nutrition programs backed by science that allow athletes and health savvy individuals to reach their top level of performance. Chett provides consultation to NHL prospects and Canadian University Sports Teams, 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, student-athletes, busy CEO's, nurses, teachers, and many others. WEBSITE » www.brainignition.ca/  INSTAGRAM » @brainignition_chett FACEBOOK» Brain Ignition Consulting

Have you heard about the powers of nasal breathing? Diaphragmatic breathing? Don't miss this episode if you want to know how to take advantage of your breath for improved aerobic capacity, better recovery, less stress, improved wellbeing, more nitric oxide, higher heart rate variability (HRV), more parasympathetic nervous activity and more! BOOK >> The Oxygen Advantage, by Patrick McKeown  ---SHERRIFF'S PERFORMANCE ACADEMY--- Fitness programs that reflect client goals, assessment results, and structural balance. Jesse works alongside 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, professional hockey players, and athletes of all kind. WEBSITE » sherriffacademy.com/  INSTAGRAM » @sherriffacademy ---BRAIN IGNITION--- Nutrition programs backed by science that allow athletes and health savvy individuals to reach their top level of performance. Chett provides consultation to NHL prospects and Canadian University Sports Teams, 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, student-athletes, busy CEO's, nurses, teachers, and many others. WEBSITE » www.brainignition.ca/  INSTAGRAM » @brainignition_chett FACEBOOK» Brain Ignition Consulting

What does it mean to be an athlete? What have you learnt from being an athlete? We continue our discussion on using injuries as a "stepping stone" to improvement and self growth. We also delve into a few of the masterful tips recommended by the late great Charles Poloquin, the man who learnt a new language strictly so that he could read about foreign training programs. We also talk more about the powerful of perspective, in sports and in life, triumph and weightlifting, and much more! Enjoy! ---SHERRIFF'S PERFORMANCE ACADEMY--- Fitness programs that reflect client goals, assessment results, and structural balance. Jesse works alongside 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, professional hockey players, and athletes of all kind. WEBSITE » sherriffacademy.com/  INSTAGRAM » @sherriffacademy ---BRAIN IGNITION--- Nutrition programs backed by science that allow athletes and health savvy individuals to reach their top level of performance. Chett provides consultation to NHL prospects and Canadian University Sports Teams, 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, student-athletes, busy CEO's, nurses, teachers, and many others. WEBSITE » www.brainignition.ca/  INSTAGRAM » @brainignition_chett FACEBOOK» Brain Ignition Consulting

We sat down with good friend Brett Welychka and discussed in detail his continued experiences with professional hockey. Brett played four seasons with the London Knights OHL Hockey Team, then moved onto Carleton University for 3 seasons. Last year, his spent time in the AHL and ECHL, and is now set to move onto new and exciting professional hockey opportunities. We talked about certain challenges along the way that all athletes can learn from, we talked about his challenges with concussions, particularly this last season. We get into a little bit of concussion pathology (what is going on in the brain after a concussion) and I (Chett) explain some of the shocking similarities to depression. We talk about developing a positive mindset for athletes, differences in training for crossfit vs. hockey and much more! Enjoy! Brett Welychka > @bwelych27 ---SHERRIFF'S PERFORMANCE ACADEMY--- Fitness programs that reflect client goals, assessment results, and structural balance. Jesse works alongside 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, professional hockey players, and athletes of all kind. WEBSITE » sherriffacademy.com/  INSTAGRAM » @sherriffacademy ---BRAIN IGNITION--- Nutrition programs backed by science that allow athletes and health savvy individuals to reach their top level of performance. Chett provides consultation to NHL prospects and Canadian University Sports Teams, 'Regional Level' Crossfit athletes, student-athletes, busy CEO's, nurses, teachers, and many others. WEBSITE » www.brainignition.ca/  INSTAGRAM » @brainignition_chett FACEBOOK» Brain Ignition Consulting