ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr. Christian Conte is a licensed professional counselor and anger‑management specialist known for applied performance psychology with athletes, tactical professionals, and leaders.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

A simple framework for recognizing triggers and choosing better responses under stress

How cardio, lifting structure, and recovery practices support emotional regulation

Ways to convert anger into focused effort without losing technique or intent

Daily “micro‑reps” for discipline: breath work, journaling, and post‑session debriefs

KEY TOPICS

Yield‑style decision making and reframing in high‑pressure moments

The mind–body link: why consistent training improves mood and resilience

Coaching considerations for pros, teams, and general population lifters

QUICK ANSWERS
Q: What’s one fast way to calm down before a heavy set or competition?
A: Use a brief inhale‑hold‑exhale protocol and a single task cue (e.g., “drive through heels”) to narrow focus and lower arousal in under a minute.

Q: Can anger improve performance?
A: Yes—when redirected into specific actions and technique cues; unchanneled anger raises error rates and fatigue.

Q: How should training change when stress is high?
A: Simplify movements, favor repeatable effort (RPE‑based sets, steady cardio), and protect sleep and nutrition to stabilize recovery.

SHOP THE EPISODE
Xebex AirPlus Expert Bike 3.0 — interval conditioning and aerobic base
https://www.ironcompany.com/xebex-airplus-expert-bike-3-0-xebex-abvr-3l?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep159

TrueForm Trainer — curved treadmill for technique and pacing control
https://www.ironcompany.com/trueform-trainer-non-motorized-curved-treadmill?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep159

Concept2 SkiErg — upper‑body endurance and breathing practice
https://www.ironcompany.com/skierg-concept2?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep159

Assault Rower Pro — low‑impact total‑body conditioning
https://www.ironcompany.com/assault-rower-pro-assault-fitness-as-arp?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep159

Theragun Elite — percussion recovery to down‑shift after hard sessions
https://www.ironcompany.com/theragun-elite-therabody?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep159

FULL EPISODE LIST & RESOURCES
https://www.ironcompany.com/podcast?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep159

IRON COMPANY — trusted gym equipment & flooring since 1997

Full episode list & resources:

https://www.ironcompany.com/podcast?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_all_eps

Shop Cardio Equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, bikes):

https://www.ironcompany.com/cardio-equipment?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_all_eps

Shop Free Weights (dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells):

https://www.ironcompany.com/free-weights?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_all_eps

Shop Gym Flooring (rubber rolls, mats, tiles):

https://www.ironcompany.com/rubber-gym-flooring?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_all_eps

Shop Strength Training Equipment (benches, racks, cages):

https://www.ironcompany.com/strength-training-equipment?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_all_eps

Government & GSA Buyers (contract & bids):

https://www.ironcompany.com/gsa-and-cmas-bid-information?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_all_eps

RAW Articles & Training Guides:

https://www.ironcompany.com/articles?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_all_eps