Complete Human Performance Radio

CHP physique coaches Anthony D’Orazio and Annie Dohack have a candid discussion on what it means to have physique goals and why that is as justified as any other goal. They go on to discuss the biggest misconceptions new clients and trainees have about physique training and their own general approaches to how to approach it in a hybrid framework while also answering questions provided by our listeners.   Follow us on IG @completehumanperformance Anthony: @dorazioanthony Annie: @anniegunshow

Sam and Anthony give an update on Fergus Crawley from last episode (0:00), tackle questions from the listeners (4:29), including: Crossfit endurance implementation, how to combine Crossfit work with a sprint triathlon, training for military selection, a discussion on squatting, how to approach a bulking cycle from a nutritional perspective, and more. Anthony then has a conversation (37:35) with CHP template user, triathlete, and cancer survivor Tudor Morris on his experience with CHP and how he became a successful triathlete after his battle with cancer. Follow CHP on Instagram: @completehumanperformance Sam @sam_metal Anthony @dorazioanthony Tudor @tudormorris  

In this episode, Sam and Anthony speak with Fergus Crawley, a British athlete and CHP client who champions men’s mental health issues by doing extreme fitness challenges. We discuss how Fergus trains, the importance of community, suicide prevention in men, and the workouts in "Movember" that Fergus will be undertaking to raise money for the Movember organization. Time stamps: Introduction, client updates, discussion of Kipchoge's record: 0:00-14:20 Interview with Fergus 14:20-1:08:50 Final wrap-up 1:08:50-1:11:37 You can follow hosts and guests on Instagram: Fergus @ferguscrawley  Sam @sam_metal Anthony @dorazioanthony Complete Human Performance @completehumanperformance www.completehumanperformance.com

Anthony D’Orazio and Samuel Hartman are back for the second episode of the reboot! In this episode of Complete Human Performance Radio, they speak with Anthony’s wife Maria Onest about the challenges and rewards of training as a couple and supporting each other as athletes. In the Q&A they address training as a vegan athlete, HIIT, exercises for runners, and nutrition for triathletes. CHP metal theme by Matt Heafy.

CHP coach and COO Anthony D'Orazio and CHP athlete Sam Hartman welcome listeners back to the CHP podcast. They give a brief re-introduction to CHP, concurrent training and its applications, and answer some questions from CHP athletes.  You can contact the hosts at anthony.dorazio@completehumanperformance.com and samueljhartman@gmail.com

Complete Human Performance Radio talks with Jaret Grossman on the topic of nutrition and how you can enjoy your food while still maintaining your fitness goals.  The proper mindset for elite athletic performance Training with your unique purpose in mind, not just following someone else's routine.  Maximizing muscular growth naturally and limiting myostatin response  How to enjoy the foods you love while still maintaining your fitness goals Limiting beliefs when it comes to training and performance - how to build internal confidence Increasing testosterone naturally  View previous episodes & to listen to more future episodes, subscribe to CHP Radio!

We have some distinguished guests in this episode of CHP Radio! Alec Blenis of Complete Human Performance is on air, asking fellow CHP endurance coach Nickademus Hollon, running legend Steve Magness, Dr. Kenneth Jay, and Master RKC Andrew Read about all things aerobic conditioning. Tune in to this jam-packed episode full of tips and tidbits from some of the masters of endurance training. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned competitor, an Ironman triathlete or a powerlifter, you'll find plenty of takeaways from this roundtable to apply to your own training. Sources mentioned in this episode: The Cardio Code by Kenneth Jay Steve Magness's new book, Peak Performance Maffetone method - heart rate training  Kurt Jensen’s 2k rowing ergometer power profile calculator Run Strong by Andrew Read Interested in receiving an expert gait analysis to help you pinpoint strengths and weakness, imbalances, and areas of improvement? Sign up today to get started with our expert, Nickademus Hollon.

Alex Viada, Derek Weida, and Kelly Bruno discuss the controversy surrounding inspiration porn, the state of adaptive sports, and how coaches and other competitors treat athletes.  The trio illustrate their opinions on topics like if the adaptive athlete community is being held to the standard it should be, do adaptive athletes deserve their own division in CrossFit, and if we focus too heavily on the disability rather than the athlete...among others.  

Veteran lifter and CHP coach, Jenn Rotsinger, and newer lifter Helena Wu head into their powerlifting meets at the Arnold and Battle of the Bay this coming weekend. Powerlifting is not just a physical sport, but contains a number of mental aspects that can make or break you as a lifter. The two talk shop about not only the physical demands of a meet prep, but some of the mental challenges as well.     

Training and nutrition are crucial parts of athletic excellence - but what about the mind? Motivation, confidence, mental toughness: all of these are key in sport, and yet for many athletes are not trained as much as the body. Jonathan Pietrunti of Complete Human Performance is a former Navy Chief Aviation Ordnanceman and has a BA in sports psychology. With his years of experience in training both clients and sailors, he knows what mental tools are the game-changers in fitness.  On this episode of CHP Radio, Jonny discusses: What is sports psychology, and what is it not? What are the most common reasons people come to a sports psychologist? What are some common pitfalls with goal-setting? What is motivation? What about positive imagery and confidence?   Show Notes Learn more about self-determination theory. You can visit Jonny at thatgreyarea.com and pick up his free goal-setting guide.  

Annie "Gunshow" Dohack of Complete Human Performance has successfully trained over 140 individuals for military selection in several branches of the armed forces. Here, she shares her expertise on how to program for members of this special population, addressing their hybrid strength and endurance needs intelligently so they can pass tests and excel in the field. In this episode, we discuss: How did you come to start training military personnel? What are the most common goals that your military clients have? How do you start after someone has signed up? What are the primary principles for training military personnel? How do you assess client’s progress? Are there any differences in training between service branches? Show Notes The Hybrid Athlete by Alex Viada, along with template programs for all kinds of training goals  

Dr. Mike T. Nelson is one of the foremost experts on exercise physiology and biomechanics. In this interview, he illuminates a concept that has been gaining traction in endurance and hybrid athlete circles: heart rate variability.  What is HRV? How can you measure it, and why does it matter in your training and recovery? How can you analyze your training and the effect, positive or negative, that it has on your heart? All of these questions and more are addressed in this in-depth talk!   Here are links to resources mentioned in the episode: MikeTNelson.com Ithlete MRV Monitors Elite HRV Monitors Early phase interference between low-intensity running and power training in moderately trained females. Heart rate variability in left ventricular hypertrophy. Cardiac remodelling: concentric versus eccentric hypertrophy in strength and endurance athletes   Complete Human Performance can help you in every aspect of your athletic journey: training, nutrition, and now performance psychology! The newest member of our te

Hardcore powerlifters and bodybuilders often swear by knee sleeves for squatting, but what about endurance athletes? In this episode of CHP Radio, you'll learn the pros and cons of knee sleeves for endurance athletes who also want to build a great squat.

There are more options than ever for tracking and quantifying your workouts, but how do you use all that data? In this podcast, CHP coaches Mike Fecik and Margie Ellison break down what they believe are the most valuable tools for tracking an athlete's progress, and how they use them to modify the training plan.

Every new fitness program sucks--at first. Getting into the groove of a new routine or starting a training regimen for the first time are rarely, if ever, easy. That’s why most people quit before they get the results they want. Learn how to maintain and enjoy a workout plan with the simple steps in this episode om CHP Radio. Visit our website to learn more about our diverse team of over 20 coaches who can program for you individually toward any athletic goal.    Resources mentioned: The Power of Habit

As a trainer it's often simpler training more advanced athletes. Not necessarily easier, but simpler.  Beginners have very different challenges and mental barriers to getting in shape than people who are already fit. As a trainer, these people present some of the biggest challenges you'll face as a coach. In this podcast, you'll learn how to get beginner clients great results. You'll learn... - How to gain the trust of people who've never been interested in fitness before. - How to educate new clients without being judgmental. - The right way to help [extremely overweight people](http://evidencemag.com/how-to-lose-a-lot-of-weight) lose weight with a diet plan they can actually stick to.  - How to build rock-solid communities of people who coach themselves. ... and more.

You've given your client a new diet plan. You worked hard to make sure it was based on the best scientific principles. It's worked for many of your other clients. But for whatever reason, this person just can't seem to stick to it.  You want to tell them to suck it up, but you know that's not the best strategy.  In this interview with Sohee Lee, you'll learn a proven process for adjusting your diet plans so your clients can really stick to them. Not only will your clients get better results, they'll be happier and your job as a trainer will be easier.  Enjoy this podcast? Sign up here for email updates and get every new podcast delivered to your email inbox. 

You've heard flexible dieting works well, but you've also heard other trainers get fantastic results with meal planning. You know that your clients will have to eat at restaurants sometimes, but you're not sure what to tell them. You know that it's important for you to monitor your client's progress, but you're not sure what tools you should use. You have a lot of the "pieces" of a great personal trainer, but you still aren't sure how to put them together and finish the puzzle. On this episode of Evidence Radio, Nick Cheadle helps you do exactly that. Nick walks you through how to implement the principles he uses to help his clients get in shape. Nick also gives you some insights into the business side of successful long-term personal training.

It's been said that the world doesn't have a weight loss problem, it has a weight maintenance problem.  Most poeple can and do lose some weight in their lives. It's keeping it off that's the hard part.  In this podcast, personal trainer Mike Howard delivers practical and effective guidance on how to help your clients stay lean in the long-term.