Lunge & Lift Podcast
242 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago -Home of The Lunge and Lift podcast - Discussing everything functional fitness, coaches Rob and Ash tackle tough topics and shed light on what actually matters for your training.
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Episode 125 - Programming Devices: From Supersets To EMOMs. When Should & Shouldn't You Use Them
August 08, 2022 04:35 - 51 minutes - 96.5 MBToday we cover all the fancy jargon used to programme sets and reps: 🤔 Why might we use a superset, a drop set, EMOMs, AMRAPs etc. etc.? 💪 How can we use these to integrate movement mechanics into training as well as warmups? 🏋 What are the differences when selecting one of these devices for hypertrophy vs performance? 👀 Complications that arise for mixed modal or CrossFit training 📝 Key principles for understanding the effects of each device And much more! -------------------------...
Episode 124 - What's The Best Way To Load A Movement?
August 02, 2022 07:47 - 39 minutes - 72.6 MBToday we discuss the differences between loading tools and positions: 🤔 What actually changes between front rack, back rack, overhead, BB, DB, KB etc. 💪 How does this effect the experience in a muscle? 🏋 What are the differences when selecting loading options for hypertrophy vs performance? 📝 Key principles for understanding the effects of each loading strategy And much more! --------------------- 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.l...
Episode 124 - What's the best way to load a movement?
August 01, 2022 04:55 - 39 minutes - 72.6 MBToday we discuss the differences between loading tools and positions: 🤔 What actually changes between front rack, back rack, overhead, BB, DB, KB etc. 💪 How does this effect the experience in a muscle? 🏋 What are the differences when selecting loading options for hypertrophy vs performance? 📝 Key principles for understanding the effects of each loading strategy And much more! --------------------- 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.l...
Episode 123 - DYSfunctional Bodybuilding: When 'Bulletproofing' Goes Wrong
July 25, 2022 05:06 - 35 minutes - 66.5 MBToday we discuss DYSfunctional Bodybuilding: 🤔 Is bodybuilding really bulletproofing our bodies? 🏋️♀️ How well does isolated hypertrophy work support our compound lifts?🤕 How can bigger biceps lead to injury? 📝 Top tips for deciding whether you should add bodybuilding movements to your programme And much more! 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @the_training_stimulus Register your interest for the n...
Episode 122 - 6 Common Strength Training Mistakes
July 18, 2022 05:06 - 48 minutes - 89.3 MBToday we go through the top 6 reasons you're not getting stronger: 💪 Bodybuilding vs Strength Training 🏋️♀️ Programming considerations for volume, freqency and variation 😱 Controversial thoughts on form and technique 🏃 The interference effect of other training And much more! --------------------------------------- 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @the_training_stimulus Register your interest fo...
Episode 121 - Shoulder Training & Injuries Simplified
July 11, 2022 04:55 - 34 minutes - 63.6 MBToday we get into shoulder training, taking a complex joint and giving some simple guidelines: 🤔 How does the arm bone connect to the back bone? 🏋️♀️ How well do normal gym movements suit the anatomy of the shoulder? 🤕 What are the common reasons shoulders get injured in the gym? 📝 Top tips for better shoulder health and performance that most people don't do And much more! --------------------------------------- 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf downloa...
Episode 120 - NoBull: The European Chapter w/ Sam Kitching [European GM]
July 07, 2022 10:02 - 44 minutes - 83 MBToday we are rejoined by Sam Kitching @samkitchlondon from @nobull to learn about how the US heavyweight is making moves into Europe: 🤔 What actually is the origin of NOBULL? 📝 What are the brand values that really set it apart from its competition? 🏋️ How do they work with @crossfit and the community? 🏈⛳️ What other sports are NOBULL planning to grow into? 🦸♂️ Why coaches are the unsung heroes of the community and how they fit into the strategy And much more! ------...
Episode 119 - Are Vegetables Bad For You?
June 27, 2022 06:22 - 1 hour - 120 MBToday we are rejoined by Liam from @ph_nutrition to get down and dirty with vegetables, investigating: 🤔 What actually is the carnivore diet? 🥦 Are vegetables trying to kill us with their toxins? 🫀Does eating only animal products have any nutritional gaps? 🫐 Where does fruit fit into all this madness? 🥩 In light of all the confusing nutrition advice out there, how do we eat? 📝 Top tips for applying this info to your own dietary practices And much more! -----------------------------...
Episode 118 - To Scan Or Not To Scan With Dr Jon Houghton
June 20, 2022 07:48 - 1 hour - 111 MBToday we are rejoined by @joffsyboy_2.0 to deepen our understanding of medical scans for sports injuries: 🤔 How do all the different types of scans work and compare? 🏋️♀️ What are the extra considerations when dealing with athletes? 🤕 Why might a scan be necessary or unnecessary? 📝 Top tips for getting and interpreting scans if you need one And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.c...
Episode 118 - To scan or not to scan with Dr Jon Houghton
June 20, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBToday we are rejoined by @joffsyboy_2.0 to deepen our understanding of medical scans for sports injuries: 🤔 How do all the different types of scans work and compare? 🏋️♀️ What are the extra considerations when dealing with athletes? 🤕 Why might a scan be necessary or unnecessary? 📝 Top tips for getting and interpreting scans if you need one And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.c...
Episode 117 - Perfecting your set up & stance
June 13, 2022 03:30 - 31 minutes - 58.3 MBToday we take a deep dive into set up & stance - Whats the best stance width when squatting & deadlifting? - The best stance for max performance - To squat with toes in or out? - What to consider if you have asymmetries And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @the_training_stimulus Register your interest for the next movement mechanics mentorship intake www...
Episode 116 - Perfecting Posture
June 06, 2022 04:47 - 46 minutes - 86.9 MBToday we get geeky on all things posture: 🤔 What actually is posture and how does it work? 🏋️♀️ What is the impact of our training on posture? 🤏 Surprising tweaks that help change our posture 🤯 Why "bad" posture might actually help us in our sports And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @the_training_stimulus Register your interest for the next movement mech...
Episode 115 - Maximising Training Efficiency
May 30, 2022 04:47 - 40 minutes - 74.9 MBToday we discuss our own training in detail and discuss: 🤔 What are our goals and priorities? 🏋️♀️ Which movements do we focus on progressive overload? 🤏 Tweaks and adjustments to get exactly what we want 📈 How you can apply these principles to your training/clients to maximise efficiency And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @the_training_stimulus ...
Episode 114 - Negotiating Knee Pain
May 23, 2022 04:05 - 37 minutes - 69.9 MBToday we touch on another common issue and get into Knees: 🤔 What does it mean if your knee hurts on the front vs inside vs outside vs back? 🏋️ What exercises could help each type of knee pain? 👀 What can you do to try and figure out what's causing your own or your client's knee pain? 📝 How programming can be the cause and the fix of knee pain And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lun...
Episode 113 - Holiday Training
May 16, 2022 05:11 - 42 minutes - 78.2 MBOn Monday we give some pointers on navigating the holiday gains conundrum: 🏋️ Should you continue to train when you're on holiday? 🤢 How not to repeat our breakfast buffet mistakes 🗒 What to do with your programme and limited kit 🏖 Striking that balance so you tick all the boxes And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @the_training_stimulus Register...
Episode 112 - Peaking your strength
May 09, 2022 05:12 - 48 minutes - 90.6 MBToday we get into the nitty gritty of being a strong mofo: 🏋️ Building barbell strength for the beginner vs experienced athlete 🧑🔬 Peaking for competition, adjusting training/nutrition ⚖️ "Feels vs reals" - how to be objective and smart about weight selections 🗒 Programming strength cycles for those interested in competing 🧠 Lessons learned from Big Rob's powerlifting meet And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥...
Episode 111 - Back Pain Basics
May 02, 2022 05:00 - 41 minutes - 76.8 MBToday we discuss one of the most common issues in the gym: Lower Back Pain (LBP) and get into: 🤔 What can cause LBP? 🏋️ Should you continue to train when your back is hurting? 🧑🔬 When is it time to get a scan? 🗒 What's the plan for managing a back spasm And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @the_training_stimulus Register your interest for the next mo...
Episode 110 - When are you fit enough?
April 25, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 74 MBToday we get a bit philosophical and discuss: 🤔 Is Rob going to get stronger and stronger forever? 🏋️ At what stage are you fit or strong enough? 📈 What are the costs and sacrifices that go with continual improvement? 🤯 We consider the idea of using your fitness instead of always building it And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download 💥 DOWNLOAD HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @the_training_stimulus ...
Episode 109 - What is Movement Mechanics?
April 18, 2022 05:00 - 51 minutes - 95.8 MBToday we tackle an often asked question and explore: 🤔 What actually constitutes movement mechanics? 🏋️ Why might MM be the key to lifting heavier, moving faster or running longer? 🧑🔬 What scientific principles underpin our understanding of MM? 🦵 Why the same knee pain can be triggered by opposite issues 🤯 Some crazy examples of things that seem not to make sense until we apply the lens of MM And much more! ------------------------ 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing ...
Episode 108 - Is Meat Bad For You?
April 11, 2022 04:30 - 1 hour - 134 MBToday we welcome back @ph_nutrition to tackle the big question and get into: 🤔 Why is it that vegan/vegetarian is thought of as healthy? 🥩 What's in meat that makes it good and/or bad for you? 🧑🔬 How is nutritional scientific research carried out and what does that mean about our conclusions? 🙅♀️ Why you might feel better excluding OR adding meat to your diet And much more! STUDIES LINKS 1. https://econtent.hogrefe.com/doi/epdf/10.1024/0300-9831/a000224 - Health Risks Ass...
Episode 107 - Warm Ups [How to increase your lifts & reduce injury risk]
April 04, 2022 04:39 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBThis week on the podcast, Ash & Rob breakdown the commonly disregarded warm up portion of a training session. Find out What’s the best way to structure your warm up The importance of thinking in 3D Finding a balance between spending too long warming up and not warming up at all The case for foam rolling. When you should use one. How to get the most out of the least Why Ash keeps his warm up cards close to his chest in a squash match & much much more --------------------------...
Episode 106 - How to structure your season/macrocycle
March 28, 2022 04:50 - 47 minutes - 88 MBToday we talk about season planning/macrocycles: 🤔 What is a macrocycle and why is it important? 🏋️♀️ What to work on when? How do you blend together your various training goals? 🤕 Peaking blocks are they a good idea for everyone? 🙅♀️ Common programming mistakes to avoid And much more! --------------------------------- Want to get Stronger in LESS time? STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt.com/services/online/strongr60/ ----------------------------------------- 📝...
Episode 105 - CrossFit Open: The Good, The Bad, The Spinal
March 21, 2022 03:11 - 1 hour - 119 MBToday we review the CrossFit Open: 🤔 What is it and what's it actually for? Qualifiers for the elite vs Inclusive fun 🏋️♀️ Workout review - were they good tests? 🤕 Are they a good idea for everyone? 👩⚖️ Our opinions on what's good and bad, and how to learn from it And much more! --------------------------------- Want to get Stronger in LESS time? STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt.com/services/online/strongr60/ ------------------------------------...
Episode 104 - Chloe Salter: training & nutrition around the menstrual cycle
March 14, 2022 05:51 - 1 hour - 117 MBToday we welcome back @chloesalt93 on the pod, for a long awaited follow up on: 📅 What's the deal with training around periods? 🏋️♀️ Should women be training differently to men? 🧘♀️Top tips for working with rather than against your body 🤔 Mythbusting - is creatine bad for women? 🧐 Extra considerations when coaching female athletes And much more! --------------------------------- Want to get Stronger in LESS time? STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt...
Episode 103 - Ben Massey [R.A.D. Founder]
March 07, 2022 00:30 - 1 hour - 144 MBToday we welcome @benjyblake on the pod, discussing: 🤔 Why take on the mammoth task of starting a shoe company? 👟 What is it actually like to design and build a shoe that makes it so hard? 🔮 The future of trainers (sneak peak) 🛹 Other influences and brand values for @rad_global 🦶 What nutritional change grew Ben's feet 1.5 sizes! And much more! --------------------------------- Want to get Stronger in LESS time? STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt...
Episode 102 - How To Win Workouts (CrossFit Open '22)
February 26, 2022 07:48 - 1 hour - 119 MBToday on Lunge and Lift, we teach you how to boss workouts, covering: 🤔 What does pacing actually mean? 🏋️ Why you shouldn't reduce training too much during the Open 🔂 To repeat or not to repeat, that is the question. 📉 Redlining and how to switch to plan B if you mess up 💣 When to pull the pin And much more! Want to get Stronger in LESS time? STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt.com/services/online/strongr60/ ----------------------------------------- ...
Episode 101 - Triplanar Training
February 21, 2022 05:58 - 1 hour - 121 MBToday, we go deep into Triplanar Training, and moving in 3D, covering: 🤔 What even is it and what's the point in it? 💪 How to use it to give our muscles a better stimulus and train or "activate" any muscle 🏋️ Why you'll be stronger if you train in 3D 🧘♂️ The unintentional benefits to our mobility and stability And much more! Want to get Stronger in LESS time? STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt.com/services/online/strongr60/ ----------------------...
Episode 100 - Your Q&A
February 14, 2022 05:39 - 1 hour - 128 MBToday we celebrate our 100th episode by answering YOUR questions. We get into: 🤔 I'm doing everything right but still can't lose weight? 🦶 Issues with ankles holding back my squat 🏋️🏃 Blending ultra running and strength training 🔮 The future of personal training And much more! Get Stronger in 2022!! STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt.com/services/online/strongr60/ ----------------------------------------- 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re no...
Episode 99 - All Things CrossFit w/ Tom Forder from Chalking Fitness
February 07, 2022 05:35 - 1 hour - 129 MBThis week we're joined by @chalkingfitness Mr. Tom Forder, talking all things @crossfit and functional fitness. We get into: 🤔 Has CrossFit evolved for better or worse over the last 10 years? 🏆 What has been the impact of the professionalisation of the elite level? 👋 The gossip behind the removal of @thedavecastro - how will things change as a result? 📈 How functional fitness is changing in and out of CrossFit And much more! 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf Availa...
Episode 98 - Movement Mastery: Bench Press Deep Dive
January 31, 2022 04:36 - 1 hour - 127 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach deep dive into the Bench Press; a movement that all gym bros and broettes want to master to get their pump on… Plus, we’re celebrating our 100th episode soon; so tune in to find out how to WIN We get into Many common bench mistakes Tweaks to help you hack your bench press Bench set-up: what’s good and what’s not? Elbow flare, foot positioning, arched back? Are there exercises that may give you more bang for your...
Episode 97 - Minimising Morning Routine
January 24, 2022 05:30 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach give us some keys to successful morning routines. Which tools and protocols suit you to score some easy wins in the AM? Also… 📣 PSA: Our 100th episode is coming up! Keep an ear out for details on how you can win some prizes! We get into ⬇️ ❌ Why caffeine first thing is a no no 🤷♂️ Fasting: is it worth it? ⏰ Tips to avoid using your phone in the morning ☀️ How to avoid failing your morning routine 🔑 Journalling, breath wo...
Episode 96 - Are Toe Spacers and Massage Guns Legit?
January 17, 2022 08:13 - 56 minutes - 104 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach take a look into a fitness fanatics gym bag, and get geeky on gadgets and gizmos. But how useful are they? We get into ⬇️ 👟 Crep check; your lifters might be doing more harm than good 🔫 Massage guns, what’s their use? 👣 Do toe spacers + toe jails (shoes) = better proprioception? 🏋🏼♂️ Weighing up whether you need a lifting belt or a better spine And a whole load more! Get Stronger in 2022!! STRONGR60 - F...
Episode 95 - Shayne Murphy - S&C in Elite Football
January 10, 2022 05:30 - 1 hour - 115 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach have S&C Coach and Football Scientist Shayne Murphy of @sdmperformance on the pod! With his extensive experience in professional sport, we hear about the growth of his career, time at Euro 2020 with the @scotlandnationalteam, working with @mancity, and many pro athletes within the sport. We get chatting about What pro footballers do in the gym that you can incorporate into your training Shane’s experience mixing it with th...
Episode 94 - 5 Steps to SMASH 2022
January 03, 2022 06:33 - 28 minutes - 52.2 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach set out their thoughts on how to begin a year properly: We cover: 💩 Why most approaches are bullhicky 🧠 How to get clear on what you really want 🧪 Testing to get intimate with reality 📈 How to course correct if/when you plateau And a whole load more! Get Stronger in 2022!! STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt.com/services/online/strongr60/ --------------------------------------------- 📝 Th...
Episode 93 - 2021 Wrap Up
December 27, 2021 05:30 - 28 minutes - 53.9 MBThis week on the podcast, @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach have a fun reflective episode recapping 2021. We get into ⬇️ 🏆 Wins for the year, personally, professionally and training-wise 📚 Lessons learned, the easy and hard way 🦠 What viruses can teach us about training And a whole load more! Get Stronger in 2022!! STRONGR60 - Find out more here https://robstubbspt.com/services/online/strongr60/ --------------------------------------------- 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises yo...
Episode 92 - Mike Lee - Gymnastics vs Weightlifting vs CrossFit
December 20, 2021 05:30 - 1 hour - 141 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach are graced by the presence of @mikeleept on the pod! We get to know Mike’s background in the sport and fitness world, and discuss some very controversial topics in the fitness scene. We get deep into ⬇️ 💊 Doping: the definition of “performance enhancing” is arbitrary 🏋🏼♂️ Getting caught up in other peoples “why” for training 🔧 A snatch is not necessarily the best look good naked tool ✅ You can never be too go...
Episode 91 - 8 Common Coaching Mistakes
December 13, 2021 05:30 - 1 hour - 135 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach have some incredible tips on coaching for coaches and clients. Off the back of what they’ve seen and experienced themselves over their extensive careers in the fitness industry, they get into the trends they’ve seen through good and bad coaches, things you can look for when picking a coach, and lots more! We get into ⬇️ 🦚 Are you a peacock coach? 🥪 Constructive criticism is sometimes best served as a 💩 sandwich 📈 Why fun p...
Episode 90 - Functional Fitness is not Scary with Courtney Pruce
December 06, 2021 05:30 - 55 minutes - 104 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach chat with a new guest on the show, @courtneypruce! Prucey gives us a great insight into her route into fitness; from dancer, PT to bodybuilder, to CrossFit. We chat about How to have your cake and eat it when it comes to balancing life and training goals Phrases and terms within the fitness industry that Courtney wants sent to the moon Courtney’s first Turf Games experience was humiliating Why the CrossFit commun...
Episode 89 - The Science and Art of Strength Training
November 29, 2021 05:30 - 47 minutes - 89.1 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach offer us an insight into the art of strength, what it really is, and how to refine and touch up the details in your own training programme and journey in the gym. We chat all about: - Want to put on size? Is the key fast and heavy weights or reps upon reps? - Why anyone should bother getting strong - How chronic stress is good in the right dose… - “A pump” doesn’t actually mean you’re as strong as you think And a whole loa...
Episode 88 - Harvey Lawton: Bulletproofing Performance
November 22, 2021 05:30 - 55 minutes - 102 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach have @harveylawton_ on the show, and they get into all things starting out in sport, injury rehab process, corrective exercises, coaching education, and Harvey’s business @themovementblueprint We chat about From Rugby to PT to business owner; how Harvey paved his way How to check yourself once you’ve wrecked yourself Why classic rehab exercises just don’t cut it Reminder: It’s okay to go through the motions of being wr...
Episode 87 - Why You're Training Your Muscles Wrong
November 15, 2021 05:30 - 38 minutes - 72.1 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach are here to help us understand why we’re training wrong, and what style of training is right for us and our “why” for exercising in the first place. We offer our two cents on: Isolating muscles vs. compound exercises. Nerd spotlight: How muscles work Training is like a cake… perfect your batter before you ice it What are the components of strength? And a whole load more! --------------------------- 📝 T...
Episode 86 - Movement Mastery: Squat Deep Dive
November 08, 2021 05:30 - 1 hour - 135 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach deep dive into all things Squats! What does it take to sit down and get back up again? We offer our two cents on all of the noise out there about form, movement patterns, variations, and more! We dive deep into ⬇️ 🤷🏽♂️ Is there such thing as “correct form”? 🧓🏽 Should we squat for longevity? 🏋🏼♂️ Breaking down what makes a squat a squat 🤯 Bar path, depth, tripod foot, buttwink, knee valgus… is it all just b...
Episode 85 - Khrys Speed: The Explosive Mother F*cker
November 01, 2021 06:09 - 1 hour - 113 MBThis week on the podcast Rob & Ash are joined by Khrys Speed @kdotspeed. Khrys chats with us about his background in sport, all things pro rugby, the ins and outs of weightlifting competitions, coaching and being coached. We get into ⬇️ 🥪 Delivering the good and bad in coaching: how to plate up a sh*t sandwich 👏🏼 Competing in team sport vs. solo sports 🏋️ Agree or disagree; press out controversy in weightlifting? 😞 Dealing with the fear of failure ⚖️ A balancing act of per...
Episode 85 - Khyrs Speed: The Explosive Mother F*cker
November 01, 2021 06:09 - 1 hour - 113 MBThis week on the podcast Rob & Ash are joined by Khrys Speed @kdotspeed. Khrys chats with us about his background in sport, all things pro rugby, the ins and outs of weightlifting competitions, coaching and being coached. We get into ⬇️ 🥪 Delivering the good and bad in coaching: how to plate up a sh*t sandwich 👏🏼 Competing in team sport vs. solo sports 🏋️ Agree or disagree; press out controversy in weightlifting? 😞 Dealing with the fear of failure ⚖️ A balancing act of per...
Episode 84 - What is fitness?
October 25, 2021 04:30 - 41 minutes - 77.6 MBThis week on the podcast @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach discuss what is fitness? And when can an exercise or piece of kit be deemed functional? We get into: ⬇️ ⚔️ Could triple unders and battle ropes eventually have a place in the CF games? 🍺 Story time with Stubbs; getting CrossFitty when on the beers 😖 Does your style of training assist or hinder your movement capabilities? 💫 Your North Star for fitness; what tasks do you wish you could achieve with your body? 🐤 Jus...
Episode 83 - 3 Common Fitness Misconceptions
October 18, 2021 04:30 - 33 minutes - 62.1 MBThis week on the podcast @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach get down and nerdy debunking and discussing 3 common fitness misconceptions in the forefront of the fitness world. We talk tightness, big or strong, and exercise form; there’s a high chance you’ve wondered about these yourself. We discuss ⬇️ 🙅♂️ Is that guy in the corner really doing his deadlift wrong? Form zealots, listen and learn. 🪢 When does too much tension actually become a problem? 🦍 Does getting bigger n...
Episode 82 - Hunter McIntyre: The Bulk Pony
October 11, 2021 04:30 - 59 minutes - 111 MBThis week on the podcast @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach are joined by special guest @huntthesheriff (who may or may not perform a strip tease for those that watch on YouTube 😉). Expect some straight talking and serious storytelling! We chat about: ⬇️ 🔮 The story of how Hunter's eventful youth led him on a roundabout journey to becoming an athlete 🏋🏽♂️ What the Bulk Pony thinks about CrossFit ⭐️ Courtney Dauwalter, Sara Sigmundsdóttir; throwing down with some of the bigge...
Episode 81 - 5 Key Concepts for Skill Acquisition
October 04, 2021 04:30 - 41 minutes - 76.8 MBThis week on the show we talk all about ⬇️ ✅ Does practice really make perfect? And the science behind it 🔑 How do you pick the right variables to acquire or better your skills? 🤔 Is your limiter where you should spend your time training? 💸 Which skills could help you pay the bills? And a whole load more! 📝 The 4 best deadlift exercises you’re not doing pdf download COMING SOON 💥 SIGN UP HERE - www.lungeandlift.com SHOW SPONSOR @wit.fitness Save yourself 15% at checkout using cod...
Episode 80 - The Dark Side of Elite Performance w/ Steve Fawcett
September 27, 2021 04:30 - 1 hour - 127 MBThis week on @lunge.lift @robstubbspt and @ashgrossmann.coach are joined on the pod by @steveyf22, the co-founder of @jst_compete. We get all up in our feels about obsessing over training and competition, what that can mean and how it impacts a person (elite or not). Ste came and delivered on the food for thought front for sure. We get into: ⬇️ 👨🏫 Lessons we can all learn from a CrossFit Games athlete 🌱 Reap what you sow; the rewards of repetition 🏆 How much of your mental he...
Episode 79 - The 4 week Assault Bike Experiment
September 20, 2021 04:30 - 58 minutes - 110 MBThis week on the podcast, @robstubbspt and @ashgrossman.coach are joined by @hallmightyone to discuss the testing [read: sadistic torture] they inflicted on Ash the past 4 weeks… on the dreaded Assault Bike. Delving into the data, we find out how “fit” the lab rat truly is, and how the findings could be useful to us all, and transferable to our own training too. We get geeky about ⬇️: 🧐 Positives to the torture device (aka Assault Bike) that you might not have considered 🧠 Is it mental ...