Truth in Coaching

It's the 4th of July and that means grilling out and picnic food! Josh digs into whether hot dogs are good for you or not. Jordan's preferred picnic side is potato salad. Also in this episode:Satisficing vs Maximizing / Moderation, right? Well, yes but..... / How to build a great hamburger / Streaking is better than backlogging / Star-rating inflation / Visit us at www.truthincoaching.comSpeech of the Week (SPoTW) is: Wipe the Slate Clean and starts at: 29:07See what Josh wrote about that here: https://www.pcflongmont.com/post/speech-of-the-week-wipe-the-slate-cleanVisit our gym or schedule a consult with us here:www.pcflongmont.com

What would it take to be in shape for an alien robot invasion? Josh and Jordan apply their characteristic real-world coaching, preparation, and athletic strategy to this utterly ridiculous and fanciful scenario. Key functional areas to consider:-Getting in and out of tight spaces (flexibility)-Sprinting (and general agility)-Being on your feet for long periods of time-Adrenaline management-Mental Toughness-Grip StrengthNo Speech of the Week this time: it's almost Summer and that means summer BLOCKBUSTER movies! And that usually means really bad plots and lots of action.Visit us at www.truthincoaching.comWant to train? Check out our gym or schedule a consult with us here:www.pcflongmont.com

We are fresh off of hosting our annual "sprint" adventure race and this is a great time to talk about getting comfortable while being uncomfortable. Adventure races come in many different formats although common themes are that they are multidisciplinary (in this case, running, gym challenges, basic navigation, and puzzle skills) and definitely put you out of your comfort zone!Tune in while the coaches talk top-tips to keep your cool under pressure. Broad-based physical, mental, and emotional preparation help you deal with uncertainty.HILARIOUS: Josh claims that we've never edited an episode. (Well we had to edit the end of this one!)CLEVER: Ditties help you solve more complex problems than "rote" memorization.PREVENTION: prevent mental overload by single-tasking faster.CURE: Take deep breaths.Speech of the Week (SpOTW) starts at 28:19: Improve your mind: self-talk! See what Coach Jordan has to say about it here: https://www.pcflongmont.com/post/speech-of-the-week-improve-your-mind-self-talkVisit us at www.truthincoaching.comWant to train? Check out our gym or schedule a consult with us here:www.pcflongmont.com

Athletic Basics are tasks that a well-rounded individual should be able to perform on command. The coaches give their favorite drills to improve in balance, reaction time, flexibility, and more. What are your deficiencies in these 9 basics?Also in this episode: McMuffin Mania continues, shout out to recent May Madness winners, and kettlebell Biathlon notes: Josh sets a PR/Club Record! Jordan schools us on fight or flight syndrome.Speech of the Week (SpOTW) starts at 35:27: What is behind a Winner's Mindset? See what Coach Krystyna has to say about it here: https://www.pcflongmont.com/post/speech-of-the-week-the-winner-s-mindsetVisit us at www.truthincoaching.comWant to train? Check out our gym or schedule a consult with us here:www.pcflongmont.com

Facing Fears #2: What is psyching up anyways? Josh and Jordan talk common vocabulary and meanings and then apply sports psychology and performance concepts to develop the conversation.-Things that you NEED to psych up for-Things that you need to stay calm for-The difference between "red" and "blue" mental space-Can you even go from 0-60 mentally? (whatever that means)-Does preparation trump everything?Speech of the Week (SpOTW) starts at 34:03: The All or Nothing Syndrome!You can read what Krystyna has to say about this SpOTW here: https://www.pcflongmont.com/post/speech-of-the-week-all-or-nothing-syndromeVisit us at www.truthincoaching.comWant to train? Check out our gym or schedule a consult with us here:www.pcflongmont.com

Hiring a trainer can be a big commitment: time, finances, and trust are all on the line. So how do you know you're picking a good one? Also, how to avoid being one of "those" clients (annoying at best, toxic at worst) and how to get on your trainer's good list! Speech of the Week (SpOTW) starts at 36:01: Beware the Land of Infinite Distraction! See what Coach Josh has to say about it here: https://www.pcflongmont.com/post/speech-of-the-week-land-of-infinite-distractionContact us at:www.pcflongmont.com720-515-2074contact@pcflongmont.comRead more content at https://www.pcflongmont.com/blogSchedule a free phone consult one of our great trainers:Joshua at Learn more about Josh at: https://www.pcflongmont.com/jspencerJordan at https://www.pcflongmont.com/jkauffmannKrystyna at https://www.pcflongmont.com/kfarquhar

When change is too hard, you'll have to either quit or break it down. Josh is rolling solo and he discusses how to use a confidence check to assess whether you are setting yourself up to fail or ready for progress!Plus:-The comfort zone vs the challenge zone vs the overwhelm zone. -Herculean Challenges are miserable but memorable. -May MADNESS is upon us! The 8th annual month-long competition focuses on Consistency, Community, and Competition!Speech of the Week (SpOTW) starts at 26:16: Train, don't strain. Contact us at:www.pcflongmont.com720-515-2074contact@pcflongmont.comRead more content at https://www.pcflongmont.com/blogSchedule a free phone consult one of our great trainers:Joshua at Learn more about Josh at: https://www.pcflongmont.com/jspencerJordan at https://www.pcflongmont.com/jkauffmannKrystyna at https://www.pcflongmont.com/kfarquhar

Are you a forager or a prepper? Even if you fall strongly into one camp, chances are your outcomes could be improved if you developed some skill in the other. Modern foraging helps you think flexibly about nutrition while navigating daily routines, travel, and more. On the other hand, prepping helps you have a greater sense of control, if you can apply it.Plus:-A diary entry from an overly motivated coach.-People's lives are at stake, and steak matters!-Jordan gives her first SpOTW!Speech of the Week (SpOTW) starts at 25:10: Comparisons are Complicated!You can read what Joshua has to say about this SpOTW here: https://www.pcflongmont.com/post/speech-of-the-week-comparisons-are-complicatedContact us at:www.pcflongmont.com720-515-2074contact@pcflongmont.comRead more content at https://www.pcflongmont.com/blogSchedule a free phone consult one of our great trainers:Joshua at Learn more about Josh at: https://www.pcflongmont.com/jspencerJordan at https://www.pcflongmont.com/jkauffmannKrystyna at https://www.pcflongmont.com/kfarquhar