In this episode, Kelly and JK discuss the importance of tailoring workout routines to individual preferences and pushing through less enjoyable workouts to reach performance goals!

They share personal updates, including Kelly's sweat test results and JK's muscle-building journey.

The main chat revolves around a social media debate on the 'perfect' workout plan versus one that clients will actually stick to. They delve into managing client preferences, the importance of hated yet essential workouts, and the benefit of repeating routines to track progress.

They also cover various client scenarios, the psychology behind training adherence, and the balance between structure and flexibility.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff

00:36 Addressing Current Events and Personal Struggles

02:09 Running Updates and Hydration Insights

08:37 Lifting and Unilateral Exercises

12:24 Training Phase and Nutrition Strategy

18:44 Mindful Eating Challenge

25:32 Sneaker Donation Experience

36:41 Discussion on Effective Workouts

41:06 Balancing Client Engagement and Evidence-Based Training

41:34 Understanding Client Preferences in Training

42:51 Addressing Dislikes in Training Programs

43:26 Flexibility in Personal Training

45:20 The Importance of Enjoying Your Workouts

47:09 Handling Client Resistance to Specific Exercises

48:10 The Role of a Coach in Identifying Client Behavior

49:07 Strategies for Overcoming Training Challenges

01:02:41 Incorporating Variety in Training Plans

01:09:07 The Value of Repeating Workouts

01:18:42 Upcoming Topics and Podcast Announcements

Links:

https://gotsneakers.com/

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In this episode, Kelly and JK bring you updates from their recent adventures, like Kelly’s morning run challenge and JK’s trip to Rickwood Field.

Then, they dive into the art of balancing competing fitness goals, whether you're aiming for fat loss or training for a marathon. Inspired by Greg McKeown’s 'Essentialism,' they unpack the evolution of the term 'priority' and its critical role in both fitness and business.

They also explore the concept of periodization in training and the struggle of ranking fitness goals. Don’t miss their lively chat on navigating challenges, making tough decisions, and achieving long-term success in your fitness journey!

00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff

00:50 Morning Run Challenge Updates

03:42 The Importance of Challenges

15:15 Sweat Test and Hydration Insights

18:09 Grocery Store Struggles

23:11 Olympic Trials and Snoop Dogg's Appearance

34:36 Travel and Technical Difficulties

47:07 Introduction to Competing Goals

47:39 Social Media Impact on Engagement

49:04 The Viral Post on Threads

50:04 Debate on Competing Goals

51:06 Reading and Responding to Comments

55:03 Importance of Identifying Priorities

58:34 Challenges in Prioritizing Goals

01:02:17 Balancing Multiple Activities

01:11:09 The Concept of Periodization

01:23:42 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Links:

The thread in question: https://www.threads.net/@coachjkmcleod/post/C79NVTvRz1n?xmt=AQGzZM79RYXHOW9XOZPzzQ0CqwR0DsRK60IAjkfY0GD1cA

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Kelly and JK dive deep into the controversy surrounding Spring Energy's 'Awesome Sauce' gel, which was found to have significantly less carbs than advertised.

They discuss the broader implications of such mislabeling in the sports nutrition industry, highlighting the importance of accurate carbohydrate data for athletes.

The conversation expands to examine industry practices, ethical responsibilities of coaches, and the necessity of third-party testing, drawing parallels with the Volkswagen emissions scandal.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff

00:27 Kelly's Life Updates

00:53 Wedding Stories and Mishaps

07:14 Morning Running Challenge

08:30 Cicada Invasion Discussion

13:48 Ava's Graduation Party and Parenting Tetris

18:28 Fitness Goals and Step Count Challenges

27:59 Reading Goals and Strategies

32:21 Spring Energy Awesome Sauce Controversy

36:33 Lab Results Reveal Shocking Findings

36:58 Community Reactions and GoFundMe Efforts

38:28 Spring Energy's Response and Reformulation

38:51 Non-Runner's Perspective

41:50 Koop vs. The Roches: Ultra Running's Biggest Beef

57:42 Underfueling Concerns and Class Action Speculations

01:04:25 Comparisons to Other Food Labeling Scandals

01:09:27 Coaching Ethics and Sponsorship Dilemmas

01:24:05 Listener Engagement and Episode Wrap-Up

Links:

MFA 120. WTF is going on with Spring Energy Awesomesauce? https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/egycKIJBbKb

Koopcast Spring Energy episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/koopcast/id1489494447?i=1000657480774

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