Welcome back to the podcast! Today, my guest is Ryan Thomas. He's the owner of Cumbria Combat Sports, MMA coach, and co-founder of Peak Performance Coaching and the Peak Performance Podcast.

Ryan tells me his 5 essential survival exercises if he were to be stranded on a desert island, what makes a good coach, and data-driven approaches to sports programming.

We also delve into Ryan’s journey through combat sports, what it takes to be a fighter, if anyone can take up MMA, resilience and the risks of traumatic brain injuries aka CTE in combat sports,

If like me you like to geek out about all things training and fitness - you're gonna like this one.

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Ryan Thomas.

RYAN’S STUFF:

Powered By Peak Instagram

https://bit.ly/3yqBdz9

Ryan’s Instagram

https://bit.ly/3K4dN4W

Cumbria Combat Sports

https://bit.ly/3UM2vaL

MY STUFF:
Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):https://bit.ly/3tk8FVv

Follow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):

https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj

Chapters

00:00 Overview of Ryan's Typical Week

07:34 What Makes a Good Coach

11:59 Ryan's Journey in Combat Sports

25:42 The Mindset and Resilience of a Fighter

30:54 TBI Risk in Combat Sports

44:53 Protecting Athletes in Combat Sports

48:39 The Importance of Data-Driven Programming

56:33 The Peak Performance Podcast

01:20:35 Future Goals for Peak Performance and Cumbria Combat Sports

Welcome back to the podcast! Today, my guest is Tom Smith, an entrepreneur, founder of Eskfest, and co-founder of Whitewood Distilling Co., among other ventures.

In this episode, we dive into a variety of topics including financial freedom, setting goals, finding stillness, connecting with others, artificial intelligence, delegation, and the use of psychedelics. We also share tips on starting a business, discuss the importance of being useful in the workplace, and explore the concept of creative walking.

Disclaimer: During this discussion, we touch on the subject of psychedelics. Please be aware that the use of psychedelics is illegal in many jurisdictions. This conversation is not intended to promote illegal activities. Additionally, if you are struggling with mental health issues, we strongly recommend seeking out a licensed practitioner. This episode is a discussion and is not intended as medical advice.

I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation with Tom Smith.

***LINKS***

TOM’S STUFF: Eskfest

https://bit.ly/3wyc9FM

Whitewood Distilling Co

https://bit.ly/4by5xGb

OTHER STUFF:

Stillness Is The Key by Ryan Holiday

https://amzn.to/4dD8bMU

Roving Conversions

https://bit.ly/3QFIyRJ

MY STUFF: Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):

https://bit.ly/3tk8FVv

Follow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):

https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj

Welcome back to the podcast, today we’re joined by Greg Williams of the Rox Lyfe Podcast. Greg is at the forefront of the Hyrox community and is one of the most trusted names in the sport.

We discuss Hyrox training, nutrition, post-competition recovery, threshold work, zone 2, baseline fitness, and the art of balancing intense training with necessary rest, podcasting and supplementation.

I also ask him about his path, touching on his background as a nutritionist and entrepreneur. What it was like meeting World Champion Hunter Macintyre for the first time and whether he agrees with Hunter on his ‘no squatting in season’ rule.

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Greg Williams.

GREG’S STUFF:

Rox Lyfe Website:

https://bit.ly/3Tx2cja

Rox Lyfe Instagram:

https://bit.ly/49jSPcP

MY STUFF:

Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):

https://bit.ly/3tk8FVv
Follow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):

https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:33 Training for Hyrox

05:27 The Importance of Threshold Work

06:23 Balancing Training and Recovery

07:14 Greg's Work and Background

09:42 Greg's Approach to Nutrition

12:14 Nutrition for Performance vs. Digestive Health

14:12 Factors Affecting Digestive Health

16:20 The Impact of Hyrox on Health

19:15 Frequency of Hyrox Races

21:16 Yearly Periodization and Training

22:52 Training Approaches Leading Up to a Competition

24:40 Balancing Specificity and Rest

25:25 Training Approach for Hyrox

26:22 Separating Strength and Aerobic Training

27:23 Prioritizing Strength or Aerobic Training

28:33 Training Lunges and Wall Balls

29:28 Transitioning to Hyrox-Specific Training

30:40 Considering Other Events for Training Variety

31:27 Zone 2 Training and Its Importance

32:41 Zone 2 Training Timing

34:00 Tracking Running Progress with Heart Rate

34:30 Heart Rate Strap Accuracy

36:29 Heart Rate Strap Recommendation

37:30 Meeting Hunter McIntyre

39:35 Hunter McIntyre's Personality and Work Ethic

40:31 Hunter McIntyre's Unique Position in the Sport

41:58 Hunter McIntyre's CrossFit Games Experience

42:45 Squatting in Season

43:45 Timing of Squatting in Season

44:45 Starting the Rox Lyfe Podcast

46:16 Growing the Rox Lyfe Website

47:09 Website Before the Podcast

47:39 Starting the Podcast and Content Creation

49:40 Underrated Episodes and Insights

53:17 Taking Risks in Training and Competing

56:35 Supplements and Electrolytes

01:02:18 Overcoming Bottlenecks in Podcast Publishing

01:09:30 Future Plans for Rox Lyfe