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  • Skol Sessions - Episode 20: Anthropometric Training Considerations
    2024/06/14

    Does it ever seem to you like some people are just built to deadlift, while you struggle with yours? That's because this is actually the case. We all have different body leverages caused by the ratio of our lower legs to our upper legs, leg to torso ratio, etc. This is called anthropometry. In this episode, Coach Erik and Coach Alex discuss their anthropometric differences and the resulting training considerations.

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    34 分
  • Skol Sessions - Episode 19: Post 2024 CrossFit Open
    2024/03/19

    In this episode, Coach Erik and Coach Nivi discuss the 2024 CrossFit Open. They explain the thought behind the CrossFit Relentless Intramural Open at Viking Athletics, and why we host it for the members. Then they review each of the 2024 CF Open WODs, viewing them through the lens of "traditional CrossFit."

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    55 分
  • Skol Sessions - Episode 18: Talking Inflammation with Dr. Charles Cavo
    2023/12/16

    Inflammation is a popular buzzword these days. Certain foods are demonized as being "pro-inflammatory," while others are "anti-inflammatory." Furthermore, there are several people in the fitness and nutrition space selling diets and supplements as "anti-inflammatory." Inflammation in and of itself is not a bad thing. Short bouts of inflammation are important to help the body deal with stress. Acute inflammation in particular, is a part of the strength and muscle building process. So, in this month's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Charles Cavo of Pounds Weight Loss. We cover the differences between acute and chronic inflammation, how to test for inflammation, and some practical ideas on how to use nutrition as an intervention.

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    56 分
  • Skol Sessions - Episode 17: Body Dysmorphia
    2023/09/25

    In this month's episode, Coach Erik talks with member and psychologist Michael Shelby about body dysmorphia: what it is, where it comes from (historical variations and pop culture today), our own history with it, and how to combat it. Enjoy! Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction
    00:50 Michael Shelby - Background
    04:00 Dysmorphia Defined
    06:00 Origins of Body Dysmorphia for Men
    11:00 Leanness vs. Health/Sustainability
    13:58 Male Movie Superhero Physique
    18:00 Female Beauty Standard
    20:00 Strong is Healthy Movement
    25:17 Muscularity Outside the US
    27:56 Form Following Function
    30:00 Erik's Training/Dysmorphia History
    32:50 Circling Back to History and Current Trends
    37:45 How to Move Beyond It
    40:22 Conclusion

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    43 分
  • Skol Sessions - Episode 16: Training vs. Testing
    2023/08/11

    Are you pushing at 100% intensity every time you set foot in the gym? Maxing out your lifts daily and going full send on your metcons? Do you avoid repeating WODs? If so, you're spending all your time testing your fitness, rather than building it. Most of what we do in the gym should be training, with the occasional test to gauge progress. That's this month's topic. Enjoy!


    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction

    00:42 Calculation Beer Calories

    01:30 CrossFit Games Events Were "Tests"

    02:21 Constant Testing Outside the Gym Example

    04:49 Constant Testing Inside the Gym Examples

    07:31 Training vs. Testing Examples in the Gym

    11:00 Mixed Modality Training / CrossFit

    14:01 Soreness Is a Poor Metric

    16:24 Progressing in Mixed Modality Training

    19:57 Competitions and Workout Previews

    22:59 "Fran" Preparation Case Study

    33:24 CrossFit Benchmarks as Tests

    34:20 Needs of Competitive Athletes

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    37 分
  • Skol Sessions - Episode 15: Education in Fitness
    2023/07/20

    In this episode Coach Erik dives into what kind of education is necessary to be a coach. Do degrees matter? What about certifications? And how much does practical experience count for? All this and more. Enjoy!

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    37 分
  • Skol Sessions - Episode 14: Hero WODs
    2023/06/02

    In this episode of Skol Sessions, Coaches Erik and Nivi discuss Hero WODs. Why we do them, where they come from, and how they fit in with our local community, and the CrossFit community at large.

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    50 分
  • Skol Sessions - Episode 13: Youth Training
    2023/04/27

    In this episode, we discuss the importance of exercise for our nation's youth, which has been on the decline for a couple of reasons. We talk about what led to it, and how we, at Viking Athletics, can help plug that gap. Interested in learning more about our youth program? Please email Coach Monique Mount at monique@vikingathletics.net.

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    40 分