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Function Being Will

by The Big Dawgs Podcast

conversations on movement, thought and fuel

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Episodes

  1. EST for Sport pt 2

    again, it makes no sense

  2. EST for Sport

    EST for Sport?

  3. Maximal Pattern Expression

    what is the highest order expression of each of the patterns for humans?

  4. A Thought Experiment for Free Movement

    what would happen if all youth learned how to self navigate in movement by the time they leave school at 18?

  5. Fitness Business Authority

    guru, glutton, seal, paltrow, techbro, suit

  6. LuLu Lime Aid

    where does Yoga fit in fitness?

  7. Humans: Rec Golf

    be awesome at walking and hitting balls, there, that’s it

  8. Athletes: Snatch and Clean and Jerk

    only 2 sports should train these 2 lifts

  9. Humans: Snatch and Clean and Jerk

    just “don’t” do it

  10. Reach for the Rings

    documentary pre-order PSA

  11. Coach Sam Smith Reflects on the 2021 Quarterfinals

    The inaugural year of the CrossFit Quarterfinals is in the books! Check out another episode of Coach Sam Smith going over his noticings around the weekend, and the sport in general.

  12. Coach Sam Smith Reflects on the 2021 Open

    Tune in for some thoughts on this year's CF Open. With numerous format changes over the last few years, many athletes have had a rollercoaster ride of finding rhythm in their season. Reflection is always helpful for these situations.

  13. Humans: Run Away

    RUN if a coach answers this ...

  14. AMSI: 5 minutes

    a detailed account of 5 min of mixed work

  15. Humans: #ThisIsWhyNot

    why one perhaps should not do the open

  16. Humans: Aerobic Regressionism

    to get better aerobically, you do more, not less

  17. Athletes: OPEN Nutrition

    CF OPEN Nutrition chatter

  18. Humans: Dynamic Contractions are Dysfunctional

    dynamic contractions are Dysfunctional

  19. Train Slow, Be Slow

    bodybuilding in a MM season?

  20. Virtual Fantasy

    online competitions in Mixed Modal

  21. Recovery

    MM Recovery

  22. IF3 Skill

    explanation of test #4 in IF3

  23. Mixed Modal Fatigue Limiters

    thermoregulation, fuel, HPO, cardiac output, muscles, recovery, psychology, skill acquisition, respiration are the 9 theoretical limiters in MM

  24. Mixed Modal for Soccer?

    Does Mixed Modal have any possible role in helping someone be the best they can be at the sport of soccer?

  25. Ep. 33 | AMSI

    On episode 33 of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald answers some listener questions in Ask Me Something Interesting. Big Dawgs Coaches work with athletes and those dedicated to reaching their full potential in fitness. Whether you're training for life or competition, your coach is committed…

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  26. Ep. 32 | Musing about the CrossFit Open

    On Episode 32 of the Big Dawgs Podcast James FitzGerald muses about the CrossFit Open 2020. He covers topics of Time, Movement, Volume, Season, and Rate as they relate to the Open. Sponsored by Oxygen. Big Dawgs Coaches work with athletes and those dedicated to reaching their full potential in...

  27. Ep. 31 | Strength Supporting Endurance

    On episode 31 of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald talks about strength supporting endurance. Big Dawgs Coaches work with athletes and those dedicated to reaching their full potential in fitness. Whether you're training for life or competition, your coach is committed to your success. Get a...

  28. Ep. 30 | How to get better at upper body gymnastics

    On Episode 30 of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald talk about organizing upper body gymnastics training. While gymnastics training should cover multiple muscle groups, such as the core, shoulders, scapulas, and legs, James sees many people going wrong in their upper body gymnastics…

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  29. *BONUS* Coach Michael Bann's thoughts on the documentary "Game Changer"

    On this BONUS Episode of the Big Dawgs Podcast, we hear Coach Michael Bann's thoughts on the documentary "Game Changer" to fellow BD Coaches on their weekly calls. Follow Michael Bann on instagram @coach_michael_bann Follow Big Dawgs on instagram @bigdawgsathlete

  30. Ep. 29 | Intensity is NOT Healthy

    On episode twenty-nine of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald talks about metabolic intensity and why intensity is NOT healthy. He covers what he means by that by starting at a basic understanding of what metabolic intensity is, the history of programming it, why the dose response is not...

  31. Ep. 28 | 30 sec HARD

    On episode twenty-eight of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James OPT FitzGerald talks about what it means to go hard for 30 seconds. James references the 30s x5 Assault/Air Bike test (rest 5 mins), he gives the history of this workout prescription, how and why to program it and for who, and what the…

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  32. Ep. 27 | Easy Training for Mixed Modal

    On episode twenty-seven of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James OPT FitzGerald talks about easy training for mixed modal athletes, what is it, how does "easy" compare to "hard", and how will "easy" training help you achieve higher levels in the sport of fitness. Follow James on Instagram:...

  33. Ep. 26 | How the Structure of CrossFit Limits Growth of the Sport

    On episode twenty-six of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James OPT FitzGerald talks about the history of the sport of fitness, its structure and how that structure limits the potential growth. He gives ideas on how the sport would need to change to be recognized/gain the respect in the world of sports.…

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  34. Ep. 25 | Masters' Competitive Fitness Pt.2

    On episode twenty five of the Big Dawgs Podcast is part two of the Masters Competitive Fitness conversation from the last episode where James FitzGerald went into details on masters competitive fitness. In this episode he goes over programming for the masters athlete. Email James to ask something...

  35. Ep. 24 | Masters' Competitive Fitness Pt. 1

    On episode twenty four of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald going down the rabbit hole of competitive fitness for masters athletes. Email James to ask something interesting: [email protected] Catch us on social media @bigdawgsathlete questions? [email protected] wwww.thebigdawgs.com

  36. Ep. 23 | Powerlifting and Aerobic Training go together like PB&J

    On episode twenty three of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald talks about the need for an aerobic base in a sport where many do not train it; powerlifting. Email James to ask something interesting: [email protected] Catch us on social media @bigdawgsathlete questions?…

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  37. Ep. 22 | Mixed Modal the sport vs. Mixed Modal for life

    On episode twenty-two of The Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald talks about mixed modal the sport versus mixed modal for life and longevity. Ask James something interesting by emailing him at [email protected] Follow us on social media @bigdawgsathlete Follow James on instagram @jfitzopex Want…

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  38. Ep. 21 | Post Natal Competitive Fitness

    On episode 21 of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald goes over how to train a competitive fitness athlete back from giving birth. Ask James something interesting by emailing him at [email protected] Follow James @jfitzopex Follow Big Dawgs @bigdawgsathlete [email protected]

  39. Ep. 20 | What does 'Row 30/30 x 4' mean?

    On episode 20 of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald digs into the Row 30/30 x 4 test. The meaning of results and what that means specifically for the athlete at different points in their training and competition schedule and differences between the sexes. Follow James at @jfitzopex or send…

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  40. Ep. 19 | AMSI: Fitness for all, masters and kids alike!

    On episode 19 of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald is back with an “Ask Me Something Interesting” segment. Today’s questions are 1. Are masters athletes more prone to injury than younger athletes? 2. How can we promote ‘fitness for all’ when not everyone can afford it? Follow James at...

  41. Ep. 18 | Are You a Good Fit for Remote Coaching?

    On episode 18 of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald talks about what kind of athletes work well with remote coaching. to learn more about remote coaching with Big Dawgs --> www.thebigdawgs.com/remote-coaching Follow us on social @bigdawgsathlete Follow James FitzGerald on instagram…

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  42. Ep. 17 | Preparation for the Games

    On episode 17 of the Big Dawgs podcast, host James FitzGerald, goes over how to prepare for the CrossFit Games. #Broccoli Follow us on social media @bigdawgsathlete Follow James @jfitzopex or shoot him an email at [email protected] with questions for the Ask Me Something Interesting segment. Want...

  43. Ep. 16 | Ask Me Something Interesting: How to get over plateaus

    Episode sixteen is the first episode of a new "question and answer" series called "Ask Me Something Interesting". On the first episode of Ask Me Something Interesting, James answers the age old question on how to get over plateaus in your training. To ask James something interesting please send...

  44. Ep.15 | You’re Not Capable of Kipping... Yet

    On episode 15 of the Big Dawgs Podcast, James Fitzgerald talks about the strength and aerobic requirements of the Kipping Chest To Bar. Email James @ [email protected] or follow him on instagram @jfitzopex Follow the Big Dawgs on instagram and all other social media @bigdawgsathlete...

  45. Ep. 14 | Skills in Mixed Modal

    This week on the Big Dawgs Podcast, James FitzGerald takes the mic and gives his thoughts on the skills in mixed modal for athletes. James breaks these skills down into 10 ways of rethinking how to progress skills towards maximal mechanical and metabolic fatigue. Follow James on IG @jfitzopex...

  46. Ep. 13 | Sean McGovern, explains epigenetics, nutrition and fitness

    In the thirteenth episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Mike Lee interviews fellow Big Dawgs Coach, Sean McGovern. They talk about epigentics and how it effects athletes' nutrition and fitness. Follow Sean on IG @coachseanmcgovern Follow Mike @coachm_lee Follow Big Dawgs @bigdawgsathlete...

  47. Ep. 12 | The hair legend, Marcus Filly, talks all things fitness and the CrossFit Open

    On episode twelve of the Big Dawgs Podcast, Mike Lee chats with Marcus Filly about his fitness career including competing at the CrossFit Games and Grid. Marcus also gives his thoughts on a healthy way to attack the CrossFit Open. Marcus Filly: @marcusfilly www.thebigdawgs.com FB/IG/Tw/Yt:...

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