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In-Tension

by Roy

Roy and Jen will talk training, nutrition, mental health, relationships, time management and more in short episodes where listener questions will also be answered.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 36: The Other 14 Hours

    In this episode, Jen and Roy discuss what you should be doing outside of the gym, to support and maximize what you do inside the gym. They also touch on the importance of communication, and mindfulness in your day to day life. Submit questions/show topics at: https://forms.gle/avqWDVApu2qxtDMi8...

  2. Episode 35: Nutrition Tips and Tricks

    In this episode, Jen and Roy go over the general nutrition guidelines they utilize for themselves and clients that ask. They talk about why they use these guidelines and how they put them to practice! Jen's SubjectZero Supplements code: Jenesis10 Hidden Gem's Podcast on In-Tension Training:...

  3. Episode 34: Work-Life Balance?

    In this episode, Roy and Jen discuss the ins and outs of a work-life "balance." Submit an idea for a show/interview guest: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/1qiioNvHzuqYjhQXmqsblhz9d3ur6HOiJuWabWQaGruU/edit?usp=forms_home&ths=true Subscribe to our Patreon:...

  4. Episode 33: Habit Formation

    Happy New Year! In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about ways to break bad habits and stop fostering environments for them to exist, as well as how to create hospitable environments for good habits to stick and thrive. In-tension Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/InTensionTraining?fan_landing=true

  5. Episode 32: Reflecting & goal setting tips for the new year

    In this episode Jen and Roy discuss the benefits of self reflection and action steps, new years resolutions and realistic goal setting. Check out our patreon: https://www.patreon.com/InTensionTraining?fan_landing=true Show notes:...

  6. Episode 31: We are back!

    In Episode 31, Jen and Roy give updates about In-Tension Training and talk about what they've personally been up to, answer a few audience questions, and talk about the very important distinctions between movement and training (psst, movement is more important).

  7. Season 3, Episode 10: Interview with Rachel Lawrence of the PPC

    In the season 3 finale, Roy and Jen interview Rachel Lawrence of the People's Protection Coalition. They discuss how Rachel's upbringing influenced her activism and what exactly the PPC does and represents. Rachel's IG: @afrodisiac.jpg PPC website: https://www.peoplesprotectioncoalition.org/ PPC...

  8. Season 3, Episode 9: Interview with Gabi Dixson

    In this episode, Roy and Jen interview New Zealand's Strongest Woman of 2020: Gabi Dixson. They discuss Gabi's journey to becoming the woman she is today; including her experience competing in college track and field, getting close to the olympic trials, strongwoman, and powerlifting. They…

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  9. Season 3, Episode 8: Warm-ups and Recovery

    In this episode, Jen and Roy discuss their personal approach to warm-ups as well as programming client warm-ups and research on well-known recovery methods such as icing.

  10. Season 3, Episode 7: Setting Boundaries

    This week, Jen and Roy talk about why setting boundaries with your gym, place of exercise, or just exercise in general is important. After talking about recent in-tension and social justice news, the hosts discuss a few ways that you can monitor your relationship with the gym and its outcome on...

  11. Season 3, Episode 6: Amanda Leeman

    This week we bring you an interview with Amanda Leeman, an olympic weightlifter, former Cr*ssfit and college athlete, and member of Los Campeones gym. Amanda is also an avid reader, former journalist, and social justice advocate. We talked about a broad range of topics that go beyond fitness, but...

  12. Season 3 episode 5: The Ultimate Creatine Breakdown + Q & A

    In this episode, Roy and Jen begin by checking in with one another and giving a few life updates, before covering a few news happenings (5:30). Next, the hosts provide some background information on creatine including: effects of creatine, loading vs. steady dose, and more (14:25). Roy then takes...

  13. Season 3, Episode 4: Preparation and Mindset

    In this episode, Jen and Roy talk all things preparation, mindset and setting yourself up for success. The hosts start by talking about what's new in their lives since we last dropped an episode. They then discuss current happenings on the social justice/current events side of things. Next…

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  14. Season 3, Episode 3: They still can't breathe, gym culture and would you rather (gym edition)

    In this episode, Jen and Roy begin by checking on in what's new in their lives since the last episode. They then pivot to discussing a few of todays social justice issues such as the status of Breonna Taylor's killers, the death of Summer Taylor, rampant violence in Chicago, the anniversary of…

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  15. Season 3, Episode 2: Audience Q & A

    In this episode, Roy and Jen answer audience questions, including: How much whey protein is too much? Do you eat the same foods when cutting/dropping weight? Tips for beginners in the weight room? Does the mirror help with gains? How/when should athletes use static stretching? Hope everyone is...

  16. Season 3, Episode 1: Interview w/ Jen and Roy

    In this episode, Jen and Roy interview each other! Before this, they cover the recent murder of George Floyd and the corresponding protests, movements, and actions taken by the Minneapolis community. #Black #Lives #Matter #BLACKLIVESMATTER

  17. Season 2, Episode 9: Interview with Elerson Smith

    In this episode, Roy and Jen interview Elerson Smith, South High School Alumnus and defensive end at the University of Northern Iowa. We talk about Elerson's athletic background, his love for all sports, and his experiences playing different roles in different team sport environments throughout…

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  18. Season 2, Episode 8: Training for hypertrophy

    **In the episode we say this is episode 9 when it is actually episode 8. Oops!** In this episode of the Train for Blank series, Jen and Roy talk all things hypertrophy, including: what is it? reps and sets? how to progress? why is it important and who is it important to? and etc.

  19. Season 2, Episode 7: Training for sports performance

    In this episode, Roy and Jen check in with one another about how they are faring during quarantine, and how their training is going before reminiscing on what sports were like when they grew up. Next, they tackle some listener questions. Topics covered include: which bar and plates to invest in…

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  20. Season 2, Episode 6: Training for strength

    This episode is part of the "Train for Blank" series. Jen and Roy talk about what training for strength means and looks like for primarily newer/novice lifters and athletes.

  21. Season 2, Episode 5: Training for overall health

    This episode marks the beginning of a new mini series called "Train for Blank," where hosts Roy and Jen will discuss different goals, different types of training- and how to make those two align. Roy and Jen first talk about why they train and what drives them to get up everyday and pursue their...

  22. Season 2, Episode 4: Finding a new normal

    In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about ways to find a new lifestyle and training normal in the midst of COVID-19. They also answer questions around building a functional home gym/workout space and what being a personal trainer is like.

  23. Season 2, Episode 3: Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset

    In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about the growth mindset and what it can do for you in achieving success and staying motivated despite your circumstances.

  24. Season 2, Episode 2: Emotional Intelligence

    In this episode, Roy and Jen break down what emotional intelligence is, why it is important, and how to improve it.

  25. Season 2, Episode 1: Sleep hygiene + habits

    In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about what "sleep hygiene" is, common myths surrounding sleep, and habits to encourage better sleep. Studies mentioned: Mah, C. D., Kezirian, E. J., Marcello, B. M., & Dement, W. C. (2018). Poor sleep quality and insufficient sleep of a collegiate student-athlete...

  26. Episode 10: Visualization, meditation, and mindfulness practices

    Jen and Roy talk about their own experiences with visualization, meditation, and mindfulness practices while bringing in outside resources and experience. Author mentioned: Christina Heilman, "Elevate Your Excellence: The Mindset and Methods that Make Champions" Parasympathetic and sympathetic...

  27. Episode 9: Interview with Johnnie Turner

    In this episode, Roy and Jen interview Johnnie Turner (@johnnietii on instagram) about being a student athlete, thriving in different environments, the importance of work ethic, and betting on yourself. The Dunk:...

  28. Episode 8: Choosing the right gym and Q & A

    In episode 8, Roy and Jen briefly discuss their own training and endeavors, before diving into how to choose the right gym for you and answering listener questions.

  29. Episode 6: Building habits, bulking

    In this episode, Jen and Roy briefly share what’s going on in their lives- before discussing their own efforts and what the research says about building habits and bulking.

  30. Ep. 5: caffeine, supplementation, & Q&A

    In this episode, Jen and Roy mess up a lot but do their best in discussing caffeine intake, supplementation for athletes and non-athletes, and answering listener questions.

  31. Ep. 4: unconventional fitness, dealing with injury(s), Q&A

    In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about unconventional/functional fitness and activity, dealing with injuries physically and mentally, and answer some Q’s regarding training and nonsense.

  32. Ep 3: Interview with Bud Fonder

    This episode centers mostly around Bud’s journey in the gym, but we also touch on what the gym has done for him as a person and how it has taught him to be better in other facets of life. *disclaimer: touches briefly and generally on addiction*

  33. Ep 2: mental health and physical activity

    In episode 2 we touch on updates in our lives and with the business, mental health considerations when engaging in physical activity, and we finish up by answering listener questions

  34. Intro!

    In this episode we introduce ourselves and explain what we’re hoping to do with this podcast. We then answer a few questions and talk about our journeys and mindsets surrounding food.

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Roy and Jen will talk training, nutrition, mental health, relationships, time management and more in short episodes where listener questions will also be answered.

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Roy and Jen will talk training, nutrition, mental health, relationships, time management and more in short episodes where listener questions will also be answered.

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