Conquer Athlete Podcast

Today's episode is a discussion between Jay and Tommy centered around competition. How to compete, and how to compete well. Obviously there is the physical side of preparing for a competition, which we discuss on so many of our episodes. Today, however, we lean into the mental and psychological side of what it takes to compete well, and how the coach can work in concert with the athlete to help th...

Want to get better at CrossFit?! One of the most fundamental things that you will need is the ability to not tire so quickly. So how does one accomplish such a thing?  Coach Jay, and coach Tommy talk all about how to do just that on todays episode. Sit back, grab a notepad, and turn the volume up!   https://www.conquerathlete.com/

Today, Coach Jay and Coach Tommy take some time to talk about common areas where coaches tend to fall short. Not just in coaching their athletes, but in programming for them as well. Often times the fix can be accomplished by actually doing less! Jay and Tommy outline these common areas, and what you can do to improve your ability to connect with, and get the most out of your athletes. Enjoy! http...

When it comes to performance in the gym, it is not just about training the muscles and the movements. You have to train your mental game too. Today's episode is all about how to set yourself up mentally to be more successful in the gym. Coach Jay and coach Tommie outline some actionable steps that you can take as a coach to help facilitate a shift in your athletes mental game that will lead toward...

Today we talk about some of the changes that we are noticing within the programming of CrossFit competitions and what that means for athletes going into the CrossFit open with hopes of qualifying for Quarter Finals and Semi-Finals. Where should athletes be placing their focus when it comes to training and preparing for the Open? All of this is discussed at length between Coach Jay and Coach Tommie...

Today's episode is a discussion around the practical application of VO2Max test results in programming. This is an incredibly valuable test when it comes to understanding the limitations of an athlete with regard to energy systems. If you know how to interpret the results of a VO2Max test, then you are able to very specifically manipulate an athletes training to increase their ability to sustain l...

Today's episode is a discussion around the practical application of VO2Max test results in programming. This is an incredibly valuable test when it comes to understanding the limitations of an athlete with regard to energy systems. If you know how to interpret the results of a VO2Max test, then you are able to very specifically manipulate an athletes training to increase their ability to sustain l...

At Conquer Athlete, we are constantly re-evaluating our best practices and looking for every opportunity to improve out services. Which is why on today's podcast, we are discussing some of the details surrounding a new methodology when it comes to the art of programming for the competitive athlete. Coach Jay takes us on a short but densely packed episode to get us started. Enjoy! https://www.conqu...

We decided to take a deep dive into one of the 10 fatigue limiters that we think is so important. Today we are addressing: Complementary Fatigue. What it is, where it comes from, and how to address it. This is a big one for the coaches out there, because if you are not paying attention, you can create issues with complementary fatigue within your programming. Sit down, and listen in, as Coach Jay...

Coach Jay, Tommie, and Chris sit down in this episode to discuss what they feel are some of the most misunderstood concepts within the functional fitness space when it comes to effectively programming. Not only to they identify these areas, but they take some time to provide some guidance surrounding how to actually utilize these methods in an effective way within a programming cycle. Enjoy https:...

Coach Jay shares some insights on today episode specifically around where and how various forms of fatigue come into play when training in the sport of CrossFit. Jay not only breaks down the 10 fatigue limiters, but he also provides some guidance regarding how to handle and program effectively around them. Enjoy https://www.conquerathlete.com/

Today's episode is actually a republication of our second episode over. We are re-sharing this episode because it is one of our favorites, and it is packed full of incredible insight by one the legends in the fitness space, who we have been looking up to since the beginning...Kelly Starrett. Even if you have been with us from the start and have heard this one, we think it is worth a revisit. There...

Today's episode is a spin off of a recent Morning Chalk-Up article where they asked: "Is CrossFit Dead". Without spoiling much of the episode here, let's just say that Coach Jay and Coach Tommie provide their opinions with rationale on that very question.  So sit, back and enjoy! And of course, let us know your thoughts on this topic as well. https://www.conquerathlete.com/

Now that CrossFit has announced the new home of the 2024 Games will be Fort Worth Texas, we decided to share our thoughts on the move. We discuss what we think the positives will be with this new location, as well as what some of the challenges may look like. Overall though, we will say that this looks like a promising new location to test the Fittest On Earth, and we are stoked to see it all play...

Today's episode is more of a freeform conversation between coach Jason and coach Tommie, where they go down a few different rabbit holes surrounding topics like: Performance Enhancers, different expert minds in the fitness space that we refer to for information, and various ways we can seek out to continue to challenge ourselves and grow as we age. This was a fun one for us, and we think that you...

Dr. Jaime Schehr is a nationally recognized expert in integrative medicine and nutrition, and holds duel licenses as a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Dietitian. In our discussion with Jaime on this episode, we specifically focus on the subject of longevity, what that means, and what practical steps you can do to start moving the needle in the direction you want. Jaime is an incredible resou...

Dr. Mike Nelson is a human performance specialist, with a PhD in Exercise Physiology and a MS in Biomechanics. He works with athletes and professionals at all levels to optimize training and nutrition to get the most out of their performance. On today's episode, we specifically target the various fitness fads and crazes being proliferated on social media to help provide our listeners with the tool...

Today's episode is the third of our new podcast edition "Conquer Spotlight". Conquer Spotlight is hosted by our very own, Coach Tommy Pomatico. Today, Tommy interviews Nicki Torreggiani, one of the athletes on Crossfit Games CrossFit Milford Team Conquer! Enjoy the episode!

Mike Molloy is a long time friend, and the nutritionist to numerous CrossFit Games Athletes in addition to a host of general population clients who just want to look and feel better. He has a refreshing and holistic approach to nutrition, wellness, and when appropriate, performance. This last element is where we spend most of the conversation today. Specifically in regards to perspectives on stero...

Last week was exciting with the Games taking place out in Madison. Both Jay and Tommie were there behind the scenes coaching the Conquer Athletes. This episode we are going to take a little time to chat about not just their experience there, but also what they both thought regarding the tests and how it was all programmed. These are always fun episodes, so tune in and enjoy! https://www.conquerath...

Today's episode is the second of our latest podcast series "Conquer Athlete Spotlights". This Conquer Spotlight is hosted by our very own Coach Tommy Pomatico. Today, Tommy interviews one of the members of the Crossfit Games CrossFit Milford Team Conquer, Sierra Cameron! Enjoy the episode!

Today's episode is the first of our new podcast edition "Conquer Spotlight". Conquer Spotlight is hosted by our very own, Coach Tommy Pomatico. Today, Tommy interviews the captain of the Crossfit Games CrossFit Milford Team Conquer, Tony Facchini! You'll quickly learn that Tony is one of the hardest workers out there. He never found an excuse to miss the gym, even if it meant training at 1 am. We'...

Today we have, not only coach Jay and Tommie, but also coach Brad, and the guys are talking about their various experiences coaching at the Games. They are telling stories, and sharing the lessons that they have learned from those times at the Games. Ultimately it has all lead to being a more effective coach, specifically at the larges stage in the sport, but also overall. This was a fun one. Enjo...

Today we have Coach Jay and Coach Tommie chatting about some of the more recent changes within the Sport of Fitness. And in a broader sense, the guys discuss where they think the CrossFit differs from other sports out there, and more to the point...where they think the sport is going long term.  https://www.conquerathlete.com/

Our guest today is Conquer Athlete Coach Brad Giglio. In addition to being an "Individual Design" Coach with us, Brad is also the founder of Apex Nutrition Performance Coaching. Through Apex, Brad has worked with a number of high performing clients, from CEO's, Olympians, Professional Athletes in the NFL and CrossFit Games, as well as Navy Seals, all looking to optimize there performance and well...