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Ask a question What does `getting stuck` really mean? And what should you do when it happens? This episode will clear up the confusion, and set you straight about the search for the "perfect exercise program". Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Squats are king, right? Well, usually, yes. But depending on your goals, you need to choose the right squat variation for your application. This episode covers bodyweight exercises for leg strength and functional applications.  Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Here's how to develop efficient breathing for your workouts without a lot of craziness. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question First things first, even if you are young, NOW is the time to learn how to prevent age-related physical decline. And if you're already dealing with it, here's how to keep moving and keep fit as long as possible. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Injuries suck, and can be an unfortunate yet expected part of building a fitness habit. We’ve talked before about injuries and how you can deal with them if they arrive as well as how to know if you are indeed injured. What we haven’t really covered before, though, is how to successfully resume training after you’ve recovered from an injury. How do you start back up with training on...

Ask a question We talk a lot about exploring and playing with movements, but if you come from a traditional training background, that might not mean a lot to you. Rest assured, you can learn how to enjoy playing - and it doesn't have to wait until you reach an advanced level either.  Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question It's natural to see an interesting physical movement and want to know where it came from and who thought it up, but usually, the true origins are thousands of years ago. GMB was founded by three dudes with diverse backgrounds, so it's natural that we draw inspiration from a lot of sources. In this episode, Ryan, Jarlo, and Andy discuss the real influences that make GMB wha...

Ask a question So many systems out there claim to have discovered the one, true path to physical mastery, but it simply isn't true. We all have different bodies, different goals, and different backgrounds. No one rule will apply to all of those situations, but you can use some simple critical thinking to find out what's best for you.  Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility w...

Ask a question You only get 24 hours. We all do. When you start training, you learn quickly how much stuff you need to do, but what if you simply can't fit it all in? We'll tell you how to maximize the benefits of your training time. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question When fitness products talk about wanting to "look great naked," it's just an excuse to pander to your insecurities. Let's talk honestly about fitness, sex, and body fat for a change. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question With so many different skills and abilities to practice in the world of bodyweight exercise, how does it all fit together? Well, figuring that out has more to do with how you practice individual movements than anything else.  Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Congratulations feel nice, but what's really important is what you get out of your training. A lot of people go after big skills just for the praise they'll get at the end, when they should be training for things that really make a difference. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question If you keep pushing your body hard enough for long enough, eventually you will get injured. If you're lucky, it will be minor. But in any event, you're going to want to know how to take care of yourself when it happens. Listen up, and we'll fill you in. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Naming a brand of movement is a great way for trainers to stake a claim and mark their territory, but do we really need another pissing contest in our lives? Here's some real talk about different disciplines of movement and why you don't have to choose if you don't want to. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Imbalances can be problematic. That's true. But they're also a fact of nature. You have to live with and negotiate imbalances daily. Likewise, your training program does not necessarily have to be perfectly balanced at any given point, so long as it balances out in the mid-to-long term. And if it doesn't, we're betting it still won't kill you. Support the sh...

Ask a question We don't care which system you think is best or which particular guru you follow. In fact, if you feel the need to make such a decision, we'll probably just think less of you. This podcast is about thinking for yourself instead of blindly following what any expert (including us) tells you to believe.  Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Spoiler alert: the way most people approach cardio is stupid. Want to know why? Then listen up. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question How can you be sure to always make progress? Dive deeply into it. Hang out with others who are achieving it. Make it a (BIG) part of your life. Ryan and Andy talk about immersing yourself in the experience of getting better. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question We get FAR TOO MANY questions about injuries that should really be directed to a medical professional. But we do have a little advice for minor injuries you may experience. Also: active recovery and supplements. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question If you ask stupid questions, you'll get stupid answers. Want to know the secret to getting actionable advice form knowledgeable people? Listen up! Also enjoy Ryan's rant on safe driving.  Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Part of developing confidence is knowing exactly what you can - and can't - do. This episode is about building that knowledge through mindful practice. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Fact: We've all got things we'd like to change, but our stupid, stupid habits make it difficult. To learn more about how to change those habits to better ones, we're chatting up James Clear - and you need to listen up, because this stuff can change your life. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question Most fitness sites and trainers talk about which exercises to do and what program is the best. Steve Kamb started Nerd Fitness to make getting healthy accessible to people who might not necessarily be "fitness" types.  NF and GMB have a lot in common in that respect, and we finally got a chance to talk about it on this podcast. Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and a...

Ask a question Learn how to motivate yourself rather than relying on others to tell you what you should want for yourself. Ryan also nails the key point almost everybody misses about autoregulation in your workouts - hint: it has nothing to do with how you feel.  Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout

Ask a question In this episode, Ryan and Andy talk about getting over fear when performing difficult moves like back flips. Also: beating dizziness when starting tumbling and tips for learning acrobatic moves.  Support the show 👉 Try a free strength and agility workout