Craic'n Coachin'

The podcast begins with an introduction and the reveal of the special guest. The hosts and guest discuss time zone challenges, international locations, and the transition to a coaching career. The conversation then delves into the guest's career journey, chiropractic career, education business, and motivation for becoming a chiropractor. The scope of practice, democratizing education, communicatio...

The podcast delves into common misconceptions about getting lean, discussing the duration of getting lean, and the impact of alcohol on the process. The hosts provide insights and practical advice for navigating these misconceptions. The conversation delves into the role of nutrition in physique development, managing progress stalls in a deficit, maintaining motivation during a cut, managing hunge...

The podcast episode begins with an introduction and excitement for the upcoming guest. The episode then transitions into the guest introduction and a cultural exchange, highlighting diverse international perspectives and the theme of 'actions speak louder than words.' The conversation delves into the journey of coaching, the impact of personal experience on coaching style, the importance of meetin...

The podcast episode begins with an introduction and preview of the guest, Alex Gates. Alex joins the conversation and shares his personal background, transition to coaching and education, and his experience at UP. The intensity of coaching at UP is discussed, highlighting the rigorous training and initiation process. The conversation delves into the extreme training experience at UP, emphasizing t...

The conversation delves into the challenges of coaching, the impact of industry standards, and the problem with cookie cutter coaches. It highlights the importance of ongoing learning and development, the misconception of coaching as a lucrative and easy job, and the significance of performance and retention in coaching. Additionally, it addresses the normalization of short-term results in coachin...

The podcast episode begins with a catch-up on the hosts' recent activities and health status. It then delves into Emmet's weekend, his new PE role, training and diet, a discussion about zodiac signs, and Donal's car troubles. The conversation covers routine disruption, health, recovery, and various personal experiences. The conversation covers an eventful start to the weekend, preparation for the...

The conversation covers a weekend recap, barber woes, bodybuilding competitions, training plans, the introduction to flexible dieting and its misuse, meal planning and flexibility in nutrition, and the merit of simpler and blander foods. Key takeaways include the importance of skill and knowledge in flexible dieting, the significance of high-quality, whole foods, the impact of hyper-palatable food...

Donal and Emmet discuss the impact of genetics on athletic performance and physique development, emphasizing the role of genetics in bodybuilding, strongman competitions, and other sports. They explore the influence of genetics on muscle structure, shape, separation, and fat distribution, as well as the rate of muscle growth. The conversation also delves into the importance of consistency, effort,...

The conversation begins with an introduction to the bodybuilding review, followed by a discussion on the quality of competitors and an overview of the show. The impact of posing on competition results is then explored, highlighting its importance in determining the overall package of a competitor. The conversation delves into the importance of conditioning and practice in bodybuilding, the changes...

The podcast delves into the topic of deloads, exploring the need for and impact of deloads on training and recovery. It discusses the signs that indicate the need for a deload, the impact of lifestyle on training, and the therapeutic aspect of training. The conversation also touches on the social dynamics and interactions in the gym, providing insights into the importance of effective programming...

In this conversation, Donal and Emmet delve into the topic of chest training, exploring the functionality of the chest, training methods, and programming considerations. They emphasize the importance of effort, stability, and mobility in chest training, providing insights into effective training techniques and exercise selection. Takeaways Effort and intent are crucial in chest training Understand...

The conversation covers the impact of phone use on productivity, focus, and overall well-being. It delves into the challenges of managing phone use during travel, the importance of setting boundaries, and the concept of deep, undistracted work. The discussion also explores the potential underlying issues related to phone use and the benefits of measuring and managing screen time. Overall, the conv...

The conversation covers the training of back musculature, including lats, upper back, rear delts, and erectors. It explores various exercises, movement patterns, and common mistakes in back training, emphasizing the importance of range of motion and muscle function. The conversation covers a range of back training movements and techniques, emphasizing the importance of proper form and execution. I...

The main theme of todays conversation revolves around the reasons for lack of progress in the gym, covering topics such as training, nutrition and lifestyle/routine. Takeaways Consistency over time is key for progress Understanding anatomy and execution is crucial for effective training Volume should be tailored to individual skill level and recovery capacity Volume should be adjusted based on ski...

This "Mini Pod" covers a Q&A segment of some quick fire questions alongside some deep dives. Takeaways Coaching approach to non-adherent clients Importance of training frequency for muscle growth Pre-workout nutrition and supplementation Considerations for competitive bodybuilding Supplement stack and its relevance Chapters 00:00 Coaching Approach to Non-Adherent Clients 13:40 Pre-Workout Nutr...

The conversation explores the value of coaching, the reasons why coaches have coaches, and the role of ego in the coaching process. It highlights the benefits of accountability, learning from good coaching practices, and the importance of due diligence in selecting a coach. Takeaways Coaches benefit from having coaches Accountability and external perspective are key benefits of coaching Learning f...

The conversation delves into the process of choosing the right coach, emphasizing the importance of aligning goals, expertise, and communication style. Emmet's decision to move on from his coach highlights the necessity of finding a coach aligned with new goals. Takeaways Choosing the right coach is crucial The importance of walking the walk as a coach Effective communication is key in coaching At...

The first of many. Join us as we delve into the daily routines and challenges faced by coaches, clients and athletes. The discussion moves on to the fulfilment of coaching and its impact on clients. We also jump into the pressure and expectations in training, as well as the importance of the journey versus the destination in fitness and coaching; With a touch of Gaegile at the end. Takeaways Passi...