Ben Wise

The Fitness Movement

Health EN ↓ 330 episodes

The Fitness Movement cuts through the noise. No fluff. No filler—just training talk that gets results. With decades of hands-on coaching experience, we help you separate what works from what doesn’t, so you can grow into a smarter, more capable athlete and coach.

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Ben Wise

Episodes

Kyle Ruth on Respiratory Physiology with Practical Training Applications [Ep.205] 28.10.2025 34:40

Kyle & Ben discuss ways to progress athletes towards optimal breathing, from expanding tidal volume (depth of breaths) to maximizing respiratory frequency (breath rate). » Respiratory Roundtable [Ep.191]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMt5Hjf7zjY&t » Breathe Way Better with Kyle Ruth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhr1u23gw20&t » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/f5BSJM2TY4Q » Vie...

How Much Volume is Necessary to Improve? [Ep.204] 21.10.2025 53:59

In this episode, Ben & Day discuss things we've changed our mind on in recent years as it related to coaching & programming. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7eduBUXemxQ » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram:...

Ben Wise On The Movement Mindset Podcast 17.10.2025 44:40

Chris Hardenberg interviews Ben on the Movement Mindset Podcast powered by Station Athletics. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/65cFmCO9d4o » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Supp...

Give Me 13 Minutes & I'll Upgrade Your Coaching [Ep.203] 14.10.2025 13:41

These 3 Things Are Requirements to Be a Great Coach: (1) You Have To Be Excited to do the Job Well (2) You Have To Be Learning (3) You Have to Have Dedicated Yourself To Something (4) BONUS: You Have to Stay the Course » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6WZrbGxNhFk » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://ww...

"Two By Fifteen" | Handstand Walks & Rope Climbs 09.10.2025 14:32

"Two By Fifteen" AMRAP 15:00 -80 GHD Sit-Ups -40 Lateral BBJO 24/20" ... Max Rounds in Remainder -2 Rope Climb 15ft -2 Handstand Walks 15ft » View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/G07-mqhqxPc » Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitn...

"I have so much to learn. I love it." | Trista Gair & Heidi Urbanski [Ep.202] 07.10.2025 42:08

What allows some people to stay consistent while others fall off? These ladies have found what works for them and have results to show for it. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FI_oWfoYHd4 » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Inst...

Stop Doing EMOMs. Do This Instead. [Ep.201] 30.09.2025 12:19

The EMOM is a great tool, but it has it limitations. Learn what I like to use in place of them to build sport-specific capacity. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Xzid5LkOf-Y » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https:/...

Trent Woolcock, Doctor of Physical Therapy [Ep.200] 23.09.2025 46:05

Hear how Trenton Woolcock, DPT helps athletes recover from injury and perform at their best through Physical Therapy and Performance Coaching. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oHoDoVBrO-Q » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Insta...

"Barbell Beep Test" | Clean & Jerks 'Til Failure 18.09.2025 5:13

"Barbell Beep Test" Perform 1 Clean & Jerk, Until Failure *Elite: 225/155lb *Rx: 185/125lb *Intermediate: 135/95lb *Scaled: 95/65lb (do not use more than 70%) » View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/AgkH9G3jv70 » Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.inst...

CrossFit Games Athlete: What Does It Take? 11.09.2025 1:05:07

» View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Support the show

Evaluating Readiness to Train 03.09.2025 28:42

"Jerry-Rig" | Run, Row & Lift 28.08.2025 14:52

"Jerry-Rig" [30:00 / 32:00 Clock] For Time -1mi Run -2k Row -1mi Run ... Find 1RM Shoulder-to-Overhead in Remainder » View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/3pOmvNIs1l8 » Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Support the show

The Art of Breath with Rob Wilson 26.08.2025 59:50

103 Mile Ultra Run: Kara Hahn on the Eastern States 100 [Ep.199] 21.08.2025 32:22

Kara debriefs her experience of a 100+ mile ultra trail running race, from fueling to the high's and low's of the 33 hour event. » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Support...

Run Frequency vs. Session Mileage for Building Volume [Ep.198] 19.08.2025 50:49

Coach Day Munoz & Ben Wise talk about how to optimally progressing running volume and frequency related to your goals and fitness level. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gA-r--JFbN4 » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagr...

Using Machines to Improve Strength for CrossFit Athletes [Ep.197] 12.08.2025 14:12

Learn about the top 3 machines I use when programming for my CrossFit Athletes. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/prfxy8VOXFU » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Support the show

"Xerxes" | Deadlifts & Wall Walk Complexes 07.08.2025 7:18

"Xerxes" AMRAP 6 Min -2...4...6... Deadlift 315/205lb -1...2...3... Inversion Complex *one complex: wall walk + wf hspu » View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/vbRaONBfeco » Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Support the show

Talking Shop: Zones vs. Pace, RPE vs. Percentages [Ep.196] 25.07.2025 50:11

Day and Ben discuss the best methods for build aerobic capacity and endurance for athletes. » Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy3rUWXhVEtOp3g2EiBXpzn9qPz7BFTTz » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: h...

MetCon Rush Programming: Brian Friend, Cam Burke, Tim Kellinger [Ep.195] 18.07.2025 1:35:07

The guys jump on the show to debrief the 2025 MetCon Rush events, elite athlete performances, and 10 years on the competition. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Wc4zhikCq0o » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://ww...

"Equalizer" | Paige Marion vs. Brennan Schardt 17.07.2025 22:16

"Equalizer" For Time (30:00 Cap) 1:30 Sandbag Bear Hug Hold 150/100lb ... 3 Rounds -75 Double Under -15 Toes-to-Bar -10 Front Squats 155/105lb ... 3 Rounds -75 Double Under -15 Toes-to-Bar -10 Shoulder-to-Overhead 155/105lb ... 300' Sandbag Bear Hug Carry 150/100lb » View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/h5m0VFWQ5MU » Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs:...

Paige Marion [Ep.194] 15.07.2025 34:08

ZOAR Athlete Paige Marion sits down with her coach, Ben Wise, to talk about her background and goals with CrossFit. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-mCe2Gr_2xI » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram...

How To Train the Core for Improved Performance 08.07.2025 24:59

Matt Wiebke: Year of the Engine Programming Creator 03.07.2025 59:49

From training for fiber types & developing aerobic capacity to building an engine for MetCons and Max Power, we cover it all. Matt Wiebke is coach in the CrossFit community who has become well known for helping his clients develop incredible conditioning. He has gone to the CrossFit Games as a Masters Athlete and has worked with many high level competitors in the Sport. His company is The Gain...

Training vs. Workout Out | When to Flip the Switch [Ep.193] 01.07.2025 25:47

Ben & Chris discuss the differences between working out and training and how to approach each to maximize your fitness gains. » Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qTOso6-Zwts » View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ » Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https:/...

"Crash & Burn" | A 100's Chipper Workout 26.06.2025 14:29

"Crash & Burn" For Time (25:00 / 27:00 Cap) -100 Calorie BikeErg -100 Toes-to-Bar -100 DB Step-Up 50/35lb, 24/20" -100 Vertical Jump 15/12" *level 2 :75 Reps Each *level 3: 50 Reps Each » View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/0Q3cVrfEMcE » Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ » Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ » Follow ZOAR F...