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

Programming a CrossFit Competition Simulation // Do’s & Don'ts [Ep.126] 02.01.2024 20:55

I walk through my 5 step process for creating simulations (mock comps) for the individual design athletes I coach. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZlzOLKifzs 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.insta...

"Not Nate" | A Strict Ring Muscle-Up Workout 28.12.2023 20:49

"Not Nate" AMRAP 20:00 -2 Strict Ring Muscle-Up -4 Wall Facing HSPU -7 Russian KB Swings 70/53lb View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/Ri-fAAiUPBw Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ Submit Your Score: https://zoarfitness.com/tng/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Sup...

What I Look For In a Future CrossFit Games Athlete [Ep.125] 26.12.2023 13:52

Learn what physical traits I keep an eye out for as a coach when looking for the next champion in the Sport of CrossFit. 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 Fitn...

Gymnastics vs. Weightlifting Tests | Maximizing Bodyweight Performances [Ep.124] 19.12.2023 32:37

Learn how to warm-up to maximize your performance on gymnastics based AMRAPs and similar bodyweight tests. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zvQs_EPsT4c 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/ S...

"Hinge Party" | Sandbag, KB Snatch & GHDs 14.12.2023 15:51

View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/zr-nvJwklCU Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ Submit Your Score: https://zoarfitness.com/tng/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Support the show

The Best Way to Find a Max | 1 Rep vs. AMRAP [Ep.123] 12.12.2023 43:21

Learn the best way to build to a 1RM or Rep Max whether in Olympic Weightlifting (snatch + clean & jerk) or Powerlifting (squat, bench, deadlift). Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/l6K5bLVoBvE 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...

Programming for Athleticism in CrossFit [Ep.122] 07.12.2023 24:52

In this episode I go over 5 skill work priorities with real examples of programming from my athlete’s designs. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/khboYjNlhaY 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/zoarfitnes...

Building Athleticism for the Skill-Limited CrossFit Athlete [Ep.121] 05.12.2023 30:00

Let’s talk about how to improve your ability to learn new skills and progress them to a high level of proficiency. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3ch3g6A0ykE 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/zoarfi...

"Dear Dave" | Ring Dips & Overhead Squats [The Name Game] 30.11.2023 16:29

"Dear Dave" For Time (15 Min Cap) 1 → 10 -Ring Dip -Overhead Squat 115/85lb View the Video Version: https://youtu.be/TGghSiv1uXc Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ Submit Your Score: https://zoarfitness.com/tng/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/ Support the show

Is It Time for Double Session Days? | AM & PM Workouts [Ep.120] 28.11.2023 46:53

When is it time to increase your training volume by adding a second workout into your schedule? Let’s help you decide! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N4mfxF4qaI4 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/z...

Rhonda & Andrew Weymer On Their First Weightlifting Meet [Ep.119] 21.11.2023 42:45

Learn how this mother son duo prepared and hit new platform bests in the snatch, clean & jerk, and total. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wTUqr_888nQ 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...

The Name Game: Purpose, Structure, & The Workout 16.11.2023 24:23

"A-Scent" For Time (20:00 Cap) 9-15-21 -Bar-Facing Burpee -Deadlift 195/125lb -Box Jump Over 24/20" ... 6-9-12 -Bench Press 195/125lb -Deadlift 335/215lb -Box Jump Over 40/33" » Watch the Video Version: https://youtu.be/5ZHW4ALI3kw » Submit Your Score: https://zoarfitness.com/tng/ » Hire a Coach: https://zoarfitness.com/coach/ Support the show

Priority Training Days Discussion | CrossFit Programming [Ep.118] 14.11.2023 31:47

Learn how you can maximize your productive training volume while continuing to improve upon your limiters & weaknesses. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xSuOD_ImJDk 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....

Dante Rebelo & Marco Enriquez on Competing in CrossFit While Working Full Time [Ep.117] 07.11.2023 1:21:36

Learn how to get the most out of your training while also being a high-achieving professional in your career... Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0XtD5MT3Epo 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/zoarfitne...

Lydia Slade: Helicopter Pilot, Air Force Veteran, Mother [Ep.116] 31.10.2023 56:40

Learn how Lydia lost 50 pounds and gained her confidence back with the help of Stacey Kadenas & Lumber Capital Athletics. Join Stacey's Bootcamp: https://lumbercapital.fit/shop/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3ZCMlZ-7LcA?si=FOl_cSwfgCRBSjZ0 View All Episodes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/pr...

Davis Merrill & Riley Stoltzfus on Pursuing Competitive CrossFit as a Career [Ep.115] 24.10.2023 45:03

Join our discussion on what it takes to make it as a professional CrossFit athlete. How fit do you need to be? How much does social media play a role? Let’s dive in… 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....

Vegetable Medley: A Different Kind of Fitness Test [Ep.114] 17.10.2023 16:59

These five simple tests are a great indicator of what is needed to be a well-rounded CrossFit athlete. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jblw3KiczHk 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/ Suppo...

I (Almost) Quit CrossFit. [Ep.113] 10.10.2023 6:03

I almost quit CrossFit. I had my new goals mapped out. But I didn’t. And you’ll never guess what I did instead. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eQL-ZrY5l0s 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/zoarfitne...

Michael & Halle Melendez on Balancing Married Life & Fitness [Ep.112] 03.10.2023 42:51

I sit down with ZOAR Athlete Michael Melendez and his wife, Halle, to discuss how they support each others goals while balancing busy schedules and career goals. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FYNlVrqRXSE Browse Previous Shows: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/ Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ Follow ZOAR Fit...

111: Building the Ideal CrossFit Athlete "From Scratch" 26.09.2023 24:46

Learn what athletic development should look like for a child, a teen, or an athlete with a bit more experience under their belt. Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/111/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RNP9Y3F-mwk Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://w...

110: Exercise Induced Pain: Coping Mechanism 19.09.2023 54:18

How do you get mentally geared up for painful bouts of work? What strategies do you find yourself leaning on most frequently? How does it change in short vs. long workouts? Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/110/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy3rUWXhVEtOp3g2EiBXpzn9qPz7BFTTz Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ Shop Programs: https://www...

109: Modulating Intensity in Training for CrossFit 12.09.2023 16:40

Stop always going max effort, and learn how to regulate how hard you are going in your CrossFit Mixed Work and MetCons with these tools. Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/109/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9vfReq1Mco4 Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: h...

108: Is CrossFit Dangerous? [The Great Debate] 05.09.2023 31:33

The ZOAR Coaches discuss controversial questions like... Is competitive CrossFit healthy? Are group fitness classes best? Should everyday people compete in CrossFit? Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/F6bXe4dXoEI Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/108/ Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads/ Follow...

107: Programming Radio: MetCon Rush Comp Prep Cycle 29.08.2023 27:05

Watch me build out programming & explain my competition prep training cycle for MetCon Rush elite division. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bpypZVDdrjo 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

106: Strength & Conditioning for Triathlon Training (ft. Dayannara Muñoz) 22.08.2023 43:31

Learn what supplemental strength work should look like for a triathlete, whether you're in off-season mode or approaching race day. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DRg02Zl1TQU Triathlon to CrossFit: 6 Lessons Learned: https://www.zoarfitness.com/post/triathlon-to-crossfit/ Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/ Shop Programs: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product-category/downloads...