The C3Method Podcast

655 - Training - Head Placement vs Neck Alignment

When performing big lifts such as the squat and deadlift, the positioning of one's head is an often debated topic.  In today's podcast we take a deeper look into this debate and provide a way for YOU to find YOUR best position!

654 - Nutrition - Tracking Protein vs Carbs & Fats

In today's podcast we discuss why protein is often tracked in grams per day whereas carbs and fats are often tracked in calories towards a daily total.  We also discuss the importance of timing when it comes to protein and how to decide per meal whether you should focus on carbs or fats to go along with the protein.

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#21 – Nutrition – Carbs – Good or Bad?
#29 – Nutrition – If I Eat Fat Will I Get Fat?
#33 – Nutrition – How Much Protein Do I Need?
#277 - Nutrition - Setting Up a Meal Plan

653 - Trainer Education - IG Live Session - 06-24-2020

In today's podcast we join an IG Live Session that is hosted every week on Brutal Iron Gym's Instagram account.  In this session we cover the process of muscle damage, the effects of food digestion rates on aesthetics and cravings, and how to correctly select an exercise substitute.

652 - Mindset - Screw Genetics

What do you want to accomplish?  What do you want to achieve?  Think you don't have the right genetics for it?  Think again!!!  In today's podcast we share my journey and how I beat genetics, and we share the secrets that'll help you do the same!!!

651 - Training - How Often Should You Train?

In today's podcast we discuss factors that contribute to training frequency; how often you should train.  We discuss factors for different goals, additional factors that can help personalize frequency to your preferences and needs, and provide tips on how to modify frequency on your own.

650 - Nutrition - Body Weight Effects from Carbohydrates and Sodium

"I always lose fat when I cut out carbs"... "I always gain fat when I eat carbs"... "Carbs make me fat"... These statements are FALSE!!!  In today's podcast we discuss why!  We discuss the effects of carbohydrate and sodium manipulation on body weight vs body fat.

649 - Trainer Education - Client Programming Assistance Service

In today's podcast we discuss a new service!  We've been working with large gyms to help develop their training staff and provide assistance with specialty clients; clients who's needs are unique and require a higher level of experience and education than what the current training staff of the facility can offer.  Our service not only provides help for that client but also guidance and education for the training staff so, in the future, they can work with these specialty cases confidently on their own.  This is a great way to educate a training staff quickly and efficiently and ensure high quality results leading to greater client retention rate and breadth of clientele potential.

648 - Mindset - Practicing Patience for Others

In today's podcast we provide 3 "patience practice pointers" that can help you develop greater patience for others.  We also discuss how to handle communication with others when you're ready to address the issue.

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#67 – Mindset – THINK Before You Speak

647 - Training - Breathing During Exercise

In today's podcast we discuss how to breath during exercise including one rep maxes, heavy sets of resistance training, high intensity interval training, and even longer duration endurance training.

646 - Nutrition - The Whole 30 Diet - Review & Advice

In a recent IG Live session we were asked questions about The Whole 30 Diet so we decided to dive a little deeper into the topic and create this podcast.  We discuss the pros and cons of the diet and give advice on how to make the diet work for you!

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#113 – Nutrition – Self-Punishment Cycles
#406 – Nutrition – Short Term vs Long Term Success

645 - Trainer Education - Solving Problems of Business Growth

In part of my work I counsel other trainers and gym owners in regards to business development.  A common challenge in business is actually when the business is growing and the demands are increasing... how do we handle these demands successfully?

644 - Mindset - Breathe... What Can I Do Right Now?

When we're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, anxious, when life isn't going the way we want.  What can we do?  Stop, breathe, and ask yourself "What can I do right now?"  In today's podcast we discuss the power of that question and what possibilities it can open up for us!

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#367 – Training – Urgent vs Important
#596 – Mindset – Calming the Whirlwind

643 - Training - How to Manage Over-Training

In today's podcast we cover 3 signs of over-training as well as 3 ways to manage it.  These 3 ways can be used to either ensure you don't experience it or used to address it if you're currently experiencing it.

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#225 – Nutrition – Recovery – Food or Sleep?
#237 – Nutrition – Nutrition Concepts for Strength Athletes
#241 – Nutrition – Nutrition Concepts for Aesthetic Athletes
#325 – Nutrition – Nutrition Concepts for Endurance Athletes
#376 – Mindset – Improving Sleep Quality

642 - Nutrition - Nutrition Diary Review

In today's podcast we review a recent nutrition diary from a current client.  We discuss what was good and what may need corrected.  This is a great real world opportunity to learn what's most important and impactful in our nutritional choices.

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#153 – How Many Calories Do I Need
#181 – Training – Using Muscle Damage for Fat Loss 
#195 – Nutrition – What to Eat Per Meal
#566 – Nutrition – Liquid Meal Replacements

641 - Trainer Education - Training Rehab Clients

In today's podcast we discuss knowledge resources and common treatment concepts focused towards addressing physical limitations that often hinder training progress and results.

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#513 – Trainer Education – Ghost Writing – Programming Information
#611 – Training – Rehab and Corrective Therapy – You Don’t Have to Live in Pain

640 - Mindset - When is an Excuse Valid?

In a recent IG Live session I was asked this question... "When is an excuse valid?"  In today's podcast we take a deeper look at this question and discuss when is the reason why we don't do what we should do something that we should address or dismiss?

639 - Training - Movers and Stabilizers

While performing exercises some muscles are the movers of the exercise and others are the stabilizers.  Understanding these different roles can help unlock new ways to produce greater and more efficient results

638 - Nutrition - Calm Down

When wanting to make changes to our lives we all gravitate towards extremes.  How can I get what I want as fast as possible?  But, the processes that answer the question of fast results don't lead to sustained results.  What's gained quickly is lost quickly.  We need to instead focus on small daily habits which even though small can lead to the biggest changes.

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#602 – Nutrition – Don’t Skip Breakfast

637 - Trainer Education - Why Teach Why

In today's podcast we discuss the benefits of knowing the why's of what you're doing in your training not only for personal trainers but for the client themselves.

Past Podcasts Referenced:
#513 – Trainer Education – Ghost Writing – Programming Information
#525 – Trainer Education – Ghost Writing for Nutrition Clients

 

636 - Mindset - Do Your Actions Match Your Words

What do you say you want?  You have goals, you have dreams, you have things in your life you want to be different, to be better, to make a change to... you say you want these things.  But, what do your actions say?  Do your actions match your words?