Shoulders Above The Rest Radio
Shoulders Above The Rest Radio is the podcast of Big Shoulders CrossFit in Elmhurst, IL. It's for anyone looking to elevate their health and fitness to their personal best. Join us as we discuss CrossFit, nutrition, coaching, programming, and more! If you're interested in our remote coaching services like 1-on-1 nutrition coaching or personalized programming, email brendan@bigshoulderscrossfit.com for more info!
Episodes
19 episodes
Luke Crumley on His Journey with Fitness and Sobriety - A MUST LISTEN!
In this episode, I got to sit down and chat with Coach Luke about how he got started at BSCF and his journey to sobriety.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:10:52
How To Optimize Your Workouts For The Best Possible Results
Ever wondered how you can get the most out of your hour at BSCF? Wonder no more! Coach Brendan takes you through the best way to optimize your workout and make long-term progress happen faster!
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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20:09
The Science of Scaling a WOD
On this episode, Coach Brendan discusses the science of WHY you should scale a workout in order to make more rapid progress.
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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19:06
The 3 Step Process To Improve Your Squat, Reduce Back Pain, and Increase Shoulder Range of Motion!
In this episode, Coach Brendan sits down with Dr. Shelby Wall of Complete Muscle recovery to discuss how to best mobilize tight joints, reduce pain and prevent injuries.Dr. Shelby lays out the 3 step process she uses to help her clients...
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56:37
The Chase For The Cup Episode 1 - What is the Dallas Cup Championship and The CrossFit Open?
In this episode, coach Brendan discusses the Dallas Cup Championship, The CrossFit Open, and what can be expected from both!BSCF members can sign up for the Dallas Cup Championship here:
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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13:39
Making Health A Priority, Raising Kids With Healthy Habits, and More! A conversation with Tanya Chwojko
What's up SATR crew!In today's episode, I called Tanya Chwojko and we discussed how she got started into CrossFit, how the benefits of CrossFit made working out a non-negotiable for her, and how her upbringing around food has impacted h...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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42:59
The Secret To Success For Getting In Shape
In this episode, Coach Brendan discusses the two main principles that are needed to successfully get in shape, and stay in shape!
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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10:18
Improve Your Health and Fitness With The 800g Challenge
Today I sit down with Coach Dana to discuss the 800g challenge that we'll be doing here at Big Shoulders CrossFit starting January 24th. Dana has been doing it already for 2 weeks and shares her experience so far, as well as her tips to success...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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25:20
Ethan Freedman - On Body Image, Tracking What You Eat, and Advice on Starting A New Diet
It's the New Year, and with that comes lots of resolutions and goals revolving around diet and exercise. I sat down with Coach Ethan recently to discuss how he started CrossFit and why, how nutrition has made a big difference in his life, and g...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:00:45
What's Your Training Age?
Coach Brendan discusses what your training age is, and how that carries over to some people seemingly picking up CrossFit effortlessly, while others may struggle.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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14:31
Heavy Days - Why They're Important For Your Fitness
In this episode of Shoulders Above The Rest Radio, Coach Brendan discusses the value of heavy days in a programming cycle, and how they can help you with your metcon performance, as well as their place in helping you build strength.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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11:59
Coach Julia on How CrossFit Changed Her Life
In this episode, I sit down with Coach Julia and we discuss how she got started with CrossFit, how squatting 100-lbs made her realize she could do better in life, how her years of music have helped her as a coach and athlete, and much, much mor...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:06:41
John Levy on Patience, Consistency, and Getting Results
Today's episode is with 2-year member John Levy, who has been able to apply some life lessons towards his health and fitness allowing him to see amazing results without sacrificing his quality of life. He says the secret to his success is patie...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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55:21
Overcoming Adversity, Anxiety, and Achieving More Than She Ever Through Possible. A Conversation with Lauryn Fisherkeller.
In today's episode I sit down and chat with member Lauryn Fisherkeller. We actually were meeting to discuss marketing strategies she’s been wanting to share with me for the gym, and at the start we ended up discussing how she started doing C...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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29:42
Talking Murph, and Why I'm Stepping Away From Programming
In this episode, coach Brendan sits down to discuss the workout Murph, what it is and why it's done, as well as how to modify it if need be.Sign up for your heat now on Push Press!He also goes into the new programming track that...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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27:30
The Vaccine. Is it safe? Is it effective? What are the risks?
In today's episode, I sit down with Valerie Battisti, PA, and talk about the COVID-19 vaccine.We discuss common concerns about the vaccine, whether it's safe, how effective it is, and whether there might be long-term side effects.
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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51:01
The Story of Big Shoulders CrossFit
This is Shoulders Above The Rest Radio, a podcast for those looking to elevate their health and fitness to its highest levels. We will discuss all things training, programming, CrossFit, nutrition, recovery, and much much more. SATRR is the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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31:13