PMPC231- Zack Kramer from Breather-Fit
The Power Monkey Podcast
It has become a well-accepted idea that breathwork can improve health, enhance athletic performance, and even help those with mental health issues. There are so many protocols and devices that it can be overwhelming to know where to begin. The idea of Respiratory Muscle Training is the foundation of them all, and it's what Breather-Fit does best. Like training any other body part in the gym, the stronger and more within your control the muscles responsible for your breathing are, the more capable you will be to use them in the way that suits you and your goals best. The Breather is the...
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PMPC230 - Shane DeFreitas: Power Monkey Coach
The Power Monkey Podcast
Shane has such a long list of accolades that it would be silly to list them here. Not only is Shane a 1996 Gymnastic Olympian, but he has a skill on the Parallel Bars named after him! Lucky for us, Shane has been on the Power Monkey Camp coaching staff for over a decade. Most recently, he has been taking on coaching at our weekend courses for us as well. We had a great conversation with him about what he sees as common themes and issues among athletes in the functional fitness space who are trying to learn and improve their gymnastics. Shane's IG: ••••• This episode is brought...
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PMPC230 - Shane DeFreitas: Power Monkey Coach
The Power Monkey Podcast
Shane has such a long list of accolades that it would be silly to list them here. Not only is Shane a 1996 Gymnastic Olympian, but he has a skill on the Parallel Bars named after him! Lucky for us, Shane has been on the Power Monkey Camp coaching staff for over a decade. Most recently, he has been taking on coaching at our weekend courses for us as well. We had a great conversation with him about what he sees as common themes and issues among athletes in the functional fitness space who are trying to learn and improve their gymnastics. Shane's IG: ••••• This episode is brought...
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PMPC229 - Hood to Coast 2024
The Power Monkey Podcast
For the second year in a row, a group of Power Monkeys decided to get together out in Oregon to take part in the 200-mile relay race that is: The Hood to Coast". We ran through the night for over 30 hours to tackle this race, and we did it to raise money for the Power Monkey Educational Foundation, which partners with awesome organizations doing incredible work within their communities so that we offer scholarships to bring their community members to the Power Monkey Camp. We loved everything about this race, the experience, the people, the views, and the purpose behind it all. If you would...
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PMPC228 - Wyatt Ewing, Founder of Ice Barrel
The Power Monkey Podcast
Wyatt used to suffer from debilitating anxiety. A friend at the gym suggested that he try cold exposure therapy. To Wyatt's surprise, the benefits he experienced were enormous, launching a passion project that he turned into a very successful company: Ice Barrel.Today Wyatt is doing all he can to spread the word about the benefits of ice baths. This includes consistently refining their company's barrel design to be ever more efficient, as well as spending years on the design and fabrication of the most efficient chiller and filter on the market. Listen in as Wyatt's passion comes through in...
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PMPC227 - Tasia Percevecz: Wonderfully Made
The Power Monkey Podcast
Tasia is an incredible athlete with a background in gymnastics before heading to compete at the CrossFit Games as an individual and as part of Team CrossFit Mayhem Freedom alongside Rich Froning, where they won the Affiliate Cup multiple times. These days Tasia is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner focused on her new company: Wonderfully Made. Through Wonderfully Made, Tasia is helping women form healthier relationships with food, and improve their body image. Check out: Tasia's IG: @tasiapercevecz ••••• EPISODE SPONSORED BY: Cold water therapy is one of the fastest,...
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PMPC226 - Getting Your First Handstand Push-Up
The Power Monkey Podcast
Going from being unable to do any Handstand Push-ups to getting your first can feel impossible. This is why we are spending an entire episode discussing pitfalls, opportunities, progressions, and our journeys on the subject. We promise there is something in here for everyone...even those of you who can already do one. If you are currently working on getting your first Handstand Push-up, then check out the Power Monkey Training app, we have a plan in there that is specifically targeted to get you there. And the first month is free when you sign up. •••• This episode is SPONSORED...
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PMPC225 - Using Sauna to Level Up, with Peter Nelson
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If you are not familiar with the performance and health benefits of Sauna's, then you will want to give this episode a listen. Sisu Sauna Co-Founder, Peter Nelson not only has a wealth of knowledge to share on the subject, but he is also an excellent case study for the Sauna's ability to assist in recovery and performance enhancement. Peter just won the inaugural Antarctic 50k Ultra Endurance race. There is so much good information AND inspiration within this episode, we hope that you enjoy it. Sisu's IG: @sisu_sauna Peter's IG: @peternelsonii •••• This episode is brought to you by...
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PMPC224 - Get Your First Pull-Up
The Power Monkey Podcast
If you weren't a gymnast growing up, then you might feel like getting a pull-up as an adult is impossible. We have proof that is a lie! Listen in as we discuss the tools and mindset necessary to get yourself above that bar. And WHY being able to do a pull-up is important for everyone, not just competitive athletes. Most importantly, we talk about how the Power Monkey Training app can put all of the resources needed, at your fingertips to get started today. Signup for a Free Trial at •••• This episode is brought to you by Sisu Sauna. Sauna and contrast therapy offers a natural and...
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PMPC223: Wild Health - Medicine 2.0
The Power Monkey Podcast
Is the healthcare system doing its best to keep people healthy, or is it more about taking reactionary measures once you are already sick? Dr. Matt Dawson is the founder of Wild Health, a precision medicine company that provides medical services and lifestyle coaching aimed at preventing sickness from taking hold. Working with patients to understand their genetic makeup, biomarkers, and current lifestyle choices allows the physicians to create plans that work for the patient, and get them OFF of medication, out of the doctor's office, and actively enjoying life. Use code: POWERMONKEY...
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With that in mind, we do have some guiding principles and rationale that support what we coach our athletes to do, depending on their goals and application.
Listen in as Head Weightlifting Coach, Mike Cerbus breaks it all down for us.
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