On this episode of the Get Better Project I have the privilage of taking with CrossFit Games Champion and coach of CrossFit Games athletes, James FitzGerald of OPEX!
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Resources and links mentioned in this podcast
– James’ CrossFit Profile
– James’ Instagram profile
– OPEXFit.com
Show notes
Questions for James FitzGerald:
* What’s your story (I love getting to know what made you the way you are) – where did you grow up – did you play sports – etc.
* How did you get into fitness?
* How long have you been doing crossfit (and coaching), and have you been competitive about it the whole time?
* What are your current goals (fitness/ coaching/life goals)?
* How many hours a day do you spend training (or recommend athletes spend training)?
* How much of this is accessory/mobility work, vs running, vs strength?
* What is your favorite recovery method (or methods) that you think gives you the most benefit?
* How would you explain your preferred dietary habits?
* How often do you “cheat” on your diet?
* Do you like any supplements?
* What experiments have you tried in the past (diet, training modalities, recovery, etc) that did or didn’t work for you?
* What aspects of being a high level athlete/coach are the most difficult for you?
* What aspects are the most fun?
* Have you ever been injured (or had to deal with your athletes being injured)?
* Do you ever feel like giving up? And if so, what keeps you going when you feel like quitting?
* What do you do in life outside the gym/trail/road (work, family, business, etc.)?
* When someone asks you about advice on getting to the Games, what do you tell them?
* Is there anything that you think is important for listeners to know that we didn’t already talk about?
* How can people find and follow you? Self promote the heck out of yourself!
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