The Fitness Movement
Ben Wise
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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Sep 20, 2022 • 38min
068: We're Opening a CrossFit Gym in Williamsport (ft. Stacey Kadenas)
Ben & Stacey sit down to talk about the challenges & rewards of opening a functional training facility in 2022. We dive into lease negotiations, location, partnerships, programming, and more!Lumber Capital Athletics Website: https://lumbercapital.fit/Lumber Capital Athletics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lumbercapital/Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/068/Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vPVp2l05YKcHire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
Sep 6, 2022 • 1h 4min
067: Weightlifting Coach Roundtable with Jeff Baltimore & Kyle Fields
In this episode we discuss everything from developing maximal strength and true 1RM potential to navigating injuries and mechanical distress in the Oly lifts. Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/067/Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/b4QZVYQNMFYHire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
Aug 30, 2022 • 54min
066: Ken Scherdell, 6th Fittest 65+ Year Old in the World
Kenneth Scherdell is a Masters CrossFit Games Athlete, Fitness Coach, Entrepreneur, Professional Carpenter, Former Chaplain, and overall a true Renaissance man.Support the show
Aug 23, 2022 • 25min
065: ZOAR Athlete Camp Overview
Reserve Your Spot: https://zoarfitness.com/camps/Chris & Ben discuss what the weekend of camp will entail, from key learnings and athlete hangouts to detailed breakdowns of each of the four training sessions.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iVh6QlCdI0MListen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/065/Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
Aug 9, 2022 • 17min
064: Training Injury Prone Athletes
Learn what causes some athletes to be prone to injuries and what you can do about it from a program design perspective.Sign Up for Pro & View the Full Article Here: https://www.zoarfitness.com/post/training-injury-prone-athletes-pro/Watch the Video Version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuKHfI3D8ioHire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
Jul 19, 2022 • 47min
063: Season 3 Finale: Listener Q&A
From Training Post-Covid to Strength Benchmark Testing to My Competitive Aspirations...this episode has a little something for everyone!Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy3rUWXhVEtP6kFMVi7FVRmlnKWdsef60Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
Jul 5, 2022 • 1h 26min
062: Bart Orth, The 15th Fittest 45-49 Year Old on the Planet
Ben sits down with Bart to talk through his 2022 training year priorities and his experiences competing in the CrossFit season through the Open, Quarterfinals and Semifinals.Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMrD8v_If_0Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
Jun 28, 2022 • 40min
061: The Art of Competing
Others want it, Champions have it. Learn how to maximize your CrossFit performance and live up to your potential on the competition floor when it matters most.Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7plbauiJa0UHire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
Jun 21, 2022 • 58min
060: Justin LoFranco, Morning Chalk Up CEO & Founder
Justin discusses what allowed Morning Chalk Up to become the go-to source for athletes, coaches and community members seeking CrossFit information, news and media.Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/060/Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SUU4ywnqCUIHire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
Jun 14, 2022 • 45min
059: How Temperature, Thermoregulation, Heat & Cold Impact Performance
The body has limitations to it's heating & cooling capacity. Today we dive into the physiology of temperature regulation and how to train yourself to handle the heat & cold.Listen with Show Notes: https://zoarfitness.com/podcast/059/Hire a Coach: https://www.zoarfitness.com/coach/Get Pro [Upgrade Your Fitness Knowledge]: https://zoarfitness.com/pro/The Protocol [Weekly Programming]: https://zoarfitness.com/theprotocol/Movement Breakdowns: https://www.zoarfitness.com/movements/Gymnastics Density University: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-university/Gymnastics Density for the Big Five: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/gymnastics-density-for-crossfit/Bulletproof Body: Accessory Work for Functional Fitness: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/bulletproof-body/Cyclical Supremacy: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/cyclical-supremacy/Your First Muscle-Up: https://www.zoarfitness.com/product/your-first-muscle-up-program/Follow ZOAR Fitness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoarfitness/Support the show
