Iron Diaries Podcast

On the previous episode, we spoke about finding your unique "sweet spot" with fitness. On this episode, we aim to give you some food for thought about your own "sweet spot" in the kitchen.

What foods give you the edge? Is this something you've ever thought about? Have you followed a diet in the past that has left you feeling flat and can't figure out why?

We're here to help guide...

During many of our interviews with fellow fitness pros, we've touched on the phenomenon of intuitive training. This is partly understanding what's the right level of fitness for you based on your lifestyle and your goals. In this episode, we go deeper into this idea. Everybody has a "sweet spot" when it comes to phyisical activity and our aim is to help you find yours.

You'll come away with a bette...

If your co-workers signed up for an obstacle race that's going to take place in 6 weeks, would you be able to get yourself in competitive shape to join them? Most people would need 12 weeks to get to 6 weeks out. Riley from Conviction Fitness in Regina Saskatchewan hopped on the podcast for a return visit with Chris to chat about GPP or general physical preparedness and they're going to help you figure out what you need t...

Matt takes this solo opportunity to reflect on the many recent changes he's been through personally and professionally. 

We can all benefit from hearing about how others have successfully navigated the storms they've faced in their lives. Give a listen to find out what Matt considers sound advice for anyone approaching changes in their lives.

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Caz Taback joined us to share his journey as a cancer survivor, gym owner and father.

We had a great chat about how Caz's passion for helping people lead healthier lifestyles and giving back to his community has lead to an annual charity event held for pediatric oncology, called Kettlebells for Cancer.

For more about Caz and the Sudbury Kettlebell Club email info@sudburykettlebellclub.com or visit www.sudbu...

The superdads sit down to take a second to reflect on the first 25 episodes. What have been some of the biggest takeaways? What have been the highlights that have stood out the most?
Listen in as Matt and Chris rehash some memorable moments from guests and share their impressions on the early days of the podcast.

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What an honor it was to sit down with the one and only Mike Krivka. He is a kilt wearing, karate chopping, Batman fanatic as well as a Master RKC, who has taught kettlebells in the Washington, DC area for the last twenty years. 

He owns and operates CrossFit Koncepts, which is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. He is also a martial artist with over 45 years of experience and is a full instructor under Guro Dan Inosanto (Br...

There was just too much gold to mine in a single episode. 

So for your listening pleasure, please enjoy this continuation of our chat with Master RKC Mike Krivka.

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First responders may face heroic tasks at the drop of hat and it makes perfect sense that their fitness programming would reflect these unique needs. Amber Bowman from Fit By Fire joins the dads to share how she prepares first responders to be resilient to face those tasks and live to fight another day.

Amber shares her journey through elite level hockey to multiple firefighting challenge championships on the World stage. ...

The physical, mental and emotional toll nurses and all other healthcare workers take on is challenging at the best of times. Never mind what they're currently going through with the Covid-19 pandemic.

The dads sit down for a very important chat with nurse and RKC instructor Michelle Henry about the role strength training and even just a movement practice has on the mental and physical health of health care workers.

The dads are getting deep into the why of functional training and more so, the why of kettlebell training.

Ever ask yourself "why do I train"? Or "why do I care to get stronger"? Matt and Chris offer up some insight into these questions and more. Don't miss this one.

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Matt and Chris were very lucky to sit down with a true disciple of Physical Culture Kelly Manzone. 

As a veteran coach of fitness and conditioning, Kelly enlightened the dads on the history of some of the tools she holds in high regard such as Indian clubs and maces or gadas. She also opens up about her unique journey and shares why she feels we should all consider adopting new concepts and learning new skills.

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If you've ever wondered how to program kettlebell workouts, this episode will set you on the path to success.

Matt and Chris share their tips on setting up your kettlebell workouts from warming up to cooling down. 

It's a difficult topic to distill into 35 minutes but the dads do their best to simplify it as much as possible. If you find you still have questions, feel free to reach out.

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Louka Kurcer shares his fitness journey that took him from a prison yard to kettlebell coach.

The trio imparts why they feel having a mentor and/or training partners may be the key to your future success.

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While gyms remain closed, folks are turning to kettlebells for their strength and conditioning needs. Hopefully, this will last much longer than the closures, but it's ever more important to learn the fundamental kettlebell exercises to prevent injury and reap the benefits of this magnificent tool.

Over the course of the next two episodes, Matt and Chris go over the 6 fundamental movements one should first master. The...

The dads sit down (virtually) with Kettlebell Kickboxing Canada founder Jodi Barrett to talk about this unique fitness fusion system.

Learn why these two modalities mesh so well together and hear about Jodi's personal journey with fitness.

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