Afternoon Snack
Alex Parker and Meredith Root’s Afternoon Snack Podcast invites you to join in on conversations where science, culture, and philosophy meet practical personal advice and experience that everyone needs to hear. They ask the big and small questions to get you thinking while injecting a hefty amount of personal experience and banter as partners in life, business, and sport. New episodes every Wednesday.
Episodes
October 22, 2025 • 81 mins
In this episode, we take a very cringy walk down memory lane as we reflect on our social media presence and posts from yester-year and how we have grown and evolved to our stances on similar topics today.
You can find the mentioned social media posts in order here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CREh-rpBnnm/?igsh=MXhvbjUzMDI1YnZqdA==
https://www.instagram.com/p/BuC7xgPAfgO/?igsh=ZmR4OTI3NzE1eXBz
https://www.instagram.com/...
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October 15, 2025 • 83 mins
In this episode, we dive deep into Alex's training and prep for her second Half-Ironman. Wilmington 70.3 comes almost a year after Indian Wells 70.3 and offers an enormous opportunity for improvement. Some of the topics we discuss:
Sustainability in training for long events
Overcoming setbacks in the process
Nutrition lessons and best practices
Gear recommendations
Advice for novice racers
and a lot more!
Follo...
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October 1, 2025 • 85 mins
This week we are joined by long time Tactic community member, Alexis Croucher, who has an incredible story of self discovery and evolution throughout her adult years. She's a Gen X lez who came out late in life due to... well, the times. And Catholic school.
There is a repeating story line in this episode. Hardship ➡️ learning ➡️ forgiveness ➡️ hard work ➡️ happiness.
We are grateful for Alexis and her openness with us both in ...
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September 24, 2025 • 69 mins
In this episode of The Afternoon Snack Podcast, we are going back to the basics with training. Specifically strength and conditioning training. From the core pillars of strength training to the fundamentals of aerobic conditioning, this episode has it all. We bust some myths along the way and give you our best recommendation for getting started with a mixed training approach!
Oh yea, and if you feel motivated to get going - you...
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September 17, 2025 • 79 mins
Over the last two decades, women’s fitness research has evolved from being an afterthought to a growing field of interest. In this episode, we explore how science is finally catching up with the female body, the double-edged sword of social media, the legacy of early contributors, and what gaps still need to be filled. If you care about evidence-based training, women’s health, and the truth behind the trends, this one’s for you!
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September 10, 2025 • 93 mins
In this deeply honest anniversary episode, we pull back the curtain on our relationship, sharing the real challenges and triumphs that come with loving, living, and competing together. From the highs of competing side by side to the lows of conflict and self-doubt, we explore how identity, vulnerability, and communication have shaped us as we have grown together and occasionally apart.
You can support us on Patreon AND get acces...
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August 27, 2025 • 82 mins
Pauline Ferrand-Prévot's win at the 2025 Tour de France Femme was an incredible display of cycling prowess and dominance but also put women's bodies, health, and sporting double standards back under the microscope. Can women just be athletes? Or do they have to always been an athlete AND a model of health. This episode will leave you thinking about these questions and your own bias when viewing women and women's sports.
You can ...
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August 19, 2025 • 63 mins
Live from our studio, it's a comments section podcast! We are taking today to reflect on, unpack, and unload about rude comments, weird comments, and uplifting feedback from our very own Tactic community. And really, how do we tell if a video is AI? And do we even care?
You can support us on Patreon AND get access to members' only content by clicking here.
If you want to work with us, you can check out our nutrition coachi...
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Meredith JUST completed the Leadville Trail 100 MTB 104 mile mountain bike race in Leadville Colorado. If you think this is a story of success and the power of planning, think again. Leadville is known for its... unknowns. And there were plenty of those.
This conversation explores the entire experience of this monumental race through the lens of a very good amateur rider doing her first ever Leadville 100.
What makes someon...
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July 30, 2025 • 72 mins
Ever find yourself feeling diet-curious because of the latest IG trend, biohacking bro, or promise of fast results? We're going to help you untangle truth from myth and understand what drives interest in trendy diets while adopting a more practical approach to eating.
Research mentioned in this podcast:
Protein Timing vs Overall Intake
Early Time Restricted Eating
Limitations of Intermittent Fasting
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July 22, 2025 • 82 mins
Sometimes the internet can be so helpful with sharing and creating dialogue but when it comes to health, fitness, and topics like menopause, it doesn't take much for the dialogue to shift into a less-than-helpful space where fear mongering and grifting create confusion and concern.
So today, we're talking about that as well as how we are preparing for the menopause transition while we are still several years away from getting to...
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July 16, 2025 • 73 mins
In this episode, Alex and Meredith dive deep into answering the question - Am I giving myself grace that I need? Or am I letting myself off the hook?
They explore the concepts of victim mentality, the importance of self-compassion, and how language and visualization can play a crucial role in achieving your goals. Whether you're struggling with motivation, dealing with personal barriers, or learning to set realistic goals, this c...
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July 9, 2025 • 65 mins
On this episode of the Afternoon Snack Podcast, Meredith discusses her decision to retire from 1:1 coaching after 8+ years. If you have ever struggled or are currently struggling to make a change, even one that you know will be very positive, there is a lot to take away from this episode.
There are a lot of new things coming for Tactic and 1:1 coaching will still be a major part of that! Alex and Meredith talk about their personal...
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June 25, 2025 • 65 mins
In this episode, Alex and Meredith discuss the challenges and learnings from their recent endurance endeavours including the Calgary Marathon and The Dusty Bandita. They dive into the importance of managing expectations, the experience of balancing multiple sports, and the lessons learned from both the successes and the setbacks.
— Alex’s Calgary Marathon Experience — The Dusty Bandita Women’s+ Only Gravel Race — Balancing Multip...
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June 18, 2025 • 65 mins
In this episode, Meredith shares her firsthand experience racing the Unbound 200, the biggest gravel race in the world. From unexpected mechanical issues to the mental grit required to push through the miles, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to finish a race of this scale. The conversation dives into the importance of community, race prep, and the balance amateur athletes must strike between real...
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June 11, 2025 • 76 mins
In this episode, Alex and Meredith have Tactic coach Lynsey Martin back on the podcast to discuss the nuances of strength and hypertrophy training, and their new program Build. They talk about the science of muscle growth, the importance of training to failure, and the benefits of specialized techniques like blood flow restriction and eccentric overload. They also explore how to maintain training progression and avoid common pitfal...
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May 28, 2025 • 68 mins
In this episode of Afternoon Snack, Meredith and Alex welcome back Tactic Nutrition Coach, Jess Reimche to the podcast. Jess shares her recent experiences with hip surgery, recovery, and its impact on her daily life. They cover the psychological and physical challenges of recovery, maintaining a healthy mindset, and the importance of community support. Jess provides insights into balancing life, fitness, and personal well-being ami...
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May 21, 2025 • 70 mins
In this episode, Meredith and Alex discuss personal DIY projects to essential recovery strategies for optimal performance. They explore the importance of nutrition, sleep, and strategic rest, debunk common myths around 'active recovery,' and assess the value of popular recovery tools like cold plunges, saunas, and wearables.
— DIY Projects and Challenges
— Building the Bear Bin
— The Window Covering Dilemma
— Recovery and Tra...
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May 14, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode, Meredith and Alex discuss the launch of their new Tactic Functional Fitness App, highlighting its various features and how it caters to different fitness levels. They dive into the details of their fitness programs, including the Foundations program, daily workouts, and upcoming additions like hypertrophy and HYROX streams. They detail how to progress through the programs, the importance of scaling workouts, and st...
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May 7, 2025 • 71 mins
In this episode, Alex and Meredith dive into the topic of why some people can handle more mental, physical, and emotional load than others. They explore the impact of innate traits like neurodiversity, the influence of upbringing, and the significance of building systems and structures. They also discuss increasing physical endurance through progressive training, the complexities of emotional resilience, and the importance of optim...
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