Podcasts by In-Tension

Episode 36: The Other 14 Hours from 2021-03-08T06:00

In this episode, Jen and Roy discuss what you should be doing outside of the gym, to support and maximize what you do inside the gym. They also touch on the importance of communication, and mind...

Episode 35: Nutrition Tips and Tricks from 2021-02-22T06:00

In this episode, Jen and Roy go over the general nutrition guidelines they utilize for themselves and clients that ask. They talk about why they use these guidelines and how they put them to pra...

Episode 34: Work-Life Balance? from 2021-01-25T06:00

In this episode, Roy and Jen discuss the ins and outs of a work-life "balance."

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Episode 33: Habit Formation from 2021-01-11T06:00

Happy New Year! In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about ways to break bad habits and stop fostering environments for them to exist, as well as how to create hospitable environments for good habi...

Episode 32: Reflecting & goal setting tips for the new year from 2020-12-28T06:00

In this episode Jen and Roy discuss the benefits of self reflection and action steps, new years resolutions and realistic goal setting. 

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Episode 31: We are back! from 2020-12-07T06:00

In Episode 31, Jen and Roy give updates about In-Tension Training and talk about what they've personally been up to, answer a few audience questions, and talk about the very important distinctio...

Season 3, Episode 10: Interview with Rachel Lawrence of the PPC from 2020-11-09T06:00

In the season 3 finale, Roy and Jen interview Rachel Lawrence of the People's Protection Coalition. They discuss how Rachel's upbringing influenced her activism and what exactly the PPC does and...

Season 3, Episode 9: Interview with Gabi Dixson from 2020-10-26T05:00

In this episode, Roy and Jen interview New Zealand's Strongest Woman of 2020: Gabi Dixson. They discuss Gabi's journey to becoming the woman she is today; including her experience competing in c...

Season 3, Episode 8: Warm-ups and Recovery from 2020-09-28T05:00

In this episode, Jen and Roy discuss their personal approach to warm-ups as well as programming client warm-ups and research on well-known recovery methods such as icing. 

Season 3, Episode 7: Setting Boundaries from 2020-09-07T05:00

This week, Jen and Roy talk about why setting boundaries with your gym, place of exercise, or just exercise in general is important. After talking about recent in-tension and social justice news...

Season 3, Episode 6: Amanda Leeman from 2020-08-24T05:00

This week we bring you an interview with Amanda Leeman, an olympic weightlifter, former Cr*ssfit and college athlete, and member of Los Campeones gym. Amanda is also an avid reader, former journ...

Season 3 episode 5: The Ultimate Creatine Breakdown + Q & A from 2020-08-10T05:00

In this episode, Roy and Jen begin by checking in with one another and giving a few life updates, before covering a few news happenings (5:30). Next, the hosts provide some background informatio...

Season 3, Episode 4: Preparation and Mindset from 2020-07-27T05:00

• In this episode, Jen and Roy talk all things preparation, mindset and setting yourself up for success. 
• The hosts start by talking about what's new in their lives since we ...
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Season 3, Episode 3: They still can't breathe, gym culture and would you rather (gym edition) from 2020-07-12T05:00

In this episode, Jen and Roy begin by checking on in what's new in their lives since the last episode. 

They then pivot to discussing a few of todays social justice issues such as th...

Season 3, Episode 2: Audience Q & A from 2020-06-30T05:00

In this episode, Roy and Jen answer audience questions, including: How much whey protein is too much? Do you eat the same foods when cutting/dropping weight? Tips for beginners in the weight room? ...

Season 3, Episode 1: Interview w/ Jen and Roy from 2020-06-18T05:00

In this episode, Jen and Roy interview each other! Before this, they cover the recent murder of George Floyd and the corresponding protests, movements, and actions taken by the Minneapolis commu...

Season 2, Episode 9: Interview with Elerson Smith from 2020-05-18T05:00

In this episode, Roy and Jen interview Elerson Smith, South High School Alumnus and defensive end at the University of Northern Iowa. We talk about Elerson's athletic background, his love for al...

Season 2, Episode 8: Training for hypertrophy from 2020-05-11T05:00

**In the episode we say this is episode 9 when it is actually episode 8. Oops!**

In this episode of the Train for Blank series, Jen and Roy talk all things hypertrophy, includ...

Season 2, Episode 7: Training for sports performance from 2020-04-27T05:00

In this episode, Roy and Jen check in with one another about how they are faring during quarantine, and how their training is going before reminiscing on what sports were like when they grew up....

Season 2, Episode 6: Training for strength from 2020-04-20T05:00

This episode is part of the "Train for Blank" series. Jen and Roy talk about what training for strength means and looks like for primarily newer/novice lifters and athletes. 

Season 2, Episode 5: Training for overall health from 2020-04-13T05:00

This episode marks the beginning of a new mini series called "Train for Blank," where hosts Roy and Jen will discuss different goals, different types of training- and how to make those two align...

Season 2, Episode 4: Finding a new normal from 2020-04-06T05:00

In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about ways to find a new lifestyle and training normal in the midst of COVID-19. They also answer questions around building a functional home gym/workout space ...

Season 2, Episode 3: Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset from 2020-03-23T05:00

In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about the growth mindset and what it can do for you in achieving success and staying motivated despite your circumstances. 

Season 2, Episode 2: Emotional Intelligence from 2020-03-08T22:57:33

In this episode, Roy and Jen break down what emotional intelligence is, why it is important, and how to improve it.

Season 2, Episode 1: Sleep hygiene + habits from 2020-02-24T06:00

In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about what "sleep hygiene" is, common myths surrounding sleep, and habits to encourage better sleep.  Studies mentioned:  Mah, C. D., Kezirian, E. J., Marcello, B....

Episode 10: Visualization, meditation, and mindfulness practices from 2020-02-09T06:00

Jen and Roy talk about their own experiences with visualization, meditation, and mindfulness practices while bringing in outside resources and experience. 

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Episode 9: Interview with Johnnie Turner from 2020-02-02T06:00

In this episode, Roy and Jen interview Johnnie Turner (@johnnietii on instagram) about being a student athlete, thriving in different environments, the importance of work ethic, and betting on y...

Episode 8: Choosing the right gym and Q & A from 2020-01-27T02:51:39

In episode 8, Roy and Jen briefly discuss their own training and endeavors, before diving into how to choose the right gym for you and answering listener questions.

Episode 6: Building habits, bulking from 2020-01-19T23:13:32

In this episode, Jen and Roy briefly share what’s going on in their lives- before discussing their own efforts and what the research says about building habits and bulking.

Ep. 5: caffeine, supplementation, & Q&A from 2020-01-13T00:20:43

In this episode, Jen and Roy mess up a lot but do their best in discussing caffeine intake, supplementation for athletes and non-athletes, and answering listener questions.

Ep. 4: unconventional fitness, dealing with injury(s), Q&A from 2019-12-29T20:25:33

In this episode, Jen and Roy talk about unconventional/functional fitness and activity, dealing with injuries physically and mentally, and answer some Q’s regarding training and nonsense.

Ep 3: Interview with Bud Fonder from 2019-12-24T15:06:55

This episode centers mostly around Bud’s journey in the gym, but we also touch on what the gym has done for him as a person and how it has taught him to be better in other facets of life. *disclaim...

Ep 2: mental health and physical activity from 2019-12-21T05:14:34

In episode 2 we touch on updates in our lives and with the business, mental health considerations when engaging in physical activity, and we finish up by answering listener questions

Intro! from 2019-12-15T23:57:32

In this episode we introduce ourselves and explain what we’re hoping to do with this podcast. We then answer a few questions and talk about our journeys and mindsets surrounding food. --- This e...