Podcasts by The MNC Mindset
Join CrossFit MNC co-owners Greg and Sharon Crook every week as they share ideas, helpful resources, and personal stories, all with the aim of simplifying the process of getting you healthier than you've ever been.
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Podcast on the topic Gesundheit und Fitness
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January 3rd Newsletter overview from 2021-01-02T17:52:46
In this episode we discuss programming for the week of Jan 4th-9th, and share our thoughts on things to Watch, Learn and Listen to.
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What happened to The MNC Mindset Podcast?? from 2020-12-27T17:45:24
In this episode we discuss the difficulties and lessons we learned trying to produce a podcast on a regular basis. Also, what our plans are for the podcast moving forward...
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CrossFit MNC Birthday episode (segment 2) from 2020-10-06T16:12:22
Sharon and I are picking up where we left off. In this episode we discuss how we found CrossFit and touch on the speed in which CrossFit MNC transitioned from a conversation to a reality. Sorry ...
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CrossFit MNC Birthday episode (segment 1) from 2020-09-17T16:58:25
Today, September 17th we celebrate CrossFit MNC's 8th year in business!
In this episode we're taking you back to the beginning. We'll learn how and what got Greg interested in...
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"Podium Picks" from last weeks workouts from 2020-09-07T23:36:29
On this weeks episode Sharon and I borrow the "Podium Picks" format from the Talking Elite Fitness podcast. We had to pick our top 3 favorite workouts from last week and give a brief description...
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Are we too attached to our phones without even realizing it?? from 2020-08-31T21:08:14
In this episode Sharon and I start off with some interesting facts about sleep. This leads us into the meat of the conversation which is about how much time we spend on social media, in particul...
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Our three most influential people outside the fitness space from 2020-08-23T21:40:40
In this episode Sharon and I take on the question of "Who are the three people who have been the most influential to you?"
We found this question to be very thought provoking, and wonder ...
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Reflections and Takeaways from Diet Maintenance from 2020-08-17T18:12:12
In this episode Sharon and I are discussing our individual experiences with our Diet Maintenance phases. Why we think they're important, how long should they be, who should do utilize them and m...
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Are you drinking enough water or waiting until it's too late?? from 2020-08-09T13:22:55
In this weeks episode we have a brief conversation about hydration. How much water should you drink, and when. Also, could you be dehydrated already??
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The "Why" behind our current strength program...The Doug Hepburn Method from 2020-08-01T12:45
In this episode of The MNC Mindset podcast we dig into the specifics around the Doug Hepburn Method. This is the current strength program we are following via the Mayhem Affiliate programming. W...
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Phase #2 of our strength cycle and "Badaasery and Opportunities" from 2020-07-26T20:27:48
On this episode of The MNC Mindset Podcast Sharon and I discuss...
- Phase #2 of our strength cycle.
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Week #3 Strength cycle and body weight fluctuations in females from 2020-07-19T18:56:44
On this episode of The MNC Mindset podcast we review this week’s programming, new cleaning protocol, equipment maintenance, and bodyweight fluctuations women can experience while dieting. Enjoy!
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Week #2 Strength cycle, resetting PR’s, and class expansion from 2020-07-12T16:07:27
In this episode we review last weeks programming and what's in store ahead. Sharon discusses her decision to reset her strength PR’s, and we end with details and limitations around expanding cla...
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“You can’t ride two horses with one ass” from 2020-07-05T13:25:11
In this episode Sharon and Greg discuss the pitfalls of chasing opposing goals at the same time.
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"Corona Keepers" and The RP Diet app review from 2020-06-17T13:13:30
On this episode we discuss the changes we plan to keep that were brought on by the Corona Virus, and Greg gives his takeaways on his current use of the RP Diet app,
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Does you WHY need work? Your success can depend on it. from 2020-06-02T11:50:42
Greg and Sharon share some thoughts on the strength of your “WHY”. When pursuing a goal this can have a huge impact on your success. They close with some interesting examples of how the proximity o...
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Reopening the Gym, "MURPH", and Mid-workout mindset. from 2020-05-20T21:00
On this weeks episode we talk about the excitement and anxiety around reopening the gym. Some thoughts on how to approach this years Memorial Day "MURPH" workout, and we end the episode with a q...
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Sugar, Fear, and Takeaways from the “At Home Workouts” from 2020-05-14T21:14:09
On this weeks episode Greg shares his experience with removing sugar from his diet. Sharon shares some thoughts on how fear can easily manipulate your actions, and we finish with our takeaways from...
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Answering Member questions from 2020-04-29T11:00:33
On this weeks episode we lighten the mood a little by answering some of the questions we received from our Gyms private Facebook group.
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Reopening plans and strategies around safety moving forward. from 2020-04-22T11:00:30
In this episode we lay out our tentative plans on reopening when we get the official date and we share how we aim to keep everyone safe in the process.
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Catching up with Coach Jonathan Hawkins from 2020-04-15T11:00:48
On this weeks episode we check in with Coach Jonathan Hawkins to see he’s handling being a new Father, and how the Coronavirus has effected his training and nutrition.
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Thoughts and updates 2 weeks into the COVID-19 shutdown from 2020-04-09T11:43:52
This week we're giving you guys an update on our thoughts 2 weeks into the COVID-19 shutdown, and on moving forward through April and beyond.
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The Power of Portion Control from 2020-04-03T13:56:43
With most of us being somewhat limited in the amount of activity we’re used to getting from day to day, if you don’t stay on top of how much you’re eating Listen
"Coffee Talk" with Greg and Sharon from 2020-03-30T12:03:30
This was recorded during our Facebook Live "Coffee Talk" with our members in the private group.
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The Importance of Keeping a Positive Mindset in Troubling Times from 2020-03-25T11:00
We are all very aware of what’s going on in the world around us. During the past couple of weeks we have had our lives completely turned upside down. Hopefully this is a good remin...
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Yearly Benchmark Workouts from 2020-03-18T11:00
In today's episode Sharon and I compare yearly benchmark workouts we feel are valuable and give the reasons why we think so.
It was a fun episode and interesting to hear our different per...
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CrossFit MNC member, Heather Stegall Interview from 2020-03-11T11:00
On this weeks episode we're interviewing Heather Stegall
She came to us through a 6 Week Challenge and now, 2 1/2 years and 90lbs lighter!!!...we're discussing her fitness journe...
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How to Start Improving Your Weaknesses from 2020-03-04T12:00
On this weeks episode we're discussing ways to improve your weaknesses in the gym. We've created 3 buckets...Strength, Endurance, and Gymnastics and give training frequency and resource advice.&...
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How Good Marketing Distorts Our Perception of What's Healthy and What's Not. from 2020-02-26T12:00
There are so many products on the market geared towards a healthier lifestyle, specifically in the area of nutrition and diet. You see ads for things bragging about their protein c...
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How to talk about what we do at CrossFit MNC from 2020-02-19T12:00
You love CrossFit, you love what it’s done for your overall health, performance in the gym, and all the carryover to everything you do outside the gym. You want nothing more than to shar...
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Coach Courtney Smith Interview from 2020-02-12T12:00
This week we sit down with Coach Courtney Smith to find out what led her to CrossFit, how she ended up at CrossFit MNC, and what drove her to become a Coach.
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World Carnivore Month Summary, and a Breakdown of the 3 Styles of Conditioning Workouts We See in Class from 2020-02-05T12:00
This week Greg gives feedback on his experiment with the Carnivore diet for the month of January, then we take a deep(ish) dive into the 3 different styles of conditioning workouts used in class...
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Nutrition, Macros and Where to do I Start? from 2020-01-29T12:00
One of the most common requests we get is to help people with their nutrition. Which is awesome!
Today we're discussing our "United Front" on Nutritio...
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The importance of getting enough Sleep! from 2020-01-22T12:00
This week we discuss how important sleep is to health, function and performance. We also offer some ideas on ways to improve your sleep as early as tonight!
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Training frequency from 2020-01-15T12:00
Today we're discussing how often you should be training per week and the differences between 3 days, 4 days, 5 days, and beyond.
Here's a link to the Open Gym Podcast referenced in ...
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New Years Resolutions from 2020-01-08T10:00
Today we're discussing why so many New Years Resolutions fail and share with you some advice on how to make some tweaks to your Resolutions to help them stand the test of time.
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Growth vs. Fixed Mindset from 2020-01-01T16:31:57
Today we're discussing the differences between the two mindsets, and how you can become more growth minded and start seeing obstacles as opportunities in your life.
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