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Performance Plus Podcast
Performance Plus Programming
56 episodes
4 months ago
In this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast, Zach discusses the importance of accessory work for fitness athletes, especially those involved in CrossFit. He highlights that while well-programmed CrossFit classes are beneficial for general fitness, they often don't address individual weaknesses. To truly excel, athletes need targeted accessory programming that focuses on specific areas such as gymnastics skills, mobility, strength, and conditioning. Zach delves into how to break down compl...
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In this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast, Zach discusses the importance of accessory work for fitness athletes, especially those involved in CrossFit. He highlights that while well-programmed CrossFit classes are beneficial for general fitness, they often don't address individual weaknesses. To truly excel, athletes need targeted accessory programming that focuses on specific areas such as gymnastics skills, mobility, strength, and conditioning. Zach delves into how to break down compl...
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Episodes (20/56)
Performance Plus Podcast
Learning Gymnastics Skills
In this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast, Zach discusses essential strategies for functional fitness athletes to overcome gymnastic skill hurdles, crucial for excelling in CrossFit. He emphasizes three critical areas: mobility, strength foundation, and movement-specific skills. Zach explains how lacking mobility can hinder proper form and efficiency in skills like handstand walks and ring muscle-ups. He also underlines the importance of building strict strength to prevent injuries and ...
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4 months ago
8 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Accessory Work for Fitness Athletes
In this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast, Zach discusses the importance of accessory work for fitness athletes, especially those involved in CrossFit. He highlights that while well-programmed CrossFit classes are beneficial for general fitness, they often don't address individual weaknesses. To truly excel, athletes need targeted accessory programming that focuses on specific areas such as gymnastics skills, mobility, strength, and conditioning. Zach delves into how to break down compl...
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4 months ago
12 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Lift Lighter for Better Olympic Lifts?
In this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast, Zach discusses why CrossFit athletes might benefit from lifting lighter weights to improve their Olympic lifts. Zach presents two studies supporting this argument, highlighting the importance of technique over maximal strength. The episode delves into the technical nature of Olympic lifts, emphasizing the need for practicing with lower fatigue to enhance motor learning. Zach also introduces resources such as a free weightlifting ratios calculat...
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6 months ago
9 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
From CrossFit to Hyrox: 5 Lessons for Race Day Success
Maximizing Performance for Hyrox: A CrossFit Athlete's Guide In this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast, Zach hands over the reins to Coach Johnny B, a CrossFit Level 3 trainer with extensive endurance event experience. Johnny shares his insights from recently competing in the Hyrox event in Atlanta, offering valuable advice for CrossFit athletes who are interested in participating in Hyrox. He discusses his training regimen, which includes a mix of CrossFit-style workouts and endurance...
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6 months ago
10 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Ski Erg Technique for the Fitness Athlete
In this episode of the Performance Plus podcast, Zach discusses the often overlooked topic of Ski Erg technique. He emphasizes the importance of practicing and perfecting technique, particularly if your gym has limited equipment. Zach breaks down the primary goal of Ski Erg, which is to generate power through a limited range of motion at a high frequency, rather than pulling the cord through its maximum range. He outlines the four key phases of the Ski Erg movement: the catch, drive, follow-t...
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9 months ago
10 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Programming Mobility for Fitness Athletes
In this episode of the Performance Plus podcast, Zachary Long discusses the critical role of mobility for fitness athletes, particularly those engaged in CrossFit and Olympic weightlifting. He emphasizes the need for targeted mobility work rather than general stretching, highlighting the importance of assessing individual mobility limitations to enhance performance and reduce injury risk. The conversation covers the effectiveness of foam rolling, static stretching, and a structured three-step...
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9 months ago
15 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Rowing Form 101
Mastering Rowing Technique for Improved CrossFit Performance In this episode of the Performance Plus podcast, Zach focuses on the often overlooked rowing technique crucial for CrossFit athletes. He covers key points such as proper foot placement, initial setup positions, and a three-step sequence to enhance rowing efficiency. Zach emphasizes the importance of maintaining vertical shins, correct arm pulls, and the synchronization of leg drive with arm movements. He also discusses adjusting the...
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10 months ago
10 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Preparing for the Open
In this episode of the Performance Plus podcast, Zach explores strategies for improving performance in the 2025 CrossFit Open, starting February 27th, 2025. He highlights the recent shift towards more inclusive and conditioning-biased workouts in the Open, providing examples from past years. Zach offers specific insights into important movements likely to appear, such as muscle-ups, double-unders, and thrusters, and recommends key Performance Plus programs to enhance endurance, gymnastics ski...
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10 months ago
10 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Conditioning WODs You Need to Train - Build Your Engine Series Ep3
In this episode of the Performance Plus podcast, we discuss the importance of Zone Two cardio for CrossFit athletes, emphasizing its role in building aerobic capacity and improving overall performance. The conversation covers the physiological benefits of training in this zone, including increased mitochondrial density and heart efficiency. Zach and Johnny also explore other training zones, such as tempo and threshold, and their relevance to CrossFit programming. Practical advice on how to in...
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10 months ago
24 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Wrist vs. Chest Heart Rate Monitors - Build Your Engine Series Ep4
In this episode of the Performance Plus Programming Podcast, Zachary Long and Johnny discuss the importance of heart rate monitors in conditioning training, emphasizing the accuracy of chest straps over wrist-based monitors. They explore personal experiences with different devices, the impact of caffeine on performance, and the significance of tracking heart rate data for effective training. The conversation highlights the need for precise monitoring to achieve desired physiological changes d...
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10 months ago
10 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
The Science of Conditioning: How Energy Systems Drive Performance - Build Your Engine Series Ep2
In this episode, Zachary Long and Johnny discuss the intricacies of energy systems in fitness, particularly in the context of CrossFit and functional fitness. They explore the three main energy systems—phosphagen, glycolytic, and oxidative—how they function, and their importance in training. The conversation delves into the concept of lactate threshold, its role in performance, and strategies for effectively training these energy systems to enhance overall fitness and conditioning. Download t...
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10 months ago
23 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
Rethinking Conditioning for Fitness Athletes - Build Your Engine Series Ep1
In this episode, we dive into common advice athletes receive when asking how to improve conditioning—like joining a run club or doing Zone 2 cardio. While these strategies can help, they often overlook key factors needed to boost performance in functional fitness. We break down why these are only partial solutions and set the stage for more complete strategies that work for high-intensity training. Download the Build Your Engine eBook here: https://performanceplusprogramming.com/build-your-e...
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10 months ago
16 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
CrossFit Athlete Injuries: What We Need to Know
In this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast, Zachary Long discusses critical insights from two research studies on CrossFit injuries. He highlights the common injury sites, including the shoulder, knee, and lower back, and emphasizes the importance of technique in preventing injuries. The conversation also covers the relationship between training duration, competition level, and injury risk, providing valuable information for CrossFit athletes to enhance their training and reduce injury l...
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10 months ago
7 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
TRT and Tendon Pain
In this episode, Zachary Long discusses the implications of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) on tendinopathies, drawing from recent research and clinical observations. He highlights the increasing prevalence of TRT prescriptions and its correlation with tendon injuries. The conversation delves into the physiological effects of TRT on muscle mass and strength, as well as strategies to mitigate the risk of tendinopathies through dietary and training modifications. Takeaways Testosterone ...
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11 months ago
8 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
E44 - How To Goal Set When You Have So Many Goals!
How do you prioritize your goals when you want to improve your snatch, deadlift, handstand, bar muscle-up, and engine simultaneously? Tune into this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast to hear how Coach Pamela Gagnon successfully does this with her athletes. Topics Covered How to goal setWhat skills are foundational and translate to all other physical skillsHow to use the Open as a benchmark for setting goalsTo prioritize gymnastics endurance vs strength Follow Pamela Gagnon ...
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1 year ago
19 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
E43 - Pamela Gagnon Talks About The New Masters CrossFit Games Changes
If you haven't heard, CrossFit HQ has significantly changed the upcoming CrossFit Games season. The Master and Adaptive Athletes will now have their own CrossFit Games that are run by Legends and Wheel WOD, respectively. The change has created quite a stir within the community, so we thought it would be fun to get our own Masters Games Legend, Pamela Gagnon, to give an opinion on the move. Check it out!
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1 year ago
13 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
E42 - The Transition from D1 Gymnast to Games Athlete
On episode 42 of the Performance Plus Podcast, Pamela Gagnon joins Coach Johnny B to share what it was like transitioning from a D1 gymnast at Rutgers to a Games athlete. On the episode, we cover the following topics How Pamela got into competitive fitness What was the hardest thing (lift, technique, etc) for her, coming from a gymnastic background What was a surpriseThe sneaky reason why gymnasts do better in functional fitnessThe secret to going deep into the pain cave ...
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2 years ago
20 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
E41 - How To Get Butterfly Chest To Bar Pull-Ups
On episode 41 of the Performance Plus Podcast, gymnastics expert Pamela Gagnon sits down to discuss how to get butterfly chest-to-bar pull-ups. Many of us can rock out big sets of chin-over-bar butterfly pull-ups but crash and burn when chest-to-bar pops up in the open or a WOD. Is it a strength or skill problem? Check out this episode to find out that and... -the pre-requisites for the chest to bar butterfly pull-ups -the strength timing, and skill ratio for chest-to-bar butterfly pu...
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2 years ago
13 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
E40 - The Importance of Zone 2 Training for Fitness Athletes
On this Performance Plus Programming Podcast episode, the mic is getting turned around as Dr. Zach Long interviews Coach Johnny B to discover why Zone 2 heart rate training is critical for fitness athletes. Coach Johnny B is a level 3 CrossFit trainer, has his masters in sports science and rehab science from PennWest, and is an Ironman and a sub-three-hour marathoner. The dude loves crosstraining endurance athletes using functional fitness and helping fitness athletes optimize their pe...
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2 years ago
23 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
E39 - Is CrossFit dangerous? What does the literature say.
Is CrossFit dangerous? When this question is posed in most settings, the resounding answer will be yes. If you follow Performance Plus, you know that we proudly support the CrossFit training methodology, BUT for the sake of being honest with ourselves, we decided to answer this question in the most honest way we know: by looking at the literature. On episode 36 of the Performance Plus Podcast, Dr. Zach Long answers the question "Is CrossFit Dangerous?" as guided by the research. Join u...
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2 years ago
17 minutes

Performance Plus Podcast
In this episode of the Performance Plus Podcast, Zach discusses the importance of accessory work for fitness athletes, especially those involved in CrossFit. He highlights that while well-programmed CrossFit classes are beneficial for general fitness, they often don't address individual weaknesses. To truly excel, athletes need targeted accessory programming that focuses on specific areas such as gymnastics skills, mobility, strength, and conditioning. Zach delves into how to break down compl...