Afternoon Snack

In this episode, Tactic Coach Lynsey Martin joins Alex and Meredith on the podcast to reflect on their recent experience at HYROX in Houston, Texas. They break down their time at the event, including the stations they tackled, the challenges they faced, and how they managed their pace and strategy. They discuss the differences between HYROX and CrossFit competitions, the benefits of its repeatability, and answer the question: “Would they do it again?”

— HYROX in Houston!

— Competition Breakdown

— Training for HYROX

— Race Day Adventures

— Biggest Challenges: The Skier Station & Sled Pull

— Post-Race Reflections and Recovery

— Future HYROX Plans

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In this episode, Meredith and Alex share their experiences and insights on training with their pets, Rue (Border Collie/Australian Shepherd cross) Jo (English Golden Retriever), and even their cats! They discuss various training methods, tools, and philosophies, focusing on balanced training that combines positive reinforcement with other conditioning techniques and the benefits of hiring a trainer.

— Funny Skiing Stories + Two Fires?!

— Our Dog Training Journey

— The Four Quadrants of Dog Training

— Positive and Negative Reinforcement

— Balanced Dog Training

— Training Techniques for Different Breeds

— Benefits of Hiring a Trainer

— What We’ve Learned

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In this episode, Alex and Meredith have Sam Valentine, an actor and the owner of the Fast Forward Production podcast production company, on the podcast! They discuss her journey as a Los Angeles-based actor and entrepreneur and how she balances running multiple businesses in addition to her acting career. Sam shares her experience with auditioning and working on set, how she has dealt with body image issues as an actor, and the importance of hard work and resilience.

TRIGGER WARNING: Eating Disorders

— Meet Sam Valentine!

— Success + Public Perception

— Sam’s Journey: From the Midwest to LA

— Body Image & the Acting Industry

— Finding Self-Worth Beyond Acting

— The Challenges of Running a Business

— Working on The Orville as an Alien

— Podcasting and Accountability

— What’s Next for Sam!

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In this episode, Meredith and Alex dive into a research roundup on essential health topics, including sleep, exercise, diet, and alcohol. They explore the benefits and trade-offs of morning vs. evening exercise, the importance of eating breakfast, the numerous wellness advantages of spending time outdoors, and the impact of community and social connections on overall well-being. Additionally, they discuss alcohol consumption and its effects on diet, sleep, and exercise habits, plus an interesting study on whether alcohol consumers actually exercise more.

— The Podcast Couch Dilemma

— Life Updates & Meredith’s Frostbite

— Morning vs. Evening Workouts

— The Science Behind the Benefits of Getting Outside

— Community and Social Connection

— The Importance of Quality Sleep

— The Double-Edged Sword of Alcohol

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In this Valentine's Day-themed episode, Meredith and Alex reminisce about their past relationship experiences and the early days of their own relationship. They’ll read past love letters to one another, as well as discuss the optimal Valentine’s Day gifts for gays (spoiler alert: it’s not roses and chocolate!).

— Our Previous Valentine’s Day Experiences

— Meeting Each Other + Love Letters

— Optimal Gifts for Gays

— Valentine’s Day Traditions

— Valendykes Day: Reclaiming the Word ‘Dyke’

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