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  • 2025 Tropical Gay Getaway: Brandi Carlile’s Girls Just Wanna Weekend 6!
    2025/01/29

    This episode, Alex and Meredith recap their most recent Girls Just Wanna Weekend trip hosted by Brandi Carlile. They reflect on their transition back home, the unique community vibes, and the welcoming environment they felt at the festival. They also emphasize the importance of community and staying resilient during these challenging times. Additionally, enjoy the first-ever Afternoon Snack Game Show: Is it Ointment or Lotion?

    — Girls Just Wanna Weekend Recap!

    — Afternoon Snack: The Game Show

    — Reclaiming the Word Lesbian

    — Being Recognized in Public + Making Friends

    — Girls Just Wanna Weekend + Tactic Nutrition Future Collab??

    — The Importance of Community During Challenging Times

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Brandi Carlile’s Tropical Gay Getaway (Part One)

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Valentine’s Day & Brandi Carlile’s Tropical Gay Getaway (Part Two)

    · Brandi Carlile’s Girls Just Wanna Weekend

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Meredith’s ADHD Journey Update: Medication, Relationships, and Finding Balance

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    1 時間 3 分
  • An Update on Our Recent Embarrassing Moments + Why Hybrid Training Isn't New
    2025/01/22

    In this episode, Alex and Meredith recap on some recent embarrassing stories, from ‘can butter knives be used as a murder weapon?’ to awkward encounters after being recognized in public. They also explore the origins, benefits, and misconceptions of hybrid training, arguing that it's not a new concept but has been around in various forms for decades. They discuss how to effectively start a hybrid training regimen and share their insights on balancing strength and endurance training for optimal results!

    — Podcast Couch & Cats!

    — A Recap on our Recent Embarrassing Moments

    — What is Hybrid Training?

    — Training Specificity and Goals

    — Balancing Strength and Endurance

    — Starting a Hybrid Training Program

    — Working with Tactic Functional Fitness

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Alex’s Half Ironman Post-Race Recap: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

    · Read Iron War: Dave Scott, Mark Allen, and the Greatest Race Ever Run

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    1 時間 9 分
  • Meredith’s ADHD Journey Update: Medication, Relationships, and Finding Balance
    2025/01/15

    Tune in for an update on Meredith’s journey of her ADHD diagnosis; she shares how she has been adjusting to life, including how being on medication has affected her day-to-day. Alex and Meredith also talk about the realities of living with adult ADHD, discussing the signs & symptoms, and the impact it has on daily work-life balance and their relationship. They also touch on coping mechanisms, the concept of 'masking,' and the importance of understanding and supporting neurodivergent individuals.

    — Signs That Meredith Still Has ADHD

    — An Update on Meredith’s ADHD Diagnosis

    — ADHD Medication

    — Work-Life Balance and Boundaries

    — What is ‘Masking’?

    — Relationship Dynamics + ADHD

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Meredith’s ADHD Journey: How It’s Going and What We’ve Learned

    · I Love Lucy | Lucy and Ethel At The Chocolate Factory

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    1 時間 6 分
  • Toggle Your Metabolism in 2025!
    2025/01/08

    In this episode Alex and Meredith discuss the concept of metabolic toggles, addressing the four main metabolic scenarios: eat less, do more; eat less, do less; eat more, do more; and eat more, do less. They talk about the ways each scenario can be utilized strategically for different goals such as weight loss, gaining muscle, and overall health. They emphasize the importance of understanding individual needs and body responses, highlighting the pros and cons of each toggle, and provide insights into achieving a balanced approach to nutrition and fitness. Additionally, they explore the relationship between metabolism, age, and body composition, and offer practical advice for maintaining a healthy lifestyle heading into 2025!

    — Live from the Podcast Couch!

    — What are The Metabolic Toggles?

    — Eat Less, Do More

    — Eat Less, Do Less

    — The Athlete Toggle: Eat More, Do More

    — Understanding Metabolism and Lean Body Mass

    — Aging and Metabolism

    — Portion Sizes and Weight Loss

    — Eat More, Do Less

    — The Maintenance Toggle

    — 2025 with Tactic Nutrition!

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Our Personal Relationships with Food and Body Image

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    1 時間 6 分
  • Alex’s Half Ironman Post-Race Recap: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
    2025/01/01

    In this episode, Alex and Meredith discuss Alex's recent experience participating in the 70.3 Ironman in Indian Wells. Alex shares some of the unexpected challenges that she experienced during the event, and highlights the learning curve athletes face in triathlon racing. They discuss Alex’s training schedule and nutrition plan, the importance of managing expectations, and the personal growth that comes from embracing and overcoming such a physically demanding event.

    — Expectations vs Reality in Races

    — Training and Preparation for the Half Ironman

    — Race Day Logistics and Challenges

    — Morning of the Race: Unexpected Challenges

    — The Swim

    — The Bike

    — The Run

    — Half Ironman Results

    — Nutrition Strategy Breakdown

    — Lessons for the Next Half Ironman

    — Balancing Training and Life

    — What’s Next!

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

    · Alex’s Half Ironman Results

    · Tactic Nutrition: The Key to Happiness is Expectation

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Wins at Unbound Gravel!

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: The Calgary Marathon: How Alex Shaved 6 Minutes Off Her Marathon Time

    · 2024 VinFast Ironman World Championship, Nice

    · Skratch Labs: Super High-Carb Sport Drink Mix

    · Gnarly Fuel₂O

    · Neversecond: Energy Gels

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    1 時間 39 分
  • Lesbian Movie Review: Agatha All Along + Queer Relationships in the Media
    2024/12/24

    This episode, join Alex and Meredith for their review of the Disney+ Series, Agatha All Along, and where they feel like the show ranks with it’s representation of queer relationships. (Spoilers ahead!) They share some of their favorite moments, areas they think could have been improved upon, as well as some of their top favorite TV shows and movies that have a high ranking on their “pussy meter.”

    — Snowblower Struggles

    — Lesbian Movie Review: Agatha All Along

    — Our Top Lesbian Movies/TV Shows

    — Is Carol a Christmas Movie?

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

    · Agatha All Along

    · WandaVision

    · The Sex Lives of College Girls

    · Everything Everywhere All At Once

    · Heartstopper

    · White Lotus

    · Emily The Criminal

    · Parks and Recreation

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    50 分
  • Exploring Common Relationships with Food + Alex’s Half Ironman!
    2024/12/18

    In this episode, Alex and Meredith dive into Alex's journey preparing for her upcoming `half Ironman, including training challenges and logistics. They also explore the complex topic of relationships with food, discussing how language, society, and personal history shape our perceptions and behaviors around eating. Additionally, they will share insights on how to adopt a more neutral and positive approach towards food, breaking down misconceptions and food rules.

    — Live From the Podcast Couch!

    — Alex’s Upcoming Ironman

    — Swimming Techniques and Training

    — Food Relationships and Diet Culture

    — Exploring Food Rules and Rituals

    — Body Neutrality and Food Choices

    — Impact of Social Influences on Eating

    — Addiction, Control, and Food

    — Desensitization and Food Scarcity Mindset

    — Favorite Food Experiences

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

    · Alex’s Half Ironman Results

    · Agatha All Along

    · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Embracing Ambitions Over Goals: Alex’s 10k Recap, Dealing with Setbacks & Heading to Ironman!

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    1 時間 9 分
  • Breaking Barriers for Non-Binary and Trans Athletes with Ironman 70.3 Champion Rach McBride
    2024/12/11

    In this episode, Alex and Meredith welcome professional triathlete, Rach McBride to the podcast. They discuss Rach’s recent Ironman race in Cozumel, their training and nutrition strategies, and the evolution of their athletic career, including their transition from sprint to Ironman distances. They also explore the issues of inclusivity within the sport, particularly for non-binary and transgender athletes, and Rach will share their personal reflections on identity and competing.

    — Meet Rach!

    — Ironman Cozumel Experience

    — Challenges of Ironman Racing

    — Training and Mindset Tips

    — Balancing Life and Training

    — Competing as a Non-Binary Athlete in Ironman

    — Advocacy and Change in Sports

    — Nutrition Strategies for Endurance Racing

    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

    · Rach’s Ironman Cozumel Instagram Post

    · Feisty Menopause

    · Visit Rach’s Website here

    · Follow Rach on Instagram @rachelmcb

    · Precision Fuel & Hydration

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    1 時間 9 分