Ryan Crossfield: Recent Episodes
Ryan Crossfield
Many years ago in the Arizona desert, scientists conducted an experiment known as “Biosphere 2.” It was a huge steel-and-glass enclosure with clean water, air that had been purified, nutrient-rich soil, and plenty of natural light. The idea behind this contraption was to create ideal living conditions for the ecosystem within. And while it was successful in many ways, there was one glaring failure.
As the trees inside the Biosphere grew to a certain height, they would simply fall over, again and again. At first, it was a confusing phenomenon, until scientists came to the realization that one key element was overlooked in the planning and construction of this idyllic environment. Wind. In a natural environment, trees are buffeted by the elements, namely wind. And they respond to that stress and agitation by growing stronger and deeper roots to increase their stability.
Like the trees, if our environment doesn’t challenge us, we’re destined to fall into a certain level of complacency. We waste a lot of energy trying to stay comfortable within our bubble, and in doing so, we fail to realize our potential. Our fear is rooted in the challenges and stressors that come along with change, but it is exactly those situations that are necessary for us to grow.
Brett and Ryan tackle questions from listeners about improving health. 1. Should you focus on diet or exercise? 2. What are the best ways to use training variables - Volume, Frequency, Intensity? 3. What do I do with my home gym? Plus a quickfire Fact or Fiction about common health beliefs.
Brett and Ryan talk about how to capture health coming out of quarantine and into the post-covid world of fitness.
Brett and Ryan talk about their start in the industry, approaches toward optimizing health and other topics.