Podcast

Afternoon Snack

Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Nutrition

Alex Parker and Meredith Root’s Afternoon Snack Podcast invites you to join in on conversations where science, culture, and philosophy meet practical personal advice and experience that everyone needs to hear. They ask the big and small questions to get you thinking while injecting a hefty amount of personal experience and banter as partners in life, business, and sport. New episodes every Wednesday.

Episodes
261
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 8 min
On air since
2020
Latest episode
1 week ago

Episodes

261 episodes, newest first

  1. The Beginner's Mindset with Lynsey Martin

    Season 2, Episode 83

    Show notes

    Lynsey Martin joins us on the show to talk about her new horse sporting endeavour and the challenges and opportunities that come with being a beginner in a new sport.

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    56 min
  2. Introducing Fast Twitch Endurance

    Season 2, Episode 82

    Show notes

    In this episode, Alex and Meredith sit down to talk about Fast Twitch Endurance, their new training program for runners and cyclists looking to build both their aerobic capacity and their strength in the gym. Strength training is becoming more popular in endurance sports, not just because it prevents injury, but because there are some real performance enhancing impacts too. But only if it's programmed properly, which represents a growing pain in both training methodologies as endurance coaches tend to program underwhelming strength sessions and strength coaches opt for non-progressive aerobic work.

    Fast Twitch Endurance represents the culmination of years of experience as strength and endurance athletes AND coaches. They do it, they study it, they know it and now they are bringing it to YOU to help you prep for a spring race and bank some winter fitness to take into the summer.

    Applications for Fast Twitch Endurance open on October 15th and close on October 25th. Spots on the Fast Twitch Roster are very limited so make sure you hop on the waiting list so you don't miss out on first dibs.

    You can join the waiting list here.

    You can learn more about the Fast Twitch Programming, get a look at how training will be laid out over the season and a breakdown of a typical week, and learn more about the program by visiting: https://www.tacticworksout.com/fast-twitch-endurance.

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    49 min
  3. Return of the Snack!

    Season 2, Episode 80

    Show notes

    The Afternoon Snack returns after a mid-summer break! In this episode, we share what we've been up to this summer, our fundraising efforts with The Be Good Foundation, Rebecca's Private Idaho, and some new programs dropping this fall.

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    49 min
  4. Rebecca Rusch - Motivation, Movement, and the Summer Streak

    Season 2, Episode 79

    Show notes

    This is our very first collaborative episode between Afternoon Snack and What's the Rusch, bringing Rebecca Rusch onto the show to launch our Summer Streak Challenge together. Rebecca is one of the most inspiring people on the planet. She is a true leader in sport, performance, mindset, and philanthropy. There are very few people who accomplish what Rebecca has and still strive to do more in the space - most specifically in giving back to those around her.

    In this episode we explore why motivation shows up after you act instead of before it, how the right amount of stress builds growth while too much burns you out, and what happens when training data starts running your life instead of supporting it. We discuss the four types of motivation, the tools that pull you out of a demotivated spiral, and the launch of our Summer Streak Challenge, a joint habits challenge between our coaching business, Tactic Functional Fitness, and the Be Good Foundation. Every dollar raised goes toward the Be Good Foundation's girls and women mentorship program at Rebecca's Private Idaho, pairing young women with experienced mentors in cycling, bike mechanics, and action sport photography and videography so they can build real skills and find their own places in the outdoor and sports industry.

    Learn More about The Be Good Foundation: https://www.thebegoodfoundation.org

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    1 hr 11 min
  5. All About 5/3/1 Strength Training and Why It's Probably Right for You

    Season 2, Episode 78

    Show notes

    In this episode, we dive into the 5/3/1 Strength Training Program that has been the backbone of the Tactic Fitness program for almost 12 weeks. It was designed by Jim Wendler, a world class power lifter and renowned coach. But just because the 5/3/1 program was developed by an elite athlete doesn't mean it's not for you. In fact, 5/3/1 may be one of the best if not THE best training programs for people of all backgrounds. You will learn about the core philosophies behind the program, how the progression works, and why it combines so well with functional training.

    If you've been doing our programming for a while and loving 5/3/1, you'll learn why in this episode. If you are new or on the fence about jumping in, we hope this convinces you to take the leap. If you are just here to learn about strength and conditioning, you will learn a lot too!

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    1 hr 13 min
  6. To Grit or to Quit? - On the Courage and Commitment of Letting Go

    Season 2, Episode 77

    Show notes

    To Grit or To Quit? That is the question. Quitting is an essential skill. It takes courage and honesty in reflection to be able to see a long view of where you're going and step off of certain paths, even when it is an uncommon or even taboo decision to make. Today's episode talks about the skill of quitting, when it may be the right decision for you, and how to know the difference between being gritty and just being stubborn.

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    50 min
  7. Dusty Bandita, Adventures in Idaho, and the Power of Yes!

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    The summer of bike adventures continues! In this episode, we talk about the Dusty Bandita, bike packing in Idaho with Rebecca Rusch, our all-new Summer Streak challenge, and the power of saying yes (and no).

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    1 hr 2 min
  8. The Unbound 200 Race Recap: Lessons in Persistence

    Season 2, Episode 74

    Show notes

    What a year it was for the most famous gravel race in the world, Unbound. Set in Emporia, Kansas in June, it's not a question of if you will ride in bad weather, it's a question of when. And after two dry years, Unbound was due for a wet one and boy was it ever. The conditions may not have been ripe for speed but they sure were ripe for lessons and opportunities to overcome challenges. Meredith rode the 200 mile distance for the second time this year. In this episode, we talk about the lead in and race day - what went well, what didn't go so well, and what you can come back from if you're just willing to try.

    Great job to everyone who toed the line in Emporia, it was an epic, memorable, and challenging day!

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    1 hr 29 min
  9. Race Recap: Calgary Marathon Edition

    Show notes

    Alex ran the Calgary marathon for the third time on May 24th which marks her 10th marathon. In this episode, she speaks about her experience leading into the race, how different her race strategy was from her usual approach, how hard it was to stick to that race strategy, and what else goes into running a successful sub 3 hour marathon.

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    51 min
  10. Hannah Simms on The Fernie Gravel Grind, Women in Racing, and Where Gravel is Going

    Show notes

    Hannah Simms is on the show today! Hannah races gravel and MTB for Kona Bikes and The Easton Overland Team. And as impressive as she is on the bike, she is equally impressive in her work on the events and marketing side of things for Anything Goes Event Series who puts on our hometown race, The Fernie Gravel Grind. If you've done this race, you already know how special it is and no, it's not just because of the party! This was a really cool conversation that drifted from elite competition to mindset to events and back and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

    Oh and if you fancy riding bikes with us and many others in the Tactic community, consider joining us in Fernie in July to take on the Fernie Gravel Grind! You can find more on that race here: https://anythinggoeseventseries.com/

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    43 min
  11. Gone Phishing - Taper Tantrums and Sleazy Scammers

    Season 2, Episode 71

    Show notes

    With the Calgary marathon and Unbound 200 coming up, we (Alex and Meredith) are both in full on taper mode. Tapering is one of the most effective ways to get the most out of your training leading into a race but it doesn't happen without some mental and sometimes physical difficulty. This episode covers the science of tapering and how it works in practice.

    And in the spirit of mentally challenging situations, we tell the funny and emotionally fraught stories of Meredith's recent experience with scammers.

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    58 min
  12. Concretegate - End of an Era, More Lessons in AI, and Doing Things the Right Way

    Show notes

    Today's episode is for the die hards - those people in our community who have been following along with Meredith's concrete court saga. It's the facts versus a completely fabricated AI hypothesis. She serves up justice, hot and ready! But will it be enough to win this small claims case?

    If you are just jumping in, don't worry! There is enough background included to get the gist of the concrete fiasco. And this story is just too ridiculous not to share.

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    1 hr 29 min
  13. Revisting the Metabolic Toggles

    Season 2, Episode 57

    Show notes

    The two biggest inputs we have into our physiology and metabolism are what we eat and what we do for movement and exercise. There are 4 unique metabolic scenarios that emerge when modulating those two inputs and they underlie the process and progress a person makes towards their physical and health goals. This episode dives into the how, why, when, and for how long for each of these metabolic scenarios, that we call - The Metabolic Toggles.

    Citation:

    Relationship between changes in body weight and waist circumference in Japanese, PMCID: PMC2723379

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    1 hr 1 min
  14. So, what's the deal with Peptides?

    Season 2, Episode 58

    Show notes

    The story arch of the current peptide craze is mind bogglingly illogical. It is one of the most common things we get asked about which is kind of nuts because... we aren't doctors. This week, we dive into how this genuine (and not new) scientific revolution has been laundered into the latest wellness grift. We look at what research there actually is on peptides and discuss how the current US administration in combination with mega and micro health influencers are driving the surge in popularity while removing barriers to access. Science has been co-opted by experts and non-experts to fan the flames of establishment distrust and hyper-individualism, but at what cost to the consumer?

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    1 hr 31 min
  15. You want me to Theragun what? A spring endurance training update

    Show notes

    With the Calgary Marathon coming up for Alex and Unbound 200 for Meredith, spring training is in full swing and along with it all of the aches and pains that can be expected when volume is high! New this year, the concurrent self work that is somatic based therapy.

    In this episode, we dive into the structural changes present in both of our programs and how the more drastic training changes are going for Alex. We talk about he work through injuries and decide when to push and when to pull back. And we wrap up with a preview of where you can find us this summer!

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    1 hr 8 min
  16. Deb Armstrong on New Challenges, Giving Back, and Living Young

    Season 2, Episode 55

    Show notes

    Deb Armstrong is truly one of a kind. She is an Olympic gold medalist but as you will learn quickly in this episode, that accomplishment doesn't define who she is. After retiring from a successful World Cup racing career, Deb went on to get her degree in history from the University of New Mexico where she also learned more about who she was outside of her athletics. She jumped into ski coaching with both feet and went on to hold several high level coaching and directing roles where she helped develop some of the best young ski talent in the US.

    Deb's approach to coaching is playful, light, and distinctly unserious - despite being a very serious athlete for her entire life. Which tells you everything you need to know about her magic. She has an electric enthusiasm for sharing, coaching, and giving back.

    All of this comes through when you see her in action on her YouTube channel, Ski Strong, where she's published hundreds of coaching and instructional videos.

    We are so grateful to have spent time with Deb in Colorado and once again when recording this episode. It's rare to see someone live with such passion and curiosity for life. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did!

    You can find Deb's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@DebArmstrongSkiStrong

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    https://www.instagram.com/armstrong.deb/

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    1 hr 12 min
  17. Raising the Floor - The Dos and Don'ts of Improving Aerobic (and Life) Capacity

    Season 2, Episode 54

    Show notes

    Alex and Meredith Dive into aerobic development, the 2 ventilatory thresholds (VT1, VT2), zone 2 training, field testing for everyday athletes, the downsides to intensity training, and how the same concepts that are fundamental to aerobic training are also present in strength training, skill development, and non-athletic pursuits as well.

    This episode is full to the gills of information! If you find this episode interesting and want to learn in more detail, we would recommend Training for the Uphill Athlete by Scott Johnson and The Norwegian Method by Brad Culp.

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    1 hr 33 min
  18. The Power of Yes

    Show notes

    Can one word change your life? Yes. Pun intended. Yes embodies a way of being and making decisions that can sometimes feel against the grain, scary, and add odds with a felt sense of safety and comfort. But often that area of discomfort, if leaned into, precipitates tremendous growth. In this episode, we walk through some personal stories where we said YES to opportunities, invitations, and ways of thinking that have helped us grow as humans.

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    1 hr 10 min
  19. Adventures in Artificial Intelligence - Part 1

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    Artificial intelligence is undoubtedly here to stay but the way people choose to use it has implications beyond the obvious. Join us as we discuss AI use in the coaching and creative spaces and how coming face to face with a moral and monetary dilemma has forced us to grapple with the very real impacts of artificial intelligence in business.

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    1 hr 13 min
  20. Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes! Alex's New Approach (and Coach) for Hybrid Training

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    If you know Alex, you know that she struggles with change. Especially big ones. And you also probably know how seriously she takes her training for running, strength, and triathlon. Which makes changing coaches and training programs probably the biggest and most impactful change that she's made since deciding to step away from a legal career.

    And a change that big deserves a podcast episode! So for this episode, we are diving deep on the drivers behind making a training change like this and how she is handling it mentally.

    Whether your interests lie in training and program design for hybrid training or in the more personal side of things, this episode is for you.

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