Overtrained.Unsupervised Podcast

Karyn Guidry & Amber Tait

🎙️ @ambertait & @misskgfit Hybrid racing. Unhinged banter. Oversharing. Over training. Two besties navigating the sport, the chaos and their questionable decisions that built them. 

  1. Episode 13: Alex Bolowich Handling Pressure and Performing Under Stress

    04/04/2025

    Episode 13: Alex Bolowich Handling Pressure and Performing Under Stress

    In this episode of the Power Moves podcast, Amber Tait and Karyn engage with mental performance specialist Alex Bolowich to explore the critical role of mindset in athletic performance. They discuss various topics including managing pre-competition stress, the impact of imposter syndrome, the influence of parental approval, and the connection between thoughts and physical performance. Alex shares practical strategies for athletes to enhance their mental game, such as breathwork and mindfulness, and emphasizes the importance of understanding and regulating one's physiological state to achieve optimal performance. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the psychological aspects of endurance and strength training, discussing personal preferences and the mental barriers athletes face. They explore the importance of mindfulness, visualization techniques, and strategies for overcoming challenges in sports. The discussion emphasizes the need to focus on the experience rather than the outcome, and how understanding one's motivations can enhance performance. The conversation concludes with insights on managing expectations in competitive environments. keywords mental performance, sports psychology, competition stress, imposter syndrome, parental influence, external approval, athlete mindset, performance anxiety, breathwork, mindfulness, endurance, strength, mindfulness, visualization, performance, mental strength, sports psychology, overcoming challenges, expectations, athlete mindset

    45 min
  2. Episode 11: Vo2 Max & Metabolic Testing: Unlocking Performance with Nick Tersigni

    10/03/2025

    Episode 11: Vo2 Max & Metabolic Testing: Unlocking Performance with Nick Tersigni

    In this episode of the Power Moves podcast, hosts Karyn and Amber welcome Nick Tersigni from the One Academy Wellness Lab. They delve into the significance of metabolic testing, particularly VO2 testing, and how it can enhance athletic performance. Nick shares insights from his background in sports and mental health coaching, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's metabolic rate and heart rate zones for effective training. The conversation covers various testing methods, the role of data in optimizing performance, and strategies for both elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts to improve their training outcomes. In this engaging conversation, Nick Tersigni shares insights on athletic improvement, the significance of understanding heart rate zones, and the importance of retesting for optimal performance. The discussion also delves into the concept of body battery, surprising results from fitness testing, and the impact of the menstrual cycle on athletic performance. Nick highlights the growth of One Academy and its wellness lab, emphasizing the importance of personalized training and nutrition. Keywords metabolic testing, VO2 max, performance optimization, fitness training, athlete strategies, wellness lab, heart rate management, endurance training, sports science, health and fitness, athletic improvement, heart rate zones, fitness testing, body battery, menstrual cycle, performance, nutrition, wellness lab, endurance training, coaching

    41 min

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🎙️ @ambertait & @misskgfit Hybrid racing. Unhinged banter. Oversharing. Over training. Two besties navigating the sport, the chaos and their questionable decisions that built them.