The 249 Podcast

CrossFit 249

The 249 crew talk all aspects of health, fitness and nutrition.

  1. 04/20/2023

    Why do I gain weight when I start exercising?

    This week Nic and I answer a listener question - why do I gain weight when I start exercising? Especially weight training. We also talk about how to navigate the scale and to use it effectively.

  2. 04/06/2023

    Do I need a belt?

    The first of our quick-fire questions this week with the question - Do I need a weightlifting belt/knee sleeves/wrist straps etc In this quick episode, we tell you where you probably want to spend your money and what to avoid.

  3. 03/29/2023

    Building a Bulletproof Mind

    This week we're joined by Jacob, RAF veteran and all-round fitnesser, to talk about building a bulletproof mind. We discuss how a military mindset can be utilised for the everyday athlete, learning to love the journey, and how your experiences in the gym translate to life outside of the gym. We apologise for the audio quality - technology!

  4. 03/22/2023

    Women's Health - Busting Common Myths

    Does lifting weights make you bulky? What's the difference between bulky and toned? Fat makes you fat. Carbs make you fat. What are we supposed to eat‽ Muscle weighs more than fat 😫 Should you train fasted? Does eating after 6pm make you gain fat?

  5. 03/16/2023

    Nutrition - Your Questions Answered

    This week Nic and Courtney answer common member questions regarding nutrition.

  6. 03/08/2023

    CrossFit is for Every Body

    This week Courtney, Bernie and Nic discuss why CrossFit is perceived as too difficult or not for everybody and how we make it as accessible as possible at 249!

  7. 02/15/2023

    Women's Health - Body Image

    This month Nic and I talk about body image and particularly how it can change around your cycle. We discuss ways improve your self-perception and how it's perfectly normal to be dissatisfied with your body sometimes! We do mention body dysmorphia and topics that others might find triggering - if so, please skip this episode and we'll see you next week for a discussion on nutrition!

  8. 02/08/2023

    The Perception of Gender in Health and Fitness Part 2

    We finish our chat with Gwyn about his experiences living as both male and female. We discuss genders and RX in CrossFit, what inclusivity really means, feeling comfortable in the gym and being weighed at the Doctors! Please note, we briefly mention eating disorders. There's no in-depth discussion but the wording is mentioned. If this is difficult for you, please skip this episode and we'll see you next week!

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The 249 crew talk all aspects of health, fitness and nutrition.

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  • Creator
    CrossFit 249
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © CrossFit 249
  • Show Website
    The 249 Podcast