The Hard Way - Anvil TD Podcast
By Anvil Training & Development
The Hard Way - Anvil TD PodcastJan 17, 2021
Evolved Squad Leader: Naomi Zee-Mckillop
Long time affiliate and business associate Naomi finally gave us the chance to sit down with her and chat about herself, her business, and what her goals are. Changing the perspective on how women should train and modern beauty standards, Naomi's background in training and competition give her an insight that others lack - giving her the ability to stay grounded in the reality of what health is.
Pushing Uphill
The latest Podcast episode, covering Dan's latest article. This episode covers an individual experience of dealing with mental illness, and the impact it has on one's decision making process. This episode aims to provide insight to those who have never experienced mental health concerns, and to let others who have shared similar negative experiences that they aren't alone.
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Live at 5 - Hot Boy Summer
What was meant to be a chat about training for and during Summer ended up being a mostly trash talking session - which we aren't ever upset about. Enjoy the conversation and enjoy Summer!
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Veteran Health Week
This week is DVA's designated week to focus on veteran health, so we chatted about the different facets of veteran health - including the ability to communicate with non-military members, as well as physical and mental health.
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Sleep and PTSD
This episode the team talks about an article that was shared with them, giving insight into what PTSD is - along with common issues it causes in relation to sleep and potential substance abuse problems.
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The Bench Press - Anvil Training Series 10
The next article in Marshall's training series, this time focusing on the bench press. The longest in the series so far, the article had a lot in it, and we've done our best to condense that information down into this episode!
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General Adaptation Syndrome
This episode covers off on Dan's article about the body's response to stress, both short and long term. Stress is more than just the feeling you get when you're running late, and the physiological changes your body goes through during stressful events can have a large impact on health.
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Mentality, Mindset, and Failing Forward - Anvil Training Series 9
Marshall's article on individual mentality for training is an insight into failure, learning, and overcoming.
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Don't Be Nervous: A Beginner's Guide to the Nervous System
This episode the team covers Dan's article on the human nervous system and how the body uses it to function. From conscious control of your muscles to the practicality of reflexes, everyone can find something interesting.
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Injury Prevention and Management - Anvil Training Series 8
The Anvil team talks Marshall's 8th addition to the training series, discussing injuries - both before, during and after they happen.
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Highs and Lows
This episode the team talks about Dan's article, covering experiencing, managing, improving and learning from emotional and mental low points which everyone will deal with at some point.
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Training for High Performance - Anvil Training Series 7
This episode, Marshall covers off on his article about training to a high level - and he doesn't mean being the 'strongest guy in your commercial gym'. Genetics, hard work, meal plans, PED's, and raw grit and determination are just parts of what makes an elite athlete.
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In the Interest of Time
The team talks Dan's article about the kinds of things we fill our time with, how they fit into our priorities, and ways to improve your schedule to fit in more of what you enjoy doing.
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Training for Power - Anvil Training Series 6
This episode, the team talks the next article in Marshall's training series - training for power.
We discuss what power is when compared to strength, why it's important, and how to train for it.
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Climbing the Steps to Confidence
This episode the team talks about Dan's article about confidence, with relation to individual ability, qualities and judgment.
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Training For Size - Anvil Training Series 5
This episode, the team talks Marshall's article about how to effectively train for size, the two kinds of building types, and what's needed outside of the gym to achieve hypertrophy.
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Military Culture
This episode, the Anvil team talks the article written by Dan about what it's like within the military, especially in combat corps - as the culture and social norms influence the attitudes and actions of the group.
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A Look at Beneficial Content
This episode, the Anvil team covers their article about written, digital and audible content which a lot of people may find beneficial for educating and learning about a variety of topics. If you're not sure where to start or are looking to branch out from your regular material - check it out!
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Preservation in Isolation
The Anvil team talks about the article "Preservation in Isolation", written by Dan.
This episode covers on some of the challenges that mandatory isolation and social distancing has presented, from the physical to mental - and what kind of strategies can be implemented to help mitigate their impact.
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General Health & Wellbeing: Anvil Training Series 3
This episode, the Anvil team chats about Marshall's article "General Health & Wellbeing", discussing what metrics matter when it comes to judging personal health - including how you can improve your own.
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The Pull: Anvil Training Series 2
This episode, the Anvil team talks the second instalment of Marshall's training series - The Pull.
Why is the pull important? Why don't enough people train it? Let's find out!
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Anvil Training Series 1 - The Push
Anvil podcast episode on the first instalment of the Anvil Training Series - written by Marshall.
This episode, we talk the push - what it is, common movements associated with it, and how to train it.
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Surviving Christmas Leave
The latest podcast episode, covering Marshall's article "Surviving Christmas Leave".
In this episode, we talk about what not to do when you go on leave from the military, common mistakes new members make, and the only thing that can get you kicked out of the military.
They're Still There, Until They Aren't: Part 2
Part 2 of Anvil's discussion on the article "They're Still There, Until They Aren't". This time around, the team goes more deeply into the evening that inspired this article, and the importance of keeping in touch with old friends.
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They're Still There, Until They Aren't: Part 1
Anvil talks their article 'They're Still There, Until They Aren't' on the first part of this two part episode. Part 1 is essentially a rant episode, which provides some context and insight into what military members experience during their transition out of the military.
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Sumo is Cheating
The Anvil team talks the article 'Sumo Is Cheating' on this episode of the podcast. Discussing Conventional and Sumo deadlift stances, why sumo isn't actually cheating, and why you should train both to improve.
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Live at 5 - 10 September 2020 || Psyched Up, or Silent?
Live stream from 10 September 2020.
The team talks the behind the scenes special on the hit song WAP, getting mentally prepared for the gym and how others respond to stimulus differently to others.
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Live at 5 - 09 September 2020 || Cleanliness Is Next to Godliness
Live stream from 09 September 2020.
The team talks on varying topics, then discusses gym hygiene and the increased cleaning required to stay safe during the current social climate.
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Live at 5 - 08 September 2020 || Important Gym Equipment
Live stream from 08 September 2020.
The team talks Marshall being told he has small legs, why that's not true and more importantly - important gym equipment to own for anyone looking to have their own home gym.
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Train Smart, Fight Easy
Anvil T&D's most recent article podcast episode, recorded 07 September 2020.
The team talks about the article 'Train Smart, Fight Easy' - where they discuss ideal programming for combat soldiers, using a program which was designed and implemented within an infantry battalion.
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Live at 5 - 04 September 2020 || Drinking, Video Games, and De-loading?
Live stream from 04 September 2020.
The team talks giving up certain vices to better facilitate hobbies, the modern cognitive benefits of video games, and de-loading as part of your training programming.
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Live at 5 - 03 September 2020 || Steady State Suffering
Live stream from 03 September 2020.
The team talks steady state cardio, how it can be used effectively and why it may be used inappropriately within the fitness industry.
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Live at 5 - 01 September 2020 || Directors Cut
Live stream from 01 September 2020.
The team talks managing small teams, learning valuable skills for business and life, and why experience is finally getting the respect it deserves over formal education.
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Live at 5 - 31 August 2020 || Just Don't Be Weak lol
Live stream from 31 August 2020.
The team talks strength training for rehabilitation, and using resistance as a means to improve quality of life after an injury. Also how you can improve your sales as a coffee brand...
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Wanting to Do, and Doing
Latest podcast episode from Anvil T&D.
The team talks about the two kinds of motivation, discipline, and how they can both be used to benefit your goal setting and daily life.
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Live at 5 - 28 August 2020 || Instagram Lied To Me
Live stream from 28 August 2020.
The team talks the influence of social media on the general populations expectations - in regards to training and life.
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Live at 5 - 27 August 2020 || Pre-Workout Makes You GO-GO
Live stream from 27 August 2020.
The team talks pre-workout - the benefits, down sides, and other lies the guy at the supplement store told you.
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Wild West Wednesday - 26 August 2020 || Getting Older
Live stream from 26 August 2020.
The team talks getting older, the advantages and disadvantages of living forever, and the sexuality of immortal creatures.
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Live at 5 - 25 August 2020 || Zombie Apocalypse 101: Buy Toilet Paper
Live stream from 25 August 2020.
The team talks how the virus has affected business and personal lives, the permanent changes its fast tracked and why toilet paper must be the key to survival.
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Live at 5 - 24 August 2020 || It's Simple Math and Science, Chelsea!
Live stream from 24 August 2020.
The team talks education and their experience with traditional teaching methods, what's considered 'smart' and how it may not be as applicable as it once was.
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Live at 5 - 21 August 2020 || You Guys Are Paying For Healthcare?
Live stream from 21 August 2020.
The team talks the importance of rest in a program, how technology is replacing some jobs and the absurdity of America's healthcare system.
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Live at 5 - 20 August 2020 || Why You Suck at Video Games
Live stream from 20 August 2020.
The team talks how the brain learns effectively as opposed to traditional repetition, and why men's hygiene products are marketed so differently to women's.
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Wild West Wednesday - 19 August 2020 || WAP: An Intellectual Deep Dive
Live stream from 19 August 2020.
The team talks Cardi B's latest hit single 'WAP', working through the lyrics and exploring what this work of modern lyrical art means to each of us and how it can be applied to daily life.
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Live at 5 - 18 August 2020 || Guys Can Be Little Spoons Too
Live stream from 18 August 2020.
The team talks gender dynamics when cuddling, and how traditional views on masculinity are robbing each of us of an enjoyable position for cuddling.
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Live at 5 - 17 August 2020 || Losing Your VirGYMity
Live stream from 17 August 2020.
The team talks being critical of information and looking into what your being told, popular forms of programming and why they all got into the gym.
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Live at 5 - 14 August 2020 || I Think We're Off Topic Again
Anvil live stream from 14 August 2020.
The team was supposed to talk about their experience starting out at the gym, but ended up discussing how they'd fair in combat against certain animals in the wild.
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Live at 5 - 13 August 2020 || Keeping Up With the Technologies
Anvil live stream from 13 August 2020.
The team talks technology and its constant advancements, how it can be used to benefit your business and yourself.
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Wild West Wednesday - 12 August 2020 || Adventuring Out of Pallet Town
Anvil live stream from 12 August 2020.
The team talks becoming Pokemon Trainers, and why whoever picks the Grass type Pokemon as their starter is inferior.
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Live at 5 - 11 August 2020 || Psychiatrist vs Psychologist 1v1 Death Match
Anvil live stream from 11 August 2020.
The team talks the difference between a psychiatrist and psychologist in the mental health profession, and how they both benefit mental health treatment.
Live at 5 - 10 August 2020 || Getting Slightly Off Topic
Anvil live stream from 10 August 2020.
The team talks accidentally joining a yoga cult, Nathan's totally rational fear of board games, and finally discussing the value of overhead movements.
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