The Consistency Project
By EC Synkowski
The Consistency ProjectNov 29, 2023
on a Balanced Life: Strategies for Cultivating Health, Wealth, and Time w/ Jon Gilson
We’re excited to bring you another episode where we delve into the concept of personal freedom and its relationship with health, wealth, and time. In this conversation with Jon Gilson, co-founder of Optimal Agency, we explore the three pillars of personal freedom and how they can be developed and balanced in our lives.
Expect to Learn:
✦ The key elements of personal freedom: health, wealth, and time
✦ The six fundamental rules of health and their impact on overall well-being
✦ Behaviors and habits that support personal growth and transformation
✦ Strategies for building routines and setting boundaries for a balanced life
✦ Practical tips for achieving serenity and agency through health, wealth, and time
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on The Mediterranean Diet: Decoding its Popularity and Benefits
As we dive into the world of the Mediterranean diet, we explore its popularity, benefits, and the science behind it. Join us as we unravel the research, examine the significance of adherence to the diet, and shed light on the diverse range of phytochemicals present in plant-based foods.
Expect to Learn:
✦ The significance of dietary patterns in overall health and well-being
✦ The association between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and reduced health risks
✦ The role of nutrient synergy in the effectiveness of the diet
✦ Exploring the vast array of phytochemicals and their potential health benefits
✦ Understanding the challenges and opportunities in optimizing nutrition with phytochemical-rich foods
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Diet & Sleep: Nourishing Your Way to a Good Night's Rest
In this episode, we aim to unravel the intricate relationship between diet and sleep, providing insights and practical tips to enhance the quality of your rest.
Expect to Learn:
✦ The recommended amount of sleep and its impact on health
✦ The significance of sleep quality and its various measurements
✦ The association between nutrition and sleep patterns
✦ The effects of processed and sugary foods on sleep
✦ Practical tips to improve sleep quality through diet
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on the Fight Against Sarcopenia: Strategies to Maintain Muscle Mass as We Age
We're about sarcopenia, which is the natural loss of muscle mass as we age. But don’t worry, it's not all doom and gloom. We'll explore the mechanisms behind sarcopenia, discuss the factors that contribute to its onset, and most importantly, uncover strategies to counter and even reverse its effects.
Expect to Learn:
✦ The background and diagnosis of sarcopenia
✦ The impact of aging on muscle loss and strength decline
✦ The potential mechanisms behind sarcopenia
✦ Strategies to mitigate and reverse sarcopenia
✦ The importance of nutrition and exercise in preserving muscle mass
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Diabetes & Chronic Disease: A Conversation with Med School Students
In this episode, EC talks with med students from Drexel University and answers a wide-ranging set of questions, including her insights on how physicians and dietitians can better collaborate, the science behind nutrition advice, and practical tips for maintaining a healthy diet amidst a busy schedule.
Expect to Learn
✦ The role of a dietitian in medical nutrition therapy
✦ The common misconceptions about nutrition advice from physicians
✦ How physicians and dietitians can collaborate effectively
✦ Specific guidelines for patients newly diagnosed with diabetes
✦ The importance of realistic and sustainable dietary habits for busy individuals
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Separating Fact from Fiction: Unraveling Social Media's Nutrition Myths
In this episode, we explore six of the most prevalent social media myths I consistently see online.
Here's what you can expect to learn:
✦ The truth about the role of salt in our diet
✦ Debunking the myth of fruit being high in sugar
✦ Understanding the facts about artificial sweeteners and their impact on weight
✦ Unraveling the truth behind the toxicity of seed oils
✦ Examining the relationship between carbs, insulin, and weight gain
🔗 Get full show notes and timestamps
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Becoming a Healthy Eater: Reaffirming Your Identity One Choice at a Time, w/ Adam Bornstein
This week, EC and best-selling author Adam Bornstein delve into the mindset shift needed for successful nutrition and health transformations, the importance of process goals, and the three pillars of healthy eating.
Expect to Learn:
✦ The impact of self-perception on behavior and the power of believing in your ability to be healthy.
✦ The dangers of striving for perfection and the importance of embracing variation and flexibility in your approach.
✦ How to reaffirm your identity as a healthy eater with every positive choice you make.
✦ The role of process goals in achieving long-term success and breaking free from the cycle of extreme dieting.
✦ Understanding the three pillars of healthy eating and how they can guide your nutritional choices.
🔗 Learn more about becoming a 3 Pillars Coach
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Blue Zones: An In-Depth Look at the Regions Where Age is Just a Number
We’re diving into the world of Blue Zones, exploring the intriguing phenomenon of these unique geographical areas where the chances of living a long and healthy life are significantly higher than in other parts of the world.
Expect to Learn:
✦ The locations of the Blue Zones and their remarkable statistics on longevity
✦ The importance of lifestyle choices, such as diet and exercise, in the Blue Zone communities
✦ The role of social support and sense of purpose in promoting well-being and longevity
✦ The impact of environmental factors, such as walkability and access to healthy food, in shaping healthy habits
✦ Practical tips on how to incorporate Blue Zone principles into your own life for enhanced longevity and well-being.
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Mastering the Mindset of Nutrition with Mark England
In this episode, EC and Mark England discuss the significance of mindset in attaining health and fitness goals. They emphasize how our self-narratives shape our outcomes and how the speed of our thoughts impacts our ability to make positive changes. The concept of victim mentality is explored, highlighting its hindrance to progress.
Some actionable advice you’ll get when you tune in:
📍 Recognize and challenge projections by taking responsibility for our own actions.
📍 Be mindful of negations and reframe negative thoughts into positive statements.
📍 Write down your thoughts and examine them to gain clarity and perspective.
📍 Focus on the future and set goals that align with your desired outcomes.
📍 Practice using empowering language and affirmations to shift our mindset towards success.
🔗 Learn more about Mark and Enlifted
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on the Limitations of Wearable Fitness Trackers
This week, we have a coaching call EC hosted recently with a listener named Nate. They talk about the limitations of wearable devices in tracking fitness and the importance of relying on performance and individual experience as indicators of training status.
Actionable advice:
· When assessing progress, consider factors beyond wearable metrics, such as sleep quality and overall well-being.
· Understand and respect one's own limits in training and performance.
· Take rest periods and listen to the body's signals for optimal fitness.
· Prioritize consistency in training, rest, and nutrition for long-term fitness goals.
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Making Food Prep Easy, w Jessica B from the Real Food Dietitians
This week, EC talks with Jessica Beacom of the Real Food Dietitians. They discuss different meal prep strategies and tips for maintaining a healthy diet. They highlight the significance of meal planning, prepping proteins ahead of time, and using sauces and seasonings to enhance the flavor of pre-cooked meals. Additionally, they share ideas for convenient and simple meals, such as sheet pan meals and adult lunchables.
🔑 Takeaways:
✓ Involve children in meal planning and preparation to encourage their interest in healthier foods.
✓ Batch prep proteins and use sauces or pan juices to keep them moist and flavorful when reheating.
✓ Use frozen vegetables as a convenient and nutritious option for meal prep.
✓ Create meal options like sheet pan meals or “adult lunchables” that include a balance of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and colorful vegetables.
✓ Expose children to new foods multiple times and serve them alongside familiar foods to increase their acceptance over time.
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🔗 Real Food Dietitians Website
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Eating Foods in the “Right” Order & Nutrient Density (Hot Cakes #07)
We’re back with another round of Hot Cakes, where Patrick presents three things he’s come across recently that he wanted my thoughts on. This round, we’re talking about whether eating foods in the right order should be a thing, whether watercress is the healthiest food in the world, and whether we should go to the gym to burn calories.
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media. Full Disclaimer
on How to Gain Muscle and Lose Fat (aka Body Recomposition)
Wanting to gain muscle and lose fat (what we can also call “body recomposition”) drives many of the folks I work with. So we’re talking about it, getting into why some people can pursue both simultaneously while others have to go through a specific bulk and cut phase. We’re also delving into the various factors determining whether body recomposition is possible, such as protein intake, total caloric intake, muscular and body fat levels, and training frequency and intensity.
Here are some of the specific tips we dive into:
- Eat a high enough level of protein to support lean mass gains
- Be in a slight caloric deficit
- Avoid jumping into severe caloric deficits
- Emphasize consistent training and lifestyle factors, such as getting enough sleep
- Avoid rushing the process
- Establish goals and reevaluate them after achieving the desired level of leanness
- Take into account performance and desired changes in appearance when reevaluating goals
🔗 Full show notes can be found here
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on the Most Underrated Nutrient
Fiber has numerous health benefits, including reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and colon cancer. It also seems to help with weight loss and plays a role in appetite and satiety. Yet, it’s estimated that only 5% of us are getting enough. We’re discussing why fiber is underrated and how to get more.
🔗 Full show notes can be found here
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Explaining The Three Pillars Method™ (with Rory Mckernan)
This week, I’m joined by longtime CrossFit OG Rory McKernan to talk about my history in CrossFit, my rationale behind the Three Pillars Method™, and my hope for the future of the business.
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Longevity with a Low Protein and Fasting Mimicking Diet
This week, we’re discussing the recommendations made by Valter Longo in his book "The Longevity Diet.” We’re talking through the nine principles of the diet, why we should be hesitant to extrapolate too much from mice studies, the benefits of prolonged fasting, and more.
🔗 Full show notes can be found here
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Naked Carbs & Tom Brady’s Diet (Quick Bites #22)
Your questions are back in the spotlight this week. We’re answering 5, all about protein, and talking about I don’t recommend 1g of PRO per pound, how to get more protein in the day, why protein powders might be causing you to have gas, and more!
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EXPECT TO LEARN:
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📍 My recommended range for protein intake for most people (and why)
📍 The main challenge with a daily protein target of 150g or more
📍 Why I think Tom Brady’s diet is perfect (for him)
📍 Three strategies for getting more protein in every day
📍 My thoughts on “naked carbs” 🔗 Full show notes can be found here
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media. Full Disclaimer
on Nitrates - Harmful Additive or Performance Enhancer?
Are nitrates in food something to avoid, or might they actually be a performance enhancer? To find out, we’re talking about where nitrates come from, the problem with nitrate supplementation, and the role of fruits and vegetables play in our performance.
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📍 Where nitrates and nitrites come from
📍 The difference between nitrates in vegetables and processed meats
📍 Why we don’t need to fear added nitrates in processed meats
📍 The problem with using beet root juice for testing
📍 Why the solution (as it usually does) comes down to more fruits and veg
🔗 Full show notes can be found here
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on the Galveston, Slow Carb, and Specific Carbohydrate Diets
We’ve got another Diet Review for you this week. As we’ve done in the past, we’re looking at three diets you’ve asked about to see better understand their claims, who they may be for (or not for), a few red flags to look out for, and more.
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📍 Why we probably shouldn’t be looking for “new” diets that work
📍 How including lots of scientific references can trick us into believing something is legit
📍 My thoughts on the effectiveness (or danger) of “cheat days”
📍 Why approaches or products designed to solve a specific health condition is a red flag
🔗 Full show notes can be found here
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Eating Less by Eating More (Coaching Call #5)
I recently chatted with listener Susan about how to recover from a foot injury and weight gained during the pandemic. in this coaching call, we talked about strategies for increasing her daily protein, why it’s so radical to suggest addition and not restriction, how to accurately get your own protein target, and more.
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EXPECT TO LEARN:
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📍 An easy strategy for increasing daily protein intake
📍 Why increased protein acts as a lever to decrease overall caloric consumption
📍 Why strength training is just as good a weight loss strategy as cardio
📍 How adding more exercise for weight loss can result in the opposite result
📍 Why sometimes our problem is that our standards are just not strict enough
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Feeding Kids, w/ Miranda Alcaraz & Kim McIntyre
I recently visited the folks at Street Parking and got the chance to talk with co-founder Miranda Alcarez and Ops Manager Kim McIntyre about how they approach encouraging healthy eating habits with their kids.
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EXPECT TO LEARN:
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📍 How to help kids detach emotion from eating
📍 The role and importance of modeling healthy eating behaviors
📍 Why bad moods are opportunities to talk about food and fueling
📍 Some suggestions on how to handle snacks
📍 Some hacks to ensure you eat healthy even when super busy
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Fueling for CrossFit Competitions (Quick Bites #21)
Your questions are back this week! We’re focusing on questions about how to improve our fitness through nutrition. We’re talking about supplements, protein timing, third-party supplement testing, the importance of accurate measurement, and much more.
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📍 How to fuel before and during a CrossFit competition
📍 Why we shouldn’t worry about our blood sugar is doing every minute of the day
📍 One thing that should cause you to pause when you see a supplement study
📍 Why perception isn’t always accurate when it comes to caloric intake
📍 What’s more important than what kind of protein you take in (and when you get it)
🔗 Full show notes can be found here
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Cancer Prevention, w/ Krystle Zuniga
Krystle Zuniga holds a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences, is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian, and is a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition. She joins us this week to talk about dietary strategies to prevent cancer, why there’s never any reason for guilt post-diagnosis, and the public’s misguided understanding of what causes cancer.
📍 Find Krystle on Instagram and at her website.
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📍 Which cancer-causing myths we can safely ignore
📍 What the science tells us about what actually can prevent cancers
📍 Why nutritional approaches to preventing cancers are different than treating them
📍 The question you should ask when you see the headlines about cancer risks
📍 Whether any specific dietary patterns (like fasting) show signs of preventing cancers
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on the One Food to Avoid
While just about anything can be part of a healthy diet, there is one thing we could restrict or avoid that would have almost nothing but upside. That thing? Sugar-sweetened beverages. We dive into why that is, some of the challenges around fixing the problem, and more.
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📍 What counts under the umbrella term of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs)
📍 Whether it’s the sugar or the calories that are the biggest problem
📍 How SSBs differ from things like cookies, brownies, and other sugar-laden foods
📍 Why diet sodas might not be the worst substitution to non-diet versions
📍 Why taxes on SSBs don’t seem to have any effect on consumption
🔗 Full show notes can be found here
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Getting Out of the Weeds, w/ Dr Adrian Chavez
Dr. Adrian Chavez has a Ph.D. in Nutrition and Health Promotion, hosts The Nutrition Science podcast, and is a trusted source of information on Instagram. We talk this week about how to get out of the weeds, nutritional half-truths, and much more!
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EXPECT TO LEARN:
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📍 If you should be worried about the cooking oil you’re using
📍 What bioavailability is and how cooking affects it
📍 Whether you need to care about “food combining” rules
📍 Why there are no clear trends among those with digestive issues
📍 Whether you should be concerned with frozen fruits and veggies
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Exercise in a Pill & Wonder Bread (Hot Cakes 06)
Hot Cakes are back! Patrick presents three topics he’s been curious about lately, and we discuss. This time around, we’re talking about science getting closer to putting exercise into pill form, the debate over chocolate milk in schools, and the role that fortification has had in US history.
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EXPECT TO LEARN:
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📍 If we’re getting closer to having exercise (or the benefits of exercise) in a pill
📍 Why food regulations are probably not the solution to chronic weight gain
📍 How school districts decide what food is allowed in their cafeterias
📍 Why there are absolutely benefits of modernization of our food supply
📍 The importance of remembering the point of all this: to help people get healthier 🔗 Sign up for the email list
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Appealing Fictions and Being Self-Aware (Rebroadcast)
This week, we’ve got a chat Patrick and I had with Ben Bergeron on the Chasing Excellence pod. We talk about how to sell health fundamentals, why we fall victim to quick fixes, and how adherence to a plan is more important than the plan.
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EXPECT TO LEARN:
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📍 Why I don’t have before/after photos on my website and social media
📍 How our biology makes us susceptible to chasing aesthetics over function
📍 Why pursuing health and wanting a six-pack aren’t always in line
📍 The difference between the prescription and your adherence to it
📍 The only way a CrossFit gym can guarantee results
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EBOOKS:
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🔗 #800gChallenge® Ebook
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
🔗 Sign up for the email list
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ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.
on Zone 2, CrossFit Injuries, & Training Volume (Quick Bites #20)
Your questions are back this week, and this time we’re focusing exclusively on fitness topics. We’re talking about changing your approach in the gym from sport-focused and health-focused, why the answer is rarely “do more,” the misconceptions around CrossFit and injuries, and more.
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EXPECT TO LEARN:
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📍 Why training for health (not sport) can sometimes feel like you’re not doing enough
📍 The value of adding Zone 2 training for CrossFitters
📍 How to balance seasonal, outdoor training with consistent time in the gym
📍 Whether CrossFit is more dangerous than doing a linear strength program for an older athlete
📍 How to get strong with isometric movements vs external loading movements
🔗 Full show notes can be found here
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EBOOKS:
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🔗 #800gChallenge® Ebook
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ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
=========
ABOUT US
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📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter and podcaster. Find him on social media.