TWO | Riding Life's Waves: Knowing When to Push and Pull Back

Send us a text Ever feel caught between pushing harder and pulling back? That tension point is exactly what we explore in this candid conversation about navigating life"s demands while still pursuing your goals. In this episode, we break down the delicate art of knowing when to go all-in and when to conserve energy. This balance isn"t just about training—it"s a universal principle that applies to careers, relationships, and personal development. The concept of "minimum effective dose" becomes crucial during high-stress periods. We share how maintaining non-negotiables (nutrition, hydration, sleep) while adjusting training intensity helped us stay on track despite additional life demands.  Communication is key. Whether with your coach, training partner or life partner, transparency about life stressors allows for intelligent adjustments before burnout hits. We discuss how many athletes wait too long to communicate challenges, missing opportunities for proactive changes to their training and or schedule. Perhaps most valuable is our exploration of the power of planning. Even for the spontaneous among us like Nate, having a framework creates freedom rather than limitation. A good plan doesn"t mean rigid adherence—it means having direction when chaos strikes. The payoff for this strategic approach isn"t immediate gratification but sustainable progress toward meaningful goals. Whether you"re preparing for competition, career advancement, or simply trying to balance multiple life demands, mastering this push-pull dynamic could be your secret weapon. Ready to apply these principles to your training and life? Listen now, and let us know which strategies resonate most with your current challenges! Support the show Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow! - You can now become a Fortis After Hours Supporter by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you"d like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support - Follow us on social media for daily fitness and powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client success stories! @fortisfitnessstudio - HOSTED BY @lizribaudo_fortis @nateribaudo_fortis