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Everything is adaptation.Stress isn’t the problem, it’s the process.This episode breaks down how the body and mind use pressure as information, why discomfort means growth, and how to turn change into capability instead of chaos.

Beau Crisp, creator of Buried in the Bones, explores the psychology, physiology, and meaning behind recovery.This episode breaks down why you can heal and still feel broken and the science of pain, identity, and confidence. We answer the question, "what does it really take to come back whole?"Onwards.

Most people don’t quit because their body fails. They quit when breath breaks, identity shakes, and the nervous system interprets discomfort as threat. In this episode, we break down the psychology of fatigue, the Central Governor theory, breathing mechanics, and how to express more of your actual capacity under pressure. Onwards.

This episode is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before changing medication, nutrition, or training.GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro change how you lose weight — and what you lose.Nearly 40% of the weight comes from muscle and bone. That means smaller, slower, weaker.In this episode, Beau Crisp breaks down what’s actually happening under the hood — why strength, metabolism, and bone density crash on these meds, and how to train to protect them.Precise lifting. Real food. Smart recovery.Keep the structure intact.This episode is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before changing medication, nutrition, or training.Onwards.

Your nervous system adapts to exposure — not intention. In this episode, Beau Crisp (CSCS, FRCms) breaks down how light, temperature, clutter, and even social energy shape your nervous system, strength adaptation, and recovery. Learn how to audit your training environment so it starts coaching you — not fighting you.

Happiness, stress, even despair all spread like viruses. Studies show cortisol spikes just by watching stress, mirror neurons make us catch moods, and purpose itself can ripple across entire groups. In this episode, we dive into the science, show the stats, and give practical solutions to protect your mind, body, and spirit from infection and to make you the one who spreads resilience instead.

In this episode, Beau Crisp (CSCS) breaks down why self-respect collapses when you keep promises to everyone but yourself and how the nervous system encodes that betrayal. From the Norcross study on failed resolutions, to the Danziger parole study on decision fatigue, to dopamine research that proves why motivation always fades, this episode unpacks the science and psychology of self-trust.You’ll learn:
🦴 Why broken promises erode confidence at a biological level
🦴 How decision fatigue makes you default to quitting
🦴 Why motivation is just dopamine — and why it never lasts
🦴 The role of boundaries in protecting both body and mind
🦴 A system for rebuilding credibility with yourself, step by stepJust the truth about respect and how to earn it back.Onwards.

Coffee is the original pre-workout. It boosts strength by 3–5%, endurance by 2–12%, and reaction time up to 12%. In this episode, we break down the science, the numbers, cycling strategies, and the history of why caffeine is still the most effective performance enhancer on the planetOnwards.

A quick masterclass on supplements. This episode breaks down the billion-dollar industry into facts you can actually use: what works, what’s hype, and what’s dangerous. We cover creatine, protein, caffeine, fish oil, and the real role of multivitamins. We expose the scams and contamination issues that flood the market, then end with the only proven prescription for health and longevity: exercise.

Grip strength is one of the best indicators of your health, nervous system efficiency, and functional ability. Weak hands correlate with higher risk of death, heart problems, poor coordination, and loss of independence. This episode breaks down the science, the numbers, and how to train your grip to improve performance and longevity. buriedinthebones.com Onwards

Dr. Keagan Barrett on Pain, Performance, and the Gaps in Modern Physical TherapyEpisode Summary:Not all rehab is created equal and neither is the mindset behind it.In this episode, Beau Crisp, a Strength and Conditioning / Mobility Specialist sits down with Dr. Keegan Barrett, a sports PT and former collegiate pitcher who now works at the intersection of pain, performance, and high-level athletic rehab.They dive into:​Why athletes recover faster than the general population and what that reveals about belief, drive, and structure.​How modern PT overcomplicates pain management while underdelivering results.​The truth about tendinopathy and the misunderstood role of strength in healing.​Why youth athletes are breaking down and how the system’s failing them.​Balancing clinical expertise with real-world results, fatherhood, and being a business owner in an industry flooded with “experts.”Onwards.

Playing it safe in training isn’t harmless — it’s a slow, predictable breakdown. Physically, you lose robustness. Mentally, you lose adaptability. Spiritually, you lose the courage to face challenge anywhere in life. Drawing from Supertraining by Mel Siff, research on movement variability, and Viktor Frankl’s philosophy of meaning through hardship, this episode breaks down how over-sanitized training weakens every system you have — and how to bring productive risk back into your physical, cognitive, and spiritual practice.

Modern training made the body look strong, but move like a liability. In this episode we break down the rise of physique culture, the science behind higher injury rates in aesthetic-driven routines, and what real, usable strength actually looks like. With insights from Carl Jung, Viktor Frankl, and the NSCA.

In this episode, we break down what onwards really means:Devotion without applause, a decision.Physically. Mentally. Spiritually.You’ll hear what happens when the body moves before the mind is ready, why clarity follows motion not precedes it, and how real endurance becomes spiritual.Featuring quotes from Jordan Peterson, Viktor Frankl, and Carl Jung plus research on movement and nervous system resilience.Devotion without applause.buriedinthebones.com | Spotify + YouTubeMove. Think. Endure. Onwards.

You’re in pain because you’re clumsy, with your intent.This episode breaks down why suffering isn’t noble when it’s aimless and how skillful, intelligent training is the antidote.We talk movement, mindset, and Viktor Frankl.Precision over punishment. Mastery over martyrdom.Suffering is optional when skill becomes the standard.Listen now on Buried in the Bones.

You’re not lost, you’re too comfortable.This episode is a call back to pain, pressure, and purpose.We dive into Viktor Frankl’s existential philosophy, the psychology of avoidance, and how movement transforms discomfort into direction.If you’ve been drifting, this one’s your compass.Listen now on Buried in the Bones.

Stop playing the victim. It's time to take control of your life, your mind, and your body. In this episode, we break down how the victim mentality is holding you backphysically, mentally, and spiritually and how movement is the key to breaking free.We dive into the destructive cost of staying stuck in the victim narrative, how fitness and resistance can rewire your brain, and why it’s time to start taking responsibility for your own story. Movement is liberation, and the moment you decide to rise and act, everything changes.Reclaim your power. Listen now.

Pain isn’t something to fix, it’s something to face.In this episode of Buried in the Bones, we go deep into the psychology, spirituality, and physiology of pain and how it shapes us, breaks us, and opens the door to something real.You’ll hear why pain isn’t the enemy, it’s the invitation.A pattern disruptor. A spiritual initiation. A message your body’s been trying to deliver.This isn’t surface-level self-help.This is the work... in your mind, your muscles, your soul.If you’ve been running from the ache… this one’s for you.

You say it’s discipline, but it’s really distraction.This episode tears into the difference between devotion and obsession, and what’s hiding beneath the structure you cling to. We dig into the shadow not as theory, but as something pulsing in the body, looping in the mind, and begging to be heard by the soul.If your routine is just a way to outrun the silence, this one’s for you.Onwards, always.

Is lasting transformation born from sheer discipline—or something deeper? In this episode, we explore the powerful tension between discipline and devotion through the lens of mind, body, and spirit. From fitness routines to spiritual practices, from philosophical insights to psychological patterns, we unpack what truly fuels meaningful, sustainable change. Whether you're pushing through resistance at the gym or seeking clarity in your inner life, this conversation invites you to go beyond willpower and into purpose.Join us for a deep dive into the heart of transformation—and discover which force is really shaping your journey.