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030 : Psychology is More Contagious than the Flu

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.

029 : Why You Stopped Respecting Yourself

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.

028 : Why Coffee is the Best Performance Drug

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.

027 : Fitness Fact or Fiction - Supplements

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.

026 : Your Grip Predicts Your Longevity - Not Your Lifts

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

025 : Dr. Keagan Barrett

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.

024 : The Cost of Playing it Safe: A Predictable Breakdown of Physical, Cognitive, and Spiritual Performance

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.

023 : The Rise of Physique Culture and Death of Functional Strength

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.

022 : What Onwards Really Means

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.

021 : Skill over Suffering

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.

020 : Discomfort is a Compass

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.

019 : Victim Ideology Nearly Killed Me

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.

018 : Pain is a Portal

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.

017 : You don't love the work, you just fear the silence.

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.

016 : Discipline vs Devotion, What really drives transformation?

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.

015 : Fitness is Currency

Its not just finances that you should invest in early on.Make decent decisions... often.Onwards.

014 : Q&A #1

Today we discuss goal setting and the nuance behind our own personal training. How can we get the results we want? What do we do when we are stuck?Email your questions to: whatsburied@gmail.comOnwarfs

013: Alex Dollard

How can we beautifully blend our 3 pillars of being and abstain from the compulsions that ultimately limit our ability to benefit the cosmos? Bring a pen and paper, my friends.Alex and I first met while training at @artistabjj and luckily we ended up speaking more, inevitably curating some camaraderie over the world’s most unifying and beloved drug… coffee. Alex is currently a Jiu jitsu practitioner who is amidst his own personal pursuit of self mastery and reliance. He is a full time website developer giving him a unique opportunity to create and bring to life what others cannot. I’ve seen it, it’s amazing. Being as well read as he is, he has developed particular interests in the fields of sociology, spirituality, and self sufficiency which will certainly be unpacked. In addition, Alex has traveled the world which has created tons of stories. Of course, we will explore these topics of self discovery and see how we can find purpose within our efforts. Mapping out our meaning, if you will.

012 : Set Your Intentions

Imagine who you can be and then aim single mindedly at that. We are so aware of all that is going around us. We search and search for the answers that be, but the truth of truths is that the answer... could be me?Find your perfect day on episode 12.

011 : Pain and Return to Play

Social media has done a really good job at generalizing pain and assuming its simplicity. However, pain is incredibly complex and our perception of it is individually based. What are basic rules to follow when dealing with our issues? How does strength and conditioning come in handy?How do you know if you are ready for your next step?Find out with episode 11.