#277: We Accidentally Signed Up for the World’s Hardest Marathon

Maya Rolston is a nutritionist based in Hong Kong dedicated to helping women unlock confidence, improve their relationship with food, and achieve their health and performance goals. Today, Maya shares her personal journey — from early insecurities and unhealthy habits to becoming a trusted expert in nutrition. She reveals practical strategies to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset, develop sustainable habits, and find peace with food. Maya combines science-backed advice with a compassionate approach, guiding her clients to break free from restrictive diets and negative habits. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH MAYA Reach her on Instagram: instagram.com/mayarolstonnutrition Apply for her 1-on-1 nutrition coaching: mayarolstonnutrition.com THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education

John Keane is a high performance and mindset coach dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and individuals break out of their current limitations to become the person they truly want to become. Ed sits with John to share powerful stories, practical tools, and transformative insights on overcoming self-sabotage, shifting mindsets, and rewiring habits that hold us back. Discover how to deconstruct limiting patterns, embrace your future self, and create lasting change – whether you're feeling stuck in your career, habits, or beliefs. It’s time to rethink what’s possible and take actionable steps toward the life and success we desire. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH JOHN Reach her on Instagram: instagram.com/john.keane_coach THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education

The CrossFit Semifinals just wrapped up and we have thoughts! Are current Semifinals a chaotic, inconsistent mess? Does the variation in tests, length, and quality leave athletes and fans confused about what truly determines fitness? Ed and Ant propose a reimagining of this stage of the CrossFit season. From standardized testing to smarter programming, they challenge the status quo and lay out a blueprint for a fairer, more credible path to the CrossFit Games. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH TAMMI & CAL Tammi: instagram.com/tamarind111 Cal: instagram.com/calbowness THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education

Meg McDermott just competed at the Far East Throwdown and finished in the top 10 Meg sits with Chris to reveal the long road that brought her to this competition floor and how it was a celebration of resilience and growth. She shoes what it truly means to train with purpose, embrace challenge, and find strength both in body and mind. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH MEG Reach her on Instagram: instagram.com/meganjoy.m  THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com  Instagram:  instagram.com/theprocessprogramming  Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education 

Cal and Tammi just completed the legendary Conquer the Wall marathon, a race unlike any other. Blending trail running, mountain climbing, and sheer survival, this marathon takes place on the Great Wall of China. Cal and his coach Tammi share their epic journey, the mental battles they faced, and the profound lessons learned about resilience, community, and pushing beyond limits. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH TAMMI & CAL Tammi: instagram.com/tamarind111 Cal: instagram.com/calbowness THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education

Dr. Erica Tse is a licensed chiropractor and member of Coastal Fitness, here with use today to demystify the world of chiropractic care. Dr. Tse sits with Chris to share her evidence-based approach to tackle common chiropractic myths. She offers how chiropractic can be a safe, effective, and data-driven treatment for pain, injury prevention, and long-term health. So, what’s the truth behind the cracks and pops that go with alignment? Let’s find out! THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH DR. TSE Dr. Tse’s Instagram: instagram.com/ericawltse_ Schedule an appointment at up!health: instagram.com/uphealthhk THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education

Claire Burley is a full-time professional rower of the Hong Kong national team Chris sits down with Claire to explore her inspiring journey from burnout to elite athlete. With insights into the demanding world of professional rowing, her experiences with a condition known as RED-S, her own neurodiversity, and personal growth, Claire reveals how sport can be a powerful tool for belonging, resilience, and self-discovery. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH CLAIRE Claire’s Instagram: instagram.com/cb.rowing Learn more about RED-S: instagram.com/project_reds_ Learn more about neurodiversity in sport: instagram.com/neurodiversesport THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education

Please welcome our newest addition to The Process HQ Team, Jeff Lam! From military service in Afghanistan to firefighting, and now coaching, Jeff tells an incredible story of resilience and growth. He shares with Ed raw insights on training in extreme conditions, the realities of military life versus Hollywood, and his mission to make fitness accessible for everyone. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH JEFF Jeff: instagram.com/jehphry THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education

Karan and Rue are HYROX Doubles team. They represent The Process as they prepare for the 2025 World Championships in Chicago. Chris going the dynamic duo as they highlight how communication, strategy, and trust are key to their success. How did they build their partnership, balance individual goals with team ambitions, and navigate race-day challenges? THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH RUE & KARAN Rue: instagram.com/mintytiger Karan: instagram.com/karansanjeev95 THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education

Tom Smith is the founder and head coach of Strive Fitness, a coaching organization based in Leeds, UK. Over the past four months, Tom has embraced an adventurous lifestyle by traveling across Asia while coaching his clients online. Ed sits with Tom to explore his beginnings in law to his service in the army, and ultimately to establishing his own fitness company. Tom shares the challenges and rewards of coaching remotely, how he adapts his approach to meet the needs of clients from different backgrounds. We also delve into the trending topic of hybrid training and how it’s reshaping the fitness industry. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN 📖 todaywellspent.com Save 10% on your purchase of their science-based daily journal with offer code THEPROCESS CONNECT WITH TOM Instagram: instagram.com/tom_strive Strive: instagram.com/striveleeds THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PROCESS PROGRAMMING Website: theprocessprogramming.com Instagram: instagram.com/theprocessprogramming Education: theprocessprogramming.com/coaching-education