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Hi I'm Crystal - a bodybuilder and Mountaineer. I also just happen to be autistic. Join me as we talk about bodybuilding, mountaineering, and what it's like to do both when you're disabled. We'll talk a lot about overcoming odds and finding ways to get around your own weaknesses. Not everything I ta…

Crystal Rapoza


    • Mar 8, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    NUTRITION Magnesium

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 16:43


    In this episode, we'll talk about magnesium. First, we'll visit a case study of Annie who is having trouble sleeping after cutting out dark chocolate. Then, we'll discuss the benefits and functions of magnesium and how it may be able to help Annie. Full Transcript and References: https://www.autiebuilders.com/transcripts * * * Website: https://www.autiebuilders.com/​ Instagram: https://instagram.com/AutieBuilder​ Facebook: ​https://facebook.com/AutieBuilders Twitter: https://twitter.com/autiebuilders Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/autiebuilder YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/autiebuilders

    ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE Interpretive Dance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 18:48


    In this episode, we'll talk about interpretive dance. We'll explore the history, costumes, and style as well as how adult autistics can use interpretive dance to stim. Full Transcript and References: https://www.autiebuilders.com/transcripts * * * Website: https://www.autiebuilders.com/​ Instagram: https://instagram.com/AutieBuilder​ Facebook: ​https://facebook.com/AutieBuilders Twitter: https://twitter.com/autiebuilders Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/autiebuilder YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/autiebuilders

    MOVEMENT Squat

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 38:33


    In this episode, we'll talk about squats. First, we start with Tysn who is having trouble developing full quads. Then, we talk about squatas and how he may change his stance to help target underdeveloped parts of his leg. Full Transcript and References: https://autisticbodybuilding.com/transcripts/007 * * * One-On-One Coaching: https://autisticbodybuilding.com/autiebuilders Proprioception Course: https://spacialagility.thinkific.com/ Website: https://autisticbodybuilding.com​ Instagram: https://instagram.com/AutieBuilder​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AutieBuilder​ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/autisticbodybuilding

    MUSCLES Quadriceps

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 21:38


    In this episode, we'll talk about the quadriceps muscles of the upper leg. First, we start with Ginny who has stopped going to leg day due to back pain. Then, we talk about the quads and how they may be contributing to Ginny's discomfort. Full Transcript and References: https://autisticbodybuilding.com/transcripts/006 * * * One-On-One Coaching: https://autisticbodybuilding.com/autiebuilders Proprioception Course: https://spacialagility.thinkific.com/ Website: https://autisticbodybuilding.com​ Instagram: https://instagram.com/AutieBuilder​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AutieBuilder​ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/autisticbodybuilding​ * * * Brought to you by Crystal Rapoza of Autistic Bodybuilding

    KINESIOLOGY: Overview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 14:28


    In this episode, we'll talk about kinesiology: the scientific study of human movement. First, we start with Jeffrey, someone who wants to study human movement. Then, we talk about the different kinds of kinesiology and figure out whether or not this field of study is good for them. Keep the Autistic Bodybuilding Podcast ad-free: Donate Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @AutieBuilder Email: autisticbodybuilding@gmail.com Full Transcript and References: autisticbodybuilding.com/transcripts/005

    ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE: Haka

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 14:05


    In this episode, we'll talk about the haka: a traditional dance performed ceremonially by the Maori of New Zealand. First, we start with an image of what it would be like to witness the haka first hand. Then, we talk about how the haka came to be so moving. Keep the Autistic Bodybuilding Podcast ad-free: Donate Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @AutieBuilder Email: autisticbodybuilding@gmail.com Full Transcript and References: autisticbodybuilding.com/transcripts/004

    MOVEMENT: Lat Pulldown

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 17:06


    In this episode, we'll talk about lat pulldowns: the cable exercise that works your "wings." First, we start with a case study of a fictional character named Ally who has lower back pain after doing lat pulldowns. Then, we'll talk about what you need to know to help Ally. If I do my job right, you'll know just what to do! Keep the Autistic Bodybuilding Podcast ad-free: Donate Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @AutieBuilder Email: autisticbodybuilding@gmail.com Full Transcript and References: autisticbodybuilding.com/transcripts/003

    KINESIOLOGY: Apraxia

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 25:26


    In this episode, we'll talk about apraxia: the inability to carry out every day movements and gestures. First, we start with a case study of a fictional character named Jessie who has trouble learning to deadlift. Then, we'll talk about what you need to know to help Jessie. If I do my job right, you'll know just what to do! Keep the Autistic Bodybuilding Podcast ad-free: Donate Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @AutieBuilder Email: autisticbodybuilding@gmail.com Full Transcript and References: autisticbodybuilding.com/transcripts/002

    MUSCLES: Mid-Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 20:42


    Welcome to the first episode of the Autistic Bodybuilding Podcast! In this episode, we'll talk about the muscles of the middle back: the traps and rhomboids. First, we start with a case study of a fictional character named Lily who has pain in her mid-back. Then, we'll talk about what you need to know to help Lily. If I do my job right, you'll know just what to do! Keep the Autistic Bodybuilding Podcast ad-free: Donate Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @AutieBuilder Email: autisticbodybuilding@gmail.com Full Transcript and References: autisticbodybuilding.com/transcripts/001

    Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 0:49


    Hi! I’m Crystal Rapoza. Every week, on the Autistic Bodybuilding Podcast, we’ll dive into the science and history behind popular competitions, performative athleticism, movement, muscles, and more! Learn about the facts so you can cut through the confusion. Twitter/ Instagram: @AutieBuilder www.AutisticBodybuilding.com FULL TRANSCRIPT: Click Here

    Balancing Autistic Needs with Regular Exercise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 39:11


    Too busy to work out? Too drained and spoonless? Too overwhelmed? I answer a 4-part question that offers solutions for autistics. "From an autistic perspective, how do you work a fitness routine in with a busy work schedule that often leaves one spoonless? Also, gyms = yuck (social/sensory overwhelming).” - Magnus Mentions: - Shout-out: Gerry Hughes, @swish4fish - "The Spoon Theory" by Christine Miserandino - The Neuroverse Podcast by Magnus Transcription: click here Brought to you by: autisticbodybuilding.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    It's the First Q&A!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 52:09


    It's Autistic Bodybuilding's first Q&A! I answer your questions about spot-training certain body parts, counting calories, getting lean, how healthy is it to be a female bodybuilder, tearing muscles, and why fruit is different from cake!  Shoutout: @magnus919  Google search: google.com/sarcomeres-zlines Calorie Tracker Spreadsheet: https://autisticbodybuilding.com/blog/2020/5/24/calorie-tracking-by-spreadsheet Visit me: autisticbodybuilding.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Tolerant Activism and Self-Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 50:47


    In the first half of this episode, I talk about the idea that activism needs to allow for benign ignorance and how to know you're ready to have tough conversations. Whew! It's a doosey! The second half is all about choosing a bodybuilding coach (even if you choose yourself), why you may want a team, and how to get on a team. Shout out: @unmasked on Instagram, @NeeMonetAU on Twitter. Official Podcadt Site: autisticbodybuilding.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Mother's Day Special

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 59:36


    It's a Mother's Day Special! I have my mom, Gloria, on the show to talk about growing up autistic in the 50s, 60s, and 70s without a diagnosis, codependency in autistic mother-daughter relationships, and using heavy work to mitigate overloads. Resources: https://hannahgadsby.com.au/ ... https://autisticbodybuilding.com/blog/2019/8/10/5dtdmuem7z6th0ze4c4zn93ylem1dy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    How Dieting Effects Interoception

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 40:55


    In this solo-cast, I talk about how dieting can effect proprioception and interoception in autisitics and dispell the misconception that contest prep is a linear process of tightening up. Spoiler alert: There are periods of flabbiness and insecurity. This week's shout-out: www.treadmilllifellc.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Depletion, Affording Special Interests, and MMS

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 27:10


    I talk about what to do if you deplete too much while dieting, some ways to afford special interests without making money from them, and how you can use a current trending hashtag to raise awareness for miracle mineral solution. Mentions: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FidgetsByJack https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/danger-dont-drink-miracle-mineral-solution-or-similar-products https://the-art-of-autism.com/an-autistic-shaman-shares-why-autistic-people-make-good-shamans/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    ABA and Bodybuilding

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 31:35


    I talk a little about what it's like to prep during the COVID lockdown and how to fit comfort foods into prep. Then, I delve into ABA: where you might find ABA in the bodybuilding world, and how to address it if you do. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Autism and Prepping During COVID

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 35:18


    What I've learned during the COVID outbreak and how I'm dealing; PREPPING for my next show (hopefully); and the two different types of MELTDOWN --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Taking Days Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2020 34:43


    I explain the importance of days off, how to find your criteria for taking days off, and how to get back on track after you do. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Uncoachable Coaches

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2020 53:41


    Sources: https://www.roxstarfitness.com/; https://www.amazon.com/Shred-Step-Step-Whole-Food-Plant-Based/dp/0984391614 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Overview of Supplementation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2019 68:50


    I explain supplements, how to choose them, and share my opinion of how many of them are truly legitimate. Instagram: @autiebuilder ----- Sources: Creatine: https://www.progenexusa.com/blogs/science/creatine-cycle-the-right-way Creatine: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3407788/ Lion's Mane: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24266378 Beta-Alanine: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3374095/ Leucine: https://europepmc.org/article/med/25026454 Ashwaganda: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6438434/ Cordyceps: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3909570/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Find Your Version of Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2019 49:35


    In today's solocast, I tell you a little bit about my story, why I got into fitness, how it can benefit autistics, and where to start if you're interested. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYSraHwAgt5dm9oUdtBmm8g Here are some introductory videos I've pre-screened for you. Many of them are workouts you can try right now: Yoga: https://youtu.be/b1H3xO3x_Js Pilates: https://youtu.be/K-PpDkbcNGo HIIT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ml6cT4AZdqI Primal Movement: https://youtu.be/jOz8URORp_k Agility Square: https://youtu.be/uNhPDlJOQBw Safe Back Bends: https://youtu.be/YkBUYk2eCFU --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisticbodybuilding/support

    Autistic Bodybuilding (Trailer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2019 0:29


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