This is a new episode format called Forming Connections, where I have my co-host Brandon Simpson on the show. Brandon is a CrossFit coach, weightlifting and powerlifting instructor and way too knowledgeable for his age. Brandon is a CrossFit coach, weightlifting and powerlifting instructor and way too knowledgeable for his age.

He is recovering from a hernia surgery and I had one about a year ago so we discuss what it's like to come back from a major surgery. We also get into:

• Taking breaks from training
• Sleep and recovery
• How to keep your energy levels high and avoid the typical afternoon crash
• Napping, SLEEP (extensively)
• UV light exposure throughout the day
• Optimal workplace productivity (standing desks, getting enough vitamin D, eating lunch outside, be changing positions)