The Consistency Project

We’re answering five listener questions about how simple adjustments to nutrition, calorie tracking, and mindset can dramatically improve health and performance.
We also dive into postpartum calorie needs, the impact of enjoying whole foods, and the role of energy drinks in muscle growth.
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The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, kid's book writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
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We’re talking about how menopause‑related weight gain is often misunderstood, emphasizing that age‑related activity decline—not hormones alone—is the main driver.
We also discuss the limits of hormone therapy and practical nutrition strategies for this life stage.
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, kid's book writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
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We explore how to fuel endurance activities effectively, covering carbohydrate strategies, timing, and practical considerations for events of different lengths. We also discuss how protein intake and body composition influence performance and weight‑loss goals.
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, kid's book writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
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We’re exploring the role of beta‑alanine in athletic performance and why its benefits often amount to only marginal gains.
We also discuss how belief, placebo effects, and the context of elite versus recreational athletes shape supplement decisions.
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ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, kid's book writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
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Dr. Allan Bacon joins us this week to explore practical strategies that will help you boost strength, avoid common fitness misconceptions (and wasted money), and optimize your training so you’ll see faster gains and fewer injuries.
🔗 Check out Dr. Allan Bacon on Instagram or download his free Lifestyle Nutrition Guide.
GET START WITH THE THREE PILLARS METHOD
· DIY with the app
· 10-Week Accelerator with EC
· Apply for 1:1 Coaching
· Coaches Masterclass
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.
ABOUT US
📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, kid's book writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.
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