#26 - The Truth vs. Feelings, Being Offended, Ten Fitness Hot Takes

In today’s episode Smitty and OB get real by diving into some touchy subjects. They start out with a listener question about avoiding an uncomfortable situation which sparks a conversation about always seeking the truth. Second, Smitty asks OB’s opinion on a recent experience he had with a complete stranger. This turns into a dialogue on what it means to be offended and if you should take a chance to say the 'truth' to someone. They wrap the episode up by giving their hot take opinions on 10 debated topics in the industry in an informative way. *For a full list of show notes, timestamps & important links from this episode visit: Becoming Ronin Podcast TIMESTAMPS [0:00] Intro [4:00] A truth dilemma [14:00] The Way You Feel vs The Truth [17:00] What does being offended mean? [21:30] The Quickest Way to Lose Energy in a Relationship [26:30] How To Jump Start Someone’s Dead Battery [40:56] Our Hot Takes on Common Fitness Questions TOP 10 HOT TAKES: Battle Ropes Fasted Cardio Carnivore Diet BOSU Ball RDLs vs Kettlebell Swings Chest Supported Row vs Bent Over Row Sumo Deadlifts vs Conventional Deadlifts Barefoot Running vs Running Shoes Band Pull Aparts vs YTWs Hip Thrusts vs Deadlifts EXTRAS: Order LMNT! (The Cleanest Sports Drink on the Market) The Cold Plunge (Get $150 off the premier cold plunge tank) OB’s Bent Over Row Hack Smitty’s Barefoot Training Article