Jason Ackerman / Jason Fernandez

Best Hour of Their Day | Podcast

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Hosted by Jason Ackerman and Jason Fernandez, Best Hour of Their Day is a podcast dedicated to helping the CrossFit community. We cover all aspects of fitness including coaching, training, competing, starting and growing a business, and everything in between. Regular guests include world-class athletes, some of the best Coaches in the world, fitness entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and more. Follow us on all socials! BestHourofTheirDay.com

Author

Jason Ackerman / Jason Fernandez

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Health

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besthouroftheirday.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

612. Shoulder Press, Push Press, Push Jerk : Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual 16.02.2023

L1 Journal Pages p118 - p122 (chapter) p180 - p193 (movement guide) **Topics to Discuss** - What is the power zone? - Why is the front rack of a strict press different than a front squat? - How do you fix excessive layback in the strict press? Can you give me 3 examples of different ways to fix this? - Can you come up onto your toes during a push press or is that a sign of a fault occurring? - Is...

611. What Did My Coach Just Say? | Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual : A&P For Jocks 11.02.2023

"Effective coaching requires efficient communication. This communication is greatly aided when a Coach and Athlete share a terminology for both human movement and body parts." So we're making it simple for you; 4 body parts, 3 joints, 2 directions for joint movement. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkv...

610. Essential Front End Offer Tips and Tricks 06.02.2023

We're talking about the business of running a successful CrossFit Affiliate. Get the Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices of building your Affiliate’s front end offer, from how you intake new athletes to creating your value stack to actually building and selling it. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA S...

609. Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual : Lesson Plans | Denise Thomas 02.02.2023

Running an effective class means showing up with a thoughtful plan for each piece of the hour, from minute 0 to minute 60. There's lots of pieces that go into that, and we're going to break those down and answer some questions that may be on your minds too. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA Sign U...

608. Jason Khalipa | Re-Affiliating with CrossFit & The Business of Fitness 30.01.2023

Jason Khalipa has done it all; from globo gym sales to CrossFit Games Champion to highly successful box owner.   We're talking about why he's re-affiliating with CrossFit, being a professional, and the business of fitness. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://w...

607. Feedback Only Matters...If You Do Something With It 27.01.2023

Ever wonder what it's like to pursue getting on the CrossFit Seminar Staff?  Tough. That's what it's like.  And you can't be soft. In order to stand with the best CrossFit Coaches in the world, you have to be on top of your game and willing to take the tough feedback, implement it, and improve. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.you...

606. Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual : Scaling / "The Girls" For Grandmas 26.01.2023

We continue Breaking Down the CrossFit L1 Manual this week with "The Girls" for Grandmas! Understanding the core of CrossFit programming is one thing, but learning how it can be scaled for all levels of athletes, from CrossFit Games competitors to Grandmas, is important.  _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1...

605. Young Katy Climbs To The Top Of Mt. CF-L3 23.01.2023

This is a story of inspiration, dreams, and ambitions ...a story of struggle and perseverance ...a story of hard work, diligence, and determination ...and a story of success.   Hear how our very own Young Katy achieved her CF-L3 and her journey to get there. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA...

604. Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual : Programming and Scaling | EC Synkowski 20.01.2023

Continuing our conversation from part one, we're talking about programming for CrossFit, how to do it effectively, and what it means to modify or scale that programming when the time is right to do so. Join us LIVE every Wednesday! Subscribe for all the awesome content about CrossFit, Coaching, and Affiliate Ownership. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb!...

603. Creating An Epic Intramural CrossFit Open | Mike LeJeune 19.01.2023

The annual CrossFit Open by itself is already fun and a great way to get your whole community involved in the sport side of CrossFit. And if you really want to take it to the next level, running an EPIC Intramural Open inside your Affiliate is a great way to get massive buy-in from your community, create friendly rivalries, and make memories that last year after year. Mike LeJeune from Echelon Com...

602. Garage Gyms Can Change Lives | CrossFit ELM 15.01.2023

CrossFit ELM started as a gym inside the garage of their home. Lives were changed, relationships created, and now they are a flourishing Affiliate. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA   Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/ _________ SPONSORS O2 is an Official Sponsor o...

601. Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual : Programming | Denise Thomas 13.01.2023

What is the purpose of this show?  - Understanding the core concepts of CF programming What is the most pertinent information we want you to take away about this topic? - How do I use this information and these topics at my Affiliate regardless of what programming I use? What is the thing most of you want to know about this topic? - What is the best practical application of this information?...

600. Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual : Nutrition | Katie Hayes 06.01.2023

What you put in your mouth matters... In this episode, we're talking about: The Zone Diet, Why did people lose their minds with "NO SUGAR", Counting Macros, and Supplementation. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/ _________ SPONSORS O2 i...

599. Going ALL IN on the Affiliate | Steel Monkey CrossFit 31.12.2022

It's scary to leave a comfortable, full-time job for the unknown territory of Affiliate Ownership, but sometimes that's what is necessary in order for your business to grow into the vision you have for it. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.besthouroftheirday....

598. Uniting a Scattered Community | CrossFit Raw and Retro 24.12.2022

They knew they wanted to be Affiliate Owners, but there were a few directions they could go. All they knew is that they didn't want to leave the community they had come to know and love. _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/ _________ SPON...

597. The First Annual "The Besties" Awards | Best Hour of Their Day Team 16.12.2022

Our first annual The Besties awards! _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/ _________ SPONSORS O2 is an Official Sponsor of the Best Hour of Their Day Podcast! Best Hour Affiliate Exclusive Offer: Buy 4 Cases, Get a FREE Mini-Fridge, 4 FREE...

596. How To Plan Your CrossFit Affiliate's Next 12 Months 11.12.2022

Here's how you create a lesson plan for the events that are going to happen inside of your CrossFit Affiliate, from organization to promotion to execution and all the things that happen in between. 00:00 - Intro 02:30 - PVBs 07:45 - Planning 18:15 - Promotion 29:00 - Summary _________ FREE Bring-A-Friend Week Mini Course https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/bring-a-friend-week   Sign Up For Our...

595. Breaking Down The L1 Manual with Denise Thomas | Technique 09.12.2022

Is Technique CrossFit's biggest criticism? How do you prioritize technique while still training at your threshold? There are lots of ways to get from point A to point B, but technique is what allows you to get there faster and with less energy expended. It's at the core of efficiency. Breaking Down the L1 Manual is a series where we will go through the training guide, chapter by chapter, and give...

594. Taking A Box From Good To Great | Smokey Hollow CrossFit | Affiliate University 04.12.2022

This week we're hearing from one of our own inside of Affiliate University on how he and his wife took over the box they were training at and, with the help of the coaching, guidance, and tools from Affiliate University, ramped things up from a good operation to a great one. Check out the FREE Bring-A-Friend Week Mini-Course here: https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/bring-a-friend-week _________ SU...

593. Special Guest : Pat Barber | Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual | What is Fitness - Part 2 02.12.2022

Breaking Down the L1 Manual is a series where we will go through the training guide, chapter by chapter, and give our thoughts and remarks along the way. We do this LIVE every Wednesday. Come join us, and make sure you read the pages ahead of time and write down any questions that come to mind! _________ CrossFit L1 Training Guide : http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingG...

592. Throwing a Kick Ass Holiday Party | Jason Ackerman and Jason Fernandez 28.11.2022

Parties at your CrossFit box can either be lame gatherings that everyone feels obligated to attend or they can be KICK ASS events that all of your members WANT to attend and that will build your community. Here's a few tips on throwing a banger! _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and never miss a tip, trick, or knowledge bomb! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA Sign Up For Our Ne...

591. Special Guest : Pat Barber | Breaking Down The CrossFit L1 Manual | What is Fitness - Part 1 26.11.2022

Want to be a better Coach? Planning to sit for your L3.....maybe even your L4? Well, we're taking it back to the basics! Breaking Down the L1 Manual is a series where we will go through the training guide, chapter by chapter, and give our thoughts and remarks along the way. We do this LIVE every Wednesday. Come join us, and make sure you read the pages ahead of time and write down any questions th...

590. Jason Ackerman and Markus Gerszi | Affiliate University | Here's How To Fix Your Fourth Quarter 21.11.2022

Quarter 4, slow time of the year, whatever you want to call it...there's undoubtedly a time during the year when many Affiliate Owners see progress flatline and maybe even members leaving the gym. Planning ahead for that and doing THESE things can help you be prepared to soften the blow or maybe even continue the progress you were seeing the rest of the year! _________ SUBSCRIBE to YouTube and nev...

589. Breaking Down The L1 Manual | Foundations 18.11.2022

Want to be a better Coach? Planning to sit for your L3.....maybe even your L4? Well, we're taking it back to the basics! Breaking Down the L1 Manual is a series where we will go through the training guide, chapter by chapter, and give our thoughts and remarks along the way. If you're just now catching the audio version, we do this LIVE every Wednesday. Come join us on YouTube, and make sure you re...

588. Breaking Down The L1 Manual | Understanding CrossFit 14.11.2022

Want to be a better Coach? Planning to sit for your L3.....maybe even your L4? Well, we're taking it back to the basics! Breaking Down the L1 Manual is a series where we will go through the training guide, chapter by chapter, and give our thoughts and remarks along the way. If you're just now catching the audio version, we do this LIVE every Wednesday. Come join us on YouTube, and make sure you re...

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