Greater Culture Podcast

Brad and Chelsea are back to chat about what the previous year has been like for them running an affiliate out of a garage. They share the highs, the lows, and and what has been the most rewarding part of coaching this community. They discuss what they have learned about CrossFit through the lens of seeing athletes work hard day in and day out in a smaller setting. They are incredibly grateful for...

Want to know what the world of human performance looks like through the eyes of someone who has trained athletes, the highest level of military personnel, and corporate executives? This episode is with Brian Wade, who is the Chief Performance Officer for Tignum. Brian has an undeniable passion for helping people perform when it matters most to them. He education in Sport Psychology serves as the f...

Have you wondered why it is so hard to keep your attention in the present moment and focus on the tasks right in front of you? This episode is with Dr. Amishi Jha who is a professor and researcher in the field of attention and mindfulness at the University of Miami. She has spent years studying and trying to figure out how we can stay in the present moment in any environment. Her research and book...

This episode is with the owner of Restore & Reform Physical Therapy and has been helping people understand their bodies and get out of pain for over a decade. She has experience with a variety of populations from dancers, to military personnel, to blue collar workers, to fitness enthusiasts. She is able to work with all of these populations because she understands how to get the brain and body...

This episode is with Physical Therapist Dr. Michael Tancini, the owner of Ground to Overhead Physical Therapy. Mike or as most folks know him, Tank, has been fascinated with movement and helping others for as long as he can remember. His experiences have taken him to across the country from North Carolina, to California, and back. He shares how movement is one small part of leading a fulfilling an...

Dr. Greta D has been helping athletes, Soldiers, and corporate executives unlock their potential for years. She has studied and applied what it takes to enhance mental performance with a variety of populations. Her work has taken her from West Point, to a Fortune 5 company, to now leading the talent development arm of a mid level company. In this episode she shares what she has learned over the ye...

This conversation with Training Think Tank coach and athlete Mike McGoldrick is full of insight and learnings into how to transition from a corporate career to a full time career in fitness. Mike has worn a variety of hats over his career including husband, father, CrossFit Games athlete, personal trainer, podcast host, programmer, group coach, and member of the Training Think Tank coaching roster...

Chelsea and Brad tackle the question of how do you stay consistent in showing up for yourself at the gym more days than not. They talk about different reasons that drive people and what they've learned from coaching athletes for a number of years. Once you're at the gym, how do you tackle getting through a workout that will challenge you and also allow you to come back the next day. They s...

This episode is with physical therapist Austin Chiang. He is the owner of Beyond Movement Performance and Physio in the Raleigh area. He shares how he thinks about movement from an athlete and physical therapist perspective and how he helps people get out of pain and enjoy the life they want. He shares his approach in working with people, and that it can be the small changes that can make a big di...

This episode is with Jenn Green who has worn just every hat one can wear when it comes to helping run and manage affiliates. She started CrossFit for her own personal health, which then ignited a spark to help others. She is an affiliate owner, runs and manages local competitions across the Southeast, was a regional affiliate representative, and is now the Senior Manager of US Affiliate Operations...

This episode Chelsea and Brad chat about mobility, stretching, and how to help athletes feel and move better. It is a consistent topic of conversation with athletes about lacking mobility or feeling tight before or after a workout. We share how we think about getting athletes prepared to workout, how to improve mobility, and the best tools to get the job done.

This episode is with the owner of O23 Holistic Systems Jordan Todd. O23 Exists to help people understand and design a meaningful life for themselves through movement, sleep, food, and mindset. Jordan is no stranger to developing in these areas as he has explored and learned what it takes to truly help people make meaningful changes in their lives. In this episode you're going to learn what it...

Chelsea and Brad are back on the mic to chat about what it means to perform a workout Rx compared to Scaled. They discuss when it is appropriate to modify a workout, and how you can work with your coach to find the best solution for you. The goal is always to get movement in to enhance your day, and find the right level of challenge and intensity for you. It's one of the reasons that CrossFit...

This episode is with the newly minted CrossFit Level 4 coach Cristina Anderson. Cristina is incredibly passionate about helping other people live happier and healthier lives. She knows it starts with her own journey and how she has worked to improve her own life. In this episode we dive into Cristina's story of health and fitness, and how that lit a fire to begin a journey in coaching that all...

The definition of CrossFit is constantly varied, functional movements, performed at high intensity. What does this mean for the athletes who come come to the gym each day and is this training methodology right for you? Chelsea and Brad dig into the definition, and highlight how CrossFit can be a great option for anyone looking to improve their health, wellness, and fitness.

This conversation with Katy Tran Turner is full of insights and best practices for being more present and connected throughout your day and the moments that matter to you. Katy is an expert on mental performance. Her time as an athlete, PhD in sport psychology, work with athletes and military personnel at the highest level, and time spent as a mom give her a really unique perspective and insight i...

Chelsea and Brad are back from vacation to share their thoughts, perspectives, and ratings for the 2023 CrossFit Games. In this episode they highlight the good, the bad, and hope for the future of the Games.

This episode is with Bill Anthes. Bill has been an athlete, a Soldier, a coach, a seminar staff member, and is passionate about helping others understand and maximize their lifestyle and performance through mindset. He is the founder and owner of Between the Ears, which helps people explore the physiology of psychology. It means that he helps people learn and grow through movement. In this episode...

If you want a masterclass on how to be a better coach for the athletes in your gym, then you'll want to give this episode with Chase Ingraham a listen. Chase has been in the CrossFit space for a number of years as an owner and coach at CrossFit Big D, part of the CrossFit seminar staff, and is a commentator at the highest level for CrossFit. We chat about what makes a great coach from a variet...

TC is the owner of Trilogy Chiropractic which is a mobile chiropractor based out of Fuquay-Varina, NC. In this episode TC shares the education path required to become a chiropractor, and also shares his philosophy on the best way to work with a Chiro. While most people are familiar with the back and neck cracking that chiropractors perform, there is so much more to their abilities in the way they...

This episode is with Adrian Conway, who is the head coach of Train To Rise Up (TTRU fitness). Adrian has been around strength and conditioning for most of his life which includes being a football athlete, CrossFit competitor, coach, commentator, and CrossFit seminar staff member. His experiences have shaped the way he thinks about helping people work towards their goals whether it be for lifestyle...

This episode is with the owner of Culture Fitness, Tia Wright. Tia has been in the health and fitness space as a coach, athlete, and now owner for over a decade! Her experience overcoming the mental and physical challenges of wanting to perform and look a certain way helped her to confront the beliefs and mindset habits that were holding her back. She has achieved accomplishments in fitness at a v...

This episode is with coach, general manager, owner, and life coach Joel Cochran. For over a decade, Joel has been helping individuals enhance their health and wellness through movement, nutrition, and mindset work. He is now the owner of Proclivity which exists to help people understand how to align their nutrition and mindset to live the life they want. In this episode we explore what it takes to...

This episode we sit down with Jen Fortin, a yoga teacher who who has been guiding and leading clients for years in a variety of roles. In this conversation we dive into what led Jen to start a yoga practice, and how that turned into a passion for helping people physically, mentally, and emotionally. Jen has a clarity about what it means to build the life she wants, and how to help others do the sa...

This episode is with Zack Griffith the owner of the brand new CrossFit Formula Athletics. Zack has been training, competing, and coaching in the CrossFit space for long time, and now is ready to bring all of his experiences and knowledge to the Richmond, VA area and beyond. We talk about the process of moving from athlete to coach, and how he prepared himself by engaging in mentorship programs and...