KETTLEBELLS & COCKTAILS

In this episode we recap the results and experience from the Norwegian CrossFit Championship and discuss what is coming up in Wodapalooza.

in this episode we get the honor of chatting with 2x CrossFit Games Champion Annie Thorisdottir. Annie recently announced she is expecting a baby in August and spent some time talking to us about that journey, her hope & fears, and what she has experienced so far.

In this episode we get to chat with Danny Lehr. Danny is the owner of Caffeine and Kilos. He also is the owner of Excel Health and Fitness which is a premier strength and conditioning facility in Manteca California. If that isn't enough he is an accomplished weightlifter and hosts the podcast Gas Station Cappuccino.

In this episode I get to chat with Zak Leighton. Zak is the co-owner of CrossFit Distinction in Beachwood Ohio and one of the founding partners of WOD on the Waves. We discuss the cruise as well as the history of CFD and the amazing number of Games athletes that have passed thru there.

In this episode we discuss all the athletes that are expecting babies. We also discuss the Norwegian CrossFit Championship as well as Wodapalooza and give a few predictions.

In this episode I had the opportunity to chat with Jason Ackerman, Jason is a CF-L4 seminar CrossFit coach and author of "Best Hour Of Their Day". He hosts a podcast also titled "Best Hour Of Their Day" and is currently the CEO of "THUNDRBRO" with Dave Lipson.

In this episode we chat with Chandler Smith, CF Games athlete and sanctional winner of the Mayhem Classic. We had the opportunity to discuss everything from CrossFit, music, his love of smack talk, his lack of a front rack position, as well as as host of ridiculous topics.

Niki and John catch up with Logan Vanderpool, West Coast Classic Tour Host and CrossFit MC to discuss what is going on over at Loud and Live.

Niki and John get to spend time with EC Synkowski, the creator of the 800g challenge and discuss John's last 30 days trying the plan and his experience with it.

John and Niki discuss the new UA apparel, the Human Performance Summit, as well as random scams Niki falls for...

We had an amazing discussion with Content Creator John David Glaude of "Obese to Beast" and "Work for Change Podcast" about his weight loss journey, how others can take steps to do the same, the impact he is making in others lives, and some other assorted foolishness. He is at least the second funniest John on this episode so it is worth a listen...

Niki and I discuss her trip to Cookville Tn to work the Mayhem Classic. We also discuss our Day One at the Under Armour Human Performance Summit.

This episode features Joy + Claire from the podcast "This is Joy & Claire" as well as the legendary podcast "Girls Gone WOD". Joy & Claire have been the leading podcasters in the CrossFit space for years. We had a great discussion about the podcast name change as well as a wide range of topics.

Lots of fun discussion today about nutrition, CrossFit, and how Ben got "promoted" to John's "bestie" quicker than Niki did...

Niki and I recap our holiday season and discuss what is upcoming for the podcast and the CrossFit Games 2020 season.

My guest is Mark Abbott, Veteran and supporter of "The Weekly Fight" which is a non profit designed to help help veterans. The Weekly Fight was created to help promote healthy lifestyle through Camaraderie, Mission and Purpose. They are determined to reduce Veteran suicide by teaching Veterans how to transition and turn Post Traumatic Stress into Post Traumatic Growth. ​

Nutritionist EC Synkowski (MS, MS, CF-L4) has two masters degrees and a Level 4 CF Certification and is a former seminar staff member at CrossFit HQ. In this episode we discuss her 800 gram nutrition challenge and how to focus on your nutritional goals going into the new year.

In this episode we recap Niki's trip to the Dubai CrossFit Championship, the moment she pissed off all of Canada, my exploits in the Winter Classic, as well as more somber topics such as the house fire Niki's family endured and the unfortunate and tragic passing of CrossFit Games athlete Jacob Morris.

This episode features Will Lanier who is the founder of OUTWOD. OUTWOD is the world’s only nonprofit program designed by and for the LGBTQ+ CrossFit community. OUTWOD is part of The OUT Foundation (@theoutfdn), a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to removing the barriers of access and inclusion in health and wellness for the LGBTQ+ community thru scholarships, advocacy and education.

Mark England is one of the co-founders and head coach of Procabulary and Enlifted. He is also a TEDx speaker and speaker coach. He has been researching, coaching and presenting on the power of words and stories for the past 13 years. In his free time Mark loves to travel, dance and practice martial arts."

In this Episode Ben and I discuss how to recover from competitions, what supplements are effective, and how to intimidate other athletes by eating a banana pre workout.

Fun conversation this week recapping the Filthy 150 Sanctional. We also take some time to read some epic "jorts" reviews on the Born Primitive website, and discuss what we are doing for Thanksgiving.

In the episode i get the pleasure of chatting with the OG CrossFit Meme Lord himself, Josh Pirtle aka @fluffy__duck. Josh is not only a total blast to follow on Instagram buit he also hosts a very funny YouTube show called Quack Attack as well as a hysterical Twitter feed.

In this episode I have an amazing discussion with Meredith Root. Meredith is a CrossFit Games athlete, 4x regionals athlete, and a member of the CrossFit Games Demo team. She also is owner of Tactic Nutrition. We spend time discussing her path in CrossFit and her experiences as well as her opinions around nutrition and nutritional advice.

Niki and I discuss the rash of failed PED tests in the masters division, stories from her Games sideline reporting, and we answer some questions from followers.