THE INTRO: An (Unfiltered) Fitness Podcast

MDV, James, and Max are back on the mic for this week’s episode of THE INTRO: [0:00] Max is the podcast regulator and comic strip connoisseur [3:30] What happens when you disappoint Rich Froning? [5:15] HULK teen athletes and repeat CrossFit Games champs [11:24] James wants a robot chef, MDV drives a stretch Hummer, and Max doesn't wear shoes? [17:40] James has the Nokia brick of feet [20:23]...

MDV and James are back on the mic for this week’s episode of The Intro with MDV... [0:00] Some crazy situations...CPR, labor, surgery [1:43] The science of creating workouts [5:07] CrossFit nerds only [7:48] CrossFit's freedom for interpretation [12:46] The OG programming scientists in CrossFit [14:14] "Live your life in couplets and triplets..." [16:40] Put a singlet on a gorilla!? [1...

MDV, James, and Max are back on the mic for this week’s episode of The Intro with MDV... [0:00] Two for flinching [1:20] Modifying workouts around injury [2:30] Should coaches be helping rehabilitate injuries? [5:08] I swear I'm just looking at your spine right now [8:38] Medical Professional vs. Movement Professional [12:35] Gyms should have protocol for injured members [15:09] It's about...

MDV, James, and Max are back on the mic for this week’s episode of The Intro: [0:00] James is not fired up [2:10] WOD: 3 Double-Unders [3:50] Looking back on the COVID Games [6:15] Not every workout has to be balanced [9:58] Interference workouts [14:25] The debate: What's the best way to modify Double-Unders? [18:55] Max’s issue with Double-Unders in a workout [21:25] Rub your stomach and pat...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic...wait are they? Did James just quit the podcast? In this show, the fellas break down their biggest struggles with nutrition, sleep, and fitness. Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's your host of THE INTRO, a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, and a lawyer in another life....

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic chopping it up about the history of programming and coaching of the world's fittest athletes. Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's your host of THE INTRO, a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, and a lawyer in another life. James Hobart is a CrossFit Games legend, CrossF...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic chopping it up about the days of Rick Ross, running 100-person classes, and using mantras to calm the nerves. Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's your host of THE INTRO, a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, and a lawyer in another life. James Hobart is a CrossFit Games le...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking about the day the Murph workout -- their strategies, the meaning, and why. The fellas also get into their 'must have' movements, heavy days, and some of their more controversial takes on fitness, Office episodes, and Legos. Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking about the concepts of max intensity and athlete burnout. Most of us pick up a fitness program to add to our lives but what happens if it starts subtracting from your life. And...how do you avoid/manage fitness burnout? Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a Cros...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking their experiences with bidets, AMRAPs, and coaching development. All three can be game changers for you and your happiness! The fellas ask the same question about all three...how much do we need? Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a CrossFit Seminar Staff vete...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking the biggest, most well-known workout in the CrossFit community...MURPH. The MURPH workout honors Lt. Michael P. Murphy and is a staple in gyms, garages, and anywhere you can find a place to run and do pull-ups, push-ups, and squats on Memorial Day. The fellas breakdown the workout and their thoughts on 'prepping' for this great wo...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking about the idea that fitness & nutrition might very well be 'more art than science'. The fellas ask the question...do we need more studies or more hard work and consistency? Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, your h...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking about everything from James' spirit animal to the stupid gym injuries we've seen and experienced. The fellas also dive into a deep coaching convo about how many cues are too many cues for your athletes. Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a CrossFit Sem...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking about a little bit of everything...retaking the CFL1 as a participant, adventures from coaching around the world, best & worst jobs, and how to avoid the curse of your ego in coaching. Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, yo...

This week MDV & Max are back on the mic talking about how the 'small things' can have a big impact. It's easy to look past the things that no one else sees or will ever know but the important thing is that YOU know and YOU see. Don't sleep on the small things! Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a Cr...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking about supplements in the fitness biz, PEDs in sport and training, and the whole 'tainted' supps excuse...this one is a fun one so buckle up! Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, your host of THE INTRO, and a lawyer in an...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking about navigating career prospects in CF coaching circles, risk vs. reward, and making the most of the opportunities in front of you. Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, your host of THE INTRO, and a lawyer in another life. Jame...

This week MDV, James, & Max are back on the mic talking about good gyms, bad gyms, and whether or not bad gyms give good gyms a bad name. Matt DellaValle (aka MDV) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a leading CrossFit affiliate in NorCal, USA. He's a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, your host of THE INTRO, and a lawyer in another life. James Hobart is a CrossFit Games legend, CrossFit Semin...

This week MDV, Conor Murphy, & Max Issak are back on the mic talking about the history of the Reebok-CrossFit partnership, stories from the 'good ol days' in Boston, their favorite workouts, tips for young & hungry coaches and more! MDV aka Matt DellaValle is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, and your host of the Intro Podcast. Conor is the head of fit...

This week MDV, James Hobart, & Max Issak are back on the mic recapping their thoughts on the 2023 Open. Together, the fellas tackle the topics of grading the workouts, mastering high-skill movements, the value (or lack of...) of quality days, and more. MDV aka Matt DellaValle is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, and your host of the Intro Podcast. James Hobart is...

This week the fellas tackle the CrossFit Open, how to handle 'faults' in movement, and relentlessness in coaching. James is a CrossFit Games legend, Seminar Staff jedi, and widely regarded as one of the best CrossFit coaches to ever do it. Max is the owner of five CrossFit TILT locations in New England, a highly sought-after gym-biz consultant, and one of the most charismatic coaches you’l...

This week the fellas tackle the topics of inspiration and fear on the coaching floor. MDV is back on the mic this week chopping it up with two of his favorite people in fitness, James Hobart and Max Isaak. James is a CrossFit Games legend, Seminar Staff jedi, and widely regarded as one of the best CrossFit coaches to ever do it. Max is the owner of five CrossFit TILT locations in New England, a hi...

MDV is back on the mic this week chopping it up with two of his favorite people in fitness, the undeniable James Hobart and the unstoppable Max Isaak. James is a CrossFit Games legend, Seminar Staff jedi, and all-around fitness stud who has done it all in the world of CrossFit. Max is the owner of five (and counting!) CrossFit TILT locations in New England, a highly sought after gym-biz consultant...

MDV is back on the mic this week chopping it up with one of his favorite people in fitness, the undeniable James Hobart. James is a CrossFit Games legend, Seminar Staff jedi, and all-around fitness stud who has done it all in the world of CrossFit. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about training and coaching from the boys...who are back on the mic! Connect wit h M...

MDV is back on the mic this week chopping it up with two of his favorite people in fitness, the undeniable James Hobart and the unstoppable Max Isaak. James is a CrossFit Games legend, Seminar Staff jedi, and all-around fitness stud who has done it all in the world of CrossFit. Max is the owner of five (and counting!) CrossFit TILT locations in New England, a highly sought after gym-biz consultant...