THE INTRO: An (Unfiltered) Fitness Podcast

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week talking about their personal pet peeves in the gym. This might be the most relatable and fun episode yet because we all know there’s certain stuff that grinds our gears. In this episode, the guys get into topics like “the stank” (aka body odor), “chatty Kathys” (aka distracting conversations), “cut and run” (aka leaving equipment out), and a few other comm...

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week talking about injuries during training and the physical, mental, and emotional baggage that comes with it. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about injuries and the mindset to keep you on the up and up from MDV and Max. Connect with  MDV Follow  Max Get your hands on  NCFLEX MDV's Workouts on the  NCFIT App Weekly Motivat...

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week talking about all things coaching and the difference between hobbyists and pros. In this episode, the fellas dive into a burning topic in the fitness space: What does it mean to be a professional coach? Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about coaching, hobbyists, and pros from MDV and Max. Connect with  MDV Follow  Max Get y...

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week talking about getting older and the importance of training smartly. But it wouldn't be an episode of The Intro without a few wild turns and tangents. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about getting old (or at least getting distracted!) from MDV and Max. Connect with  MDV Follow  Max Get your hands on  NCFLEX MDV's Wo...

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week talking about getting COVID-19 and training (or not training) when you’re sick. Despite the heavy title, this is a fun one where the guys dive into their favorite “sick day” activities and jog down memory lane to faking being sick to stay home from school. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about what to do when you're si...

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week talking about "doing hard shit" and failure. In this episode, the fellas break down some of their recent tangles with adversity in fitness — Max attempting to complete a 50-mile ruck and MDV's journey in BJJ. We've all been through hard shit and there's a lot to be learned from each experience. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let&#39...

MDV is back on the mic this week with Dr. Sean Pastuch. Dr. Sean is the founder of Active Life, author of “Turn Pro,” and an advocate for professionalism in the fitness space. Active Life is an organization that seeks to the bridge gap between fitness and healthcare through unique education for fitness professionals. Dr. Sean and his team are on a mission to humanize the doctor, professionalize th...

MDV is back on the mic this week with his good friend, regenerative farmer, and functional nutrition practitioner Arielle Bloom aka BLOOM. Bloom has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to coaching, nutrition, farming, and holistic health. But...she wasn't born with all that knowledge -- she worked for it. When she didn't know, couldn't figure it out, or needed help...she asked experts...

MDV is back on the mic this week with the owner of Strongside gym, Mitchel Black. Mitchel owns and operates multiple functional training gyms in the Atlanta area under the Strongside brand. He has been around the block in the fitness community and undeniably his gyms, coaches, and concepts stand out in a crowd. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about a thing or two...

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week with the king of CrossFit himself, Mr. James Hobart. James is an absolute legend in CrossFit coaching and the CrossFit Games. He is quite literally one of the best to ever do it in both arenas...and THE BEST to ever do both of them combined. This week we are chatting about the 2022 Open -- our thoughts, opinions, past favorites, and future predictions. Gra...

MDV is back on the mic this week with Seth Page, one of the most seasoned and respected coaches and programmers in functional training. The former founder of MisFit Athletics now is on a new path — he jumped ship to Hawaii! Armed with an insane amount of knowledge and experience, Seth breaks down some common myths and misconceptions in functional training. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let&#3...

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week chatting about the profession of coaching and asking the question of whether or not coaching is sustainable as a career. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about a thing or two about making a career out of coaching from MDV & Max. Connect with MDV Follow Max 40 Days to Change Your Life: #EOE40 Get your hands on NCFLEX MDV...

MDV and Max are back on the mic this week chatting about functional fitness fashion...specifically, THE SHOES. They take it from Chucks and 5-Fingers all the way to the most modern Metcons, Nanos, and NOBULLs. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about a thing or two about fitness kicks from MDV & Max. Connect with MDV Follow Max 40 Days to Change Your Life: #EOE40...

MDV & Max are back on the mic this week tackling the idea that "CrossFit / Functional Training is FOR EVERYONE." Now...it CAN BE for anyone but IS IT for everyone? While we're at it, let's also dive into the goals of functional training because this is something that gets very confused. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two about a thing or two about...

MDV & Max are back on the mic this week and...they had planned to discuss the cardinal sins of coaching BUT got WAY TOO fired up along the way. Today's episode covers everything from being a beginner, getting your ass kicked in BJJ, and getting outside your comfort zone...all the way to coaches lacking awareness, motivation v. discipline, and managing difficult situations. Grab a notebook,...

MDV & Max are back on the mic this week to tackle the very touchy question...must fitness coaches be "in shape" to coach fitness? Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two from MDV & Max. Connect with MDV Follow Max 40 Days to Change Your Life: #EOE40 Get your hands on NCFLEX MDV's Workouts on the NCFIT App Weekly Motivation: EOE Weekly Emails Gym Owners...

MDV & Max are back on the mic this week to chat about KIPPING PART DEUX. If you missed last week's episode of THE INTRO, make sure to check it out because the boys WENT OFF. But hold onto your hats because this week the fellas are tackling...the kipping HSPU. No matter if you love 'em or hate 'em this is a must-listen for athletes and coaches. Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let...

MDV & Max are back on the mic this week to chat about KIPPING...a topic that certainly stirs the pot for a lot of people both in and out of functional fitness. A lot of fitness folks think kipping is dangerous or cheating. While others think kipping movements are a gift from the fitness gods. Well which one is it? Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let's learn a thing or two from MDV &...

The INTRO with MDV & Max!

The INTRO with MDV & Max!

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Your INTRO to Max Isaak!

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