In this episode, John Young and I (Andrew) discuss the following topics and questions:

John has big news to share! We spend some time talking through those details and what the immediate future looks like for him in CrossFit.

What will John’s training look like over the winter in light of his big news?

My new (and somewhat unusual) goal

What’s up with my metabolism and why did I have to push to 4,000 calories to gain weight consistently?

Do people bulk and cut in CrossFit like they do in bodybuilding? And if not, should they?

How to improve quickly if you’re new to CrossFit

How to avoid not “looking the part” as a CrossFitter

Thoughts on training with reps in reserve (RIR)

Are there undiscovered benefits and powers to the placebo effect?

How important is mindset when it comes to lifting heavy weight?

Is volume king for getting uber massive?