In this episode of Behind The Knowledge, Pat Barber and Todd Occhiuto sit down with Kristin Bowen (CrossFit Level 4 Coach) to discuss her journey from graphic designer to elite coach. Kristen shares the challenges she faced, how she overcame self-doubt, and what it really takes to excel as a CrossFit coach. Tune in to hear her insights on mentorship, coaching development, and building confidence.

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Alison and Jason Jakowski (Odin CrossFit) discuss how they grew their gym to over 400 members and a $1 million run rate by offering only CrossFit group classes, highlighting the importance of strong core values, maintaining community, and developing a professional coaching staff.

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0:00 - Introduction

0:39 - Starting Affiliate University and GSD Team

1:54 - Early Success at Odin CrossFit

2:42 - Growing to 400 Members with Pure CrossFit

3:09 - The Decision to Buy Odin CrossFit

5:01 - Overcoming Challenges to Build Gym Culture

6:13 - The Balance of Qualitative and Quantitative

Leadership

8:53 - Doubling Down on Affiliate University Principles

10:12 - Implementing Changes from Affiliate University

12:22 - The Importance of PushPress Software for Gym

Success

13:46 - Achieving a $1 Million Run Rate

15:00 - Odin CrossFit's Historic Building and Downtown

Location

17:40 - Leaving a Day Job for Full-Time Gym Ownership

20:31 - Maintaining Community at a Large Gym

24:00 - Core Values: Humble, Healthy, Happy

29:02 - Coaching Gym Owners: Insights from Affiliate

University

31:05 - What $1 Million in Revenue Means for Odin CrossFit

34:00 - Developing a Team and Integrating Coaches at Odin

Nicole Aucoin, founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition (HSN), is transforming gym culture through effective nutrition coaching. We explore how integrating nutrition programs can elevate member results, boost gym growth, and foster deeper community connections. Nicole shares insights on empowering coaches and owners to make a greater impact on health and wellness.

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0:00 Introduction

1:35 How Bartending Skills Translate to Sales

5:00 Cheerleading at the University of Florida

6:19 Gym Accelerator Summit

9:48 Talking Nutrition at HSN

11:07 Dinner and Healthy Eating Choices

14:00 Leadership and Personal Growth

18:12 Event Planning and Execution

21:28 Building a Great Team & Culture

29:02 Connecting with Affiliate Owners

31:40 Managing Growth and Scaling a Business

35:04 Balancing Work and Personal Life

38:12 Branding and Marketing Strategies

42:00 Lessons in Perseverance and Success

46:12 The Power of Feedback and Continuous Improvement

In this episode of "Behind the Knowledge," Olympian Chad Vaughn shares his methods for building stronger athletes in the Olympic lifts through effective coaching techniques, mobility work, and smart programming. Learn how to enhance performance and develop resilience in your athletes with Chad's proven strategies.

Dario, Owner of North Naples CrossFit shares his journey of building a thriving gym community across 11 years. He discusses key lessons in communication, leadership, and member engagement, offering insights for gym owners on creating a world-class CrossFit experience.

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In this episode, Austin Malleolo offers an inside look at the future of CrossFit, revealing key updates and strategies from CrossFit HQ. From new growth initiatives and brand protection to affiliate support and real estate partnerships, this episode dives deep into what’s next for the CrossFit community.

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0:00 - Introduction

0:37 - Welcoming Austin Malleolo

3:12 - State of CrossFit Affiliates at the 2024 Games

3:43 - Discussing the Affiliate Price Increase

5:02 - CrossFit’s Strategy for Affiliate Support and Growth

5:26 - Protection of the CrossFit Brand and IP Theft

10:12 - Growth of the CrossFit Brand: SEO and Marketing Strategies

13:34 - Results from the New SEO Strategy: A 40% Increase in Leads

15:29 - Plans for Local Ad Support for Affiliates

18:06 - Marketing Toolkit and New Resources for Affiliates

22:00 - Real Estate Partnerships to Support Affiliates

27:01 - Improving Affiliate Communication and Engagement

29:03 - Rethinking the Affiliate Life Cycle and Role Designation

35:29 - Feedback on Affiliate Communication Strategies

40:14 - Austin Malleolo on Personal Fitness and Sustainable Training

42:02 - Advice for Coaches on Programming and Member Engagement

44:50 - Encouraging Gym Community Engagement and Retention Strategies

In this episode of "Behind the Knowledge," Lindsay Andrew reveals her battle with imposter syndrome and the strength it took to rise as a Level 4 Coach. Hosts Pat Barber and Todd Occhiuto dig deep into her emotional journey, highlighting the moments that shaped her into the coach she is today. This conversation is a powerful reminder that even the most self-assured coaches once faced doubts—and found the courage to keep going.

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0:00 - Introduction to the Episode

0:13 - Meet the Hosts: Pat Barber and Todd Occhiuto

0:44 - Welcoming Lindsay Andrew

1:10 - Lindsay's Early Coaching Days

2:06 - The Moment Lindsay Met Pat

3:00 - Social Media and Growth in Coaching

5:22 - Lindsay's Coaching Journey Begins

7:03 - Transitioning from Nightlife to Coaching

10:21 - Building a Career as a Coach

12:16 - Challenges and Lessons Learned

14:44 - Lindsay's Development as a Coach

18:00 - The Importance of Reps and Experience

21:22 - Building Connections as a Coach

26:26 - Learning to Set Boundaries

32:02 - Mentorship and Development

36:06 - Memorable Coaching Experiences

41:33 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

44:08 - Realizing Her Worth as a Coach

47:02 - Lindsay’s Future Plans

48:03 - Episode Outro and Upcoming Content

In this episode of the "Best Hour of Their Day" podcast, Nick and Casey Seiske, owners of CrossFit Rohkeus, share how mindset coaching and business mentorship transformed their gym and personal lives. They discuss how reconnecting with family, improving gym operations, and embracing personal growth have strengthened their relationship as business partners and a married couple.

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0:00 - Introduction

0:44 - Nick and Casey Seiske - CrossFit Rohkeus

2:01 - Nick’s Mindset Transformation Journey

3:42 - Casey Observes Positive Changes in Nick

5:03 - Joel Cochran's Mindset Coaching Impact

7:00 - Empowerment Through Mindset Shift

8:09 - How Mindset Affects Personal and Business Growth

10:02 - Coaching Improvements and Business Strategies

26:01 - Hiring and Developing a Strong Coaching Team

42:33 - Balancing Business Operations and Personal Life

49:20 - Implementing Nutrition and Financial Strategies

57:13 - Final Reflections on Growth and Happiness

Nick and Barry from PushPress discuss how gyms can properly use software to deliver unreasonable hospitality, create exceptional member experiences, and boost retention. They share strategies for leveraging technology effectively, from automating tasks to using AI, and introduce new tools like the Committed Club to enhance member engagement and streamline operations.

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0:00 - Introduction and Hosts Introduction

0:36 - Meet Nick and Barry from PushPress

1:23 - The Power of Customer Service in Gyms

2:07 - What is "Unreasonable Hospitality"?

4:44 - Scaling Memorable Customer Experiences

6:45 - Using AI to Streamline Gym Operations

10:34 - Enhancing Customer Experience Virtually

13:06 - Effective AI Strategies for Gym Owners

19:01 - Turning Gym Data into Actionable Insights

24:22 - Proactive Strategies for Gym Management

26:02 - New Tools from PushPress: Committed Club

32:23 - Automating and Personalizing Member Engagement

35:02 - Addressing Customer Service Challenges

39:06 - The Future of Gym Management Software

43:31 - Why Affiliates Should Consider PushPress

On this episode of Behind The Knowledge, Seth Page from Jump Ship Training discusses the evolution of CrossFit programming, contrasting the classic approach focused on general physical preparedness (GPP) with the more specialized, volume-intensive training seen in today's competitive CrossFit landscape.

Seth shares insights from his experience programming for competitive athletes and explains how Jump Ship Programming integrates the simplicity and intensity of early CrossFit principles while catering to both the everyday athlete and those aiming for competitive success.

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0:00 - Introduction

1:08 - Introducing Seth Page

1:44 - Origin of Jump Ship Programming

2:48 - Seth’s Coaching Journey

4:34 - Founding of Misfit Athletics

8:22 - Leaving Misfit Athletics

10:09 - Founding Jump Ship Programming

13:08 - Coaching High-Level Athletes

19:23 - Jump Ship Programming Focus

24:01 - Unique Aspects of Jump Ship Programming

29:04 - Managing Multiple Affiliates

36:22 - Principles of Jump Ship Programming

44:11 - Evolution of Coaching Philosophy

54:46 - Tips for New Coaches

57:19 - Reconnecting with the CrossFit Community