What makes a movement functional?  In today's episode Todd, Fern, and Ackerman breakdown (or argue) about why certain movements are considered functional and others aren't.

Ackerman, Fern, and Todd struggle to put into words their feelings over the recent events.

Ackerman and Fern are taking this topic on with full force.  We recorded today's episode before the events from Saturday and Sunday, but this is still very relevant.  We invited two black affiliate owners, Cameron Brown owner of CrossFit HCS and Brian Lowe owner of CrossFit Invulnerable, as well as Holly Small a CrossFit L1 Trainer to talk about the state of the country as well as CrossFit HQ.

This is perhaps the most important show we've recorded.

We just want to open this conversation, so please, email us, text us, dm us, but help us help be a part of the solution.

Ackerman, Syn, and Merle have an uncomfortable and real conversation.

Nathan and Fern talk about different ways affiliate owners can use virtual assistants, how to identify important roles in the business and discuss how The Level Method can help affiliate owners and coaches create road maps for their clients as well as provide coaches with tools to systemize and organize scaling in a better more efficient way that helps to continue to progress their clients.  This one is packed with nuggets.

Fern and Ackerman breakdown the concept of intensity.

Layli Lederman is a weight cut specialist that has helped hundreds of athletes make weight for competition including current UFC interim champion Justin Gaethje.  In this episode we discuss the differences between weight loss and weight cutting, proper refueling, getting athletes to stick to their diet and much more.  You can find out more about Layli on her social media channels @real_food_denver

In today's episode we breakdown the use of social media and it's impact on box owners, coaches, and every day people.  Between the three of us we have owned over ten businesses and understand that social media can be a powerful tool but also detrimental to one's overall well-being.

Todd and Fern discuss the nuances of evaluating a good coach and evaluating the member experience.  Every gym touts their "Coaching and Community".  it doesn't mean anything unless we measure and define it.  In this episode they discuss some measurable aspects of "presence and attitude" of the 6 criteria covered in the CFL2 course.  This one is important to thinking about, identify, quantify and measure.

Recently Ackerman made the bold statement that if you're not pursuing higher credentials and furthering your education, you shouldn't be allowed to coach.  In this episode, we dive into that and talk about why continuing education is important, how to prepare for your L2 and L3, and other courses we recommend.