In this first episode of the Peak Podcast, Pieter Schönfeldt introduces a new conversation series with fellow FRC and Kinstretch specialist, BJJ black belt, coach, and movement practitioner, Akil Bilal.

This opening episode is a casual introduction to who we are, how we each found strength-based mobility, and why we believe joint preparation, active range of motion, and movement control matter so much for athletes.

Pieter brings the CrossFit and functional fitness perspective, while Akil brings the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and grappling perspective. Together, they explore the shared principles between two very different training worlds and tease what’s coming in future episodes: mobility training, joint health, injury prevention, performance, longevity, end-range strength, and what it really means to prepare the body for the demands of sport.

From the CrossFit box to the BJJ mats, this series is about building bodies that can move well, handle pressure, and keep training for the long run.