This episode is with Zack Griffith the owner of the brand new CrossFit Formula Athletics.

Zack has been training, competing, and coaching in the CrossFit space for long time, and now is ready to bring all of his experiences and knowledge to the Richmond, VA area and beyond.

We talk about the process of moving from athlete to coach, and how he prepared himself by engaging in mentorship programs and learning how to work with people of all fitness levels.

Zack cares deeply about helping people and uses his core values of being a good person and doing the right thing to guide his decisions and set the vision for CrossFit Formula Athletics.

Give this episode a listen, and follow Zack on social @_teddygraham_ and @crossfitformulaathletics

Check out his new gym at www.crossfitformulaathletics.com

This episode we get to sit down with Candice Ludwig. She is the creator of Appetite for Awesome and an amazing nutrition and wellness coach based in Chicago, Illinois. Her background in Organizational Psychology makes her an expert in behavior change. 

After working on her own health and fitness, she discovered the passion for helping others in their health and fitness journey. 

We discuss how she helps her clients build healthy habits that will last, and the steps she takes to enhance the areas of meals, movement, and mindset. 

You'll want to give this episode a listen to learn the simple steps to make lasting changes that will help you feel great! 

You can find Candice at her website https://www.candiceludwig.com

You can follow her on IG @candice_ludwig

In this episode we are joined by Steph Roach, owner of Staying Driven Fitness. 

Steph has an incredible story about following her passion for fitness, coaching, and helping others.

Her experiences as an athlete and coach with adaptive athletes has shaped the way she brings empathy and care for all. This conversation dives into her journey to become the owner of Staying Driven, what she loves about coaching athletes, how adaptive athletes and able bodied athletes both need modifications, and you can learn more about her book Driven.

You don't want to miss this episode!   

You can learn more about Staying Driven https://www.stayingdrivenlive.com/

Give Steph a follow on IG @stephthehammer 

Give Staying Driven a follow on IG @stayingdrivenfitness

We sit down with Emmitt Terrell the owner of Level 6 training and performance in Fuquay-Varina, NC. 

Emmitt has a long history of helping people build a better version of themselves through movement and nutrition coaching. They offer group, sports performance, and individualized training. 

We discuss how he used the discomfort he felt growing up to fuel and motivate his passion for helping others. 

We learn about the pillars that help him to train others and not only improve their physical fitness, but also their mindset and confidence. 

Emmitt shares the practices that help him to stay focused on growth for fitness, family, and his faith. 

You can connect with Level 6 at https://www.levelvitraining.com or on instagram @level6training. Follow Emmitt @trainwithe6. 

This episode we chat with the owner of Myology Sports Massage, Vincent Bounds. 

Myology Sports Massage is the premiere sports massage provide in North Carolina.  

In this episode we dive into what helps people to move and feel better on a day to day basis.  

Vince shares his experiences and best practices for maximizing the recovery portion of training sessions.  

We learn what excites Vince most about working with people to help them achieve their goals and what drives him to continue to push Myology Sports Massage forward.   

Check out www.myologysportsmassage.com for all of your sports massage needs and give them a follow on social media @myologysportsmassage

In this episode we recap the Fittest of the Coast experience where athletes from all over competed in Rx, Intermediate, and Scaled divisions. 

Brad talks about his experience competing and highlights the workouts, the venue, the vibe, and what was the best parts about the weekend!

This episode takes a deep dive into what it takes to help create change in others through changing our mindset and psychology. 

We discuss Christine's experiences that include athlete, bodybuilder, eating disorder, military spouse, fitness coach, and how all of these have led her to be an amazing resource to help others change their life. 

Christine highlights her strategy for helping clients tackle the mindset challenges that it takes to change how they see themselves and change the dialogue in their heads. This is how they begin to create the habits that will create lasting change. 

We learn what her go to practices are and the principles that guide and influence her life and her business. 

Give Christine a follow @christine_lavopa and check out her website https://www.christinelavopa.com. 

Brad and Chelsea sit down to chat about the upcoming CrossFit Open.   

They both have been around the block and experienced the highs, the lows, and everything in between with participating and running the Open.

In this episode they talk about what the Open is, why you should participate, and some tips and insight into having the best experience possible.

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In this episode we sit down with David and Delaney who are the owner and general manager of CrossFit Brave in Cary, North Carolina.

In this episode we learn what led them to be coaches and eventually own the space as well as how they bring fun and enhance the quality of life for their members.

We learn about the practices they implement on a daily basis to keep themselves ready to pour into others.   

You can learn more about CrossFit Brave by visiting crossfitbrave.com and following them on instagram https://www.instagram.com/crossfitbrave/

We sit down with Courtney Smiach the owner of Rebet PT and Rebel Cycle in Fuquay-Varina, NC. 

She gives us insight into what excites her about improving the quality of people's lives as a physical therapist and movement expert. 

We learn what some of her go-to strategies are for making sure she is taking care of herself, and what practical habits others can implement to improve their lifestyle. 

Rebel PT is all about helping clients challenge the status quo and know that while some challenges may be taboo, they are not uncommon and women should stand up for their right to have their needs met. She is an amazing physical therapist who has a big heart for her clients. 

You can follow Courtney on instagram @rebel-pt and check out her website to book a cycling class or make an appointment with her - https://rebel-nc.com.