Iron Crew Podcast

Danny sits down with Michael Sugrue, a retired Police Sergeant and former US Air Force Captain.  Michael shares his experience with Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI), depression, and anxiety.  He gives advice on ways to cope with work related stress, the importance of talking openly about your emotions, and how to identify the warning signs that your job is negatively affecting you.  You can find more information on how to seek psychological help as a first responder by checking out the First Responder Support Network.  

Before their conversation, Danny shares the positive and negative experiences he had as a police officer, how to instill situational awareness in your children, and the effects that constant negativity has on your psyche.  He also goes into why having expectations isn’t always a bad thing and how “overnight success” is a myth.  Finally, Danny clears the air on the commonly misunderstood phrase “Jerry Rigged.”  

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

:25 - Psychological, emotional, and physical effects of work related stress

2:49 - Danny shares the pitfalls of his 11 year career as a police officer

3:45 - Recurring dreams many police officers have

5:36 - Effects of the “bottom 3% of society” on a police officer’s psyche

8:45 - Danny shares how his law enforcement career has helped him in life

10:07 - A game to play with kids to help their situational awareness

14:10 - Danny’s “Week That Was” supported by Kingsfield Fitness, use “ironcrew” discount code for 20% off a 4-speed vibrating foam roller!

15:36 - Why having expectations isn’t always a bad thing

19:26 - How “overnight success” takes years to achieve 

22:44 - Danny clears the air on the common term “Jerry Rigged”

25:26 - Guest Interview supported by Rubel Roasting, use “ironcrew” discount code for 10% off the freshest coffee around!

26:53 - Conversation with Michael Sugrue

1:16:00 - Closing remarks and how to support this podcast

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Danny has a fascinating conversation with Desheay Jenkins, a professional parkour athlete and parkour gym owner.  Desheay divulges how a video game was the inspiration behind starting parkour, why mastering the basics is a necessity, and how he had to separate himself from negativity in order to thrive.  Desheay also goes into his mindset before deciding to perform a challenging and dangerous parkour movement.  

Before their conversation, Danny shares how he recovered so quickly from his back injury, the importance of a proper warm up for injury prevention, and the scientific research behind the facial hair women find most attractive on men.  You won’t want to miss the interesting story of when Danny arrested a robber who used his parkour skills to break into a 2nd story apartment.  Lastly, Danny drops some insight on International Masturbation Month!

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

:27 - Desheay Jenkins, owner of Danny’s son’s parkour gym!

2:40 - Mindset before performing a challenging parkour trick

3:50 - Danny’s “Week That Was” supported by Kingsfield Fitness, use “ironcrew” discount code for 20% off a 4-speed vibrating foam roller!

5:12 - Learn about how Danny arrested the “Parkour Bandit”, a robber who used parkour to break into an apartment

11:53 - Happy International Masturbation Month!

13:28 - The importance of a proper warm up for injury prevention and what to do if you don’t have time to warm up before a workout

15:33 - Learn how Danny recovered so quickly from his back injury

18:02 - Scientific research reveals what style facial hair women find most attractive on men

21:36 - Check out Danny’s other podcast called the “Lionhearted Podcast”, where he co-hosts with Dave Musgrave!

22:15 - Guest Interview supported by Rubel Roasting, use “ironcrew” discount code for 10% off the freshest coffee around!

23:56 - If you want to master double unders, download the FREE guide at ironcrewathletics.com/free-guides/ 

25:22 - Conversation with Desheay Jenkins

1:18:05 - Closing remarks and how to support this podcast

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 20% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

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Danny linked up with Marcus Filly, the creator of functional bodybuilding and 6-time CrossFit Games competitor.  Danny and Marcus talk all about what people really need out of their fitness program, what the most overused exercises are, and why he veered off the path to becoming a doctor to pursue his passion for fitness.  They also dive into some deep conversation about spirituality, intuition, self exploration, spending time in solitude, and finding comfort within your own mind.  This is an amazing conversation that really shows Marcus’ commitment to changing the way people think about health and wellness.  

Before their conversation, Danny shares how his podcasting nightmare came true, how to stop being negative by using the “5 minute rule”, and clarifies a common misunderstanding of how to do the CrossFit workout “Murph” as prescribed.  Danny then makes a promise to his audience about sound quality.  He also answers a listener question:  What are the pros/cons of switch grip in the deadlift and when should you use it?  

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

:26 - The unhealthy side to the sport of fitness

2:02 - The importance of spending time alone

2:59 - Danny’s “Week That Was” supported by Kingsfield Fitness

4:00 - The science behind vibrating foam rollers

5:18 - A podcasting nightmare comes true

7:51 - Danny’s commitment to sound quality for his listeners

8:22 - How to stop being negative by using the “5 minute rule”

10:34 - All podcasts are up on YouTube!

11:22 - Free Double Under Guide on ironcrewathletics.com/free-guides/

13:02 - Danny clarifies the common misunderstanding of how to do the popular CrossFit workout “Murph” Rx’d

16:13 - Listener Question:  Pros and cons of switch grip in the deadlift and when to use it?

19:48 - Guest Interview supported by Rubel Roasting

22:43 - Conversation with Marcus Filly

1:13:26 - Closing remarks and how to support this podcast

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 20% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

Website - ironcrewathletics.com

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Twitter - @ironcrewathlete

LinkedIn - Danny Burde

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Danny chats with Jessica Rothenberg, a health and wellness coach who specializes in reverse dieting by using a holistic approach.  Danny and Jessica go down many rabbit holes, including the correlation between social media and anxiety, daily routines for managing stress, what it’s like dating a man with children, the pros and cons of training volume vs intensity, and the lessons learned as a part of Cirque du Soleil.  They also discuss the importance of women AND men being aware of menstrual cycles in order to help better manage energy levels, training, and interpersonal relationships.  

Before their conversation, Danny talks about a harsh reminder regarding listening to your body before training, his biggest takeaway from meeting CT Fletcher, and when to use the high bar back squat vs the low bar back squat.  A listener question is answered:  How do you handle a client when they disagree with your instruction?  Finally, Danny gives a huge shoutout to all of the mothers in his life!

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

:26 - The many layers of Jessica Rothenberg

1:37 - The importance of understanding menstruel cycles

2:43 - First interview up on Iron Crew Athletics YouTube channel!

3:19 - Danny’s “Week That Was” supported by Kingsfield Fitness

5:10 - How to listen to your body to avoid injury in the gym

8:52 - What “honor your future self” means

10:52 - Biggest takeaway from meeting CT Fletcher

15:14 - Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms out there!

16:32 - Listener Question:  How to handle clients disagreeing with you?

21:20 - When to use high bar back squat vs low bar back squat?

24:19 - Guest Interview supported by Rubel Roasting

26:30 - Conversation with Jessica Rothenberg

1:20:58 - How to support this podcast

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 20% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

Website - ironcrewathletics.com

YouTube - Iron Crew Athletics

Instagram - @ironcrewathletics

Facebook - Iron Crew Athletics

Twitter - @ironcrewathlete

LinkedIn - Danny Burde

Email - [email protected]

Danny is joined by professional storyteller Andréa Topper!  Andréa is a writer, editor, and journalist who was an editor at the CrossFit Journal and of the popular book “Speal:  A David and Goliath Story”.  Andréa and Danny talk about her time working with CrossFit HQ, how she fell in love with Kyokushin Karate, and how physical fitness training helps prepare the mind more than anything.  Andréa then catches Danny off guard, putting him on the spot when she spontaneously asks HIM a question.  Wait until the end for a very impromptu conversation!

Before their conversation, Danny shares a hilarious Cinco De Mayo story from when he was a cop in Salinas, why everyone should read the CrossFit Journal, and how letting your children debate with you will empower them as adults.  A listener question is answered:  Is it safe to go on the 500 calorie a day diet?  Finally, Danny goes off on a tangent in his Mike Tyson impersonation that you will not want to miss.  

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

:23 - How simply being prepared for a fight lessens the chances you’ll ever get into one

2:29 - Danny’s “Week That Was” supported by Kingsfield Fitness

3:59 - A hilarious story from when Danny was a cop in Salinas

6:12 - The truth behind Cinco De Mayo

7:53 - Danny goes off on a tangent in his Mike Tyson impersonation 

9:57 - Why everyone should read the CrossFit Journal

13:13 - How letting your children challenge authority will empower them as adults

16:24 - Listener Question:  Should I do the 500 calorie per day diet?

22:50 - Guest Interview supported by Rubel Roasting

24:38 - Conversation with Andréa Topper

1:21:24 - How to support this podcast

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 20% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

Website - ironcrewathletics.com

YouTube - Iron Crew Athletics

Instagram - @ironcrewathletics

Facebook - Iron Crew Athletics

Twitter - @ironcrewathlete

LinkedIn - Danny Burde

Email - [email protected]

Danny sits down with Adam Saucedo, a mindset expert who comes from a sports psychology and mental performance background.  Adam’s expertise in mindset is second to none, and he delivered in this jam packed episode full of insight.  We discuss the importance of practicing what you preach, how to seamlessly shift gears mentally throughout your day, and how approaching your daily life as a “performance” will set you up for some next level success.  Adam then gives tangible advice in order to set each day up for success by utilizing a proper nighttime and morning routine.  This is an absolute must listen.

Before their conversation, Danny clarifies a common toilet bowl misconception, talks about how he saw Jupiter last week, and shares an interesting experience during his first Psychology college course.  He also talks about how having awkward conversations with your young children will help them, and you, in the long run.  Then, Danny answers a listener question:  What are some good substitutions for running?  

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

:26 - How life can be viewed as a series of performances

3:17 - Danny’s “Week that Was” supported by Kingsfield Fitness

5:19 - Are all Psychology students crazy?

8:09 - Does the hemisphere you are in dictate the direction toilet water spins?

11:11 - The awesome app that tells you what star you are looking at

13:00 - How having awkward conversations with your children develops trust

19:08 - Listener Question:  What’s the best running substitute for cardio?

24:59 - Guest Interview supported by Rubel Roasting

27:37 - Conversation with Adam Saucedo

1:09:05 - Closing:  Watch this entire episode on YouTube!

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 20% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

Website - ironcrewathletics.com

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Instagram - @ironcrewathletics

Facebook - Iron Crew Athletics

Twitter - @ironcrewathlete

LinkedIn - Danny Burde

Email - [email protected]

Danny sits down with Michael Cazayoux from Brute Strength!  Michael has spent countless hours on his own personal development and is committed to sharing his knowledge with the world.  Danny and Michael talk about the importance of having multiple emotional “buckets” to fill up, how he became such a good romantic partner, and how he manages negative thoughts.  Michael then discusses why it is important for men to talk about their emotions, how to bring up the little annoyances with your romantic partner, and where the saying “Owning your shit is sexy” stems from.  Michael also shares his newfound relationship with food after a long stint with the Keto diet and how to eat for athletic performance vs cognitive function.  

Before their conversation, Danny shares why during Easter Sunday he thought about why Rap music is no different than good ol’ fashioned Oldies music.  He also dives into why the way you move outside the gym is way more valuable than inside the gym, a communication pro tip that you can use with anyone important in your life, and answers a listener question regarding how safe it is for young children to lift weights.  Lastly, you can now WATCH Danny’s podcast on YouTube.  Go to the Iron Crew Athletics YouTube channel and check out Danny do his thing behind the mic!

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

:30 - Michael Cazayoux’s commitment to wellness and personal growth

2:15 - Why modern day rap music has the same message as oldies

7:33 - A communication pro tip that you can use when involved in conflict

13:08 - How reframing your day-to-day movement can help you in the gym

16:24 - Listener Question: Is it safe for young children to lift weights?

21:13 - Rubel Roasting is the freshest coffee available, roast to order

22:31 - Decrease pain in hard to reach spots using the vibrating foam roller by Kingsfield Fitness

24:20 - Conversation with Michael Cazayoux

1:07:30 - Closing: Check out the raw and uncut version of each podcast on the Iron Crew Athletics YouTube Channel!

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 20% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

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Facebook - Iron Crew Athletics

Twitter - @ironcrewathlete

LinkedIn - Danny Burde

Email - [email protected]

Danny gets a chance to sit down with movement specialist, gymnastics guru, and communication expert, Carl Paoli!  Danny and Carl talk all things human movement, how to own your actions, and what makes Carl so great as an “in person” speaker.  Carl also shares some funny stories about his previous modeling career, why he started making YouTube videos, and how he became the go-to gymnastics source for CrossFit.  

Before their conversation, Danny talks about his week, full of funny stories about how his son’s school photo makes him look like a serial killer, his reference to using a flogger on Shannon (in the bedroom, of course), and what the heck does “on one” mean?  He also shares how he and Shannon tapped into their inner Marie Kondo as they begin their de-clutter journey.  Then, Danny answers a listener question:  What causes nausea after a difficult workout?  

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

1:35 - The best bar muscle up cue

3:18 - Danny’s son’s school photo makes him look like a serial killer

5:01 - Danny and Shannon tap into their inner Marie Kondo

8:28 - The meaning behind being “on one”

12:02 - Calling all sound engineers 

13:32 - Danny starts video recording for the YouTube channel

14:25 - Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller now 20% off!

15:38 - Listener Question: What causes the feeling of nausea during/after a workout?

22:58 - Rubel Roasting Coffee - The freshest coffee in the world!

24:12 - Conversation with Carl Paoli

1:09:23 - Closing

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 20% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

Website - ironcrewathletics.com

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Twitter - @ironcrewathlete

LinkedIn - Danny Burde

Email - [email protected]

Dr. James Bagley is a is an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Director of the Muscle Physiology Lab at San Francisco State University.  With involvement in over 50 scientific articles, abstracts, and studies, Dr. Bagley is the go-to resource in the field of exercise science.  Danny got to pick Dr. Bagley’s brain regarding the science behind muscle.  They dive into the research behind muscle atrophy, hypertrophy, and flexibility.  Dr. Bagley also drops a ton of knowledge on cutting edge micro biome research, why you may not be performing as well in the gym as you should be, why “old man strength” is a real thing, and how to prevent “sleepy butt syndrome.”  This is an information packed episode!

Before their conversation, Danny dives into one of his favorite scenes in the movie “The Departed”, how to talk to your children if they aren’t having fun during their sports practice, and the story of his daughter’s orthodontist appointment.  He also goes into the things he’s been doing to help get back into shape and rehab his plantar fasciitis.  You also won’t want to miss Danny’s go-to April Fool’s Day joke he plays on his kids every year.  

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

2:51 - Why Danny thought Dr. Bagley’s name sounded so familiar

6:45 - How to handle your child not having fun at practice

13:20 - Why kids have it easy at the dentist these days

14:59 - Listener Question:  How to build a solid fitness baseline?

27:37 - Conversation with Dr. Jimmy Bagley

1:25:00 - Closing

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

Website - ironcrewathletics.com

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Instagram - @ironcrewathletics

Facebook - Iron Crew Athletics

Twitter - @ironcrewathlete

LinkedIn - Danny Burde

Email - [email protected]

Danny spends this week solo as he gives gratitude for all of the people who have helped him along the way thus far.  He also goes into what to expect in future episodes, gives his 2019 CrossFit Open recap, and how he has adjusted his training to improve aerobic capacity and movement quality.  Danny also answers a handful of listener questions in this information packed episode.  If you have a question for Danny, leave a comment below or email him at ironcrewathletics.com!

Here is where you can find each segment in case you want to skip around.  Enjoy!

3:08 - Danny gives gratitude for those who make the podcast happen

7:10 - 2019 CrossFit Open Recap

9:35 - The importance of aerobic capacity in fitness

14:50 - What is a good pre workout “go-to” warm-ups?

17:13 - Should you workout when you are sick?

21:10 - What are the benefits of tempo weight lifting?

26:07 - How to adjust CrossFit workouts based on male/female ratio

31:16 - How many rest days should you take a week?

35:00 - Closing

If you like fresh coffee, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off Rubel Roasting Coffee.  Go to rubelroasting.com/coffee to order now!

If exercise and mobility are important to you, use “ironcrew” at check out for 10% off a Kingsfield Fitness Vibrating Foam Roller.  Go to kingsfieldfitness.com to order now!

Remember to subscribe to this podcast, leave a rating, and a review!  Also check out my other platforms!

Website - ironcrewathletics.com

YouTube - Iron Crew Athletics

Instagram - @ironcrewathletics

Facebook - Iron Crew Athletics

Twitter - @ironcrewathlete

LinkedIn - Danny Burde

Email - [email protected]