IST CrossFit Podcast

This week we talk about Brendan's experience at Wodapalooza. Brendan competed on a team of 3 in the elite division. We talk about travel, eating, sleeping, and dealing with a chaotic environment. We try to paint a picture of what it is like to compete on the big stage and talk about the lessons learned.

This week we talk about 2021. We go over ten moments that we enjoyed including the in-house competition, our new class format, and the return of the IST Christmas Party. 

This week we go over your questions! We talk about belts, age groups in CrossFit competitions, how CrossFit could improve your performance in your profession, and how to make a good choice at restaurants.

This week we talk about the equipment we have in gym and why we use it. We also talk about pieces we have, but don't use as often.

This week we talk about our approach to maintaining healthy habits in the holiday season. 

Chris, Joe, Brendan and Alex talk about what goes through their mind during a class. We talk about our mental preparation, modifying the workout for individual need, safety and much more. 

This week we talk about the CrossFit Quarterfinals. Coach Brendan and Joe reflect on the 5 events they completed. 

This week we talk about the first two weeks of the open and the positives and negatives of a competitive setting.

This week we talk about the 10 domains of fitness. They are cardiovascular and respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, balance, and accuracy. We also talk about what type of athlete we think would be at the top of each domain.

This week we talk about the power of group fitness. We talk about motivation, increases in performance, and enjoyment!