We talk to Wendy to learn more about her daughter who has Dravet Syndrome, a rare form of epilepsy. We also talk about how the ketogenic diet has played a role in her daughter's health and just how stringent they need to be when administering such a diet.

To learn more, head to https://www.dravetfoundation.org/

In this episode we have the pleasure of talking with CrossFit OG, Pat Barber. We cover everything from his current nutrition and working out; surfing; his own CrossFit story leading up to the Games and beyond; the CRAZIEST travel story you never want to experience; Dad life; his business Warmup and Workout; and giving his kids knives. Enjoy!

Dori and Rachel interview Coach Chris and learn more about his background and how he got started with CrossFit!

Coaches Dori and Chris sit down to discuss the major changes coming to the CrossFit Open, Regionals, and Games

Coaches Rachel and Chris talk about the common ups and downs of starting CrossFit, why PR'ing all the time is common in the beginning, and some warning signs that your CrossFit gym is not a great fit for you

Coaches Rachel, Dori, and Chris head to Orange Theory (North Wales/Gwynedd) and take a class. We talk about the experience and similarities/differences to CrossFit. Thanks to Coach Lisa for the class!

Lam talks about his experience at the CrossFit Level 1 course. We talk about the type of people that might want to take the course, the general format of the weekend, and more

In this episode we chat with Chuck Bennington, lead coach for CrossFit Gymnastics about:

-His background in the military and finding CF

-CF Gymnastics - shapes and how they translate to weightlifting

-Rx = understanding

-Being a dad

-Books he recommends

-Themes of: Vulnerability and Overall wanting to help others

Coaches Rachel and Chris discuss how CrossFit differs from other fitness routines due to the in-depth coaching and how this means it can be for anybody, but maybe not everyone. Coach Rachel also talks about how CF improved her golf game and her experience at the Adaptive Training Seminar.

In this episode we get to know our newest staff member, Coach Rachel. Rachel talks about being overweight as a teen and finding high intensity exercise to lose the weight, then using CrossFit to change her body composition. We also talk about her recent experience at the CrossFit Gymnastics specialty seminar and the things she took away from that weekend.