Renegade Performance Radio

You've probably heard (or even said) this at a competition: "They're too good for this division!" Whether it’s someone breezing through RX movements or someone whose performance is way beyond the scaled category, we’ve all seen it.

But when is it really time to step up your game and move to the next division?

Ever find yourself staring at the whiteboard, wondering whether to push for that RX or play it smart and scale?

It's the CrossFit conundrum that gets alot of us. Today, we're diving deep into the when, why, and how of scaling workouts to keep you progressing, without sacrificing the essence of what makes CrossFit thrilling.

Want to get the most out of your training and make real progress towards your goals?

Whether you're hitting the gym to get fit, compete, or just improve your overall health, being coachable is your secret weapon. It's not just about showing up; it's about how you show up and engage with your coach and the advice given

In the latest episode of Renegade Performance Radio, we dive into the world of CrossFit master's athlete GWizzy (Cullum Gifford).

At 41, Callum's approach to training and life has shifted big time. Smart training, solid rest, eating right, and balancing life.

Have you ever experienced the frustration of Inconsistency with your skills or strength?

It's a tale as old as time in the gym: you start the week strong, nailing those bar muscle-ups, chest-to-bars, or hitting a new clean PR. But as the week wears on, those skills and strengths seem to evaporate into thin air. 

Listen to find out why and what you can do about it 

Today we are talking 'Same Program, Different Goals'

How can a competitor follow the same programme as someone who wants to be fit and healthy in the same environment?

Gymnastics in CrossFit: To Lose Weight or Get Stronger?

In CrossFit, the pursuit of gymnastic skills  presents a unique dilemma: 

Is it more advantageous to shed weight to make those pull-ups feel like a breeze, or should you focus on building sheer strength to master the gymnastic elements?

On our podcast ‘Renegade Performance Radio’ we dived into this topic with the goal of giving you some guidance on what you should do based on where you are at in your journey and what you ultimately want to achieve.

In CrossFit, your nutrition can either be your secret weapon or your Achilles' heel.

At Renegade Performance, we've seen it all—from athletes who underestimate the power of diet to those who obsess over every calorie.

The truth is that there are different stages you will pass through on your journey.

Each stage is defined by the outcome you want and then the way you act/live.

The major problem lies when someone wants something - but isn't willing to act in a way that will allow them to achieve it.  We refer to this as Cognitive dissonance. 

In this podcast, we look at the different levels.

In today's quick lesson from Renegade Performance Radio, we're tackling a nuanced subject that every CrossFitter grapples with: the act of comparison.

Most people would say comparison is a negative thing but we believe if used properly this can be both a motivational tool and a mental hurdle in your journey.

Listen in as Zak and Callum break it down.

How to push harder: Boosting Workout Intensity

Literally every week we have athletes tell us they need to “Push Harder”

"I need to push myself more in workouts." 

To be honest, they are probably right, most people think they are working hard but very few actually are

Does this mean you should be vomiting after every workout..?

No, not at all, but for most, understanding that you have more to give and how to access that will be the game changer for you progress.

If you are not getting fitter and you are training regularly then it could be that you are not bringing the required intensity.

But how do you push harder? Listen to find out.