The Craic Podcast

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete and reasons why they keep coming back.

In today's episode we talk to Craic Celebrity, Beth McElhinney, about how her fitness has evolved over the years since joining the gym in 2011! Beth discusses the benefits of competing with herself, the challenges she's seen over the years, and how having her daughter involved at the gym has recently changed her experience.

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete and reasons why they keep coming back.  

In this week's episode, Sara and Jarrod talk about advice to get you through the holidays. We understand that the holidays can be challenging for some and can get others off track from their plan. Now that we're right between Thanksgiving and Christmas, let's do what we can to keep ourselves on a positive path!

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete and reasons why they keep coming back.  

In today's episode we talk to Craic member Brian Corina.  Brian is a State Trooper for MA State.  He talks to us about his training to become a Trooper, the road as a melting pot, and efforts to do things well at the gym.  Brian believes that good physical and mental health is incredibly important; Craic helps him to do that!  

***Let us know what episodes you'd like to hear going forward!  Contact us at [email protected].

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete and reasons why they keep coming back.  

In today's episode we chat with Craic member Nicki Macedo!  We chat with Nicki about finding a fitness support system, and subsequent friend group, at Craic.  Nicki talks about how she balances having a food-related Instagram account, @Boston__Foodie, with her own fitness and nutrition goals. 

Follow Nicki on Instagram @NLMacedo14 and @Boston__Foodie (two underscores!).  

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete and reasons why they keep coming back.  

In today's episode we talk to long time Craic member, Kyle! Kyle talks about his move from Florida to Boston, joining the gym, meeting his wife, and his baby on the way! Kyle is one of Craic's most energetic and entertaining members; he talks us though his member life cycle.

Kyle supports the F.L.A.G. Flag Football league and thinks you should too!

***Let us know what episodes you'd like to hear going forward!  Contact us at [email protected].

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete (and in this case, coaches!) and reasons why they keep coming back.  

In today's episode, we speak to our friend, and fellow Strong Coach, Aaron Jannetti.  Aaron visited us from Columbus, Ohio and sat down with us to talk about his background in fitness, the evolution of his own training, and how he has become one of the best self defense coaches around.  

If you're ever in Columbus, check out Aaron's gym:  Endeavor Defense and Fitness. 

Follow Aaron on Instagram @jannettiaaron. 

***Let us know what episodes you'd like to hear going forward!  Contact us at [email protected].

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete and reasons why they keep coming back.  

Today's episode is a unique one! We speak with past Craic member and coach, Pete Peloquin! Pete started as a member at Craic, then helped with cleaning the gym, and later became a Craic coach! He has since moved to Worcester and now works as a city planner. Pete shares his gym philosophies with us, that effort takes skill, to take good workout notes, and to look to make minor improvements over time.

Check out Pete on Facebook, and follow him on Instagram @PeteShaw7781.

Pete also participates in the UMass Cancer Walk each year. To support this cause, click here!

***Let us know what episodes you'd like to hear going forward!  Contact us at [email protected].

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete and reasons why they keep coming back.  

In this episode, we speak with Rob Eugene, the Brand Ambassador for Hennessy in Massachusetts! He shares details about his work experience, abnormal work schedule, and how the discipline of gym attendance translates to his commitment in life! He also discusses his and his wife's business endeavors, including Adorn Studio in Norwood (@AdornBoutiqueStudio), and Behind the Design (@BehindTheDesign)!

Follow Rob on Instagram @IAmBoston, or friend him on Facebook (just search Rob)!

Link to: Video from Hennessy's #WeAre campaign featuring Rob!

Welcome to this BONUS EPISODE of The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete (and in this case coach!) and reasons why they keep coming back.  

In today's episode we talk to Brian Muka, The Fear Sherpa.  Brian is guiding people to dance with courage, and is helping world changers to change the world!  His work is centered around changing people's relationships with fear and resistance.  In this podcast, he shares his steps for embracing fear and advises us to make plans for this when we are calm.  Definitely be sure to check out this episode if you feel held back by fear in any way!  

Follow Brian on Instagram:  @FearSherpa

Join the Taming Fear to Thrive Facebook group.

Be sure to check out Brian's recently released book, Your Secret Superpower: Tame Fear to Thrive! 

***Let us know what episodes you'd like to hear going forward!  Contact us at [email protected].

Welcome to The Craic Podcast, where we talk about the real side of fitness!  We discuss the challenges and triumphs of the everyday athlete and reasons why they keep coming back.  

In this week's episode we chat with Craic Member Becky McCabe!  She is a special education teacher, mother of three, and CrossFit enthusist/competitor!  We discuss the emotional and mental strength gained from CrossFit, as well as what keeps her motivated!  Remember, you can do hard things!

Becky also shared with us her experience working with the Buddy Walk.  More information on that program here:  mdsc.org!

***Let us know what episodes you'd like to hear going forward!  Contact us at [email protected].