Best Hour of Their Day | Podcast

In this episode of the Best Hour of Their Day podcast, Jason Fernandez and Mike Giardina discuss how the new CrossFit Medical Society aims to bridge the gap between healthcare and CrossFit Affiliates, making gyms community health hubs. They explore how integrating healthcare professionals, personalized blood panel testing, and health coaches into Affiliates can help tackle chronic disease and improve long-term health outcomes. -- FREE TOOLS and resources for CrossFit Affiliate Owners and Coaches. https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-tools -- Unlock the Power of Your Fitness Business with PushPress https://www.pushpress.com/ -- 0:00 - Introduction 1:10 - Healthcare Fundamentals Course 2:21 - CrossFit in Healthcare 3:06 - Affiliates as Health Homes 4:01 - Physicians on CrossFit5:18 - Building a Health Coach Network 6:32 - Is Cash-Based Healthcare Costly? 9:05 - Costs vs Benefits in Health Programs 10:57 - Problems with Insurance Models 13:05 - Engaging Healthcare Providers 15:02 - CrossFit Medical Society Affiliates 19:06 - Why CrossFit and Healthcare Integration is Slow 22:07 - Interest in CrossFit Health 24:50 - Insurance-Reimbursed CrossFit Programs 27:08 - Challenges of Grant Funding 30:46 - Community and Health Success 35:10 - Muscle Mass and Longevity 42:00 - Reversing Diabetes with Virta Health 50:08 - Value of Regular Blood Panels 53:01 - Future of CrossFit Health in 2024

In this episode of Behind The Knowledge, Pat Barber and Todd Occhiuto sit down with Kristin Bowen (CrossFit Level 4 Coach) to discuss her journey from graphic designer to elite coach. Kristen shares the challenges she faced, how she overcame self-doubt, and what it really takes to excel as a CrossFit coach. Tune in to hear her insights on mentorship, coaching development, and building confidence. LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING INSIDE THE KNOWLEDGE PRO⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- FREE WORLD-CLASS COACH EVALUATION https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/world-class-coach-evaluation --

Alison and Jason Jakowski (Odin CrossFit) discuss how they grew their gym to over 400 members and a $1 million run rate by offering only CrossFit group classes, highlighting the importance of strong core values, maintaining community, and developing a professional coaching staff. -- FREE TOOLS and resources for CrossFit Affiliate Owners and Coaches. https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-tools -- Unlock the Power of Your Fitness Business with PushPress https://www.pushpress.com/ -- 0:00 - Introduction 0:39 - Starting Affiliate University and GSD Team 1:54 - Early Success at Odin CrossFit 2:42 - Growing to 400 Members with Pure CrossFit 3:09 - The Decision to Buy Odin CrossFit 5:01 - Overcoming Challenges to Build Gym Culture 6:13 - The Balance of Qualitative and Quantitative Leadership 8:53 - Doubling Down on Affiliate University Principles 10:12 - Implementing Changes from Affiliate University 12:22 - The Importance of PushPress Software for Gym Success 13:46 - Achieving a $1 Million Run Rate 15:00 - Odin CrossFit's Historic Building and Downtown Location 17:40 - Leaving a Day Job for Full-Time Gym Ownership 20:31 - Maintaining Community at a Large Gym 24:00 - Core Values: Humble, Healthy, Happy 29:02 - Coaching Gym Owners: Insights from Affiliate University 31:05 - What $1 Million in Revenue Means for Odin CrossFit 34:00 - Developing a Team and Integrating Coaches at Odin

Nicole Aucoin, founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition (HSN), is transforming gym culture through effective nutrition coaching. We explore how integrating nutrition programs can elevate member results, boost gym growth, and foster deeper community connections. Nicole shares insights on empowering coaches and owners to make a greater impact on health and wellness. --- FREE TOOLS and resources for CrossFit Affiliate Owners and Coaches. https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-tools --- 0:00 Introduction 1:35 How Bartending Skills Translate to Sales 5:00 Cheerleading at the University of Florida 6:19 Gym Accelerator Summit 9:48 Talking Nutrition at HSN 11:07 Dinner and Healthy Eating Choices 14:00 Leadership and Personal Growth 18:12 Event Planning and Execution 21:28 Building a Great Team & Culture 29:02 Connecting with Affiliate Owners 31:40 Managing Growth and Scaling a Business 35:04 Balancing Work and Personal Life 38:12 Branding and Marketing Strategies 42:00 Lessons in Perseverance and Success 46:12 The Power of Feedback and Continuous Improvement

In this episode of "Behind the Knowledge," Olympian Chad Vaughn shares his methods for building stronger athletes in the Olympic lifts through effective coaching techniques, mobility work, and smart programming. Learn how to enhance performance and develop resilience in your athletes with Chad's proven strategies. -- LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING INSIDE THE KNOWLEDGE PRO⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- FREE WORLD-CLASS COACH EVALUATION https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/world-class-coach-evaluation -- 0:00 Introduction 0:37 Special Guest Introduction: Chad Vaughn 1:24 What Makes a Great Coach? 1:44 Weekly Wins with Chad Vaughn 4:05 Chad's New Training Approach 7:31 Bodybuilding vs. CrossFit: Chad's Perspective 13:27 The Value of Coaching Experience 26:09 Developing as a Coach: Chad's Advice 37:00 How to Improve Your Olympic Lifts 53:09 Key Cues for Coaching Weightlifting 1:00:18 Coaching Challenges and Solutions 1:08:19 Final Thoughts and Advice from Chad Vaughn

Dario, Owner of North Naples CrossFit shares his journey of building a thriving gym community across 11 years. He discusses key lessons in communication, leadership, and member engagement, offering insights for gym owners on creating a world-class CrossFit experience. --- FREE TOOLS and resources for CrossFit Affiliate Owners and Coaches. https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-tools --- 0:00 - Intro 2:13 - Talking North Naples CrossFit 4:03 - The Journey of Dario in CrossFit 6:40 - Starting at CrossFit Naples 10:49 - Transitioning the Gym to a Business 13:00 - Partnership Dynamics and Challenges 17:06 - Balancing Firefighting and Gym Ownership 20:21 - Navigating a Partnership Split 24:38 - Building a Lifestyle-Focused CrossFit Gym 30:11 - Improving Communication and Feedback 35:00 - Enhancing Member Experience with New Additions 39:09 - Growth and Revenue Insights 43:29 - Planning for the Future of the Gym 46:02 - Dealing with Personal and Family Challenges 50:09 - Real Estate Strategies for Gym Expansion 55:01 - Wrapping Up and Future Plans

In this episode, Austin Malleolo offers an inside look at the future of CrossFit, revealing key updates and strategies from CrossFit HQ. From new growth initiatives and brand protection to affiliate support and real estate partnerships, this episode dives deep into what’s next for the CrossFit community. -- FREE TOOLS and resources for CrossFit Affiliate Owners and Coaches. https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-tools -- Unlock the Power of Your Fitness Business with PushPress https://www.pushpress.com/ -- 0:00 - Introduction 0:37 - Welcoming Austin Malleolo 3:12 - State of CrossFit Affiliates at the 2024 Games 3:43 - Discussing the Affiliate Price Increase 5:02 - CrossFit’s Strategy for Affiliate Support and Growth 5:26 - Protection of the CrossFit Brand and IP Theft 10:12 - Growth of the CrossFit Brand: SEO and Marketing Strategies 13:34 - Results from the New SEO Strategy: A 40% Increase in Leads 15:29 - Plans for Local Ad Support for Affiliates 18:06 - Marketing Toolkit and New Resources for Affiliates 22:00 - Real Estate Partnerships to Support Affiliates 27:01 - Improving Affiliate Communication and Engagement 29:03 - Rethinking the Affiliate Life Cycle and Role Designation 35:29 - Feedback on Affiliate Communication Strategies 40:14 - Austin Malleolo on Personal Fitness and Sustainable Training 42:02 - Advice for Coaches on Programming and Member Engagement 44:50 - Encouraging Gym Community Engagement and Retention Strategies

In this episode of "Behind the Knowledge," Lindsay Andrew reveals her battle with imposter syndrome and the strength it took to rise as a Level 4 Coach. Hosts Pat Barber and Todd Occhiuto dig deep into her emotional journey, highlighting the moments that shaped her into the coach she is today. This conversation is a powerful reminder that even the most self-assured coaches once faced doubts—and found the courage to keep going. --- LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING INSIDE THE KNOWLEDGE PRO⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- FREE WORLD-CLASS COACH EVALUATION https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/world-class-coach-evaluation -- 0:00 - Introduction to the Episode 0:13 - Meet the Hosts: Pat Barber and Todd Occhiuto 0:44 - Welcoming Lindsay Andrew 1:10 - Lindsay's Early Coaching Days 2:06 - The Moment Lindsay Met Pat 3:00 - Social Media and Growth in Coaching 5:22 - Lindsay's Coaching Journey Begins 7:03 - Transitioning from Nightlife to Coaching 10:21 - Building a Career as a Coach 12:16 - Challenges and Lessons Learned 14:44 - Lindsay's Development as a Coach 18:00 - The Importance of Reps and Experience 21:22 - Building Connections as a Coach 26:26 - Learning to Set Boundaries 32:02 - Mentorship and Development 36:06 - Memorable Coaching Experiences 41:33 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 44:08 - Realizing Her Worth as a Coach 47:02 - Lindsay’s Future Plans 48:03 - Episode Outro and Upcoming Content

In this episode of the "Best Hour of Their Day" podcast, Nick and Casey Seiske, owners of CrossFit Rohkeus, share how mindset coaching and business mentorship transformed their gym and personal lives. They discuss how reconnecting with family, improving gym operations, and embracing personal growth have strengthened their relationship as business partners and a married couple. -- FREE TOOLS and resources for CrossFit Affiliate Owners and Coaches ⁠https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-tools⁠ -- 0:00 - Introduction 0:44 - Nick and Casey Seiske - CrossFit Rohkeus 2:01 - Nick’s Mindset Transformation Journey 3:42 - Casey Observes Positive Changes in Nick 5:03 - Joel Cochran's Mindset Coaching Impact 7:00 - Empowerment Through Mindset Shift 8:09 - How Mindset Affects Personal and Business Growth 10:02 - Coaching Improvements and Business Strategies 26:01 - Hiring and Developing a Strong Coaching Team 42:33 - Balancing Business Operations and Personal Life 49:20 - Implementing Nutrition and Financial Strategies 57:13 - Final Reflections on Growth and Happiness

Nick and Barry from PushPress discuss how gyms can properly use software to deliver unreasonable hospitality, create exceptional member experiences, and boost retention. They share strategies for leveraging technology effectively, from automating tasks to using AI, and introduce new tools like the Committed Club to enhance member engagement and streamline operations. -- FREE TOOLS and resources for CrossFit Affiliate Owners and Coaches. https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-tools -- Unlock the Power of Your Fitness Business with PushPress https://www.pushpress.com/ -- 0:00 - Introduction and Hosts Introduction 0:36 - Meet Nick and Barry from PushPress 1:23 - The Power of Customer Service in Gyms 2:07 - What is "Unreasonable Hospitality"? 4:44 - Scaling Memorable Customer Experiences 6:45 - Using AI to Streamline Gym Operations 10:34 - Enhancing Customer Experience Virtually 13:06 - Effective AI Strategies for Gym Owners 19:01 - Turning Gym Data into Actionable Insights 24:22 - Proactive Strategies for Gym Management 26:02 - New Tools from PushPress: Committed Club 32:23 - Automating and Personalizing Member Engagement 35:02 - Addressing Customer Service Challenges 39:06 - The Future of Gym Management Software 43:31 - Why Affiliates Should Consider PushPress