

Best Hour of Their Day | Podcast
Jason Ackerman / Jason Fernandez
Hosted by Jason Ackerman and Jason Fernandez, Best Hour of Their Day is a podcast dedicated to helping the CrossFit community. We cover all aspects of fitness including coaching, training, competing, starting and growing a business, and everything in between. Regular guests include world-class athletes, some of the best Coaches in the world, fitness entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and more.
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May 30, 2025 • 38min
Fix Your Gym Culture Without Firing Your Team
In part 4 of our leadership series with Saša Mirković, we dive into how CrossFit gym owners can fix a broken team culture—even if they’ve let it slide for years. Learn the three shortcuts to rebuilding trust, creating alignment, and leading with purpose.Episode ResourcesValues CardsCreating your CultureRight PeopleRituals and Sharecon MeetingDealing with Conflict--📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Get EXCLUSIVE Discounts on Equipment from REP Fitness----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 29, 2025 • 54min
The 5 Levels of Leadership for CrossFit Gym Owners
In part 3 of our leadership series with Saša Mirković, we break down the 5 Levels of Leadership every CrossFit Affiliate Owner needs to understand to build a strong, aligned team. If you want to scale your impact and create a gym culture that lasts, it starts with developing leaders—not just Coaches.Epsiode ResourcesThe Nudge Newsletter Sign UpSimon Sinek Ted Talk- Start with WhyLeading with Why - White PaperCreating your Credo Card---📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Get EXCLUSIVE Discounts on Equipment from REP Fitness----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 28, 2025 • 31min
The Cringeworthy Mistakes That Made Ackerman A Better Affiliate Owners
In part 2 of our leadership series with Saša and Laura Mirković, Jason Ackerman rewinds to the early days of Albany CrossFit—sharing the real mistakes, messy growth, and unexpected lessons that shaped a stronger culture. If you're an Affiliate Owner learning as you go, this episode is packed with hard-earned insights and the power of empathy in leadership.--📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Get EXCLUSIVE Discounts on Equipment from REP Fitness----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 27, 2025 • 40min
Running a CrossFit Gym with Your Spouse (Without Killing Each Other)
In part one of this 5-part leadership series, Saša and Laura Mirković share what it’s really like to run a business with your spouse—and how they’ve stayed aligned for over 30 years. From building trust to scheduling “coffee time,” this episode is packed with tactical insights for CrossFit gym owners navigating partnership, parenting, and leadership.Click here to find your values.--📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Get EXCLUSIVE Discounts on Equipment from REP Fitness----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 23, 2025 • 1h
Make CrossFit Fun Again | Denise Thomas
📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Get EXCLUSIVE Discounts on Equipment from REP Fitness----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 19, 2025 • 58min
Inside Chuck Carswell’s Playbook for CrossFit Seminar Success
📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Get EXCLUSIVE Discounts on Equipment from REP Fitness----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 15, 2025 • 1h 1min
The Exact Cues We Use to Coach CrossFit Athletes Every Day
Todd and Kristin break down the exact cues they actually use when coaching a real CrossFit class. From verbal to visual to tactile, they’ll share what works, why it works, and how to choose the right cue for the fault in front of you—so you can coach with more confidence and impact.Join Todd & Kristin every Thursday at 9am EST for LIVE Coach Development!--📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Learn more about PushPress Gym Softwarehttps://www.pushpress.com/----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 13, 2025 • 29min
How to Calculate Your Lead Need (and Actually Grow Your Gym)
In this episode, Fern helps KJ from CrossFit 859 uncover exactly how to calculate his gym’s “lead need” so he knows how many new leads are required each month to grow. They also break down the 4 proven ways to generate leads so affiliate owners can stop guessing and start growing with a simple, repeatable system.---📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Learn more about PushPress Gym Softwarehttps://www.pushpress.com/----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 8, 2025 • 1h 1min
The 3 Cueing Styles Every CrossFit Coach Needs | Denise Thomas
📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Learn more about PushPress Gym Softwarehttps://www.pushpress.com/----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS

May 5, 2025 • 57min
786. Should You Run a Competition at Your CrossFit Gym?
📈 Want to GROW YOUR GYM WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR PASSION?Try Affiliate University FREE- Built exclusively for CrossFit Affiliate Owners- Grow your gym- Increase revenue- Develop world-class coaches----Learn more about PushPress Gym Softwarehttps://www.pushpress.com/----🏋️Want to LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING?Join The Knowledge- LEVEL UP your skills, knowledge, and credential- Access 500+ coaching VIDEOS- Learn from CrossFit LEVEL 4 COACHES- Join weekly LIVE CALLS