Jason Khalipa Podcast

America is drinking less, but is that really a good thing? In this Home Team episode, we break down the stats, debate whether alcohol is truly on the decline, and ask the bigger question: what’s replacing it? From vaping to THC, pharma-driven “cure alls,” and Japan’s Metabo Law, this conversation covers the cultural shift around drinking—and whether it’s leading us toward better health or just new problems.Timestamps:[0:00] Why Gen-Z is drinking less[1:44] Declining alcohol statistics[4:00] The case for giving it up[5:00] Alcohol and personal freedom[7:04] Are stats misleading? Depression + screen time rise[8:34] Questionable polling and fake protests[10:20] Alcohol’s dangers (and its upsides)[12:22] Why “not drinking” feels like a big deal[15:10] Peer pressure is fading[15:40] Have kids just swapped alcohol for vaping + THC?[16:35] Parents’ role in showing balance[21:30] The reality of being compromised[22:45] Not letting nights ruin mornings[23:30] When to cut alcohol out (and is it just alcohol?)[29:20] You don’t know what you don’t know[30:15] What happened with Raja Jackson[36:03] Punishment in the ring[38:30] Women’s sports boom in California[40:51] Serena Williams and GLP-1[45:55] Are we overcorrecting?[50:00] The danger of “cure-alls” and big profits[54:50] Why adults must make informed choices[57:42] Why pharma ads aren’t legal elsewhere[1:02:00] Japan’s Metabo Law

Jason Khalipa, MDV, and Gabe Yanez break down the Pete and Bobby Challenge—and whether it’s really the answer to getting America moving again.From the politics of fitness to the realities of setting standards, The Home Team asks the tough questions: Do experts belong in public fitness initiatives? Are we focusing on the right goals? And what role does family and environment play in sticking to fitness long-term?The crew also tackles the rise of male cosmetic surgery, body image pressures, and the growing dependence on enhancements like TRT and peptides. At the end of the day, it all comes down to personal choice—and building a supportive environment that helps you stay consistent.Timestamps:00:00 Intro to the Challenge02:52 Politics of Fitness05:52 Standards & Expectations08:53 Do Experts Belong in Public Fitness Initiatives?11:50 Personal Fitness Goals & Challenges14:41 Training Methodologies That Work17:48 Long-Term Fitness Strategies20:57 Setting Realistic Goals27:47 Male Plastic Surgery on the Rise32:45 Body Image & Pressure39:06 Addictions: TRT, Peptides & More43:32 Parenting, Fitness, and Personal Choice52:07 Commitment to Fitness ProgramsThanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 The Home Team goes live on YouTube every Tuesday and Friday at 9AM PST.Follow us on Instagram:⁠JK Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Dennis⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠

Youth sports are a $40 billion industry in the U.S.—but is all that investment actually helping kids, or adding unnecessary pressure, costs, and burnout? Jason, Gabe, and MDV break down the pros and cons of growing up in today’s youth sports culture, the role of parents and coaches, and how to keep sports fun and meaningful. Plus, Jason’s prep for BJJ Master Worlds, and the wild world of bodysurfing competitions.Timestamps:0:00 Baseball player charges a catcher—dirty play or just the game?5:30 Do you back up your kid or turn it into a teachable moment?8:00 Unsportsmanlike celebrations—where’s the line?11:00 The pros and cons of youth sports13:30 How to avoid the costs, politics, and pressure of youth sports15:59 Specializing at a young age—helpful or harmful?16:40 Why California is prime for youth sports17:49 What we’d do differently navigating youth sports as parents19:27 The joy of watching your kids compete23:18 Why Ava wanted to start a school sport (and how impressionable young girls are)25:00 What makes a good coach?26:35 MDV competes at the World Championships of body surfing29:29 How bodysurfing is judged (and why conditions matter)31:45 Lessons learned—you can’t control the conditions or the judges34:20 How competition feels different now36:50 Jason prepares for BJJ Master Worlds39:00 One wrong step can change everything41:27 “This is what it takes to win”—Jason’s mindset shift45:09 Why BJJ is not CrossFit and how Jason approaches it differently49:30 Fighters are some of the most gracious people you’ll ever meet54:40 There are levels to every game57:00 Wrapping it upThanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 The Home Team goes live on YouTube every Tuesday and Friday at 9AM PST.Follow us on Instagram:⁠JK Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Dennis⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠

NBA superstar LeBron James recently went viral for a deadlift video that had the internet scratching its head. Was it bad form? Brilliant training? Or something else entirely? The Home Team is joined by Dr. Kelly Starrett to break down exactly what’s happening, what we can learn from it, and how it ties into bigger conversations about training, injury prevention, and youth sports.From hot takes on LeBron’s trainer’s methods to why pro athletes train differently than the rest of us, we cover the nuances of performance training—and where the general public often gets it wrong. We also dig into the rise of Achilles injuries, how parents can act as “human performance directors” for their kids, and why sports are a non-negotiable for youth development.Episode Timestamps:0:00 Kelly joins the Home Team1:50 Questioning LeBron’s trainer’s qualifications3:40 Kelly’s optimistic hot take6:00 BUT… he’s doing couch stretch!7:01 Why pro basketball players train differently10:30 Critiquing the strength training world12:40 The gym is the safest place in the world—LeBron’s goal isn’t getting stronger14:22 The complicated rise of Achilles injuries18:14 Sometimes you just let people be20:10 Does CrossFit make athletes look non-athletic?24:50 The gym should serve the court, not the other way around26:30 High school sports demand more than ever27:50 Parents as untrained “human performance directors”30:00 The pay-to-play problem in youth sports31:02 The purpose of athletics33:17 Why kids should learn Olympic lifting36:44 MDV’s World Bodysurfing Championship debut41:25 Carbs that help performance (fueling is key)49:55 It all depends on the sport and the athlete52:14 The “beard of wisdom” moment53:33 Could we do what they do at their age?Thanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 The Home Team goes live on YouTube every Tuesday and Friday at 9AM PST.Follow us on Instagram:⁠JK Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Dennis⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠Dr. Kelly Starrett: thereadystate.com

In this episode, we break down a fascinating new study comparing three training styles — Strength & Conditioning, CrossFit, and HYBRID training — to see which one delivers the best results. The kicker? All groups did the same workouts in different formats. The results might surprise you.We also dig into why training age matters, the most overlooked factor in getting results, and why chasing two goals at once can backfire. From physique burnout to the optimal male body fat percentage, this one covers it all.And then… we tackle CrossFit’s bold new campaign: F the Quick Fix. Is it a marketing win, a mistake, or both? We share our takes on the message, the backlash, and what it means for the fitness industry.Timestamps:0:00 A study where all groups did the same workouts but different formats2:17 Exercise science… what’s realistic?3:35 So here’s what happened7:20 The difference between the test groups9:00 HYBRID group improved overall fitness more than CrossFitters10:10 This was a very well-done study10:46 Training age plays a huge factor here12:03 Areas of improvement for this study12:55 Why this all matters15:41 The most underestimated part of training — enjoyment17:13 Chase two chickens, catch none? (hybrid athletes)19:46 Both groups saw results training hard 4x/week21:45 Training specificity must match your goal23:29 FLEX bumped Daniel Cormier’s son’s bench press27:10 Optimal male body fat percentage30:16 Not taking the scenic route31:47 Why physique goals can lead to burnout35:09 Five years of consistency = results36:52 Some guys are just built different37:40 Why Khalipa wouldn’t take last at the CrossFit Games38:50 Jason has never weighed under 200 lbs40:00 CrossFit’s campaign: F the Quick Fix43:30 CrossFit’s reputation45:13 Why good marketing can push people away48:11 The American Eagle ad & the Streisand effect51:39 CrossFit calling out Ozempic — useful tool or the next crisis?57:50 Some people have really tried everythingThanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 The Home Team goes live on YouTube every Tuesday and Friday at 9AM PST.Follow us on Instagram:⁠JK Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Dennis⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠The CrossFit vs. HYBRID Study We're Referencing

The return of the Presidential Fitness Test sparks lively debates about youth fitness and the obesity crisis. Personal anecdotes add humor as the hosts ponder the implications of fitness tests on kids, including the balance between competition and support. The rising trend of nicotine as a pre-workout supplement gets dissected, revealing its addictive nature and potential benefits. Plus, the legality of nicotine purchases compared to military service age raises eyebrows. Tune in for insights and laughs on fitness culture!

This week, MDV and Gabe go deep on the current state of CrossFit—what’s working, what’s changing, and what’s getting heavy. From 570 lb. back squats at the Games to the debate over whether Tia is the GOAT (of all CrossFit, not just the women’s side), this episode covers it all. They also break down the stress of training for the leaderboard, the role of unpredictability in CrossFit, and how the TRAIN HARD App is taking a different approach—one that prioritizes long-term consistency, minimal stress, and training you actually enjoy.Episode Breakdown:0:00 Jason shows up at your job and makes you do burpees2:48 Why men and women are equally valued in the CrossFit Games universe5:00 Lowering the hoop in the WNBA?6:59 Is Tia the GOAT of CrossFit?12:05 “She’s not the nicest”—but were any GOATs there to make friends?15:25 Is CrossFit making a comeback?17:22 MDV’s apology and Instagram’s limited view of reality21:00 Colton Mertens back squats 570 lbs. at the CrossFit Games24:05 This is really “forging elite fitness”27:20 Is “the unknown and unknowable” helping or hurting?29:37 A test of fitness or a war of attrition?32:00 Should we remove some unpredictability from the sport?34:00 Ben Bergeron turns off the comments—are we all just doing CrossFit?37:01 The positive legacy of CrossFit38:11 Ben Bergeron’s “new way forward” and CompTrain rebrand41:00 CrossFit’s impact—both good and obsessive45:05 MDV’s NEW PROGRAM on the TRAIN HARD App47:40 The scoreboard and the clock created pressure50:00 How often should you train at 100% intensity? (maybe twice a month)56:07 TRAIN HARD = low pressure, high consistency1:01:45 If you don’t enjoy your training, it won’t workListen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. #JKPFollow us on Instagram:⁠JK Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Dennis⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠

Is Anyone Watching the CrossFit Games? + The Burpee Test Results Are InThis week, the crew is fired up—and not just because Jason was late after pushing through the TRAIN HARD Burpee Test. The guys talk mindset, grit, and whether or not the sport of fitness has lost its spark. Is this the last year of the CrossFit Games? Is anyone even watching? And is the Burpee Test secretly one of the best fitness challenges of all time?IN THIS EPISODE:[0:00] Jason was late because... BURPEES.[1:57] Why the Burpee Test is all about mental toughness[3:25] A teaser on their test scores 👀[4:40] Wait—the CrossFit Games are happening?[8:20] Could this be the last year of the Games?[12:00] Why athlete storytelling needs more depth[15:25] Are professional athletes just unrelatable now?[16:30] Is Tia the GOAT?[18:09] Sponsors we’ve never heard of...[19:50] What MDV would do if he bought CrossFit[21:40] Is the sport of fitness dead?[24:09] It’s sad how little people care now... and affiliate numbers are down[29:34] TRAIN HARD BURPEE TEST RESULTS (and Jason’s excuses)[33:00] Jason’s mindset shift during the test[37:30] You’ve got to decide how bad you want to hurt[40:00] Standards: Single leg step-ups instead of jumps?[43:00] When your brain flips from “okay” to “this sucks”[47:00] Other fitness tests that challenge your soul[49:10] The gift and curse of repeating workouts[51:15] Jason is already planning to redo the test[55:00] Is this the best fitness test of all time?[59:40] Dennis catching strays (again)Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Tuesday and Friday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. #JKPFollow us on Instagram:⁠JK Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Dennis⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠

What would you do in an active shooter situation? Following a recent tragedy in NYC, Jason, Gabe, and MDV discuss how to prepare for moments of crisis—mentally and physically. From trusting your gut to keeping your head on a swivel, this episode dives into the importance of situational awareness, training, and why capability matters.They also explore the role of men in creating safer communities, the biological realities of size and strength, and why women need men who train hard and show up when it counts. Plus: the official TRAIN HARD burpee test is here (yes, MDV is calling everyone out), and Producer Liz drops a HOT TAKE on how women really feel when it comes to safety.If you care about being prepared, being capable, and protecting the people you love—this one’s for you.Timestamps:0:00 Jason doesn’t know how to wear a hat1:48 Tragedy in NYC: Active shooter situation5:20 Situational awareness is more important than ever9:00 Recommended books: The Gift of Fear and Left of Bang11:20 How men and women experience danger differently13:22 Teaching kids awareness and trusting your instincts14:33 Don’t be afraid to be “rude” when your gut says something’s off15:40 How proximity to danger shapes your response18:50 “Women need good men”—and why that’s not controversial23:15 Strength and size trump all else in dangerous moments26:07 HOT TAKE from Liz: the woman’s POV28:20 When men train hard, women feel safer30:00 Why making eye contact with threats matters32:08 Be the most capable guy in the room33:20 The BURPEE TEST challenge: MDV vs. the world44:30 Burpee test standards—let’s see it, Joe Rogan46:18 Is nicotine performance-enhancing?51:48 Very, very, very important news🎧 Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.Follow us on Instagram:⁠JK Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Dennis⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠

Traveling can pose fitness challenges, but the hosts share practical tips for staying on track while enjoying treats. One member humorously recounts gaining 7 pounds in two days, leading to a discussion on temporary setbacks not derailing progress. They debate when it's okay to indulge and the connection between fitness and self-confidence. A highlight includes the ultimate burpee test that pushes physical limits. From shirtless podcasting to emotional sports trades, this conversation is packed with relatable insights for anyone looking to maintain balance on the road.