Jason Khalipa Podcast

Matt Chan—CrossFit Games legend, firefighter, and all-around badass—joins the Home Team for a conversation that spans training, marriage, and what it means to keep showing up for decades.Timestamps:0:00 Matt Chan is on the show (and Jason can’t help but notice he’s shirtless)3:50 Is CrossFit really a clean sport?5:15 Matt’s full knee replacement9:38 Pushing through pain for over a decade11:45 How being injured messes with your mindset15:30 Going to three different doctors before getting answers18:00 Why you shouldn’t rush into peptides—and the #1 rule: stop doing stuff that hurts23:20 Altering expectations in the gym as you age28:24 Marriage is better 20 years in: caring for each other first32:30 Realizing marriage is a team sport (rules of engagement)35:42 Why life is better shared than solo37:39 Becoming better together: the daily learning experience39:13 Matt’s current training and his Fireground Ready e-book42:30 Why everyone should be running45:00 Zone 2 vs. high intensity: which should you choose?48:45 Tactical Games and mountain picnics59:00 The ultimate swimming heebie jeebies

In times of uncertainty, connection is crucial. Learn how the Train Hard Men's Club started from humble beginnings and how you can launch your own community. Discover the power of accountability, open communication, and overcoming fears of failure. Fitness becomes a great equalizer while coffee serves as a hub for bonding. The emphasis is on inclusivity, welcoming newcomers, and simple workout strategies. This journey illustrates that even small impacts matter in building meaningful relationships among men.

Jason, Gabe, and MDV talk fatherhood, mentorship, and the lessons that matter most for raising boys into strong men. From the influence of moms, to choosing the right friends, to the need for adventure and accountability—this one’s about the values that last a lifetime.0:00 Matt Birthday Boy DellaValle!1:20 Jason’s book idea: 10 things I want to give my son before high school3:00 Choose friends mom would be proud of (Jason’s house got graffitied)5:30 Jason goofed off in high school7:05 Why mom is the most influential person in a kid’s life8:19 How youth sports surround kids with good groups9:18 Male figures in a young boy’s life… but mom is still on another level15:28 The most important lesson to teach your son + stats on being raised without a dad19:17 Why men need adventure21:50 Strong men to call you out when you’re out of line24:25 How values differ depending on where you live26:40 Showing appreciation when you see men doing the right thing30:40 Maple syrup was too much for Jason32:40 Lamar Jackson gets shoved after a game36:00 LEO and Jason’s experience45:57 Do kickers get better with 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 Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠

The conversation dives deep into personal journeys of faith, discussing the challenges of organized religion versus personal beliefs. Heartfelt stories about growing up Catholic and the transformative power of prayer take center stage. They explore the profound impact of sharing faith with a partner and the importance of community connections through church. Lively discussions touch on ghostly encounters and spiritual reflections, while emotional moments reveal how grief intertwines with spiritual experiences, offering comfort and insight.

The Home Team is back—breaking down whether soreness is actually the sign of a good workout, or just poor recovery. From DOMS and training consistency to extreme exhaustion in BJJ, triathlons, and combat sports, this episode covers it all. Plus: Jason’s eye injury, Hyrox tattoos, and why wrestlers walk bow-legged.Timestamps:0:00 MDV or Gordon Ryan?1:02 Is soreness the sign of a good workout?2:25 DOMS explained3:48 Why you shouldn’t be too sore to train again8:50 The importance of feeling like you did something11:00 Poor recovery vs. good training14:00 The THMC15:11 Kaden punched Jason in the eye15:45 Extreme exhaustion: BJJ & underwater sports21:00 Craig Jones Invitational24:40 Why individual comps hit different than team comps27:00 October in Texas = HOT29:45 Triathlon chip times31:00 80° water = hot tub? Ironman temps matter36:55 Thousands at Ironman 70.338:11 Everyone asking MDV about Hyrox40:00 Jason’s Hyrox tattoo plans41:35 Why wrestlers walk bow-legged42:24 HOT TAKE: Was that a slam??45:50 Risk vs. reward in combat sports53:00 ACL tears & menstrual cycles54:55 Pete & Bobby Challenge standards57:23 Sub-30 Murph58:55 Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month → negu.org1:00:06 Gabe on nicotine (research purposes only)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 Podcast⁠⁠Jason⁠⁠Gabe⁠⁠MDV⁠⁠Train with us on the TRAIN HARD App⁠⁠Find your program⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠

This week, the Home Team takes on one of the hottest debates for parents right now: AI. Is it stripping kids of critical thinking skills—or can it actually be harnessed as a tool for growth?We wrestle with the balance between protecting our kids and preparing them, where AI differs from past tech advances, and whether this is really a technology problem or a human problem.Plus, Jason recaps his experience at Master Worlds—gi mishaps, pulling guard (or not), the competition mindset, and lessons learned on and off the mat.Timestamps:0:00 Does AI reduce cognitive load?2:49 Everyone is going to be using this5:30 How do we protect our kids while teaching them to use it productively?7:00 Each tech advance brings the same concerns9:01 If we don’t use it, we lose it10:20 Is AI different from other technologies kids had?13:00 Why AI is different…15:01 Technology issue or human issue?17:30 A shocking argument as a parent20:20 We just don’t see eye to eye22:25 The access is changing everything25:00 AI is the future26:58 You either win or you learn—Jason at Master Worlds30:05 “Drink a glass of water and you’re 300 lbs.”31:20 Jason’s gi wasn’t approved33:30 Breaking down the match35:36 What is “pulling guard”? (“I never go on my back”)38:34 It’s a strategy game42:11 Not willing to hurt someone43:42 Belt rankings = gray area48:15 The competition mindset49:01 Lower body attacks and different rules53:00 No regrets from the fight54:08 Why do sets and reps have ranges? Do you really need to warm up?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 newsletter⁠

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