The Michael Caz Podcast

Mike Fitch from Animal Flow and Global Bodyweight Training is interviewed on the show this week. Mike is an innovative trainer who focuses on bodyweight training, skills-based practices and multi-planar, fluid movement. This episode is all about connecting the mind and body through ground-based movements in an effort to reconnect with our internal system. We will be getting into the benefits of hand and feet coordination, meditation and breathing, injury prevention in CrossFit and getting out of the sagittal plane. Be sure to check out his website for tons of free content on mastering handstands, muscle ups, and any other bodyweight skill. Enjoy the show! Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [2:46] What is Animal Flow? [4:05] Reconnecting with the system [7:00] Meditation and breathe work [14:20] Explaining the Animal Flow program [21:10] Why do we get complacent? [24:25] Injury reduction in CrossFit [35:26] Global Bodyweight Training Links: Animal Flow Global Bodyweight Training Reviews: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

James Hobart, eight-time CrossFit Games veteran is on the show this week. It was announced that this year James has made the decision to decline his Regionals invitation despite finishing 33rd in the CrossFit Open overall. In this episode we are going to talk what it's like not training for the Games, being an athlete vs. coaching, as well as the motivation behind his decision to not compete and finally, what he plans to do next. Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [4:45] Declining the CrossFit Regionals invitation [9:07] Athlete's depression [18:20] What's next? [25:18] Time-bound goals [29:53] Coaching in CrossFit [41:17} 3 skills to be a good coach Books: Black Box Thinking: Why Some People Never Learn from Their Mistakes – Syed Peace Is In Every Step - Hanh Reviews: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

interview with Master's Athlete, Trevor Bachmeyer. For those of you who haven't heard of him, Trevor was recently disqualified from the CrossFit Games for cheating during the Open. In this episode, we get a first-hand account into what lead him to fake his video submission, how he did it, and the aftermath of his choices. Enjoy the show. Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [3:50] Cheating the system: Trevor's account on how it went down [9:18] The phone call [16:19] Making the video [24:00] Lessons learned [29:00] Clearing up some inconsistencies [33:10] Moving forward Review: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

Cameron Herold is on the Podcast this week. Cameron is one of the best speakers for entrepreneurs, and small & medium sized business owners. He has his own TED talk about raising kids to be entrepreneurs and has been coaching entrepreneurs for 20 years and helping them build their companies. In this episode we will be getting into his vivid vision exercise, 5 skills you need to be an entrepreneur, and the power of focused learning. Be sure to check out some of his books which can help you double your income in three years, links below! Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [8:20] Vivid vision concept [11:18] Daily accountability partner Commit-to-3 App [13:30] Focused learning [17:37] Developing entrepreneurial traits [19:58] 5 Skills you need to be an entrepreneur [29:50] The Leader's job Links: Cameron's TED talk www.cameronherold.com Books: Double-Double Meetings Suck Miracle Morning Review: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

Aimee Everett from Catalyst Athletics is on the podcast this week. Aimee's story is one of the most admirable examples of true dedication and persistence. Coming from two heroin addict parents, it's hard to imagine the inspiration and influence she would later have in countless lives in the world of weightlifting. In this episode we'll be talking about women in weightlifting, motivation, loving your body, as well as her far from normal childhood and finding her path to Coach Mike Burgener. Enjoy the show. Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [1:20] Being yourself [3:20] Coloring your feelings; adult coloring book [5:50] "Raised by wolves" [16:20] Young athlete career [24:30] Coaching from the soul [33:40] Finding balance as a Coach [42:10] W.A.G. nutrition Review: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

I'm excited to share this interview with Justin Stenstrom. Justin is a Life Coach, Author, and Founder of the Elite Man Magazine and the Elite Man Podcast, one of the leading resources for men's self-improvement in today's world. Justin's goal is to provide men with the best tools to become complete gentlemen. In this episode, we'll be talking about tackling your fears head on with his 8-step technique, self-hypnosis, and starting a morning routine. We've got a ton of tips for you in this one! Also be sure to check out his podcast, enjoy the show. Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [1:30] Replacing one addiction with another [8:10] Who is Justin Stenstrom? [10:08] Ambition [14:15] Anxiety & Depression [17:55] Mindset shifts & tactical tips [19:04] 8 steps to overcome fear, anxiety, depression You're not going crazy Self-Hypnosis, Yoga, Meditation Live in the moment Regular exercise Improve sleep Improve diet Supplements/ vitamins E-book: Panic-Away Method [41:33] Panic-Away Method [49:15] Confidence [51:09] Taking risks [53:40] Starting a morning routine Books: How to Hypnotize Yourself with Your Eyes Open – Blair Ask. - Levesque Panic-Away Method Links: Elite Man Magazine Elite Man Podcast Panic-Away Method Reviews: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

This week I'll be interviewing Daniel Head, the voice of RomWOD. This time around we'll be diving into the scientific and technical elements of recovery. Recovery is a critical part of our training that is often times overlooked. In this episode we will be going in depth about the benefits of long isometric stretching, optimizing your range of motion, strengthening connective tissue, and how to accelerate recovery so you can keep getting stronger! Be sure to check out our first episode with the guys from RomWOD in episode 25. Enjoy the show. Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [2:00] Yin Yoga [6:55] Isometric holds & recovery [10:15] Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching [16:03] How to tell if you've overstretched [18:15] What's the difference between rolling out, stretching, and "smashing"? [21:00] Increasing flexibility & mobility [32:16] Connective tissue adaptation [36:35] Mindfulness & breathing Review: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

I'll be interviewing Brute Athlete, Jacob Heppner this week. Jake is a three-time individual Games veteran with two top-10 finishes and a career best finish of seventh in 2016. Unfortunately, Jake has withdrawn from the 2017 CrossFit season due to a knee injury. Injuries can be like a mental bomb going off in your head. In this episode we discus some of Jakes strategies that can help you work through injuries, get better, and stay sane as well as a few interesting topics like knowing the difference between high volume & high intensity and how to choose the right training partners. Enjoy the show! Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [2:20] Mindset & CrossFit [6:45] Knee injury – bursitis [10:15] Handling disappointment [14:30] High volume training [25:10] Finding the right training partners [35:44] Dealing with mistakes & failure [37:00] Setting expectations Review: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

CJ Martin, the mastermind behind CrossFit Invictus is on the show this week. As a coach CJ believes that the psychology of sport and fitness play a vital role in any program. This year we'll see 3 teams and 6+ individuals at Regionals all coming out of CrossFit Invictus. In this episode we'll be getting into a few of the things that have lead CJ and his brand to new heights as well as a few takeaways for athletes and gym owners including developing a competitor mindset, visualization, coping with failure, and building a winning culture. Enjoy the show! Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [1:30] Recovery coach vs. Strength coach [11:55] Get the most out of training – the best vs. the rest [13:18] Developing the Invictus mindset [20:25] Post event visualization [23:00] Coping with failure [25:48] Working with young athletes [31:05] The female athlete vs. male athlete [36:40] Discipline [41:30] Invictus culture [44:20] What drives you as a coach? Reviews: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength

Craig Ballantyne is on the show this week. Craig is an Entrepreneur, Business Coach, and Author of "The Perfect Day Formula" – a book that changed my life and helped me reach my peak potential by getting more done every day while still having time for my "non-negotiables" like working out, family, friends, work, etc. This episode is full of a ton of tips that will help you wake up earlier, master your mornings, figure out your purpose and take control of your life by getting rid of all the clutter. If you haven't done so already, do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of Craig's life's work, "The Perfect Day Formula", trust me on this one. Enjoy the show. Be sure to click the link below to register for the next enrollment of our Brute Body program. Brute Hotline: (801) 449-0503 Want a chance to get featured in a future episode? Call in and leave us a voicemail with some questions regarding training, nutrition, mindset, etc. Topics of discussion: [2:04] Turbulence Training [6:00] The Perfect Day Formula [8:20] The perfect day [10:45] Master the morning [15:55] Tips for waking up early [18:05] The non-negotiables [26:50] Movie script of your life [42:18] Stoicism/ the art of living [49:15] Craig's advice Books: The Perfect Day Formula – Ballantyne The Art of Living – Epictetus The Daily Stoic - Holiday Links: Brute Body Registration earlytorise.com Turbulence Training freeperfectdaybook.com Review: If you LOVE this podcast, please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength