The Mindset Advantage

This week on The MiFit Podcast I chat with CrossFit legend, Jason Khalipa. Jason won the CrossFit games in 2008, stood on the podium in 2013 and 2014, and he also won every regionals event he participated in. Since leaving the sport in 2015 Jason has found a passion in building his business and helping other gym owners and coaches along the way. Jason has been a gym owner for 12 years and currently owns 20 NC Fit locations all over the world. Jason has a wealth of knowledge and a great sense of where the fitness industry is heading and it was an honor to finally meet him. If you are a coach, athlete, or just a fan of the sport, you will love to this episode.Topics-How did working a sales job at a Globo Gym help you to become the successful gym owner you are today?-Predicting the fitness industry in the future-Advantages to offering more than a 60 min CrossFit class-What hard work means to him-Worst and best business decisions ever made-One piece of advice he would give to a young adult who wants to be in Jason’s shoes somedayYou can follow Jason and his team at the following linkWebsite: https://nc.fit and https://www.jasonkhalipa.comInstagram: @jasonkhalipaYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CrossfitSCBook: https://www.amazon.com/As-Many-Reps-as-Possible-audiobook/dp/B07NX1MX2S/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=AMRAP+mentality&qid=1589564728&sr=8-1If you loved this episode, be sure to share it with a friend and leave a rating and review. Enjoy the show!

This week on the show I interview CrossFit O.G Bill Grundler. Bill started his CrossFit journey back in 2002 and hasn’t looked back since. Bill has been to the CrossFit Games as a masters athlete, commentated some of the sports most prolific events, and owns two affiliates in California. If you haven’t seen Bill compete, there’s a good chance you’ve heard his voice commentating at the Reebok CrossFit Games. In many ways, Bill is a leader and an icon for masters athletes who want to continue to be the best versions of themselves. Topics-CrossFit glory days-What you would change about the current state of CF-Masters Experience Seminar-Lessons learned coaching masters athletes in the sport of CrossFit-Tips for coaches who are working with masters athletes-Recovery and mindset-One piece of advice for all masters athletes who want to be the best versions of themselvesFollow what Bill is up to at the following link:IG @billgrundlerWebsite: www.billgrundler.comPodcast: “Get With the Programming”If you love this show be sure to leave a rating and review on your preferred podcast platform. Enjoy!

This week on @themifitpodcast I bring back mental performance coach, @justinsua. Justin was on the show a few months ago and I really gravitated towards everything he was saying and I was eager to learn more from him. Justin currently works with the Tampa Bay Rays and was previously working with the Boston Red Sox, and the Cleveland Browns as their mental performance coach. Justin has a charismatic and an uplifting personality that is so refreshing to listen to. If you enjoyed the first episode I did with Justin or you are interested in gaining a better mindset, you will love this episode!Topics-Overcoming pressure-How to be elite-Growing from failure-Finding your purpose-Surround yourself with the right people-Ask better questions, get better answers-Top 10 performance habitsFollow Justin at the following linksIG @justinsuaTwitter @justinsuaPodcast Increase Your Impact http://increaseyourimpact.libsyn.comIf you loved this show be sure to leave a rating and review on your preferred podcast platform. Thank you for the support and we will see you again next Tuesday for another episode.

Today on the MiFit Podcast I interview elite CrossFit coach, Kyle Ruth. Kyle has had the opportunity to compete with and coach some of the best athletes in the sport and is always finding ways to improve his craft. Kyle’s knowledge base includes having a masters degree in exercise physiology, owning his own CrossFit affiliate, and now coaching alongside some of the sport’s best at Training Think Tank. If you are a coach who enjoys learning about program design and how to become a better coach for your athletes, then this episode is for you. Topics-How to have a great consultation with a new client-The process of turning a weakness into a strength-The importance of training the sport of CF-How to view building an engine for CrossFit-Testing strength in a fatigued setting-Overcoming the athlete comparison trapFollow KyleIG @kyleruth_tttYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzUd3H_e_qWqs4dR4GxVHOQIf you love this podcast be sure to leave a rating and review on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @themifitpodcast

This week on The MiFit Podcast I had the pleasure in chatting with Kassandra Hobart. Kassandra is currently an M2 Performance Nutrition Coach and has been competing in the sport of CrossFit since 2013. Kassandra has done a fantastic job helping people thrive during the COVID-19 crisis and i’ve learned a lot of great tips just from viewing her Instagram stories every day. With Kassandra’s background in competing, nutrition, and finance, she has a ton of very applicable advice for people going through a stressful season. If you are looking for some ways to get back on track, then this episode is for you!Topics-Making a mental shift-Creating realistic and appropriate nutrition habits-How to eliminate late night snacking-How to create the best morning routine-Getting motivated to workout-Improving your relationships in quarantine-Finding creative ways to get your fitness in-How to get a handle on your finance You can follow Kassandra at the following links:IG @kassandrahobartCoaching website: https://m2performancenutrition.com/meet-our-nutrition-coaches/kassandra-aveni-hobartIf you loved this episode be sure to share it with a friend and leave a review on your preferred podcast platform. Thanks in advance for your support!

This week on the MiFit Podcast I interview Michael Tremblay. Michael is PhD. student in philosophy at Queen’s University in Canada. Michael has accumulated hundreds of hours studying, researching, and presenting the stoic philosophy at his university and it was an honor to have him on the show. Stoic philosophy has been an extreme interest of mine ever since picking up “The Daily Stoic” a few years ago. When I first got into practicing Stoicism, I was completely unaware of the mass amount of similarities stoic philosophy has to fitness and CrossFit. Stoic philosophy has changed my life in and outside of the gym and I hope this podcast episode is a great introduction to the timeless philosophy that has made such an impact on so many people. In today’s episode Michael and I chat about:-What is Stoicism and who are the main people involved?-How do we determine what is in our control and what isn’t?-Stoicism in athletics-How stoics view obstacles-Practicing stoicism in our daily livesFollow Micheal at the following sourcesWebsite: https://www.tremblaymichael.comIG: @tremblay.michaelIf you enjoyed this show and you are a consistent listener, consider leaving a rating and review on your preferred podcast platform. Thank you all for your support.

This week on the MiFit Podcast I interview MMA conditioning expert, Joel Jamieson. Joel is coached some of the best combat fighters in the world and also is the author of best selling book “Ultimate MMA Conditioning.” Joel has also worked and consulted extensively for teams and organizations from the Navy SEALS, to LifeTime Fitness and his BioForce HRV system is used by teams in the NFL, NBA, MLS, and NCAA. Joel dedicated almost two decades to studying and learning about improving people’s conditioning and he does a phenomenal job giving practical advice for people to take into the gym. In this episode Joel and I chatted about-Training for the unknown-Being efficient in your skill-HRV-What is more important for longevity, strength or conditioning? -The “No pain, no gain” mentality-The 80/20 ruleFollow Joel at the following placesIG @coachjoeljamiesonWebsite: www.8weeksout.comBook: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-MMA-Conditioning-Joel-Jamieson/dp/B007THMNXYIf you’re a frequent listener of the show, consider leaving a rating and review on your preferred podcast platform. Thank you all for the support, enjoy the show.

This week on The MiFit Podcast I welcome back to the show, Adee Cazayoux. Adee is the founder and CEO of Working Against Gravity, an online coaching program with one ambitious yet achievable mission- to transform lives. Adee has also worked with high profile CrossFit Games athlete such has Katrin Davidsdottir, Kara Saunders, Cole Sager, and many more. In today’s episode, I take Adee through the two minute drill where I ask her several questions regarding nutrition, fitness, business, relationships, and mindset and she has two minutes (or so) to answer them. I really admire Adee’s outlook on health and fitness and if you guys enjoyed her on the show last summer, I guarantee you will love this episode.Topics of Discussion:-How to create habits and goals-Dealing with insecurities and body image issues-Biggest lessons learned from Games level athletes-Aiming low and creating momentum-Dealing with difficult clients-Supplements-3 tips for a better relationship Follow Adee atIG @adeecazayoux and @workingagainstgravityWebsite: https://www.workingagainstgravity.com/adee-cazayouxYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj6Pm9XJJBdxFrJ4nw6ZEAQPodcast: The WAG PodcastIf you enjoyed this podcast and felt like it was valuable, consider leaving a rating and review on your podcast platform. Thank you all for the support in helping this show grow. 

This week on the show I interview one of the biggest experts in the sports and conditioning industry, Mike Boyle. Mike has been coaching athletes for 38 years and has worked for the Boston Bruins, Boston Red Sox, and several US Women’s Hockey teams. Mike is a wealth of knowledge and loves to chat about all things training. If you are a personal trainer, group fitness coach, or have kids growing up playing sports, you are sure to find value and some laughs in this episode. Topics of discussion:-Being an open minded coach-25 years, 25 mistakes-Core Training done properly-Progressing plyometrics-The joint-by-joint approachFollow Mike and learn more about his business at the followingIG @michael_boyle1959YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc6ZKZgHDEoMUSsS62SC68AWebsite: https://www.bodybyboyle.comand https://www.strengthcoach.comArticle “25 years, 25 Mistakes” https://mikereinold.com/michael-boyles-25-mistakes-in-25-years/Listen to this show on your preferred podcast platform or hit the link in my bio. If today’s show resonated with you, be sure to head over to iTunes or wherever you heard the show and leave a 5 star rating and review. Those ratings energize me to keep doing more shows and helps push us higher in the ratings. Thank you all for the support. 

On the show this week I had the privilege in chatting with Dr. Dan Pope. Dan is a physical therapist and lead coach at Power Monkey Fitness. Dan specializes in helping people get out of pain and back into training. I really enjoyed talking with Dan because his methods and teachings are very applicable. Dan is a gym rat who loves to push hard just like most of us out there and he has a great understanding for what the body is going through while training at the gym. Dan also has a background in coaching and competing in competitive CrossFit which has helped him become a better physical therapist. If you are a coach or an athlete who has experienced pain while training, you are going to love this episode. Topics of discussion-What is pain?-Treating patients with an individualized approach and listening first-The role mobility plays in getting injured-The importance of modifying movements for gym members and how to do it correctly-Training through back pain-Studies on injury rates in CrossFit versus other sportsFollow Dan at the following linksWebsite: fitnesspainfree.comIG: @fitnesspainfreeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/djpopeListen to this show on your preferred podcast platform or hit the link in my bio. If you enjoyed the show and would like to give back, refer the show to a friend and consider leaving a 5 star rating and review on your podcast platform. Thank you all so much for the support.