The Mindset Advantage

This week on the MiFit podcast I had the opportunity to sit down with JP, Founder of Brick Fitness. When it comes to building multiple successful businesses, JP is your guy. JP opened Brick in Los Angeles in 2010 and has since opened gyms in New York, Chicago, and Boston. In this episode we dive into what some of the best gyms are doing, how to find great coaches, how to instill successful culture, and 5 ways to immediately add revenue to your business. JP has a ton of passionate along with 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. If you are looking for ways to add revenue to your gym, look no further than this episode with JP!Follow JP on Instagram @jarettpAfter you’ve enjoyed the episode, head over to iTunes and leave me a review and a 5 star rating!

This week on the MiFit podcast I had the privilege in talking with Michael Cazayoux. Michael as a tremendous resume including multiple CrossFit Games affiliate cup champion, Founder of Brute Strength, and Co-Owner of Working Against Gravity. Michael has an incredible story which started with a hard core drug addiction in his teenager years to now being an icon in the sport of fitness, podcasting, and coaching. Micheal and his wife Adee are both incredible people who are doing huge things in the fitness industry and it’s an absolute honor to be able to chat with both of them. In this episode Michael dives deep into personal development, the resources he recommends for growth, and the best pieces of relationship advice he’s ever received. This episode is filled with knowledge bombs and it’s one of my favorite ones yet.Follow Michael at:Instagram: @michaelcazayouxPodcasts: The Wag Podcast & The Brute Strength PodcastAfter you’ve enjoyed the episode head over to iTunes and leave me a review and 5 star rating. Enjoy!

This week on the MiFit Podcast roles are reversed as DJ gets interviewed by his lovely girlfriend, Ashley Jacobson and the two of them talk about all things CrossFit Open. DJ has been a part of several CrossFit Open’s both as a competitor and as a coach which helps to shed some light on how to fully optimize your CrossFit Open experience. During the episode DJ and Ashley talk about:-What is the CrossFit Open and who can do it?-What is the structure like?-What are some common patterns that we’ve seen over the years?-What’s the best mindset to have going into the Open?-What are some general guidelines to follow for nutrition and recovery during the Open?-Who should retest workouts and why?Whether you are doing your first CrossFit Open or your 10th, you will be sure to get a ton out of this episode. Be sure to give us a 5 star rating on iTunes and share the episode with your friends. Enjoy!

This week on the show I had the privilege in talking with James Hobart. James has a very decorated resume including eight appearances at the CrossFit Games, multiple affiliate cup champion, CrossFit HQ seminar flow master, and owner of an affiliate. I’ve had the pleasure in hanging out with James as well as compete against him at regionals events and i’m always impressed with how genuine and kind he is to everyone around him. James has a wealth of knowledge and people always learn a lot when they are around him. In this episode we talk about what is was like training with Rich, how to view the Rx side of things at your gym, how to coach the advanced athlete, why movement quality is so important, and what he thinks a great CrossFit class looks like. It was such an honor getting to chat again with James and if you are a coach or even just a fanboy of the sport, there’s no doubt in my mind you will get a ton out of this podcast episode. After you’ve enjoyed this episode head over to iTunes and give me a rating and refer a friend to the show!James HobartJames.Hobart@crossfit.comInstagram: @jameshobart

Do you find yourself second guessing your workout strategies seconds before the coach calls 3-2-1 GO? Are you hesitant or unaware on how to improve in Open workouts? This week on the MiFit Podcast I had the chance to sit down with Brannen Dorman, remote coach at Training Think Tank. Brannen is an unbelievable coach who has a passion for helping others succeed and achieve their fitness goals. Brannen has been in the CrossFit game since the early days and has taken the time to focus in on the patterns and the data that the sport has given us. In this episode he talks about how the sport is more simple than we think it is, how we can create separation value in a workout, how to be the best coach you can be, and the best mindset you should have when going into a training session. This episode is FULL of knowledge bombs and if you are a geek about the numbers and the nitty gritty side of CrossFit, you are going to love this one. Get ahold of Brannen atInstagram @brannendorman_tttEmail Brannen@trainingthinktank.comAfter you listen to the episode head on over to iTunes and give us some feedback and a 5 start rating!

Ben Dziwulski is the founder of WODprep, where he and his team of coaches teach CrossFit athletes the fundamentals of advanced skills. Ben has helped thousands of people learn new skills and built an impressive online business in the process. His website www.WODprep.com is a one-stop shop for athletes to find coaching tips and progressions for developing skills in the sport of CrossFit. Ben has done a tremendous job finding a niche in the CrossFit space that wasn’t already exposed. In this episode Ben discusses:-The healthy mentality to have towards skill development-The optimal amount of time and energy to put towards learning a new skill-How Coaches should implement skill training into daily workouts at an affiliate -His favorite progressions for Double Unders and Bar Muscle UpsIf you are a person who is battling getting their first pull-up, chest to bar pull-up, muscle up, or double under, then this podcast is for you! The open is coming and it’s a full guarantee that Dave Castro will test your skill development over the 5 weeks in October. If you want to learn more about Ben and his business or you are interested in getting into one of his courses you can find him atWebsite: www.wodprep.com Instagram: @wodprepYouTube: @wodprep

Jeremy is a hard working, soft spoken, and talented individual. At the early age of 7 he moved from Kenya to the United States of America to start a new life in Rochester, Minnesota. Jeremy has always been involved with fitness whether that was youth sports growing up, tae kwon do, and most recently competitive CrossFit. Jeremy is also one of the few people in Minnesota that can say they have been training and competing CrossFit for an entire decade. In this episode Jeremy talks about his tenure as a CrossFit coach and high level competitor as well as his experience competing representing Kenya at the 2019 CrossFit Games. Jeremy will forever go down in history as the first man to represent Kenya at the CrossFit Games and will look to continue to do the same going into the 2020 season.After you’ve enjoyed the show, be sure to tag Jeremy and myself as well as leave us a review on iTunes. 

This week on the MiFit Podcast I had the opportunity to talk all things swimming with Coach Dan Jackson. Dan has recently worked with high level CrossFit athletes like Travis Mayer and Noah Olsen. In this episode Dan talks about how to coach a CrossFitter who wants to be a better swimmer, the top 3 drills to be more comfortable in the water, and the best gym exercises to help you be better in the water, how he was able to help Noah Olsen be a better swimmer, and much more. It was a great pleasure to chat with Dan and learn his coaching techniques to become a better swimmer.

This week I had the amazing opportunity to talk with Dr. Sean Pastuch founder and CEO of Active Life Rx. Dr. Sean specializes in helping people get out of pain through corrective exercise. His company, Active Life helps all levels of athletes worldwide, including CrossFit Games Champions, and other professional athletes. As a former CrossFit affiliate owner, Dr. Sean now focuses his time and energy on spreading the good word of fitness to gym owners, coaches, and athletes. Dr. Sean also travels the country putting on seminars and educating people how to to take care of their body. His firm belief and mission is to professionalize the coach, humanize the doctor, and empower the individual.Dr. Sean also has some great insight on growing a business and thriving as a personal trainer in the fitness industry. In this episode we touched on different ways to add value as a personal trainer, how to ask for money, and the right way to package sessions for your clients. If you are a personal trainer and you are unsure about the financial side of things, then this podcast is for you. After you check out this awesome podcast be sure to tag both Dr. Sean and I on Instagram and leave me a rating on iTunes. Enjoy!

This week on The MiFit Podcast I had the opportunity to sit down with Adrian Conway of Brute Strength. Adrian is a 3x CrossFit Games Affiliate cup champion, part of the CrossFit HQ seminar staff, and co-owner of FNX. On this episode we discuss a wide spectrum of topics including tips for new coaches, what it takes to be a game level athlete, how to add value to your gym, and much more. Adrian has a high energy personality that is contagious and draws you in for more. His passion for CrossFit and helping others is truly admirable and something we can all strive for. Enjoy the show!If you LOVE this podcast, please 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 @mifitpodcast