Elite athletes like Washington Spirit stars Croix Bethune and Hal Hershfelt as well as Mystics standout Shakira Austin have recently talked with Craig about how injuries forced them to change their routine to prevent the same fate in the future. What do those injury prevention routines look like and can we talk with our athletes about to get them s…

We're joined by Joe Dolcetti, the founder of Lila, to talk about his company's groundbreaking research into wearable resistance. Joe talks to Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres about how just ounces of resistance, when well programmed and well placed, can make a massive difference in athleticism and injury resilience. Follow the show on Instagram: inst…

Dive into the world of elite sports physical therapy with hosts Chris Gorres and Craig Hoffman in the latest episode of the "Train With The Best Podcast." Joining them is Zack Tabrani, a distinguished physical therapist who serves as the personal therapist to a Major League Baseball player. In this insightful discussion, Zack shares his unique expe…

We welcome in the brains behind Neuronic to talk about infrared therapy, and its potential applications in the high performance space. We discuss some of the findings in early research for injury healing, especially when it comes to the brain, as well as its potential to unlock higher performance through improved cognitive function. Plus, Craig and…

On our annual trip to the NFL Combine, we're joined again by EXOS Performance Dietician Ariah Fish, RD as well as Physical Therapist Zak Mitchell, DPT. With Ariah - Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres discuss in-game nutrition and what is essential to fuel athletes to perform. That includes not only what goes into our bodies, but when. Craig and Chris a…

Craig Hoffman is back in the fitness game as he and Chris Gorres introduce his new concept he'll be unveiling at Elevate Interval Fitness in DC: Elite Athlete. Craig and Chris talk about how the world of hybrid racing, specifically Hyrox, can take concepts and principles from the type of high performance coaching they have worked on for years with …

The NFL Combine is where performance training meets football, so it only makes sense that Craig Hoffman brings his training and football pods together for a once year extravaganza!! Craig and Chris Gorres are joined by Logan Paulsen to talk about training for football vs training for the combine. Then, the guys build their dream NFL Facility! Follo…

On this episode of the "Train With The Best Podcast" as hosts Chris Gorres and Craig Hoffman are joined by Dr. Kwadwo Owusu-Akyaw from @orthovirginia1 and @leveltheplayingfielddro , an expert in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery. Together, they delve into the concerning rise of Achilles injuries in sports and explore the factors contributing t…

Join hosts Chris Gorres and Craig Hoffman as they delve into the age-old question: was it nature or nurture that sculpted the careers of stars like Caitlin Clark, Patrick Mahomes, and Stephen Curry? 🏀 The Power of Environment: Discover how the environments these athletes grew up and trained in influenced their development and ultimate success. From…

🏃 Demystifying the 40-Yard Dash 🏃 Join hosts Chris Gorres and Craig Hoffman in this eye-opening episode of the "Train With The Best Podcast" as they unravel the fact from fiction when it comes to the 40-yard dash. With Chris's extensive background in performance coaching and Craig's unique blend of fitness expertise and media experience, this dynam…

What are the differences in your job as a trainer if you're working for an individual or small group of clients vs a team strength coach in a school or professional setting? Chris Gorres, freshly employed by Saint Benedictine in Richmond on top of his duties at Onyx Elite, talks about the key differences he's picked up over the years. Along with Cr…

Some holiday traditions are too good to pass up! Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres answer listener questions in their annual holiday mailbag episode. What's in and out in fitness in 2024? Who is the fastest client they've ever trained? Plus more serious and silly questions to round out 2023. Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/trainwiththebest…

Picking the right exercise at the right time is essential to training success. So after our friend Joel Sanders whacked the Instagram hornets nest with some thoughts on chasing Hex Bar PR's, Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres have some fun with his comments and talk about the importance of picking the right exercises for the right reasons at the right …

Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk about "filling in the gaps" of training, specifically when it comes to aerobic vs anaerobic efforts. They talk about how energy systems cross with the other systems of the body, and how nailing the right mix of intensities for a given goal can be achieved. Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/trainwiththeb…

Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres discuss Chris's daughter Mila committing to play softball at the college level, and what the process was like for Chris as a parent. The guys also discuss what it's like to go through the process with an athlete as a coach, and whether it's a good idea to train your child as an athlete and what pitfalls exist. Follow …

Rachel Hoffman (CPT & ISSA Certified Run Coach) joins Craig and Chris to talk about finding success as a new runner and how strength training can play a part in finding it. Plus, how experienced runners can add strength training into their routines for additional benefits from pace to longevity. Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/trainwith…

Vertimax Master Trainer Chris Gorres recaps the 2023 Vertimax Summit with Craig Hoffman on this week's show. They discuss what Chris took away from the event, how it changed from years past, and more. They also detour into a discussion on how different systems of the body interact, and how that information can be used to optimize training. How do y…

Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres are (finally!) back for a fresh TWTB podcast. The guys talk about how to get ready for a sports season, and how training can and should be maintained in the season. They discuss whether aerobic threshold training has a place amidst those two times a year, and what other methods and considerations should be taken into …

After watching the Netflix series "Quarterback," Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk about what we can learn in the fitness realm from the best athletes on the planet. What can we learn from Patrick Mahomes, and what should be left to the extremely elite athlete that he is? Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/trainwiththebest21. Follow Crai…

With the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup just a week away, Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk about how countries across the world evolve their strength and conditioning, and thus their performance over time. Chris talks about his personal experience with the Philippines on the heels of Megan Reyes's terrific "Between Two Worlds" podcast, and how othe…

What's the best way to build a brand, either as a trainer or a gym? Craig Hoffman, Chris Gorres, and TWTB CMO Rachel Hoffman chat about how to best market and the pitfalls to avoid. The conversation comes on the heels of some bad examples in the marketplace, including some who employed a scarcity mindset. The team explains why that mindset and appr…

Chris Gorres and Craig Hoffman recap Craig's sprint triathlon from earlier this month, and discuss how experience can influence future training decisions. Plus, the guys discuss summer training plans for high school and professional athletes. How important are they, and how have Craig and Chris changed how they approach them over the years? Follow …

With Chris on vacation, Craig looks back on his first ever sprint triathlon on The Hoffman Show (The Team 980/WTEM-AM) with producer Anthony Haynie the day after the event. Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/trainwiththebest21. Follow Craig at instagram.com/craig_hoffman and Chris at instagram.com/trainergorres. We have a brand new code wi…

Onyx Elite physical therapist Dr. Lance Bennett joins Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres to talk about working as a DPT in a high performance space. Lance talks about collaborating with Chris, who the atmosphere creates better results, and how his current role is better for him and his patients than a traditional, churn and burn PT clinic. The guys als…

Some of the best female footballers in the world will miss this summer's World Cup with a torn ACL. The injury has long loomed large in the women's game, but in recent years there's been an uptick at the highest levels. Chris Gorres, a world renowned ACL expert and advisor to The ACL Club, gives his theories as to why alongside co-host Craig Hoffma…