News, reviews and interviews from the world of HYROX, DEKAFIT and more. The longest running and most consistent podcast in Europe for Hybrid and Fitness Racing. New episodes every Wednesday.
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Finally the Canadian Spartan Pro Bethany McChesney has joined the podcast game. She and co-host Dave Claxton will explore the realms of OCR, Hybrid racing (Hyrox, Dekafit, RX1), Crossfit and even some good old fashioned running. She is the expert, and he is the weekend warrior. Tune in weekly to the OFX Podcast to get both perspectives.
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In today's society, the competitor within slowly fades when the transition into fatherhood begins. As a father, competing is no longer about winning and losing, it's all about leading by example by giving your best every chance and every day we are blessed with. Join Daniel Hickman (a competing dad athlete of 3 girls who has several podium appearances racing in OCR, Hyrox, DEKA, and road races) as he interviews the top dad athletes in the World for their advice on how to juggle parenting, ti ...
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EP 71 | Nick Connor: Men's Performance Coach & Father of 2 Young Girls | Believing in Yourself and Redefining Your Vision | "Movement is Medicine"
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Episode Sponsor: Underdog Fitness "Edge20" to save on Hyrbid Fitness Training from anywhere Nick Connor lives in Estonia in Eastern Europe. Father of 2 young girls and a stellar mens performance coach @nickconnor on Instagram Instagram · nickconnor 2.3K+ followers Takeaways Self-care and personal development are essential for men to be the best ver…
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OFX EPISODE 213: BEATRICE MOYEN-SYLVESTRE.
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OFX EPISODE 213: BEATRICE MOYEN-SYLVESTRE. Brought to you by Duonamic, Ram Fit Canada, and AirRelax.ca.In this week's episode, we get to hear from Canada's latest OCR superstar, Beatrice Moyen-Sylvestre. In her short time in OCR, she has already collected two world championship podiums, and we think she has many more to come.…
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HYROX and Pure Gym - Andrea Marshall and Chris Gell
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This week we are joined by Andrea Marshall and Chris Gell from Pure Gym. Chris and Andrea explain all about their individual HYROX journeys and how they have introduced HYROX into their gyms. They provide the low down on how HYROX has been trialed in a cluster of Pure Gyms in North England and how it has been received by their members. We also look…
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OFX EPISODE 212: TORONTO HYROX. Brought to you by Duonamic, AirRelax.ca, and RamFit Canada.In this week’s episode, Bethany gets frustrated at Hyrox, Dave gets frustrated at Hyrox, and they both loved Toronto Hyrox.
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HYROX as an older athlete - Peter Kelly and Wendy Williams
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This week we welcome Peter and Wendy to the show to discuss training for HYROX as an older athlete. We consider what every athlete needs to know about training and recovery as you get older. We also consider race companies looking to make adjustments for older athletes and the questions surrounding WADA policies in respect of TRT. All this and much…
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OFX EPISODE 211: DR ALANDRA GREENLEE. Brought to you by Duonamic, AirRelax.ca, and RamFit Canada. On this week’s episode, we prep for Hyrox Toronto. We ask what is DEKA Atlas. Alandra shares a link between achilles issues and TRT. And Alandra answers the question no one is asking: What is more dangerous, CrossFit or Pickleball?…
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HYROX New Season news and FAQs - Hannah Burgon
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This week we are joined by Hannah Burgon to tackle some of the news that has arisen since the HYROX World Championships. We look at the new rules including 100 wall balls for all and also the modifications for Worlds qualifying. We also consider some of the ever present FAQs such as shoes to wear, HYROX Sims, and what to wear on the day. Finally we…
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OFX EPISODE 210: OCR LEGEND, NICOLE MERICLE.
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OFX EPISODE 210: OCR LEGEND, NICOLE MERICLE. Brought to you by Duonamic, AirRelax.ca, and Ram Fit Canada. Heroes come and go but legends live forever, and Nicole is beyond any doubt a true legend. Finally we get to have a long over due chat with Nicole where she talks about the events of the FISO World Championships along with Spartan Pan-Ams. Plus…
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Deadly Dozen September 2024 – Review Episode
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In this episode we welcome Lauren Jocelyn, Kimberley Worthington and Victoria Wallace to the show to chat all things Deadly Dozen. They were all at the recent September edition of the race so we look at what they enjoyed and anything they felt could be improved upon. We also look at how their races went and their opinion on the work outs. Finally w…
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The "Competitive Mindset" of KELLY SULLIVAN: Elite OCR / Hybrid Athlete | The Power of Community in Racing | "If you're scared shitless of an event, do it"
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This week we welcome Gavin Allinson and Nikki Firefly to the show to chat all things DEKA FIT. They both attended the recent event at Forders Gym so we break down the good and the areas that may need improvement. We also look at how their races went and look at what they have upcoming. Finally we consider how DEKA FIT compares to the other races ou…
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OFX EPISODE 209: RUCK OFF. Brought to you by RAMFit Canada, Duonamic, and AirRelax.ca. In this week’s episode, Beth goes on a destructive rampage, Dave partakes in some underhanded tactics, and we have a new Men’s DEKA Strong Relay record.
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This week we welcome Ellevyn Irwin back to the show. Ellevyn is Chartered Physiotherapist who has worked with elite athletes whilst serving as the team Physio for Leinster Rugby, Donegal Senior Men’s GAA, Irish Senior Men’s International Basketball and Derry City F.C. In this week’s episode we are considering how best to recover from a HYROX or ind…
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OFX EPISODE 208: DEKA DEBUT AND CASTRO TOO.
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OFX EPISODE 208: DEKA DEBUT AND CASTRO TOO.In this weeks episode.Dave make his Deka debutBethany keeps building stuffand we have had enough of Dave Castro.
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This week we are looking deeper into the mental aspect of HYROX with the UK’s Mental Health Ambassador Craig Brown. We consider all the important topics including motivation, anxiety and body image. We also look at whether it’s possible to have too much of a good thing. Finally we provide some tips of what to do if you are concerned about a friend.…
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EP 70 | Dr. Jason Won: Movement Expert, Chronic Pain Specialist, Father of 2 | Building Healthy Habits For Long-Term Health | Balancing Work, Family, and Personal Health | The Importance of Having a Strong ...
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The "Competitive Mindset" of ALEXANDER "AJ" GOLIK: DEKA & HYROX Champion, Underdog Athlete, Full time College Student, Handling Stress and Pressure, The Role of Mentors and his #1 Role Model
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Summary In this episode of the Competitive Mindset series, Daniel Jason Hickman interviews Alexander Golik (AJ), a hybrid OCR athlete. AJ shares his journey into OCR and his experiences in DEKA and HYROX events. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from team sports to individual competition and the importance of mindset in overcoming obstac…
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OFX EPISODE 207: RALLY IN THE VALLEY. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca.After talking with Heather White and her great experience at Rally in the Valley, we had to talk to the man behind that great event, Matt Stevens. He tells us how it started, what went down this year, and some sneak peeks into what 2025’s event may hold.…
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DEKA FIT Birmingham – Preview Episode
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This week we are previewing the UK 2025 DEKA FIT being held at Forders Gym in Birmingham. To assist us we have Emma Waring from Team Myzone and Ash Scriven from Forders Gym. Alongside Host Ian they will be providing you with all the information you need. This includes tips for every DEKA Zone that you will be able to use at any DEKA competition. Fi…
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OFX EPISODE 206: JANELLE TEAL AND DEKA NORTHEAST.
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OFX EPISODE 206: JANELLE TEAL AND DEKA NORTHEAST. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca.This week, we get a chance to chat with Janelle Teal. She is a mainstay in the women's elite field and is seldom heard from. I am sure that after getting a chance to hear how dialed in her mind is to Hybrid that we will all want to hear her thoughts more of…
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EP 68 | Glenn Racz: Dad Athlete of 5, Former Ninja Warrior & Spartan Pro, Deka Masters Record Holder, DekaFit Elite | Finding Balance: Juggling Family, Work, and Training | Learning from Others' Mistakes ...
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What’s next for Nuclear Fit? – James Parrish and Sam Alexander
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This week we are joined by James and Sam to discuss Nuclear Fit. Nuclear Fit is a race that is coming to the end of its second year with it’s season closing event on 28 September 2024. We discuss how the past two years have gone and what they have learned so far. We also chat about what athletes can expect in September and in 2025. Finally we provi…
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OFX EPISODE 205: CRACK A BEER AND SHOOT THE SHIT.
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OFX EPISODE 205: CRACK A BEER AND SHOOT THE SHIT. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca. In this week’s episode. We don't like Noah, we do like JK and Joanna Wietrzky, we are cool with TRT for health reasons even if you want to compete in Hyrox. and Bethany has a new relay partner.
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The "Competitive Mindset" of Kevin Gregory: Insights from a DEKA World Champion, Sports Idols ,and Motivation | Using Data to Optimize Training
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Use EDGE20 to join the Underdog Fitness Fitness programming https://www.underdogfitnessgym.com/ UNDERDOG DEKA EVENTS AUG 31ST (LAST CHANCE Qualifiers) Finley's Hyrox Event - Hyrox Affiliate event Sept 1st Summary: In this episode of the Competitive Mindset series, host Daniel Jason Hickman interviews Kevin Gregory, owner of Underdog Fitness and the…
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Young HYROX Stars – Harry Crawford, Molly Speechley & Luke Ennis
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This week on the show we look towards some of the future stars of HYROX. Harry, Molly and Luke are all young athletes who have recently completed their first seasons in Fitness Racing. We learn more about how they found the sport and what they have learned so far. They also share their tips for young and old athletes alike. Finally we look to the s…
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OFX EPISODE 204: WARRIOR WOLF CHALLENGE. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca. Here we have another bonus episode. Bethany and Dave often ramble on about what a multi event fitness comp should and shouldn't do, everything from test setup, rules scoring system, prize money, and judging. Rarely do events measure up, but is it possible we have f…
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EP 67 | Josh Guerrero: Archaeologist, Podcast Host, US Marine, World Traveler | The Power of Community and Connection | Seeking Hard Things: The Path to Growth and Resilience
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Free Newsletter: https://competitiveedge2023.substack.com/ Underdog Fitness discount code EDGE20 Brand Discounts for MyZone, UnderDog Fitness, Flye Hats, MNLY, HYROX, HOOGA, PWRLIFT on the substack page SUMMARY Josh Guerrero is an archaeologist, avid traveler, Marine Corps veteran, and podcast host of the All Around Adventure Podcast. He shares his…
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OFX EPISODE 203: RALLY IN THE VALLEY.
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OFX EPISODE 203: RALLY IN THE VALLEY. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca.The plan for this week’s episode was simple. Talk with Heather White about her experience at Rally in the Valley. We eventually do that, but it was impossible to avoid the tragedy involving Lazar Ðukić at the CrossFit Games. We couldn’t just act like it didn't have an …
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HYROX Doubles tips to Podium - Ciaran Parkinson and Tony Revell
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This week we are discussing HYROX Doubles with Ciaran and Tony. We take a deep dive into those little tips and tricks to help you make the most out of your Doubles event. We also consider what you should do if you are racing for fun or with a partner with a different ability to you. Find our guests on IG Ciaran - @ciaran_fit4rox Tony - @revell_mtb …
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OFX EPISODE 201: SAM HEBERT GOES HYBRID. In a special bonus episode, Dave talks with Sam Hebert about his Hyrox experience and his transition over to Hybrid from OCR. This interview was recorded shortly after Sam's debut in Hyrox, but we thought it was lost to the tech grave yard. Luckily we managed to find and resurrect it. All that said, this int…
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EP 66 | Cory Jenks: Father, Speaker, Author, Comedian | Self-Care in Fatherhood | Prioritizing Family and Children and more
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Free Perks when you purchase a Book. Contact Cory on IG directly Cory Jenks Dad Book: Full Video on YouTube Brand Discounts for MyZone, UnderDog Fitness, Flye Hats, MNLY, HYROX, HOOGA, PWRLIFT on the substack page Summary In this conversation, Daniel Hickman interviews Corey Jenks, a comedian, pharmacist, author, and healthcare speaker. They discus…
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OFX EPISODE 201: THE GAMES SHOW. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca. In this week’s episode, we talk Olympic games, we talk CrossFit games, and we even play a game.
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HYROX Anti-Doping Debate – Mark Lewis and Terra Jackson
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This week we are debating anti-doping in HYROX and Fitness Racing. This has been a topic which many listeners have requested that we consider given the ever increasing popularity of the sport. To assist us we have Mark Lewis and Terra Jackson. Mark is a well known YouTube personality who is on prescribed TRT. Terra is a former NCAA athlete who has …
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EP 65 | Luke Halterman: Dad Athlete of 4 kids | Podium Streak, Deka Road Show Coordinator and Top Salesman | Leaving a Legacy, Managing a Heart Condition, Finding Optimism and Purpose, Mindset and Gratitude ...
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Support the Competitive Edge Podcast by Subscribing to our FREE Newsletter Page here and get new episodes sent directly to your email inbox https://competitiveedge2023.substack.com/ Full Video on YouTube HERE! "If I can win a world championship or you know, maybe my next race, I'll just say, if I can get all four of my kids up the podium with me at…
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OFX EPISODE 200: DEKA ULTRA AND HYROX QUALS.
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OFX EPISODE 200: DEKA ULTRA AND HYROX QUALS. We just got three things to say. Deka Ultra, Hyrox Quals, and Dylan Scott.
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What are the Essex Games? – Sam Raven and Mike Linger
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This week on the show we find out more about the Essex Games. Sam and Mike are experienced Fitness Racers who have specialised in Doubles events. The Essex Games is their event which aims to be equal parts challenging and inclusive. We find out what workouts there will be, what will be at the event and why you may find yourself dragging your partne…
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OFX EPISODE 199: DEKA ULTRA RECAP. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca. In this week’s episode, Bethany forgets about balls, Dave forgets Bethany forgets about balls, and they have everything you need to know about the Deka Ultra in Fort Wayne.
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Judging in HYROX - Simon Green and Meg Parry
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This week on the show we are discussing judging in HYROX. To help us we have Simon Green and Meg Parry. We take a deep dive into the movement standards at the wall balls and burpees. We consider why you should give judging a try and what to bring if you do. We also look at coping with criticism of judges both in person and also online. To volunteer…
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OFX EPISODE 198: DEKA ULTRA PREVIEW. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca. This week we prepare for the first ever sanctioned DEKA FIT Ultra. What is it? Who is in? Who is favored to win? Can anyone win the red rams? And how bad will it hurt to do so?
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EP 64 | Manny Montilla: Co-Founder of Fly Dad Gear & Podcast Host | Lessons Learned from Divorce | Home Schooling | Exploring and Traveling as a Family |The Impact of Absent Fathers on Society | Effective ...
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EP 64 | Manny Montilla: Co-Founder of Fly Dad & Podcast Host | Lessons Learned from Divorce | Exploring and Traveling as a Family |The Impact of Absent Fathers on Society | Effective Discipline Strategies for Children "The competitive edge is about leading with passion and being strategic about opportunities" This episode is sponsored by Schizz Gra…
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This week on the show we are discussing nutrition in HYROX. To assist us we have Darryl AKA “That Nutrition Guy Darryl”. We consider what changes you can make to your diet to see big improvements and the best sources of information. We also consider planning your nutrition on race day and how to keep hydrated. Finally we look at what types of suppl…
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OFX EPISODE 197: HYBRID HODGE-PODGE. In this weeks episode. Beth has a beer, Dave has a beer, and we talk about a lot of shit.
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This week we are joined by James Hall to discuss the best ways to improve your Erg times in Fitness Events. James currently holds the Ski Erg world record at 1000m and 2000m as well as the 1000m Row Erg world record. James shares with us the common mistakes he sees when people take on the Erg’s and also what steps you can take to improve your techn…
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EP 63 | Anthony Peressini: The Hybrid Engine Coach with Lauren Weeks, Girl Dad, "Finding New Challenges and Doing What Others Won't"
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EP 63 | Anthony Peressini: The Hybrid Engine Coach with Lauren Weeks, Girl Dad, "Finding New Challenges Doing What Others Won't" Stay Up To Date on Podcast Episodes, Fitness Challenges. Brand Discounts, and Work out WOD's by signing up for the FREE Newsletter on Substack below: https://competitiveedge2023.substack.com/ The Hybrid Engine Coaches: La…
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OFX EPISODE 196: DAVE DID A THING. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca. In this week’s episode. We talk Hyrox, we talk Deka, Beth wants money, and Dave did a thing.
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HYROX Podcasts – RAD HYROX and On the “Rox” Podcast
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This week we are looking at the two newest podcasts in the UK. First we speak to Fay Cunningham and Emma Petrie from the RAD HYROX podcast. We then chat to Neil Marsh from the On the “Rox” Podcast. We discuss how they got started in podcasting, what they have learned so far and some of their favourite moments. We also consider why you should add th…
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OFX EPISODE 195: SO MANY THINGS. Brought to you by Duonamic and AirRelax.ca. On this week’s episode, more on Hyrox Worlds, DEKA FIT North Carolina, holiday 10k in the mountains, RX1 on the trails, and if you are gonna do Murph, actually do Murph.
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HYROX Mixed Relay World Champs Review – Team England
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This week we are joined by Team England members Michael “Sandy” Sandbach, Kate Davey and Zara Piergianni for a jam packed episode. We discuss how the Mixed Relay went from their perspective and also chat about how their Elite 15 races went. We also discuss whether they made it to the after party and once again we consider whether crumpets are the k…
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EP 62 | Jon Lounsbury: From Pro Hockey Players to Fathers: Navigating Life's Transitions with Gratitude and Appreciation in Life
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EP 62 | Jon Lounsbury: From Pro Hockey Players to Fathers: Navigating Life's Transitions with Gratitude and Appreciation in Life Please support our sponsor Schizz Grafix Summary In this conversation, Daniel Jason Hickman interviews John Lounsburry, a former ice hockey player and current player development coach. They discuss their hockey careers, t…
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RX1 NATION LIVE EPISODE 9: RACE #5 REVIEW. AND RACE #6 PREVIEW.
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RX1 NATION LIVE EPISODE 9: RACE #5 REVIEW. AND RACE #6 PREVIEW. Dave and Seb give the details abut the race that was and the race that will be.
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