Best WODProof Podcasts (2024)

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042 - Anna + Rob | Why you suck at rowing 51:15

2y ago51:15

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042 - Anna + Rob | Why you suck at rowing On this week’s episode of the Difference Makers, we chat with rowing and endurance coaches Rob Carson and Anna Muehle to discuss the benefits of improving your rowing technique. Rowing technique is often overlooked in the sport of CrossFit. We talk about the major impact it can have on your performance but …

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Ep. 20 - Kyra Milligan 1:06:41

2y ago1:06:41

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Kyra Milligan trains at Rhino CrossFit with Underdogs Athletics in Las Vegas and is a 2x CrossFit Semifinal athlete (2021 & 2022), finishing 14th overall at the 2022 Mid Atlantic CrossFit Challenge. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!…

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041 - Kiefer Lammi | Are Training Camps Better? 46:22

2+ y ago46:22

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041 - Kiefer Lammi | Are training camps better? On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers, we talk to Ungerdogs Athletics assistant head coach Kiefer Lammi. Kiefer, has been around the CrossFit training scene for a long time now having also worked with Invictus Boston and Black Iron Training as their respective director of programming. We tal…

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Ep. 19 - Ricky Garard 58:45

2+ y ago58:45

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Australian native Ricky Garard is a controversial figure in the sport of CrossFit after testing positive for testolone and endurobol, both banned substances, at the 2017 CrossFit Games where he finished third. He was hit with a four-year ban from the sport, meaning he could not compete in any CrossFit sanctioned event until after October 3, 2021 Th…

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Ep. 18 - Paige Powers 51:13

2+ y ago51:13

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Paige Powers is a 2x 3rd Fittest Teen On Earth and a 2x CrossFit Games athlete. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de81b9 Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!By Jared Graybeal

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Ep. 17 - Sydney Michalyshen 56:00

2+ y ago56:00

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Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de... Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!By Jared Graybeal

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040 - Freya Moosbrugger | Rookie CrossFit Games Athlete 36:16

2+ y ago36:16

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040 - Freya Moosbrugger | Rookie CrossFit Games Athlete On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers we talk to CrossFit Games Rookie qualifier, Freya Moosebrugger. At just 20 years old, Freya qualified for her first CrossFit Games in only her second in person competition. Under the guidance of coach Michele Letendre, Freya is looking to hold he…

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Ep. 16 - Phil Toon 58:01

2+ y ago58:01

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Phil Toon finished 2nd at the 2022 Granite Games and is 2022 CrossFit Games qualifier. He lives and trains in Fort Myers, Florida. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de81b9 Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!…

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Ep. 15 - Matt Dlugos 55:06

2+ y ago55:06

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Matt Dlugos is a CrossFit Semifinalist based out of Las Vegas, Nevada's Underdogs Athletics. He finished 7th at the 2022 Granite Games. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de81b9 Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!…

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Ep. 14 - Alex Gazan 53:09

2+ y ago53:09

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Alex Gazan is a CrossFit athlete based in Las Vegas, Nevada at Underdogs Athletics and a 2022 CrossFit Games qualifier. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de81b9 Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!…

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039 - Rob Fraser | $0 to $10Million in Revenue 56:22

2+ y ago56:22

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039 - Rob Fraser | $0 to $10Million in Revenue On this week’s episode of The DIfference Makers, we talk to Rob Fraser, owner of Outway Socks (formerly Endur Apparel). Over the past 6 years Rob has spent building his brand from nothing to a successful international company. Being an entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart and Rob knows first hand…

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038 - Matt Dlugos | Competing for passion 49:12

2+ y ago49:12

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038 - Matt Dlugos | Competing for passion On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers we talk to Matt Dlugos, CrossFit Games hopeful. We talk about Matt’s evolution as an athlete and what it's like to train like a Professional CrossFit Athlete in 2022. From humble roots in West Virginia to training with some of the best athletes in the world in…

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#37 Michelle Aubrey | Breaking the stigma of Life Coaching 52:04

2+ y ago52:04

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037 - Michelle Aubrey | Breaking the stigma of Life Coaching On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers, we talked to Michelle Aubrey, certified life coach. Michelle details how she went from working to empower women though boxing to working with CEO’s of multi-million dollar companies. She details her process of how she works with clients and…

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#36 - Cooper Marsh | Being authentic and building brands 49:18

2+ y ago49:18

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036 - Cooper Marsh | Being authentic and building brands On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers, we spoke with Lab Management Co-Owner Cooper Marsh. From his beginnings working in CrossFit Gyms to being the agent to some of the biggest names in CrossFit we talked about everything in between. Cooper has helped athletes build partnerships wi…

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#35 - Greg Hammond | The Growth of Concept2 52:52

2+ y ago52:52

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The Difference Makers 035 - Greg Hammond On this week’s episode we talk to Greg Hammond from Concept2. Greg has been with the company for 25+ years and has been a big part of Concept 2’s involvement in the CrossFit and action sports world. From the origins of the CrossFit Games working with Greg Glassman to executing a marathon row for 80 athletes …

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Ep. 13 - Scott Panchik 52:45

2+ y ago52:45

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Scott Panchik, a five-time individual CrossFit Games veteran, has qualified for every CrossFit Games since 2012. Never finishing below sixth, he took back-to-back fourth-place finishes in 2012 and 2013, missing the podium by just one place each year. Victor of the 2015 and 2016 Central Regionals, Panchik is known for his mental fortitude, always be…

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#34 - Claire Bays | The Accidental Influencer 50:26

2+ y ago50:26

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The Difference Makers 034 - Claire Bays | The Accidental Influencer On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers we talk to Claire Bays. Claire has gone from real estate agent to social influencer overnight almost by accident. She began by posting content she loved creating in the gym and that very suddenly caused a boom in social following. Cla…

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033 - Justin Cotler | The High’s and Lows of Coaching Elite Athletes 55:10

2+ y ago55:10

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033 - Justin Cotler | The High’s and Lows of Coaching Elite Athletes On this week’s episode of the Difference Makers we talk to the head coach of Underdog Athletics, Justin Cotler. Justin is one of the elite coaches in the CrossFit space who has worked with several Games athletes and Teams. Over the past two seasons he has formed a training camp in…

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Ep. 12 - James Sprague 47:16

2+ y ago47:16

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James Sprague is the Founder of Next Gen Programming. He is a 1x Semi-Final Individual Athlete and a 2x Teenage Crossfit Games Athlete. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de81b9 Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!…

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#32 Dr. Jessica Meltcafe | Overcoming Self Sabotage 47:14

2+ y ago47:14

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The Difference Makers 032 Dr. Jessica Meltcafe 2 | Overcoming Self Sabotage On this week’s episode we sit back down with Dr. Jessica Meltcafe. Dr. Meltcafe discusses how as humans we naturally struggle with different forms of self sabotage. We take a deep dive into the psyche of athletes and professions as we talk about strategies we can use to pre…

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Ep. 11 - Tasia Percevecz 1:00:13

2+ y ago1:00:13

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Tasia Percevecz was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Daughter to Elaine and sister to Tamar, Caleb, and Zach. She is a former collegiate gymnast at the University of New Hampshire from 2008-2012. Graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a Bachelors in Biology. Tasia is a CrossFit Level 1 and former CrossFit coach at CrossFit Free fro…

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#31 Tola Morakinyo | Athleticism in CrossFit 46:32

2+ y ago46:32

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031 - Tola Morakinyo On this week’s episode, we talk to Tola Morakinyo. Tola is known for being one of the strongest elite CrossFit Athletes in the Sport. We talk about the value of being athletic and not just fit to excel in the sport today. We talk about how Tola has uprooted his life and moved to Iceland in pursuit of a CrossFit Games Championsh…

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#30 Anikha Greer | Learning to overcome adversity 54:12

2+ y ago54:12

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On the weeks episode of The Difference Makers, we talked to up and coming CrossFit athlete Anikha Greer. Anikha is part of the new generation of competitive CrossFit athlete who grew up with the sport. She has been on the cusp of qualifying for the Games as a teen and individual but has come up just short. We talk about how the disappointment of mi…

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#29 Brett Piperni | The Unseen Power of Mindset 41:42

2+ y ago41:42

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On this weeks episode of The Difference Makers we chatted with Brett Piperni. Brett is a mental performance and mindset coach who has worked with some of the best athletes in the world. From coaching CrossFit Games athlete Emily Rolfe to multiple event wins to his TED talk. Brett, drops some serious knowledge bombs on how to approach different situ…

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Ep. 10 - Fee Saghafi 58:34

2+ y ago58:34

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Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de... Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!By Jared Graybeal

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#28 - Kyra Milligan | Looking to break through in 2022 1:00:50

2+ y ago1:00:50

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This week we were join by Kyra Milligan, a young CrossFit athlete who is looking to break through in 2022. After only spending an hour in the gym each day placed 15th at the 2021 MACC. Since then she has moved to Las Vegas to train with the Underdogs athletics crew and is looking to make some big improvements this coming season. We talk all things …

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#27 - Michele Letendre | Lessons learned from coaching one of the greatest CrossFit athletes of all time 1:14:42

2+ y ago1:14:42

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On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers, we talked to Michele Letendre, x6 CrossFit Games Athlete, founder of Deka Comp and coach to Patrick Vellner. Michele shares her insight into coaching one of the greatest CrossFit athletes of all time and how she balances coaching multiple elite level athletes. This is one of the most insightful conve…

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Ep. 9 - Christian Harris 1:12:23

2+ y ago1:12:23

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Christian Harris is the founder of the training and lifestyle brand Move Fast Lift Heavy. He has been to the CrossFit Regionals 5 times and the CrossFit Games in 2016. He was also a member of the 2019 CrossFit Games Demo Team. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57…

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#26 - Lazar Dukic | The rise of the fittest man in Serbia 54:58

2+ y ago54:58

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On this week’s podcast we talked to CrossFit Games Athlete Lazar Dukic. Lazar is the x5 fittest man in Serbia, has recently come in 2nd at the Dubai CrossFit Championships and is in contention to make another trip to the CrossFit Games. We talk about his rise through the sport including how he was living off of competition earnings from small event…

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Ep. 8 - Jake Marconi 1:23:43

2+ y ago1:23:43

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Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de... Xendurance: https://xendurance.com/ use code ZELOS15 for 15% OFF!By Jared Graybeal

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#25 Nate Edwardson - Turning a hobby into a full time career 57:26

2+ y ago57:26

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This week we talked to YouTubber Nate Edwardson about how he turned a hobby into a full time career. From starting off working with the Buttery Bros with very little experience to being able to grow his own channel full time. We talk about the ups and downs of working for yourself and the crazy world of YouTube. Tune in to find out why Nate Edwards…

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Ep. 7 - Sam Briggs 55:10

2+ y ago55:10

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Ten-time CrossFit Games athlete Samantha Briggs may be the oldest athlete in the field, but the 2013 Fittest Woman on Earth shows up to compete. In 2018, Briggs withdrew from the Europe Regional due to an elbow injury, instead competing as a Masters athlete at the 2018 Games where she placed second. While some viewed this as a quiet end to her indi…

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#24 Nemo Colic - How swimming can help achieve your fitness goals 52:21

2+ y ago52:21

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This week we talked to former national swimmer and current Brute Strength Swim Coach Nemo Colic. Nemo spent years competing and coaching swimming at the highest levels. Recently he has been working with CrossFit athletes to help improve their abilities in the water. From Patrick Vellner to the entire Brute Strength team, Nemo is working with some o…

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Ep. 6 - Emma McQuaid 1:05:18

2+ y ago1:05:18

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Emma McQuaid, from Ravernet near Lisburn, has been to three CrossFit Games and represented Northern Ireland at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, finishing fourth in the 63kg event. McQuaid also won the 2022 Wodapalooza competition in Miami, FL. The 32-year-old was quad racing at an international level and winning National Championships before she discov…

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Ep. 5 - Amanda Barnhart 1:11:17

2+ y ago1:11:17

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Amanda Barnhart is a four-time CrossFit Games athlete and former collegiate swimmer. She took 15th at the 2018 CrossFit Games, her rookie year, and followed that up with a 7th-place finish in 2019. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de81b9 Xendurance: https://xe…

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#23 - Noah Ohlsen | Inside the mindset of one of the fittest athletes in the world 57:16

3y ago57:16

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This week we sat down with x8 time CrossFit Games competitor and WODProof athlete Noah Ohlsen. Noah is one of the most recognizable faces in the sport through his years of dedication to the sport. We talk about the ups and downs of competing in the sport of fitness and the toll that it takes on your body. From travels around the world to creating a…

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Ep. 4 - Kari Pearce 1:22:53

3y ago1:22:53

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Kari Pearce was crowned America’s Fittest Woman® four times (2016, 2018-20). She competed in the CrossFit Open seven times and only finished outside the worldwide top 20 once — her debut in 2015 when she ranked 108th. In her seven trips made to CrossFit’s grandest stage, she finished in the top 10 five times, including two fifth-place finishes in 2…

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#22 - Anna Muehle | Inside the mindset of a professional rower 47:30

3y ago47:30

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This week we talked to Anna Muehle, World Indoor Rowing champion, multiple World Record holder and Rowing coach. While at local CrossFit box, Anna discovered her abilities on the erg and she quickly became a fan of the machines. After some time she began to take the machines more seriously and that has led to being one of the top performers on both…

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Ep. 3 - Lazar & Luka Dukic 1:21:47

3y ago1:21:47

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5-year-old Lazar Dukic and 22-year-old Luka Dukic from Serbia made their Games debuts this year. There are just two Crossfit gyms in the capital city of Belgrade, Serbia and yet these two earned a spot at the Games with impressive performances at the Crossfit German Throwdown where Lazar finished 2nd overall, and Luka 3rd. Athlete Stories is brough…

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#21 - Jared Graybeal |Turing passion into global impact 48:18

3y ago48:18

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This week we talked to Jarded Graybeal, author of “The Self Help Book” and founder of the Zelos Games. Jared is an entrepreneur who has dedicated himself to being a leader in all of his fields of business. We talk about how starting a national meal prep business led to a cross country road and the introduction of the Zelos Games. In late 2021 the c…

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Ep. 2 - Arielle Loewen 1:18:54

3y ago1:18:54

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After giving birth in 2019 and taking two years off CrossFit competition, Arielle Loewen, who calls herself a “full-time mom (and) part-time CrossFit athlete,” punched her ticket to the 2021 CrossFit Games by winning the 2021 Granite Games. She finished 14th overall at the 2021 CrossFit Games. Athlete Stories is brought to you by: WODProof app FREE…

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#20 Adam Grinker | How i founded WODProof part 1 32:14

3y ago32:14

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This week we chatted with Adam Grinker, CEO and founder of the WODProof App. We dived with Adam into his journey, From his early days as a CrossFitter, to finding a need within the CrossFit community to launching the WODProof app. Adam details the secret origins of the WODProof app and how he created such a massive impact in the fitness community. …

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Ep. 1 - Noah Ohlsen 1:24:07

3y ago1:24:07

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Noah Ohlsen has competed at the CrossFit Games every year since 2014 with six top-eight finishes. His best result was a runner-up rank in 2019. He is also a brand ambassador for the fitness apparel and accessories brand Gymshark. Athlete Stories is presented by: WODProof app FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE with this link: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/57de…

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#19 - Aryan Fazeli | Winning cancer and becoming a difference maker 55:30

3y ago55:30

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Aryan Fazeli is a special human. Aryan is the founder of K Nutri Supplements and is a Cancer survivor. After completing his Masters Degree in Science writing his thesis on the ketogenic diet and the impacts of obesity and cancer he started a low carb focused supplement company K Nutri. During his first year running K Nutri, Aryan was diagnosed with…

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#18 - Gustavo Vaz Tostes | The power of communities in CrossFit 1:05:56

3y ago1:05:56

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This episode we spoke to Gus Vas Tostes, WIT Training Head Coach + WIT Community Leader. Gus tells us his story of how he moved to London from Brasil speaking almost no English to becoming the head coach of WIT Training in only a few short years. We talk about the growth of the WIT community and how a retail shop and boutique gym in London has beco…

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#17 - Rob + Lizzy Carson | Tips to improve athletes endurance 56:28

3y ago56:28

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In this week’s episode we have with us Rob and Lizzy Carson. Rob is the founder of Engine by Carson and the endurance coach of Underdog Athletics. His aerobic building program has been used by CrossFit Games Athletes Kari Pierce, Carolyne Prevost as well as many others. Lizzy Carson is the owner of Concept Fitness and a 2021 competitor in the 40-44…

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#16 Ashlyn Newlove | Bringing competitive fitness into the Olympics 55:46

3y ago55:46

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In this week’s episode we connect with Ashlyn Newlove, Canadian Functional Fitness Federation Competition Director and certified Nutritionist. We discuss the upcoming IFFF World Championships and the goal of getting competitive fitness into the Olympics. From starting a side business to growing into a sustainable full time income we discuss how to …

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#15 - Sophia Davenport | Lessons from one of the most diverse fitness athletes in the world 58:58

3y ago58:58

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In this episode we connect with Sophia Davenport, Florida GRID league utility player, 5th degree black belt and former circus performer. We talk about her travels around North America in the circus and how that led her to becoming one of the most diverse competitive fitness athletes in the world. From CrossFit to IF3 to GRID all while competing int…

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#14 - JP Arencibia | How professional athletes manage stress 1:07:20

3y ago1:07:20

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This episode we sat down with former MLB catcher JP Arencibia. JP shared with us his behind the scenes experience on the diamond and behind the mic as a commentator for the Miami Marlins. We discuss his battles with anxiety and overcoming depression as a professional athlete. We take a look at how social media impacted his playing career and some o…

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#13 - Nikolaj Ronnow | How to create a content driven fitness brand 1:04:52

3y ago1:04:52

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In this week's episode we connected with Nikolaj Rønnow, field producer for CrossFit Media. We discuss the evolution of the freelance entrepreneur as well as how the CrossFit Media department has changed over the years. From managing hectic travel schedules to balancing time with family we talk about how building strong relationships is essential i…

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