Episode Summary:

Today we're talking beginner mistakes. Now, the title says "beginner" but sometimes I make these mistakes. Then again, I might still be a beginner. Here are things to avoid and the solutions to improve them and get to your goals more efficiently.

Key Moments:

• The warm up + the cooldown
• Weight vs form
• Overtraining vs under recovering
• Realistic vs unrealistic goals
• The common mantra for the masses
• Are you dehydrated?
• Stress management
• Who should you compare yourself to?

Episode Summary:

We have had the fortunate opportunity to share some time with Raz. She has been a long time member with us and is always a positive light for our 9am classes!

Key Moments:

• When did you start CrossFit?
• What made you make the leap into doing CrossFit?
• Did you know about CrossFit before beginning?
• Were you nervous to start?
• What do you like about Iron Hero?
• What would you say to the 2017 Raz to get her to go and try it?
• Learning movements + getting good!

Episode Summary:

Today we're talking accountability. Accountability, and consistency, are a great asset to you than motivation. Here are 10 things you can add to increase the likelihood that you will hit your goals for the long-term.

Key Moments:

• Support system
• Your phone
• A trainer or coach
• Stickers
• Social media (not what you think)
• Progress pics
• Measurements
• Quarterly meetings
• Your "why"
• Workout buddy

Episode Summary:

Today we're taking you back to the beginning as I share the journey that led to the creation of Iron Hero CrossFit. This episode dives into my personal story and the purpose behind starting a gym.

Key Moments:

• Introductions
• The skinny kid
• I started strength training
• I don't know what I'm doing (bro days)
• College + "the heck do I do now?"
• Mentors + learning
• Not happy + what now
• My dad as a beacon for moving forward
• Planning + secrets
• Pulling the trigger
• Doing the dumb things + getting better