The Coaching Couch

The fitness industry needs an overhaul. Our hosts go through the problems and some possible solutions.

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Critiques and solutions for the sport of CrossFit and the current problems of trying to professionalize the fitness industry

We are joined with special guest, Robert Romano. Robert is a former NFL agent and is now a professor at Saint Johns University teaching sport law. 

CrossFit competition mishaps, how to improve the CrossFit competition formatting, and being an authentic coach.

Co-host, Manny, shares his experiences with buying and selling a microgym. There's a lot of do's and don'ts!

One of our hosts, Coach Manny, just sold one of his locations. Find out what led him to the decision and why it's created a win-win scenario.

Want to know how to successful ruin your athlete? Listen in!

We are joined by Dr. Natty Bandasak of Myokinetix Physical Therapy. What stops people from taking care of their health? Is it money? Priorities? Or something different? We explore this and more!

Brian Costello, founder of O23 Holistic Systems, joins us again on a deep discussion around various lifestyle topics. Brian specializes in equipping people and coaches with systems to help manage the other 23 hours of the day. In this episode we explore routines v. rituals, childhood obesity, farming, and a whole lot more! 

Many microgym owners have the dream of the "big box" gym. Find out why that dream has died for NorthEast CrossFit, why they are downsizing one of their facilities, their insight on vax only gyms, some random banter, and more! 

NorthEast CrossFit member, Candice Arnone, shares what it's like  navigating CrossFit as an adaptive athlete. She shares her background,  what's it has been like for her, and the impact CrossFit has had for her  quality of life.

Why do trainers not stick around for very long? What's the next step in NECF's journey with Active Life Pro Path?

Is it ethical to sell a client group CrossFit classes when you no there  is a better and safer option? Are vaccine mandates ethical? Who the hell  even has the right to call something ethical? Join our hosts on this  DEEP discussion around fitness and ethics!

After a summer sabbatical our hosts are back and refreshed with a hot topic buzzing around the CrossFit community-- Is the CFL1 enough to open your own gym? What certifications are? What the hell is a professional coach anyway? 

What is the biggest threat to our health right now? It's not COVID and it's not CrossFit. We are joined this week by Dr. Amy West, a Harvard Medical School graduate, CrossFitter, and sneakerhead. She joins us to debunk some myths and to get real about the actual healthcare issues our society is facing. 

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Former UFC title challenger and #2 ranked women's flyweight, Kaitlyn Chookagian, joins the crew to talk about life as a professional MMA fighter. We dive into training, champion mentality, transgender females in MMA, and what it was like the first time she got punched in the face.

Joining us in this special episode is two-time CrossFit Games OG athlete, Kaleena Ladearious. Kaleena is a former CrossFit affiliate owner from NY who now resides in Miami, FL. She talks to the crew about how she ended up in FL, what it was like competing at the CrossFit Games, what motivates her and much more!

Our hosts cover the awkwardness of coaches asking for money, their thoughts on the new law passing marijuana for recreational use in NY, and how the CrossFit Open went. 

In our 1-year anniversary episode our hosts talk about the controversial Mat Fraser interview on the Joe Rogan podcast. Dave Castro as well as some prominent CrossFit affiliate owners were a bit upset at some of Mat's comments. Our hosts give their two-cents and also discuss COVID restrictions, and their thoughts on the CrossFit Open thus far.

Ever wonder how some families have multiple children who are star athletes? How much of this was genetics (nature) and how much of this was nurture (their environment)? 

Chemistry teacher, wrestling coach, and father, Will Carano, joins us to chat about family dynamics and what is the secret sauce to the success of his kids.

From the TKO of Connor McGregor to our host's opinion about the vaccine, there were a lot of things covered on this week's episode of The Coaching Couch. 

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In our first episode of 2021 we bring in special guest, John Hoke, to discuss youth athletic training. John owns JVH Performance in Rockland County NY and trains primarily high school and collegiate athletes. He was a three sport athlete in High School and went on to play D3 Football at Western Conneticut University. 

In the episode we talk about how parents are ruining sports for their kids, how to spot a fraud coach, and how to correctly train young athletes to prevent burn out and injury and also how to increase performance.

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In a “Strongman’s journey” we talk with one of Northeast CrossFit’s Head Coaches, Kenny Olmeda. We discuss his journey to being a Strongman competitor, how he came about finding NECF as well as addiction, mental health and his favorite sneakers. This is a DEEP episode so gather around thanksgiving table and enjoy!

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The crew reflects about this past CrossFit Games, the difference in athlete mindset and whether or not Coach Cam likes working for NEHP.

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It has been a few months since gyms in NY have been able to open. In this episode we go over our thoughts on how NorthEast CrossFit handled the shutdown and what they would do if there was a 2nd.

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In this special episode, we feature CrossFit Games athlete, Marquan Jones. Marquan is one of the few elite level black CrossFit athletes. He shares his upbringing, training, what he’s learned and outlook on some of the current social issues. 

In part 2, we discuss the benefits of the Whoop band, our group template model, individual program design, the CrossFit Games and a few other cool topics!

We tried to squeeze in a podcast on our new parent company, NEHP, and why we created it. However, it is to be continued... you'll know why when ya listen. 

How will the new changes to ownership of CrossFit effect the community moving forward?

Glassman, social media and the World we live in today.

The crew catches up 8 weeks into "lock down".

Talking about the New Chapter in CrossFit, It's format both in sanctionals and the Games. As well as how to approach the 2020 season leading up to the games. 

Putting thoughts into actions. Strategy and execution as a small business owner and "Micro Gym".

A look inside the minds and values of North East Crossfit from the foundational pillars set forth to grow a strong community.

How the Coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted the CrossFit space and its community. What North East CrossFit's plan is moving forward.