Blade Method Mindset

In this episode we look back on the past week of our new reality. What has happened at the gym and where we are headed. A big shout out and thank you to our BLADESTRONGER community.

Mandatory Gym Closings. What we are doing about it! Thank you for all of the love and support!

In this episode we continue our conversation with 81yr old powerlifter and world record planner Mike Harrington. His business life that was fueled by passion and how that carried over into his post-business life and competitive career.

In this episode we talk to 81yr old Powerlifter Mike Harrington. We discuss his life, what it means to work hard and know what you want and when to go in a new direction. We will be back with a part 2 to finish up.

In this episode we discuss New Year's resolutions, the good and the bad. If you are going to do them, how to do them so that they stick for life. Life building habits that can change your life and steer you toward the person you are striving to be.

In this episode we give you some key tips to make it through the holidays with your fitness in tact. Also, more cold plunge stories and a Fit Archer Challenge date.

In this episode we discuss all of the current happenings at the gym, new layout, blending of the two gyms and what the future holds. Visualize what you want and make it happen. Also, we discuss the next Fit Archer Challenge event.

In this episode we give some simple to understand reasons for parasympathetic nervous system training through cold and hot therapies, why its important and how to do it.

In this episode we have on guest Coach Jerryl Garcia of Blade Method Fitness. We discuss his life growing up on the island of Guam, the transition of moving to the States, going through the hardest thing in his life in losing his Dad, to finding his calling as a Coach. We also discuss the many events coming up at Blade as we close out the year.

In this episode we discuss why and how to do High Intensity Interval training, the benefits and how to do it correctly. We also dive into the topic of anxiety and depression and how simple daily practices can help combat it. We are in control of how we feel every single day.

In this episode we talk about how to eat healthy with a busy, on-the go lifestyle. We give several tips that you and your family can use so that weather you are going to practice or have a busy weekend you will have the tools you need to maintain your healthy lifestyle.

In this episode we discuss the death of my Step-Mom and urge you to get help if you need it. Also, the misconception that your week starts on Monday, it doesn't, it starts on Sunday. The CrossFit Games Open is here!

In this episode we de-bunk our TOP 5 lies we feel the fitness industry has imposed upon us as consumers. There is a lot of misinformation out there in regards to fitness and nutrition and we do our best to help you find the right path.

In this episode we discuss what Mental Toughness actually means. How to train it, recognize it and use it to fuel all aspects of your life. From Fitness to Child rearing Mental Toughness can be developed over time if you are willing to work at it.

In this episode we hear the story of JP Penzkover and what his life would have been like if he would have taken the easy, comfortable path. Also, we get into everything intermittent fasting and answer questions from our audience.

In this episode, Chris, Claire & Terra discuss the future of CrossFIt Blade North and what it means to open a new location or move an existing one.

In this episode we discuss the diagnosis of Blade Method Coach Anthony Baca. He is an amazing Husband, Father, Friend and Human being that has touched hundreds of peoples lives in a positive way.

Episode 37 - Major Announcement For Cory. Finding Your Ride OR Die And All The Games by Chris Treanor

In this episode we have on guest Chief Warrant Officer Jen Languell, Apache Pilot with multiple combat tours, nurse and CrossFitter. Jen discusses everything from her 1st assignment post 9-11, to losing 50lbs on her CrossFit Journey.

In this episode we re-cap USA Weightlifting Youth Nationals, the WheelWOD Games and give a re-fresher on what to do while shopping and the role sugar plays in the body.

In this episode we re-cap our community events Women Wod & Wine and Bros, Beers & Barbells. We also discuss strategies and techniques to help persuade sedentary family members to get on the path to health and wellness.

In this episode we discuss the birth of Chris & Claire's daughter Carlin, what the experience was like and the support of our community. We also give 10 DadsHabs for humans to live their best life on a daily basis.

Episode 32 - Suffer For Happiness by Chris Treanor

In this episode we give our Top 5 tips to help you maintain your fitness during vacation and travel. There are many mistakes people make while vacationing, this guide will help you to avoid those mistakes with 5 key lessons that will keep you and your family on the path of fitness.

In this episode we give out the CrossFit Gym Bro-Tips that every CrossFitter should adhere to.

In this episode we discuss upcoming Blade Method Events happening at our gym and why they should happen at yours as well. Ambition + Action = Success

In this episode we re-cap the recent Cactus Games at Blade Method Fitness. How Competition and Longevity can go hand in hand.

In this episode we have on Coach Gage. We discuss his military career, getting married and having children at such a young age and how he dealt with that, to his Coaching career and also his transition in his quest to become a Cop.

In this episode we discuss 5 Macro Level Gym Goer mistakes. We also discuss the Blade Method launch into the Corporate Fitness space.

In this episode we re-cap the CrossFit Games Open, USA Weightlifting Masters Nationals. What it means to devote yourself completely to your workout instead of using small excuses like water breaks to take away from it. My mom Deb Baker visits the show!

In this episode we sit down with former Texas and NFL Cornerback Bryant Westbrook and discuss what's it like to be the best in the Nation in High School, excelling in college to being one of the top Draft Picks in the NFL and having a promising career cut short due to injury. Life after retirement and what's important.

In this episode we quiet the grumblings about what it means to RX, assess workout 19.3 and discuss how to improve mental health by talking instead of typing.

In this episode we re-cap 19.1 & 19.2 and discuss the state of the open, how are community is performing and where our masters athletes sit.

In this episode we talk with National Weightlifter, College Student and aspiring attorney Ruskin Griffith about being on the top of his sport, to experiencing a life altering tragedy, then starting his comeback trail to getting back on top.

In this episode we discuss how to best prepare for the CrossFit Games Open with 5 simple rules. Rules that can also be applied to life.

In this episode we discuss why we train, to prepare for any activity or adversity that comes into our lives. A Brief Overview of what CBD Oil is and how it can benefit you.

In this episode we guest Mikey V discusses what it is like to come back from a near death experience to living his best life. From being an arrogant and self absorbed musician, to experiencing tragedy, and how it turned his life around.

In this episode we discuss the CF Open, our love/hate relationship with it. Why it can be life changing and how CF can reverse your age.

In the episode we Government Agent and Airman Gil B discusses how he uses CrossFit to help his career and knows it may save his life one day. .

In this episode we discuss our Top 5 supplements for training, recovery and overall health. We also answer questions from our listeners on what supplements are what and the role they play in the body.

In this episode we hear from Sergeant Breilan Rosenberg and how CF has helped advance his military career, his previous deployment as an army medic and how he earned the Bronze Star with Valor.

In this episode we give holiday nutrition & survival tips, but more importantly we discuss how to enjoy every holiday of the year guilt free for the rest of your life!

Six Time Gold Medalist Amy Van Dyken comes on the show and gives us a glimpse into a lifetime of perseverance.. What it was like to win Olympic Gold, filling the void after retirement and how CrossFit saved her life twice.

In this episode we discuss Chris' start of intermittent fasting, how healthy habits are necessary and how they can change your life. We also answer the question.. What is the Blade Method?

In this episode we discuss our relationship with pregnant women during Crossfit, their physical and mental struggles along with best practices and communication with their coach.

The Baker Bros- A story of community and how a CF Gym can change a family's future.

In this episode we hear from Coach Anthony Baca and discuss the important role your attitude plays into your success.

In this episode we discuss how to rebound and approach an injury, when to use weight belts and pre-workout motivation and mindset.

In this episode we hear from the ladies of Blade Method, Claire and Terra. Their story of fitness and their role in the company.

In this episode we discuss what it means to be motivated, what the newbies need for gear and how to approach pre-workout nutrition.

In this episode we host our first guest Lon Allen. We discuss his journey in fitness and what it means to find CrossFit later in life.