Podcast appearances and mentions of tom rini

This episode features Peter Nelson, founder of Sisu Sauna Co. He is a highly motivated and driven entrepreneur based in Cleveland, OH.  Born and raised in the area, Peter has a deep connection to his community and a strong desire to make a positive impact through his work.  After graduating from college, he joined his friend Tom Rini in the fitness industry, through ownership of Black Flag Athletics in Avon, OH. Through his leadership and dedication, the gym has become a well-respected and thriving community of athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Beyond his work with Black Flag Athletics, Peter is also the founder of SISU Sauna Co., a brand focused on inspiring individuals to pursue their passions and live life with determination and resilience through the means of sauna. Through SISU Sauna Co., Peter and his Finnish/Amish team are handcrafting barrel saunas in Ohio and shipping saunas all throughout the United States.  Peter is also an avid ultramarathon runner and active member of the Cleveland community, volunteering his time and resources to various local organizations and causes. He is passionate about helping others and strives to make a positive impact both in his professional and personal life. With his energy, determination, and commitment to excellence, Peter is a rising leader in the Cleveland business community and a true inspiration to those around him.   Key Topics Peter's definition of Success. What does fun look like for the Nelson family? Explain: Putting Purpose before Profit. Peter's takeaways from his early career choices How to effectively hire employees How does someone decide the true need in a business? How Peter manages working on two companies at one time. Lessons that Peter's fitness journey has taught him What are we lacking today's culture both in sports & business? Where does Peter see yourself in the next 5-10 years? Raising money and awareness by completing the Hell on Hogs Back run in Cleveland Peter's definition of Thriving.   ***. Get a discount on your Sisu Sauna purchase with code: THRIVEONLIFE  ***  

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss how important community is to guide you on your fitness journey!... And Tom and Pete discuss their top 5 all time movies. Enjoy the deep dive folks! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and debate whether it's better to learn from a book or experience... Sit back and enjoy topics from CrossFit seminars, getting a PHD, the education system, the Food Pyramid and more. Enjoy the deep dive folks! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss Handstand Pushups, Muscle Ups, Pistols, etc.!!! Do you always grab a band to scale your pull-ups? At what cost would you give to get your first bar muscle up? The guys give you their opinions on this and many more topics in today's episode. @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and cover a bunch of topics: How much caffeine is too much caffeine? Is BMI an outdated metric? Do doctors see too many patients a day? Putting everything into perspective... Enjoy as the guys cover these topics and many more! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II discuss how little details breed consistency. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II take a deep dive into all things Dave Castro. From the beginning of his CrossFit career as a flowmaster to his contoversial departure just weeks away from the beginning of the Open. Strap in for this one folks! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered @StongTalk.Podcast @BlackFlag_Athletics @BlackFlagCompete By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II talk about how important community is to business, and reveal some HUGE NEWS in the very near future for Black Flag Athletics! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode, Tom Rini sits down solo and talks how to be fit for life! Covering topics like training movement vs muscles, muscular and metabolic demand, how to work less and smile more, etc... Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini is back at it with a solo show. We're continuing on the topic of strength. Not just how to get strong, but also applying strength in the long term. Hear Tom talk on topics from technical proficiency, variation, recovery, and burning out. Enjoy! @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode of Strong Talk, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II reunite back in the studio (and it feels so good). Strength is the topic today, and the guys sure have a lot to say about it. You'll hear Tom and Pete cover topics from volume and intensity, to their opinions on "muscle confusion" and oscillating kettlebell back squats! ...also, Tom and Pete reveal the GREATEST STRENGTH PROGRAM IN THE WORLD!!! Listen to find out which one. @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode, it's Tom Rini's turn for a solo show! Tom drops major knowledge bombs left and right in this episode. Touching on topics from anti-aging, strongman, CrossFit, social media, 30 day weight loss programs, etc... Strap in for this one folks. @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss some characteristics and attributes it takes to be a great leader. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii @JimiBernot --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss all things recover. Covering topic like ice baths, saunas, surgery, Strap in for this one folks! Powered By: Black Flag Athletics @CoachTomRini @PeterNelsonii --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss all things nutrition. From psychology and cravings to goal setting and weight loss challenges. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode, Tom Rini & Pete Nelson II sit down and discuss what it took for Pete to accomplish one of his biggest goals: running 100 miles. Pete finished the Canal Corridor 100 on October 10th, 2021 in 22 hours 59 minutes and 4 seconds. They dive into Pete's preparatory phase for the run, his past failures, race day, and recovery. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

In today's episode, Tom Rini & Peter Nelson II sit down and discuss what exercises should & should NOT be included in every workout program. Powered By: Black Flag Athletics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strongtalkpodcast/support

THANK YOU! A sincere thank you to our community, athletes, listeners all over. It is officially the end of an era. We are firing ourselves and closing up shop on Black Flag Radio. The last two and a half years cannot be expressed in words but we try our best to reflect on our community, ourselves, our guests, the podcast, the decision to refocus, changes, challenges, and opportunities that we have presented themselves. We are very proud of what we were able to accomplish with the show and immensely honored to share the mic with incredible athletes, coaches, authors, and experts from within Black Flag Athletics and abroad. We did it our way, we had the time our lives, and we hope you did too! 

Challenge accepted! A new opportunity presented! The coronavirus pandemic is nothing any of us have experienced, however as the Black Flag Community it is a time thru which our mission will shine. TR, Peter, and Pawel get together for our first in person remote episode to discuss our reactions and future preparations to ensure our continued commitment to our Black Flag Fam. We also discuss the benefits we can take advantage of and growth we can experience as we press on during this hurdle. Enjoy!

The time has finally arrived, our 100th Episode! And guess what, Tom Rini has his own podcast too! On this very special episode of Black Flag Radio get a sneak peek to what you can expect from TR's show as he shares his journey as a business owner, fitness professional, and family man covering topics ranging from stress management, fitness, strength, conditioning, anti-aging, social components of fitness and wellness, longevity, life and more. What are you waiting for? Head over to your podcast app and subscribe to Tom Rini Radio.

What did you want to be when you were young? Whom would you want as a dinner guest? What is you favorite fiction book? Who is the last person you sang to? These and many more big beautiful questions answered by our very own TR, Coco, Peter, and Pawel. We take an episode to step away from the daily grind and get to know the crew just a tad bit better. Enjoy!

Never give up! Barry Rice Jr. didn't and in just over a week he will marry the woman of his dreams, Ariel Samples. Along co-host Tom Rini, the man responsible for this union, we find out how this great duo got their start, why it didn't work out initially, and how they finally realized they are perfect for each other. We also learn how to properly remove eggs from the crate, why watching movie clips can be weird, and an insightful recap of the 2019 CrossFit Games. Love is in the air for episode 83 of Black Flag Athletics Black Flag Radio - Enjoy!

Welcome the episode that puts the R in Rant and in Rini. Some of the best cuts from our co-host, head coach and owner at Black Flag Athletics, Tom Rini. From playing and getting through injuries, discussing neuroscience, constantly evaluating and continuously evolving, emphasizing athletes, longevity and quality of life, celebrating community, falling in love, and last but not least drinking games. These are some of our favorite moments from Tom. Enjoy!

The episode that will put you to sleep, hopefully. Join Coco Gerard, Tom Rini, and Pawel Wencel as they play sandmen. The trio reiterate the importance and benefits of sleep for overall health and performance, as well as share key contributing factors for a better night's sleep. The discussion also presents actionable steps and possible routines that you could take right away that could have immediate impact on you feeling refreshed in the morning. Enjoy fam, but not too late! 

Is there a magic formula out there that will make you healthier person and a better athlete? In this episode of Black Flag Radio we might just find out. Join Tom and Pawel as they go back in time and share their personal adventures in supplement land as well as discuss what you need to stay away from and what you should consider, if anything. Make sure to tune in to find out the big four and for a very simple homework assignment. Hope this conversation clears up the wild wild west that is the supplement industry. 

Get ready to get jacked Fam! On this episode, Tom, Peter and Pawel provide fantastic insight on our next training cycle. We start the conversation with the most important question of all, why? and how our next sixteen weeks directly support the mission of Black Flag Athletics and our community. The crew also gets into the how, what, and of course the science behind how the program was put together by Tom and Peter.

In case you missed it, the Black Flag Fam is growing! As we continue to become a stronger and larger community of athletes, friends, family, teachers, mentors, and coaches, it is always wise to look back and reflect on how far we have come. In this special recap episode, we go all the way back to the beginning, as Tom, Peter and Pawel share their backgrounds and the three very different journeys that brought them together at Black Flag Athletics. Expect a few surprises in this laugh filled premier episode. Enjoy!

Join Barry Rice Jr. and Tom Rini as we break down our awesome event this Saturday, and welcome the entire fam to an incredible celebration of community. We cover all the details and FAQs that have come up since our expansion and what everyone can look forward to starting next week at our two locations. The gents also highlight what it means to be "different", how we continue to become a stronger community with a larger tribe, and an emotional stroll down memory lane with TR. An episode with a little bit of everything!

We are on the precipice of something very very special, something unprecedented. We are about to experience and witness the greatest celebration of community achievement and growth through fitness in this hemisphere. It is finally time for Super Friday, the culmination of the 2019 CrossFit Open at Black Flag Athletics. An event like no other, made remarkable by the athletes, their families and their friends. Find out how it all comes together, and what to expect this year once you enter through the front doors at BFA. It will be glorious!

Starting this year's CrossFit Open with a Bang! With over 100 Black Flag Athletes sign-ed up for the annual celebration of community and fitness, we could not have asked for a better start. In episode 60 of Black Flag Radio, Tom Rini and Pawel Wencel recap the first workout of the Open with former gymnast, diver, pole vaulter, currently a traveling nurse and fitness addict, our very own Angelina Chuppa. We discuss Angelina's background then get right into how we did, what we thought and what helped us through the workout. We also drop knowledge on the importance of keeping it simple, having intent, a solid plan, understanding energy systems, recovery, and future programming for the next 4 weeks. 

"I took the road less traveled by, and that has made all the difference." The boys are back together and we discuss the things that have helped Black Flag Athletics and it's community stand head and shoulders above the rest. From continually investing in the evolution of our athletes by focusing on the core mission of Black Flag to finding further opportunities on how we can serve the community. We break down how we are furthering adaptation through athlete based and athlete focused programming, creating cohesion in the community, and get an inside look on the effort and time it takes Tom and Pete bring it all to life. There is a reason behind everything that we do at Black Flag, and that makes all the difference.      

Recently Black Flag Radio's very own, Tom Rini and Pawel Wencel had the tables turned on them and had the honor to be guests on The Refined Savage Podcast hosted by the gentle giant, Mark Valenti. This is a very open discussion on a lot of the distractions and BS out there regarding the state of strength and conditioning as it pertains general fitness, health, wellness and increased performance. We also dive into the growth of Black Flag Athletics, athlete development, continued evolution of the sport of CrossFit, and possible destinations for your next vacation. Enjoy!

John Carrol University alum, former football teammate of our very own Tom Rini, former member of the 75th Ranger Regiment, current member of the New York State National Guard, CrossFit Coach at CrossFit Metropolis, and an extended member of the Black Flag Fam, our guest on episode 28 of Black Flag Radio is Mickey Kostelnik. From serving concrete, through the Ranger Indoctrination Program (RIP), to the experience of war, there are few people as mentally and physically tough as Mickey. We are honored and grateful to have him our show. This is not an episode for the faint of heart as Mickey recounts some of the more gripping events of serving in the armed forces, and the great men and women he served with.

For this episode I had the opportunity to interview Tom Rini, the owner of Black Flag Athletics. Black Flag has die hard members and coaches who amplify the Black Flag message so loud I can hear it all the way in Australia, and they’re in Cleveland, Ohio. I’ve had the chance to coach a number of his coaches and members and they all have a such a solid mindset from their time at Black Flag.

Welcome to episode 56 of Uncharted Performance! This week we are returning to Black Flag Athletics to talk to Lindsey Kelly, Tom Rini, and Pete Nelson II. The topic of this discussion, as all three of our guests have extensive experience in, is coaching. We start off with learning why coaching is such a passion for them and how it helps them find fulfillment. As Tom puts it, it is an opportunity to give something of yourself and build a relationship with those you’re coaching that impacts the rest of their lives.  Lindsey, Pete and Tom describe their growth as coaches and give some useful advice on how others can evolve in this unique role. Learning from other coaches, developing good communication with clients of all different types and going out and getting that all important experience are just some of those critical skills. 

Episode 43 of Uncharted Performance welcomes back our old friends from the previous two-part mini-series Strength Summit (Part 1 and Part 2), Tom Rini and Lindsey Kelly of Black Flag Athletics, and Mark Valenti of Blind Dog Gym. When we thought we’ve covered it all when to comes to getting strong, there’s a lot more hiding behind the surface! In this episode we dig into our guests’ surprising reasons for first starting working out and training, discuss variables that can help promote longevity in gaining and maintaining strength, as well as some general advice from these seasoned athletes and coaches.  The pieces of advice that stand out the most? Don’t get stuck in single modality training, have one plan and commit to it, find what drives, you and seek out the best people at what they do to get to that goal.

Part 2 of the Strength Summit (Episode 32) is here! Tom Rini of Black Flag Athletics, Lindsey Nelson of Crossfit Distinction, and Mark Valenti of Blind Dog Gym return to dive right back into all things strength. Unlike the previous episode where we discussed the psychological and psycho-social approaches to developing strength, today is all about breaking down successful training programs and learning how we can implement them to help achieve our goals. Topics discussed include specific models of training, such as the conjugate method, how each of our panelists structures his/her own programming as well as how to troubleshoot plateaus. All three coaches have experiences in different fields of training but one thing they agree on is that while many programs work, the key to developing individual strength is to find what works for you.

Welcome to Season 4, Everyone! The Season of Strength. We’ve done something different for the premiere of this season and we hope you enjoy it. In this episode, Tom Rini of Blag Flag Athletics, Mark Valenti of Blind Dog Gym and Linsdey Nelson of Crossfit Distinction are going to discuss, as you probably guessed from the title, developing strength. We’ve given our guests a bit more freedom to explore the subject this time with minimal guidance and each of them has a very unique perspective on the topic. Strength is a composite of mental and physical attributes which Tom, Mark, and Lindsey will break down for us. A few things we’ll emphasize in this episode are the importance of the mental game, how to achieve the optimal mindset as well as how to choose the right environment for your goals, both inside and outside of the gym. Don’t miss Part 2 of the Strength Summit next week where we’ll break down the more technical approaches to strength development.

How often do you question your coach, boss, mentor, or any other authority figure? Probably not enough, if ever. There is often an underlying assumption that whenever we're given something to complete, be it a workout or a project, that there is an underlying basis for that task. But what is it and why? Enter Tom Rini of Black Flag Athletics for Episode 14 of Uncharted Performance. A highly accomplished veteran of the Strength and Conditioning game, Tom provides extensive insight to help us understand what we should be doing in the gym along with the foundational principles of why we are doing it. We shed light on appropriate movement patterns, how they are to be corrected and enhanced, how we can break through the limitations of CrossFit, and how as coaches we can prepare our athletes for success. Start asking, start questioning, start with why!