Best David Syvertsen Podcasts (2025)

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S06E207 Building A Stronger Bison Community 1:09:22

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The best gyms don’t just add classes; they build pathways. We brought all four Bison Fitness owners, David Syvertsen @davesy85, Adam Hawkinson @hawkabn, Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic and Mike DaSilva together to share how our community evolved from a single CrossFit track into a fuller system—without losing the camaraderie and push that made it special.…

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Draft Season | Chad Reuter and Offensive Risers and Sliders 55:19

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The guys talk about the biggest risers and sliders in the college football recently and discuss this past weekend’s, and upcoming, college games. :00 - Ohio State vs Penn State 8:30 - Quarterbacks 21:45 - Running backs 28:10 - Tight ends 34:50 - Wide receivers 42:25 - Offensive line 49:00 - Upcoming games this weekend See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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S6 E206 / The Start of a Crossfit Coach Journey 44:38

9d ago44:38

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We welcome Dan to the Thursday morning coaching role and unpack what it truly takes to run a room with care, structure, and humility. Movement quality, time management, and lifestyle discipline frame a bigger idea: sport and general fitness feed each other when the culture is right. • why timing, commitment and family readiness matter for coaching …

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Draft Season | 2025 Rookie Class Review 51:51

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The guys review the 2025 NFL rookie class through eight weeks of the season and discuss this past weekend’s college football games. :00 - Alabama vs South Carolina 5:15 - Ole Miss vs Oklahoma 7:40 - Day two wide receivers 12:45 - Rookie quarterbacks 17:40 - Rookie running backs 22:35 - Rookie tight ends 26:15 - Rookie wide receivers 32:20 - Rookie …

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DeFranco Fitness Test, Re-Done 45:39

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We audit a popular seven-event “fittest” test, surface its power bias, and offer a clearer, safer, and more complete way to measure broad fitness. We keep skills accessible, tighten standards, fix load ratios, and build a day that any serious gym can run. • defining fitness before testing it • why a mile run is not endurance • where single-rep powe…

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Draft Season | Mike Renner’s Top 50 51:04

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The guys discuss the their top position groups in college football and how high some of those players could be drafted in 2026. :00 - Games and news from last week 14:45 - Games coming up this weekend 16:45 - Mike Renner’s top 50 prospects See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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Crossfit Affiliate Ownership: Comfort within Discomfort 52:38

21d ago52:38

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We talk with longtime affiliate owner Tim Carroll about the real work behind running one gym, then three, and why delegation and culture are the only way to last. Hiring, pay, boundaries, and the hard talks you avoid until they cost you more come into focus. • shifting from workouts to business operations • building a repeatable coaching pipeline •…

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Draft Season | Position Group Rankings with David Syvertsen 35:20

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The guys discuss the their top position groups in college football and how high some of those players could be drafted in 2026. :00 - Offensive tackles 3:50 - Edge players 4:30 - Cornerbacks 6:50 - Off-ball linebackers 9:20 - Running backs 11:35 - Tight ends 14:30 - Wide receivers 17:50 - Quarterbacks 22:00 - Defensive tackles 24:32 - Safeties 26:1…

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CrossFit’s Identity Crisis 36:38

28d ago36:38

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We unpack what CrossFit means after a combined 26 years of affiliate ownership—community, business, and brand—and ask whether the new “hard work, no shortcuts” campaign reaches new people or just rallies the faithful. We explore missed partnerships, HYROX momentum, and a practical path forward built on prescriptive coaching and real member stories.…

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Sober Up - Path to Improved Health 38:50

1M ago38:50

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We talk with Rachel about choosing sobriety without a rock-bottom moment, how COVID habits quietly escalated, and why better sleep, calmer mornings, and stronger training made the change stick. Clear data, simple choices, and community support shape a confident new identity. • background, first steps into CrossFit, early intimidation • COVID escala…

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Draft Season | Crazy College Football Weekend with David Syvertsen 37:00

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The guys discuss the wild weekend of college football and talk about which players stood out in the biggest games. :00 - Ohio State vs Washington 9:42 - LSU vs Ole Miss 17:22 - Alabama vs Georgia 25:25 - Oregon vs Penn State See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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S06E202 From Chest Pain to Redefining Health 51:52

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Two CrossFit athletes share their harrowing experiences with heart attacks that occurred during or shortly after CrossFit workouts, revealing how cardiac events don't always present with typical symptoms. Scott Rossen and Mike McKinney offer raw, emotional accounts of their journeys from initial symptoms through hospitalization to their ongoing rec…

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Draft Season | Emerging Prospects with Dane Brugler 1:00:19

2M ago1:00:19

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The guys review this past weekend’s games, Dane Brugler reveals his favorite emerging prospects, and they preview this weekend’s big matchups. :00 - Recapping last weekend’s games 17:30 - Top 10 prospects 24:50 - Emerging prospects 52:20 - This weekend’s games See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Crossfit Games Season - What's Changing in 2026 43:19

2M ago43:19

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The CrossFit Games 2026 season announcement brings significant changes, most notably the return to 25% advancement from Open to Quarterfinals and the introduction of in-person semifinal opportunities for masters athletes. Sam and Dave discuss how these shifts could impact both elite competitors and everyday gym members while considering CrossFit's …

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Draft Season | Preseason Rankings: Defense 40:52

2M ago40:52

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline recap all of the college football games over the weekend, Tony gives his preseason rankings on defense, and they preview this weekend’s big matchups. :00 - Past weekend’s games 9:13 - Defensive tackles 12:50 - Defensive ends 18:05 - Edge and linebackers 26:20 - Defensive backs 33:20 - Week 4 preview See omnystudio.com…

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PWR: Nutrition Coaching For All 56:54

2M ago56:54

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Kelly and Kayla from Power Nutrition join us to discuss their approach to nutrition coaching that focuses on fueling both performance and everyday life, breaking free from diet culture mentality, and building sustainable habits that lead to lasting results. • Power Nutrition is built on three core principles: performance, wellness, and results • Bo…

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Draft Season | Preseason Rankings: Offense 32:26

2M ago32:26

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline recap all of the college football games over the weekend, Tony gives his preseason rankings on offense, and they preview this weekend’s big matchups. :00 - Illinois vs Duke 3:45 - Michigan vs Oklahoma 7:30 - Arizona State vs Mississippi State 9:40 - Quarterbacks 14:30 - Running backs 18:10 - Tight ends 20:00 - Wide re…

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Mind Over Matter: A CrossFit Games Master Athlete's Journey 52:11

2M ago52:11

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Coach David Syvertsen welcomes Bob Wallum, the eighth-ranked 35-39-year-old athlete in the world, fresh off the CrossFit Games in Columbus, Ohio. The conversation explores Wallum's journey from Bison coach to elite CrossFit Games competitor, diving into his competition experience, training philosophy, and mindset. • Competing alongside CrossFit leg…

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Draft Season | Week One Review 35:32

2M ago35:32

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline recap all of the college football games over the weekend and highlight some of the top players of the week. :00 - Texas vs Ohio State 10:15 - Alabama vs Florida State 13:35 - LSU vs Clemson 22:45 - Notre Dame vs Miami 27:25 - Auburn vs Baylor and Tennessee vs Syracuse 30:05 - Week two preview See omnystudio.com/listen…

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Draft Season | Drew Fabianich 44:03

3M ago44:03

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John Schmeelk is joined by the Executive Director of the Panini Senior Bowl and former NFL scout, Drew Fabianich, to talk about scouting for the entire NFL now, making the watch list of prospects for the Senior Bowl, and what teams to keep an eye on this year. :00 - College watch list 10:30 - Transfer portal chat 20:18 - NIL’s impact 27:00 - Older …

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Draft Season | Bruce Feldman’s Freaks List 42:16

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Draft Season is here! John Schmeelk is joined by The Athletic’s, Bruce Feldman, to discuss his 2025 Freaks List that highlights the most physically gifted players going into the college football season. :00 - Top of the list 8:00 - Defensive tackles 14:40 - Offensive linemen 17:30 - Wide receivers 23:50 - RBs and TEs 26:50 - LBs and CBs 35:30 - Big…

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QB Russell Wilson tells the story of his NFL debut 12:33

3M ago12:33

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Quarterback Russell Wilson speaks to the media after practice Wednesday at training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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S06E199 2025 ASBURY PARK Summer Games Recap 51:04

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Brian, owner of Asbury Park Summer Games, shares his journey from CrossFit athlete to competition organizer and his mission to preserve the event's legacy while building its future. His passion for inclusivity and community comes through as he reveals plans to weatherproof next year's competition, continue the three-day format, and create an experi…

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S06E198 Dark Week Revisited: When CrossFit Athletes Trust Their Fitness 28:23

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What happens when your CrossFit gym goes dark? Coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic dive deep into their CrossFit Bison's unique Dark Week experience – where workouts remain completely hidden until athletes walk through the door. They explores the fascinating psychological impact of removing workout previews. While some me…

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S06E197 From CrossFit Member to Coach - Coaches Keith Andrews and Tara Porfido on Learning to Lead the Herd 45:45

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What happens when passionate gym members step into coaching roles? In this revealing conversation, Coach David Syvertsen @davesy85 sits down with Coaches Keith Andrews @keithandrews1 and Tara Porfido @tporf – two CrossFit Bison members who successfully made the transition to becoming beloved coaches at the gym. The journey from workout partner to w…

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S06E196 Finding Strength Beyond Injury: Guest Dan Greenberg Tackling His First Hyrox Competition 39:46

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Ever wonder what it's like to tackle one of fitness's fastest-growing challenges alone? In this revealing conversation, CrossFit Bison member Dan Greenberg @danmg1128 takes host coach David Syvertsen @davesy85 through his journey of completing the Hyrox race as a solo competitor. What makes this story particularly remarkable is Dan's comeback from …

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S06E195 Conquering Hyrox: Two Working Moms Team Up: Ashley Syvertsen and Keren McKinney 48:07

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What does it take for two busy working moms to conquer one of the fastest-growing fitness challenges in the world? With host coach David Syvertsen @davesy85, Keren McKinney @kerenmckinney and Ashley Syvertsen @ashleyann522 pull back the curtain on their recent High Rocks race experience in New York City, revealing the reality behind the Instagram-w…

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S06E194 Special Guest State Wrestling Champion & CrossFit Athlete Francesca Gusfa 49:49

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What does it take to become the first state wrestling champion from your school in nearly 60 years? Today's guest, Francesca Gusfa @francescagusfa, joins coach David Syvertsen @davesy85 as she shares the remarkable journey that led her to make history at Ridgewood High School. Fresh off her state championship victory, 18-year-old Francesca opens up…

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S06E193 The First Month of Outlast: Conversations, Questions, and Connections 45:28

6M ago45:28

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From old locker rooms to a thriving fitness space – join coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic as they peel back the curtain on the first exciting month of our new gym Outlast Fitness @outlast_fitness, our newest venture located right in front of CrossFit Bison. The questions have been flooding in: Who is Outlast for? How d…

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S06E192 Movement Mastery: How Diverse Coaching Experience Creates Better Athletes with Special Guest Kristy Link 58:10

6M ago58:10

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Veteran coach Kristy Link returns to share her fascinating journey from CrossFit gym owner to golf fitness specialist, revealing how diverse coaching experiences create better, more adaptable coaches. Kristy begins by reflecting on her transition after selling Brazen CrossFit, one of New Jersey's original CrossFit gyms known for its distinctive go-…

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Draft Season | 2026 Look Ahead 52:28

6M ago52:28

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline look ahead to the 2026 draft class and discuss the strongest position groups. :00 - Strongest position groups 3:23 - Quarterbacks 15:50 - Running backs 18:37 - Wide receivers 24:00 - Tight ends 25:45 - Offensive line 31:45 - Defensive line 38:25 - Linebackers 42:22 - Defensive backs See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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S05E191 The Art and Science of Coaching Excellence with Guest Michael DelaTorre 38:50

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Veteran CrossFit coach Michael DelaTorre @thecoachmiked joins the coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic to share wisdom gleaned from coaching an estimated 15,000 classes across multiple facilities. This conversation dives deep into the evolving nature of coaching across different environments—from young professionals in urb…

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Draft Season | AFC Draft Review 49:33

7M ago49:33

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline discuss every team in the AFC’s draft classes, the biggest surprises, and the strongest position groups. :00 - AFC West 9:00 - AFC North 27:17 - AFC South 35:32 - AFC East 44:25 - Draft superlatives See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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Draft Season | NFC Draft Review 46:34

7M ago46:34

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline discuss every team in the NFC’s draft classes, the biggest surprises, and the strongest position groups. :00 - NFL Draft surprises 3:00 - NFC West 14:10 - NFC South 25:07 - NFC North 35:17 - NFC East See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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S06E190 Breaking New Ground: The Outlast Fitness Revolution with Guest Michael DelaTorre 38:36

7M ago38:36

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Imagine a fitness program that challenges you daily, that builds strength without sacrificing longevity, and creates a space where both seasoned athletes and newcomers feel equally at home. That's exactly what coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic and guest coach Michael DelaTorre @thecoachmiked are creating with Outlast @o…

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Draft Season | Round One Recap 34:04

7M ago34:04

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline discuss every pick in the first round of the NFL Draft, including the Giants picks of Abdul Carter and Jaxson Dart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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Draft Season | Final Mock Draft 57:07

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline go through the entire first round of the NFL Draft and make picks based on team needs and best player available. :00 - Picks 1-8 15:10 - Picks 9-16 26:06 - Picks 17-24 35:56 - Picks 25-32 45:30 - Giants second round pick See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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S06E189 Bison Spirit Awards and Discussing CrossFit's Video Scoring Dilemma 48:07

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The CrossFit Open typically shines a spotlight on elite athletes, but what about the everyday heroes who truly define a CrossFit community? Coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic take us behind the scenes of the Bison Beast Awards – their gym's annual recognition of members who embody CrossFit's spirit beyond the leaderboard…

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Draft Season | Emails, Sleepers and 1st Round Grades 1:00:40

7M ago1:00:40

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline give grades to day one prospects at each position, discuss the biggest sleepers in the draft, and take questions from fans. :00 - 1st Round Grades 12:55 - Sleepers 32:50 - Fan questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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Draft Season | Top 10 Defensive Rankings 56:24

7M ago56:24

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline give some updates on pro days and discuss the top 10 defensive prospects in each position group in the draft. :00 - Pro day updates 5:44 - Defensive linemen 19:34 - Edge players 33:34 - Linebackers 39:18 - Cornerbacks 46:24 - Safeties 52:18 - Defensive class overview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information…

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S06E188 The Coaching-Competing Balancing Act: Individual vs Coaching Goals with Guest Bobby Wallum 38:02

7M ago38:02

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What happens when your passion for coaching collides with your desire to compete at the highest level? In this raw and revealing conversation, coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85, Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic and Bobby Wallum @bigbobbybowwow tackle the universal struggle of balancing personal athletic aspirations with professional coaching responsibiliti…

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Draft Season | Top 10 Offensive Rankings 44:06

8M ago44:06

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline give some updates on pro days and discuss the top 10 offensive prospects in each position group in the draft. :00 - Pro day updates 3:00 - Quarterbacks 15:02 - Running backs 23:00 - Wide receivers 34:00 - Tight ends 37:49 - Offensive line See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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S06E187: The Coach's Journey: Special Guest Bobby Wallum Joins CrossFit Bison 38:37

8M ago38:37

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What transforms a self-conscious teenager into an elite CrossFit athlete and coach? Bobby Wallum's @bigbobbybowwow journey began with a single moment during a pickup football game. That night, he asked his father for weightlifting equipment for Christmas—a request that would change his life forever. Fast forward through years of bodybuilding and a …

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Draft Season | Mock Draft & Pro Day Update 54:30

8M ago54:30

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline go through every pick in the first round of the NFL Draft, discuss each team’s biggest positional needs, and give updates on college pro days. :00 - Pro day updates 6:15 - Picks 1-8 14:55 - Picks 9-16 24:11 - Picks 17-24 34:36 - Picks 25-32 43:18 - Final thoughts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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S06E186: As CrossFit Goes Up For Sale, What Does It Mean For The Rest of Us? 43:11

8M ago43:11

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The CrossFit ecosystem stands at a pivotal crossroads. With Open registrations down roughly 30% and the company officially up for sale, the community finds itself questioning what comes next for the brand that revolutionized fitness worldwide. In this candid conversation, coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic break down the…

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Draft Season | Updated Team Needs 54:09

8M ago54:09

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline ago through every pick in the first round of the NFL Draft and discuss each team’s biggest positional needs. :00 - Pro day updates 4:32 - Picks 1-8 18:45 - Picks 9-16 30:30 - Picks 17-24 39:38 - Picks 25-32 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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S06E185 CrossFit Open 2025: Analyzing Workout Design and Age Group Scaling Challenges 39:16

8M ago39:16

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You've completed the CrossFit Open 2025, but do you truly understand what each workout was testing? Coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic dive deep into the methodology behind this year's programming, revealing insights that could transform your approach to training. The first workout wasn't just about lunges and dumbbell m…

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S06E184: The Mental Game: Competing Beyond the Numbers with Special Guest Dan Coda 34:06

8M ago34:06

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Are you facing the challenges of competing as an aging athlete? This episode dives deep into the world of CrossFit through the eyes of seasoned competitors, revealing how mindset, community, and personal goals can shape your fitness journey, no matter your age. Join coach David Syvertsen @davesy85 as he chats with Dan Coda @dannehnj, an accomplishe…

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Draft Season | Combine Recap 2:09:06

9M ago2:09:06

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline recap the 2025 NFL Combine. :00 - Overall Takeaways 9:50 - Defensive Line 20:00 - Defensive Backs 31:15 - Quarterbacks and Tight Ends 39:00 - Wide Receivers 53:20 - Offensive Line See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants

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Draft Season | Combine Preview 43:23

9M ago43:23

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John Schmeelk and Tony Pauline preview the 2025 NFL Combine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By New York Giants