Ep 145: Steph "The Hammer" Roach
Adaptive Athlete & CrossFit Coach Steph "The Hammer" Roach joins us to discuss whats going on in her life and all things CrossFit.

Adaptive Athlete & CrossFit Coach Steph "The Hammer" Roach joins us to discuss whats going on in her life and all things CrossFit.
CrossFit Games Athlete Dani Speegle joins us to discuss her 2nd place finish in the CrossFit Games Quarterfinals. This episode brought to you by @taxesonline #1040taxchallenge
Scott Brits from Battle Cancer joins us to share what his charity is doing in the fight against disease. This episode brought to you by @taxesonline #1040taxchallenge
In this episode we discuss the CrossFit Open, the changes to quarterfinals and semifinals, Dave Castros role as director of the CF Games, drug testing, and suggestions for Niki's baby's name. This episode brought you by @taxesonline #1040challenge
CrossFit Games athlete Jacob Heppner joins us to discuss his retirement from competitive CrossFit, his new training barn, his work with teen athletes, new business ventures, and some hints to his new sporting pursuits. This episode brought to you by 1040.com and the 1040 Challenge
Syn Martinez, creator of AFROBRUTALITY joins us to discuss his history with CrossFit, his relationship with Puma, what he sees on on in the community and what is next for him and his brand.
Ben Dzwulski of WODPREP joins us to discuss the CrossFit Open so far and what to expect physically and mentally moving forward.
In this episode we discuss the community reaction to Mat Frasers appearance on the Joe Rogan podcast as well as our opinion. Additionally we are joined by the two newest members of Team Mayhem Andrea Nisler & Taylor Williamson. This episode is brought to you by UCAN & WODPROOF
Karl Eagleman from Whiteboard Daily joins us to discuss tips and advice to get you thru 21.1. This episode brought to you by GENUCAN
Just a good old fashioned John & Niki episode and Niki has some exciting personal news. This episode brought to you by Airwaav
CrossFit Level 4 Flowmaster Chuck Carswell joins the show this week. Chuck is a CrossFit Games Judge, Holds basically every certification CrossFit has to offer, works on the seminar staff and has been with CrossFit since almost the very beginning. Chuck chatted with us about his journey through CrossFit and his impact on the CF Scholarship program. This episode is brought to you by UCAN
Kara Saunders joined us to chat about her Games Training, her life as a new mom as well as how she manages to juggle all of that and a run a business. It was a fun and amazing conversation. This episode brought to you by: The Ready State UCAN
CrossFit Games Athlete James Newbury joins us to discuss his Olympic Bobsled training, what he's focused on within CrossFit, and what the future looks like for him. This episode brought to you by AIRWAAV
The guest this week is CrossFit Content Creator Armen Hammer. We spent time discussing his new baby on the way as well as all thing CrossFit Open. This episode brought to you by Emergent Mindset
EC Synkowski, creator of the 800g Challenge and podcast host of The Consistency Project joins us to discuss all things nutrition and CrossFit. This episode brought to you by Emergent Mindset
If you follow CrossFit content on YouTube then you are likely a fan of the very popular channel "Team Richey" featuring the very funny and talented Craig Richey and Jasmine Cabourn. They not only produce amazing and fun content but also own the HSTL Made brand that you likely see at every CF event ever. We had a chance to catch up with them about how they are handling the lockdown in the UK and all they fun stuff they are working on. This episode is brought to you by Emergent Mindset
Matt O'Keefe, President of Loud & Live Sports joins us to discuss the sport of CrossFit and where he sees live competition going. We also got some BIG NEWS on Wodapalooza in this episode as well as spent time discussing his many relationships within the sport including the 5x defending champion. This episode is brought to you by Emergent Mindset
CrossFit CEO joined us on the podcast to discuss the current state of CrossFit. He gave us his thoughts on how his journey as been since taking over, obstacles and challenges he has faced in his personal life, and the new Open format and how he approaches the Open personally. He also gave us the scoop on the hire of the new Chief Technology officer as well as spent some time discussing his thoughts around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the CrossFit Community. This episode brought to you...
Niki and I take questions from our Patreon group. This episode brought to you by AIRWAAV
Dr. Kelly Starrett joins the show to discuss the most recent video posted by Fitness Guru Jillian Michaels, where she outlines why she doesn't understand CrossFit and how it is designed only for the "elite athlete". Kelly presents out counter argument why CrossFit is great for the masses.
4x CrossFit Games Athlete Tim Paulson joins us to discuss what life as a new father is like, the experience of childbirth during Covid, and how he is balancing his "new normal" with his training. This episode brought to you by AIRWAAV
Haley comes back on the show to discuss her CrossFit Games experience, handcare maintenance, her most recent trip skydiving, and her plans for the holidays. This episode brought to you by: WODProof AIRWAAV FLEO Shorts
In this episode Saxon Panchik joins us to discuss his experience on the CrossFit Games Demo Team and his thoughts on the Games as a whole. This episode brought to you by: AIRWAAV FLEO Shorts WODProof
OG Crossfit games Athlete Neal Maddox joins the show to discuss what is going on in his life, gym, and training. We chatted about the current climate and changes in crossFit plus he shares life lessons he has learned throughout his CrossFit journey. This episode brought to you by: AIRWAAV Fleo Shorts
My guest this week is Athena "Bean" Perez who is the author of "Lifting the Wait" and owner of "Scaled Nation CrossFit". We spend time in this episode discussing the challenges of scaled athletes and how proper coaching and guidance can help them adapt to CrossFit in a way that makes them feel comfortable and welcome.
In this episode Niki and John discuss the best gift ideas for the CrossFitter in your life. We also had the opportunity to chat with Dr. Dena Garner from Airwaav Performance Mouthpiece about a new product that improves endurance, strength, and recovery.
Kelsey Kiel joins us to discuss her training for the US Olympic bobsled Team. This episode brought to you by Fleo Shorts
Inclusion RX'd special guest is Erick Hudson. Erick a L2 CrossFit Coach and content creator for the IG page and YouTube channel @constantlyvariedfitness
CrossFit Games athlete, 3rd fittest woman in the world, and fittest American woman Kari Pearce joins us on the show to discuss her 2020 CrossFit Games experience.
CrossFit Games Athlete and LEGEND Josh Bridges joins us on the show to discuss his new podcast "Checkin' In", his YouTube Page @Josh Bridges , his coffee "Good Dudes Coffee" and everything else under the sun from his years competing to his knee surgery to the time he sold long distance.