Craig Hoffman is joined by Dr. Helen Hsu , the Lead Outreach Specialist, Staff Psychologist, Asian American specialist, and lecturer at Stanford University. They discuss how mental health is discussed in the public sphere in light of Antonio Brown's outburst to end his Tampa Bay Buccaneers career. They then dive into the intersection of mental health and physical fitness. They talk about how to set and work towards healthy goals. Plus, they talk about how trainers can talk to clients about menta...
Jan 24, 2022•40 min
Craig Hoffman heads to Sport & Health Capitol Hill to talk with Explosive Performance Site Director, longtime friend and former colleague Razonte Dunn. Razonte shares his remarkable story from lost high school football player and teen father through his roller coaster college experience and how ultimately everything came together perfectly in his current role. The guys also talk about how Razonte's transition from athlete to coach can be a model for others and the things he's learned to be s...
Jan 17, 2022•40 min
Craig Hoffman is joined by Cut Seven coaches Marcus Lowe and Clarence Stanfield to talk about their journeys from Corporate America and the public education system respectfully to full-time fitness professionals. The guys all discuss how and why they transitioned into making their livings in fitness, what anyone considering making that leap should consider and the things they've learned along the way. Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . Follow Craig at @craig_hoffman , Marcus at ...
Jan 10, 2022•56 min
The TWTB annual holiday mailbag was slightly delayed, but it persevered nonetheless! Craig Hoffman is joined by guest co-host Natalie Kollars (EXOS // ChefNatsKitchen.com ) to answer listener and follower questions about training, training careers, nutrition and more! Craig and Nat answer in-depth before hitting a round of rapid fire to close the pod. Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . Follow Craig at @craig_hoffman and Natalie at @NatalieKollars . The Train With The Best Podcas...
Jan 05, 2022•57 min
New York Times opinion columnist Jane Coaston joins Craig Hoffman to talk about her reporting on the sports and fitness worlds. Jane, who trains in Washington DC with Craig, talks about the Oregon track story and how some of the abuses of the fitness industry cross over into sports training, especially in women's sports. Craig and Jane also talk about finding happiness in and outside of fitness and some of the barriers to fitness that keep people from finding that happiness. Need a holiday gift?...
Dec 13, 2021•46 min
Craig Hoffman welcomes former NFL Tight End, current personal trainer and his co-host on the Washington Football Pregame Show Logan Paulsen to the podcast to talk about his transition from playing to training. The guys then dive into training and how Logan uses the force-velocity curve to guide his training and adjusts it for athletes of all ages and abilities. They also talk about how the chase for a better way to maximize that training led to him creating the KATN machine he's bringing to mark...
Dec 06, 2021•31 min
Craig Hoffman and guest host Wes Dunning (Healthy Baller/Rockville, MD) talk about marrying strength training and skill development. Wes -- a former D1 basketball player at Hampton -- talks about his experience both as an athlete and as a strength coach in finding the balance of on-court/on-field training and work in the weight room. The guys start with establishing a few principles that guide the rest of the conversation while also giving a few important questions trainers can ask their clients...
Nov 30, 2021•39 min
Craig Hoffman welcomes his fiancée and [solidcore] Senior Master Coach Rachel Sandler to the podcast to talk about what they've learned from each other in their respective parts of the fitness world. They talk about how empathy and motivation can be tied together and how they are fed differently in group and individual settings. They also talk about the value of differing expertise, how athletes can benefit from multiple forms of training and how coaches can learn from one set of experiences to ...
Nov 22, 2021•38 min
Fresh off their first corporate presentation together, Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres recap their two days with [solidcore]'s training team. The guys summarize key points of the presentation including why principles were favored over methods and why that thought process is favored for success across business. Plus, they talk about Chris's first experience taking class, what they learned from [solidcore]'s training team and more. Check out our new merch! TrainWithTheBest21.com/shop Follow the sho...
Nov 01, 2021•29 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres are joined by 2x Olympian and YouTube star Nick Symmonds. The guys talk about how Nick started his YouTube channel and has grown it to have over 500,000 subscribers. Nick shares how he's built his team, the criteria that they use to create a video and how it all comes together on the back end to be a successful business. Nick also talks with Craig and Chris about his 12 year pro running career, from D3 standout to American Champion in the 800m and how he was able t...
Oct 25, 2021•50 min
Craig Hoffman chats with trainer, fitness model, wellness coach and great friend of the pod Monica Jones. The pair of friends talk about Monica's journey from lost college student to ascending fitness star and the foundational principles and people that helped sustain her along the way. They discuss how a refusal to compromise has continued to evolve her career and how being open to receiving help kept the door open to receiving opportunities. Plus, they talk about Monica's new podcast with Unde...
Oct 18, 2021•48 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk about corrective exercise. What is it? How is it used? What sequences are best to problem solve when someone has a limitation or injury? Chris draws a comparison to the classic Verizon commercials to discuss. We promise it makes sense! Check out our new merch! TrainWithTheBest21.com/shop Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . Follow Craig at @craig_hoffman and Chris at @trainergorres . We have a brand new code with our friends at Momentous! Use th...
Oct 11, 2021•40 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk about the ongoing reckoning in women's soccer, specifically in the NWSL, in the wake of The Athletic's story of abuse by Paul Riley. Craig and Chris talk about what they've seen working inside the sport at all levels in both their training and media roles and why the one common theme seems to be people taking advantage of the athletes. On a very different and much happier note, the guys talk about Craig's engagement and their celebration dinner the night after...
Oct 04, 2021•32 min
Three-time Paralympic gold medalist and multiple world record holder Nick Mayhugh joins the show to talk about his incredible journey to the top of disabled athlete track & field. Nick shares how despite his elite athleticism, he felt something was off in his left side as a youth before a seizure forced a diagnosis when he was 14. He also tells Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres about his journey from D1 soccer player to track athlete and why advocating for his community is so important to him a...
Sep 20, 2021•46 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres are joined by 2016 Paralympic Gold Medalist Abby Dunkin. The trio dives into Abby's story from her able-bodied youth through her physical ailments that left her wheelchair bound by the end of high school and how basketball helped save her life. Plus, they talk about her advocacy as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, her decision to retire and become a personal trainer and how she's re-adapting to life as an able-bodied athlete as she's recovered in the last two year...
Sep 13, 2021•39 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk about a topic that typically isn't on either of their radars: distance running. Craig talks about his preparation for the upcoming SeaWheeze 10k with lululemon and how part of his strategy is training for speed, so that the race itself takes less time. Plus, Chris tells the story of his one and only half-marathon and what it has to do with Deangelo Hall's four interception day against the Chicago Bears. Craig and Chris also talk about babies. Yes, babies. Chec...
Sep 07, 2021•37 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk about taking a career leap on the heels of Craig announcing his move to the PHYT Collective. The guys talk about factors that play into the decision to leave a big box gym. They also talk about the benefits of starting in corporate fitness. Lastly they give some tips, tricks and safety mechanisms if a trainer is thinking about going out on his or her own. Check out our new merch! TrainWithTheBest21.com/shop Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . F...
Aug 23, 2021•32 min
After a week of vacation, Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres are back to talk about...vacation! In an industry that is not very time-off friendly, what are the best ways to get away? From the business logistics to maximizing the personal recharge, Craig and Chris cover it all. Plus, Chris visits DC for his first field day and the guys answer some Instagram questions. Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . Follow Craig at @craig_hoffman and Chris at @trainergorres . We have a brand new c...
Aug 16, 2021•34 min
Therabody founder Jason Wersland joins Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres to talk about the company's latest growth, including the Recovery Air and Power Dot products. The guys talk about how Therabody acquired those two products and how they can be enhanced by focusing on the mind while in use. They also dive deeper into how Therabody products and similar treatment can affect mental health, how Dr. J is handling his semi-celebrity status and more! Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 ....
Aug 02, 2021•45 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres have an intimate conversation on mental health. After Chris shared his recent, internal battle publicly the week prior the long time friends expand on what he's been through, is going through and some of the larger forces and factor at play. Both men share their experiences managing mental health, going public with struggles and how they see parallels existing between treating mental and physical health. Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . Follow Cr...
Jul 26, 2021•35 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres discuss the upcoming 2020 Olympic Games ini Tokyo, taking place in 2021 of course, and the challenges they'll present to particularly the American athletes. They discuss changing time zones, temperature profiles and the rigors of Olympic competition. Plus, they talk about getting old after Craig did a little too much this week. Despite their discussion, Chris still thinks he could get a first down in the NFL. Hilarity ensues, so don't fast forward through the begin...
Jul 19, 2021•36 min
After a week off, Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres return to talk about...everything under the sun. First, they recap their visit to the Washington Spirit vs Chicago Red Stars match and talk about the growth of the NWSL and women's soccer. Then, they talk about Craig's new workouts in DC: Field Day. Craig and Chris talk about what makes these workouts different, why people like them so much and some of the unknown benefits to training like an athlete. Finally, the guys talk about the new NIL rules...
Jul 13, 2021•44 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres discuss the importance of athletic testing for clients of all kinds. What kinds of tests are worth doing? How should they be framed? What qualifies as a test and how does all of this change for individuals based on their needs and athletic demands? Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . Follow Craig at @craig_hoffman and Chris at @trainergorres . To truly Train With The Best , check out the new TWTB Programming on TrainHeroic here and use the code POD ...
Jun 28, 2021•32 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres convene for an episode on conditioning. From athletes to general population clients, every clients' needs are different so how do the TWTB guys approach that element of training? What are the most common mistakes and what strategies are best to maximize efficacy? Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . Follow Craig at @craig_hoffman and Chris at @trainergorres . To truly Train With The Best , check out the new TWTB Programming on TrainHeroic here and us...
Jun 21, 2021•41 min
Lorenzo Alexander joins Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres to discuss their new off-season training program for high school and college football players. Chris and Lorenzo talk about the discussions that led to the project before diving into what they wanted to accomplish in creating it. The trio then discusses how athletes will be challenged physically and mentally by the program and why both are necessary not only to succeed on the field, but off it. They also spend some quality time on Lorenzo's ...
Jun 14, 2021•35 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk hamstrings. Why are they so injury prone? Why does re-injury occur so often? What are ways to prevent both of those things? They dive into the biomechanics and give their best explanations as to why these muscles are such a unique challenge for athletes. They also talk about continuing to return to normal, including Craig's trip to the Washington Spirit home opener and the pending return of Global Squad for Chris this summer. Follow the show on Instagram: @tra...
Jun 07, 2021•31 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres venture to [solidcore]'s Tyson's Corner, VA studio to meet with CEO Bryan Myers. They discuss Myers's background from childhood to a Vice President at Sweetgreen before making the jump to [solidcore]. They then discuss the challenges he faces running one of the country's most unique boutique fitness brands and where he wants to take the company both near and long-term. Plus, Bryan talks about who he is as a black, gay man has shaped and informed how he leads and ho...
May 31, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Chris Gorres opens up about some recent conversations he's had with clients, including those who have suffered re-injury. He and Craig Hoffman dive into why Chris was feeling down on himself and how a conversation with Joanna Boyles helped set him straight. They talk more generally about how good trainers invest in their clients, but also have to balance that with the reality that they cannot control everything and when . They discuss strategies to find that balance and how doing so is essential...
May 24, 2021•33 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres talk about focus in training and athletic settings, framed by the book The Inner Game of Tennis. The guys discuss how to maximize the senses to both concentrate on the task at hand and keep distractions at bay. This goes from drill settings to creating strategies for doing so in game settings. They also talk about the concept in regards to a workout they did with fellow fit pros in DC earlier in the week. Follow the show on Instagram: @trainwiththebest21 . Follow C...
May 17, 2021•36 min
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres are joined by Jim Cherneski, founder of TRUsox, to discuss how and why he invented the revolutionary product. After a detailed telling of the origin story, Jim shares what makes the product so effective, how it could change sports and some of the struggles he's had along the way. Craig and Chris also talk about keeping things fresh with clients, including Craig's "Meathead May" as well as DK Metcalf's attempt to qualify for the Olympic trials in the 100m. To truly ...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 7 min
