Beyond the Barbell

This week we sit down with 6 time WEC lightweight champion Urijah Faber. We talk training, business, and staying positive with the former champ. He breaks down just what it takes to keep going up.

Mark Bell, accomplished powerlifter and inventor of the Sling Shot, comes in studio to talk about a taboo subject in most athletic circles; steroids. Miranda Oldroyd becomes our first ever call in guest as she jumps in and talks about all her haters.

We sit down with Regional Athlete Ashley Beaver and talk with her about life as a blogger, avid CrossFitter, and even living with a bunch of other athletes.

CEO and Co-Founder of RP Strength Nick Shaw talks nutrition and what you are probably doing wrong with your food.

Ben Alderman, 4x Regional Competitor, and Blair Morrison, multiple time Games competitor, sit down with three hungry up and coming CrossFit athletes. Ben and Blair talk to them about what makes them tick and why they will be different from the thousands of other athletes trying to get to the next level.

With the Pope in town, #BenandBlair take on the sensitive topic of religion in sports. Ben, outspoken about his faith offers answers to the less religious Blair. The conversation turns from Religion to off-season practices and what you need to do to stay on track to the next level.

That’s right, after 2 Weeks, BEYOND THE BARBELL is back for Season 2… We talk about where Blair’s been, and why he didn’t take us. Having a baby, Cliff jumping, Ben & Blair break up over Crossfit Team Series, and Ben recaps his rehab and how he feels now 60 days post-op. Thank you for always listening! Remember to Rate & Review the podcast on iTunes.

Guido Trinidad and Steve Suarez, owners & creators of WODAPALOOZA shares what it takes to put on the largest fittest event of the year. Wodapalooza showcases nearly 1,000 athletes, and brings in over 5,000 spectators. Oh, and did we mention, it’s in Miami, on the water! Guido & Steve share what’s going to happen in 2016, and what exactly it takes to put on an event that large.

ORION MELEHAN & AARON HINDE of LifeAID Beverage Co. (FitAID) sit down and discuss business in the Crossfit world. How starting a business takes 100% dedication and risk. Also lots of laughs and jokes with Ben & Blair as you learn more about what it takes to make a beverage drink stand out among the rest! – Check out FitAID: http://drinkfitaid.com/

TONY BLAUER is a name you may or may not know. The brains behind the SPEAR System, and Crossfit Defense. Tony not only shares knowledge on how to survive a fight but how to conquer fear. Fear of the WOD, Fear of failing a lift, a lot of straight fire on today’s episode!

The Games Are Over, which means we need to talk about What the heck happened! Is Ben Smith really the fittest man on Earth? Is Icelandic women going to conquer Crossfit? And what the heck happened to Team Norcal! All the juice, gossip & instagram questions. Episode brought to you by PROGENEX Get their new protein bar, it’s delicious! http://www.progenexUSA.com

Alec Smith & Adam Klink, 3X Regional Competitors, dish all the dirt on training with the 2015 Crossfit Games champion, Ben Smith. Learn what’s driving him to the top of the podium, and what’s in store for Alec & Adam in 2016…Oh and they’re doing this episode while eating

“the” Andrea Ager joins Ben & Blair at the 2015 Crossfit Games to talk about the field of competitors, what it takes to get to the Games, and shares stories of being on the road during her AGER BOMB seminars. You can learn more about Andrea Ager at theandreaager.com Thank you to PROGENEX for bringing us to the Crossfit Games Recover The Right Way – progenexusa.com

Crossfit’s Power Couple KELLY & JULIET STARRETT Share their big news about Stand Up Kids, and the powerful movement they’ve started to get Stand Up Desks in Elementary Schools. Kelly answers your instagram questions, and about how the future of our Crossfit Kids will really change the tone of fitness and health in America. standupkids.org mobilitywod.com This Episode Brought to You buy PROGENEX http://www.progenexUSA.com

Annie Sakamoto, one of the original Nasty Girls, and “Grandmothers of Crossfit” (Ben’s words, not anyone elses) shares her stories of how Crossfit got started, being apart of the first ever gym with Greg Glassman, and what it’s like training for the Crossfit Games only 1 year away from being a Masters athlete.