Building Better People

Amanda Hager shares her story on the podcast today. Amanda is very intentional about the way she is raising her daughter and she shares about it in her interview. Probably the best part is at the end so you have to listen to this one all the way through! She has an incredible story and it is very encouraging. Enjoy!

We have another couple on the podcast today. Kody was actually one of my personal training clients back in the day (2007) when I was at the Aggieland Fitness Dome. He has since married Kayla and they have a son named Colton. Kody joined CSCF in May of 2016 and Kayla joined in November 2016. They share how the dynamic was with one person doing crossfit and the other one wasn't. Kayla was doing classes at the Dome and felt like she was getting good workouts until she attended her first crossfit class :) She shares about the difference between crossfit and what she was doing before. They have both seen major results and they share these on the podcast. You will be inspired by their story, enjoy!

Dustin Campbell has lost 40 pounds in the last 11 months! He shares about the struggle he faced to find motivation to workout. It has taken him three years to get to a point where he doesn't think twice about working out 5 days a week. He actually likes coming to the gym compared to a couple years ago when he didn't even want to know the workout because him knowing might influence his decision to not come. He speaks about the "Power of Habit" and how reading that book helped him make working out a habit. After making working out a habit he was able to focus on his nutrition which led him to lose the 40 pounds. This story will inspire you, enjoy!

If you need some guidance on your diet this is the perfect episode to listen to. I kicked off a fitness challenge for one of my personal training clients this week and this is the nutrition seminar. This episode is full of motivation and the basics when it comes to nutrition. In this seminar I give you the 3 rules to "enroll" your metabolism to start working for you. So if you feel that your metabolism isn't working these days listen to this seminar. It is very simple to follow and making one change after listening could make a huge difference in your health!

In this episode we talk about how to continue doing CrossFit as you age. Ken (48), Chris (41) and I (35) have been doing CrossFit for several years now and all managed to come back stronger from injuries. We discuss the importance of training smart to prevent injury and how to approach workouts with longevity in mind. CrossFit can be done for a lifetime if you approach it the right way. Listen for wisdom and guidance so you can continue to get better and prevent injury in the gym. These guys know their stuff, enjoy!

This week I interview, CSCF coach, Selina Stasi. You will learn so much about Selina in this episode. She has a passion and purpose for spreading health and fitness to the world. So much that she has spent the last decade of her life educating and preparing herself to do so. Selina is making a difference in the world and will continue to do so. This episode will inspire you to make a difference in your health and the lives of those around you. Enjoy!

If you missed last weeks nutrition seminar at the gym you can listen to it here. In this seminar I dive into the topic of nutrient timing. There is a critical window before, during and after you workout that you must be aware of if your goal is performance and overall health. Enjoy!

You will be inspired by hearing Danni share her fitness journey on the podcast. She has simply committed herself to eating healthy and being consistent in the gym. Danni has accomplished what most people wish to do and she shares exactly how she did it. She's a mom of two little kiddos and faces the same challenges we all do. Listen to this episode and find out how she has lost 17 pounds in the last 8 months and hit an all time low of 12% body fat! 

***Special Edition Podcast*** My sweet little girl turns 5 today (August 27th) and she really wanted me to interview her for the podcast. So of course I did :) This is the cutest interview to date! It's short but you get a glimpse of how precious this little girl is. I hope you enjoy hearing Cate share her fitness journey. Happy birthday Cate, I love you so much!

Ryan Farrell is alive today by a miracle. He shares on the podcast about his heart attack in great detail. He was only 34 years old when it happened. His unhealthy lifestyle caught up with him and this was enough to scare him into turning his life completely around. This is an amazing story! You will be glad you listened. 

Cristal Pina was turning 30 in July and back in January made a goal to lose 30 pounds by her 30th birthday. CrossFit has been a big part of her journey. After four years of having a membership at a regular gym (and never going) she joined College Station CrossFit and in the first month she went more times than the four years previously. She also talks about some of the key nutrition changes she made to help her lose weight. You will get so much from Cristal's story, enjoy!

Samanatha Meister shares her fitness journey on the podcast today. In 2010 she decided it was time for a change and attended a boot camp with a friend. She went on to lose 40 pounds! A couple years later she mustered the courage to walk into a CrossFit gym and has been doing CrossFit ever since. Her story is powerful and inspiring, enjoy! 

Jessie and Dusty Lee started their fitness journeys separately but 6 months ago joined College Station CrossFit together. On the podcast they share how much more connectivity this one thing has added to their marriage. This is a fun interview packed with motivation. You will just love hearing their story along with the comments each one makes to the other :) ENJOY!

Dallas Cooper is one of the friendliest guys I know. He shares his fitness journey on the podcast today which includes having to take some time off after a back injury a few years ago. I think his story will speak to anyone who has ever had doubt after suffering from an injury. Dallas has learned how important it is to take care of his body before and after workouts. People often neglect these areas because they are in a hurry to leave or they arrive late to class. Listen to Dallas on the podcast today and learn how to avoid injury or come back from an injury.

Shelbie Hebert is on the podcast today and her story has much to do with the birth of her son, Case. Her story is so inspiring and real. You may need a box of tissues to get through this one. Not to worry, they will be tears of joy. Shelbie is an inspiration in the gym and a great example of a faithful servant to the Lord.