Train With the Best Podcast

Craig and Chris talk about the LA Chargers player who is suing his trainer following his PED suspension, and why it's important for trainers to stay in their lanes. Plus, the guys answer a listener question about keeping clients accountable when their motivation drops. Chis also explains why he is moving the Onyx mentorship weekend to February, and tells the story of why he committed to Cornell as an 18 year old. The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig travels to Phoenix to talk with Joel Sanders of EXOS about coaching and cueing. What makes a good cue, and how does Joel execute those cues in large, group settings? Plus, Craig and Chris discuss their strategies to most effectively work with groups and individuals. For more information on Onyx Elite Mentorship Weekend, click here: www.trainergorres.com/store/gxxoze7z…aeibn6x9i7fii8 The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris discuss the ESPN+ series "Enahnced" which dives into how human beings learn. They take a deep dive into how to apply this knowledge, balancing maximizing needed skills and ensuring balance to keep an athlete balanced. Plus, the guys talk about some basic nutrition strategies for athletes and general population clients. Their discussion was sparked by a Washington Post article about feeding the Redskins, which you can read here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/redskins/875-pounds-of-fish-54-dozen-eggs-and-a-kombucha-machine-a-week-feeding-an-nfl-team/2018/08/28/4e5e0d36-aada-11e8-a8d7-0f63ab8b1370_story.html?utm_term=.7ec261c73c1b For more information on Onyx Elite Mentorship Weekend, click here: www.trainergorres.com/store/gxxoze7z…aeibn6x9i7fii8 The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris discuss the tragedy at The University of Maryland that caused the death of 19-year-old Jordan McNair. They talk about why the culture contributed to a flawed plan that had tragedy as a far too likely result. Plus, the guys announced the full details of the Onyx Elite Mentorship weekend and why fans are wrong to blame an NFL training staff for their team's injuries. For more information on the Onyx Elite weekend, click here: http://www.trainergorres.com/store/gxxoze7zmmfzn7dqaeibn6x9i7fii8 The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris discuss the advancements in fitness education, including a special announcement from Chris on an upcoming opportunity. The guys chop up what makes for a worthwhile educational opportunity and what's needed in the space all from Onxy headquarters in Richmond, VA. The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris recap Chris's time at Global Squad in PA and launching RaptorFit at Vertimax in Tampa. Plus, the guys talk about Craig's interview with Paul Richardson, and how slow is going to be when he compares himself to the Redskins wideout. Hint: very slow. The main discussion surrounds the PHIT Act, which passed through the House Ways and Means Committee and could change the fitness industry for the better. The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris answer listener questions ranging from programming ideas to what concepts are best to learn as a trainer getting a start in the industry. Plus, they talk about what it's like being a millennial interacting with people of other generations. What can they learn? What can they teach? The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris talk about how to prevent concussions. It may seem obvious why this is important, but they also re-frame the discussion in order to make perfectly clear how critical it is to avoid these injuries, especially in youth athletes. The guys also recap Craig being in the middle of all the chaos as the Caps won The Stanley Cup. What was it like at the official watch party? What was it like at the parade? And why was Craig running full speed around Capital One Arena as time ticked down in the deciding game? Tune in to find out! The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris are joined by Dr. John Rusin for a wide ranging, free flowing conversation on a variety of topics. The guys discuss injury prevention, why training like the pros isn't a great idea, theories of progression and much, much more. The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris discuss why and how to identify linchpins in a lift after a discussion Craig had with Dr. John Rusin last week. The guys discuss how linchpins can be manipulated and when that is appropriate, as well as ways to compensate around certain logistical linchpins. Plus, they recap Chris's trip to Spain and discuss the major differences between European and American training.

Craig and Chris are back to talk about how the world's smartest players use their IQ to avoid injury. The discussion is spurred by an ESPN article on LeBron James that demonstrated how he was able to play all 82 games for the first time in his career in his 15th season. Plus, the guys catch up on the latest Vertimax certifications, the Capitals playoff run and preview Chris's upcoming trip to Spain! The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris tackle what it takes to help clients reach their goals beyond the time spent in the gym. The chat is inspired by EXOS's "Every Day is Gameday" philosophy and the corresponding books and presentation that go with it. The philosophy is based on mindset, fuel, movement and recovery. How can trainers help their clients beyond the movement element, aka their workouts? The guys discuss how to create habits, including how commercial companies have done so over the years. There are 168 hours in a week. Are you helping your clients beyond the 1-3 you're with them in the gym? This pod will help you do so!

Chris and Craig are finally back after traveling the country and the world! They recap Chris's trip to Europe, including stops with Vertimax in Budapest and London and his time with Arsenal and Tottenham. Plus, the guys get back into the NFL rules debate on the heels of Craig's trip to Orlando for the NFL owner's meetings. That's all after they give away a Theragun! The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Intro Music by Bensound - www.bensound.com/ Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

In the last round of interviews from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Craig and Chris welcome back Lorenzo Alexander to discuss the NFL's pending rule changes. While the league focuses more on the catch rule, Craig and Zo have quite the disagreement on what defensive pass interference should be! Plus, the guys catch up with Conner Morgan Huff aka @MixedMorgan on how her life has changed since moving from LA to Indianapolis. They also discuss her recently launched online workouts and meal plans and just how tough they were to put together. The Theragun giveaway is also live! Go to instagram.com/craig_hoffman and/or instagram.com/trainergorres and like the post of Craig using the Theragun. Tag three friends. Also like @theragun. That's it! You're automatically entered to win! The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Super Coffee. Go to drinksupercoffee.com and use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" for 50% off! Intro Music by Bensound - www.bensound.com/ Theme music by Passion HiFi - www.facebook.com/thepassionhifi

Craig and Chris sit down with Jeremy Hills of the Onnit Academy (Austin, TX) and Michael Cummings of Jawku, Exos and Sklz. They talk to Hills about training the best of the best in the NFL and Cummings about some of the amazing modalities he's helped develop. It's a can't miss episode with some of the brightest minds in the business. Follow Craig (@craig_hoffman), Chris (@trainergorres) and Theragun (@theragun) so you're sure to see our Theragun giveaway coming next week! As always, use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" at DrinkSuperCoffee.com for 50% off your order!