Summary: Craig and Chris sit down with World Cup Champion Mallory Pugh ahead of the Washington Spirit's home game Saturday, 9/14 at Audi Field. The trio talks about Pugh's athletic childhood, her World Cup experience and her return to club play after two frustrating years in the NWSL. They also discuss how and why the Spirit has changed so drastically for the better under new ownership. Lastly they have some fun pitting Pugh and her boyfriend, Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson, against the other athlete celebrity couples on the USWNT. Craig flies solo in the intro talking about the upcoming game at Audi Field and a new topic the pod will be tackling in the coming weeks - group fitness. If you are in the group fitness space and would like to get in on the discussion, reach out to Craig on Instagram at instagram.com/craig_hoffman. You can also follow Chris at instagram.com/trainergorres. The Train With The Best Podcast is powered by Kitu Life Inc. For 25% off Super Espresso, Super Coffee and Super Creamer including the limited time Pumpkin Maple flavor, use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" at checkout at DrinkSuperCoffee.com. For 20% off the highest quality protein you can find or Momentous's brand new sleep supplement, use the code "TRAINWITHTHEBEST" at checkout at LiveMomentous.com for your first order! Our theme music was made by Jamarian Bates. You can contact him via Soundcloud here: @jaybates40oz!
