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#108 – The Progrm – John Singleton
John Singleton is the creator of The Progrm. He was first bough onto the CrossFit Games scene with his work with Sara Sigmundsdottir and Bjorkvin Gudmanson. Since then he has worked with plenty of other games athletes and grown The Progrm to help not only...
02 February, 2018
#107 – Your Brain On Food – Dr Gary Wenk
This week we interview Dr Gary Wenk. Gary Wenk, a Professor of Psychology & Neuroscience & Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics at the Ohio State University and Medical Center, is a leading authority on the consequences of chronic brain inflammation and animal models of...
02 February, 2018
#106 – Michele Letendre – Deka Comp
This week we are joined by the wonderful Michelle Letendre. Michelle is a 5 times CrossFit Games Athlete turned coach. She is the head haunch over at Deka Comp and is probably best known for her work with athletes such as Patrick Vellner and Carol...
02 February, 2018
#105 – Perkii – Matt Kowal
Perkii is the latest and greatest probiotic drink on the market. On today’s episode we interview the CEO of Perkii, Matt Kowal and find out the ins and outs of the product. Perkii the super drink with 5 different flavours is refreshing and incredibly healthy....
02 February, 2018
#104 – SUGAR – Matty & Stacey
On this episode Matty and Stacey have got together a whole heap of studies to bring the truth about sugar to you. How much sugar is too much sugar? Is one drink of soft drink a day really that harmful? How sugar effects your testosterone...
11 January, 2018
#103 – Better Than Steroids
Dr Willey is a Osteopathic Physician who operates out of Idaho, USA. He works with athletes from all realms including, MMA, CrossFit, Bodybuilding, NFL, and many more. Dr Willey takes the outlook that aesthetics are a byproduct of health. If you want to look good...
04 January, 2018
#102 – Matt Walrath – Beyond Macros
Matt Walrath is the owner of Beyond macros, a nutrition company operating out of Venice beach, California. This is a pretty nutrition based podcast where The Chiefs get to compare notes with Matt on past experiences of wins and failures with members of their communities....
28 December, 2017
#101 – Caffeine!
Join Matty and Stace as they dive a little deeper into the how the body tolerates caffeine. They talk about both the pros and cons to drinking caffeine and explain the best protocol for you to take an individualised approach to figuring out how you...
21 December, 2017
#100 – The Truth About Gluten
WE MADE IT! Episode 100 is a milestone and a massive podcast episode as we deliver you Dr Tom O’Bryan. Dr Tom has spent his years as a Functional Medicine Health Practitioner delving deep into the studies of gluten and its effects on the body....
14 December, 2017
#99 – Andrew Marr – Recovering From PTSD
On this episode we’re joined by Andrew Marr. Andrew divulges his tie with the US Military and how although he was physically unscathed he was a broken man inside. He explains how the buildup of training drills, as well as real life battles and his...
07 December, 2017
#98 – Christa King – Mind Zoning Your Goals
Christa King is the founder of Fitlandia which is an online presence that helps people to achive their health and fitness goals. Christa and Fitlandia are based out of Oregon, USA. Christa has developed a product she calls mind zoning. This is where Christa takes...
30 November, 2017
#97 – Torian Pro 2017
This weeks episodes is a mix of mini interviews whilst at the Torian Pro. The Pro is quickly becoming one of the country’s top events outside of the CrossFit sanctioned events. This year Harriet Roberts and Royce Dunne took out the individual victories. On this...
23 November, 2017
#96 – Ben Schwartz – Staying True To CrossFit
This week we’re joined by Ben Schwartz. Ben was the first operating CrossFit Box within Australia. After running his gym for the last 11 years successfully Ben touches on what he believes to have kept the gym pumping after all of these years. Ben explains...
16 November, 2017
#95 – Riss Carlyon – Reconnecting Your Intuition!
This week we bring you Riss Carlyon. Riss teaches yoga out of Inna Bliss Studios. Riss is also a Reiki master and teaches others how to become both a yoga teacher and a reiki master. Riss explains that even though parts of yoga’s history and...
09 November, 2017
#94 – Sarah Hickey – Navigating an Eating Disorder & Crushing The Inner Critic!
Sarah Hickey is The Chief Operations Officer at NXT LVL. She comes from quite a diverse background which has bought her to where she is today. From a struggling actress with an eating disorder to now empowering men and women around the country. Sarah talks...
02 November, 2017
#93 – Logan Gelbrich – Hold The Standard! (Part 2)
This week is part 2 of Logan Gelbrich’s second podcast with us. In this episode we dive a little deeper into the fitness and coaching side of things. Logan talks in depth abouth his course ‘Hold The Standard’. Logan is coming to Sydney, Australia to...
26 October, 2017#92 – Logan Gelbrich – Go Right! (Part 1)
This week we deliver another guest full of knowledge, previous guest of ep. 29 Mr Logan Gelbrich. Logan is the owner of Deuce gym, part owner in Original Nutritionals, works on The Crossfit Strongman seminar staff and delivers his own online course (Strongman 101, and...
19 October, 2017
#91 – Shannon Brenton – Performance, Nutrition & The Truth To Ketones (Part 2)
This is Part 2 with Shannon Brenton. Shannon is the owner of PSE Supplements, a Clinical Nutritionist and Naturopath that specialises in chronic sickness and optimising human performance. This week is all about the performance. Shannon dives into his experiences of working with NRL teams,...
12 October, 2017#90 – Shannon Brenton – A Clinicians approach, Free Supps & Why You Need Cell Charge in Your Life
This week we have Shannon Brenton on the show. Shannon is the owner of PSE Supplements, a Clinical Nutritionist and Naturopath that specialises in chronic sickness and optimising human performance. We’ve split this episode into 2 parts as Shannon has a wealth of knowledge that...
05 October, 2017
#89 – Rob Forte – The Pacific’s Most Consistent Male Athlete
This week we’re joined by 7 times games athlete Rob Forte. Rob has been on top of the pacific leader boards in both The Open and Regionals for the past 7 years. Rob’s best finish at the games was in 2014 when he placed 12th....
28 September, 2017
#88 – Mason Taylor – Medicinal Mushrooms
Mason Taylor is the owner and director of Super Feast. He created Super Feast after sourcing the best mushrooms and tonic herbs for his own use realised there was a market for it within Australia and the rest of the world so started stocking products...
20 September, 2017
#87 – Carl Paoli – Freestyle Connection
Carl Paoli was a competitive gymnast. After finishing up his gymnastics career in 2000 due to frustrations around injuries. Carl moved into action sports such as snowboarding and wake boarding and realised that there was a massive transfer of skills from gymnastics to all sports....
14 September, 2017
#86 – Alison Potts – The Act Of Meditation
Alison Potts is a meditation coach, and runs her own business called ‘Innate Being’. She Also runs regular Meditation practices out of ‘Inna Bliss Yoga Studio’s’. Alison explains how the act of meditation has a misconceived idea as to what is meant by practicing meditation....
07 September, 2017
#85 – Brian Mackenzie – The Art Of Breath
Brian Mackenzie is a world-renowned strength and conditioning expert and the innovator of the endurance, strength and conditioning paradigm. He has studied altitude and hypoxic training for over 10 years, and has run the Western States 100 and is a finisher of the Angeles Crest 100-mile endurance run. He...
31 August, 2017
#84 – Tex McQuilkin – Sports Specific Application
Tex McQuilkin is a part of the ever-growing force called Power Athlete. The Creator of CrossFit Football John Welbourne has now grown his team and started operating under the umbrella of Power athlete of which Tex Fits into. Tex is one of the original coaches...
24 August, 2017
#83 – Dr. Andy Galpin – Genetic testing, Muscle Fibres and The Top Supplements For Muscle Performance!
Dr. Andy Galpin runs the human performance lab out of the University of Southern California. Dr. Andy Galpin and his team spend their efforts diving into sports performance. Diving into the deepest levels of the cell molecular level of muscles and how they react to...
17 August, 2017#82 The Ins And Outs Of An Online Business
This week we are interviewed by our friends from NXT LVL. Nat (from NXT LVL) has incredible questions which generate an amazing conversation. We dive deep into why we do what we do. How the business runs and what our biggest goals and aspirations are. What...
10 August, 2017
#81 – Jami Tikkanen – The Training Plan
This week we are joined by Jami Tikkanen of The Training Plan. Jami is probably best known for his coaching of CrossFit Games athlete and 2 times Fittest woman on earth for 2011, 2012, Annie Thorisdottir. Throughout the episode you will hear exactly why Jami...
03 August, 2017
#80 – The Mind Muscle Project
This week we interview Lachlan Rowston and Raph Freedman from The Mind Muscle Project. These boys are part owners of CrossFit Creature in Sydney where they have 3 locations. Raph also is part owner in Peak chocolate. Together they have their energy spread over a...
27 July, 2017
#79 – Brandon Swan, CJ Walker & Royce Dunne – Banter!
This weeks episode Matty sits down with Brandon Swan, CJ Walker & Royce Dunne to recap on their recent experience of competing at the Pacific CrossFit Regionals. For anyone who follows these 3 on social media you would know the banter into the lead up...
20 July, 2017
#78- Matt Boyce – Learning To Stay A Float
Matty Boyce as he puts it has his fingers in many pies. He is the head coach at CrossFit Coorparoo, part owner at City Cave, Lulu Lemon ambassador and massive advocate for men’s mental health awareness. Matt’s the newest addition to the City Cave team....
13 July, 2017
#77- JP Sears – How To Be Ultra Spiritual
This week we’re joined by JP Sears. This is a super funny yet insightful episode. JP is super playful and hilarious with his approach to bringing awareness to the world. JP Sears is an emotional healing coach, YouTuber, author, international teacher, speaker at events, world...
06 July, 2017
#76 – Amon Woulfe – Out Of Your Mind
This week we’re excited to bring you Amon Woulfe. Amon is a mindset performance coach who works with professional sports teams, corporate sectors, military and more. He is part of the team that worked with The NRL team Rabbitohs the year they won the premiership...
29 June, 2017
#75 – Dr. Michael Breus – The Sleep Doctor Part 2!
This week we’re excited to bring Dr. Michael Breus, The Sleep Doctor, back to your ears. Dr. Breus is so enjoyable to listen to as he is so insightful when it comes to sleep. We last had Dr Breus on the podcast on ep. 40...
22 June, 2017
#74 – Martin Collyer – Unravelling Yoga
This week we have Martin Collyer join us. Marty teaches yoga out of Inner Bliss yoga studios and is a co-creator and facilitator of the “Live Your Bliss” Yoga Teacher Training. Marty has an unbelievable amount of knowledge when it comes to Yogic scripture and...
15 June, 2017
#73 – Nat Hodges – Are You Asking The Right Questions?
This week we have return guest Nathaniel Hodges. Nat works at NXT LVL and helps people and businesses to play a bigger game. Through playing a bigger game Nat realised nutrition was a massive factor of being successful. We dive deep into mindset and...
08 June, 2017
#72 – Dr. Lindsey Mathews – Birthfit
This week we have an amazing podcast with Dr. Lindsey Mathews of Birthfit. Birthfit is currently a company running out of U.S.A however is rapidly growing and as you hear Lindsey say at the start of the episode it might not be too far off...
01 June, 2017
#71 – Kristin Dayle Jacobsen – The Wealth Of Health
This week we have Kristin Dayle Jacobsen aka Freddy on the podcast. Kristin is a wealth professional who focuses on helping Gen Y population to give them a more fun, free and fulfilled life through world class wealth education, services and coaching. Kristin explains how...
25 May, 2017
#70 – Harriet ‘Haz’ Roberts – Road To Regionals
Harriet Roberts is a CrossFit athlete from the Pacific Regionals. She’s (as of 2017 Regionals) a 4x Individual athlete at Regionals with a highest placing of 6th in 2017 alongside 2 visits to the CrossFit Games on CrossFit Active’s team. We talk about Harriet’s diverse...
18 May, 2017
#69 – Andreas Gloor – Reebok Australia
This week we catch up with Andreas Gloor who is the Sports Marketing Manager of Reebok South East Asian and Pacific Regions. Andreas looks after the relationship with athletes within CrossFit, UFC, Les Mills, and Spartan Race. We talk all things Reebok from how...
11 May, 2017#68- What’s Your Relationship With Food? – The Chief Life Team
This week is with Stacey and Matty answering your questions. We cover all things around about emotional eating, the psychology of eating, cheat/treat meals, training and nutrition whilst being sick, self sabotage, dealing with enablers, periodising nutrition with your training, training for performance vs. aesthetics,...
04 May, 2017
#67 – Oliver Wilson – Psychology & Mindset, Ketogenic Diet and Raising Cognitive Function and Awareness!
This Week we interview Oliver Wilson. Ollie works for CrossFit Head Quarters on the Level 1 and 2 Seminar Team. As part of the team he’s been fortunate enough to travel the world coaching people how to be a better CrossFit Trainer! Ollie’s in...
27 April, 2017
#66- Dr. Michael Todorovic – Stem Cells, Fasting and A Dive Into Science!
This week we have Dr. Michael Todorovic on to talk about his studies and research findings, in particular on stem cells. Michael has a doctorate in Philosophy as well as a bachelor of Biomolecular Science with Honours and moving onto the PhD. We dive deep...
20 April, 2017
#65 – James Hobart – 8 Year CrossFit Games Veteran (3x individual, 5x Team)
James Hobart is an eight-year CrossFit Games veteran (three individual, five team), James Hobart is the only athlete to have competed on two different Affiliate Cup Champion teams (CrossFit New England: 2011, CrossFit Mayhem Freedom: 2015, 2016). After starting CrossFit in 2009, Hobart joined the...
13 April, 2017
#64 – Pat Barber – Becoming A Better Coach/Parent/Person!
This week on the podcast we have Pat Barber, father, husband, business owner, friend, coach, O.G CrossFitter, Level 1 Seminar staff and much more. Pat ‘s CrossFit history starts from his high school days where Nicole Carroll and Tony Budding were schoolteachers of his and...
06 April, 2017
#63 – Dr. Greg Emerson – Holistic Approach To Medicine
Dr. Greg Emerson runs a practice out of Brisbane called ‘Find The Cause.’ Using science Dr. Emerson digs deeper then your general practitioner making sure to find the end cause of your sickness. We dive into many issue’s people may have that they don’t...
30 March, 2017
#62 – Julien Pineau & Richard Aceves – StrongFit Seminars
This week we welcome back Julien Pineua of StrongFit and welcome his protégé/translator/master of ceremonies/or the how to the why Richard Aceves! Go back and listen to episode 51 if you have not heard it yet as it’ll help Julien’s theories make a lot more...
23 March, 2017
#61 – John Gary & Dan Hollingsworth – CrossFit Kids
On this weeks episode we were lucky enough to meet up with John Gary and Dan Hollingsworth whilst they were here in Australia teaching the CrossFit Kids Course. Both of these guys have a wealth of knowledge and instill it within the kids of...
16 March, 2017
#60 – Dr Joe Tatta – Heal Your Pain Now!
Dr. Joe Tatta is a doctor of physical therapy, board certified nutrition specialist and functional medicine practitioner who specializes in treating persistent pain and lifestyle-related musculoskeletal, metabolic and autoimmune health issues. Dr. Joe drops some great knowledge bombs throughout this podcast. He explains the difference...
09 March, 2017
#59 – Ryan Drake – Infinite x you!
Welcome back to the show Ryan Drake! The young mastermind behind ‘Torus Athletica’ and his new project ‘Infinite x you’ all whilst running a full time management role in IT. Ryan has a massive heart and has a desire to help others. He created...
02 March, 2017
#58 – Margaux Alvarez & Alex Cardinas– Prepare and Execute
This week we welcome Margaux Alvarez and Alex Cardinas to the show. Margaux is a 4 times CrossFit Games Athlete and Alex is her fiancé and coach. Alex and Margaux’s family own and work on a vineyard and are currently processing a wine license...
23 February, 2017
#57 – Andy Stumpf – Mastering Mental Clarity
This week on the podcast we have Andy Stumpf. Andy is an ex Navy Seal. He served for 17 years and was relieved of his service due to medical discharge. Andy now has various amazing hobbies and roles. You’ll quite often find videos of...
16 February, 2017
#56 – Jaron Juanitis – Adopting An Unconventional Method For The Best Result!
This week we’re joined by Jaron Juanitis. Jaron is a Musculoskeletal Therapist based in Brisbane. Jaron was lucky enough to work along side a chiropractor that tested methods and techniques to find the technique that achieves the best results. This spun Jaron onto a learning...
09 February, 2017#55 – The Chief Life Team – Dial In Your Nutrition
This Week is taken form the Facebook live Q&A Matty and Stacey did on Australia Day. They cover things you should be doing with your nutrition for the CrossFit Open, as well as nutrition tips for day-to-day health and fitness. They explain how you should...
02 February, 2017TCL Podcast Ep. 54 – Pip Malone – Representing Australia In 5 Different Sports
This week we have Pip Malone, Australian representative in 5 different sports such as; Trampoline & Power Tumbling, Canoe Slalom, Weightlifting, CrossFit and has also competed internationally in The Grid League. Pip, obviously a talented and hard working athlete, explains her loves and struggles...
26 January, 2017TCL Podcast Ep. 53- Brandon Swan – Priorities Over Excuses!
This week we have Brandon Swan, 3 times CrossFit games athlete and 6 times regionals competitor. Brandon is a humble human working his ass off to get back to the Games. He’s devoted his life to his goals and explains how he’s adapted his life...
19 January, 2017TCL Podcast Ep. 52- Zach Even-Esh – Strong Body, Strong Mind, Strong Life!
This week we have Zach Even-Esh of Underground Strength. Zach lives in New Jersey and is the Owner of 3 gyms that mainly specialise in strength and conditioning for young athlete’s looking to step into the collegiate level. Zach is the author of ‘The Encyclopedia...
12 January, 2017TCL Podcast Ep. 51 – Julien Pineau – Strongfit’s Hitting Australia
This week we have Julien Pineau of Strongfit. Julien will blow your mind. He is quickly making a name for himself around the world. Julien is revolutionising the realms of human movement through his methodology. He Explains it’s not all about methods though, you must...
05 January, 2017TCL Podcast Ep. 50 – Tony Blauer – Know Fear!
This week we have Tony Blauer of Spear Defense Systems, CrossFit Specialty Course Spear, and Spear for self-defense specialists, martial artists & safety experts! Tony quickly explains he’s cautious of how he explains how he teaches due to people getting on their high horse...
29 December, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 49 – Heiko Van Vliet – The Compex King
On this weeks episode we’re joined by Heiko Van Vliet, who works for Compex and travels around the world working with top-level athletes. Heiko was born in Holland and grew up to be a National champion in Gymnastics, which then catapulted him into coaching athletes....
22 December, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 48 – Nathaniel Hodges – Play A Bigger Game
This week we have Nathaniel Hodges. He is one of our mentors from NXT LVL. Nat has a super interesting background coming from the powerlifting world, however now helps people and businesses to succeed in all areas and he loves the psychology of humans. ...
15 December, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 47- Lori Forner – Pelvic Health (For Both Men and Women)
This week we have Lori Forner. Lori is a pelvic health Physiotherapist. She started out as a sports Physio and eventually dove into (no pun intended) her niche market. Pelvic health is a taboo subject, which is often over looked. Within the gym if...
08 December, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 46- Scott Pye – Racing V8 Super Cars
This week we have V8 Super Car Race Car Driver Scott Pye. Scott gives us a background on how he came into racing professionally. From a young age Scott had to find his own sponsorships as his family drove him around Australia from race to...
01 December, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 45- Sheridan Genrich – Better Brain Health
This week we have Sheridan Genrich, Naturopath and owner of Better Brain Health. Sheridan is passionate about helping busy people live life with energy and excitement by correcting the chemical imbalances in the brain, that most people don’t even realise they have. Sheridan’s practice...
24 November, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 44- James Newbury & Kayla Banfield – Success Mode In Fitness & Business
This week we’re joined by CrossFit Games competitor James Newbury and CrossFit Games Field Reporter Kayla Banfield. These two are hard working in all aspects of life. They have opened multiple gyms as well as a recovery centre in Adelaide, Australia and have really taken...
17 November, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 43- Laura Phelps – Sweatt & Shane Sweatt – Conjugate Methods
This week we have Laura & Shane Sweatt From CrossFit Conjugate. Between their coaching and training experiences they have broken over 50 world records in powerlifting! Impressive huh? These guys are strong and know how to get you strong! Shane explains the Conjugate Method...
07 November, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 42- Tim Bishop – Take Your Business To The NXT LVL
Tim Bishop is the Co-owner of NXT LVL. NXT LVL help people achieve performance. Through self-mastery, creativity, and narrative Tim and his team at NXT LVL help you, your business, or your team to the next level. Tim is from a military background and...
03 November, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 41- Dr. David Wilkinson – Can Food Be Medicine Against Cancer
This weeks guest Dr. David Wilkinson is the author of ‘Can Food Be Medicine Against Cancer’. The book itself has stirred the medical world a little as it is seen to be a bit controversial compared to standard medical practice. Dr. David became aware...
27 October, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 40 – Dr. Michael Breus – The Sleep Doctor
This week we talk to Dr. Michael Breus, the sleep doctor. Dr. Breus has over 17 years of experience in this field. This show is so jam packed full of absolutely amazing tips, tricks and information on sleep. Dr. Breus has just released his...
20 October, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 39- Michelle Montgomery – Fitaid Australia & New Zealand
This week we have Michelle Montgomery from ‘Life Trends’ who owns the sole distribution of Lifeaid products in Australia and New Zealand. Michelle is an absolute gem and like many of us, is working hard to grow her business. Michelle was an office worker...
13 October, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 38- Katelin Marks & Johann Van Zyl – The Power Couple
This week we have Katelin Marks & Johann Van Zyl. These two are amazing individuals that come together to make an awesome power couple. Katelin Marks is an ex Hockeyroo & 2-time CrossFit Regionals athlete. Johann is a National level water polo player and...
06 October, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 37- The Torian Pro with Tia-Clair Toomey, Zeke Grove, Ricky Garard, Pip Malone & Gene Suna
This episode is a few small snippets from the Torian Pro this past weekend. Join Matty as he has short interviews with: Tia-Clair Toomey Zeke Groves Ricky Garard Pip Malone Gene Suna You Can Find These Guests Tia-Clair Toomey: Instagram @tiaclair1 Zeke Grove:...
29 September, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 36- Luke Baranowski – The Alpha Human
This week we have Luke Baranowski who is the owner of CrossFit Whiteout in Botany Bay, Sydney. He has also recently created his own podcast called ‘The Alpha Human.’ When Luke shifted CrossFit Whiteout into a bigger space he also had to change location....
22 September, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 35- Brad Sheppard from Create PT Wealth – Creating A Better Business
This week we have Brad Sheppard from Create Pt Wealth. Brad like most Personal Trainers/Business owners got incredibly burnt out. Brad had to make the choice. Does he quit and leave the industry he loves or does he figure out a more viable way? He...
15 September, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 34- Lance Kelly & Mark Sicard from Paleoethics – Peptides, Vegetarianism and Cancer!
This episode is jam-packed. These two have come from different walks of life, however have been brought together by the amazing company they both work for and represent. Paleoethics is a young, health conscious company in Canada producing some of the purest supplements on the...
08 September, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 33- Darsha.Mia- Part 2. Finding The Positives In Every Situation
For the first time we have a repeat podcaster, with Darcia Ondrovcik (Darsha.Mia). If you haven’t yet heard her first episode be sure to go back and listen to episode 10. Darcia has taken it upon herself to share her knowledge and wisdom with others...
01 September, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 32- Amy Goldstrom – An Enlightened Approach to Physio
Amy Goldstrom is a physio operating out of Peak Sports and Spine Centre in Hawthorne, Brisbane. Amy was born in Canada and comes from a competitive skiing background. She competed at an international level in freestyle skiing (aerials, half pipe, big air) taking her all...
25 August, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 31 – Darren Coughlan – Give’m Cold Steel
Darren Coughlan is an OG within the Australian CrossFit community. He owns and runs CrossFit Newcastle, which was the 3rd registered affiliate in Australia. Darren is also the man behind the beast ‘Give’m Cold Steel’ which is an online physical training program business, boasting CrossFit...
18 August, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 30- Scott McGee – The Sisu Way
This week we’re joined by Scott McGee. Scott plays many roles in his life, probably most known for co-hosting on The Wodcast Podcast, however we get to see the real Scott McGee as we dive into fatherhood, being a detective and working in the L.A...
11 August, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 29- Logan Gelbrich – Deuce Gym, Original Nutrionals, The CrossFit Batman
Logan is a man of many walks and very appreciative of his past, as it’s got him to where he is now. This podcast was recorded outdoors so there is the occasional interference from planes flying overhead. We strongly recommend you see this through, as...
04 August, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 28- The Alpha Human Interviews The Chief Life
This week is a slightly different spin as we are sharing ‘The Alpha Humans’ podcast where we, ‘The Chief Life’, get interviewed. Luke Baranowski is a good friend of ours who owns CrossFit Whiteout and has recently also started his podcast. At first we...
27 July, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 27- Amy Alessi – Super Athlete, Small Mermaid, Big Heart
Amy has been to regionals on several different occasions, once with a team and three times as an individual. She is now games bound with the CrossFit Athletic Team. Even though Amy is still a young athlete like all of us she has a...
21 July, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 26- Jeremy ‘Rookie’ Austin – Are You Taking Life For Granted?
Jeremy ‘Rookie’ Austin is a retired Rugby Union player, Owner of Reebok CrossFit Gold Coast, CrossFit Games Commentator, CrossFit Strongman Staff Member, Cancer Survivor, Father and much more. Rookie has had many walks of life and relays some of his experiences onto us. He...
14 July, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 25- Matty & Stace – Q&A with The Chief Life
This week we take a slightly different approach and answer some questions from you, the listeners. We touch on carb back loading, carb re-feed, fasted cardio, mindset, our why, where the business is headed and much more. We give our outlook on different diets including...
07 July, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 24- Jane Fogg – CrossFit Super Mum
Jane Fogg is a CrossFit super mum who has achieved so much already and is only growing day by day in all aspects of life. She is an aspiring masters athlete, CrossFit Kids Seminar staff member, Manager of Again Faster New Zealand, Accountant, previously a...
30 June, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 23- Tommy Blain – A Different Approach To Small Business
Tommy Blain is the owner of CrossFit HBZ & CrossFit HBZ 4880. He’s located in the Atherton Table Lands (Cairns Highlands) and has managed to open 2 successful gyms within a small communtity of 15,000 people. Tommy, although still so young, has had his hands...
23 June, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 22- Shaun O’Gorman – P.T.S.D, FocusWOD & The Strong Life Project
Shaun O’Gorman of FocusWOD and The Strong Life Project joined us on the show. Both of these are businesses designed to help people overcome and deal with mental issues/states of mind. FocusWOD is based on mindset specifically for CrossFit. It’s all about your focus, drive,...
16 June, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 21 – Damon Kelly – Olympic Weightlifting
Damon Kelly joined us the week after the Olympic qualifiers in Fiji. We talk all things weight lifting from qualifying spots, rules, competing for the Country, and gaining strength and flexibility for the sport. Damon is a 2 times Olympic games and 3 times Commonwealth...
09 June, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 20 – Zeke Grove – CrossFit Games Bound
This week we’re joined by first time CrossFit Games Athlete Zeke Grove. Since Zeke’s debut at Regionals he has always been an incredibly threatening athlete, placing within the top 10 in 2014 & 2015. This year Zeke proved his potential and placed 4th, earning himself...
02 June, 2016TCL PODCAST EP. 19 – Ryan Drake – Torus Athletica – People Are Perfect The Way They Are!
Ryan Drake of Torus Athletica will blow your mind. This 22 year old has the wisdom of a 60 year old and the heart of a Country. The things Ryan strives for day to day and what they’re achieving with Torus Athletica is literally saving...
26 May, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 18 – Ed Morrison – M.C’ing Regionals, working for Norcal, CrossFit in China and many little insights…
Ed Morrison has been M.C at the Pacific Regionals for the past 2 years. Ed being a very humble person explains his beginnings in CrossFit. Decking out his parents backyard in Melbourne and following whatever programming he desired for the day. Ed explains how he...
19 May, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 17 – Josh Jones – Odin #JustBeNiceProject
This week we were gifted by the presence of Josh Jones from ‘Odin Sports’. We connected on Skype so bare through the slight echo as Josh is someone you’ll want to listen to. Josh runs a very successful apparel company and performance centre based in...
12 May, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 16 – Lucy Manion – Australia/New Zealands Fittest 14-15 year old.
Lucy Manion finished 1st in her age division (14-15) for the Australian/ New Zealand regions CrossFit open. Lucy is a quiet achiever & a modest one at that. Only having a year and a half under her belt in CrossFit we think its fair to...
05 May, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 15 – Dr. B- Spinal Health and Successful Habits
This week The Chief Life are joined by Dr. (Charles) Brian Johnson (Dr.B). Dr. B is a passionate Chiropractor who operates his own business, ‘West End Chiropractic and wellness Centre’. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge on a variety of subjects all related...
28 April, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 14 – Tammie Sarkozy Musclemania Ms. Figure Universe Pro
Tammie Sarkozy is well known in the world of figure/body building. At top level she achieved Musclemania Ms. Figure Universe Pro in 2015. As well as this, she has an extensive list of experiences and achievements in powerlifting and CrossFit. Tammie sheds light on her...
21 April, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 13 – Hangstrong Gymnastics
This week we’re joined by Hangstrong Gymnastics coaching staff Thomas Pichler and Jimmy Whybird. The Boys along side Natan Geva founded Hangstrong gymnastics and have been offering gymnastics courses directed at CrossFit gymnastics and have hosted seminars around Australia and Asia Ever since. Jimmy has...
14 April, 2016TCL Podcast Ep.12 – Mitch Sinnamon – Regionals, Games & The Mindset It Takes To Be An Athlete
Mitch needs no introduction, multiple regionals athlete, competed on the team with CrossFit Schwartz’s last year (2015) as they dominated the Pacific region and had a big year at the CrossFit Games. Mitch coming from a Navy background had his goals of being a ‘Navy...
07 April, 2016TCL Podcast Ep.11- Gav Crown – Aussie Strength, CrossFit Level 1 Seminar Staff, Sports Nutrition for a high level athlete and much more…
In this episode we’re joined by Gav Crown, Co-owner of Aussie Strength, Level 1 Seminar Staff, competitive swimmer, fighter, weightlifter and CrossFitter. With Gav’s vast experiences in varying sports you could say it was an easy progression from A to B. Although he may be...
31 March, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 10 Darsha.Mia – Be Where Your Feet Are
This week on The Chief Life Podcast we catch up with close friend, great athlete and incredibly inspirational woman Darcia Ondrovcik. We merely touch the surface of Darcia’s achievements however this hour went so fast and was incredibly moving. What could have been seen as...
17 March, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 9 – CrossFit Never Say Never & Commonwealth Powerlifting Sub Junior Champion
What does it take to break 6 Australian Records in powerlifting? This week on the podcast we interview the Commonwealth Junior Powerlifting champion Isabella Devetak And her Coach/Step dad Joel Hudson at their Gym CrossFit Never Say Never. They take us through their recent experiences...
09 March, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 8 – Caveman Kitchen
Ever had a thought of starting a business but just been to scared to take the plunge? This week on The Chief Life Podcast we interview Dave and Abbey, the founders of Caveman Kitchen. These guys are amazing. The business idea came about one Sunday...
03 March, 2016TCL Podcast ep.7-Eating For Health Prevention Vs. Treatment
Prevention Vs. Treatment… Ever feel sick after eating? Always feel bloated? These aren’t natural feelings and are usually derived from food. Listen in as Matty & Stacey take you through their journeys of discovering about auto immune responses and intolerances to food. What simple tests...
25 February, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 6 – Open prep for competitive athletes Cj Walker & Royce Dunne
With The CrossFit Opens only days away Matty sits down with CJ Walker and Royce Dunne to talk about their lead up and expectations. Both of the boys are eager and excited as the opens approach and the competitive season kicks off for this year....
22 February, 2016TCL Podcast Episode 5 – Pre, Intra & Post workout Nutrition.
This week on TCL Podcast Matty & Stace dive into supplements, pre, intra and post work out nutrition. Join the team as they explore different supplements they have tried and studied. Take on board their recommendations to start with a clean slate by dialing in...
18 February, 2016TCL Podcast Ep.4 – Eating For Results
Join The Chief Life Team as they break down eating for results to match your performance in the gym or to match your ideal healthy lifestyle. They cover over the process fat loss, improving energy and gaining muscle as well as a few case studies...
11 February, 2016TCL Podcast Ep. 3 – Under Vs Over Eating
Join Matty and Stacey as they cover the outcome of under and over eating, under eating individual macronutrients and the effect on your results, beating the slump when changing macronutrient balance, as well as a few case studies and more. www.thechieflife.com
05 February, 2016TCL Podcast Ep.2 – Macronutrients
Tune in with Stacey & Matty as they talk all about Macronutrients
28 January, 2016The Chief Life Podcast – Episode 1
Welcome to The Chief Life Podcast – Episode 1. Join Matty and Stace as they discuss the business and Stacey’s past CrossFit experiences.
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