Varied Not Random # 225: Potential negative aspects of CrossFit training.

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Varied Not Random # 225: Potential negative aspects of CrossFit training.

A VNR listener, who is a staunch defender of the CrossFit methodology, asked that Pat & Boz did their best to explore any potential negative aspects of the methodology. Pat & Boz tackle this topic.

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A VNR listener, who is a collegiate volleyball coach, asked the following questions: How can coaches be better instructors & motivators? How do the best coaches inspire/push/challenge their athletes to grow & compete? How can they build a culture towards “winning” or “milestones”? Pat & Boz answer these questions.
Kristie A. asked the following question: “At what age should you start dropping the weight during workouts?” She is 54 years old & can do dumbbell snatches with the “Rx’d” 35 pound dumbbell. Her friend asked her why she keeps doing the “Rx’d” load & her response was, “Because I can.” Pat & Boz answer this question.

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Pat Sherwood & Adrian Bozman, each episode is packed with insightful & actionable information aimed at people passionate about CrossFit, health & fitness, as well as general strength & conditioning. If you are an athlete, coach, gym owner or simply enjoy improving yourself & those around you through fitness, you’ve come to the right place.

ABOUT PAT

Pat Sherwood has held credentials up to & including being a Level 4 CrossFit Coach. He worked for CrossFit, Inc for 14 years in various roles including media, health & seminar staff. He is married with 3 kids. He is the owner of CrossFit Linchpin, enjoys ice cream & hates handstand push-ups.

ABOUT BOZ

Boz started dabbling with CrossFit at the end of 2004 and got his L1 in early 2006. He has coached at:

  • San Francisco CrossFit: 2006-2011
  • CrossFit Brisbane (Australia): 2011
  • Huntress CrossFit/The Tuxedo Social club (his low-key garage-gym ): 2014-2021

He’s also worked for CrossFit from 2007-present in various roles on the Seminar team, Education department and the CrossFit Games. “I love this stuff!”