CRO Podcast

Sean Croxton from the Underground Wellness Show joins the CRO Podcast today. I couldn't decide what to title this episode, and finally just listed everything that Sean covered in this amazing episode. We literally covered it all when it comes to becoming a stronger, smarter, and healthier you.  Sean talks about having the right mindset when it comes to money and how it can help you achieve a new found health.  He also talks about his opinion on CrossFit; the pros and cons.  We go over the number one tool in following your passion and how it helped him go from receiving free education because of how poor his family was to being financially free today.  Sean lastly talks about his dreams and his plans for the future which was amazing to hear.  Thank you guys to taking the time to listen, let me know what you think by clicking below and leaving a review https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cro-podcast/id791250897?mt=2 Check out Sean's new Podcast - The Sessions here https://itunes.apple.c

This is probably one of the most fun episodes to date that I've done. Our guests today are out there saving lives. Saving the lives of Veterans. The statistic that is looming over the heads of all Veterans is 22.    22 Veterans a day are committing suicide. The Combat Hippies join the show today after their TedX Talk to discuss their vision in helping to save 22 lives a day.    This episode is powerful, make sure if you're a Veteran or know a Veteran that you tell them to listen to this show.    Follow the Combat Hippies Here - https://www.facebook.com/theCombatHippies/ Here is Andrew's first video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaGF5g1NKBw Right a Review Here - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cro-podcast/id791250897?mt=2

For the second episode of the week, I'm bringing you something new. I was recently interviewed by Eric Fiorillo with the Motivation and Muscle Podcast. I asked him about an idea I got about double publishing podcast episodes. This way we can reach more people and help more people.    The goal is to help you become stronger, smarter, and healthier. This episode is all about becoming stronger and the best lifts to get you there the quickest with the least amount of injuries.  Enjoy the show...Cheers!

We're back with another great guest to bless the CRO PODCAST. Robert Killian - 2015 Spartan Race World Champion talks about his recent world championship, his training, his mindset and what's helped him the most to win the Spartan Race World Championship.      He's also Army Special Forces, actively training for the Army's best Ranger competition. He's an inspiration inside and out. He shares so many lessons that have contributed to his success. I want to send out a special thank you to Robert, he's a great guy and I can't wait to see how he does in the upcoming Agoge event. Thank you CRO NATION for supporting the CRO Podcast - Cheers!

  Welcome back to another episode my friends, in this episode, founder of the Spartan Race joins CRO NATION...and he calls me out hard for an endurance event in the summer...     You're going to have to listen to it to get the full effect. It's an amazing episode, real short and sweet. He's a great person and trying to better this world one Spartan Race at a time. Enjoy the show. Cheers!  

I couldn't be more excited about this episode. You all should know by now how much I'm obsessed with Fitness Technology. I love testing out new products and seeing where the future is with fitness technology. I reached out to one of the best people on YouTube who review Fitness Technology and not someone that looks like they've never run a mile in their life.       Jeff Rizzo from RIZKNOWS on YouTube, he's an expert regarding Fitness Technology and is obsessed with working out.        You definitely want to check out the YouTube Version of this podcast by going to the CRO STRENGTH YouTube page.        Thank you guys for your continued support - Please take 2 seconds and leave an honest review for the CRO Podcast by Clicking here - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cro-podcast/id791250897?mt=2 Cheers!!

CRO NATION... I was absolutely blown away by this interview with 7 Time Natural Mr. Universe Ron Williams. He is so smart and provides so much in nutrition and training. We go deep into nutrition and mindset to start any transformation. I couldn't thank him enough for taking the time to provide us with so much information. You can not miss this episode, and we will definitely be having Ron back on the show in the future.      Check out Ron Williams YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwXjgD2YcvYfFs9JOwr_2zg

CRO NATION...We're back with another lesson packed episode with an epic guest talking about building your kids strong through movement.  CJ is an expert when it comes to understanding the body and movement and really can teach you a lot about building a solid foundation of strength and building strength that will last.  Check out CJ's website at www.atsstrength.com also check out his gym if you're near South Jersey.  Love you guys, Cheers!

CRO NATION...We're Back, and if you want to understand how to crush your goals...Don't miss this!!

CRO NATION...We're BACK!I've got a truly amazing episode for you today with my good friend Cherokee. We met almost two years ago and I've seen him go through some pretty amazing transformations. From shoulder surgery recovery to gaining a ton of mass to become the Strength Camp Challenge Champion in the Novice division. He has a crazy story for you guys and really lays all everything he is planning on doing for his next challenge in life. Enjoy. LEAVE A REVIEW

CRO NATION...We're here, the end of the year of Training Smarter and Thinking Stronger. This show we're going to talk about Thinking Stronger. I read a ton of books this year, well over 40. Today I'm going to highlight my top 10 books that I read this year.    I rank the books on how much they've impacted my life positively. Thank you for this year, CRO NATION is the best community on the planet, and I appreciate the hell out of every single one of you.      1.  I am Pilgrim - Terry Hayes2. The Cartel - Don Winslow3. Washington : A Life - Ron Chernow4. Shadow Divers - Robert Kerson 5. The Boys in the Boat - Daniel Brown6. Killing Kennedy - Bill O'Reilly 7. Troublemaker - Leah Remini8. The Art of Mental Training - D. Gonzales9. Sleep Smarter - Shawn Stevenson10. Killing Lincoln - Bill O'Reilly     Thank you guys again for listening to the show - Please take 2 seconds to LEAVE A REVIEW

We're back with another epic episode of the CRO Podcast, I have been tracking this guy down for awhile to get him on the podcast. Today we have an amazing guest, Grant Shymske. Author and Ultra-endurance athlete. We go over him completing the GoRuck Selection and other ultra endurance events. He teaches us how to master our mind and use our mind to conquer some of the most difficult obstacles in the world. LEAVE A REVIEW

We're BACK! With another episode of the CRO Podcast. Today we're going deep into the law. Laws are very tricky, especially for Strength Coaches. I bring on a Starting Strength Coach who is a Lawyer by day that talks all about how to protect yourself as a Strength Coach and what to be aware of when you're starting a business or coaching clients on the side. This is very important, don't miss this episode. Thank you Brodie for taking the time.    Please Take a Second and Support the Show!     Guest ; Brodie Butland is a Lawyer by day and Starting Strength Coach on the side.      Notes ; Why a Lawyer becomes a Strength CoachWhy you can't start coaching right after you get a certificationImportance of Licenses and WaiversInsurance UnderstandingHow to give Nutritional Advice without getting suedImportance of Maintaining your equipmentPreventative PracticesHow to Give Supplementation Advice     Links; Brodie's Article for Starting Strength Mark Rippet

We're BACK with another episode of the CRO Podcast, and I know this episode is going to be one of the most downloaded episodes to date on the CRO Podcast. Zach Even Esh blesses CRO Nation with so many life and strength lessons. As always, get a pen a paper out and get ready to take notes.              Guest :  Zach Even-Esh is one of my biggest mentors to date. He created the Underground Strength Coach Certification where I am a Level 2 Strength Coach under him. He has two gyms in New Jersey where he's training the young minds and body of youth wrestlers. Last year he just released his best selling book. He travels the world speaking to Strength Coaches, aspiring athletes but puts his family first every single day. He's someone I look up to a lot and couldn't be more humbled to have him on the show.            Notes :  The Courage it Takes to Live the Life of Your Dreams  Fear Associated with Success  The Mentality to Never F

Ladies and Gentlemen, I have an amazing show for you, the first guest to return to the CRO Podcast is back to talk about the road of success and failure in the world of Strongman. The road is never linear towards your goal, and in this episode we talk about how to deal with the downfalls. Guest; He's back Strongman Champion, Michael De La Pava, owner of THE Battle Axe Gym in Miami, Florida. Muay Thai Fighter, Rugby Player, Placed 15th in the Nationals for Strongman.    LEAVE A REVIEW!!Notes; Going from a Muay Thai fighter to a Strongman ChampionHow Fighting and Martial Arts Strength Transfers into the BarbellOne on One MentalityRugby vs. NFLTraining a Civilian vs. a CompetitorDeveloping a Culture in a GymWealth vs. LegacyThe Future of the Battle Axe GymHow to Get Your Pro Card for StrongmanHow to Recover from a Huge LossThe Journey of Being the BestElliott Hulse Strength Camp ChallengeThe First Sanctioned Strongman Competition at the Battle AxeLinks; The Battle Axe GymMDLP's Inst

Friends, we're back with another episode of the CRO Podcast with another guest that will blow your mind. This is the first Medical Doctor we've had on the show and he crushes this episode with knowledge not only with help with health, but how to build strength properly for the older generations. If you're not in the older generations you still need to listen so you can share this knowledge. Enjoy, I know you'll need a pen and paper for this episode. Cheers. Guest - Jonathan Sullivan MD, PhD, SSC - Owner of Grey Steel Strength and Conditioning, Neuroscientist, Emergency Room Physician at a Level 1 Trauma Center in Detroit, MI, Former United States Marine,  Starting Strength Coach Certified. Specializes in coaching people in building their strength with older generations.  Notes; Head Trauma Brain Damage after Cardiac Arrest How Brain Cells die from Brain InjuryWhy Strength Training is Critical for Older GenerationsWhy You Lose Strength First with Age Type II vs. Type I M

     If you're a parent or plan on being a parent, you understand how important it is for kids to build a strong character very early. Our guest today talks about the best way to do that with your kids or future kids. From Navy Seal to Virginia High Performance center training the youth in strength training and building their character that not only helps them with their sport but with their life from a very early age. Don't miss this show.Please take 2 seconds and leave a review, Click this link. Thank you. Guest ; Jeff Nichlos is the founder and co-owner of Virginia High Performance in Virginia Beach. CSCS graduated from Troy University with a BS in Exercise Physiology. From there, he became an Assistant Strength Coach for Troy University for 18 months before joining the Navy in October 2002. Nichols is a retired navy seal. During his time, Nichols was the Active Duty Human Performance Department Head. Notes; Why kids need to be strength training.How strengt

So excited to have Bert Sorin who is the President and Owner of Sorinex Excercise Equipment. Sorinex outfits NFL gyms, Division 1 Colleges, Elite Military facilities as well. He provides so much value for CRO NATION, I was blown away while I was preparing the show notes. He definitely believes in the no bullshit approach to becoming a real man, Enjoy. LEAVE A REVIEW MY FRIENDS- https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cro-podcast/id791250897?mt=2 Notes; Why Sorinex is above the rest of fitness equipment companies. Pops Sorin deadlifting 500lbs for 50 years. Best lift for all men to be doing. Benchmark strength goals.Time between deadlift. Overcoming the excuse of strength lifts at an old age. What Crossfit has done for men. How technology can make sure stronger. Why you should carry a knife everyday. Are you strong enough to protect your family?How to surround yourself with like minded people. Don't die alone.  People; Coach Donnell fr

Today we're taking a break from some guests and I want to talk to you about a special project that I have coming up next week!! Also I want to do some Q&A about myself that I get emailed ever so often.  If you have any questions or want to do some training please do not hesitate to email me CROSTRENGTH@gmail.com Cheers, CRO NATION! 

We're here guys! Episode 50, and there is no better way to start the next 50 than with Dan John. I'm truly humbled just to talk with this man. The amount of service this man has provided to the Strength and Conditioning field is unparalleled. Take your time with this episode and make sure you have your note pad ready because it's packed with information. Here are all the notes, links, and people mentioned in this show. Thank you CRO NATION, Cheers!   Notes; - Muscles that get weak and muscles that get tight with age. - Definition of success.- Finding goals vs. success path.- Manage your workouts better. - Why you need a slow cooker. - Automatic workouts. - Mind before muscle. - Discipline vs. genetics. - Step by step process to achieve goals. - What is basic strength. - Biggest factor for Dan John's success. - What Gary Player told Dan John. - What it takes to fail. - Books that changed Dan John's life. - What kind of books you ne