James Fitzgerald was the first man ever to win the CrossFit Games. He went on to build the fitness empire: OPEX. Today James is sharing some very interesting and possibly polarizing opinions and suggestions around what fitness and the fitness industry are doing and what is actually necessary. We encourage you to give this a listen and let your thou…

If you are wondering how to program and progress yourself or your athlete to the Semi-Finals, this podcast is for you. Listen in as Coach Jason, Tommie, and Jared break down this process from the first interaction with your athlete through the training process and into competition. www.conquerathlete.com…

Ensuring that your athlete is making progress is one of the primary goals of any coach. But how do you do that? And how do you do it for multiple types of athletes? Coach Jay and coach Tommie break down what they do with two very different types of athletes that they work with to keep them moving towards their goals of being the best athlete for th…

When it comes to programming for competitive athletes, how much physical stress is too much? Coach Jason and coach Tommie talk about how to navigate this slippery slope in order to get the optimal physical adaptation from an athlete while balancing the mental side of being uncomfortable. https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

When it comes to coaching athletes, there is a significant difference between coaching an individual and a team. Understanding who plays which role on a team, the personal dynamics, and how to be as efficient as possible when navigating a workout together. There is so much that it really does take a different type of coach to be successful with a t…

How do you add volume into your training for competitive CrossFit? How long does it take to accomplish this task? And how much is too much Volume? These are questions that are glossed over by far too many coaches, just assuming that more is better. Listen in as coach Jason and Tommie chat about this very important subject surrounding programming fo…

Nicki was a 2023 CrossFit Games team athlete, and is a rising star in the sport for sure. She is just continually making improvements and we are so excited to help her along in that process and watch it all unfold. https://www.conquerathlete.com/

With the Quarterfinals behind us, and the Semi's ahead, Coach Jay and Tommie are taking a moment to discuss the situation with the number of penalties that have been handed out to top athletes throughout the online video review process of the Quarterfinals. Is it fair? Are their better ways to execute the online qualifyer? https://www.conquerathlet…

Amy Morton has competed twice at the CrossFit Games, once in 2017 as part of a team, and most recently as a Individual Masters Athlete in the 35-39 age division. Listen in as we get to know Amy a bit better. https://www.conquerathlete.com/

The Quarterfinals are almost a wrap! The teams have gone, and the individuals are up this week. Listen in as Coach Jay and Tommie talk about all things Quarterfinals. AND a bonus conversation at the end of the episode about Mat Fraser and Dave Castro. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/

Mike is a lifelong weightlifter who was a part of the US National Team before making his way into the coaching world. These days he is the head weightlifting coach for Power Monkey Fitness and leads seminars all over the world. Sit back and get to know Mike a bit better. https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

Quarterfinals are almost here, and we are talking this opportunity to offer up some predictions around what we think will most likely be seen at this stage of the CrossFit season. We also go down a few rabbit holes around some CrossFit athletes that you may find entertaining. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

When it comes to the Sport of Fitness, what is more important: Muscular Endurance, or Aerobic Capacity? This is the over arching question that Coach Jay and Coach Tommy discuss throughout this episode. They give their insights and arguments, as well as comparing top athletes with strengths in each area. This was a fun one, we hope you enjoy it as m…

Now that the CrossFit Open is all wrapped up, we are looking forward towards Quarterfinals. Today we discuss how to properly peak your athletes for the next stage in the season. Understanding that there are a lot of varying abilities among athletes in the quarterfinals, we address the peaking process from the perspective of an athlete "on the bubbl…

How much is too much? This is a common question within the sport of CrossFit. Finding that balance between properly preparing for competition and adequately recovering from session to session is absolutely critical. Listen in as Coach Jay and Coach Tommie talk about how they feather in volume to their conquer athlete programs. https://www.conquerat…

Today we have return guest: Dr. Mike T Nelson. Dr. Nelson gives us some insight on the therapeutic uses of various psychedelic compounds, primarily; psilocybin, DMT, and MDMA. We discuss the various possible uses, benefits, and cautions for each, and what they are being used to treat in therapeutic settings. This is a fascinating field of research …

This weeks Spotlight is actually going to shine on one of our own coaches! Coach Ryan Buchiantini has been a part of the team for a while now, and we felt it was high time that you all learn more about him and his wealth of knowledge when it comes to the art of coaching athletes. So sit back and enjoy.…

There are a lot of topics covered on today's show. But the one that you will most likely be interested in is, how can you gain a competitive advantage within the sport of fitness. Coach Jay and coach Tommie take you through all of the finer points here. Get ready to take some notes. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

Today's show was a fun one. We decided to answer a number of questions that were sent in over the last few weeks from clients, followers, and other coaches. We specifically answer questions surrounding ideas around how to effectively add things like volume and intensity into an individual clients program, as well as how to connect with and get buy-…

With the CrossFit Open right around the corner, we thought it was the perfect time to share some insight into how to prep your athletes, not only for the Open, but also for those who have a shot at moving on to Quarter Finals next. More importantly, for those athletes, how do you prep for the Open BUT still PEAK for the Quarter Finals. Coach Jay wa…

Margaux is a multi-time CrossFit Games Athlete, as well as a Titan Games Competitor, she is officially a sponsored GoRuck, Rogue Fitness, and Yeti Athlete. And to top it all off, she is the owner of her own wine company. She is one of the more interesting woman that we know, and is always up to something new. We loved taking some time to chat with …

Today we take about ways that you, or your coach, could be unintentionally sabotaging your program and robbing you of your hard earned gains. We take about the programs themselves, nutrition, recovery, and all the things. Grab your notepad, sit back, and listen. https://www.conquerathlete.com/

Today Coach Jay and Tommy discuss the nuances of what its like to coach at a competition. Coaching at a competition is much different than coaching in the gym or remotely, and the guys discuss these differences as well as the benefits and things that can be learned in this situation. This was a fun recording with a few tangents as well that we thin…

Paul Spada is one of the best Collegiate Strength and Conditioning coaches out there. His knowledge of his craft is undeniable, but it is the level of passion for what he does that really separates him from the pack and helps him to connect with his athletes and get them to their absolute best. https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

Today we welcome on the show the most recent 60-64 CrossFit Games Master's Mens Champion, Stu Swanson. Sit back and enjoy this conversation between Tommy and the Champ.

Today's episode is a discussion between Jay and Tommy centered around competition. How to compete, and how to compete well. Obviously there is the physical side of preparing for a competition, which we discuss on so many of our episodes. Today, however, we lean into the mental and psychological side of what it takes to compete well, and how the coa…

Want to get better at CrossFit?! One of the most fundamental things that you will need is the ability to not tire so quickly. So how does one accomplish such a thing? Coach Jay, and coach Tommy talk all about how to do just that on todays episode. Sit back, grab a notepad, and turn the volume up! https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

Today, Coach Jay and Coach Tommy take some time to talk about common areas where coaches tend to fall short. Not just in coaching their athletes, but in programming for them as well. Often times the fix can be accomplished by actually doing less! Jay and Tommy outline these common areas, and what you can do to improve your ability to connect with, …

When it comes to performance in the gym, it is not just about training the muscles and the movements. You have to train your mental game too. Today's episode is all about how to set yourself up mentally to be more successful in the gym. Coach Jay and coach Tommie outline some actionable steps that you can take as a coach to help facilitate a shift …

Today we talk about some of the changes that we are noticing within the programming of CrossFit competitions and what that means for athletes going into the CrossFit open with hopes of qualifying for Quarter Finals and Semi-Finals. Where should athletes be placing their focus when it comes to training and preparing for the Open? All of this is disc…

Today's episode is a discussion around the practical application of VO2Max test results in programming. This is an incredibly valuable test when it comes to understanding the limitations of an athlete with regard to energy systems. If you know how to interpret the results of a VO2Max test, then you are able to very specifically manipulate an athlet…

At Conquer Athlete, we are constantly re-evaluating our best practices and looking for every opportunity to improve out services. Which is why on today's podcast, we are discussing some of the details surrounding a new methodology when it comes to the art of programming for the competitive athlete. Coach Jay takes us on a short but densely packed e…

We decided to take a deep dive into one of the 10 fatigue limiters that we think is so important. Today we are addressing: Complementary Fatigue. What it is, where it comes from, and how to address it. This is a big one for the coaches out there, because if you are not paying attention, you can create issues with complementary fatigue within your p…

Coach Jay, Tommie, and Chris sit down in this episode to discuss what they feel are some of the most misunderstood concepts within the functional fitness space when it comes to effectively programming. Not only to they identify these areas, but they take some time to provide some guidance surrounding how to actually utilize these methods in an effe…

Coach Jay shares some insights on today episode specifically around where and how various forms of fatigue come into play when training in the sport of CrossFit. Jay not only breaks down the 10 fatigue limiters, but he also provides some guidance regarding how to handle and program effectively around them. Enjoy https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

Today's episode is actually a republication of our second episode over. We are re-sharing this episode because it is one of our favorites, and it is packed full of incredible insight by one the legends in the fitness space, who we have been looking up to since the beginning...Kelly Starrett. Even if you have been with us from the start and have hea…

Today's episode is a spin off of a recent Morning Chalk-Up article where they asked: "Is CrossFit Dead". Without spoiling much of the episode here, let's just say that Coach Jay and Coach Tommie provide their opinions with rationale on that very question. So sit, back and enjoy! And of course, let us know your thoughts on this topic as well. https:…

Now that CrossFit has announced the new home of the 2024 Games will be Fort Worth Texas, we decided to share our thoughts on the move. We discuss what we think the positives will be with this new location, as well as what some of the challenges may look like. Overall though, we will say that this looks like a promising new location to test the Fitt…

Today's episode is more of a freeform conversation between coach Jason and coach Tommie, where they go down a few different rabbit holes surrounding topics like: Performance Enhancers, different expert minds in the fitness space that we refer to for information, and various ways we can seek out to continue to challenge ourselves and grow as we age.…

Dr. Jaime Schehr is a nationally recognized expert in integrative medicine and nutrition, and holds duel licenses as a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Dietitian. In our discussion with Jaime on this episode, we specifically focus on the subject of longevity, what that means, and what practical steps you can do to start moving the needle in th…

Dr. Mike Nelson is a human performance specialist, with a PhD in Exercise Physiology and a MS in Biomechanics. He works with athletes and professionals at all levels to optimize training and nutrition to get the most out of their performance. On today's episode, we specifically target the various fitness fads and crazes being proliferated on social…

Today's episode is the third of our new podcast edition "Conquer Spotlight". Conquer Spotlight is hosted by our very own, Coach Tommy Pomatico. Today, Tommy interviews Nicki Torreggiani, one of the athletes on Crossfit Games CrossFit Milford Team Conquer! Enjoy the episode!Autor: Tommy Pomatico

Mike Molloy is a long time friend, and the nutritionist to numerous CrossFit Games Athletes in addition to a host of general population clients who just want to look and feel better. He has a refreshing and holistic approach to nutrition, wellness, and when appropriate, performance. This last element is where we spend most of the conversation today…

Last week was exciting with the Games taking place out in Madison. Both Jay and Tommie were there behind the scenes coaching the Conquer Athletes. This episode we are going to take a little time to chat about not just their experience there, but also what they both thought regarding the tests and how it was all programmed. These are always fun epis…

Today's episode is the second of our latest podcast series "Conquer Athlete Spotlights". This Conquer Spotlight is hosted by our very own Coach Tommy Pomatico. Today, Tommy interviews one of the members of the Crossfit Games CrossFit Milford Team Conquer, Sierra Cameron! Enjoy the episode!Autor: Coach Tommy Pomatico

Today's episode is the first of our new podcast edition "Conquer Spotlight". Conquer Spotlight is hosted by our very own, Coach Tommy Pomatico. Today, Tommy interviews the captain of the Crossfit Games CrossFit Milford Team Conquer, Tony Facchini! You'll quickly learn that Tony is one of the hardest workers out there. He never found an excuse to mi…

Today we have, not only coach Jay and Tommie, but also coach Brad, and the guys are talking about their various experiences coaching at the Games. They are telling stories, and sharing the lessons that they have learned from those times at the Games. Ultimately it has all lead to being a more effective coach, specifically at the larges stage in the…

Today we have Coach Jay and Coach Tommie chatting about some of the more recent changes within the Sport of Fitness. And in a broader sense, the guys discuss where they think the CrossFit differs from other sports out there, and more to the point...where they think the sport is going long term. https://www.conquerathlete.com/…

Our guest today is Conquer Athlete Coach Brad Giglio. In addition to being an "Individual Design" Coach with us, Brad is also the founder of Apex Nutrition Performance Coaching. Through Apex, Brad has worked with a number of high performing clients, from CEO's, Olympians, Professional Athletes in the NFL and CrossFit Games, as well as Navy Seals, a…

Today's guest is CrossFit Games Athlete, Alex Gazan. Alex is for sure an up and coming star in the CrossFit scene, having almost qualified in the individual division as a teenager in 2021, and following that up making the Games in 2022 at the age of 20. Alex is impressive on the competition floor, but perhaps more impressive is her incredible posit…