Conquer Athlete Podcast
271 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsGet an uncensored deep dive into all things functional fitness, nutrition, and wellness. Head Coach Jason Leydon & the Conquer Team give you a place where you can learn, grow, and laugh.
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CAPC209 - Coaches Round Table #42
June 14, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBLess of a "Round Table" today, and more of "Ted Talk", where coach Jay talks about a common issue that he helps many of his athletes through. Imposter syndrome is more common than many people may think. Jay outlines 9 tactics that he uses to help clients battle through this to come out on top. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC208 - Coaches Round Table #41
June 07, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBOn today's episode Jay and Tommie talk their thoughts surrounding the CrossFit Semi-Finals workouts. What they liked, what they didn't like, and everything in between. Give it a listen, and see if you agree with them or not. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC207 - Coaches Round Table #40
May 31, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MBOne of the most challenging and nuanced things a coach has to do with an athlete is "peak" them for their event, or multiple events within the same season. The two weeks leading up to the event in question, needs to be navigated intelligently, and perhaps slightly differently depending on the athlete and what else they have coming up on their schedule. Coach Jay and Coach Tommie discuss these questions in depth and give a clear approach to how to address them. https://www.conquerathlete....
CAPC206 - Amy Morton & Stu Swanson
May 24, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBAmy and Stu are two incredible athletes. They have both recently punched their respective tickets to the CrossFit Games as masters athletes. Amy took 2nd place in the Open within the 35-39 year old age group, and Stu outright won the Open within the 60-64 year old age group. The most impressive thing about these two is that they are not one dimensional. They both have very full schedules, and yet continue to find the time to train as elite athletes, making it to the absolute pinnacle of th...
CAPC205 - Coaches Round Table #39
May 17, 2023 04:00 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MBOn today's episode, coach Tommie talks about something that all coaches will likely have to deal with at one point or another. A difficult client. This can be a challenge to handle properly. Coach Tommie gives his take on what some acceptable options would be when faced with such a situation. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC204 - Tyler Cooke
May 10, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBTodays guest is Conquer Athlete: Tyler Cooke. Tyler is not only a phenomenal athlete, but he also runs a successful real estate business, is a husband and father of two young children, and is an amazing coach in his own right. Because of this, a large portion of the show revolves around finding balance in life and how to navigate around the things that you can and can not control. This is a good one, and we think that you will agree. Tyler's IG: @classic_coo https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC203 - Aurora Vellante
April 26, 2023 04:00 - 45 minutes - 62 MBToday's guest is one of our very own "Individual Design" Conquer Athletes, Aurora Vellante. Aurora just qualified for Semifinals for the first time and thats not even her most impressive achievement. Aurora is a college professor, CrossFit coach, AND athlete who we could all learn a thing or two from when it comes to time management and achieving goals. She is an impressive lady, and we think that everyone is going to start seeing and hearing a lot more from her. Aurora's IG: @aurorav1313 ...
CAPC202 - Will Carter
April 12, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 53.6 MBToday guest is long time Conquer athlete, Will Carter. Will is an incredibly driven and impressive athlete who has a work ethic that it's hard to find a parallel for. Our conversation with Will today centers a lot around that very topic and can help put into perspective for many of our listeners just what it takes to be a CrossFit Games athlete. Will's IG: @wcarter45 https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC201 - Coaches Round Table #38
April 05, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBOn today's episode, Jay and Tommie review this past weekends Team Quarter Finals workouts. They talk about the programming overall, what they thought of each workout, as well as the collection of workouts together and how they played off each other. Additionally they discuss as a preview, their excitement and thoughts regarding the upcoming Masters workouts. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC200 - Coaches Round Table #37
March 29, 2023 04:00 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MBOn this episode of the podcast the boys discuss the recent Quarter Finals. They talk about the workouts, surprises, the overall format of the Quarter Finals, and where they think some improvements can be made. This is a fun one. Tune in, sit back, and enjoy. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC199 - Coaches Round Table #36
March 15, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBNow that the CrossFit Open is a wrap, we are taking a min to talk about programming for athletes in the subsequent stages of the competitive season. How do we prepare our athletes to not only do well in the Quarterfinals, but more importantly how do to that while getting them ready for Semifinals. We discuss our approach to the programming for both individual and team athletes. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC198 - Coaches Round Table #35
March 08, 2023 05:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBNow that the Open is over, there are undoubtably a lot of us that may be feeling a little disappointed with how it went. Maybe you didn't perform as well as you'd hope, or maybe you did but your body is feeling the aftermath of it all. Today's episode is all about how to get the most out of the past three weeks and how to move forward in the best way possible. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC197 - Coaches Round Table #34
March 01, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MBWhen it comes to forming a winning team...its not always just about getting the top individual athletes on the floor together. There are nuances and relationships that must be built and paid attention to, among many other things. Coach Jay and coach Tom talk about the strategies that they employ to get the most out of their teams that will ultimately lead to a podium finish. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC196 - Kelly and Juliet Starrett
February 22, 2023 05:00 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBToday we welcome Kelly and Juliet to the show to discuss their new book; Built To Move. The Starretts are well known in the fitness industry as leaders of self care and movement experts. Their newest book is an essential read for anyone who is looking to ensure that their body is capable of performing optimally, not only today, but most importantly into your later years. Kelly and Juliet provide 10 vital signs, test, and prescriptions on how to improve and maintain optimal movement for as lo...
CAPC195 - Coaches Round Table #33
February 15, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MBThis weeks episode is a nice little bit of nostalgia. We reminisce about previous years of the CrossFit Open. We talk about favorite Open workouts and why we liked them, as well as some that we were not fans of. This was a fun conversation that anyone who has gone through even just one season of the Open is sure to enjoy listening to as we ready our minds for the announcement of the first workout in the 2023 CrossFit Open season. Enjoy! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC194 - Kate Hastings
February 08, 2023 05:00 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBKate is a Strength coach as well as a Mental and Emotional coach, not to mention a world champion Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. Kate is passionate about helping people overcome challenges, whether it is in the gym, or dealing with past traumas. She has the ability to not only empathize with her clients, but to sympathize as well, considering her own past traumas, which we discuss in this episode. Check her out, she is an incredible woman, with incredible passion. phenyx.fit https://www...
CAPC193 - Coaches Round Table #32
February 01, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MBOn todays episode, Jay and Coach Tommie talk about their philosophies around what it takes to truly build a great athlete from the ground up. They discuss all phases of the development process from the foundation up and give some solid insights into their methodologies, and most importantly, how to maintain longevity within that athletic development. There are a lot of gems within this episode, you are not going to want to miss it. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC192 - Ali Kershner
January 25, 2023 05:00 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBOn this week's episode, we welcome Ali Kershner, Director of Creative Strategy for Art of Coaching. Ali played soccer for Duke University, was a strength and conditioning coach for Stanford and Kansas where she developed a love for training in the weight room. After working with mentors at different collegiate programs, Ali learned to curate a coaching style that nurtures the coach-athlete relationship. Ali has a refreshing perspective on what it means to be a good coach, and we absolutely e...
CAPC191 - Coaches Round Table #31
January 18, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBIf you are looking to be a more competitive CrossFit athlete, or simply want to find a definitive roadmap to improve your level of fitness, then todays discussion is for you. Listen to Coach Jay and Coach Tommie discuss the strategies they use to continuously get the best out of their athletes. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC190 - Coaches Round Table #30
January 11, 2023 05:00 - 55 minutes - 75.5 MBToday the boys got together to chat about what is more important in the Sport of Fitness for an athlete to possess...Strength or Endurance. This was a very in depth discussion that Jay, Chris, and Tommie all had solid points behind. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC189 - Coaches Round Table #29
January 04, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MBAs we enter 2023, Coach Jay takes a few minutes to talk about the systems and practices that he has put in place over the years that has allowed CrossFit Milford and Conquer Athlete to continue to grow and provide a place for gym goers and competitive athletes to thrive, feel at home, and experience the best parts of their day. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC188 - Coaches Round Table #28
December 28, 2022 05:00 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MBAs we approach the start of 2023, we are also inching closer to the 2023 CrossFit Open. On today's episode Jay and Tommie discuss some of the things that athletes and coaches can be doing now to finish out the last year of hard work in preparation for the 2023 season and ensure that this is your best Open performance to date. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC187 - Coaches Round Table #27
December 21, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutes - 52.2 MBAs we approach the end of 2022, the team decided to take this opportunity to share their self reflections with our listeners. Taking time to look back at the path you just walked and highlight moments that taught you something is absolutely essential to the process of growth. Speaking those lessons out loud is yet another step towards realizing them on the journey to becoming the best version of yourself possible. We strongly encourage you to do the same...take a moment to self reflect, and ...
CAPC186 - Bo Sandoval vol. 2
December 14, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBFor this weeks guest, we brought back Bo Sandoval for round 2. Bo is the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Performance at Texas A&M University. He was also the Director of Strength and Conditioning for The UFC as well as the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning at University of Michigan. It is his experience working with D1 combat athletes as well as his time working with the UFC that we focus on within this podcast. This was a fascinating conversation...enjoy! Bo's IG: @ ...
CAPC185 - Dan Forbes
November 30, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBDan Forbes is an online coach through his company: Forbes Performance. He works with people and athletes from all walks of life. One of his primary aims is to help people shift their perspective and habits to assist in facilitating the life that they truly want. This was a very interesting and inspiring podcast. We have no doubt that you will feel the same way. Enjoy! https://forbesperformance.co.uk/ https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC184 - Kenny Santucci
November 23, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MBOn this episode we welcome one of New York's most sought after fitness professionals, Kenny Santucci. Kenny has an inspiring story of harnessing the power of habit to completely transform his life from being an overweight kid to becoming one of the most well known trainers in the cut-throat city of New York. He has had an incredible career and its only continuing to get better. Give this one a listen! https://www.kenny-santucci.com/ Kenny's IG: @kennysantucci https://www.conquerath...
CAPC183 - Bo Sandoval
November 16, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBThis weeks guest is Bo Sandoval. Bo is the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Performance at Texas A&M University. He was also the Director of Strength and Conditioning for The UFC as well as the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning at University of Michigan. Bo has a lot of experience within this area, and it was an absolute pleasure to speak with him on the finer points of how he works with and get the best out of his athletes. Enjoy! Bo's IG: @ bo.sandoval https://www....
CAPC182 - Coaches Round Table #26
November 09, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBOn this episode of the podcast, the coaches discuss something that they are passionate about: training masters athletes. There is a lot to unpack within this episode in regards to managing the complexities of programming for an older athlete. As an athlete ages, there is a lot that changes from their earlier years...physical changes, lifestyle ones, how differently they recover, overall priorities, etc. The list goes on. If you are in this boat, or coach a masters athlete, you are definitely...
CAPC181 - Charlie Weingroff
November 02, 2022 04:00 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBCharlie Weingroff is a highly sought after physical therapist and strength and conditioning coach. He has worked with an incredible list of celebrities, professional athletic teams, and military special operations. He has an approach to training and longevity that is systemic and industry leading. This episode delves into many of his principles and how to apply them across the athletic spectrum, no matter where you lie as an individual. Enjoy! Charlie's website: https://charlieweingroff.co...
CAPC180 - Ali Gilbert
October 26, 2022 04:00 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBOn this weeks episode we welcome Ali Gilbert to the show. Ali is a leader in the field of helping men navigate the confusing landscape of aging and the symptoms that come along with that. Whether its low energy levels, declining cognitive function, low sex drive, or a slump in athletic performance and muscle building, Ali has worked with all types of scenarios, and with all types of men. This is an interesting discussion around the issues mentioned above, but also with the stigma that many m...
CAPC179 - Ben Vantreese
October 19, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 48 MBBen is a long time athlete and gym owner with a degree in exercise physiology who has leaned into the sport of climbing. He has focused his business on helping the climbing enthusiast train and stay healthy for their time on the mountain. This was a very interesting conversation that we think you will get a lot out of whether you are a climber or no. Give it a listen! Ben's Busines: Off The Mountain - https://www.otmstrength.com/
CAPC178 - Coaches Round Table #25
October 12, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 65.9 MBHow do you select the coach that is going to be the best for you? How do you sift through all of the options out there and determine who is going to vibe with you the best and help you reach all of your fitness and performance goals? This is not an easy question, as there are many many coaches out there with various skill levels and various approaches. What do YOU need and what works best for YOU. Listen in as the team discusses this very nuanced issue. Enjoy. https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC177 - Adrian Bozman
October 05, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 64.9 MBToday we welcome back Director of the CrossFit Games, Adrian Bozman for his second appearance on the podcast. This time our topic of conversation is, unsurprisingly, the 2022 CrossFit Games, where Boz was responsible for programming the entire event for the first time. This was an interesting discussion, we talk a lot about where his mind was at while programming the event, as well as how it was received, and where the trajectory of the Games is going in the future. Enjoy! Adrian's IG: apb...
CAPC176 - Coaches Round Table #24
September 21, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBThis weeks episode is all about preparing for the CrossFit Open. The Conquer coaches sit down and talk about how you can take steps NOW to make sure that this years Open is your best one yet. They talk specifically about mindset and programming, as well as how to prepare yourself generally for whats to come. You are not going to want to miss this one, it is filled with all the goodies! Enjoy https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC175 - Mike Moeller
September 14, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBOn todays episode we welcome Dr. Mike Moeller to the show. Dr. Moeller is a licensed naturopath who has devoted his life to helping men look and feel their best. His approach with clients begins with needed changes to lifestyle, diet, supplementation, and potentially pharmaceuticals. These could come in the form of testosterone, growth hormone, or possibly peptides. Dr. Moeller talks a lot on the show about potential benefits, and side effects to various treatment options, and what you shoul...
CAPC174 - Manny Alayon
September 07, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBManny is a successful CrossFit affiliate owner who has been able to take that success and pass it on to his coaches. A common problem we see in the CrossFit space is that it is often times unrealistic for CrossFit coaches to have the ability to work full-time in a way that can actually support a lucrative way of life. Manny has taken his philosophies and systems and leveraged them to change that issue. He employs 4 full-time coaches at his affiliate (NorthEast CrossFit), and they are able to...
CAPC173 - Coaches Round Table #24
August 24, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MBOn todays episode of the podcast, the coaches sit down and outline their step by step process on how they work with the population of masters athletes. There are many nuances when it comes to working with this demographic that is lost on most coaches. If the proper approach isnt taken...it can lead to a much higher chance of injury or failure than would be the case when working with a typical athlete in their early 20's. And having just come off a CrossFit Games Masters win, this seemed like...
CAPC172 - 2022 CrossFit Games
August 17, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBOn this weeks episode of the Conquer Athlete Podcast, the guys talk about the 2022 CrossFit Games. They specifically discuss the programming under the new director of the Games, Adrian "Boz" Bozman. Highlighting how Boz put his own signature on the Games events. They also chat about various issues that were noted during the competition, such as the skipping of laps on the bike event. Tune in to hear all of the details! Enjoy!
CAPC171: Coaches Round Table #23
August 10, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBSit down with the coaches of Conquer athlete and listen in as they discuss the nuances of how to program for your athletes. They go into step by step progressions on how to take your athlete from their starting point, all the way through to their goals. Enjoy
CAPC170 - Mike T Nelson Vol. 2
August 03, 2022 04:00 - 57 minutes - 79 MBDr. Mike T. Nelson has spent 18 years of his life learning how the human body works, specifically focusing on how to properly condition it to burn fat and become stronger, more flexible, and healthier. He’s been called in to share his techniques with top government agencies, universities and colleges, fitness organizations and fanatics. The techniques he’s developed, and the results Mike gets for his clients have been featured in international magazines, in scientific publications, and on ...
CAPC169 - Julien Pineau Vol.2
July 27, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 65 MBThis is VOLUME 2 of our chat with Julien Pineau. Check out our first discussion with him from episode 166 of the Conquer Athlete Podcast. Today we chat about the "do's and don'ts" of what it takes to be a good coach, as well as some other philosophies surrounding the subject. Enjoy!! IG: @julienpineau1
CAPC168 - Jenn Ryan
July 20, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MBOn today episode we have Jenn Ryan. Jenn is a 6 time CrossFit Games athlete, which is an impressive feat on its own. But Jenn is also a Nurse, and Integrative Health and Nutritional Coach. We dive into so many topics surrounding how to take charge of your nutrition, training, and life. We really think you'll enjoy this one. Jenn's IG: jenn__ryan
CAPC167 - Eamon Coyne and Ron Ortiz
July 13, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MBEamon and Ron as both CrossFit Games Masters Athletes. Ron having competed more than 10 times and winning twice, and Eamon competing at the Games for his first time last year. They both as passionate about providing opportunities for masters athletes and ensuring that their experience is the best possible. Eamon, although with a small group founded the Masters Fitness Collective during 2020, and it is continuing to grow and offer excellent competitive opportunities for athletes. Give a lis...
CAPC166 - Julien Pineau
July 06, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBJulien Pineau is a movement focused specialist. He has athletic backgrounds in a variety of areas from competitive swimming, to mixed martial arts, strongman, and more. He is movement focused first and foremost, and he uses his unique methodologies to help train some of the highest level athletes out there. Enjoy. IG: @julienpineau1
CAPC165 - David Osorio
June 29, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBDavid is the owner of CrossFit South Brooklyn, and has been for 15 years. He also heads up the CrossFit Round Table program. When it comes to fostering community and doing so with passion, David is at the front. On this episode he talks a lot about what it takes to run a successful affiliate and how to ensure that your members are happy. Dont miss this one!
CAPC164 - Fee Saghafi
June 22, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBFee is a CrossFit Games athlete who trains alongside Scott Panchik out of CrossFit Mentality. Outside of Fees impressive athleticism, she is just an infectiously positive person. There is no doubt in our mind that if you didnt already love Fee, after listening to this episode, you absolutely will. Enjoy! Fee's IG: @fee.saghafi
CAPC163 - Adrian Bozman
June 15, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MBAdrian Bozman is a long time staple in the CrossFit community. He has been involved almost from the very beginning. He has recently transitioned from the role of Head Judge at the CrossFit Games, to the Director of Programming for the Games. Boz is an insightful guy, and is clearly very passionate about what her does. We think you will really enjoy this episode. Adrian's IG: apbozman
CAPC162 - Jason Ackerman
June 08, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 65.9 MBJason Ackerman is a 3 time CrossFit Affiliate owner. He has been in the health and fitness world for over 25 years. Currently Jason is a Level 4 CrossFit coach on the CrossFit seminar staff. He also hows the "Best Hour of Their Day" Podcast, which is geared toward coaches and affiliate owners, and helps both bring their absolute best to their members. Jason is a wealth of knowledge and is clearly passionate about what her does. There are no shortage of gems of knowledge on this episode, and ...
CAPC161 - Coaches Round Table #22
June 01, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MBThe entire Conquer coaching staff sits down to discuss their thoughts surrounding the first week of the Semifinals. They discuss the workouts at each event, why they did and didnt like certain ones, as well as predictions on who we are likely to see on top of the podium at the Games after watching some of the performances out there. This was a fun one to listen to. We hope you find it just as enjoyable! https://www.conquerathlete.com/
CAPC160 - Coaches Round Table #21
May 25, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBOn todays episode of the podcast, the coaches sit down to talk about an aspect of coaching that is ofter not discussed. How to handle the mental side of competing, specifically when an athlete doesnt perform as well as they had hoped. This conversation centers a lot around communication and how to have constructive forms of communication between coaches and athletes. This is a good one, we hope you think so too. https://www.conquerathlete.com/