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Scaled Nation Podcast

6 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratings

Athena Perez is a CrossFit Level 1 athlete and trainer who has lost over 200 lbs on her journey of self-discovery. Her passion lies in combining what she has learned through CrossFit and weight loss to inspire and empower others to live healthier, happier lives. On each episode, she will dive into various aspects of being part of the scaled community; nutrition, modified movements, body image, mental health, and weight loss - specifically speaking to those that are saving their lives and combatting morbid obesity and chronic disease through CrossFit and nutrition.

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Episodes

Jason Wiese - 400 pounds to Wodapalooza and Inclusive Competitions

March 04, 2020 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MB

In this episode of Scaled Nation Podcast, we’re chatting with Jason Wiess. He has an incredible weight loss story, but this isn’t the ONLY story. Wadapalooza for the very first year offered a division called “beginners” that allowed truly the beginner CrossFit athlete the opportunity to compete on a huge stage.  Jason went from over 400 pounds to competing this year at Wadapalooza in this division. We talk about being inclusive in our boxes – now it’s time to start being inclusive in our com...

How Cheryl Lathrope Lost 183 Pounds

February 16, 2020 02:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Hey, Scaled Nation! If you need a healthy dose of inspiration, then this episode is for you. Today I’m chatting with Cheryl Lathrope, who was recently featured on a January 20, 2020 Morning Chalk Up article. Cheryl has managed to lose 183 pounds over the last eighteen months. She is extremely open about her struggles and triumphs, and you will enjoy the fun, free-flowing conversation that we have about starting such a massive undertaking of changing one’s life.  I especially love the advice...

Let's Talk Arthritis with Dr. Sean Rockett

February 02, 2020 13:00 - 43 minutes - 30.3 MB

In this episode of Scaled Nation Podcast, we are talking about arthritis/osteoarthritis. CrossFit® is perfect for people with arthritic joints because it pushes the joint range of motion and also strengthens the muscles around those joints.  I have an excellent guest on the show today, Dr. Sean Rockett. He is certified in Orthopedic Surgery specializing in shoulder and knee, sports medicine, and hip and knee replacements. You may have seen him on Episode 18.18 of CrossFit® podcast – if you ...

Scaling the Jump Rope with Chris Rawlins

September 08, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

In this episode of Scaled Nation Podcast, we are talking about jump rope. It’s a movement within CrossFit that makes some of us nervous but it’s also a movement that many of us have trouble scaling for various reasons. I have an awesome guest on the show today; Chris Rawlins. He is a jump rope instructor and member of the preferred CrossFit Jump Rope course called Buddy Lee Jump Rope Master Class. I met him when I was out at CrossFit HQ last fall doing team series and the following day, they...

Prepared Meal Delivery - Is It Really Worth It? Part 2

August 26, 2019 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MB

In this episode of Scaled Nation Podcast, we are going to continue talking about a few popular prepared meal delivery services;  Kettlebell Kitchen and Trifecta followed by the option of hiring a personal chef. This is the second half of a two-part series exploring the experience and real costs associated with delivered meals and what you’re actually paying per meal.  You guys heard the background in episode #1 so we won’t rehash. For those of you haven’t heard the first episode, go listen ...

Prepared Meal Delivery - Is It Really Worth It? Part 1

August 10, 2019 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

In this first episode of Scaled Nation Podcast, we are going to dive into several popular meal delivery companies. Origin Meals, Ice Age Meals, and Paleo Power Meals. This is the first half of a two-part series exploring the experience and real costs associated with delivered meals and what you’re actually paying per meal. It sounds great right – no cooking, no prepping? Sign me up!  Part two will feature a breakdown of Kettlebell Kitchen, Trifecta, and consideration of just hiring your own...