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    VNR #273: How to Coach a 7x1 Deadlift class.

    30/06/2026 | 40 mins.
    -Matteo is a CrossFit Level 3 Trainer. He is a full time coach. In addition to coaching he is an instrumental part of CrossFit Linchpin & has helped create several Varied Not Random cycles. 
    -In this episode Matteo discusses how he would manage a typical one hour class when the workout of the day is classic heavy day.
    -Pat discussed this topic with Matteo.
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    VNR #272: What can Gym Owners learn from Garage Gyms?

    23/06/2026 | 37 mins.
    -Two topics are tackled today.
    -What can Gym owners learn from Garage Gym athletes?
    -How can modern day CrossFit gyms recapture the “fun & less structured” feeling of the earlier years of CrossFit?
    -Pat & Adrian discuss this topic.
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    VNR #271: Zone 2 Training: Necessary or Not?

    16/06/2026 | 34 mins.
    -Zone 2 training is a form of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise performed at roughly 60-70% of your maximum heart rate.
    -It is usually performed by running, biking or rowing for at least 45 minutes.
    -This training emphasizes aerobic metabolism, where your body primarily burns fat for fuel while building mitochondrial efficiency, capillary density, and overall endurance.
    -It has become a popular topic of discussion in the CrossFit community, but is it necessary to include in your training?
    -Pat & Adrian discuss this topic.
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    VNR #270: Strict Pull-ups are cool. Here’s how to get some.

    09/06/2026 | 43 mins.
    -Strict Pull-ups are a foundational, yet highly challenging movement.
    -In this episode Pat & Adrian discuss why building a base of strict pull-ups is important, as well as how many pull-ups is considered a “base”.
    -They also offer various methods to get your first strict pull-up or get more.
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    VNR #269: Are Certifications necessary to be a good coach?

    02/06/2026 | 22 mins.
    -Mark is a CrossFit trainer & his CFL1 is about to expire.
    -He coaches at a local gym a couple of times each month.
    -He loves coaching & wants to improve, but feels he cannot justify the cost of a CFL1 or CFL2.
    -Mark wants to know how someone should approach certifications vs continuing to learn & improve on one’s own time.
    -Pat & Adrian discuss this topic.
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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. A podcast brought to you by the BTWB team.
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