Today Ben & Chris sit down with Sam Hagen to discuss his athletic journey and pursuit of reaching a high level as a CrossFit athlete.

Learn how to think more accurately about the recovery process from training & exercise and how to maximize the speed of each of the involved systems.

We discuss how to improve max strength and force potential while bulletproofing an athlete’s joints through proper volume, intensity and movement selection.

Ben & Chris discuss the best ways for a CrossFit athlete to improve upper body pulling & grip strength for regular & legless rope climbs.

Ben & Chris discuss the best technique for regular & legless rope climbs, including how to maximize your climbing effectiveness on the ascent & how to use a J-Hook vs. Fireman’s slide for the descent.

Ben & Stacey sit down with Ashley to discuss how she went from using drugs & being an addict to getting -and staying- clean, opening her own business, and becoming a CrossFit athlete & coach.