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Escapist CornerPillar 1: The Keystone Habit of Health few actually useWelcome to the first episode of our brand-new series: The 4 Pillars of Health, the foundation we use at Escapist CrossFit to build real, lasting results.In this episode, we focus on Pillar 1: Training — and why it’s more than just exercise.✅ The science behind why training improves mood, brain function & lifespan✅ What counts as “real training” vs. just being active✅ How Escapist CrossFit designs training to build lifelong results✅ Why motivation doesn’t matter once you become the type of person who trainsWe’ll also share how strength training reduces all-cause mortality, ho...2025-05-0119 min
Escapist CornerPart 6: Threonine – The Gut, Skin & Immune Booster | Essential Amino Acids SeriesIn Part 6 of our Essential Amino Acids Series, we explore the overlooked but powerful amino acid Threonine.Without enough threonine, your gut lining weakens, your immunity drops, and your skin health suffers.In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ How threonine protects your gut and prevents leaky gut✅ Why threonine deficiency leads to inflammation & immune decline✅ The real symptoms and long-term effects of a leaky gut✅ Which foods give you the highest threonine bioavailability✅ What blocks threonine uptake & how to optimize absorption✅ Shocking study results on how fast your health declines without enough threonin...2025-03-3014 min
Escapist CornerPart 4: Lysine for Stronger Immunity, Collagen Production, and Mental Well-BeingLysine is one of the most underrated essential amino acids, yet it plays a critical role in immune defense, tissue repair, collagen production, and even stress reduction.In this fourth episode of our Essential Amino Acids Series, we break down:✅ How lysine strengthens the immune system and reduces viral infections✅ The link between lysine and collagen for better skin, joints, and bones✅ Why lysine deficiency may lead to slower recovery and weakened immunity✅ Best food sources of lysine per 100g serving✅ The connection between lysine and serotonin levels—how it helps with anxiety💥 Plus...2025-03-1012 min
Escapist CornerMy Thoughts on The Open & CrossFit GamesIn this episode, Rickard dives into the CrossFit Open and its deeper impact beyond just competition. Responding to a heartfelt email from a former member, he discusses the challenges, emotions, and questions surrounding the Open, especially when workouts feel “too hard” or beyond our abilities.Topics covered:• The CrossFit Games vs. The CrossFit Open – Are they really the same thing?• Why stepping out of your comfort zone leads to the biggest breakthroughs.• The importance of community and why the Open is more than just a leaderboard.• How approachin...2025-03-0713 min
Escapist CornerPart 3: Valine – The Key to Endurance, Recovery, and Brain FunctionMost people know about leucine and its role in muscle growth, but valine is the hidden powerhouse for endurance, muscle recovery, and brain function. If you struggle with fatigue, slow recovery, or mental fog, valine might be what you're missing.In this third episode of our Essential Amino Acids Series, we explore:✅ How valine delays fatigue and increases endurance✅ The surprising link between valine and neurotransmitter function✅ Best food sources of valine per 100g serving✅ Why valine helps reduce post-workout soreness✅ What enhances or blocks valine absorption✅ Why BCAA drinks may not be the best option for...2025-03-0317 min
Escapist CornerPart 2: Isoleucine – The Metabolic Regulator You Didn’t Know You NeededEveryone talks about leucine for muscle growth, but what about isoleucine? It might just be the most underrated amino acid for your metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and endurance.In this second episode of our Essential Amino Acids Series, we explore:✅ How isoleucine boosts insulin sensitivity and reduces blood sugar spikes✅ The surprising link between isoleucine and fat burning during exercise✅ The best isoleucine-rich foods per 100g serving✅ Why BCAA supplements may fail without complete proteins✅ The surprising effect of isoleucine on brain function—revealed at the end!💥 Plus: Stay with us until the end for a study t...2025-02-2418 min
Escapist CornerPart 1: Leucine – The Essential Amino Acid for Metabolic Health and LongevityEveryone knows leucine for muscle growth—but what if I told you that its true power lies in metabolic health, insulin regulation, and even brain function?In this first episode of our Essential Amino Acids Series, we break down:✅ What leucine is and why it’s crucial for your body✅ How leucine improves insulin sensitivity and regulates blood sugar✅ The surprising connection between leucine and brain health✅ Foods with the highest leucine content💥 Plus: Stick around until the end for a surprising study about leucine and cognitive function that you don’t want to miss!🎙 We’...2025-02-1722 min
Escapist CornerSelf Sacrifice is Selfish?Most parents would never let their kids suffer. Most business owners would never let their business crash. So why are so many neglecting their own health?In this episode of Escapist Corner, we dive into the self-sacrifice trap that parents and business owners fall into—and why putting yourself last could be the most destructive decision you ever make.We cover: Why self-care isn’t selfish—it’s leadership How neglecting your health sets a bad example for your kids and your team The real cost of burnout on your family and business How fitness builds...2025-02-1412 min
Escapist CornerDiabetes - WHO Nutrition Guidelines Dangerous?The World Health Organization (WHO) sets global health guidelines that influence doctors, institutions, and government policies, but what happens when those guidelines are fundamentally flawed?In this episode, we break down the WHO’s diabetes nutrition recommendations and why they don’t make sense from both a scientific and common-sense perspective.We discuss: • Why the WHO claims to “not recommend restrictive diets” but actively restricts protein and saturated fat • The misleading claim that carbohydrate sources “don’t matter” for diabetics • How Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) expo...2025-02-1023 minEscapist CornerThe Blueprint for the Future CEO – Why High Performance Is More Than Just BusinessWhat does the CEO of the future look like? It’s not just about intelligence, strategy, or networking anymore—the future leader must think and perform like an athlete.In this episode of Escapist Corner, we break down how high-performance principles from sports and fitness will define the most successful leaders of the future. Whether you run a business, lead a team, or just want to optimize your own life, this episode will help you think like a CEO of yourself and apply these principles to maximize your output.We c...2025-02-0615 minEscapist CornerThe Secret to Staying Consistent: Why Most People Fail at Fitness (And How to Fix It)Consistency is the ultimate key to success in fitness, business, and life. But why is it so hard to maintain? In this episode of Escapist Corner, we dive into the real reason people fail to stick with their fitness goals and what science says about accountability and long-term success.After attending the Coaches Congress in Stockholm, Rickard shares insights from leading fitness researchers, including a shocking study where only 10 to 15 percent of participants completed an eight-week fitness program even though they were already experienced athletes.2025-01-2908 min
Escapist CornerThe Truth About Back Pain: Why your Doctor is wrong80% of adults will experience back pain, but what if I told you your doctor is wrong about what’s causing it? In this episode of Escapist Corner, we break down the real reasons for back pain (hint: it’s NOT just posture or a weak core) and give you a simple 5-step strategy to fix it.🎧 Listen now & take control of your back health!2025-01-2119 min
Escapist CornerThe Hidden Costs of Being Unfit: Eye-Opening Stats You Need to KnowIn this episode of Escapist Corner, we dive deep into the true cost of being unfit and it’s not just about you. With shocking statistics from Germany and beyond, Rickard discusses how poor lifestyle choices impact not only personal health but also your workplace, family, and society as a whole.From personal anecdotes to the staggering €77 billion annual cost of sick days in Germany, Rickard breaks down how our choices today determine our future financially, mentally, and physically. This episode offers practical advice on how to turn things around, focusing on small daily habi...2025-01-1216 minEscapist CornerProcess to set 2025 GoalsHey!In this episode I help you to set goals for 2025.Follow the plan and write down your wins and lessons.Let’s go!2025-01-0808 minEscapist CornerFun, Progress, and the Bigger Picture for 2025In this episode, we’re diving deep into the updates for next year, reflecting on what keeps us motivated, and why "looking better naked" is just the beginning. From building lifelong habits to improving health span and impacting lives, this is about creating meaningful change—starting in our gym and spreading outward.
Here’s what you’ll hear:
The philosophy behind training for fun and consistency.
Why improving health span matters more than ever.
Exciting updates and improvements for personal training, group programs, and onboarding.
How the stories of our members inspire us to do better every da...2024-12-1912 minEscapist Corner100,000 Clients - My Lessons8 years of Escapist CrossFit And here are our main lessons.2024-11-2614 minEscapist CornerHow to impress yourselfToday a quick exercise in how you quickly can surprise yourself 😊
- What is Fitness?
- Hopper model
- Facing the hard
- Your actions inspire others
Amen2024-09-0910 minEscapist CornerFear of judgmentIn this episode I talk about how fear are holding us back ans what we can do to overcome them.2024-09-0212 minEscapist CornerZukunft von CrossFit mit Chris BrandtChris Brandt ist owner von CrossFit Schmelztiegel in Heidelberg und heute sprechen wir über viele Themen in CrossFit.
- Woher kommt es?
- Was macht CrossFit Schmelztiegel aus?
- Wie findet man eine gut Box?
- Zukunft von CrossFit?2024-08-3059 minEscapist Corner10 KEY POINTS OF ATOMIC HABITS BY JAMES CLEARIn this episode of Escapist Corner, I dive into the powerful insights from James Clear's best-selling book, Atomic Habits.
Join us as we break down 10 key points that can transform the way you approach habits, productivity, and personal growth.
From the power of tiny changes to the importance of identity-based habits, we'll explore how small, consistent actions can lead to extraordinary results.
Whether you're looking to build new habits, break old ones, or simply improve your daily routines, this episode offers practical takeaways that y...2024-08-2613 min
Escapist CornerPrevent Cancer with Exercise & NutritionIn this episode of The Escapist Corner, we explore:
The Link Between Nutrition and Cancer: How poor dietary choices, particularly high sugar and alcohol intake, contribute to cancer development through mitochondrial dysfunction.
Mitochondrial Dysfunction: Understanding how damaged mitochondria are a key factor in the development of cancer and other chronic diseases.
The Warburg Effect: Why cancer cells thrive on glucose and how this knowledge can influence dietary strategies for cancer prevention.
Ketosis as a Potential Cancer-Fighting Tool: Exploring the science behind ketogenic diets and how ketosis may help "starve" cancer cells by depriving them of glucose.
The Importance of An...2024-08-2220 minEscapist CornerWomen & Men get this wrong about TestosteroneTestosterone is one of the most important hormones in our bodies.
But how do you know if you have high or low levels of testosterone?
And why is it so important?2024-08-0117 minEscapist Corner10 Reasons why Fitness makes you More Money10 reasons why we make more money when we get fitter.
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2024-07-2916 minEscapist CornerWhy people start CrossFit, keep doing it, and who quits?Why people start CrossFit, keep doing it, and who quits?
Get an overview of why people start CrossFit 🤓2024-07-2514 minEscapist CornerAre you overwhelmed? This is for youWe have all been there but how are you responding to it? 😊2024-07-2211 minEscapist CornerBalancing Family, Fitness, Finance & FreedomI try to walk through our priorities in life 🥳2024-07-1808 minEscapist CornerNot losing fat? Not building muscle? Here is what to do!Have you had stubborn fat? Or have you gone to the gym and not seen any progress? This is the episode for you.2024-07-1512 minEscapist CornerWhat is fitness - The 4 Different ModelsWe dig into the different models of fitness today, so buckle up and let’s go!2024-07-0813 minEscapist CornerBridging the Gap: Fitness and SuccessPodcast Summary
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating connection between maintaining a great training routine and achieving success in various aspects of life. We explore how fitness, although a relatively modern concept, has roots in ancient practices designed to prepare for physical and strategic challenges. By examining the mental, physical, and disciplinary benefits of regular exercise, we aim to bridge the gap between understanding its importance and incorporating it into everyday life. Join us as we discuss overcoming common barriers, creating a supportive community, and inspiring a movement that prioritizes health and wellness over detrimental influences like the...2024-07-0418 minEscapist CornerThe Solution to all your ProblemsWelcome to a burning hot new episode 😊💪 Today we are going to talk about solutions 🚀2024-07-0109 minEscapist CornerWhy I don’t like ChippersIn this episode we disect what chippers are and what to do instead.2024-06-2710 minEscapist CornerDifference between Spinning, Hyrox, CrossFit etc.Today we dig into this common topic. What is the difference?2024-06-2515 minEscapist CornerWhat inspired Escapist CrossFitIn this episode I talked about what gives me the drive to do these things.2024-06-1608 min
Escapist CornerThe Science of Fitness: Understand CrossFit Workouts1. High intensity 2. stregth 3. Functional Movements 4. Mobility 5. Recovery2024-06-1309 min
Escapist CornerMonday Motivation: 10 Quick Stoic lessonsIn this episode I give you 10 quick stoic lessons to set yourself in the right mindset for the week 🚀2024-06-0310 minEscapist CornerReverse your aging by avoiding these mistakesIn this episode I talk about aging and how we can get older and fiteer at the same time. Basically reversing your metabolic age.2024-05-2809 minEscapist CornerWhat I learned about Brown fat and White Fat from Dr. Ben BikmanIn this episode we go deep in the talks about fat 😊2024-05-2616 minEscapist Corner5 Steps for a better mindsetIn todays episode we go though five steps to improve our mindset 🚀2024-05-2315 minEscapist CornerShort: Time Audit and change your lifeUse these tactics to get more out of your life. 🚀2024-05-2010 minEscapist CornerShort: 4 Phases of Fitness and how they can help youHey! Today we talk about the 4 phases of fitness 💪2024-05-1713 min
Escapist CornerShort: Origin, Struggles & Where we GoIn this epic I talk about the origin of Escapist, our struggles and where we want to go.2024-05-1412 min
Escapist Corner#60 How to get through setbacksWe all deal with setbacks but the difference is how we handle them.
Listen to Rebecca and Wanda about how to get through them.
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Escapist CornerShould you listen to a Doctor that smokes?So often we get recommendations from doctors when it comes to our health and fitness. But how much experience do doctors have with training and nutritoin themselves? Well, let's say we have some experiences to share on this topic.2022-09-2824 minEscapist Corner#058 Nutrition Talk - Our routinesIn this episode Rickard and Rebecca talk about their routines and how it plays out in daily life.
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Escapist Corner#057 Being preparedWelcome to another episode where we are talking about being better prepared for holidays and otherwise the you go through rough periods.
What should you eat? What should you drink? How to prepare?2021-11-2532 min
Escapist Corner#056 Does Body Dysmorphia effect us all?Dear all, today we go down the weeds of a bit of a sensitive topic but a topic that affects us all. We discuss our experiences but also some of the underlaying machines maybe causing body dysmorphia.
Share your thoughts if you have any experience with this phenomenon?2021-09-231h 30
Escapist Corner#055 Changing the World with Eric Roza CEO CrossFitHi dear watchers and listeners! We had the great honour to meet and talk to the CEO of CrossFit, Eric Roza. This episode we dive into the psychology of leadership, CrossFit and how we have changed and grown as a community.
You also get to know what inspired Eric Roza to become a great musician and what he tends to listen to.
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Escapist Corner#054 Finding the RIGHT WAY through fears?How to approach fears, workouts and mindset
In todays episode we walk through some fears and phobias within fitness, crossfit movements and in general in life.
How do we approach fears and how to we make progress over time?
We also talk through coaching and ways to get others to understand their path.
Check out our playlist for more podcasts and talks.
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Escapist Corner#053 Who is the right coach for you? [PODCAST]New episode out of the Escapist Corner! In this episode we go through some exiting news for the box. Main topic of the conversation is however what type of coach your should have. Most people need different coaches for different needs and a coach is the one who brings you to a desired result as possible. Happy listening! Episodes also available on Spotify and iTunes.
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Escapist Corner#052 Biceps boobs and bananasToday we talk about...nutrition!
People think eating a strawberry yoghurt is healthy...but is it?
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Escapist Corner#50 Showing upWhat does it mean to show up?
How do you prepare for training? For work? For life?
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http://www.escapistcorner.com2021-03-251h 01Escapist Corner#049 History of weightliftingIn todays episode we dive in to the history of weightlifting and connect that to the origins of competition.
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Sie erzählt wie sie ins Crossfit gekommen ist und wir reden über tips für Training, Ernährung und Mindset.
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Escapist Corner#046 Changing habits & Stop excusesWe got a viewer and listener request to talk about changing habits and how to create them.
We go through some practical ways to change habits and especially the mindset around these habits.
Let us know what you struggle with?
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Escapist Corner#045 Alpha Ancestral Diet with Maria KalikasHey ho,
today we talk to Maria Kalikas who shares her story and how her life got turned up side down as a teenager when she got diagnosed with diabetes. After that nothing stayed normal anymore.
The doctors told her she should take more medicines but she found a better way.
That was through changing her diet and nutrition.
We go through how she started with her new diet and lifestyle.
Happy listening!
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Rickard on instagram...2021-03-0356 minEscapist Corner#044 Box Owner Battle and Open Prep [Podcast]Welcome to another episode of the escapist corner.
Today Rickard and Rebecca speak about the box owners battle and how it happened.
The open is also approaching us so how do you train for it?
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We also talk about motivation and how to use the open to get your training together again.
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Escapist Corner#041 What to do about our insecuritiesIn todays episodes we talk about insecurities and how to overcome them.
Most of us have had insecurities and today we dig a bit deeper about them in different topics.
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Escapist Corner#040 Having limitations and starting trainingIn todays episode we talk about limitation in your training and how to adapt training for everyone. It applies to people just starting with training but also to people who have been training for a long time and end up in a new situation due to injuries or similar.
Have you been challenged with chronic pain or other limitations?
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Escapist Corner#039 Dr Joel Kahn - Tips for better vegan dietHey guys,
Here another great episode where we meet one of the veterans when it comes to the plant based community. Dr. Joel Kahn is an author of 6 books that specifically go through different aspects of the vegan lifestyle. He run the clinic Kahns Longevity Center in Detroit.
This episode goes through many topics but here some main headlines:
1. Dr. Joel Kahn background and story. How he got started and his experience of being vegan over 40 years.
2. Common mistakes vegans do when it comes to their nutrition and their diet and some e...2021-01-181h 14
Escapist Corner#038 CrossFit Reise durch Europa entdecken mit dem "Virtuellen Box Tour"Willkommen alle zusammen!
Heute treffen wir die Köpfe hinter den virtuelle box tour.
Das ist Lisa aus CrossFit Liberty, Thorben aus CrossFit Altevo und Raul aus CrossFit Muc.
Seitdem letzen Lockdown bieten die zusammen mit fast 100 anderen CrossFit boxen virtuelle Kurse und Programme.
Die haben damit auch viele Seminare och Gäste gesammelt die nun von alle Mitgliedern gesehen werden können.
Unterstütze deine lokale Box!
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2021-01-1453 min
Escapist Corner#037 Following Individual Nutrition Plan & the Carnivore DietToday we dig deep into the nutrition trenches as we talk about how it is to follow a rigid nutrition plan.
What does it take? And who should do it?
We also talk about the carnivore diet and common myths about the diet.
Have you done a diet or follow a nutrition plan? How did it go?
Please share you thoughts and what you think.
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Escapist Corner#036 What is wrong with the fitness industry?Yay folks,
another great episode out here where we smash the fitness industry for example:
* Nutrition
* Fad movement
* Instagram influencers
* Equipment
and much more!
What comes to your mind?
Please leave a nice review, that would mean a lot to us.
Thank you!
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Escapist Corner#035 Goals for 2021, New Years Resolutions & The OpenLast days of the year are here and today we talk about goals and especially New Years resolutions and why they work for some and why they don't work for others.
We also go through some of the structure of the new Crossfit games open and how we will be working on that season.
At the end we cap up with out book tips for this year:
7 habits of highly effective people by Stephen Covey
Easy Way books by Allen Carr
Deep Survival by Laurence Gonzales
Mindset...2020-12-311h 08Escapist Corner#034 Bulky women and misconceptions of CrossFitHey today we had a great conversation about the common misconceptions of crossfit.
Do women get bulky?
Is crossfit causing injuries?
How does crossfit make you better outside the gym?
What about crossfit and other sports?
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2020-12-2257 min
Escapist Corner#033 What about Peloton?In todays episode we talk about the peloton and other fitness apps.
What is your opinion about these apps?
What have you tried?
Please share and rate our podcast!
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http://www.escapistcorner.com2020-12-161h 13Escapist Corner#032 LOCKDOWN 6 ways to see the benefitsIn this episode we go thought 6 ways to use the lockdown to your benefit. The same principles also apply to us when we have other setbacks in life and things are out of our control it comes back to the things we can control.
We hope this episode helps you and feel free to share it and please do rate it and like it.
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Escapist Corner#031 Cancel your subscription - what is your priority?In todays episode Rickard talks about priorities.
In the middle of second lockdown of the corona pandemic many of us have to check our expenses and priorities.
A common phenomenon is that people pause or cancel their memberships but still keep things like Netflix and amazon prime running.
Is it important to have Netflix?
Is it important to have amazon prime?
Is it important to you that there is a gym when things go back to normal?
2020-11-2710 min
Escapist Corner#030 Finding Motivation with Jason Ackerman "Best Hour of their Day"Today we meet Jason Ackerman who is a L4 Crossfit Coach, author, podcaster and serial entrepreneur.
This episode is packed with information about:
- purpose of coaching
- diet and motivation
- how to find your inner drive
Check our Jasons podcast
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Escapist Corner#029 Finding Purpose with Claire WolfertToday we meet Claire Wolfert who is a former coach at Escapist Crossfit.
This episode we talk about:
- finding purpose
- not being content
- parenting
- how many end up chasing stuff others think are important
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Escapist Corner#028 Understanding Insulin & Ketones with Ben BikmanToday we meet Dr. Prof. Ben Bikman who is an expert in metabolic disease and specialised in the functions of medicine and its effects on the human body.
This episode is packed with information about:
- insulin
- ketones
- what food affects insulin
- what brown fat and white fat are
- what diet works for sports and muscle growth
- what diet are good for longevity and health
- can you get insulin resistant on a ketogenic diet
- what oils to eat and not to ea...2020-07-141h 36
Escapist Corner#027 Debunking bad science with Frank MitloehnerWelcome to another fresh episode of the Escapist Podcast today with Professor Frank Mitloehner.
Here about Frank: "I am a faculty member in the Department of Animal Science at the University of California, Davis. We are specialized in measurements and mitigation of greenhouse gases, volatile organic compounds, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, and particulate matter and the study of their effects on human- and animal health and welfare. In short, our lab investigates the nexus of agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability."
We go through many pieces in this podcast all from meat industry, the lob...2020-07-091h 09
Escapist Corner#026 "They've made my business illegal" with Daniel ChaffeyWelcome to a new episode and today we meet Daniel Chaffey who is the owner of CrossFit Louvre in Paris and CrossFit Bordeaux.
He is also the founder of the French Throwdown which has grown for every year.
Daniel is also helping hundreds of other businesses with leadership and training and he is a real inspiration.
We talk a fair amount about the corona situation and also get some insights in how CrossFit now fights for the small businesses to become an essential part of the health system.
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Escapist Corner#025 Zustand der Fitness und Gastroindustrie mit Alexander StockWir hatten heute das Vergnügen mit Alexander Stock zu sprechen. Er ist ein erfahrener Unternehmensberater und leidenschaftlicher Crossfiter aus Nürnberg. Der hat über 20 Jahre Erfahrung aus der Fitnessindustrie und der teilt viele von seiner Erfahrungen mit.
Wir besprechen den Unterschied zwischen Crossfit und normale Fitnessstudios und wer aus der Coronakrise gestärkt kommen könnte. Was könnte die Gastrowelt von der CrossFit welt lernen? Und was könnte die Crossfit Anbieter von der Gastro lernen?
Danke fürs hören!
Wenn ihr Fragen n Alex habt könnt ihr ihn dire...2020-05-191h 02
Escapist Corner#024 Carnivore for Optimal Health Dr. Shawn BakerIn todays episode we meet Dr. Shawn Baker who has a very exiting and versatile background. After practicing medicine for over 27 years he quit working at the hospital and started helping people with their lifestyle.
He has written a book called the Carnivore Diet and is the founder of meatrx.com Listen to this podcast and you will learn a lot!
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Escapist Corner#023 Re-inventing real estate...again with Yoni Karako Co-Founder VonderWelcome to todays episode and thanks for taking time to listen to this channel.
In this episode I meet Yoni Karako who is one of the founders of the Berlin based company called Vonder.
Vonder is a new type of way to meet the needs of millennials in the housing market and before the corona crisis happened they were on the right path. Now with the crisis in its deepest phase Vonder needed to re-think and adapt to the new future to come.
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Escapist Corner#022 Rob Hamblen - One of the worlds best Product DesignersIn this episode we meet Rob Hamblen who is one of the worlds best product designers.
He has been coaching and working with all the top-tier companies in Silicon Valley and has now started his new Venture LEAP.
Rob shares his experience of how to start his company, about his first clients and how design springs and product design really work.
Rob is a happy and funny guy and you will enjoy this conversation.
check out LEAPs homepage at: http://www.betheleap...2020-04-2850 min
Escapist Corner#021 Rette die Bürger durch CrossFit - mit Nadine Krajewski [DEUTSCH]In this episode we talk about the online petition that Nadine Krajewski put out with the request to open up the Crossfit boxes in Germany again.
Fill in the petition here:
https://www.openpetition.de/petition/online/wiedereroeffnung-der-crossfit-boxen-in-deutschland-zum-ende-april?fbclid=IwAR0ltgecPJWCE10xg7qFCdkTeb_RYQDep4Ngr7eN_hemK1X44FfvzFEri1w
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Cheers!2020-04-2045 minEscapist Corner#020 Best Tips for Hiring and getting a job with Doug WebbWelcome to Escapist Corner!
We want to share ideas that make you grow as a human being.
Today we meet Doug Webb who is a HR expert and has tons of experience in hiring and recruiting.
We share many useful tips for how to find a job, and also how to find employees!
Thanks for listening and please give us feedback on what you think.
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Escapist Corner#019 JIM CROWELL CEO OPEXHey all!
In this episode we meet the CEO of OPEX Jim Crowell.
He has a background as a finance broker of hedge funds, has started two gyms and then sold them, completed in the Crossfit Games 2015 and...the list goes on.
Jim has gone though the most and gives us great lessons and tips when it comes to business, life and training.
We hope you like this episode and make sure to subscribe to our channel.
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Escapist Corner
Homepage:
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Escapist CornerTEAM ESCAPIST #003: WHAT IS CROSSFIT?This episode is for those who are interested in knowing more about why crossfit workouts are build as they are.
It also goes through and explains what intensity is and which will benefit anyone who is training or coaching crossfit.
Please let us know what you think about this episode!
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Escapist CornerTEAM ESCAPIST #002: 12 TIPS TO A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE & (HOW TO SURVIVE HOLIDAYS)You work hard to build up healthy nutrition, fitness and sleep habits throughout the year - and then the holidays come, and by New Year’s, you have to start on your goals all over again.
Everyone struggles with willpower and stress this time of year, which makes maintaining healthy eating habits/nutrition, keeping up a fitness routine, fitting in enough sleep and managing to find time to relax and slow down. But it doesn’t need to be so difficult: watch to learn our top tips of how to maintain your health, balance and sanity and you’ll be find o...2018-12-0756 min
Escapist CornerTEAM ESCAPIST RADIO: HOW TO MAXIMISE HEALTH WITH DIET WITH LUKAS & MARCIn this first episode of the Team Escapist Radio we talk about nutrition and how important it is for maximising your health and also your results as an athlete.
We talk about the key points of reducing inflammation in your gut and how you can achieve that.
We hope you enjoy this episode and remember to subscribe.2018-11-2915 min
Escapist Corner#017 Jonathan Courtney FROM SMALL TO MILLION DOLLAR BUSINESSJonathan is the CEO of Aj&Smart.
He goes through how he transform his small agency to one of the most requested design and product agencies in the world and how he went from not earning money to making millions of euros.
Follow this crazy man on the net here:
http://www.instagram.com/jicecream
http://www.instagram.com/ajsmartdesign
http://www.ajsmart.com2018-10-2828 min
Escapist Corner#016 Chris Cooper - Turning bankruptcy business into wealth machinesIn todays episode we were happy to host the author, mentor & entrepreneur Chris Cooper.
Topics of the podcast were:
How Chris started his business and where he is right now
Setting up a business for success
Silent knowledge and how to teach people
How to source and find personnel
How to manage with time
Chris Coopers new book “Founder, Farmer, Tinker & Thief”
Coopers favourite books
He is well known within the CrossFit world but his practices are and should be used by other industries as well and for us it was inspiring to talk to a person that has helped so m...2018-10-1657 min
Escapist Corner#015 Adrian "Boz" Bozman shares his view from the insideAdrian Bozman has been working with CrossFit for over 10 years and has gathered a lot of insight and experience of how to coach people.
He shares what he likes to read, if he would open an affiliate and how that would be from the experience he has visiting hundreds (thousands?) of boxes world wide by now.
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Escapist Corner#014 Tony Neal founder of CrossFit Liberty IraqWe met Tony Neal at the German Throwdown and sat down and had a conversation. Sadly the first 15 min didnt get recorded but still the conversation was good.
Tony founded one of the first CrossFit affiliates in the military base called Liberty and therefore the affiliate got the name CrossFit Liberty. Tony then moved to Germany where he now lives and runs his affiliate.
Tony shares his story and his passion for helping people, training and beer.
We talk about how to be productive and effective as husband and father of four kids.2018-02-2159 min
Escapist Corner#013 Adrian Mundwiler: CrossFit Games Athlete, Winner of German Throwdown 2016 and 2017We had a pleasure of meeting Adrian Mundwiler during the German Throwdown 2017 in Mainz, Germany. Adrian is a CrossFit Games athlete who currently trains in CrossFit St. Moritz in Swiss Alps, hence his nickname, the Mountain Man.
He is a former ice hockey player with a mindset of steel and has proven to be one of the fittest guys on earth.
You can follow him on instagram @adrianundwiler.
More episodes with guys like Kelly Starrett, Carl Paoli, Chris Hinshaw you find under:
http://www.escapistcorner.com2017-12-2054 min
Escapist Corner#012 Part 1: Building a healthy community with Gregor SchregleGregor Schregle is one of the pioneers of CrossFit in Germany and is the founder and owner of CrossFit Rhein-Neckar.
He is also known as the guy who programs the German Throwdown workouts and well known and liked by the community.
We dive in to discussion about health and how to drive people more into a healthy lifestyle and especially how hard it is to bring your family to understand that CrossFit is not about being a muscle up monster.
We also talk about specific requires he has for people to achieve before doing more advanced techniques and skills within...2017-12-0727 min
Escapist Corner#011 Will The German Throwdown ignite CrossFit into Germany with Benedict GebhardtEvents like German Throwdown are very important for new sports and it is important to have professionals taking care of them.
This episode we meet Benedict Gebhardt who is the Managing director of the German Throwdown. He comes from a totally different realm of sports but fell in love with CrossFit while studying and being a semi-pro in golf in USA.
In this episode we talk about how CrossFit can grow in Europe and how the future looks like in Germany. We also talk about the importance of having a fitness routine outside your regular sports such as Golf, Rugby...2017-09-251h 18
Escapist Corner#010 Learn how to pace with Chris HinshawAnyone that has met Chris Hinshaw will probably confirm that he is intense, in a good way. He doesn’t leave anything to chance. This is probably also the reason why he could compete and be successful as an ironman athlete and businessman. Many top athletes have now started to listen to Chris and his methodology since he started coaching Camille Leblanc-Bazinet, Jason Khalipa, Rich Froning, Sara Sigmundsdottir, Tia-Claire Toomey, Katrin Davidsdottir and Mat Fraser. Meaning almost all top 10 athletes in the games had something to do with Chris. Was this just by accident? We don’t think so.
In this...2017-09-051h 42
Escapist Corner#009 Twins of Iceland Jakobina & Elin JonsdottirThis time we meet two icelandic twins. That do Crossfit. And have a crossfit box. That’s a quite good USP.
Elin and Jakobina Jonsdottir.
Jakobina is probably the one more recognize from being in the crossfit scene for a while. Workout buddy to ie Annie Thorisdottir and Katrin Davidsdottir.
But Elin is not a stranger in the crossfit scene. Mather of fact she was one of the first crossfitters in Sweden.
in this episode we talk about starting a business, what to be prepared for, what to watch out for, and how to combine this with having families and ki...2017-07-261h 21
Escapist Corner#008 GIANNIS GEISS Founder Berlin ThrowdownIn this weeks podcast episode 8 we meet Giannis Geiss who is not only insanely fast runner, but also strong and funny.
He started the Berlin Throwdown in 2015 and it has now grown and is held in Berlins second largest sports arena. We get to know what the aim and goal is for the Throwdown. Giannis has gone to several events and competed him self and found inspiration and seen what is good and what is bad.
He tells us the story behind how he came to CrossFit and what motivates him as a coach and box owner at CrossFit Icke.
...2017-07-0352 min
Escapist Corner#007 GET PAIN FREE WITH KELLY STARRETTIn this episode we had the honor to talk to Kelly Starrett, which is a legend whiten the Crossfit realm, but also within the professional sports in the USA. He has coached and helped top tiers from all professional leagues like the NBA, NFL and NHL.
As a former national champion in kayaking he is also well known within the paddling sports giving best practice and expertise in these sports.
He is the co-founder of Crossfit San Francisco and Mobility Wod, and has written several books and best sellers like "Supple Leopard", "Deskbound" and "Ready to run". He has also...2017-06-2738 min
Escapist Corner#006 ELLI HACHMANN - HOW TO BECOME A BETTER WEIGHTLIFTERElli Hachmann who is german weightlifting champion, joins the Podcast in this episode and we talk about training, hard life choices, nutrition and also how to pronounce Hamburg correctly.
She also shares some secrets on having a balanced nutrition and what some common mistakes here are.
Also hear her TOP 5 pro tips to become a better weightlifter.
Happy listening!
You kind find Elli on FB here:
www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=el…te%20%26%20coach
And on Instagram:
@elli_hachmann
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Escapist Corner#005 RAMON GYSIN - WHY YOU SHOULD GET STRONGRamon Gysin from CrossFit Basel is the guy who introduced CrossFit to Europe and has schooled most European coaches you can meet.
He is also a world champion in powerlifting and weightlifting and posses several domestic and international records.
2012 he won one of the regional events in Europe and now focuses on coaching athletes to the games via Jami Tikkanens "The Training Plan" and had 20 athletes going to the CrossFit Games Regional events. From his own box he sent Alessia Joy Wälchli to represent Switzerland in the Regionals 2017.
Ramon tells us why it is important to lift heavy and t...2017-06-0655 min
Escapist Corner#004 - KARL DYALL ACTOR, GAMES ATHLETE, OWNER CROSSFIT SOLIDKarl Dyall is a swedish actor, singer, dancer, father, former national team tae kwan do, entrepreneur and crossfit games athlete - making him the fittest guy in Sweden for his age group and almost fittest guy in the world.
He is the owner of CrossFit Solid that has had their Team going to the games several times and he has trained Lukas Högberg as he just got started.
Karl shares a story about how it is coming down crashing and start all over and he tell us the simple way of how to get out of the hole.
If y...2017-04-2158 min
Escapist Corner#003 ESCAPIST CORNER LASSE RANTALA CREATOR ATHLETE TRAINING PROTOCOLIn this episode we meet Lasse Rantala from Tampere who is a multi-talented physio, coach, athlete and founder of CrossFit 33100 Reebok and also CrossFit 33400.
He is also the founder of a new training protocol called the Athlete Training Protocol which is a holistic training protocol for performance athletes. Taking on nutrition, sleep and training for any kind of sport. Lasse does this in collaboration with WodConnect.
Find his home training protocol here:
http://www.athletetrainingprotocol.com
Instagram:
@athletetrainingprotocol
See his boxes:
http://crossfit33100.com
http://www.crossfit33400.com
Follow Lasse on Instagram:
@rcflasse2017-04-041h 07
Escapist Corner#002 Escapist Corner MARCO CASALI FITTEST LATIN AMERICAN BOX OWNER AND SPIRITUAL ROLE MODELIn this episode we meet the fittest guy in Latin America, Marco Casali.
He got to the second place in the Reebok CrossFit Games 2016 and has now also qualified for the regionals in 2017.
He has recently opened up his own box called "El Camino" and shares his experience of being a guy always in movement.
He radiates passion and mindfulness for everyone to hear in this episode.2017-04-011h 07
Escapist Corner#001 ESCAPIST CORNER - CARL PAOLI COACH, GYMNAST & ENTREPRENEURCarl Paoli aka Gymnastic WOD, Freestyle Connection join the podcast and reveals some exclusive information about the future of Freestyle connection.
Paoli is also the brand ambassador for Strike Movement and does seminars all over the world.
Carl is also an author of the book Freestyle Connection.
Our homepage: www.escapistcorner.com
Check out Carls channel here:
https://goo.gl/ZnQwBw
Also check out Carls book on Amazon here:
https://goo.gl/qqOKKd
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