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The Di-scussions PodcastThe One About Navigating the Sport of CrossFit with Justin Cotler - Ep. 17Di sits down with Justin Cotler, owner & head coach of Underdog Athletics, to discuss CrossFit as a methodology and as a sport, whether they should be separate, and how they can grow.2025-06-0955 min
Clydesdale Media PodcastClydesdale Media Podcast - Justin Cotler Champion Coach at 1st WFP EventClydesdale Media does athlete and coach interviews to bring you closer to those you love to follow in the CrossFit Space. Today we are going to talk to Justin Cotler who just coached two athletes at the World Fitness Project Tour event 1 with Alex Gazan taking to overall victory. We will get Justin's first impressions of the WFP and have a conversation about what is good, what needs to improve and where do we go from here?🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/64453253893980162025-05-161h 05
Clydesdale Media PodcastJustin Cotler | Clydesdale Media Interview - What Happened This Offseason, that Changed Everything???We sit down and talk with the man who founded Underdog Athletics and find out where they are headed into the 2025 season. Justin and his family have been going through stuff that if you are a parent is your biggest fear! This changed Justin's perspective about everything else going on in his life and at Underdogs. Once we hear about that we will dive into the Underdogs Camp and see who is on the roster, what are the plans with multiple options and whatever else comes up throughout the conversation.2025-02-201h 04
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The Daily BriefTrudeau wants you to prioritize climate change over feeding your familyPrime Minister Justin Trudeau lectured Canadians about prioritizing climate change over feeding their families ahead of the G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Plus, after bungling Canada’s immigration system, Trudeau released a video on YouTube addressing the mismanaged immigration system, blaming “bad actors.”And the RCMP has thwarted an Iranian plot to assassinate the former attorney general of Canada and minister of justice, Irwin Cotler.Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more a...2024-11-1922 min
Get With The ProgrammingCrossFit Jeopardy EP.09 | Dallin Pepper vs. Justin Cotler vs. Tudor MagdaThe "Fittest Game show on Earth" returns with CONTROVERSY as Justin Cotler defends his title against only 1 new contender. Dallin Pepper's appeal has been granted and he will be returning along with Justin Cotler as both prepare to see if Tudor Magda can make a splash on this episode of CrossFit Jeopardy.2024-09-1832 minGet With The ProgrammingCrossFit Jeopardy EP08 | Dallin Pepper vs Justin Cotler vs Sean WoodlandThe "Fittest Game Show on Earth" returns with a all new slate of contestants! We just crowned our very first "Grand Champion" with Casey Acree last episode and now we have 3 new contestants ready to take on 'The Board' We welcome 2024 CrossFit Games 2nd Fittest Man on Earth Dallin Pepper, Founder of Underdogs Athletics, Justin Cotler and the VOICE of the CrossFit Games, Sean Woodland.2024-09-1233 min
Talking Elite FitnessDeath By Episode 60 - Who Will Have a Better Games Finish?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether the top training camp award further separates the sport from affiliates or strengthens the sport as a whole, what the weight on the final barbell for the clean ladder should be and predictions of who will win the event, which athletes will finish higher in some head to head battles and their podium predictions at the CrossFit Games. Our contestants include Matt O'Keefe, Justin Cotler, and Caroline Lambray. Want to maximize your recovery while you sleep? Use code "Deathby" to save 20% on...2024-07-3153 min
Ufiltreret FitnessUfiltreret Fitness #93 - den anabolske leverpostej peaker, Mederios vinder Games, Conjugate Method er for fedt og skøre ideer til et max løftRicky Garad er uber jacked, Viktor har en fornemmelse af at Justin Cotler er en ægte charletan, vi er begge tilbage på Mederios hype train, Conjugate Method er tilbage og Holger dykker ned i detaljerne, en podcast anbefaling kommer frem, jeres leverpostejs-indrømmelser er det klammeste vi kan forstille os Viktor er fuldstændig mundlam. En rangering af jeres ulækreste kombinationer og et nyt regelsæt for de toppings der må komme på leverdrenge, brunch er et latterligt koncept, Games træning er i fuld flor, vi skal til at programmere, skøre ideer til et max event, hvor tungt...2024-07-281h 10
Clydesdale Media PodcastJustin Cotler | The Coaches of the 2024 CrossFit GamesWe catch up with our dear friend Justin Cotler as he prepares to take 2 athletes with podium asperations to the 2024 CrossFit Games. Plus what is it like being part-time media star and is there any ever a fear of backlash from what he may say.2024-07-031h 04
Talking Elite FitnessDeath By Episode 56 - Is There a Better Way to Backfill After Drug Tests?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss programming ideas during the Games for 'Friday Night Lights' at Farrington Field, thoughts surrounding Dave Castro interviewing all 80 individual Games athletes, and the best ways to backfill athletes as a result of failed drug tests. Our contestants include Caroline Lambray, Matt O'Keefe and Justin Cotler. Want to maximize your recovery while you sleep? Use code "Deathby" to save 20% on all Thirdzy purchases through link below: https://thirdzy.com/DEATHBY?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content...2024-07-0254 min
Talking Elite FitnessDeath By Episode 55 - What is the Most Impactful Moment in the Growth of CrossFit?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether CrossFit should own the name "CrossFit," what the most impactful moment for growth has been and who they predict will be the 2024 Rookie of the Year. Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Matt O'Keefe and Justin Cotler. Want to maximize your recovery while you sleep? Use code "Deathby" to save 20% on all Thirdzy purchases through link below: https://thirdzy.com/DEATHBY?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=death_by2024-06-1843 min
Talking Elite FitnessDeath by Episode 53 - Should CrossFit Bring Back the Last Chance Qualifier?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether spot allocations at Semifinals were distributed correctly, if the order of events matters when it comes to who earned Games spots, if there's a benefit to bringing back the Last Chance Qualifier and the biggest overlooked moments from Semifinals. Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Matt O'Keefe, and Justin Cotler. Get your Garmin today using the link below: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/894067/pn/010-02803-102024-06-0549 min
Talking Elite FitnessDeath by Episode 51 - Is Europe the New Capital of CrossFit?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss if Europe is the new capital of CrossFit, what CrossFit should do if there's an injury on the competition floorand whether the tides are shifting from veterans to rookies. In two bonus rounds, each contestant gave their biggest weekend winner and discussed the impact of not reseeding the field before the final event. Our contestants include Matt O'Keefe, Justin Cotler, and Chase Ingraham. Want to maximize your recovery while you sleep? Use code "Deathby" to save 20% on all Thirdzy purchases through link below:2024-05-2147 min
ALLSMITHEP. 32 - Alex Gazan - A Rising Star in the World of FitnessThis week Bryce sits down with Alex Gazan! Alex is a 2x CrossFit Games Athlete and a rising star within the world of CrossFit. She trains out of Las Vegas with the Underdogs crew and coach Justin Cotler. -Learn more about Alex - IG -Trident Coffee - Use code "ALLSMITH" to get 20% off online and in TapRooms.LSKD - Use code "ALLSMITH" to get 10% off.Livv Natural - Your destination for ultimate wellness.Thank you for Listening! Learn more below.ALLSMITH IG ALLSMITH YouTubeBryce S...2024-05-081h 16
Talking Elite FitnessDeath By Episode 49 - Is Jonne Koski Going to Dominate Semifinals and the Games?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the biggest advantages TYR WZA SoCal has to the off-season, whether they love or hate going back to classic CrossFit style workouts for Semifinals and which male and female will make the biggest waves at Semifinals. Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Matt O'Keefe, and Justin Cotler. Get your Garmin today! https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/894067/pn/010-02803-102024-05-0741 min
The B.Friendly Podcast ChannelCatching Up with Friends with Bella Martin - Individual Quarterfinals LeaderboardingSend us a textBella returns to talk CrossFit Games Individual Quarterfinals and the ever-changing leaderboard. e are also joined by Mike Halpin from Known and Knowable as well as Underdogs Athletics head coach and founder Justin Cotler on their thoughts of the craziness! As we speak the leaderboard is experiencing changes as penalties have been assessed leaving some notable names Games season in peril. We look at the surprises and breakout performances of this stage while discussing what stood out to them.Visit us on our website at bfriendlyfitness.com2024-04-291h 41
Talking Elite FitnessDeath By Episode 47 - Does Europe Deserve a Second Semifinal?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss if Open scores should roll into the Quarterfinals leaderboard, whether Europe deserves a second semifinal based on the current world wide leaderboard and if CrossFit had to pick one video to review from everyone, which one would it be? Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Justin Cotler and Matt O'Keefe. If you want to live a life of comfort, try out Vuori! Use the link below for an additional 20% off: Vuori.com/TEF2024-04-2334 min
Talking Elite FitnessDeath By Episode 45 - Should CrossFit Have Anonymous Submission Drug Testing?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the pros and cons of potentially having the CrossFit Open qualify athletes for the Games, thoughts surrounding CrossFit's new sponsor Hustle Up and whether athletes should be allowed to fill out anonymous submissions of athletes they think are on PEDs. Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Justin Cotler and Jason Croxon.2024-04-0935 min
Clydesdale Media PodcastMeet Justin Cotler: The Underdog Leader With Two Podium-ready AthletesWe catch up with dear friend of the show Justin Cotler. We catch up with him, his family, the Underdogs Camp and what his impressions were of the DB Documentary.2024-04-051h 12
Talking Elite FitnessDeath By Episode 43 - Should CrossFit Introduce Sports Betting to Competition?On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the biggest surprises of the CrossFit Open, How Quarterfinals can be more interesting for sports fans and whether CrossFit should introduce sports betting into competition. Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Justin Cotler and Matt O'Keefe. Photo Credit: Dani Speegle, Tia-Clair Toomey If you want to live a life of comfort, try out Vuori! Use the link below for an additional 20% off: Vuori.com/TEF2024-03-2639 min
The Great Canadian Talk ShowMar 16 2024- Wab Kinew’s Gaza GambitThe controversial war resulting from the terror attack on Israeli settlements by Hamas on October 7th has affected almost every sphere of society from domestic politics to academia to entertainment.
In Episode 27, we look those affects with examples from the macrocosm - the Oscars and the Trudeau Liberal's foreign policy - and then the microcosm, after Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew attempted to play both sides.
A rebuke from a former Winnipegger in Israel exposed his shallow understanding of the war to eradicate Hamas, and of antisemitism.
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The Spin PodcastAlex Gazan Joins the Show | The Day before the 2024 CrossFit Open
Alex Gazan joins from California as she prepares for the 24.1 CrossFit Open Live Announcement showcase tomorrow.
We then take a look at the current storylines and news heading into the 2024 CrossFit Games season.
0:00 - Alex Gazan & Justin Cotler Join
23:00 - Golden Barbell Chat
25:33 - Viewer Comments
38:33 - Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr Wrist "Injury"
43:46 - Region Exemption Update
47:43 - Syndicate Crown Community Event (North America East Semifinal)
53:00 - Rogue Invitational moving to Scotland
1:00:07 - Kelly Baker won't compete in 2024
1:02:00 - Danielle Brandon trailer?
1:04:09 - John Young still hates the team competition
1:09:26 - Mayhem Criticism of Media Access to 2024 CrossFit Games
1:21:36 - Blind...2024-02-291h 46
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The Spin PodcastJustin Cotler Talks Ricky Garard Comeback, Alex Gazan's Ascent & All Things 2023 Rogue InvitationalOriginally streamed on October 27, 2023.
Join us live as we recap Day 2 at the 2023 Rogue Invitational and look ahead to Saturday.
2023-12-271h 01The Spin PodcastCrossFit Semifinal Europe Saturday Recap Show & Justin Cotler Joins from BerlinOriginally June 3, 2023.
We look back at the day's action at the CrossFit Europe Semifinal and discuss what happened, who's in a good spot heading into Sunday and who might miss the cut and fail to qualify for the CrossFit Games.
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Clydesdale Media PodcastComing Off the Tryptophan Hangover | Clydesdale Media RoundtableThe Crew gets back together after a weekend with Family and Food, celebrating Thanksgiving! What were our highlights? Plans going forward. CrossFit news we have Justin Cotler's Birthday. Jason Smith loses his appeal, Again? Would you take a PED if it was undetectable?00:00 Introduction01:08 Amy's Good Hair Day02:28 Charlie Blacks out and asks good questions03:34 What was the Workout?07:20 Death by Squats10:03 Amy is renewing her L213:09 How was our Thanksgiving?15:20 C4 and Xtend getting us through16:51 How much Caffeine is too much?19:13 Any Binging this weekend?24:21 Fasting & Ic...2023-11-2739 min
The West BlockLiberal Cabinet Minister defends carbon tax carve-out for home heating oilAfter the federal Liberals paused carbon pricing on home heating oil, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says there will be no further carbon tax carve-outs despite blowback that the policy change only benefitted Atlantic Canada. The Opposition is now calling for that freeze to be extended to other forms of home heating. ‘The West Block’ host Mercedes Stephenson speaks with Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault about the carbon tax change, his message to Albertans who deem the Atlantic Canada carve-out unfair, and more.Plus, Stephenson speaks with Chen Zeigen, the son of presumed Canadian hostage Vivian Silver, and Irwin Cotl...2023-11-0623 min
Fitness 4 Time PodcastEpisode 53 Rogue Invitational recap med tonsvis af gæster og humørLang gennemgang af Rogue Invitational 04:35 Frederik Ægidius29:55 Justin Cotler46:00 Jonne Koski 01:08:30 Andre Houdet01:27:05 Michelle Letendre01:42:42 Brian Friend2023-10-301h 53
WOD you talkin' about?Justin Cotler: Coaching Elite Athletes, Running a Business, and Rogue Invitational PrepJustin Cotler is one of the best Coaches in the sport of CrossFit. As the Founder of Underdogs Athletics, Justin has coached hundreds of athletes over the years, and been by their side as they have achieved incredible things, including Podium places at the CrossFit Games.We chat about how he became the Coach he is today, similarities between the Sport and Music business, coaching top athletes, and of course, preparing for the 2023 Rogue Invitational.As always, don’t forget to like, rate and subscribe to let us know what you think and support the sh...2023-10-2056 min
Counseling and Functional Fitness#44: Justin Cotler - Virtuosity, Humility, and Maximizing PerformanceIn this episode, Adam Barfoot, M.Ed., LPC-MHSP, talks with Underdogs Athletics Head Coach and Co-Owner Justin Cotler about helping people learn and grow from adversity, moving at the speed of trust, self-confidence, identity, and the roles that virtuosity and humility play in maximizing performance.
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Email: counselingandfunctionalfitness@gmail.com
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The B.Friendly Podcast ChannelFriendly Conversations with Patrick Vellner & Justin CotlerSend us a textBrian and PC are joined by second "Fittest Man on Earth" Patrick Vellner as they catch up with the five-time CrossFit Games podium finisher. What does Vellner think of Brian's ranking him 3rd on his all-time CrossFit list? We ask that question along with how his offseason training is going and recapping his 2023 season. Not so fast, Justin Cotler drops in for a quick chat about Rogue, programming for the ELFIT CrossFit Championship and prepping Alex Gazan and Ricky Gerard for Rogue!Visit us on our website at 2023-10-061h 15
The Power Monkey PodcastPMPC179 - Justin CotlerJustin is the head coach and founder of, Underdog Athletics. He is one of the most successful coaches in the competitive functional fitness world. In addition to coaching multiple teams and individuals to the CrossFit Games, including 3rd place finished Kari Pearce, Justin has won 2 championships in the GRID League, and is the Coach for the National Functional Fitness League. One of the things that sets Justin apart is how passionate he is about connecting with his athletes. This is not "just a business relationship", as he puts it, and Justin fully recognizes that his style of...2023-07-191h 11
Clydesdale Media PodcastTop 5 Stevie Wonder Songs with Justin Cotler | Clydesdale Media MusicJustin Cotler and Scott count down the top 5 Stevie Wonder Songs of all time in their Opinion. We want you to come with yours as well.2023-07-1452 min
Clydesdale Media PodcastJustin Cotler | Clydesdale Media Podcast - The Top DogWe catch up with Justin after a very successful semifinal season, what are his thoughts on the semis and what can we look for from his athletes headed into the Games. We talk Bron, Bayle, Alex, Alison, Sara and Carson plus so much more.2023-06-091h 06
Wex Appeal - Barbells, Beats & BuffooneryBonus Buffoonery #1 w/ Justin CotlerJustin Cotler the Owner/Head Coach of Underdog Athletics answers the Triple B questions for a bonus rapid fire of Barbells, Beats or Buffoonery.2023-05-2006 min
Wex Appeal - Barbells, Beats & Buffoonery48. Justin Cotler - Owner & Head Coach of Underdog AthleticsJustin Cotler is more than just the lead dog over at Underdog Athletics. He is a man of many talents. We talk about the upcoming CrossFit SemiFinals and how deep Underdog is rolling in all the different regions. We dig in on expectations for my former coach and current Europe SemiFinalist Bronislaw Olenkowicz. He will be making a huge splash attempting to get back to the Games in Madison. On top of all the athletes we also talk Dad life with a gymnast daughter, music and the balance of it all. We of course jump into the landscape of The...2023-05-161h 01
Coffee, Pods and WodsSemifinals Tour - Oceania - Katelin Van ZylKatelin Van Zyl is gearing up for Torian under the guidance of Justin Cotler and the Underdogs crew. We chat about hockey, horrific injuries, indi and team and balancing with parenting.
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It DependsMarch 30, Justin Cotler is here but he won't coach either of us. BMI still sucks, Target is innovating, should CrossFit HQ go DTC?Katie and Jordan are joined by legendary coach to the stars Justin Cotler. Well the stars of the CrossFit Games anyway. We all wish he trained all of the Kates though. Target is doing cool stuff with Gainful, and beleive it or not new reporting shows that the body mass index is still trash. F you Ancel Keys! And a discussion about trading for memberships and how many machines does one gym actually need. SHOW NOTESCrossFit | CrossFit Games | Become a CrossFit Affiliate | 2023-03-311h 51
Conversations with ClaireEP. 30: Borrowing Belief For Success with Justin CotlerIf you're doing it for the right reasons, you're definitely going to feel that value and gratitude. Some say that when you give that out, it will come back to you.
In today's episode of Conversations with Claire, we are joined by Justin Cotler. Justin is an owner and head coach of Underdog Athletics — one of the largest training camps within the sport of CrossFit.
Tune in now and let us learn to borrow Justin’s beliefs and ideas and use them in our lives!
Highlights:
(02:36) How did Ju...2023-02-2153 min
Type1liftingOwner of Underdog Athletics and Dad Justin CotlerWelcome to the Type1lifting Podcast Episode 120
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In The DoghouseEp. 6 - Wodapalooza Recap with Ricky Garard and Alex GazanJustin Cotler talks with Wodapalooza Elite Individual winner Ricky Garard and Elite Team podium finisher Alex Gazan.2023-01-271h 03
Clydesdale Media PodcastClydesdale Media Music - Top 5 Prince Songs | With Justin CotlerWe will countdown our 5 favorite Prince Songs of All Time!!!
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Spotify Playlist of the songs we chose: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3a2z7tb5ttnO9i3V2vfOBM?si=bf52df27e12542a92022-12-2938 minIn The DoghouseEp. 4 - 2022 Legends Championship RecapJustin Cotler and Kiefer Lammi are joined by Dakota Shackleton and Colette Casey to recap the 2022 Legends Championship, presented by Mayhem Athlete.2022-12-1447 min
In The DoghouseEp. 2 - Zelos Games Recap with Kyra Milligan and Alex GazanUnderdogs athletes Kyra Milligan and Alex Gazan join Kiefer Lammi and Justin Cotler to recap the recent Zelos Games Live Invitational hosted in Las Vegas at Underdogs Athletics.2022-11-2154 min
Get With The ProgrammingJustin Cotler + Underdogs WZA Team ProgrammingJustin Cotler of Underdogs Athletics joins the show to recap a little of the Rogue Invitational and their new Team Programming that's getting his crew ready for Teams for this coming year at Wodapalooza.2022-11-0959 min
Clydesdale Media PodcastKari Pearce and Mitch McClune on the Clydesdale Media PodcastWe catch up with this couple who is living their best life now retired from their original jobs and finding joy in each other and the best fajitas in America. We talk to Kari about the moment she knew she Podiumed in 2020, How she Met Bethany and couldn't believe the Selflessness, her Amazing Mary finish, and her relationship with Justin Cotler. We also talk to Mitch about is energy on the floor, what is the pressure of having a super fit girlfriend, and his plans to go team in 2023. Then together we get the story of how they met, the...2022-10-141h 02
Swole FriendsAlex Gazan (2x CrossFit Games Athlete, Underdogs Competitor, Swolverine Athlete) - EP05 - Swole Friends PodcastCrossFit Games & Swolverine Athlete Alex Gazan talks to us about her journey to the CrossFit Games, her rookie season and training as an Underdogs athlete with Justin Cotler. 2022-09-221h 07
The Sum of UsE2 | Memphis, TN: The Sweetest Water In The WorldIn 2020, Memphis residents began to hear rumors that a company called Plains All American was set to build a 49-mile oil pipeline through the city. At first, the pipeline appeared inevitable, planned to run through a “sacrifice zone” of all-Black neighborhoods that had already been poisoned by nearby heavy industry. But when local environmentalists discovered the pipeline would threaten Memphis’ prized drinking water, they joined forces with a charismatic 26-year old, Justin J. Pearson, to build a multi-racial coalition that united Black and white neighborhoods in this segregated city to protect their hometown’s treasured water.TRANSCRIPT: HERE...2022-09-2141 min
Coffee, Pods and WodsJustin Hindsight - Games Recap 1 - Justin CotlerCan we call them Underdogs any more?
CrossFit Games recap with Justin Cotler and some plans for 2023 and beyond.2022-08-101h 06
Clydesdale Media PodcastJustin & Ashley Cotler | The Power Couple Behind Underdogs AthleticsWe touch base with these 2 one week out from the CrossFit Games, moving into a new house and getting ready to start a new school year with the kids. We ask these two about how they reconnect with each other after being away so much, the Underdogs that are competing at the Games, Ricky Garard and Alex Gazan. We also ask why Vegas, and how do they (Ashley) recruit. Plus a whole lot more with these amazing people.2022-07-271h 07
North Star with Ellin BessnerIt’s been a year since Canada’s national antisemitism summit. What has been accomplished?The one-year anniversary of Canada's first National Summit on Antisemitism passed quietly on July 21. Last year, after violence resurged Israel and Hamas and Canadians saw a spike in antisemitic incidents, the government convened this emergency summit and appointed Irwin Cotler as its special envoy.
The summit lasted seven hours, during which time Cotler met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his cabinet ministers. Since then, Parliament has outlawed Holocaust denial and made progress toward an anti-hate-speech bill that would cover antisemitism, while Ottawa has earmarked $30 million in the last budget to help Jews feel safer, on top...2022-07-2515 min
KETTLEBELLS & COCKTAILSK&C Ep 57 - Justin CotlerOwner/Head Coach of Underdogs Athletics joins us to discuss the recent changes to his camp as well whats going on in his life leading up to the CrossFit Games.2022-07-201h 13
Clydesdale Media PodcastKiefer Lammi | The Yin to Justin Cotler's YangWe talk to Kiefer about his role with Underdogs and what his next month looks like as he helps get the Underdogs Crew Ready for the CrossFit Games. Kiefer was a walk on Basketball Player at UCONN where he interned in Strength and Condiitioning and made that his career until he found CrossFit and began coaching at Invictus Boston. After bending Justin Cotler's Ear he was asked to join the Vegas team and tried it out for a seaon, Kiefer just signed a new lease so I guess he found a home at Underdogs.2022-07-1953 min
Thirty-SixMichal Cotler-WunshThis week Justin continues his journey and sits down with former Knesset Member Michal Cotler-Wunsh for a conversation about politics, ideology and her journey to the Knesset.On Thirty-Six, Justin Hayet, a self-proclaimed pessimistic millennial attempts to find the thirty-six righteous people on whose merit the world stands.Thirty-Six is a production of SoulShop and Bnai Zion.2022-07-0837 min
Healthspan AcademyDissecting the Habits for Reaching Elite Fitness with CrossFit Games Athlete Alex GazanIn this week’s episode of Healthspan Academy I caught up with CrossFit Games competitor, Alex Gazan. I asked Alex about how she got started in the sport and her road to qualifying for the CrossFit Games. We chatted about her programming, recovery, and nutrition strategy. We also talked about her team of workout partners and coaches and the dynamics that have helped her reach a truly elite level of fitness.
Alex Gazan is a CrossFit Games athlete based in Las Vegas, Nevada who has been competing in the Games since 2018. Alex has grown while under the coa...2022-06-2021 min
The SydcastJay Rosenzweig: The Man With Five CareersEpisode Summary:Every once in a while our guest on The Sydcast seems to do everything well. Jay Rosenzweig, this week’s guest, is a great example. Entrepreneurial “breathing” is in his bones, whether that means building a major executive search firm, investing in dozens of Web 3.0 startups, or spearheading major initiatives at multiple non-profit organizations (including the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights). Add in music recording artist, publisher of the most important report in Canada on the status of women in leadership, mentor to NBA players and company founders alike, and you start to get the pi...2022-06-1359 min
The Freedom Project027: Turning Doubt Into Confidence: Know Thyself with Justin Cotler2500 years ago, Socrates bought the Greek aphorism, Know Thyself into the forefront of philosophy. His point was that before you can claim to know anything, you must know yourself.
Human wisdom, he said, begins with the recognition of one’s own ignorance.
You and I, as athletes and as humans, are ignorant. We see the world through our narrow perceptive bubble. Our beliefs filter out information which could help us in pursuit of our goals. Our confirmation bias dismisses anything too uncomfortable to digest. Our own personal experience fashions a lens which distorts the colour of...2022-04-181h 19
The Difference Makers033 - Justin Cotler | The High’s and Lows of Coaching Elite Athletes033 - Justin Cotler | The High’s and Lows of Coaching Elite Athletes
On this week’s episode of the Difference Makers we talk to the head coach of Underdog Athletics, Justin Cotler. Justin is one of the elite coaches in the CrossFit space who has worked with several Games athletes and Teams. Over the past two seasons he has formed a training camp in Las Vegas with some of the best talent in North America. We talk about the high’s and low’s of coaching elite athletes in the sport in 2022. Tune in to find out why Justi...2022-04-0455 min
Get With The ProgrammingUnderdogs Athletics drops first ever ELITE TEAM Programming TrackJustin Cotler joins the show and breaks the news that Underdogs Athletics and Co-Host Chase Ingraham will be joining forces and creating the first ever Elite Team Programming Programming track for competitive athletes and affiliates. 2022-03-1644 minCoffee, Pods and WodsThe Pyramid Pt. 5 - SportJustin Cotler on the sport of CrossFit and how it has changed and can continue to do so, Olympic aspirations, coaching Grid and IF3 and an update on all things Underdogs.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/coffeepodsnwods)2022-02-0255 minNorth Star with Ellin BessnerHanukkah (mostly not) on the Hill: Over 400 people gather virtually for Parliament's first national candle-lighting ceremonyFor years, "Hanukkah on the Hill" has been an annual in person event for Jewish Members of Parliament and politicians from all stripes, including the prime minister and leaders of the opposition. Hanukkiahs are lit, prayers are said, politics get set aside.
But things looked a little different this year. While some politicians got together in-person, including the organizers, Liberal MPs Anthony Housefather and Ya'ara Saks, most others joined in virtually—including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Conservative leader Erin O'Toole, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, senators, judges, rabbis, Dr. Isaac Bogoch, Irwin Cotler and well over 400 guests who li...2021-12-0211 min
Just Elite#17 JUSTIN COTLER - From R&B to Crossfit coachJustin Cotler, went from having a very successful music career as a R&B singer, to being a Crossfit coach to some of the best Crossfit Games athletes. In 2021, he faced a challenge that he has never experienced as a coach, one that saw 2 of his three Games athletes (Bethany Shadburne and Kari Pearce) test positive for COVID-19 while his third, Danielle Brandon has to compete on the biggest stage of them all, while isolating. Cotler sheds light on the Games week, how he supported his athletes and also talks about the Grid league.
Subscribe and like the YouTube channel...2021-09-0151 minNorth Star with Ellin BessnerKey takeaways from the National Summit on AntisemitismThe government's much-touted day-long National Summit on Antisemitism took place virtually on July 21, 2021. Among the attendees were members of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet, Jewish Liberal MPs, municipal leaders and representatives from the country's main Jewish organizations. They spoke at length about concrete strategies to combat antisemitism and heard firsthand accounts of how antisemitism seeps into Canadian society.
Irwin Cotler, who helped put the event together, gave the keynote address, and joins today to discuss the government's promises. Plus, we speak with community leaders Shimon Koffler Fogel and Michael Mostyn to learn where the summit succeded—and...2021-07-2212 minALLSMITHJustin Cotler: The Underdog MentalityHost Bryce Smith sits down with the head coach and programmer of UnderDogs Athletics, Justin Cotler. Justin has been a top coach in the world of CrossFit for many years now and is currently coaching Kari Pearce, Danielle Brandon, and Bethany Shadburne, who will all be competing at the CrossFit Games this year. Bryce and Justin unpack a successful West Coast Classic where Justin's athletes finished 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the women's division. You will not want to miss this episode as we can hear about Justin's journey from a professional singer to becoming one of the most...2021-07-141h 08North Star with Ellin BessnerIsrael’s new leader has a Canadian connection—and plenty of challengesThis week, Israel got its first new prime minister in over a decade: Naftali Bennett, an Orthodox right-wing politician, formed an unlikely governing coalition with centrist and left-wing parties, as well as the United Arab List.
Bennett, who spent some formative years living in Montreal as a young child, has staunch positions on controversial domestic issues. He supports settlements in the West Bank, rejects the prospect of a nuclear deal with Iran and opposes a two-state solution with Palestine.
Keeping an eye on all this movement, from his home in Jerusalem, is Canadian professor Irwin...2021-06-1613 min
The Fitness Movement: Training | Programming | Competing037: Justin Cotler on Coaching an Elite CrossFit Athlete CampJustin Cotler is the owner of CrossFit Dynamix in Queens, New York, which has been thriving for a decade now. He was the head coach of the GRID team the DC Brawlers, leading them to two championships and receiving NPGL coach of the year. Justin is currently the USAFF (United States Functional Fitness) National Team Head Coach.In 2020, Justin and his family moved to Las Vegas where he started Underdogs Athletics. Justin’s coaching roster includes Kari Pearce, Bethany Shadburn, Danielle Brandon, Tola Morakinyo and Matt Dlugos.Together those athle...2021-06-1559 min
The Big Red Express Podcast47. Justin CotlerJust ahead of some of his athletes competing at the West Coast Classic this weekend, we catch up with one of the most dynamic coaches in CrossFit. Justin Cotler...
Owner of Dynamix Fitness NYC (formerly CrossFit Dynamix). He is also currently the USAFF (United States Functional Fitness) National Team Head Coach. Justin has coached multiple CrossFit Games teams and individuals over the last 10 years, including Podium finisher Kari Pearce. He was also the head coach of the 2x NPGL champion DC Brawlers, and was the 2014 NPGL Coach of the Year.
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BarBend PodcastThis City Could Be America's New Fitness Capital (w/Justin Cotler)Today we're talking to Justin Cotler, a longtime CrossFit coach and affiliate owner who works with top athletes like Fittest American Woman and CrossFit Games podium finisher Kari Pearce. Justin joins me to talk about building a new destination for functional fitness athletes in Las Vegas, the ins and outs of coaching CrossFit Games athletes, how COVID impacted gym ownership in America, and much more. Even if you don’t follow competitive CrossFit closely, Justin gives some great insight into the coach’s mindset and how to get the most out of your training, so stick around. 2021-05-1735 min
PVA StudioPVA PODCAST: The Coaches Series w/ Justin CotlerThis episode highlights Justin Cotler: Elite Coach, Head coach and programmer for Underdogs Athletics, USA Functional Fitness National Team Coach, Owner of Dynamix FitnessFor more information and content follow us on Instagram @pva_podcast or email me at pvapodcast@gmail.comInstagrams @’s:Justin Cotler - @justincotlerUnderdogs Athletics - @ underdogsathleticsUSA Functional Fitness - @usafunctionalfitnessDynamix Fitness - @dynamixfitness.nycCrossfit - @crossfitCrossfit Games - @crossfitgames2021-05-0339 minGet With The ProgrammingBehind the Programming #02 - Vegas and Justin CotlerViva Las Vegas! There is a new crew in town and its lead by pair of New York transfers Justin Cotler and Kari Pearce. However, they are not the only ones in town making noise. Justin is slowly building the next training group for this years CrossFit Games season but that's not all. Cotler just announced he will be teaming up with some CrossFit Games and Training department legends to go along with a new online training program dropping later this season.2021-03-301h 42Coffee, Pods and WodsJustin's Hitting The Right NoteJustin Cotler talks through his winding road from touring as a singer and performer to coaching Kari Pearse to the podium at the games and his ambitious plans for his new life in Vegas.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/coffeepodsnwods)2021-01-2755 min
Operation: DadPodEp. 7 - Justin CotlerJustin Cotler - owner of Crossfit Dynamix, and coach to a few top Crossfit athletes, sits down to reminisce about the days of sleep and talk about raising a daughter who even at two years old is proving to be utterly fearless. Shout out to Kari Pearce, Ashley Cotler, and all the strong-ass women knocking down gender norms on the regular. No booze sponsored this episode, just a gallon of coffee.2019-08-0100 min
The One More Rep PodcastEpisode 66: 2019 Open Wrap Up ShowEpisode 66: 2019 Open Wrap Up Show
Another CrossFit Open has come and gone. Not a lot of controversy this year, BUT, there were a lot of changes that ruffled the CrossFit Community: No Regionals, National Champions and a lot of familiar faces out of the lineup.
Tune in this week as we wrap things up for your 2019 CrossFit Open.
Shout Out’s:
Nowhere In Particular
Last of the Mohicans
Great Sand Dunes National Park
Strength In Depth
Jacob Heppner
Justin Cotler
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Purpose Up Podcast: Purpose | Inspiration | Leadership | ServiceEp 18 – Justin Cotler – Competitive CrossFit CoachJustin Cotler is a premier competitive CrossFit coach. He is also the most winning coach of the budding GRID league, […]
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BrolosophyJustin Cotler On Coaching Athletes, Living Your Fitness Passion & GRIDIn this episode we speak with Justin Cotler, GRID League Coach and owner of CrossFit Dynamix, all the way from New York City. He is also the head coach of the GRID Games Team DC Brawlers. Into the show, Justin shares about himself and his professional singing career. From there, we get an idea as to how he transitioned into CrossFit, allowing him to channel his addictive and competitive personality into a fitness sport. He then introduces GRID and what it’s about. Our crew then goes to ask Justin further about decision-making from a coach’s perspective and his thoughts on weightlifting. From here we go ...2016-05-0300 min