The Cult of Recreationalism BUBS Naturals

Matt Chan, firefighter and Head Coach of AT TRAIN FTW joins Sean and Nathan to talk about his passion for skiing and climbing and how his history in CrossFit and the Titan Games lead him to where he is now. Matt also talks about his transition from IT to firefighting and then to full-time athlete, highlighting the importance of following your passion. He reflects on the early days of CrossFit and the camaraderie among athletes. Matt's dedication to fitness and his ability to make drastic life changes have shaped his journey. Matt discusses his career as a firefighter and his passion for helping people. He talks about his experience on the TV show The Titan Games and how he got involved. Matt also shares his journey with Train for the Win, a training program he developed to improve upon the CrossFit methodology and promote longevity in fitness. He discusses his upcoming goals, including participating in the Leadville 100 bike race and the Tactical Games. Matt also mentions his love for tattoos and the culture surrounding them.
 
Chapters 
00:00 Introduction and Matt Chan's Background 
00:59 Passion for Outdoor Recreation 
12:04 Living in an RV and Traveling 
23:32 Involvement in CrossFit and Competing 
33:35 Balancing Workouts and Outdoor Activities 
36:03 Return to Firefighting and Fulfillment in Service 
37:13 From Firefighter to Titan Games Competitor 
46:27 Train for the Win: Balancing CrossFit and Aerobic Training 
58:09 Future Goals: Leadville 100 and the Tactical Games 
01:11:46 The Art of Tattoos: Recommendations from Matt 
 
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Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler join Nathan and they plan out the ideal way to start training and break it down generally what to do as you enter different eras or decades of your life. They cover tons of topics from coaching coffee, owning gyms during the pandemic, pushing boundaries as you age, taking calculated risks, and the importance of failing. You'll laugh, you hopefully won't cry, maybe you'll get hungry. Who knows where the conversation will go? Guess you'll have to watch to find out.
 
Chapters 
00:00 Introductions and Coffee Nicknames 
03:51 Coffee as a Coaching Companion 
09:38 Get With The Programming: Connecting Through Podcasting 
14:22 Starting a Podcast: Overcoming Doubts and Building a Community 
37:00 Embracing Failure as a Learning Opportunity 
48:24 Maintaining Movement Quality as Athletes Age 
54:21 Prioritizing Routines, Nutrition, and Recovery 
01:03:43 Maintaining Muscle Tone and Functionality as You Age 
01:08:58 The Potential Impact of CrossFit on Aging and Health 
 
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Margaux Alvarez joins Nathan to discuss her experiences in various sports and how they have shaped her as an athlete. She talks about her background in activities such as ballet, taekwondo, horseback riding, golf, volleyball, and outrigger canoe paddling. They cover topics such as the importance of mental training and discipline in sports, her unique journey to where she is today, wine making, coaching, GoRuck shoes, Power Monkey Camp, which sandwich is best, survival skills, and so much more. Give a listen and you’ll see how Margaux’s passion for her work has led her to where she is today.
 
00:00 Introduction and Background 
02:28 Transition from CrossFit to Tactical Games 
05:25 The CrossFit Games and Tactical Games 
08:29 Path to CrossFit Games 
11:19 Multi-Sport Background 
14:24 Introduction to Outrigger Canoe Paddling 
22:33 Love for Challenging Workouts 
23:53 Introduction and Background 
24:45 Discovering CrossFit and Volunteering at the Games 
26:11 Regional Competitions and Moving to Texas 
28:23 Transition to Online Coaching and Time Management 
31:48 Childhood Aspirations and Philosophy on Training 
34:52 Balancing Winemaking and Training 
38:34 Joining Power Monkey Camp as a Coach 
42:47 Power Monkey Camp Experience 
46:19 GoRuck Games Competition 
50:58 Ramping Up Training and Mental Preparedness 
51:28 Functional PT Tests and Unknown Challenges 
51:54 Handling the Unknown and Pushing Through Fatigue 
52:23 Challenges and Growth in Unfamiliar Environments 
53:19 Training for Active Shooter Situations 
53:48 Expanding Beyond Fitness in Training 
54:15 Connecting with the Community and Grappling 
54:45 Pushing Mental Fortitude in Night Swimming 
55:15 Goals for the Future: Wine Production and Training Programs 
55:33 The Versatility of GORUCK Shoes and Backpacks 
55:55 The Benefits of Rucking and Adding External Load 
56:45 The Importance of Functional Training and Shoe Comfort 
57:16 Future Goals: Women's Retreats and Empowering Others 
57:34 Navigating Social Media and Impersonation Accounts 
58:34 The Impact of Impersonation Accounts on Businesses 
58:57 The Science and Benefits of Rucking 
59:27 The Comfort Crisis and Engaging the Core 
59:37 The Joy of Sandwiches and Unique Combinations 
01:04:46 Managing Multiple Instagram Accounts 
01:05:31 Dealing with Impersonation Accounts and Online Security 
01:09:01 The Love for String Cheese and Dog Reactions 
01:12:47 The Joy of Meatball Subs and Favorite Sandwiches 
01:14:35 The Love for Cheese and Brie Turkey Cranberry Sandwiches 
01:15:51 Contacting Margaux Alvarez for Training and Coaching 
 
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Jason Khalipa joins Nathan to discuss his passion for fitness and his journey from traditional gym workouts to CrossFit and Jiu-Jitsu. He emphasizes the importance of staying fit and healthy to live a long and active life. They highlights the benefits of exploring different fitness disciplines and how they can enhance overall physical and mental well-being. They talk the need to be able to run, jump, climb, and lift as a baseline for protection. Khalipa also talks about the idea of providing for his family, which means never allowing fitness to inhibit his ability to do activities with his kids. He shares three different programs that focus on acting the part, looking the part, and never getting to zero.
 
00:00 Introduction and Background 
01:10 Jason's Accomplishments and Podcasts 
03:07 The Importance of Martial Arts 
04:32 Jason's Martial Arts Background 
05:26 Benefits of Martial Arts in CrossFit 
06:14 The Beauty of Jiu-Jitsu 
07:01 The Flow and Focus of Jiu-Jitsu 
09:08 Balancing Training and Coaching 
10:02 The Endless Learning in Jiu-Jitsu 
11:03 The Mind-Body Connection in Jiu-Jitsu 
12:07 Jason's Training Balance 
13:48 The Train Hard App and Fitness Goals 
16:06 Shifting Priorities and Focus 
19:20 Approaching Workouts and Goals
20:25 Jason's Daily Routine 
21:05 Jason's Role with NC Fit 
21:15 Introduction and Overview of NC Fit 
21:57 Programming and Session Plans for NC Fit 
22:56 Evolution of Roles and Responsibilities 
23:58 Delegating Tasks and Focusing on the Business 
26:00 Making Decisions and Avoiding Regrets 
27:08 Overcoming Challenges and Money Problems 
28:02 Learning from Past Mistakes 
29:20 Implementing Changes in the Gym 
30:09 Trusting Your Gut and Making Decisions 
31:37 Transitioning to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Tactical Games 
32:41 The Appeal of Tactical Games 
34:24 Favorite CrossFit Games Event 
35:19 Biceps Battle: Jason Khalipa vs. Dan Bailey 
36:08 Closing Remarks 
 
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Chris Spealler, a multi-time CrossFit Games athlete and owner of Park City Fit in Park City, Utah joins Sean on the podcast. They discuss Chris' background in sports, including his experience in wrestling and how it shaped his work ethic, the early days of CrossFit and its rapid growth in popularity, fitness for outdoor activities and longevity, and the importance of fitness as part of one's lifestyle and finding activities that bring joy and fulfillment. It’s a great conversation with one of the best in the biz. Give it a listen and find out for yourself!
 
00:00 Introduction and Background 
01:37 Opening a New Facility 
03:00 Connecting with Ken Block 
04:03 Involvement with Pivot 
06:00 The Importance of Outdoor Activities 
08:08 Growing Up in Pennsylvania 
09:19 Discovering Wrestling 
12:50 Collegiate Wrestling Career 
23:10 The Early Days of CrossFit 
25:13 Competing in CrossFit 
28:12 The Growth of CrossFit
33:33 Transitioning from Competing to Family and Gym Focus 
35:48 Training for Longevity and Outdoor Adventures 
42:41 Programming for Long-Term Fitness 
50:19 Bridging the Gap in Fitness 
53:26 Give Yourself Permission to Explore 
 
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In this episode, Sean Lake, Johnna Ward, and Nathan Morris discuss the origins of BUBS Naturals and how it was inspired by Glen 'Bub' Doherty. They talk about Glen's larger-than-life personality and how he motivated and inspired those around him. Sean shares how he started taking collagen and experienced its benefits, which led to the idea of starting a company. They discuss the early days of BUBS Naturals, from working out of Sean's kitchen to setting up shop in TJ's garage. The first products they developed were collagen and MCT oil powder. In this episode, Sean Lake shares the story of how Bubs Naturals started and the journey it has taken since 2017. The conversation covers topics such as launching collagen and MCT oil powder, testing and selecting the best collagen brand, finding a supplier in Peabody, Massachusetts, and the role of Glenn in the company. Sean also discusses starting the company with limited funds, obtaining third-party accreditations, expanding the product line, and future plans for BUBS Naturals.
 
00:00 Introduction and Surprise 
02:52 The Inspiration Behind Bubs Naturals 
07:06 Starting Bubs Naturals in Sean's Kitchen 
22:48 The First Products: Collagen and MCT Oil Powder 
23:18 Introduction and Background 
24:03 Launching Collagen and MCT Oil Powder 
26:20 Testing and Selecting the Best Collagen Brand 
30:10 Finding a Supplier in Peabody, Massachusetts 
33:12 Glenn as the North Star of the Company 
36:00 Starting the Company with Limited Funds 
38:02 Third-Party Accreditations: NSF and Whole30 
43:39 Expanding the Product Line 
49:43 Future Plans for Bubs Naturals 
50:08 Closing Remarks 
 
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