Red Wolf CrossFit - Pack Mentality

Matt Banwart
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A Red Wolf CrossFit edition focusing on mindsets, proper CrossFit training techniques, nutrition tips, and how we go about handling tough situations on a daily basis and more. To Join our CrossFit Family visit linktr.ee/redwolfcrossfit or workout with us at 7362 Edinger Ave STE A, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

  1. I'm lowkey pissed off... | 161

    3d ago

    I'm lowkey pissed off... | 161

    The internet is increasingly pushing the idea that people are powerless over their weight, claiming obesity is almost entirely biology, discipline is an illusion, and hunger always wins. While biology, hormones, sleep, stress, medications, and environment absolutely influence behavior, influence is not the same as control. The problem with this messaging is that it often turns awareness into helplessness, causing people to stop believing change is possible before they even try. Fat loss is difficult, but humans are uniquely capable of building habits, creating structure, managing their environment, and overriding impulses over time. The most successful people consistently practice basic behaviors like eating enough protein, exercising regularly, improving sleep, and monitoring their intake. Biology is the context, not the conclusion, and while it may make the journey harder for some than others, believing you have no control ultimately removes your ability to change. In this episode, we break down where these ideas come from, what they get right, and where they go too far.

    22 min
  2. How To Get More Results From The Exact Same Workout | 160

    Jun 6

    How To Get More Results From The Exact Same Workout | 160

    Ever notice how two people can do the exact same workout, in the exact same class, and six months later one gets amazing results while the other barely changes? Most people think it’s genetics. Sometimes it is. Most of the time it’s everything happening outside the gym. In this episode, we talk about why the workout starts before the workout, why having a goal matters, why being exhausted isn’t the same thing as making progress, and why recovery might be the most important part of training. The people getting the best results usually aren’t doing different workouts. They’re showing up more prepared, executing with more intent, and recovering better afterward. If you’ve ever felt like you’re working hard but not getting the results you should be getting, this episode is for you. The workout is only an hour. What you do during the other 23 matters a lot more than most people think.

    42 min
  3. The #1 Pattern I Notice With Unhealthy and Unfit People | 159

    May 28

    The #1 Pattern I Notice With Unhealthy and Unfit People | 159

    Most people think unhealthy and unfit people fail because they don’t know what to do. That’s usually not true. The #1 pattern I notice over and over is they spend more energy trying to avoid the work than actually doing the work. They’re constantly looking for a way around discomfort instead of through it. The problem is your body adapts to what you repeatedly avoid. If you constantly avoid hard things, eventually your entire life becomes harder. In this episode, we break down why shortcuts keep people stuck, why fit people usually lean into the things they’re worst at, and how avoiding weaknesses slowly becomes an identity. We talk about: Why most people already know what worksHow constantly modifying workouts can reinforce weaknessWhy running, burpees, conditioning, and bodyweight movements expose peopleThe difference between using workouts as feedback vs taking them personallyWhy strong people treat weaknesses like projectsWhy the basics are still undefeated The moment you see the pattern… you stop being trapped by it. Free Help: https://www.redwolfcrossfit.com/e-books

    17 min
  4. Top 10 Things That Age You Fast (Backed by Data) | 158

    May 27

    Top 10 Things That Age You Fast (Backed by Data) | 158

    Most people think aging is just about getting older, but a huge percentage of what we call “aging” is lifestyle stacking against people every single day. In this episode I break down the biggest things speeding people up physically and mentally: excess body fat, processed food, poor sleep, stress, inactivity, muscle loss, alcohol, sugar, all of it and why almost everything funnels back to inflammation, insulin resistance, and losing muscle.

    23 min
  5. I HATE losing | 157

    May 14

    I HATE losing | 157

    I used to think I worked hard. Then I almost died at 20 and realized I had no idea what hard actually was. In this episode I talk about how that experience changed the way I look at effort, pressure, business, training, and life in general. We get into why environment matters so much, why some people are driven by winning while others are driven by not losing, and why I honestly think hating to lose has been one of the biggest advantages in my life. I also talk about why I work the way I do now, why I make so much content, why standards matter more than motivation, and how almost losing everything made me way less afraid to go after what I actually wanted.

    15 min
  6. Your gym sucks… and you know it | 156

    May 2

    Your gym sucks… and you know it | 156

    Hey something was on my mind and I wanted to share it with you I talked to someone recently who has been training for years. He shows up, works hard, and does what he thinks he is supposed to do. He still feels stuck. That conversation got me thinking. A lot of people are putting in effort and spinning their wheels. They are showing up, sweating, and checking the box, but they are not actually moving forward. In this episode, I talk about why that happens and why the environment you train in matters more than most people realize. If you have ever felt like you should be further along by now, this one is for you. _ If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to simplify things, we have a ton of free resources, guides, and support available to help you move forward. Follow the link and use what you need. https://www.redwolfcrossfit.com/e-books

    24 min
  7. 3 Shortcuts to 10x Your Fitness & Wodapalooza Miami Recap | 155

    Apr 27

    3 Shortcuts to 10x Your Fitness & Wodapalooza Miami Recap | 155

    Before diving into the main topic, Caitlin shares a candid recap of her experience competing at Wodapalooza in Miami… battlng through a severe ankle sprain and torrential rain to secure a 22nd place finish. Then, they break down the three essential "shortcuts" to 10x your fitness faster: getting around the right people, cutting out the noise of social media trends, and keeping your routine simple and consistent. If you are tired of making excuses and ready to embrace the discomfort required for real change, this episode is your blueprint. Everyone says the "boring basics" is the ultimate key to success. Here’s how to actually follow through and do them.

    59 min
  8. Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes | 154

    Apr 7

    Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes | 154

    You already know what works. Eat better. Train consistently. Stay disciplined. So why are you still in the same place? In this episode, I break down a real conversation with a 25 year old who has spent nearly a decade trying to change and is still stuck. Not because he doesn’t know what to do, but because nothing around him has actually changed. Same environment. Same habits. Same outcomes. We get into the real reason people don’t progress, and it has nothing to do with motivation or lack of knowledge. It comes down to avoiding discomfort, staying in familiar patterns, and refusing to step into a version of yourself that requires more. If nothing changes, nothing changes. P.S. Huntington Beach locals who are stuck. We have a solution for you here: https://redwolfcf-jjudejwf.manus.space/

    24 min
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A Red Wolf CrossFit edition focusing on mindsets, proper CrossFit training techniques, nutrition tips, and how we go about handling tough situations on a daily basis and more. To Join our CrossFit Family visit linktr.ee/redwolfcrossfit or workout with us at 7362 Edinger Ave STE A, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

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