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Best Hour of Their Day | Podcast
by Jason Ackerman / Jason Fernandez
Hosted by Jason Ackerman and Jason Fernandez, Best Hour of Their Day is a podcast dedicated to helping the CrossFit community. We cover all aspects of fitness including coaching, training, competing, starting and growing a business, and everything in between. Regular guests include world-class athletes, some of the best Coaches in the world, fitness entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and more.Follow us on all socials!BestHourofTheirDay.com
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Is Xenom the Future of Competitive Fitness in CrossFit?
Matt Torres, founder of Brute Strength and one of the most respected coaches in competitive CrossFit, joins Jay and Fern live to break down Xenom, the newly announced Decathlon of Fitness, and what it means for the sport.They'll dig into where Xenom fits alongside the CrossFit Games and what this new competition signals for athletes, coaches, and affiliate owners. Join us live and bring your questions.---Take the free Affiliate Blueprint Assessment👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/af...---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/
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Kyle Pinkham just passed his CrossFit Level 4!
Kyle Pinkham from MisFit Gym Portland recently passed his CrossFit Level 4. He joins Todd Occhiuto and Kristen Bowen to discuss what he did to prep leading up to the evaluation.This is Part 4 of a 4-part series on coach development from the brand new intern all the way to the Professional Coach.---Develop your coaching! Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/th...---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/
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Is HYROX Worth It for CrossFit Gyms? Or Is It Just Hype?
HYROX is one of the fastest-growing fitness formats in the world, and CrossFit gym owners are paying attention.In this episode, Jay and Fern sit down with Wodify CEO Brendan Rice to look at what the data actually shows when gyms add HYROX, why it's appealing, and when it becomes a distraction from your core business.If you're an affiliate owner trying to decide whether HYROX is a smart move or just noise, this episode is for you.---Take the free Affiliate Blueprint Assessment👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/af...---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/--Learn more about Wodifyhttps://www.wodify.com/
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Cody Anderson passed his CrossFit Level 3!
Cody Anderson (CrossFit Magnify) recently passed his Level 3! He's joining Todd Occhiuto and Kristin Bown to share his journey to get here as a coach and Affiliate Owner.This is Part 3 of a 4-part series on coach development from the brand new intern all the way to the Professional Coach.---Develop your coaching! Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge---Take the free Affiliate Blueprint Assessment👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/
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Fern went to Harvard (Why he went and what he learned)
Fern went to Harvard! He's sharing why he did it, what he learned, and what it means for every CrossFit Affiliate Owner who is serious about investing in themselves.---Take the free Affiliate Blueprint Assessment👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/af...---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/
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How to Prepare to Take the CrossFit Level 2 Course
Most Coaches show up to the CrossFit Level 2 unprepared and leave without actually improving their coaching. Todd Occhiuto and Kristin Bowen break down how to prepare so you can get the most out of the course, develop real coaching skills, and bring back something that actually impacts your classesThis is Part 2 of a 4-part series on coach development from the brand new intern all the way to the Professional Coach.---Develop your coaching! Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/
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I Want to Leave My Job for the Gym But What About My Retirement?
If you leave your job and go all in on the gym, what happens to your retirement plan? Josh Plosker and Ben Beck of Forging Elite Finance join Jay and Fern to answer the question most gym owners never ask until it's too late.---Take the free Affiliate Blueprint Assessment👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/---Forging Elite Financehttps://www.forgingelitefinance.com/goservices
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What Every New CrossFit Coach Should Do in Their First 90 Days After Their Level 1
What does it actually take to become a great CrossFit coach, and what should you be focused on in the first 90 days after your Level 1? Hollie Poe just passed her Level 1 and started her internship.In this episode, Todd Occhiuto and Kristin Bowen break down the intern stage of coach development: what new coaches get wrong, what gym owners miss, and what actually moves the needle early in a coaching career.This is Part 1 of a 4-part series on coach development from the brand new intern all the way to the professional coach.---Develop your coaching! Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/
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Do GLP-1s Belong in Your CrossFit Gym?
GLP-1s like Ozempic are showing up in CrossFit gyms whether coaches like it or not. Your members are already using them and most gym owners have no idea how to handle it.In this episode, Jason Ackerman and Jason Fernandez sit down with Dave Appel, Owner of SoLa CrossFit and Chief Health & Fitness Officer at Korb Health, to have the conversation most coaches are avoiding.We cover what GLP-1s actually do, why the CrossFit community's resistance to them may be hurting your members, and how to position your gym to support people using them without compromising your coaching standards.If you have members on GLP-1s and no clear answer for how to handle them, this episode is for you.---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/---Take the free Affiliate Blueprint Assessment👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/af...---Check out Korb Health:https://www.korbhealth.com/---About Best Hour of Their Day:We help CrossFit affiliate owners build stronger businesses and better teams. New episodes every week.
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Why Your Coaching Progressions Are Boring Your Members (And What to Do Instead)
You want to be a professional CrossFit coach, but your members don't want a mini-seminar at 5:00 in the morning. Todd Occhiuto and Kristin Bowen show you how to coach progressions the right way so your classes stay engaging, high energy, and members keep coming back.---Develop your coaching! Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/
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Steal This Content Strategy That Builds Followers and Fills Your Gym
Most CrossFit gym owners either post content that only their members understand or they don’t post at all and wonder why nothing grows. In this episode, Jason Ackerman and Rodrick Lopez (@memefortime) break down the exact strategy they use to build an audience that converts into paying members and how you can steal it and apply it immediately.---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/---Take the free Affiliate Blueprint Assessmenthttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---Learn more about Massive Action Taker by Rod Lopezhttps://www.skool.com/massiveactiontakers
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The Same Scaling, Same Results: Why Your CrossFit Athletes Aren’t Progressing
If you’re scaling your athletes the same way every class, don’t be surprised when they keep getting the same results. In this episode with Ben Dziwulski of WODprep, we break down how to coach with intention and actually help athletes progress toward real skills like double unders, pull-ups, and toes-to-bar.---Develop your coaching! Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/---Learn more about WODprep Academyhttps://wodprep.com/
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Has CrossFit lost control of its own narrative?
CrossFit’s story used to be shaped by HQ, but today it’s increasingly influenced by independent media, personalities, and competing narratives. Does CrossFit have a clear direction, and what do these shifts mean for affiliate owners trying to build stable, successful businesses? Ackerman breaks it down with Jenny Hull from Dense Updates (CF Network).---AffiliateCon 2026 | Dallas, TX | Oct 16-18https://www.affiliatecon.co/---Take the free Affiliate Blueprint Assessmenthttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---Check out Dense Updates on YouTube
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The Scaling Trap: How Coaches Keep CrossFit Athletes Stuck
Most CrossFit coaches rely on scaling to manage a class, but scaling alone doesn’t develop athletes or unlock new skills.Todd Occhiuto and Kristin Bowen break down how to bridge the gap between where your athletes are and where they need to go so they stop getting stuck and start progressing.---Develop your coaching! Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge
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How to Start an Adaptive Program at Your Gym | Jenna Muri-Rosenthal
You want to serve and coach adaptive athletes, but don't know where to start. Jenna Muri-Rosenthal (Fit to Function) walks through what it actually takes to build a real adaptive program at your affiliate.--Learn more about Fit to Function and Adaptive Training Academyhttps://www.ata.fit/https://www.fittofunctionrecovery.com/---Develop your coaching! Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge
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How to Get More Referrals in Your CrossFit Gym
Most CrossFit gym owners think they need more leads, but they overlook the easiest source of growth: referrals. In this episode, we break down how to create a great member experience, ask for referrals the right way, and use systems like Bring-A-Friend Week to turn your members into your most powerful growth engine.---FREE TRAINING: How to Turn Your Members Into Your Most Powerful Growth Enginehttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/referral-flywheel---Ready to grow your gym? Take the FREE Affiliate Blueprint Assessmenthttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment
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CrossFit Open Workout 26.3 Coaching Tips
Level 4 Coaches Todd Occhiuto, Kristin Bowen, Brentnie Kincaid, and James Horbart break down tips and strategies for coaching the final workout of the 2026 CrossFit Open.---Looking for Coaching Development? Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge
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Our Business Coaches Audited CrossFit Elkhorn
Last week, Max Isaak and Allison Jachowski traveled to Omaha, NE to audit CrossFit Elkhorn. Tune in to hear what they found.---Ready to grow your gym? Take the FREE Affiliate Blueprint Assessmenthttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/af...---Check our last episode with Trevor from CrossFit Elkhorn.https://youtube.com/live/ZSAqjotF9Cc---Join us in Dallas, TX, October 16-18 for AFFILIATECONhttps://www.affiliatecon.co/
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If Your CrossFit Gym Feels Stuck, Watch This
If your CrossFit gym feels stuck, it’s probably not because you need to work harder. It’s because you’re solving the wrong problems in the wrong order.In this episode, we break down why growth happens in phases and how the Affiliate Blueprint helps you identify exactly what to focus on to plan your gym's breakthrough.--Take the FREE Affiliate Blueprint Assessment:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment
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CrossFit Open Workout 26.2 Coaching Tips
Brentnie Kincaid (CF-L4) and Adam Fuller (CF-L4) join Todd Occhiuto (CF-L4) to break down strategies for coaching Open Workout 26.2---Looking for Coaching Development? Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge
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CrossFit Open Workout 26.1 Coaching Tips
Todd and Kristin break down CrossFit Open Workout 26.1 and what you need to know before you hit the coaching floor.---Looking for Coaching Development? Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge
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Why CrossFit Gym Owners Should Make $100k (But Most Don’t)
You didn’t open a CrossFit gym to struggle financially, but for many owners, not paying themselves enough has become normal. We break down why $100K should be the baseline for affiliate owners and why most never reach it.---Learn how to make $100k as a CrossFit Affiliate Owner:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/$100k-Affiliate-Owner---Free Online Affiliate Business Assessment:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---Submit content ideas:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/content
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CrossFit Open Barbell Prep: Standards, Strategy, and Smart Progressions
Cody Looney from Burgener Strength and a special guest join Coach Development Live to break down how coaches should be preparing barbell movements for the CrossFit Open.We’ll dive into movement standards, strategies, and smart progressions that build confidence, efficiency, and consistency—so your athletes walk into the Open prepared instead of exposed.---Looking for Coaching Development? Try The Knowledge Pro FREE for 14 days:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Learn more about Burgener Strength:https://burgenerstrength.com/
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We’re Auditing a CrossFit Affiliate Live (Affiliate Intensive Winner)
Trevor Baxter of CrossFit Elkhorn won the 2026 Affiliate Intensive, and next week our team is heading to Omaha to break down his entire operation. In this live episode, we’ll explain what we’re evaluating—coaching, sales, retention, systems, and leadership—and what every CrossFit affiliate owner can learn from the process before we ever step on the floor.---Take the FREE Affiliate Blueprint Assessmenthttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---Grab your tickets to AffiliateCon 2026https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon
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Coaching Handstand Movements for the CrossFit Open: Standards, Prep, and Progressions
Pamela Gagnon joins Todd and Kristin to break down how to coach handstand movements for the CrossFit Open, including what’s shown up historically, common no-rep standards, and where athletes lose reps. We’ll cover practical progressions and prep strategies coaches should be using now to make sure their athletes are confident, efficient, and Open-ready.--Ready to develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Learn more about Performance Plus: https://performanceplusprogramming.com/
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Why Most Coaches Are Bad at Teaching Double Unders
David Newman from RX Smart Gear joins us to break down how he teaches double unders and advanced jump rope skills like crossovers in real CrossFit classes. We also dig into what coaches need to be doing to ensure athletes are actually progressing—especially with the CrossFit Open right around the corner.---Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Check out RX Smartgear: https://rxsmartgear.com/--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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If We Had to Restart From Zero, This Is How We’d Build a Gym
If Jay and Fern had to wipe the slate clean and start over, this is exactly how they’d build a gym today. Drawing on experience from owning multiple affiliates, they break down what they’d prioritize, what they’d ignore, and the decisions that actually matter when everything resets.---Take the FREE Affiliate Blueprint Assessmenthttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---Grab your tickets to AffiliateCon 2026https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon
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Why the CrossFit Open Still Matters (Even If You’re Not “Competitive”)
Nicole Christensen and Chase Ingraham from CrossFit HQ share how they're preparing for The Open and what Coaches and Owners need to know leading up to the season.---Ready to level up your coaching?Claim your 14-Day Free Trial inside The Knowledgehttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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CrossFit Affiliate Owner Tier List: What Actually Matters vs. What’s a Distraction
Fern and Jay rank the biggest priorities in a CrossFit affiliate—from sales and retention to marketing, programming, and branding—into a brutally honest tier list. If you’re busy but not growing, this episode will show you where your focus is off.---Take the FREE Affiliate Blueprint Assessmenthttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---Grab your tickets to AffiliateCon 2026https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon
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Programming & Coaching for The Open | Taylor & Bryson - Sentinel Training
Taylor Self and Bryson DelMonte join Todd and Kristin to discuss programming and coaching leading up to and through The Open.---Join us at AffiliateCon 2026 in Dallas, TXhttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon---Ready to level up your coaching?Claim your 14-Day Free Trial inside The Knowledgehttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge
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Is the CrossFit Open Actually Worth It for Affiliate Owners?
Affiliate owners ask the same questions every year about the CrossFit Open—whether to run it, how to structure it, what to charge, and what actually matters. Jay and Fern break down the real tradeoffs, preferences, and decision points owners need to consider before committing their time, staff, and energy.---The Open Growth Strategy Webinar:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/the-open-growth-strategy---AffiliateCon Tickets:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon
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Breaking Down Real CrossFit Workouts for Adaptive Athletes
Alec Zirkenbach from Adaptive Training Academy joins Todd and Kristin to break down real CrossFit workouts and show how he modifies them for adaptive athletes in a live class setting. This episode focuses on the coaching decisions behind each modification so coaches can apply the same thinking in their own classes.--Learn more about the Adaptive Training Academyhttps://www.ata.fit/---Join us at AffiliateCon 2026 in Dallas, TXhttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon---Ready to level up your coaching? Claim your 14-Day Free Trial inside The Knowledgehttps://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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AffiliateCon 2026 Announcement! | BHOTD x Mayhem
Austin Malleolo joins Jason Fernandez and Jason Ackerman to break down what Best Hour of Their Day and CrossFit Mayhem are building with AffiliateCon 2026.They share why this event exists, what makes it different, and how it’s designed to raise the standard for coaches, owners, and the broader CrossFit community.Click here for more info:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon
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Why Your CrossFit Gym Feels Stuck (Even Though You’re Hustling)
👉 Use the Lead Need Calculator (free)https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/lead-need-calculatorIn this video, we break down why chasing more leads often makes growth feel harder — not easier.Most CrossFit gyms don’t stall because they’re invisible.They stall because they’re leaking members, sales, or both — and don’t know the math behind it.Growth isn’t a motivation problem.It’s not even a marketing problem.It’s usually a math problem.The Lead Need Calculator shows you:• how churn impacts growth• whether you actually have a lead problem• how many leads you need based on your current numbers• where growth is breaking downThe calculator doesn’t fix your gym.It gives you clarity.And clarity changes what you work on next.
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Stop Overcomplicating Weightlifting in CrossFit | Cody Looney
Most CrossFit gyms don’t have a weightlifting problem — they have a coaching problem. Cody Looney from Burgener Strength breaks down how to simplify barbell instruction, build real weightlifting skill inside group classes, and create a stronger barbell culture without overengineering your programming.--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge
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What Actually Builds Great CrossFit Coaches | Matt Souza
Matt Souza joins Todd and Kristin on Coach Development Live to talk about how he actually develops coaches inside his Affiliate, CrossFit Livermore. They'll cover hiring, onboarding, and building a staff that can deliver a consistent, high-quality experience every class.--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential?👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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Why This CrossFit Gym Owner Can’t Keep Coaches (And What She’s Doing About It)
Jason Ackerman sat down with Carleen, an affiliate owner of 11+ years who’s still struggling to build and retain a coaching team—despite high standards and a strong community. We break down the real tradeoffs between coaching quality, sustainability, and family life, and what Carleen is actively changing to make her gym work long term.--Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university-podcast---FREE 3-minute Affiliate Assessment:👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/
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Why Referrals Outperform Ads for CrossFit Gyms (By the Numbers)
Jason Ackerman and Jason Fernandez break down why referrals consistently outperform ads for CrossFit gyms—using real numbers, not opinions. They walk through the math behind cost to acquire a member, lifetime value, and why a properly structured referral offer drives faster growth, higher retention, and more profit.--Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university-podcast---FREE 3-minute Affiliate Assessment:👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/
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Mayhem Gym Development Weekend Recap
The Mayhem Gym Development Weekend brought CrossFit affiliate owners and coaches together to train, learn, and solve real problems alongside the Mayhem team and Best Hour of Their Day. In this live recap, Austin Malleolo and the Mayhem team break down the biggest takeaways around programming, coaching development, and building a gym that wins on the floor and in the business.--Check out Mayhem Nation: https://mayhemnation.com/--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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CrossFit is for anybody, but your gym isn't... yet. | Alec Zirkenbach
We confront the 'Inclusivity Illusion', which is the dangerous assumption that simply believing 'CrossFit is for anybody' makes your gym accessible. Alec Zirkenbach explains why most affiliates are failing adaptive athletes by default, and gives you the actionable steps to turn your passive inclusivity into actual preparedness.--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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How Much Should You Charge for CrossFit in 2026? (Reverse Engineer It)
Join Jason Fernandez and Christian Genson as they break down why rising operational costs and inflation mean your current CrossFit pricing model guarantees you will make less money in 2026. You’ll learn how to reverse engineer your revenue goals and apply the "7-7-7" strategy to protect your profit margins without chasing unrealistic member growth.--Register for the How to Price Your Gym Right in 2026 webina👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/webinar---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/
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Is the CrossFit Open Still Worth Running in Your Affiliate? | Chase Ingraham
Chase Ingraham joins Todd and Kristin on Coach Development Live to break down what the CrossFit Open can mean inside an affiliate and why it still matters for coaches and members. They’ll share practical ways to run the Open well and use friendly competition to build excitement, confidence, and community in a positive way.--Check out Get With the Programminghttps://www.youtube.com/@getwiththeprogramming--Check out "Sport of Fitness" Podcast on the CrossFit Games YouTube channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@CrossFitGamesTV--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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How we would run a terrible CrossFit box (yes, we've done these...)
Sometimes the best business advice is simply knowing exactly what to avoid at all costs. Ackerman and Fern lay out the ultimate blueprint for running a terrible CrossFit box, admitting that they are personally guilty of committing almost every disaster on the list.--Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university-podcast---FREE 3-minute Affiliate Assessment:👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/
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Inside 18 Years of CrossFit South Brooklyn: How David Osorio Built an 800+ Member Box
David Osorio has been running CrossFit South Brooklyn for 18 years, growing it into an 800+ member powerhouse without ads, funnels, or high-pressure sales. In this episode, he and Jason Ackerman break down the systems, culture, programming, and leadership decisions that built one of the most iconic affiliates in the world.--Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university-podcast---FREE 3-minute Affiliate Assessment:👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/
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Teaching Gymnastics in CrossFit: Progressions, Spotting, and Safety | Dave Durante
Dave Durante joins Todd Occhiuto and Kristin Bowen to break down how coaches can teach and safely spot gymnastics movements for athletes of all levels inside a CrossFit class. Learn how to keep every athlete progressing with clear progressions, smart spotting, and simple cues that elevate your coaching.--Learn more about Power Monkeyhttps://www.powermonkeyfitness.com/https://www.powermonkeycamp.com/--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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Taylor Self vs. Jason Ackerman on Overtraining, Identity & CrossFit Gym Culture
Taylor Self and Jason Ackerman go head-to-head on the issues every CrossFit coach and affiliate owner wrestles with overtraining, identity, and the culture you allow inside your gym. This conversation digs into the hard truths behind why coaches burn out, why athletes chase volume, and what it really takes to build a healthy, professional CrossFit community.--Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university-podcast---FREE 3-minute Affiliate Assessment:👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/
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Virtuosity in Programming: How to Make the “Sucky Stuff” Fun for Athletes
Taylor Self joins Todd and Kristin to unpack what “virtuosity in programming” really means and how to apply it in daily training. They explore how great coaches make the hard, unglamorous work engaging and help athletes stay motivated through the stuff they need but don’t always love to do--Learn more about Sentinel Training here:https://www.trainsentinel.com/--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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How Eric Hinman BUILT a Lifestyle Brand CrossFitter Can Copy
Filmed live at AffiliateCon, Eric Hinman shares how he built a lifestyle brand that attracts opportunities without chasing them. Learn how gym owners and coaches can use authenticity, consistency, and daily habits to turn their life into their most powerful marketing tool.--Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university-podcast---FREE 3-minute Affiliate Assessment:👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/--Subscribe to Best Hour of Their Dayhttps://www.youtube.com/@BestHourOfTheirDaySubscribe to Eric Himan's Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@ehinman
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Stop Overcomplicating Nutrition: EC Synkowski on What Really Works in the Gym
Most CrossFit coaches overthink nutrition. EC Synkowski is breaking down how to simplify nutrition coaching inside your affiliate so members actually understand it, apply it, and see real results.--Learn more from EC and OptimizeMe Nutritionhttps://optimizemenutrition.com--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd
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What Happens When Your Coach Opens Their Own Gym | CrossFit Avitas
When your best coach leaves to open their own gym, it can feel like betrayal, but it might actually be a sign you’re doing something right. In this episode, Ackerman , Chad, and Karen unpack the hard truths, lessons, and opportunities behind one of the toughest parts of affiliate ownership.---Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university-podcast---FREE 3-minute Affiliate Assessment:👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/
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Hosted by Jason Ackerman and Jason Fernandez, Best Hour of Their Day is a podcast dedicated to helping the CrossFit community. We cover all aspects of fitness including coaching, training, competing, starting and growing a business, and everything in between. Regular guests include world-class athletes, some of the best Coaches in the world, fitness entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and more.Follow us on all socials!BestHourofTheirDay.com
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Jason Ackerman / Jason Fernandez
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