the beta podcast by Yash Gajula
by Yash Gajula
People discover groundbreaking results every day but it won’t appear in the textbooks for another 60 years! Join Yash as he interviews the top professionals from across the world on the cusp of the latest fitness, performance, lifestyle. If you are an athlete, coach, or just hungry to learn more about fitness this podcast is for you.
Episodes
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$20 Million Genomics Founder on the Future of Healthcare | Interview with Kian Sadeghi
Today Yash sits down with Kian Sadeghi CEO of Nucleus Genomics.
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Foot health: preventing common injuries, enhancing strength and mobility, & picking footwear | Dr. Emily Splichal DPM
This week Yash sits down with Dr. Emily Splichal.
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Olympian Jesse Gruper on How to Train Like a Champion Climber
this week we sat down with Jesse Gruper!
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An Unfiltered Conversation with Andrew Coates: No BS Fitness Advice for Real Results
this week Yash and Kevin interview Andrew Coates.
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an honest conversation with 2024 Olympic Climbing Athlete Piper Kelly
our new newsletter to help you get better at climbing 02:53 Experiencing the Olympics: Emotions and Highlights 06:09 Overcoming Injury: Piper's Road to Recovery 08:58 The Importance of Strength and Conditioning in Climbing 11:49 Specialization vs. Cross-Training in Sports 15:11 The Role of…
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CrossFit 2.0: How Pat Barber, Chris Hinshaw, and John Singleton See the Future
This discussion explores the evolution and future of CrossFit, covering changes in training, the role of iconic athletes and coaching, the need for better media and storytelling, leadership challenges, and hyrox as a Competitor to Crossfit. 00:40 How has the Crossfit games athlete changed? 34:09...
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Frank Stallone’s Trainer Shares His Unconventional Fitness Strategies - Interview with Alex Jamal
In this conversation, Yash and Kevin interview Alex, a former champion bodybuilder and IFBB chairman for California. They discuss topics such as helping clients understand the purpose of exercise, trends in fitness, the importance of muscle engagement during workouts, and the role of protein in…
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Debunking Myths to Crush Your Fitness as You Age with Cillian O'Connor
This week Yash interviews Cillian O'Connor on the podcast! 00:00 Introduction and Age Myths 08:05 General Athleticism and Adaptability 14:08 Functional Training and Evidence-Based Practices 18:55 Principles in Training 32:09 The Rise of Knees Over Toes Guy and Charles Poliquin
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How a Top 200 CrossFit Athlete Created the Meal Prep Phenomenon of New Jersey
Alison, the owner of Nutrition Kitchen Meal Prep, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of nutrition and meal prep for fitness and overall health. Alison shares her personal journey of discovering the power of macros and how it transformed her physique and performance. I was curious to…
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48 Hours on a Treadmill, 3 Combat Tours, 36- Hour Ultramarathon - Interview with Jason Wood
This week Yash and Kevin interview Jason Wood, an endurance athlete and military veteran, who shared his journey of using endurance challenges to overcome mental and physical health struggles. He discusses how he found purpose and resilience after the military through endurance events, and how…
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Greg Everett: Coaching, Rock Climbing, and being a Creator
This week Yash interviews Greg Everett on Coaching, Rock Climbing, and being a Successful Creator. 00:00 Maximizing Success: Strengthening Weaknesses and Exploiting Strengths 08:53 The Importance of Mental Rituals in Training 12:17 Effective Communication: Coach-Athlete Relationship 24:39 Content...
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Why are so many pitchers getting hurt? An exclusive conversation with an Elite Physical Therapist :: Coffee w/ CYC
In this conversation, Yash Gajula and Doug discuss the prevalence of UCL injuries and nerve inflammation in pitchers, specifically in Major League Baseball. They delve into the history and details of Tommy John surgery, the anatomy of the UCL, and the causes of these injuries. They also touch on...
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Training Actors, Models & Musicians - Interview with Personal Trainer Dan Roberts
This week Yash and Kevin interview Dan Roberts. In this episode, Dan shares his journey from sports coaching to general fitness, emphasizing the importance of being well-rounded and training like an athlete. He highlights his top three exercises for overall fitness: deadlifts, sprinting, and...
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Sage Burgener on Coaching, Olympic Weightlifting, and Hybrid Athletes
This week Kevin and I interviewed Sage Burgener. Sage started coaching at a young age due to her exposure to weightlifting through her father Mike Burgener. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining athleticism as we age and how Olympic weightlifting can contribute to overall fitness and...
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Coffee w/ Kate Gordon: Answering Nutrition Questions on Everyone's Mind
This week I had a conversation with nutrition expert, coach, and ex Crossfit games competitor Kate Gordon. The conversation explores the misconceptions and pitfalls of weight loss, the importance of unlearning outdated diet advice, the role of cholesterol in the body, the impact of alcohol on...
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The Art and Science of Coaching Elite CrossFit Athletes w/ John Singleton
In this conversation, Yash and Kevin interview John Singleton, an elite CrossFit coach, about his journey in CrossFit and his perspective on coaching. They discuss the importance of concurrent training in CrossFit, the qualities of a great coach, the differences in programming for beginners and...
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Redefining Fitness: CrossFit and Beyond w/ Kevin Varno and Ben Isabella
The conversation revolves around the topics of how the guests got into CrossFit, the effectiveness of CrossFit compared to other fitness regimens, the unique aspects of Isabella Fitness and Varno Fitness, building a strong community in a gym, and the qualities that differentiate a CrossFit coach...
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Coffee with Max Coleman: Answering your fitness questions on sneaky ways to get huge
First Coffee show of the year! We love the format and going to be dropping so many more this year. Excited for you guys to hear this rapid fire Q+A with Max! Max: Max Coleman just completed his masters working under Dr. Brad Schoenfeld. Max’s research interest pertains to the manipulation of...
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Dr. Douglas Hoogendyk on Biomechanics in Elite Sports and Coaching
This week I sat down with Dr. Douglas Hoogendyk, a pioneer in biomechanical assessment and movement science. With a storied career spanning elite institutions such as the Hospital for Special Surgery and the Kessler Institute, Dr. Hoogendyk brings a wealth of knowledge from his experiences with...
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How to lose the weight and keep it off in 2024 - An honest conversation with a 400 pound trailblazer and his coach
This week we explore a transformative journey of weight loss in 2024. Your host, Yash and his guests Kevin and Nick, engage in a profound and honest conversation about overcoming the challenges of sustainable weight loss. We share Nick's inspirational story, starting from a weight of over 400...
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A Transformative Interview with Greg Everett *AKA catalystathletics*
This episode week we had a candid conversation with Greg Everett, the renowned face of weightlifting and the founder of Catalyst Athletics. Listen as Greg shares his organic journey into coaching, emphasizing the importance of investing in athletes as individuals and not just as performers....
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NFL Strength Coach of the Year: Joe Kenn’s Winning Strategies
This week Kevin and I interviewed Joe Kenn on the podcast on what it takes to be an elite coach and more!
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28 Years in Fitness: A Deep Dive with the most Underrated Schoenfeld
This week we dove into the rich 28-year fitness journey of Melody Schoenfeld, MA, CSCS. The 2019 NSCA Personal Trainer of the Year, author of 'Pleasure Not Meating You', 'Diet Lies and Weight Loss Truths', and more. A powerlifting record-holder and owner of Flawless Fitness in Pasadena, Melody's...
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30+ Books Written and 50+ Marathons Ran Interview w/ Matt Fitzgerald
In this episode we talk about Matt's fascinating journey and his new venture Dream Run Camp! Matt has written more than 30 books on endurance sports training, nutrition, and psychology, and collaborated with some of the biggest racers and minds in the world! Matt's Instagram Dream Run Camp Website
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CYC Roundtable: The Future of Crossfit w/ Chris Hinshaw, Andy Hendel, and Pat Barber
Yash and Kevin sit down with Chris Hinshaw, Patrick Barber, and Andy Hendel to discuss the Evolution of Crossfit.
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Building Muscles with Science: A Conversation with Max Coleman on Training and Nutrition
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Max Coleman, a second-year master's student working under renowned fitness expert Dr. Brad Schoenfeld. With research interests in the manipulation of resistance training variables and their effects on muscle hypertrophy, Max brings a scientific…
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How to Achieve Lasting Change: A Conversation with Psychologist Dr. Gary Mendoza
This week Kevin Varno and I sit down with Dr. Gary Mendoza, a recognized expert in the field of nutrition and behaviour change. With over 30 years of personal training experience, his passion for evidence-based practice and effective weight management programs brings a fresh perspective to our...
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Forging CrossFit Box Success in the Digital Age | Interview with Marco Petrik
This week we interviewed Marco, a former semi-professional volleyball player turned innovative CrossFit box owner in Germany. In the era of digital transformation, Marco has harnessed the power of social media to build a thriving community around his gym. Through this podcast, he shares his…
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The CrossFit CEO's Mission to Improve Gym Quality
In this episode I asked Crossfit CEO Don Faul What is Crossfit going to do about its gym quality? We also hear from Don about the future of Crossfit. Huge shoutout to LA based Crossfit photoghrapher @johnshootsit for plugging us with the video!
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Victor Wembanyama: The Future of Basketball | Interview with Sports Performance Expert, Dr. Mike Young
In this episode, we highlight this years #1 Pick Victor Wembanyama *the future of the NBA* We had the privilege of hosting Dr. Mike Young, a highly accomplished sports performance expert. Dr. Young, the Director of Performance at Athletic Lab Sports Performance Training Center and the performance...
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Interview with Celebrity Trainer Justin Gelband | Insights and Stories from Training Top Celebrities
Welcome to our exciting new episode where we had the privilege to interview the renowned celebrity personal trainer, Justin Gelbrand. Some of his many clients include Taylor Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Anne Hathaway, Ryan Seacrest and Candice Swanepoel. JG also did 13 Victoria Secret shows and had…
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From the NFL to CrossFit: Interview with Andy Hendel
In this episode, we're excited to have Andy Hendel joining us to share his journey and insights. Andy, a former pro football player with the Jacksonville and Miami Dolphins, has decades of experience in coaching high school and college football. He later found his passion in CrossFit, where he…
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Expert Insights on Sleep, Diet, Mobility, and Running a Successful CrossFit Gym with Miles Key
In this episode of the CYC podcast, Yash talks to the one and only Miles Key, owner and head trainer of CrossFit Hove for 15 years and one of two active level 4 coaches in the country, about how to get a good night's sleep, the carnivore versus vegan diet debate, the importance of stretching, and...
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Interview with Rick Howard: Long term athletic development from the cradle to the grave
This week I had the opportunity to interview Rick Howard, one of the leading experts in the world for Long term athletic development (LTAD). Rick gives us his thoughts on correctly specializing children in sports, disparities between school and sports, correct ways to test kids for health and...
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Interview with Patrick Barber - "Patrick x the past, present, and future of Gyms"
This week I sit down with a legend in the Crossfit space Patrick Barber! Patrick has been competing in the Crossfit games for almost two decades, been a coach and on the Crossfit seminar staff for 16+ years, Co-Founder of the Atom Affiliate program at RPM, and WUWO (Warmup and Workout) . Patrick...
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Why squatting 800 pounds may be the worst decision of your life: Part 2 with Connor O’Brien
Out of high school Connor was a nationally ranked powerlifter with maxes of S:750, D: 755p, B: 465 This week Connor and I roast our own fitness communities (Powerlifting, Crossfit, and Young athletes), pinpoint major misconceptions in our society around elite sports and their longevity, and we...
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The harsh reality of professional powerlifting, and PED’s - Interview with Connor O’Brien
Out of high school Connor was a nationally ranked powerlifter with maxes of S:750, D: 755p, B: 465. In part 1 of our interview with Connor O’Brien we discuss all things powerlifting! Connor gives us his raw unfiltered view on the the journey to being a nationally ranked, the harsh realities of...
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Tyler Guzzo - All things entrepreneurship, business, and creating an online and physical community!
This week Yash has the pleasure of interviewing Tyler Guzzo! Tyler is ex physical therapy assistant, turned strength coach who has first hand experience in various aspects of business through founding his own company Guzzo fitness. Guzzo fitness aims to help moms look and feel the best way they…
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Jon Cano - Chef, Ultra marathoner, and Crossfit athlete
This week Yash talks to Jon Cano. Jon is a chef at Prep coffee, Crossfit athlete, and Ultra marathoner! We discuss all things from recovering from injury, creating an unbreakable mindset, his unique perspective from being an athlete and a chef, barefoot running, and more! (9:51) Gym Community...
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Bridging the gap between our primitive bodies and our modern day society - Interview with Dan O'Neil
“Exercise is a weird thing that modern day humans created to try and fix are sedentary lifestyle, but pales in comparison to natural movement. Every wild animal on the planet is strong and fit because it moves naturally." - Dan O’Neil Today Yash interviews natural movement coach, and personal...
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Kevin Varno - Personal Trainer -> Behavioral Coach and a decade of perspective on the Fitness Industry
This week on CoachingYourCoaching, Yash talks with Kevin Varno! Kevin leaps into behavioral coaching head first as director of training at Crossfit Isabella Fitness for over a decade. We hear about Kevin's transition from high school to the fitness industry, how social media changed marketing for...
About this show
People discover groundbreaking results every day but it won’t appear in the textbooks for another 60 years! Join Yash as he interviews the top professionals from across the world on the cusp of the latest fitness, performance, lifestyle. If you are an athlete, coach, or just hungry to learn more about fitness this podcast is for you.
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Yash Gajula