The Southpaw Spotlight
The Southpaw Spotlight
CrossFit Southpaw
If you are a busy working professional or stay-at-home parent who wants to get in the best shape of your life - this podcast is for you. Learn from Minnesota's top coaches and other people just like you about the training methods they use to get in phenomenal shape and level up their professional, home, and social lives. CrossFit Southpaw builds lean, strong, and healthy individuals who lead highly impactful lives. Learn about the training methods, nutrition habits, and mindset techniques that they use to achieve success. Subscribe to get new episode alerts!
Be More Efficient: Indigestion vs. Starvation | Ep. 41
We live in an era of information overload. With the dawn of Artificial Intelligence, the amount of information is going to increase exponentially. This episode provides a framework that will help you shortcut the constant barrage of information so that you can get to actionable truth quicker - and live a life of health, wealth, and happiness rather than sliding into the slump of "just getting by." Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Dec 3, 2023
6 min
A Holiday Guide to Smart Watches | Ep. 40
Have you been curious about getting your first smart watch? Are you wanting to get a loved one some wearable tech as a gift this holiday season? We were in the same boat. Over the past year, we have tested the "big three" fitness tracking watches/devices (and researched many more). On this episode, hear our unfiltered thoughts on the Fitbit, Whoop, and Apple Watch. Get the pros, cons, and everything in between. Listen to the end to hear our recommendation(s)!
Dec 3, 2023
16 min
Emotional Fatigue & Physical Performance | Ep. 39
This fascinating look into the origins of fatigue will allow you to understand what your own body is capable of. Using the idea of emotional limits will give you the tools to design a workout system that allows you to become more resilient while having more effective workouts! Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Apr 19, 2023
8 min
Leverage Diminishing Returns To Maximize Your Training | Ep. 37
After you have done an activity for a while, you will notice that the "return" on your investment starts to decline. This could be an investment of time, effort, money, energy, or attention. In this episode, we explore how you can use the law of diminishing returns to continually level up your athletic training! Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Apr 6, 2023
6 min
75 Hard Reflections + Tips | Ep. 36
Less than a week into the 75 Hard Challenge. These are some practical takeaways & strategies from the first few days. Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Apr 5, 2023
12 min
Option 2: Get Uncomfortable | Ep. 35
In this episode I discuss part of my personal journey - and one of the greatest lessons that I am working to implement in my life. Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Mar 31, 2023
5 min
The 3 Supplements You Need To Know About | Ep. 34
There are 3 supplements that are universally accepted by the fitness, nutrition, and scientific communities for their efficacy in recovery and transformation. On this episode we will explain how each of them work, and how/when to use them in your daily life. Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Mar 30, 2023
15 min
75-Hard Challenge | Ep. 33
We are starting the 75-Hard Challenge at CrossFit Southpaw on April 1st. As with everything that we do, we believe it is important to identify both the WHY and the HOW. In this episode we examine both the reasons why we are doing 75 Hard and what exactly it will entail. If you would like to join us, please request to join our Facebook group found here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/128729380148758 Please leave us a review if you enjoy our show! Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Mar 29, 2023
20 min
Use 'Radical Candor' to Become A More Effective Communicator | Ep. 32
Learn how you can use the concept of Radical Candor to build stronger, more meaningful relationships. By being both direct and empathetic in your communication, you can give and receive feedback in a way that is constructive and helps you grow and improve as a human and an athlete. Please leave us a review if you enjoy our show! Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Mar 28, 2023
7 min
Using "Effective Reps" To Get Next Level Strength Gains | Ep. 31
5x5 or 3x10 are common rep schemes you'll see in a strength training program. Indeed - these rep schemes have been tested and can result in some phenomenal adaptations. However, I recently learned about a new method of training called "Effective Rep[etition]s" that can be bolted onto this more traditional framework. Effective Reps have fascinating implications for building strength and producing results that are greater than traditional strength training methodologies on their own. Follow Southpaw on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crossfit.southpaw Follow Southpaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossfit.southpaw/ Learn more about memberships and programs at: https://www.crossfitsouthpaw.com
Mar 27, 2023
6 min
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