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Episode 30: The 2026 CrossFit Open Kickoff

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0600

Denise, Liz, Rodrigo & Jose test drive 26.1 as the 2026 Open gets underway. Paul talks with the athletes -- before & after to get strategy, wisdom, and lessons to pass on to the rest of us! Also cameos from PJ and Dr. Katie.

Episode 29: Change

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In the wake of the 2025 CrossFit Open, PJ, Stephen, & Dr. Adeeb join the show to talk about the benefits & challenges that accompany change. Programming, rest, and the importance of process are just a portion of our conversation that's packed with encouragement, bringing a ton of excitement to what's ahead for all of our athletes.

Episode 28: 2025 BLCF Intramural Draft

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Meet the teams and the captains! Nick, Amanda, Jose, & Leslie reveal their teams for the 2025 Open. We interview each of them (sans Leslie) and break it all down to the sweet sound of Paul's beloved blender purring in the background.

Episode 27: 2024 Cypress Classic Recap & Looking Ahead

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 07:45:00 -0600

PJ, Brittany, Chelsea & Stephen join Paul to recap this year's Cypress Classic, and look ahead to an already busy 2025 schedule. Who knew couture toilet paper existed??

Episode 26: Then & Now Part 2

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Way back on episode 11 we introduced you to CrossFit newbie Amanda Burton. Here we are a year later checking in on her progress. What an incredible testament to how her commitment has led to some amazing results in her physical and mental health.

Episode 25: Supplements with Dr. Tamika Jaswani

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Tamika is back by popular demand!! She joins Paul & PJ for a conversation on the benefits and drawbacks of supplements and medications such as Xendurance & Ozempic.

Episode 24: Ro Miahmed from SolCore Wellness

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Ro from SolCore Wellness sits in with Paul to talk about their approach to recovery and the therapies they offer to athletes of all ages.

Episode 23: 2024 Wet Hot American Mixed Competition

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0600

23 teams compete in the '24 mixed comp! We talk about the pairings, the events, and get real time feedback on all of the workouts from some of our favorite BLCF athletes.

Episode 22: Hero WODs with Scott & Kelly

Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:00 -0600

"The Murph" is around the corner! A shirtless Scott joins Paul & Kelly to expose us to his vast knowledge of Hero WODs. He also reveals his maniacal notebook, and shares why a PJ/Mike B union would never work.

Episode 21: BLCF Adaptive Athlete Markus Rossmeisl

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0600

In the wake of the '24 CF Open, Paul sits down with Markus to learn about his battle with CIDP. Markus describes the frustrations that accompany future unknowns, his diagnosis, the impact of Dr. Sara Brown, and the Adaptive Athlete community.

Episode 20: 2024 CF Open Recap

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Kelly & PJ join Paul to reflect on this year's Open. Experiences from each workout, standout performances, & FNL antics are all covered. They also hand out their Open MVP awards.

Episode 19: CrossFit Open 24.1

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0600

PJ, Aurelia, Rodrigo, & Francisco take 24.1 out for it's maiden voyage to kick of the 2024 Intramural Open at BridgeLakes CrossFit.

Episode 18: Cypress Hybrid with Scott Basinger

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Scott B is back for a detailed discussion about Cypress Hybrid -- the area's only CrossFit/Hyrox affiliate. He introduces us to "sharking", confesses to his struggles at "Catch Phrase", and predictably has opinions on the CF Open. Paul has a new intern, Destiny, who is trying to turn her life around.

Episode 17: 2024 CF Open Friday Night Lights Draft

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0600

The CrossFit Open is upon us!! We are live from BLCF for draft night! It's a revolving door of guests, including this year's captains!!

Episode 16: BLCF Superlatives

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Kelly & Sara join Paul to hand out the first ever edition of BLCF Superlatives! Best Bromance, Most Likely To Shave Their Legs In The Gym Shower, and Coach Most Likely To Start Class Via Zoom are just a small sample size of what they've come up with! Also, Paul pays tribute to the amazing community found at BLCF just in time for The Open.

Episode 15: 2024 Goals with Kelly & Cory

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Kelly & Cory come prepared to share their '24 goals for both CrossFit and life. By this time next year Cory will have recorded a new record in Spanish, Kelly will have confronted everyone she has a problem with, and Ben Walsh will have a new WOD partner.

Episode 14: Dr. Tamika Jaswani

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Gastroenterologist extraordinaire Dr. Tamika Jaswani joins Paul & PJ for the first show of 2024!! Everyone wants to make changes this time of year, and Tamika helps us navigate the troubled waters of nutrition, supplements, & diarrhea. No one wears Paul's t-shirts, the Mediterranean diet, and the total sham that was "Sleigh the Holidays" are all discussed.

CrossFit Christmas -- Brittany Vela

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Brittany shoves her husband aside to tell us about ESC Sounds earbuds -- the official brand of Feliz NaviSquad

CrossFit Christmas -- Scott Basinger

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0600

When it comes to thorough product evaluations look no further than Coach Scott. He joins to tell us all about the vest he's settled on after MANY MANY predecessors.

CrossFit Christmas -- Brian Herrera

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Brian H comes in to pimp his new Nike Weighlifting Lifters

AYS Short: Smash & Grab Featuring Leslie Snider From Movement Evolution

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Paul inconveniences Leslie Snider of Movement Evolution for a quick conversation.

CrossFit Christmas -- PJ Martinez

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0600

PJ is next! She loves her some Inov-8 shoes and has a closetful to prove it.

Episode 13: Rock the Box Recap

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Stephen and Justin get back in Paul's hot tub to share thoughts on the 3rd annual Rock the Box competition. Justin throws his partner under the bus, and makes sure all 4 wheels hit him forwards & backwards; Nick D's legend grows; the boys are sure to compliment their wives.

CrossFit Christmas -- Leslie Shafer

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0600

BridgeLakes athletes step up to share their CrossFit must haves. Leslie Shafer kicks things off with her favorite workout companion -- the ICESHAKER.

Episode 12: Ben Walsh & Dr. Sara Brown

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Ben Walsh debuts on the show along side Paul, PJ, & Sara. We celebrate PJ's alleged 45th birthday; the guys process injury in very different ways, but converge on crying and getting stronger. Amy Adams was born to portray Sara in her future biopic.

AYS Short: Smash & Grab Featuring Brian Herrera

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0600

New Are You Sore feature called "Smash & Grab"! Paul accosts an unsuspecting guest for a quick minuet.

Episode 11: Then & Now -- Part 1

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0600

PJ joins Paul as we welcome 2 new BLCF athletes -- Indy & Amanda. They share their experiences so far, how it has impacted their fitness and lives. We also discuss their personal goals that we will revisit in 6 months when we record Part 2.

Episode 10: Kelly Burchett Invasion!!

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Cardio Kelly steals the show -- literally and figuratively. Kelly takes advantage of Paul's medicated state, forcing a response to every single "You Not Me" scenario. Beating Ben W, writing a book, and getting pepper sprayed in Dallas are just a few of the topics covered while interviewing the enigmatic host.

Episode 9: Scott Basinger

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Kelly B sits in with Paul to drink from the fountain of Scott; Paul is injured and can't sit close enough to the mic; Scott kept all the receipts from previous episodes, but breaks down coaching, designing, and completing a workout like only he can.

Episode 8: Paul's Hot Tub w/ Stephen, Cory, & Justin

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0600

It's a Manhattan Project of CrossFit nerdery as Paul welcomes BLCF's 3 biggest afficionados to his hot tub party. Stephen, Cory, & Justin fanboy over the Games, frustrations, the moms episode, and share stories of their last fight.

Episode 7: The Moms of BridgeLakes CrossFit

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Paul welcomes 4 of BLCF's finest moms to the podcast -- Angie, Nicole, Kelly, & Leslie. Fireball gets free advertising, and the ladies mistake the podcast for a dating app for Nicole. Paul is reduced to a silent bystander.

Episode 6: Andy Perez at the 6p

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Andy joins Paul & PJ during the 6p class; Paul offends in record time; social benefits of cigarettes; Coach Scott gets slandered repeatedly; Liz's box jump story gets bastardized; "You Not Me" gets awkward

Episode 5: So Fresh And So 9:15 with PJ

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0600

PJ's back! Paul brought cookies for a live recording from the 915 class; PJ & Paul break down the 915 OGs -- Denise, Jess, Brian, Jason, Pam, Aurelia, and your host. PJ hates the cookies; Paul treads on dangerous Selena ground, and processes being a shirtless guy now.

Episode 4: Wet Hot American Mixed Competition

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Recorded live from the first annual Wet Hot American Mixed Competition. Plenty of surprise guests join Paul during the event. Nicole launches the first F-bomb in show history; Tamika responds to Sara's episode 2 hate; Crystal makes wild cheating allegations.

Episode 3: Stephen Bell

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0600

Paul & Stephen discuss mental preparation for athletes of all types. Also, Mike B lays waste, Brian H pt. 2, Justin V is in Paul's hot tub, and PJ -- you need to WD40 the door of your office.

Episode 2: Dr. Sara Brown from Movement Evolution

Mon, 29 May 2023 06:00:00 -0600

Sara joins Paul to discuss unreasonable sports parents, confronting injuries for young & old athletes, and what makes the partnership of BLCF and Movement Evolution so unique. Also: first of many Brian H stories, no one farted that was just Sara's footstool, Paul uses the word "amorphous", and "You Not Me".

Episode 1: BridgeLakes CrossFit owner PJ Martinez

Thu, 18 May 2023 09:00:00 -0600

Paul & PJ discuss coaching strategies/challenges, mustache waxing, a day in the life of BLCF, and the first ever "You Not Me" segment. Also, Paul's CrossFit and college journeys are lessons in mediocrity.