The Difference Makers

042 - Anna + Rob | Why you suck at rowing On this week’s episode of the Difference Makers, we chat with rowing and endurance coaches Rob Carson and Anna Muehle to discuss the benefits of improving your rowing technique. Rowing technique is often overlooked in the sport of CrossFit. We talk about the major impact it can have on your performance but also on your movement patterns. Tune in to find out why Rob and Anna are difference makers. Rob: https://www.instagram.com/carson.conceptconditioning/ Anna: http://www.instagram.com/Anna_julia_ebc Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

042 - Anna + Rob | Why you suck at rowing On this week’s episode of the Difference Makers, we chat with rowing and endurance coaches Rob Carson and Anna Muehle to discuss the benefits of improving your rowing technique. Rowing technique is often overlooked in the sport of CrossFit. We talk about the major impact it can have on your performance but also on your movement patterns. Tune in to find out why Rob and Anna are difference makers. Rob:...

041 - Kiefer Lammi | Are training camps better? On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers, we talk to Ungerdogs Athletics assistant head coach Kiefer Lammi. Kiefer, has been around the CrossFit training scene for a long time now having also worked with Invictus Boston and Black Iron Training as their respective director of programming. We talk about all things training and pro’s and con’s of the training camp system. Tune in to find out why Kiefer Lammi is a difference maker. Kiefer: https://www.instagram.com/kieferlammi/ Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

040 - Freya Moosbrugger | Rookie CrossFit Games Athlete On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers we talk to CrossFit Games Rookie qualifier, Freya Moosebrugger. At just 20 years old, Freya qualified for her first CrossFit Games in only her second in person competition. Under the guidance of coach Michele Letendre, Freya is looking to hold her own in Madison as a rookie athlete. Tune in to find out why Freya Moosebrugger is a difference maker. Freya: https://www.instagram.com/freyamoosbrugger/ Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

039 - Rob Fraser | $0 to $10Million in Revenue On this week’s episode of The DIfference Makers, we talk to Rob Fraser, owner of Outway Socks (formerly Endur Apparel). Over the past 6 years Rob has spent building his brand from nothing to a successful international company. Being an entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart and Rob knows first hand the adversity that you can face. Every business has a unique story. Tune in to find out how Rob Fraser has tackled adversity to become a difference maker. Rob: https://twitter.com/robbfraser Outway: https://instagram.com/outwaysocks Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: h ttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

038 - Matt Dlugos | Competing for passion On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers we talk to Matt Dlugos, CrossFit Games hopeful. We talk about Matt’s evolution as an athlete and what it's like to train like a Professional CrossFit Athlete in 2022. From humble roots in West Virginia to training with some of the best athletes in the world in Las Vegas at the Underdogs camp. Tune in to hear from one of the most humble guys in the sport to find out why he is a difference maker. Matt: https://instagram.com/mattdlugos Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

037 - Michelle Aubrey | Breaking the stigma of Life Coaching On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers, we talked to Michelle Aubrey, certified life coach. Michelle details how she went from working to empower women though boxing to working with CEO’s of multi-million dollar companies. She details her process of how she works with clients and allows them to unlock their full potential. Tune in to find out why Michelle Aubrey is a difference maker. Michelle: https://www.instagram.com/michelleaubreycoaching Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: h ttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

036 - Cooper Marsh | Being authentic and building brands On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers, we spoke with Lab Management Co-Owner Cooper Marsh. From his beginnings working in CrossFit Gyms to being the agent to some of the biggest names in CrossFit we talked about everything in between. Cooper has helped athletes build partnerships with some of the biggest brands in the world all while being one of genuine people in the space. Tune in to find out why Cooper Marsh is a difference maker. Cooper Marsh: https://instagram.com/coopermarsh Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

The Difference Makers 035 - Greg Hammond On this week’s episode we talk to Greg Hammond from Concept2. Greg has been with the company for 25+ years and has been a big part of Concept 2’s involvement in the CrossFit and action sports world. From the origins of the CrossFit Games working with Greg Glassman to executing a marathon row for 80 athletes consecutively, We talk about the growth of Concept 2 and how it has gone from a company making ores to one of the most prominent erg companies in the world. Greg Hammond has been a part of it all. Tune in to find out why Greg Hammond is a difference maker. Greg: https://www.instagram.com/concept2greg Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

The Difference Makers 034 - Claire Bays | The Accidental Influencer On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers we talk to Claire Bays. Claire has gone from real estate agent to social influencer overnight almost by accident. She began by posting content she loved creating in the gym and that very suddenly caused a boom in social following. Claire shares with us some very personal moments of growth and overcoming personal demons to find herself again. Tune in to find out why Claire Bays is a difference maker. Claire: https://www.instagram.com/clairebays/ Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

033 - Justin Cotler | The High’s and Lows of Coaching Elite Athletes On this week’s episode of the Difference Makers we talk to the head coach of Underdog Athletics, Justin Cotler. Justin is one of the elite coaches in the CrossFit space who has worked with several Games athletes and Teams. Over the past two seasons he has formed a training camp in Las Vegas with some of the best talent in North America. We talk about the high’s and low’s of coaching elite athletes in the sport in 2022. Tune in to find out why Justin Cotler is a difference maker. Justin Cotler: www.instagram.com/justincotler Underdogs Athletics: https://www.instagram.com/underdogsathletics/ Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

The Difference Makers 032 Dr. Jessica Meltcafe 2 | Overcoming Self Sabotage On this week’s episode we sit back down with Dr. Jessica Meltcafe. Dr. Meltcafe discusses how as humans we naturally struggle with different forms of self sabotage. We take a deep dive into the psyche of athletes and professions as we talk about strategies we can use to prevent self sabotage. Tune in to find out why Dr. Jessica Meltcafe is a difference maker.

031 - Tola Morakinyo On this week’s episode, we talk to Tola Morakinyo. Tola is known for being one of the strongest elite CrossFit Athletes in the Sport. We talk about the value of being athletic and not just fit to excel in the sport today. We talk about how Tola has uprooted his life and moved to Iceland in pursuit of a CrossFit Games Championship. Tune in to find out why Tola Morakinyo is a difference maker. Download the WODProof app here: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/9aab5427 Tola: https://instagram.com/tolakinyo54 Justin: https://instagram.com/coachtamane Listen on your favourite platform: https://wodproofapp.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ WODProof Pro: Everything you need to track your progress, log your workouts, and connect with other athletes. https://wodproofapp.com/pro-package/?utm_source=youtubepodcast&utm_medium=youtubepodcast&utm_campaign=youtubepodcast/ Follow us: IG: http://instagram.com/wodproofapp/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WODProofapp/ Audio Version: Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-difference-makers/id1581277435 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bhRh4tIWMqszD4UCQxcHb?si=33llxbLuQPi7ziL9GsbYRQ

On the weeks episode of The Difference Makers, we talked to up and coming CrossFit athlete Anikha Greer. Anikha is part of the new generation of competitive CrossFit athlete who grew up with the sport. She has been on the cusp of qualifying for the Games as a teen and individual but has come up just short. We talk about how the disappointment of missing qualification has fuelled her fire and how it has pushed her to be a better all around athlete. Tune in to find out why Anikha is a difference maker. Download the WODProof app here: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/9aab5427

On this weeks episode of The Difference Makers we chatted with Brett Piperni. Brett is a mental performance and mindset coach who has worked with some of the best athletes in the world. From coaching CrossFit Games athlete Emily Rolfe to multiple event wins to his TED talk. Brett, drops some serious knowledge bombs on how to approach different situations in your life to maximize your performance. Tune in to find out why Brett Piperni is a difference maker. Download the WODProof app here: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/9aab5427

This week we were join by Kyra Milligan, a young CrossFit athlete who is looking to break through in 2022. After only spending an hour in the gym each day placed 15th at the 2021 MACC. Since then she has moved to Las Vegas to train with the Underdogs athletics crew and is looking to make some big improvements this coming season. We talk all things training and lifestyle as she prepares for the CrossFit Games Open. Tune in to find out why Kyra Milligan is a difference maker. Download the WODProof app here: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/9aab5427

On this week’s episode of The Difference Makers, we talked to Michele Letendre, x6 CrossFit Games Athlete, founder of Deka Comp and coach to Patrick Vellner. Michele shares her insight into coaching one of the greatest CrossFit athletes of all time and how she balances coaching multiple elite level athletes. This is one of the most insightful conversations about coaching and what separates Deka Comp from the pack. Tune in to find out why Michele Letendre is a difference maker for coaches everywhere. Download the WODProof app here: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/9aab5427

On this week’s podcast we talked to CrossFit Games Athlete Lazar Dukic. Lazar is the x5 fittest man in Serbia, has recently come in 2nd at the Dubai CrossFit Championships and is in contention to make another trip to the CrossFit Games. We talk about his rise through the sport including how he was living off of competition earnings from small events so that he could put more time into his training. Lazar is one of the up and coming names in the sport of fitness and it was a pleasure to talk to him. Tune in to find out why Lazar is a name you should know and how he is a difference maker in the sport of CrossFit. Download the WODProof app here: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/9aab5427

This week we talked to YouTubber Nate Edwardson about how he turned a hobby into a full time career. From starting off working with the Buttery Bros with very little experience to being able to grow his own channel full time. We talk about the ups and downs of working for yourself and the crazy world of YouTube. Tune in to find out why Nate Edwardson is a difference maker for creatives everywhere. Download the WODProof app here: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/9aab5427

This week we talked to former national swimmer and current Brute Strength Swim Coach Nemo Colic. Nemo spent years competing and coaching swimming at the highest levels. Recently he has been working with CrossFit athletes to help improve their abilities in the water. From Patrick Vellner to the entire Brute Strength team, Nemo is working with some of the best athletes in the sport to improve their abilities in the water. Tune in to find out why Nemo Colic is a difference maker in the water. Download the WODProof app here: https://fitvlptt.onelink.me/cNS1/9aab5427