K and I share the back story of why we are rebranding BTE Fitness to Holotropic Fitness. To go where we are trying to go and move forward with intention, it's important to understand where we are coming from, how we got here, and what we need to let go of.  We are excited to improve how we communicate and present our approach to fitness in a way that guides those who are looking for a comprehensive, non-dogmatic, and effective movement practice.  We share 2 offerings for how people  not local to us can learn our approach, get involved, and experience what is 100% a unique approach unlike anything else out there. Our approach is advanced while also being  simple and straight forward without any of the hype or nonsense that is rife in the fitness industry.

anti-CONVENIENCE is a mindset we have been intentionally implementing the past few years in fitness and in life. We discuss what it is, why it is more important now than ever before to embrace and express this mindset, and how it is much more than just "doing what you don't want to do." anti-CONVENIENCE is a mindset that has the potential to forever change how you see yourself and your actions, empowering you to be stronger mentally and physically.

K and Bill sit down to chat about their 50k experience 36 hours earlier.  They share why they signed up, what was challenging, and why events like these are so valuable for growth. They also discuss how the VECTOR PROJECT is a great opportunity for people who want to access the same kind of growth experience through an endurance event.  To learn more about the VECTOR PROJECT visit https://btwntheears.com/the-vector-project/

K and Bill chat about the DØSE and what goes into creating novel and powerful experiences using challenging workouts as the mechanism to expand the mind.  This chat explores some of what led them to not just create the DØSE, but BTE as a whole, including their experience as long time CrossFit Affiliate owners, and how a beautiful and powerful 3 part, 5 word mantra is maybe the ultimate benefit people experience by engaging in DØSE and BTE as a whole. To sign up for DØSE, click here [https://btwntheears.com/online/]. To see upcoming ETHOS seminars: click here [https://btwntheears.com/ethos/].

K and Bill return to the podcast with a casual and conversational approach to sharing with you the stuff they find themselves talking about, thinking about, being challenged by, and exploring. This chat is not about teaching anyone anything, but sharing personal experiences about coaching and training from a place of curiosity.

Michael Blevins is the co-founder of nonprophet [https://www.nonprophet.media/] and creator of The Space Program. He has worked in the fitness industry for 15-years, training private clients, group fitness, directing training for movie projects, professional athletes, and sports teams, as well as publishing multiple original books and works on the methods and other breakthrough insights on the psychology and physiology of fitness. Connect with Michael at @gritandteeth [https://www.instagram.com/gritandteeth/] and @nonprophet [https://www.instagram.com/_nonprophet_/] Check out The Space Program [https://www.nonprophet.media/members-signup] Support the BTE Podcast and yourself by: The DØSE [https://btwntheears.com/online/] BTE Gear [https://btwntheears.com/store/]

Carleen Matthews is an early adopter to both CrossFit and our DØSE program. Carleen  is a mother, affiliate owner, Games athlete and a person who "wants in" on all things mindset. She shares her beginnings of CrossFit, after becoming sober in 2010, and her journey to and through competing at the CrossFit Games. We dig into the delicate line between being committed to the training process and what can easily become obsessive behavior and how she has used 'mindset' in getting to know her WHO. Carleen will be partaking in The Big Fish fundraising event June 9th that will last 30 hours to support veterans along with some of our other BTE friends Vincent Ruiz and Street Parking founders Miranda and Julian Alcaraz. @TeamCarleen @crossfit-st-helens @bigfish_foundation DONATE HERE [https://donorbox.org/4th-annual-fundraiser/fundraiser/carleen-mathews]- Please consider supporting Carleen's fundraising efforts If you'd like to support the show financially, please consider these options: 1. Sign up for DØSE [https://btwntheears.com/online/] for only $9.99/mo or $99/year 2. Buy a t-shirt and rep BTE [https://btwntheears.com/store/]! Please subscribe, review, and share if you find this valuable.

If there was ever a CrossFit OG, Karl Steadman is it. Karl discovered CrossFit in 2003 and was immediately drawn to its counter-culture 'alternative' approach to not fitness but more importantly, a 'career' path. With curiosity and novelty driving his pursuits, Karl has dedicated his professional life to sharing the impacts of CrossFit with others. He has been an affiliate owner, has delivered over 400 CrossFit seminars, and now is the UK affiliate liaison for CrossFit HQ. In this episode we hear about his experience with the Dose, his relationship to 'doing hard things', and how he navigates fitness today. With 20 years under his belt, Karl continues to evolve and shares what 'getting better' looks like for him. Karl is on Instagram @KarlSteadman [https://www.instagram.com/karlsteadman/?hl=en]  Want to do the DØSE workout Karl shares his experience with?! Head to btwntheears.com [https://btwntheears.com/] for your FREE DØSE. Please subscribe, review, and share if you find this valuable. If you'd like to support the show financially, please consider these options: 1. Sign up for DØSE [https://btwntheears.com/online/] for only $9.99/mo or $99/year 2. Buy a t-shirt and rep BTE [https://btwntheears.com/store/]!

Miranda and Julian started their company, Street Parking in 2016 after establishing themselves in the CrossFit community in their respective roles. Miranda as a Flowmaster for CrossFit seminar staff and CrossFit Games athlete, and Julian as a CrossFit Games athlete. Their story of building the Street Parking community and the commitment to building it, alongside their family and tight-knit staff, is inspiring to say the least. These leaders embrace authenticity, hard work and vulnerability in their work, their family and their relationship with fitness. Check out the Miranda at @fearlessmiranda [https://www.instagram.com/fearlessmiranda/?hl=en] Julian at @009julian [https://www.instagram.com/009julian/] Street Parking  @streetparking [https://www.instagram.com/streetparking/]   Sign up for the DØSE [https://btwntheears.com/online/]  to immerse yourself in the experiences we dive into with our guests or visit our website [https://btwntheears.com/] for more. Please leave a review and share the Between the Ears Podcast if you find it valuable!

Oakley Woodhouse is a powerhouse of a human. She owns the incredible Forest Flow CrossFit in the UK, is a member of the CrossFit Seminar Staff team, works for The 180 Project non-profit bringing fitness and health to at risk and vulnerable populations,  and is a highly accomplished athlete. Who Oakley is, though, is far deeper than her accomplishments. She is an incredible soul whose energy is contagious, story inspiring, and is certainly leaving the world a better place than she found it. Check out Oakley at @ojaywoodhouse [https://www.instagram.com/ojaywoodhouse/] Forest Flow CrossFit @ForestFlowCrossFit [https://www.instagram.com/forestflowcrossfit/] The 180 Project @180ProjectUK [https://www.instagram.com/180projectuk/] Sign up for the DØSE [https://btwntheears.com/online/] to immerse yourself in the experiences we dive into with our guests or visit our website [https://btwntheears.com/] for more. Please leave a review and share the Between the Ears Podcast if you find it valuable!

Michael Giardina started CrossFit in 2005. He has worked as a trainer at a CrossFit affiliate and as a CrossFit Seminar Staff Flowmaster and Content Supervisor. He has competed at the CrossFit Games and served as a CrossFit Games Head Judge. He is a Certified CrossFit Coach (CF-L4), has a Master of Science degree in exercise physiology, a Master of Public Health degree, and works as CrossFit's Senior Manager of Health Education.  Mike is a student of life and a natural fit for BTE. This conversation is packed with nuggets of fitness, education, and life wisdom.   You can find Mike G on IG at mikeg_af and  @crossfit  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCtcQ6TPwXAYgZ1Mcl3M1vng]    Please subscribe, comment or like and check out www.btwntheears.com for information on The Dose and upcoming seminars.

Spencer Nix, owner and chief researcher of Behavior & Performance Research joins us to discuss his 20+ year journey in the fitness industry. Spencer discusses his journey from a CrossFit affiliate owner for over a decade to the creation of BPR, which combines behavior and identity coaching with fitness and performance. Spencer shares many of the similar sentiments as we do at BTE, so a connection was bound to happen. Spencer has been in this space for a long time and actually one of my L1 instructors way back when I took my first CF L1 in 2010. He is a wealth of knowledge but it is his heart, passion, and authenticity that impresses and inspires us the most.  This episode is packed with gems and like all good conversations, the hardest part was finishing it. Til next time. Instagram: @spencernix [https://www.instagram.com/spencernix/] @bpr.institute [https://www.instagram.com/bpr.institute/] BPR Field Manual: https://amzn.to/3TmCKww The DOSE [https://btwntheears.com/online/] : Explore the Physiology of Psychology with a weekly workout for your body + mindset.

Jason Ackerman, co-founder of Best Hour of Their Day, joins us to discuss creating something from passion and care without the end goal in mind first, taking on challenges to grow through fitness, parenting, the Dose, and more. Jason is an OG in the CrossFit space whose enthusiasm, positivity, and genuine care for what he believes in can inspire anyone, fitness coach or not. Jason can be found at https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/ [https://www.aerobiccapacity.com/] Instagram @CoachJasonAckerman [https://www.instagram.com/coachjasonackerman/] @besthouroftheirday Please subscribe, review, and/or share if you find this valuable. Curious in The Dose? Join for $9/month or $99 for the year at https://ethos.btwntheears.com/the-dose

Chris Hinshaw, founder of Aerobic Capacity, joins us to discuss coaching CrossFit Games champions, lessons learned as a professional Ironman, his experience doing The Dose workout, tools and practices to improve your endurance, and more good stuff.  Chris is a wealth of knowledge, super generous with his time and energy, and packs this episode with lots of value. Chris can be found at https://www.aerobiccapacity.com/ Instagram @hinshaw363 [https://www.instagram.com/hinshaw363/?hl=en] Please subscribe, review, and/or share if you find this valuable. Curious in The Dose? Join for $9/month or $99 for the year at https://ethos.btwntheears.com/the-dose

Brian Combias is our first coach at BTE Fitness. Brian is an accomplished athlete and student of life whose authentic coaching style makes powerful connections with clients in pursuit of their physical, mental, and emotional fitness goals. Brian is a natural fit for BTE and we dive into his story of where he comes from, how he got involved with BTE, and how he lives the ethos.

K and I discuss the past weekend's seminar and event, ETHOS. We have struggled and floundered for years trying to explain what it is we do, but words just fall short. Words simply are not the primary language of BTE. But, we have to use them so we process, share, and hopefully communicate what ETHOS is, why it was a powerful weekend, and our plans for sharing this powerful experience moving forward. Next in person ETHOS at BTE is December 3-4. As of recording there are only 6 spots available. Learn more at ethos.btwntheears.com [https://ethos.btwntheears.com/] Support the show [https://ethos.btwntheears.com/]

Ginger Comstock is one of the most inspiring human beings K and I have the pleasure to know. After being diagnosed with multiple forms of arthritis at the age of 5, Ginger's body may have deteriorated but her heart and mind only grew stronger. Ginger's story is truly remarkable and she is a living embodiment of hope, showing all who interact with her it's power and what it means to have an athlete's heart.  Support the show [https://www.btwntheears.com/]

Peter Crimi is one of the most inspirational humans Karianne and I have ever met. His story is beyond surviving against the odds of his first 72 hours. Beyond persevering against the Sisyphean like disease of spastic cerebral palsy. Beyond the impressive feats of body and mind like doing the Boston Frogman 5k swim. His story is that of how beautiful the human spirit is and how incredible our journey can be. His story is about truly living.  Support the show [https://www.btwntheears.com/]

Andrew Kalen Dash (AKD) is our first international guest, joining us from Sweden. AKD's athletic endeavours include 20+ years of professional rugby at both the club and national team level as both player and now coach. He shares his story, how his experience with being a BTE athlete supports his investment in self, improves his coaching style, and serves his Who. Stick around to listen to the whole episode for a debrief on the secret Sisyphus Gauntlet 2.0, where we do a quick review of our experience doing all 4 workouts in 1 day. Support the show [https://www.btwntheears.com/]

K and I discuss her recent event, the Frogman 5k swim for Team Step-Up Foundation benefiting the Navy SEAL Foundation. We dive into the meaning of this event providing a source of fuel to drive through the doubt and uncertainty, the inherent value of doing hard stuff and the concept of misogi, and what lies ahead for us in this pursuit. Support the show [https://www.btwntheears.com/]