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Forging Better Humans
Episodes
42 episodes
Ep. 42 - Meet Jeremy Burd of PSF Burdhouse
Jeremy Burd from PSF Burdhouse joins Ted on the podcast today to give a brief history of is gym and training and where he wants to take it in the future in partnership with Iron Legion.
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Ep. 41 - Karen and the Cafe
Ted's favorite 'Employee' is on the podcast today to share what she does on the other side of the wall. Karen owns Brick & Iron Cafe and makes delicious acai and smoothie bowls while also offering high end nutrition support and supplements....
Ep. 40 - How Iron Legion does Personal Training
On this episode Ted explains the process of personal training here at Iron Legion. It's something we've always had, but has always been growing.
Ep 39. - Go Ruck event debrief with Collin + Michael
Previous guests Collin McGinnis and Michael Oliveros join us on the podcast to talk about their multi-day Go Ruck event last week.
Ep. 38 - Will Ramirez: The Savant of Stones
On this episode of the Forging Better Humans, Ted is joined by Will Ramirez , a heavy hitter in the strongman community. Stone maker, competitor, and promotor - you're in for a good episode.
Ep. 37 - Meet Chad Belger, Founder of Recovery Rx
Welcome Chad Belger to the show and tune in as he talks about his journey with substance abuse, the founding of his non-profit Recovery Rx and their event held at Iron Legion this weekend on February 28th.
Ep. 36 - What are you willing to sacrifice?
In this episode of the podcast, Ted talks about someone who came into the gym ready to make a change, but maybe not ready to sacrifice for a change. Can you relate?
Ep. 35 - Are you willing to be bad at something?
On this episode of the Forging Better Humans podcast, Ted draws a parallel between his sons early jiu jitsu training and adults who come into Iron Legion to train and asks the audience - 'are you willing to be bad at something you want to learn...
Ep. 34 - Meet Collin McGinnis
Welcome Collin McGinnis, long time member of Iron Legion. In today's episode Collin talks about how he discovered Iron Legion and how it helped him build endurance for motocross and also how he balances business, training and challenges.
Ep 33 - Take Ownership this Holiday Season
We see a lot people drop the gym routine when things get busy and stressful during the holidays. We're here to tell why that's not the best idea and why you should prioritize yourself for an hour a day - even when it gets tough.
Ep. 32 - Can We Talk About CrossFit?
Ted talks in this episode about CrossFit, our time as an affiliate, why we chose to leave the affiliation, programming differences and training your members.
Ep. 31 2015 vs. 2025
Ted answers a question from a member and talks about the journey of work, a business in a fitness industry, life and a family.
Ep 30. Welcome to 2025
Ted welcomes 2025 with open arms - by starting the year off on the right foot. He's done this by dialing in things that important to him and getting rid of things that are distractions. Are you up for the challenge? Can you make 2025 a better y...
Ep 29 - What Do Two Gym Owners Have To Say About Voting?
Ted welcomes AJ onto the Forging Better Humans podcast. AJ is co-owner of Tier One // Crossfit DBP here in Ocala, Florida. In this episode we get a little introduction to AJ and his philosophies about being a leader in his community. But more i...
Ep 28 - What you don't want to hear at Wawa
Welcome and thanks for checking out Forging Better Humans. In todays episode, Ted talks about our reasoning for leaving the CrossFit brand behind and an unexpected conversation at Wawa and hopefully sparked some curiosity.
Ep 27 - The Ultimate Monday
It's that time of year again - a time for New Years Resolutions. And we're here for it. But how do you get started? How do you find the right training facility? And especially, how do you get in the right mindset to create meaningful change? We...
Ep 26 - Introducing Coach Ryan
Say hello to Coach Ryan Allen - our resident powerlifting coach. In this episode he talks with Ted about his humble beginnings in the sport of powerlifting and how he has grown as an athlete and coach, and what his plans are for his program at ...
Ep 25 - What is Brick City Battle?
Tune in for Coach Casey and Ted and learn some more about Iron Legion's newest and next charity competition, Brick City Battle. Inspired by the resilience and strength displayed by firefighters in the line of duty, the Brick City Battle i...
Ep 24 - Introducing Coach Sean
Welcome Coach Sean to Iron Legion. Listen in for his history with fitness and a new an exciting program Iron Legion is bringing it back.
Ep 23 - Overcoming Setbacks + Injuries
There's always going to be setbacks, obstacles, injuries, schedule conflicts that seemingly get in the way of our progress. But, there is another way - through it - that brings us out on the other side more capable and stronger than before. Ted...
Ep. 22 - What We Learned at Convergence
Ted, Alex and Isabelle sit down and talk about a recent weekend they spent at Wolf Brigade in Rochester, NY. What the learned, what they're bringing back to Florida and what they're excited to implement.
Ep. 21 - Jacob on Competition
Ted sits down with our Jiu Jitsu coach Terrie and Athlete Jacob after Jacobs first jiu jitsu competition. They talk about his training leading up to the tournament, what led him to want to compete and how he balanced his life, work and family w...
Ep. 20 - The Dreavers
Karen joins Ted on this episode of the Forging Better Humans Podcast. They talk about the challenges in relationships, the evolution of Karen's career and how to balance it all.