Jason Khalipa Podcast

Episode 96 | Ben Bergeron | Entrepreneurial Success and Creating Greatness

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wow! On today's episode of the Business of Fitness Podcast, Jason and Ben bring the heat! The two not only discuss major trends they've seen i...

Episode 95 | Jason Khalipa | From The Mailroom

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, Jason is digging into the mail bag to share a listener’s experience and provide insight for those of you that may share a simi...

Episode 94 | Chris Hinshaw | Doing What You Love

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode of the Business of Fitness Podcast we are sitting down with the one and only, Chris Hinshaw. Many of you know Chris from Aerobic ...

Episode 93 | MDV | Dress Codes In The Gym

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This has been a hot topic as of late, the idea of enforcing a dress code in the gym. Today, Jason and MDV, are tackling this debate and sharing our th...

Episode 92 | MDV | From Planning to Podium: How to Run Internal Competitions

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You ask, we deliver. This topic was brought to you by our private NCFIT Collective Facebook group forum. A member asked for our take, practices, and p...

Episode 91 | Jason Khalipa | 3 Things I Think About Everyday

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today the host of the Business of Fitness podcast, Jason Khalipa, is breaking it down solo. On this solo-cast, listeners get an inside look of what go...

Episode 90 | MDV | The Burpee Penalty and How to Address Late Athletes

31 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone's favorite co-host, MDV, is back for this one, and damn is it good. Today Jason and MDV are taking on the infamous 'burpee penalty.&#...

Episode 89 | MDV | The Secret (Free) Ingredient for Elevating Your Business

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What's the "free" ingredient we're talking about today, you ask? Feedback! We've heard it all: "I don't have the support n...

Episode 88 | Lindsey Locke | Enhancing Engagement & Experience

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason sits down with NCFIT's Head of Social Media and Community Engagement, Lindsey Locke, to discuss the company's latest event and give tips t...

Episode 87 | MDV | The Curse of the Unpaid Coach

10 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode goes there and hits home; we're talking about the "curse of the unpaid coach." Most of us have been there, right? We work out a 'bro' dea...

Episode 86 | Josh Everett | Future of Fitness

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason is sitting down with long-time friend and OG CrossFit competitor, Josh Everett. The two threw down together during the 2008 CrossFit Games...

Episode 85 | Gabe Yanez | Gratitude For 2019 & Full Throttling Into 2020

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason is sitting down with Business of Fitness veteran and NCFIT Collective Lead, Gabe Yanez. The two discuss how the NCFIT Collective has grown...

Episode 84 | MDV | Simple Doesn't Mean Easy

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"Can I talk to you about the programming?" is probably every coach's and gym owner's worst nightmare of a conversation. Today Jason and NCFIT's Chief ...

Episode 83 | Highs and Lows of Business

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Solo-cast alert! Jason gets real and vulnerable on today's show. With social media playing the role it does, it's all too easy to begin to compare our...

Episode 82 | CEO of FloWater Rich “Raz” Razgaitis | How to Create Culture and Align Missions

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode brings the heat! Jason and Raz sit down to talk about FloWater, the company's roots, their mission, and the foreseeable future. The tw...

Episode 81 | Bonus Episode | The Extra Push You Need To The New Year

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today's solo cast is here not only to express our deep gratitude, but also to fire you up for the last month of 2019. Jason tells it like it is while ...

Episode 80 | MDV | Should You Score Workouts?

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason and MDV are tackling the argument of scoring workouts. At NCFIT and the NCFIT Collective, we often get questions regarding how to score a ...

Episode 79 | Jason Khalipa | Goal Setting, Planning & Accountability

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today's solo cast is short, sweet, and to the point. That said, you're probably going to want to listen to it two or three times to get all of the inf...

Episode78 | Ruben Rojas | Do What You Love

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest, Ruben Rojas, is an absolute legend. Trading in his suit for a paintbrush, Ruben became a full-time, professional artist two years ago. ...

Episode 77 | MDV | Difference Maker

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Since launching the NCFIT Collective, it's session plans, and programming, we have been asked about the consequences of multiple gyms offering the sam...

Episode 76 | MDV | Essential Equipment

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 10/14/19 At NCFIT and the NCFIT Collective, we get countless questions about equipment. Toda...

Episode 73 | Founder of GORUCK Jason McCarthy | Building a Business and the Journey of GORUCK

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 9/23/19 Whether you’ve opened a gym, are an entrepreneur, or an aspiring business owner, t...

Episode 74 | MDV & Gabe Yanez | Confident and Conscious Coaching with the NCFIT Collective

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 9/30/19 Today Jason is tagging up with M.D.V and Gabe, NCFIT staff members, seasoned coaches,...

Episode 75 | Sal Frisella | Stepping Up Supplements With 1st Phorm

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 10/7/19 In today’s show, Jason sits down with 1st Phorm president, Sal Frisella, to take a...

Episode 71 | Co-Founders of BUBS Naturals TJ Terrara & Sean Lake | Protein With a Purpose

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 9/9/19 On today’s episode, Jason sits down with the co-founders of Bubs Naturals, Shawn an...

Episode 72 | MDV | Let's Talk Scaling

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 9/16/19 Today is all about scaling! As gym owners and coaches, we can talk about the importa...

Episode 68 | MDV | Keeping Your Coaches

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 8/19/2019 Today is all about coach retention and best practices for staff satisfaction. From...

Episode 70 | CEO & Founder of Huron, Matt Mullenax | Know Your Consumer by Being Your Consumer

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 9/2/19 If you’re an entrepreneur, aspiring entrepreneur, or business owner, you NEED this ...

Episode 69 | Dr. Kelly Starrett | The Ready State and Moving Better

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 8/26/19 Today is all about the evolution of mobility. Jason sits down with mobility guru, New...

Episode 67 | Joe Gigantino | Profit Isn't A Bad Word

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today is all about increasing profit! Joe Gigantino is an OG when it comes to the fitness industry, and truly knows what it means to “always be clos...

Episode 66 | Patric Yumul | How to Provide the Best Service, Hands Down

17 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 9/5/19 The Michael Mina restaurants’ sparkling reputations are unparalleled. Today Jaso...

Episode 65 | 5 Ways to Increase Revenue Immediately with JP

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

*This episode was originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 7/29/19* Absolute fire is being dropped this morning. Today Jason and JP discuss the fiv...

Episode 64 | What Makes A Great Team Is Not Luck

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

*This episode was originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 7/22/19* "Since joining the team in 2008 as Assistant Director of Food & Beverage, his i...

Episode 63 | Stuart Brauer | Everything You Need To Know About Creating Content

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason sits down with Stuart Brauer (Stu) to lay out tangible tools gym owners and business owners alike can use to boost their engagement. Havin...

Episode 62 | Jason & MDV | Focusing on the Fundamentals

20 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 62 | Jason & MDV | Focusing on the Fundamentals by NCFIT Collective

Episode 61 | Mark & Andee Bell | Power Couple

02 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"Today Jason sits down with Mark and Andee Bell, inventors of the Slingshot, Business of Fitness legends, and overall incredible humans. Today we tack...

Episode 60 | Monthly Membership Fees and an Obligation to Greatness

25 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Short and sweet, but bringing the heat! We're making bold claims here on Tuesday morning: People should be looking forward to their monthly membership...

Episode 59 | Extreme TAKEover, gym edition

18 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason and MDV tackle what it takes to takeover an existing gym operation. Let's face it, we've all thought it would be cool to own our own affil...

Episode 58 | Tough Conversations

11 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jason dives into the importance of getting comfortable with having uncomfortable talks, setting clear expectations, and constantly striving to improve...

Episode 57 | Eric Allen, Wodify | What Keeps You Up At Night That You Can Delegate

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason sits down with Wodify's Chief Operations Officer, Eric, to discuss trends, efficiencies, and strategies for affiliates. Between the two li...

Episode 56 | 21-15-9 to New Members

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 56 | 21-15-9 to New Members by NCFIT Collective

Episode 55 | CrossFit HQ Deletes Social...What You Can Do

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jason shares his thoughts on the recent changes in CFHQ’s social media. Focus on what is in your control and keep getting after it!

Week In Review: I'll Sue You and Your Wife

14 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason recaps the week we've had at NCFIT. Not even the pros are foolproof, and today's episode dives into exactly that. This week Jason, the bus...

Episode 53 | Passion Doesn't Pay the Bills

07 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we sit down with Jason, MDV, and Matt Walker. Together the three discuss things they've learned at NCFIT this week including the internship and ...

Episode 52 | The Power of Mentors

30 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There's no need to recreate the wheel; odds are there's someone(s) out there living out our business dreams. There's nothing setting you apart from th...

Episode 51 | From a Coach to General Manager, Evan Mathis

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we sit down with Evan Mathis, general manager of multiple NCFit locations. Evan has been with the team for almost 5 years now, and has held mult...

Episode 50 | Growing a Business Strong with Lauren Fisher and Rasmus Andersen

16 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"Today Jason sits down with both Lauren Fisher and Rasmus Andersen. We chat business, re-branding, fitness, living/coaching in Dubai, and competing in...

Episode 49 | Fear, Failure, and Finding Your Why with Conner Moore

09 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Business of Fitness, we do things a little differently. Jason sits down with The Realness host and Lifestyle Design Program Foun...

Episode 48 | Iron and Mortar

02 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason sits down with Iron and Mortar Summit founders, Layci and Brenden. Creating a space where shakers, movers, and influencers in the fitness ...

Episode 47 | Athlete Experience

26 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jason and MDV dive deeper into the athlete experience. As coaches and gym owners we have the opportunity to be the best part of our athletes' da...

Episode 46 | You Can't Skip Steps

19 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 46 | You Can't Skip Steps by NCFIT Collective

Episode 45 | Northern California Classic, Ben Alderman & Blair Morrison

12 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Blair have been in the competitive CrossFit space for more than a decade. Having watched the sport evolve, Ben and Blair have not only become ...

Episode 44 | Chatting Assault Fitness

05 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sitting down with Traci and Paul from Assault Fitness, we dive into the masterminds behind the quad dominating, heart rate spiking, aerobic monsters t...

Episode 43 | Jared Truby, Crushing Coffee Culture

26 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Owner of Cat and Cloud, Jared Truby, sits down on the Business of Fitness podcast to drop some absolute knowledge bombs. Truby has been in the coffee ...

Episode 42 | Joe G, Lease or Buy?

12 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really mean to OWN a gym? In today's episode of Business of Fitness, Jason sits down with Joe G to discuss the pros and cons of leasing c...

Episode 41 | Jason & MDV | Everything You Need to Know About Corporate Wellness Programs

05 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With more than a decade of Corporate Wellness knowledge between the two, Jason and MDV drop absolute knowledge bombs in regards to launching, maintain...

Episode 40 | Connor Young (Ample Foods), Solving One Problem at a Time

29 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with Connor Young, CEO and founder of Ample foods. They discuss startup life, prior CrossFit career, solving a friend's problem, and c...

Episode 39 | Will Ahmed CEO of WHOOP, Building a Business

22 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Will and Jason discuss how WHOOP was started, why it was started, and the key lessons along the way. For anyone interested in starting a business, spe...

Episode 38 | Jason & Ted Baker | Lord of the (QALO) Ring

16 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with QALO owner, Ted Baker, to discuss the ins and outs of QALO (Quality Athletic Love and Outdoors). Together the two discuss the mis...

Episode 37 - Jason & MDV | Change Your Game & Dive into 2019

08 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV talk about some best practices, new habits and techniques to elevate your game, your gym, and your coaches to get ahead in 2019.

Episode 36 - Jason & Carl Paoli | Seeing the Demand and Building a Business

01 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with Carl Paoli and talks about how he took his gymnastics background and built a business. They talked about how the industry has cha...

Episode 35 - Jason & Juliet Starrett | San Francisco CrossFit

18 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with Juliet Starrett of San Francisco CrossFit. Juliet is an attorney and entrepreneur. In addition to being the co-founder and CEO of...

Epidode 34 - Jason & MDV | From the Mailbag...Volume 1

11 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV dig into the mailbag and tackle some of our listeners questions about running a successful fitness business. They boys get into topics lik...

Episode 33 - Jason & Rob and Veronica Walber | CrossFit Flushing

04 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason joins Rob & Veronica Walber on their home turf in a recent visit to New York City. Rob & Veronica are the owners of CrossFit Flushing, a very su...

Episode 32 - Jason & Justin LoFranco | Morning Chalk Up

27 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with Justin LoFranco, founder of Morning Chalk Up. Morning Chalk Up started in 2016 as a grassroots newsletter covering all things Cro...

Episode 31 - Jason & Brandon Delgado | Rising from the Ashes in Paradise, CA

20 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Brandon Delgado is the owner of Custom Made CrossFit, an affiliate in Paradise, CA. Unfortunately, Paradise was one of the towns most directly impacte...

Episode 30 - Jason & Joe Gigantino

13 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with his first boss and one of his most trusted mentors, Joe Gigantino. Joe is absolutely electric and one of the most dynamic, hungry...

Episode 29 - Jason & Dave Newman | RX SmartGear -- The Ropes, History, & Innovation

06 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & Dave Newman of RX SmartGear get some time together at the Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run. The two longtime friends talk the business of solving i...

Episode 28 - Jason & MDV | Top 5 Things to Build Better Coaches

30 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV take a deep dive into the top 5 things they believe can help build a better coach. Together, the guys have a ton of experience coaching at...

Episode 27 - Jason & Dave Durante | Power Monkey(ing) Around!

23 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & Dave Durante of Power Monkey Fitness sit down for a 20 Minute AMRAP talking everything from training at an Olympic level to the "Monkey Method...

Episode 26 - Jason & Traci Bates | Assault Fitness -- Bikes, Business, & Better Culture

16 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & Traci sit down for a 20-minute AMRAP covering everything from the early days of selling equipment pre-CrossFit, the advent of the Assault Bike...

Episode 25 - Jason, MDV & Rufio | Why NCFIT Offers Four Programs & Why It's Working

09 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The crew gets together for a 30-minute AMRAP to discuss NCFIT's evolution as a training organization. Back in the day, NCFIT started off by offering j...

Episode 24 - Jason & Patric Yumul | Serving Up Success Across the Globe

02 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason pulls up a chair with Patric Yumul, longtime friend and President of the Mina Restaurant Group. Patric is one of the key players in opening up r...

Episode 23 - Jason & Dr. Dani | SteadyMD & Functional Medicine

25 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & Dr. Dani Urcuyo sit down for a 20 minute AMRAP that dives into functional medicine, the state of the medical industry, and...a frozen pizza st...

Episode 22 - Jason & CJ Martin | CrossFit Invictus -- From Corporate Lawyer to World Class Coach

18 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Old friends, Jason & CJ, sit down at the Granite Games for a 20 minute AMRAP conversation that covers everything from coaching and competing in the sp...

Episode 21 - Jason & Rich "Raz" Razgaitis | FloWater CEO & Lifetime Entrepreneur

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down for a 25 minute AMRAP with the CEO & Co-Founder of FloWater, Rich "Raz" Razgaitis. FloWater is a sustainable hydration company that's ...

Episode 20 - Jason & MDV | Fearing Change? Focus on What You Can Control.

04 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV are back on the mic discussing focusing on what you can control. This episode comes on the heels of some recent uncertainty around the 201...

Episode 19 - Jason & Dr. Kelly Starrett | The Doctor Is In!

27 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Longtime friends, Jason & Kelly, sit down to talk business, training, family, mobility, and the entire fitness landscape. Dr. Kelly Starrett is one th...

Episode 18 - Jason & Matt O'Keefe | Managing the World's Fittest Athletes

20 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with Matt O'Keefe, founder of Redline Gear and agent representative to some of the fittest men and women on Earth inclduing Mat Fraser...

Episode 17 - Aaron Hoff | The Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run – Saving the Youth of Kauai

13 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with very good friend, owner of CrossFit Poipu, and founder of the Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run – Aaron Hoff. Hoff is a big guy with ...

Episode 16 - Jason & Ashley Khalipa | Married in Fitness, Part 1

06 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason and Ashley take to the mic and open up about the early days of NCFIT, competing in the CrossFit Games, and raising a family together. Jason and ...

Episode 15 - Jason & MDV | Top 5 Biggest Mistakes in Opening a Gym

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV are back together to bring you their top-5 biggest mistakes the guys see over and over. If you're running a gym or thinking about opening...

Episode 14 - Jason | Positive Self-Talk

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this 10 Minute AMRAP, Jason dives into the power of positive self-talk and the idea of being your own best coach. No matter if it's fitness, busine...

Episode 13 - Jason & MDV | Living life with an AMRAP Mentality

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Are you making the most of each day, each hour, each minute? When you'r tackling an AMRAP style workout you make every minute count...but what about ...

Episode 12 - Zach Forrest | All-In In Vegas at Max Effort

09 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with long-time friend, gym owner, Seminar Staff member and Games competitor, Zach Forrest. Zach owns Max Effort one of the biggest gym...

Episode 11 - Jason & MDV | Should I Quit My Job & Open a Gym?

02 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV are back on the mic and answering the question that so many people have asked themselves..."Should I quit my job and open a gym?" Over the...

Episode 10 - Ryan Fischer | CrossFit Chalk

25 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & Ryan Fischer owner and founder of CrossFit Chalk and mastermind behind the 50-Swing Kettlebell Challenge sit down and talk shop. Ryan's got a ...

Episode 9 - MDV | ABC...Always Be Coaching, a good thing?

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV sit down to tackle some of the age-old questions when it comes to coaching...how many classes can a coach handle, what's it like to bring ...

Episode 8 - Miranda & Julian | Street Parking

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with special guests Miranda & Julian Alcaraz to talk about what's got so many people clearing out their garages and getting after it w...

Episode 7 - MDV | Respect the Timeline, Bro!

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

So you think you're a badass coach but you consistently go over your time or end class early...hmmm. Jason & MDV dive into what it means to respect th...

Episode 6 - Marcus Filly | Functional Bodybuilding

29 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason sits down with Marcus Filly to discuss life, business, and the epic pump that Marcus is producing with his business, Functional Bodybuilding (FB...

Episode 5 - MDV | Don't Be A D***!

21 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV break down some of the cardinal rules of coaching. Starting with rule number one...don't be a d*ck! Not only are these great "rules" for ...

Episode 4 - Brett Davis | Sales & Marketing for Gym Owners...What May Work & What May Not

14 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & Brett breakdown some of NCFIT's sales and marketing practices when opening and growing a gym. Over the course of 10 years, NCFIT has opened it...

Episode 3 - MDV | Competitors at Your Gym

07 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jason & MDV dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly of competitors in the gym. When it's good it can be so good but when it's bad, well...buckle up....

Episode 2 - JP | Brick Fitness

23 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In our second edition, Jason is joined by his longtime friend and fellow business owner Jarett Perelmutter (JP) from Brick Fitness. The two run very s...

Episode 1 - MDV | Three Simple Things that Create a Great Gym...

31 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this first podcast Jason and MDV, breakdown the top three things that immediately come to mind when they think of gyms that are doing it right. Th...