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The HERD FIT

David Syvertsen
Crossfit
Fitness
Crossfit Open
Nutrition
Mindset
Community
Coaching
Outlast Fitness
Community Support
Crossfit Bison
Bison Brawl
Health
Open
Mental Health
Bison
Quarterfinals
Fitness Goals
Competition
Health and Fitness
Fitness Testing

Coach David Syvertsen discusses all things CrossFit, health, fitness.

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Latest Episodes

I fly solo to break down the 2026 CrossFit Open with less emotion and more perspective, using the athlete experience, the affiliate reality, and what the workouts say about the CrossFit brand. We walk through 26.1, 26.2, and 26.3 to pull out practica... more

We sit down with Xenom founder Keith Barlow to unpack a new CrossFit-licensed, two-day, 10-event competition designed to test broad fitness without watering down the methodology. We dig into programming choices, decathlon-style scoring, and how a glo... more

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We break down the 2026 CrossFit Quarterfinal workouts with Bobby Wallum and Dan Coda and focus on what wins: clear plans, clean execution, and a mindset that doesn’t leak energy into excuses. We talk strategy for athletes chasing semifinals and for a... more

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We react to Don Faul stepping down as CrossFit CEO and talk through what leadership churn really changes for affiliates and everyday CrossFitters. We also challenge gym owners to stop waiting for HQ to fix everything and start winning the only battle... more

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Recent Guests

Noah Busker
Fitness enthusiast with a background in various sports including track and field and rugby
Episode: Starting Crossfit: I Get to do This
Tim Carroll
Owner of 908 Athletics and a long-standing member of the CrossFit community.
908 Athletics
Episode: CrossFit’s Identity Crisis
Rachel Tekion
Member at Outlast Fitness and CrossFit Bison
Episode: Sober Up - Path to Improved Health
Bob Wallum
Eighth ranked CrossFit athlete in the 35 to 39 year age group and coach at Bison.
Bison
Episode: Mind Over Matter: A CrossFit Games Master Athlete's Journey
Dan Greenberg
A longtime CrossFit Bison member and participant in his first Hyrox competition
Episode: S06E196 Finding Strength Beyond Injury: Guest Dan Greenberg Tackling His First Hyrox Competition
Francesca Gufsa
State wrestling champion and CrossFit athlete
Ridgewood High School
Episode: S06E194 Special Guest State Wrestling Champion & CrossFit Athlete Francesca Gusfa
Kristy Link
Personal trainer and former gym owner, experienced CrossFit coach
Clifton, NJ
Episode: S06E192 Movement Mastery: How Diverse Coaching Experience Creates Better Athletes with Special Guest Kristy Link
Mike DelaTorre
An experienced CrossFit coach with a deep understanding of coaching dynamics.
Episode: S05E191 The Art and Science of Coaching Excellence with Guest Michael DelaTorre
Michael DelaTorre
Full-time coach at Outlast Fitness, experienced in CrossFit and track and field coaching
Outlast Fitness
Episode: S06E190 Breaking New Ground: The Outlast Fitness Revolution with Guest Michael DelaTorre

Hosts

David Syvertsen
Host with coaching background, associated with CrossFit and wellness leadership.
Sam Rhee
Co-host with coaching and presenting credits, often involved in CrossFit coaching and fitness communities.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Short and helpful. Good for all levels—applicable to more than just CrossFit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristib85
    United States5 years ago

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Guest diversity centers on athletes and coaches with relatable transformation stories.
Strong emphasis on community and personal growth alongside technique.
Professional, actionable coaching content that translates to real gym results.

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S06E194 Special Guest State Wrestling Champion & CrossFit Athlete Francesca Gusfa
Q: What advice would you give to young wrestlers entering junior high?
Focus on mindset training, understand that losing is part of the journey, and prioritize nutrition and hard work.
S06E194 Special Guest State Wrestling Champion & CrossFit Athlete Francesca Gusfa
Q: When did you realize you could wrestle at a high level?
Francesca realized her potential during middle school after competing in local tournaments and receiving encouragement from her coaches and family.
S06E195 Conquering Hyrox: Two Working Moms Team Up: Ashley Syvertsen and Keren McKinney
Q: What was your biggest fear going into the High Rocks race?
Keren was not nervous and enjoyed the calmness of the experience, while Ashley worried about having a panic attack and her knee hindering her performance.
S06E195 Conquering Hyrox: Two Working Moms Team Up: Ashley Syvertsen and Keren McKinney
Q: How did you manage the stress of balancing work, family, and training?
Ashley emphasized their commitment to being a team, which made it a priority to train despite their busy schedules.
S06E195 Conquering Hyrox: Two Working Moms Team Up: Ashley Syvertsen and Keren McKinney
Q: What was your reasoning behind signing up for a High Rocks race?
Keren felt challenged by the opportunity and was encouraged by her friend Brittany to sign up, meanwhile Ashley enjoyed the group activity and the aspect of competition.

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This show blends practical coaching with in-the-gym storytelling, focusing on CrossFit programming, Open workouts, mindset, and community. Episodes routinely dissect workouts, pacing, and technique while weighing the role of gear, wearables, and machines, and pairing that with nutrition, recovery, and habit-building. Guests range from athletes transitioning between fitness disciplines to coaches sharing personal journeys, all framed around sustainable progress, accountability, and a supportive gym culture. A standout thread is the emphasis on real-world application—turning high-level competition concepts into approachable guidance for everyday athletes, with a strong sense of community at its core.

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