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Varied Not Random

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Hosted by Pat Sherwood & Adrian Bozman, each episode is packed with insightful & actionable information aimed at people passionate about CrossFit, health & fitness, as well as general strength & conditioning. If you are an athlete, coach, gym owner or simply enjoy improving yourself & those around you through fitness, you've come to the right place. A podcast brought to you by the BTWB team.

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Latest Episodes

-Pat is doing some self-experimentation this year. His goal is to do a 72-hour water-only fast once every 4 months.

-He did his first one in January 2026.

-He just completed his second one in May, his final one for the year will take place in Septemb... more

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-A VNR listener wants to know if doing the CrossFit Hero workout “Murph” still counts if he has never used a weight vest.

-Pat & Adrian discuss this topic as well as “Murph prep”.

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-Pat recently attended a CrossFit Level 2 Seminar.

-This involves two days of instruction as well as lots of real time coaching of athletes.

-Participants are evaluated by CrossFit staff & given feedback necessary to improve.

-Pat discusses this expe... more

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-Matteo is a CrossFit Level 3 Trainer. He is a full time coach. In addition to coaching he is an instrumental part of CrossFit Linchpin & has helped create several Varied Not Random cycles. 

-In this episode Matteo discusses how he would manage a typ... more

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Recent Guests

Joel T
50-year-old father seeking fitness balance
Episode: VNR #255: Help! I’m an exhausted 50 year old with 2 kids.
Dr. Allison Brager
Active duty neurobiologist and major in the U.S. Army, currently at West Point and NASA astronaut candidate
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Episode: VNR #218: Sleep, NASA & more.
Samantha Briggs
Champion CrossFit athlete turned firefighter
Episode: VNR #215: Samantha Briggs.
Lumpy Shame 50
Listener with questions about maintaining muscle mass at 50.
Episode: VNR #210: Maintain & Gain Muscle Mass at 50 years old.
Chris Rawlins
Buddy Lee Jump Ropes Level 3 master trainer and Taekwondo 5th degree Black Belt with extensive experience in jump rope training and martial arts.
Buddy Lee Jump Ropes
Episode: VNR #205: You don’t need more Double-unders. - Maximize your jump rope!
Dr. Carolynn Francavilla
A board certified family medicine doctor and nationally recognized obesity expert.
Green Mountain Partners for Health
Episode: VNR #199 - Obesity. - What causes it & how to treat it
John Clark
Britain's natural strongman, Midland's strongest man twice, and an experienced athlete who has competed in Strongman competitions and marathons.
Episode: VNR #195 - 880 lb. Deadlift, drug free - John Clark
EC Synkowski
Runs OptimizeMe Nutrition
OptimizeMe Nutrition
Episode: VNR #193 - Ozempic. - The good, the bad & the ugly
Jerry Pritchett
World-renowned strongman and deadlifter, competed multiple times in the World's Strongest Man events.
Episode: VNR #192 - How to Deadlift 1000 lbs. - Jerry Pritchett

Hosts

Pat Sherwood
Host with deep roots in CrossFit methodology and community leadership; frequently co-hosts and drives coaching-focused discussions.
Adrian Bozman
Co-host known for practical coaching insights, programming perspective, and conversational dynamic with Pat.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 432 ratings
  • How to go from scaled to rx?

    Hey guys! I love your show and your real-life approach to CrossFit. I’d love to get your advice on how I can become an rx athlete?

    I am a 37 year old mom of two young kids, and I workout at home. I have been doing CrossFit on and off since my mid-twenties. I’m what I’d consider a strong “scaled” athlete, and I’ve never quite been able to reach that “RX” level. Between having my two kids I gained a substantial amount of weight and stopped working out for a few years. Over the last 2.5 years I h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KellySchultz88
    United States4 months ago
  • Question

    Of the 10 fitness principles, tell me why strength isn’t the foundation for all others. If it is, then strength should be primary and the focus the majority of the time. You cannot balance without strength. You have no power without strength. You cannot have endurance without strength. Etc..

    I would like to hear your thoughts.

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    5
    13BW
    United States8 months ago
  • Insightful

    I appreciate the advice I get from VNR. The conversations are insightful and informative. The range of topics is excellent. I feel this show is both relatable and inspiring.

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    5
    SimplyCintia.com
    United Statesa year ago
  • We love your show!

    My wife and I look forward to your podcasts and listen to them as we do low grade movement (walking) and zone 2 cardio. We are avid cross-fitters and my wife also coaches (level 1). I need to renew my level 1. CrossFit has profoundly impacted our lives for the better. We love the choice of topics and the guests you have on your show. A thought perhaps for some future guests? Casey and Calley Means authors of Good Energy and part of a group of founders of Levels? Keep up the wonderful work!

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    5
    Bill and Kristin
    United States2 years ago
  • C4

    Since I was in Aviation during my time in the US Marine Corps I never saw this personally but I always heard you could burn C4 or hit it with a hammer but you couldn’t do both it at the same time. I have heard both Pat and Boz separately and they are good. However together they are absolutely informative and inspiring to hear.

    Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smperfi71
    United States2 years ago

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The dynamic between hosts is highlighted as engaging and relatable for busy athletes and gym owners.
Listeners praise the show for actionable coaching takeaways and clear methodology explanations.
Praise for breadth of topics from programming to real-world gym ownership challenges; some note occasional repetition.

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VNR #265: How to coach the workout “Grace” at your gym.
Q: What is your initial approach to coaching Grace in a one-hour class?
Code-switch from whiteboard brief, to general warm-up, to progression coaching, then load build, ensuring every student gets attention while managing time, with adaptions for class size.
VNR #263: The Gym with 800+ Members!
Q: What system keeps new members engaged and nurtures referrals?
A mapped client journey with precise touchpoints at signup, 7 days, and 14 days, plus a retention goal meeting and ongoing class-specific experiences that encourage bringing a friend and leveraging personal relationships to grow the community.
VNR #263: The Gym with 800+ Members!
Q: How do you ensure a high-quality coaching team and a strong culture as you scale?
By prioritizing people over processes, implementing regular coach development, building a culture of care, and enforcing clear values that guide decisions, including how to handle conflicts and when to let staff go to protect the community.
VNR #263: The Gym with 800+ Members!
Q: What have you learned that helps you run your business today?
The importance of staying relentlessly focused on the client journey and referrals, and the necessity of a structured, values-driven leadership approach that can scale with the gym, including ongoing coach development and mentorship.
VNR #258: Is it better to be Short or Tall in CrossFit?
Q: Is there any hope for me at 5'7"?
Yes. There are many accomplished athletes around that height who have become ferociously capable by focusing on movements they struggle with, training smartly, and comparing progress to their own past performance rather than to taller peers.

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Listeners can expect practical, science-grounded discussions on CrossFit methodology, coaching, programming, and real-world application. The show blends deep dives into training concepts with coaching tactics, business considerations for gym owners, and people-focused stories from athletes and coaches. A standout is the pair's ability to translate elite-level ideas into approachable guidance for everyday gym-goers and professionals, often bridging training philosophy with actionable takeaways and personal anecdotes. The format tends to mix technique breakdowns, performance insights, and culture-shaping conversations, making it a solid resource for athletes, coaches, and affiliate owners looking to improve consistency, longevity, and impact ... more

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2. Dr. Allison Brager
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7. John Clark
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