Two Fit Crazies And A Microphone

Episode 206 - Gail Bannister-Munn - Founder of The Bannister Method/Flexibility Specialist and Coach“I’ve been raised by paying it forward…the things I live by are consistency, engagement and relevancy.”“Look at your body as an instrument…you get good at it…the touch changes…the touch evolves…” -Gail Bannister-MunnWebsite: www.thebannistermethod.comInstagram: @gailbmunnFacebook: Gail Bannister MunnLinkedIn: Gail Bannister MunnWelcome to the Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast, a show that Brian now feels he can cut the recording on Christine if he does not like her introductory remarks. Aside from a small on-air tiff between the two crazies, today’s episode is “off the hook!” Joining the show from Long Island, Gail Bannister-Munn, Long Island fitness legend, educator, creator of the Bannister Method and the Long Island Fitness Network Group, and flexibility specialist for professional athletes, talks about how she was able to build a strong network and reputation in the fitness industry. Gail also discus

Episode 205 - Angelo Gingerelli – Strength and Conditioning Coach - Seton Hall University/Finish Strong: Resistance Training for Endurance Athletes, co-author“Lifting weights and being strong…if we can stay a little stronger… feel good about yourself when you finish…”“After a decade teaching at the college level…there is a lack of knowledge about the human body.” -Angelo Gingerelli2021 Here We Come! In this episode of the Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast, Brian and Christine welcome a New Jersey native by the name of Angelo Gingerelli. Currently in his 16th year as the Seton Hall University Strength and Conditioning Coach, Angelo reveals the current state of college athletics and how the athletes are able to stay in top shape in a virtual world. Angelo also discusses how a background in power and Olympic lifting, along with a decade of marathon running, has helped to elevate his understanding and ability to coach top male and female Division I athletes reach their potential. Listen closely as an extre

Episode 204 - Aaron Yoder - Retro Runner/Backwards Runner-7x World Champion, 6 World Record Holder (3 Guinness Book World Records), Head Track Coach at Bethany College, Part-time Pastor“I was training on the treadmill…it was not going fast enough, so I went backwards.”“Let go of things in order to start swimming.” - Aaron YoderAaron’s Mile World Record Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MURoTYE8_kIn Episode 204 of the Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast, the Two Fit Crazies are joined by a 7x World Champion and 6x World Record holder by the name of Aaron Yoder. Joining the show from Lindsborg, Kansas, where he current serves as the head track coach for Bethany College, Aaron is moving forward in life by going backwards. Aaron shares his story of what it was like to be a decorated runner in high school and college, only to be sidelined in his early twenties by what should have been a career-ending injury. Saying that Aaron made lemonade, or as I say, Lemon Martinis, out of lemons, is an understatem

Episode 203 - Matt Levy - Personal Trainer, Fitness Professional and Host of Matt’s Sunday Brunch on L and D Radio, London“In the UK, people are obsessed with weight loss, not about fitness.”“I’ve always taken a holistic approach to fitness: lifting, cardio, nutrition, recovery…and then the mental aspect.” - Matt Levywww.ldhr.co.ukFacebook: Matt LevyIn this episode of the Two Fit Crazies & a Microphone Podcast, Brian and Christine are headed just north of London! Today, you will hear from an amazing fitness professional and radio personality by the name of Matt Levy. Aside from his hypnotizingly fabulous British accent, Matt lights up the airwaves about the state of fitness and beyond in this crazy pandemic world. From COVID conspiracy theories, Brexit, finding your “why,” and the pursuit of weight loss, Matt shares some awesome insights into what should be at the top of your priority list to live a healthy life. Why is Bob from Accounting convinced he must follow the workouts in Men’s Health to achieve m

Episode 202 - “Speedball” Steve Feinberg - Speedball Fitness and HipBox World, Founder & Creator - Fitness Innovator, International Speaker/Educator, Mentor, Martial Artist, BoxerWebsite: www.speedballfitness.com www.hipboxworld.comFacebook/Instagram: @SteveFeinberg @SpeedballFitness @HipBoxWorldTwitter: @speedballfitness“I drive in my lanes with comfort and with confidence.”“How am I protecting myself and the people around me?” - Steve Feinberg“Everything is great!In this episode of the Two Fit Crazies & A Microphone Podcast Brian and Christine welcome long-time friend of the show, “Speedball” Steve Feinberg. LOL’s are guaranteed as we have a blast catching up with this one-of-a-kind fitness pro. Steve, joining the show from NYC, just so happens to have a ton of great new stories and valuable insights into WHAT THE HELL DOES A FIT PRO DO IN THIS CRAZY WORLD! Proven to be a highly hilarious, semi-intelligent, and a bit successful in the fitness industry, Steve reveals what he considers a lighthouse an

Episode 201 - Rev Skip Jennings: Minister, Author, Speaker, Coach - Mind Body Spirit Solution LLC“What am I to learn in this space? Who am I? Why am I here? How am I to serve?”“In this “Sacred Reset,” we need to go back into what brought you peace before…we arehere to learn lessons.” - Rev SkipWebsite: www.skipjennings.comFollow Skip: https://linktr.ee/skipjenningsFacebook/Instagram: Rev Skip Jennings @revskipjenningsTwitter: @skipjenningsEmails: skip@skipjennings.comPodcast: High Conscious Conversations with Skip Jennings Today’s episode of the Two Fit Crazies & A Microphone Podcast is “Where It’s At!” Christine and Brian welcome one of the most inspirational and spiritual guests in the history of the show, the Rev Skip Jennings. Sit back for a powerful episode that may just change the way you look at the course of your life. After a long and successful career as a fitness leader and educator, Rev Skip reveals what lead him to “detox” and release everything he learned in life in order to “find my own way

Episode 200 - HAPPY 200th Episode!Welcome to the 200th episode of the Two Fit Crazies and Microphone Podcast! Can you believe it? Brian and Christine, AKA the Two Fit Crazies, reunite to celebrate another epic milestone in their podcasting journey! Since their 100th episode celebration with special guest, Jesse Itzler, A LOT HAS HAPPENED! There have been so many rock star guests, a 40 mile run around the block, a game show win, a scholarship awarded, a global pandemic, a new production company established, another Ironman, a few marathons, a skydive, a handlebar mustache, lots of hope and inspiration, and a whole lot of interviews about living happy and healthy lives and tone of fun! Here’s to another 100 episodes! Let’s Roll!Much Love.Christine & Brian“Two Fit Crazies”www.twofitcrazies.comtfcpro@twofitcrazies.com

Episode 199 - Kim Vopni - “The Vagina Coach”With a BA in Psychology and a Post Graduate Diploma in Health and Fitness, a Restorative Exercise Specialist™, a Certified Personal Trainer, a Certified Pre/Post Natal Fitness Consultant, a Certified Fitness For Fertility Specialist, a Certified Pilates Instructor and a Hypopressive Method trainer, Kim is “where it’s at!”Website: www.vaginacoach.comFacebook/Instagram: @vaginacoachTwitter: @vaginacoach“Vagina! It makes people uncomfortable….it’s embarrassing, off limits, taboo…everyone needs to see a pelvic floor specialist.”“I look at birth as an event that we should be training for….training with specificity…with periodization.”-Kim VopniVAGINA! There, I said it! Now that we got that out of the way, in this episode of the Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast, you will hear from the amazing Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach! Joining us from Canada, Kim shares her story from growing up with no interest in ever becoming a mom to one of the most knowledgeable pelvic hea

Episode 198 - Lamonte Goode and Pola Rubis - Co-Authors, NEOSUTRAS: Yoga For Love and Intimacy“Neosutras book holds 50 healing asanas designed to build a stronger connection between partners through playful movement, elevate their intimacy to a higher level, allowing them to enjoy a deeper meaning with life.”Website: www.neosutras.netFacebook/Instagram: @neosutras @cyberyoga @polarubis#LOVEMATTERS“remind people to reconnect…learn how to navigate and understand your partner…bring people together and make them be present…bring it back to playfulness.”-Pola Rubis“We want to create a new reality for the collective…move together, explore together…”-Lamonte GoodeIn Episode 198 of The Two Fit Crazies & A Microphone Podcast, Brian and Christine catch up with an amazing guest who first appeared on the show back in Episode 37. Today, Lamonte Goode, the creator of CyberYoga, is back, but he is not alone. Joined by his super talented and beautiful “partner in everything,” Pola Rubis, they divulge their mission to hel

Episode 197 - Kerry Sullivan, The Masters Fitness, CMO/Chief Motivating Officer and Chan Gannaway, The Masters Fitness, CEO/Chief Education Officer“Go forth into the world preaching...I believe our role as fitness professionals is to prevent disease…we are undervalued.” -Kerry Sullivan“Masters Fitness is intelligent fitness…programming for 40+.” -Chan GannawayWebsite: www.TheMastersFitness.comFacebook/Instagram: The Masters FitnessEmails: kerry@themastersfitness.com or chan@themastersfitness.comPodcast: The Masters Fitness PodcastIn Episode 197 of the Two Fit Crazies & A Microphone Podcast, Kerry Sullivan and Chan Gannaway light up the microphones with their infectious energy and love for all thing’s fitness! Joining the show from Melbourne, Florida, this powerful (and newly engaged) fitness duo shares some amazing insights from a combined 50 years of experience in the industry. After a run-down of the “state of the state” in Florida, Kerry and Chan discuss how they were able to remain steadfast and creat

Episode 196 - Wendy and Mark McCormick - Personal Trainers/Group Fitness Instructors/Adult Fitness Supervisor – Edmonton, AB“Success…is not necessarily the program, but how you connect with your clients.”“Reinvent what you are doing and the connections you can provide.”Facebook: Wendy McCormick, Wonder Woman Fitness, Mark McCormick (Personal Pages Contain Links to More Information)In Episode 196 of the Two Fit Crazies & A Microphone Podcast, Brian and Christine welcome to the show a POWER COUPLE from Edmonton, Alberta! Since the United States has been A LOT to handle lately, the Two Fit Crazies just cannot get enough of our brothers and sisters from “The North”. Today, Wendy and Mark McCormick, two amazing fitness professionals who share four children, discuss their journey from entering the fitness industry, to finding true love, to navigating a world-wide pandemic. If you are looking for some positivity and awesome tips about how to find the “good” in this crazy time, you are in the right place. Mark,

Episode 195 - Keli Roberts - Fitness Expert, Educator, Author, Speaker, Award-Winning Celebrity Trainer and National Fitness Hall of Fame Inductee“I take being a role model seriously…women can be strong, capable, smart…”“I was in the right place at the right time, but I was ready.”-Keli RobertsKeli Roberts Links and Info:Website: www.keliroberts.com Instagram: @Keli.RobertsFitproFacebook: Keli Roberts FitnessIn this amazing episode, the Two Fit Crazies welcome fitness icon, Keli Roberts! After growing up in Australia and traveling the globe as a model, Keli discusses her journey to become one of the most well-known and highly respected fitness leaders in the world. Leaving Australia in 1990 with a thousand dollars, a suitcase and a dream, Keli arrived in LA only to be asked to teach at the famous, Voight Fitness. From here, Keli discusses how she was able to build her following, develop her list of celebrity clientele and even film videos and travel the world with Cher. Keli believes that her dedication, p

Episode 194 - Udo Erasmus - Author/Visionary/PioneerAuthor: Fats and Oils; Fats That Heal Fats That Kill; Choosing the Right Fats; Omega 3 Cuisine; and Total Health Certifications. Visionary, Pioneer, Speaker, Entrepreneur, Consultant, Founder of Udo's Choice product line in 50+ countries, and so much more!“Gain the world or lose your soul.”“I learned studying medicine is only about disease…the problems and not the solutions.”“…there must be a better way to live…in harmony…” -Udo ErasmusWebsite: www.theudo.com or www.UdosChoice.com Email: partnerships@angelahartman.com Instagram/Facebook: @udoerasmus THIS EPISODE IS A MUST LISTEN! Today, the Two Fit Crazies are blessed enlightened by the world-renowned visionary leader by the name of Udo Erasmus. Joining the show from Vancouver, Canada, Udo shares his inspirational journey in pursuit of harmony starting at age 2 when he was a refugee fleeing Poland during World War II. Listen carefully as Udo not only discusses “Udo’s Choice, but also how to view “heartach

Episode 193 - Andrew Stowe – Founder, Andrew Stowe Fitness NSCM Personal Trainer, SCW Aquatic & Group ExerciseTrainer at Woodstock Athletic Club, Woodstock, VT“...being mentally stressed pushed me to my lowest levels…I was struggling with depression…coming back to fitness really saved my life…”-Andrew StoweWebsite: www.andrewstowefitness.com Email: andrewstowefitness@gmail.com Instagram/Facebook: @andrewgstowe In Episode 193, the Two Fit Crazies have a blast with Andrew Stowe! Joining the show from Woodstock, Vermont, Andrew shares his journey of creating his own Ginseng farming business to switching careers to pursue his passion to help manage mental and physical health through his newest endeavor, Andrew Stowe Fitness. First, if you don’t know anything about the deep history of Ginseng, be prepared to be enlightened about this highly coveted root that dates back over 5,000 years in China! Who knew that framed Ginseng roots were sometimes given as graduation or birthday presents? Andrew goes on to discus

Episode 192 - Cris Conn - Wellness Coordinator – Active Senior Populations - Fort Worth, Texas“I had dreams of being an athlete…now I have big dreams about helping people.”“Never discount someone’s ability to teach you about the human body.”“It’s not about anything other than the journey…” - Cris ConnWebsite: Email: connce918@gmail.comInstagram/Facebook: Cris ConnTwitter: @ConnSquad In Episode 192, the Two Fit Crazies welcome an amazing guest by the name of Cris Conn. Joining the show from Fort Worth, Texas, Cris serves as a Wellness Coordinator, program director, educator, and health and wellness advocate for senior populations. Listen closely as Cris shares his journey from growing up on 375 acres in eastern Oklahoma to becoming a personal trainer and program designer in the fitness industry. Cris believes that “if you love the field you are in, then you will do the work to make people better…and be able to serve.” His real-world insight to becoming a successful health and wellness professional is relevant

Episode 191 - Suaad Ghadban - Hot Booty Ballet“Sometimes you give stage and sometimes you take stage.”“I started working with mini-bands in a therapeutic was…to help as a rehab program …throw it in your purse…there are over 800 moves…”- Suaad GhadbanWebsite: www.hotbootyballet.com Facebook: Suaad Ghadban or Hot Booty BalletInstagram: @suaadfitness or @hbbworkoutIn Episode 191, the Two Fit Crazies welcome the founder of Hot Booty Ballet, Suaad Ghadban. Joining the show from Montreal, Canada, this former World Hip Hop and Aerobics Champion shares her story of transitioning from a competitive and Broadway dancer to the founder of her own fitness company. From LA, to New York, to Vegas, Suaad has performed with the best, but today, Suaad reveals how a seemingly terrible career-ending injury lead her to create and launch her own fitness company. After years of painful rehabilitation, Suaad learned to fall in love with mini-bands, not only as a tool for rehabilitation, but also as a safe, low-cost, low-maintenance,

Episode 190 - Steve Mellor - Associate Head Coach, LSU Swimming/ Host and Originator: Career Competitor Podcast “The quickest lesson...You are not coaching YOU anymore. You can’t get the best out of anyone if you think they think like you...get on their level...little intricacies make a difference.”-Steve MellorWebsite: www.CareerCompetitor.com Email: careercompetitorpodcast@gmail.comInstagram: Career_CompetitorIn Episode 190, the Two Fit Crazies have an amazing conversation with Steve Mellor who joins the show from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Although his accent still reflects his upbringing in Chester, England, Steve is quite at home in the United States as the associate head swimming coach at Louisiana State University and host of the Career Competitor Podcast. Steve shares his awesome story of how he was able to overcome adversity to become a fiercely competitive British swimmer before being recruited to come to the United States and eventually “hang up his Speedo” and embark on a successful coaching career a

Episode 189 - Marissa Hoff - Director of Operations for Stevenson Consulting, named as a 2019 Women Who Inspire by Club Business International Magazine, International Speaker and Presenter, “A teacher and a Power Ranger walk into a room…”“...know what you have to offer...the fitness professionals who are doing well are those who have been networking.”-Marissa HoffWebsite: www.StevensonEmpowers.com Facebook: Marisa HoffInstagram/Twitter: Marisa HoffIn this Episode 189, the Two Fit Crazies welcome a fantastically successful and savvy woman by the name of Marisa Hoff. Joining the show from just north of LA, Marisa shares her journey which starts from the time she was an elementary school teacher and fitness participant, to becoming a coveted international speaker and franchise owner. In a nutshell, the story begins when “a teacher and a Power Ranger walk into a room,” but you will have to listen to the show to hear Marisa explain that! Marisa also discusses how her partnership with Chris Stevenson and their miss

Episode 188 - Rebecca Cofod - Group Training Business Solutions Manager at Matrix Fitness and Board of Directors for the Women In Fitness Association (WIFA)“I am an INTRApreneur...I have an entrepreneurial spirit, but I use it in a different arena...I work with companies...develop ideas and carry them out.”“Fitness and nutrition transformed my life...I work on projects that are important to me.”-Rebecca CofodWebsite: www.matrixfitness.com Email: Rebecca.cofod@matrixfitness.comFacebook: Rebecca CofodInstagram/Twitter: @RebeccaCofodIn this Episode 188, the Two Fit Crazies welcome an amazing self-proclaimed “INTRApreneur” by the name of Rebecca Cofod. Joining the show from Massachusetts, Rebecca is no stranger to the fitness industry as she takes on the role of Matrix Fitness group training business solutions manager. After a successful career working in tech, Rebecca knew that she “didn’t feel alive” like she did when she was exercising, focusing on nutrition, and sharing that passion with others. As an “INTRA

Episode 187 - Diana Oliver - Urban Poling Co-Owner and Instructor“Everything we have done is through the lens of an occupational therapist.”“Embrace it...make walking more engaging...use 90% of the muscles in your body… burn 20% more calories...it’s a game-changer.” - Diana Oliver – Urban PollingWebsite: www.urbanpoling.com Email: info@urbanpoling.com Facebook: Urban Poling Instagram/Twitter: UrbanPolingIncIn Episode 187, the Two Fit Crazies continue their streak of amazing Canadian health and wellness rock stars with the co-owner of Urban Poling, Diana Oliver. Joining the show from Ontario, Diana reveals the powerful fitness and rehabilitation benefits from Urban Poling, most known as “Nordic walking.” First developed by occupational therapist and gerontologist, Mandy Shintani, Urban Poling was born from her avid desire to promote life-long fitness, active living, and her passion for the outdoors. As Diana explains, Urban Poling is not only for the fitness enthusiast who is looking for a more intense walking