CrossFit Games Champ, Jason Khalipa Shares His Baseline Fitness Standards

CrossFit Games Champ, Jason Khalipa Shares His Baseline Fitness Standards

Author: David Morrow December 10, 2023 Duration: 56:13

Yes! I'm finally chatting with 2008 Crossfit Games champ, Jason Khalipa. I've been a fan boy for years so this is big for me. He is also a BJJ champ and dad who hates the idea of the current "dad bod" being normalized.

He's created a great new podcast and YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonKhalipa

Timestamps

00:00Introduction and Background

05:07Transition to CrossFit and Training Regimen

07:30Training Volume and Schedule

09:52Importance of Physical Fitness for Veterans

11:18Prioritizing Skills Development

14:34Mental Preparation for CrossFit Games

16:22Earning Confidence through Training

19:17Non-Negotiable Fitness Standards

21:30Importance of Deadlifts

25:58Reframing the Concept of Dad Bod

29:38Reversing the Trend of Dad Bod

32:51Promoting Physical Fitness for Dads

35:02Living Freely and Fully

36:00Training Children in First Aid and Combatives

36:30The Importance of Teaching Self-Defense to Children

37:41Building Confidence and Preventing Bullying

39:06Different Goals for Sons and Daughters

40:29Teaching Self-Defense Skills for Personal Safety

42:33The Importance of Being Dangerous

44:06The Need for Practical Self-Defense Education in Schools

45:50Setting High Standards for Physical Fitness and Skills

46:33Creating a Culture of Hard Work and Resilience

47:19Addressing the Mental Health Crisis in Children

51:31Training for Longevity and Fitness 2.0

53:48Where to Find Jason Khalipa's Content


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