Double Edge Fitness
This podcast is dedicated to showcasing to our members and any of our listeners who are interested in how this northern Nevada gym operates. Our mission is to inspire others to bring health and wellness home to truly make a difference in the household with the ultimate goal of making Reno the healthiest city in the country.In this podcast, we will be talking about things that are on our mind and answering questions from our members and our listeners to provide a unique listening experience.
Episodes
103 episodes
12/15/2026 Monday Update | Community, Back Health & Holiday Schedule 🎄
Back pain doesn’t have to bench your training. We open up about the rough L4 L5 S1 years, the nerve pain that hijacked daily life, and the turning points that brought heavy training and even running back without the dread of tomorrow’s flare-up...
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22:49
Train Smart, Recover Hard, Have Fun 🎄💪
Ever wonder if you’re training too much or just not recovering enough? We break down the real drivers of progress—volume, intensity, and recovery—and share a simple weekly rhythm that lets you feel strong, avoid burnout, and still push hard whe...
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26:36
Consistency Wins: December Updates, New Class Changes, and HyROX Prep
Think you need to go harder to get fitter? We make a different case: the people who win are the ones who keep showing up. After 30, muscle and VO2 max trend downward unless you fight back with smart strength training, purposeful conditioning, a...
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25:37
Thanksgiving Week • Programming Updates • Community Communication • HYROX Prep
Start with clarity. We lay out the Thanksgiving schedule, then get straight into how we’re tightening our training ecosystem so you can make steady gains without second‑guessing the plan. SugarWOD isn’t just a place to read the workout anymore—...
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31:36
Big App Updates • Class Policies • SugarWOD Cleanup • HYROX Vegas • Gym Flow • Consistency Reminder
Want a calmer class, a smoother start, and a better workout every time you walk in? We break down the new Double Edge app workflow so sign ups and check ins take seconds, not minutes—and explain why that tiny habit helps coaches plan equipment,...
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36:34
Double Edge Updates: InBody Results, Holiday Survival Tips, and Class Sign-Up Changes
The holidays are coming fast, but your goals don’t have to go backward. We break down what real progress looks like with our latest InBody results and lay out a simple, sustainable plan to enjoy the season without turning six celebration days i...
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33:38
Why Double Edge Is Moving To Booking, Caps, And No‑Show Fees For Safer, Better Classes
The guessing game ends here. We’re laying out a clear, fair system that protects your training time, improves safety, and frees our coaches to coach. From unpredictable 6 a.m. swings to over‑capacity evenings, we’ve seen how chaos hurts the cla...
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33:02
From Two Gyms to One Community: How Consolidation Revived Our Coaching, Culture, and Class Energy
The lights are on, the mics work, and the room is buzzing—because we made a big call that changes everything. We brought two locations under one roof, not out of panic, but out of purpose: to simplify, cut stress, and give our community the bes...
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28:05
Gym Updates: Beyond the Concrete: Building a Stronger Community
The fitness landscape is shifting at Double-Edged Fitness as we combine our South and Midtown locations into a single, expansive facility. This strategic consolidation creates a space twice the size of our South location, featuring 26 squat rac...
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26:19
From Setbacks to Strength: Alex Smagala's Life-Changing Fitness Journey
Join Derek Wellock as he sits down with Alex Smagala, a dedicated gym member who transformed his life through consistency and fitness. In this candid podcast episode, Alex shares his journey from a D1 baseball career cut short by injury to over...
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1:25:52
CrossFit, Motherhood, and Resilience: Coach Kris' Journey and Pregnancy Fitness Insights
When it comes to navigating fitness during pregnancy and beyond, finding the right guidance can make all the difference. In this eye-opening conversation, we sit down with CrossFit coach Crystal Thompson who shares her unique journey from compe...
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1:54:47
Gym Programming Update 7/7/2025
Take a front-row seat as our gym undergoes a transformative programming revolution! After 11 years, I'm finally stepping into the programming role alongside my brother to craft workouts that better serve our community's evolving needs.T...
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40:57
Double Edge Update | June 2025
Get ready for some major updates to the Double Edge Fitness community! This solo podcast episode dives into exciting developments that will shape our gym experience in the coming months.The biggest news affects our Midtown location - we...
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1:01:18
A Story of Family Resilience and Personal Growth with Shawn and Melanie
When Shawn and Melanie welcomed their daughter Piper into the world, they never expected to face a parent's worst nightmare. What should have been a routine delivery turned into a fight for their newborn's life when severe meconium aspiration l...
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4:36:37
CrossFit Chaos & Champagne: Hilarious Gym Banter with Sarah, Jenny Drew and Emma!
What happens when you put three passionate CrossFit women and their coach in a room with champagne, a naked doll, and a microphone? Pure fitness magic.This episode features Sarah, Jenny, and Emma – three women spanning different decades...
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1:37:33
The Essential Guide to Intentional Supplementation
The supplement industry is a minefield of competing claims, pseudoscience, and genuine breakthroughs that can leave even the most health-conscious consumer bewildered. This episode cuts through the noise with straight talk from exercise science...
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2:17:02
From Gamer to Double Edge Legend: Cody Burch’s Inspiring Fitness Journey at Double Edge
What does it take to transform from a late-night gamer fueled by fast food to one of the fittest members at a CrossFit gym? Cody Burch joins us to reveal his remarkable six-year journey that's about much more than physical transformation.
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1:58:34
Beyond the PR: Finding Purpose in Fitness After the Final Whistle
When collegiate athletes hang up their jerseys, they often face a profound identity crisis that few discuss openly. In this deeply personal conversation, former college baseball player Ryan and ex-football star Carl share their transformative j...
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1:29:54
Chase Brady is leaving Double Edge Fitness to protect and serve his community.
What happens when your life's carefully planned trajectory suddenly pivots in an unexpected direction? Chase Brady, longtime coach at Double Edge Fitness, joins the podcast to reveal his surprising decision to transition from fitness coaching t...
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1:12:31
From Corporate Burnout to Fitness Revival: Coach Jason Niedzielski's Journey
Ever feel trapped in a life that looks successful on paper but is slowly draining your soul? Jason Nijilski's story might be exactly what you need to hear.After spending 15 years climbing the corporate ladder in the wind energy industry...
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1:51:22
Fitness Deep Dive: One-Rep Maxes, Deadlifts, Creatine, AI Meal Planning & More!
Join us at Double Edge Fitness as we dive into a jam-packed episode with hosts Derek and Jacob Wellock! 🏋️‍♂️ In this episode, we cover a ton of fitness topics to help you level up your training game:One-Rep Maxes & Percentag...
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1:33:45
From Chaos to Consistency: Building a New Podcast Room & Answering Your Wildest Fitness Questions!
Step into the gym with brothers Derek and Jacob Wellock as they reignite their podcast journey with raw honesty and hard-earned wisdom. This conversation peels back the curtain on what really drives sustainable fitness results—finding that swee...
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1:28:36
How to Crush Your Workouts While on a Calorie Deficit
Struggling with energy during workouts while trying to lose weight? You're not alone. This deep dive into the science of training while in a calorie deficit reveals why so many athletes feel sluggish when cutting calories—and offers practical s...
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