#111 GLP-1's, Saunas, and Cold Plunges Oh My!

#111 GLP-1's, Saunas, and Cold Plunges Oh My!

The Open ends and the emotional whiplash starts: you’re fired up, a few movements just exposed you, and you’re either ready to level up or ready to forget the whole thing until next year. We walk through what actually works after the CrossFit Open, including how to turn “I need to get better at that” into a realistic plan built on discipline, not a temporary motivation spike. We also get into the messy truth about skill work, especially ring muscle-ups, power-to-weight ratio, and why chasing advanced gymnastics without the right foundation is a fast track to frustration or a blown-up shoulder. Then we shift into the biohacking world: saunas, cold plunges, and why the trend cooled off when influencers moved on. The science didn’t disappear, but the marketing got reckless. We break down what we’ve personally found useful for recovery, sleep, blood pressure, nervous system regulation, HRV, and stress resilience, plus the myths we want dead forever like “detoxing” through sweat. You’ll also hear straightforward weekly protocols that normal people can follow without turning health into a second job. Finally, we tackle GLP-1 medications like Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide). We’re not giving medical advice, but we are sharing what we’ve observed coaching people through it: the “wrong way” that leads to muscle loss, side effects, and rebound weight gain, and the “right way” that pairs strength training, high protein, smart calories, and proper medical oversight to improve metabolic health markers like A1C and fasting glucose. If you’ve been curious, skeptical, or quietly considering it, this conversation adds the nuance most headlines miss. Subscribe for more coach-level breakdowns, share this with a training partner, and leave a review if it helped. What did the Open expose for you this year, and what do you want us to dig into next? Follow us on Instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/ [https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/]

#110 What If Your Libido Is Your Body’s Dashboard Light

We unpack the blunt claim “if you’re not horny, you’re not healthy” and turn it into a practical conversation about hormones, lifestyle, and what libido can and cannot tell you about your health. We share real-world examples from training, sleep, stress, alcohol, nutrition, and medications to help you spot red flags and make smart changes without panic.  • libido as a subjective signal rather than a diagnostic test  • why sex drive changes with age and what “normal” depends on  • a simple breakdown of the HPG axis plus LH and FSH  • processed food, excess body fat, and testosterone to estrogen conversion  • why modern testosterone may be declining across decades  • microplastics and endocrine disruptors plus big-rock mitigation steps  • sleep quality, cortisol, and why chronic stress crushes recovery  • alcohol, testosterone, and the reality behind “whiskey dick”  • metabolic syndrome markers and why bloodwork matters  • overtraining versus underrecovery and using libido as a personal cue  • how aerobic volume and low calories can backfire even on HRT  • blood pressure meds, low blood pressure, and a candid ED story  • cheat meals as a weekly math problem and defining what “cheat” means  • worst fitness advice we keep hearing and why it fails  • the one exercise we’d keep forever and the bodyweight backup pick  I’ll be putting out IG things for you guys to ask questions, submit whatever questions. Follow us on Instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/ [https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/]

The CrossFit Open, Competition Mindset, Ai and Health & Fitness, QA Instagram Questions

Competition can make you better or it can mess with your head. We use the CrossFit Open as the springboard to talk about what’s really being tested when you put yourself on the clock: your fitness, your recovery, and the internal voice that wants to quit early. We share why we still respect the Open, why “you versus you” beats chasing a questionable worldwide leaderboard, and how ego and identity can turn a three week test into a season of stress if you’re not careful. Then we shift hard into AI in health and fitness, because it’s already changing how workouts, nutrition plans, and coaching content get made. We break down where AI actually helps (brainstorming, proofreading, data analysis, quick meal plan ideas, macro starting points) and where it falls flat (movement nuance, real time coaching, emotional intelligence, community, and culture). We also call out the darker side: deceptive influencer marketing, cookie cutter plans dressed up as “personal coaching,” and why discernment matters more now than ever. We close with a fast Q&A, including training frequency and recovery, simple nutrition guardrails, and a caveman-clear explanation of calorie deficits and why hidden calories are usually the culprit. If you want more of these topics or specific problems solved, tell us what you want to hear next, subscribe for what’s coming, and if this helped, share it and leave a review. Follow us on Instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/ [https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/]

Committed Club, HYROX Vegas, CrossFit Open + RTO Training (Plus a Big Mindset Message)

Miss the weekly updates? We used the break to clear clutter, rebuild our studio, and sharpen a plan that actually moves you forward. This episode brings recognition, strategy, and a hard look at the small choices that add up—good and bad. We start by celebrating discipline you can see: the annual Committed Club and three new names on our 2,000 Visit Club. Those banners represent ten-plus years of showing up, proof that simple habits compounded over time beat hacks every time. We also fix a blind spot—missed check-ins. Sign up and check in so your work gets counted, our classes stay safe, and you show up on the lists you’ve earned. Then we dive into performance. As a HYROX affiliate, we tested a practical blend: regular CrossFit classes plus two to three targeted runs each week. The result? Better engines without abandoning strength. We share what worked, how to pace, and how to stack training with real-life schedules. That same blueprint now rolls into the CrossFit Open and the Reno Tahoe Odyssey. Expect running tracks in SugarWOD, a WhatsApp coaching group, and one-on-one planning for leg-specific demands like Dog Valley, Emerald Bay, and Kingsbury. Whether you’re aiming for a first Open score or prepping for an ultra relay, we’ll help you train with purpose. House rules matter too. Cubbies are day use; if you need storage, recovery room members can grab a locker so the shared space stays clean and usable. Curious about our Friday banger photos? There’s no secret list—wear the brand, move well, and bring either grit or joy. Want a specific shot for a milestone? Ask and we’ll bring the camera to your class. We close with a bigger lens: many people don’t quit on health in one move—they erode by a thousand paper cuts. One skipped workout, one extra drink, one late night at a time. Flip it. Build a thousand reps of discipline—hydrate early, eat real food, lift often, run honest, sleep hard. Surround yourself with people who pull you up. That’s how we avoid the midlife health cliff and keep building strength into our 40s, 50s, and 60s. If you’re ready to move with intention, jump into the Open, join the HYROX and RTO tracks, or book a one-on-one to map your week. Subscribe, share this with a teammate, and leave a review telling us the one habit you’re committing to this month. We’ll meet you there. Follow us on Instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/ [https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/]

Double Edge Monday Update: HYROX, Open Gym Rules, Steps, Sauna + Feb New Member Pricing Changes

This week’s Double Edge Monday update is a longer one — but it covers everything you need right now: ✅ Programming focus for the next ~5 weeks (clean & jerk + bar muscle-ups)  ✅ HYROX Vegas crew update + what we learned from our full simulation  ✅ How we’re training HYROX at Double Edge (CrossFit foundation + extra running)  ✅ Open gym policy reminder (who it’s for and why we don’t do “open gym only”)  ✅ January coaching reminder: book time with me for nutrition, goals, macros, or injury modifications  ✅ Alcohol: understanding trade-offs + how it impacts sleep, stress, and long-term health  ✅ Steps goal for 2026: how to “fill the gaps” with small daily walks  ✅ Committed Club: possible new recognition tier for 16–20 sessions/month  ✅ Recovery Room: sauna vs cold plunge — what actually matters and how to use them smart  ✅ February pricing/admin updates (new members only — current members unchanged) If you’re a Double Edge member and want to chat 1:1, my calendar is pinned in the WhatsApp group. Love you guys. Peace. Follow us on Instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/ [https://www.instagram.com/doubleedgefitness/]