Know Your Leading Edge

7 C's of Excellent Coaches

In this episode, Kyle talks about the characteristics of impactful coaches and leader. He also mentions that in making an impact in people's lives, there are common characteristics that they were looking for in coaches. Those coaches are phenomenal teachers and they really speak into the lives of the people that we work with every day. Kyle discusses: -the 7 C's of an excellent coach/ leader -his coaches who possess the 7 characteristics of excellent leaders -experiences with his mentors and coaches -life experiences with his first teacher and coach of his life, his father -how he values connection between his players and people he met -how he see progress in people's live -how his experiences impact his current life How to get involved: Visit leafgym.com to learn more!

Stephanie Harrott

Welcome to the Know Your Leading Edge Podcast (K.Y.L.E.)! We speak strength into people's lives, ensuring people know their true value, in hopes they will grow their impact in their own circles to bring about a better community, a better life, and a better world. In this episode, we are honored to speak with Stephanie Harrott, a phenomenal coach, mentor, and athlete. Stephanie grew up in Western Washington, and got into CrossFit in early 2011. Harrott has been with Leaf since its inception. She is an amazing resource and absolute asset of the gym. Kyle and Stephanie discuss: -Crossfit experiences and journey -first Crossfit workout -how to make Crossfit accessible to everybody -coaching experiences -what makes a good coach -how to connect with people as a coach -family life and experiences How to get involved: Visit leafgym.com to learn more!

Sonya Chamberlain- Coach, Midwife, Poet, Athlete

Welcome to the Know Your Leading Edge Podcast (K.Y.L.E.)! We speak strength into people's lives, ensuring people know their true value, in hopes they will grow their impact in their own circles to bring about a better community, a better life, and a better world. In this episode, we are honored to speak with Sonya Chamberlain, a phenomenal coach, midwife, poet and athlete. Chamberlain got her Bachelor of Arts in English from Whitman College, her master's through a program in North Carolina at Warren Wilson College. Sonya holds an CrossFit L2 credential as well. Kyle and Sonya discuss: -fitness journery -life journey as a mom -being a fantastic athlete -being a professional and a midwife -CrossFit Greenlight How to get involved: Visit leafgym.com to learn more!

Coaching Legend-Bruce Brown

Welcome to the Know Your Leading Edge Podcast (K.Y.L.E.)! We speak strength into people's lives, ensuring people know their true value, in hopes they will grow their impact in their own circles to bring about a better community, a better life, and a better world. In this episode, we are honored to speak with Bruce Brown, a legendary coach, teacher, and athletic director and a mentor to so many, to include our host Kyle Vierck. Brown has received numerous national accolades and impacted millions of lives through his writing and speaking career on the topics of Proactive Coaching, leadership and team building, having worked with world-class coaches and performers over a long and storied career. Kyle and Bruce discuss: -teaching and coaching experiences -positive conditioning -being an athletic director -high school and college memories -NAIA journey -experiences on coaching kids -being a writer and books written -life mentors -how to impact other people like business leaders and administrators -importance of Sports and passion to parents -changes in the kids they have coached -faith How to get involved: Visit leafgym.com to learn more! https://proactivecoaching.info/shoppac/

Nathan Berry-Entrepreneur and Athlete

Welcome to the Know Your Leading Edge Podcast (K.Y.L.E.)! We speak strength into people's lives, ensuring people know their true value, in hopes they will grow their impact in their own circles to bring about a better community, a better life, and a better world. In this episode, we are honored to speak with Nathan Berry, a phenomenal athlete, business owner, father and leader. He is the principal owner of After Hours Plumbing and Heating Incorporated. Nathan's been a huge part of the building of the Leaf Gym community and force for good in the Wenatchee Valley. Kyle and Nate discuss: - Professional and family life - Childhood hobbies and memories - CrossFit experiences - Coaching life and fatherhood - Proudest moment in life - Thoughts above some motivational quotes - What makes a great coach - What they are struggling with - Advice for those who try to make a business How to get involved: Visit leafgym.com to learn more!