Best Hour of Their Day | Podcast

Austin Malleolo joins Jason Fernandez and Jason Ackerman to break down what Best Hour of Their Day and CrossFit Mayhem are building with AffiliateCon 2026.They share why this event exists, what makes it different, and how it’s designed to raise the standard for coaches, owners, and the broader CrossFit community.Click here for more info:https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon

👉 Use the Lead Need Calculator (free)https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/lead-need-calculatorIn this video, we break down why chasing more leads often makes growth feel harder — not easier.Most CrossFit gyms don’t stall because they’re invisible.They stall because they’re leaking members, sales, or both — and don’t know the math behind it.Growth isn’t a motivation problem.It’s not even a marketing problem.It’s usually a math problem.The Lead Need Calculator shows you:• how churn impacts growth• whether you actually have a lead problem• how many leads you need based on your current numbers• where growth is breaking downThe calculator doesn’t fix your gym.It gives you clarity.And clarity changes what you work on next.

Most CrossFit gyms don’t have a weightlifting problem — they have a coaching problem. Cody Looney from Burgener Strength breaks down how to simplify barbell instruction, build real weightlifting skill inside group classes, and create a stronger barbell culture without overengineering your programming.--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential? 👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge

Matt Souza joins Todd and Kristin on Coach Development Live to talk about how he actually develops coaches inside his Affiliate, CrossFit Livermore. They'll cover hiring, onboarding, and building a staff that can deliver a consistent, high-quality experience every class.--Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up your credential?👇JOIN THE KNOWLEDGE 👇www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge--Subscribe to The Knowledge YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@theknowledgebhotd

Jason Ackerman sat down with Carleen, an affiliate owner of 11+ years who’s still struggling to build and retain a coaching team—despite high standards and a strong community. We break down the real tradeoffs between coaching quality, sustainability, and family life, and what Carleen is actively changing to make her gym work long term.--Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university-podcast---FREE 3-minute Affiliate Assessment:👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-blueprint-assessment---FROM OUR SPONSOR: PUSH PRESSStreamline, and grow your fitness business with AI-powered software built by gym owners, for gym owners.👉https://www.pushpress.com/