Make it Train
Functionality over performance in a room full of high performers. Cross Conditioning Training is focused on helping people move and feel better through all stages of life. Many of our participants have battled some setback or worked through something challenging to get to the point that they want more individualized attention, thus leading us to define our motto as: “We can Do Hard Things.” And that we did when we opened our first brick and mortar location during the height of the COVID pandemic. Join us as we explore ownership, being female leaders in a male dominated field, performance both in and out of studio, fitness and nutrition as we age, and so many other wellness topics.
Episodes
25 episodes
Dr. Bill Mitchell talks to Jen about health and wellness
Dr. Mitchell joins Jen for an open conversation about cancer and the impact that it has in today's world. Dr. Mitchell is a provider at Southern Oncology Specialists which has five locations around the greater Charlotte area.Cance...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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39:33
Brad Panovich joins Sarah to talk about weather, tech, and life balance
Charlotte meteorologist Brad Panovich joins Sarah today to talk all things weather, fitness, a little technology, and more importantly why dew point (not relative dew point) may be the greatest metric to know before your outdoor workout.
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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46:06
What is it like to run the London Marathon? Chris Zuerner and Jen talk about it today
In this episode, Jen delves into the incredible story of Chris Zuerner and his recent experience at the London Marathon. Renowned for its iconic route and unpredictable weather conditions. From the narrow streets of Greenwich to the breat...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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42:51
Sarah talks with Tanner Bazemore from Y2 Yoga
Go behind the scenes and hear from Tanner Bazemore about how he built Y2 Yoga into a leading yoga studio in Charlotte. Y2 Yoga is a small business in Charlotte, North Carolina. Their promise to deliver a euphoric, sweat dripping, he...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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42:58
Jen talks with Virginia Tech pole vault coach Bob Phillips and pole vaulter Bridget Williams
Bob has lead the pole vault program at Virginia Tech for more than 37 years, during which time the program has become one of the premier programs in the NCAA and arguably the best in the ACC.Bob and Jen talk about the bonds that are for...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:03:17
Jen talks commercial real estate with Chapman Chastain
Chapman is a partner at Ascent Real Estate Partners in Charlotte, North Carolina. As Jen started looking for locations to be the home of Cross Conditioning Training, she worked with Chapman to find the perfect locations in the Charlotte a...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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30:19
Casey Cline talks coaching and competing in ultra-distance running
Jen talks to Casey Cline about her full-time career as a landscape architect while filling her free time with run coaching, ultra-distance running, chasing the big six marathons, and yes, a Christmas tree farm.This is an episode you don...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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37:37
A conversation with Jennie Hauschka about perimenopause
Welcome to Season 2 of the Make it Train podcast. Jennie Hauschka returns to talk about perimenopause with Sarah. With women spending greater periods of their lives in various menopausal phases, understanding what is happening...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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41:18
Jen talks with Jacy Shaffer a registered dietitian
Jen speaks to Jacy Shaffer a registered dietitian about the benefits of working with a dietitian to create a healthy lifestyle and to fuel performance during workouts and efforts.Working with a registered dietitian offers a multitude of...
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39:26
Jen and Sarah talk about the past year in this 2023 recap
Jen and Sarah are back to recap the year and what it has meant to them and their world at Cross Conditioning Training. CCT is opening their new midtown location and this means more operations, more classes, more training and a whole new s...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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41:27
Sarah and her "original" Jen talk family and Jen's business Start2Finish
Jen Forsyth, owner of Start2Finish, sits down to talk with Sarah about managing a small business focused on timing and event management. Sarah and Jen have known each other for years and have watched their children grow while each of thei...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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33:31
Jen talks with Harry Chandler from Charlotte Running Company
Jen and Harry sit down to talk about Charlotte Running Company and his journey as a co-owner in one of the premier running stores in Charlotte.Jen sits down with Harry Chandler from Charlotte Running Company. They're not just a small bu...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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36:57
Jen hears from Chris Vasami and his holistic approach to training and mental health
Chris Vasami is a 35-year-old husband, father, athlete and business owner in Charlotte, North Carolina. He started Vasami Training, Inc. when he was 20 years old and has enjoyed the journey over the last 15 years growing the business and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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37:00
Sarah talks to Kwain Bryant about natural movement and his life experiences
Kwain (pronounced Quan) is a husband, dad, motivational speaker, Health Educator, Level 1 Certified MOVNAT Instructor and competitive Spartan racer. He has participated in competitive sports and fitness his entire life. He was a thr...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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27:48
Behind the Scenes With Brian Mister from Around The Crown
As pone of Charlotte's premier and unique running events, you'll get a first hand look at what it's like to run Around The Crown from co-founder Brian Mister. Whether it is the logistical challenge of shutting down a major highway in down...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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45:55
Sarah interviews Marc Arnone about 20+ years as a personal trainer
Sarah talks to Marc Arnone about his time as a personal trainer in Charlotte. From moving to Charlotte after college; being a private personal trainer; to learning how to work with multiple clients over his 20+ years in the industry. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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28:02
Jen Talks With Jennie Jarvis Hauschka, MD, FACOG
This is a can't miss episode! Jen talks with Charlotte's own Dr. Jennie Hauschka about issues facing women today. Hear from Dr. Hauschka as she talks about the importance of women being comfortable in their own bodies and sexual hea...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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44:00
Jen and Sarah Give Mid-Year Update
On this episode, Jen and Sarah give updates on their mid-year plans and news about CCT expanding in Charlotte. Come along for the ride as you hear about an exciting small business growing in a competitive space by focusing on the needs of...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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32:38
CCT Expands Run Coaching to Charlotte and Charleston
Join host Sarah on the Make it Train podcast as she sits down with Tracy, a seasoned run coach from Cross Conditioning Training, to explore the benefits of having a running coach. Tracy shares her expertise on how a coach can make a significant...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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22:03
Everyday Maintenance Through Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is a form of rehabilitation that focuses on improving physical function through targeted exercises, stretches, and manual therapies. Whether you're recovering from an injury, surgery, or managing a chronic condition, physical t...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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30:15
The Elizabeth 8k is Just Around the Corner
Rob Zabel talks to Jen about the Elizabeth 8k road race in Charlotte. In its 37th year, the Elizabeth 8k road race is a staple in Charlotte. By focusing on the overall experience, the Elizabeth 8k has created a wonderful partn...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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26:37
Mental Performance and the Science of Sport
Sarah talks with Alex Bolowich from Elite Mental Performance to talk about how to master the mental game. He talks about what it takes to elevate your performance and maintain that performance through the strengthening of the mental compo...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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19:26
Finding CCT after a move from Raleigh and staying motivated at 5:00 AM
Jen talks to Mark about his experiences when he moved from Raleigh to Charlotte and discovered Cross Conditioning Training. As a new father he had to figure out how to find a balance between family, work, and his personal needs. Her...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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20:39
What is CCT and where is it going?
How do you pronounce your last name? That's one of the first questions that everyone asks when they first meet Jen Dufresne. But after that there is so much more to learn about her fitness journey from her time as a collegiate track...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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23:59