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Episode 231 – “Behind The Lens: The David Shenton Story” is LIVE! This week, The Franchise and Jamie sit down with the one and only David Shenton — the lens master, the creative force, and simply the best in class when it comes to CrossFit photography. From humble beginnings to the global CrossFit stage, David shares how he built Shenton Creative, a brand that’s become the go-to for capturing the raw power, grit and emotion of the world’s biggest CrossFit events. An absolute gentleman, a true professional, and a man whose images tell stories that words never could — this episode dives deep into the art, hustle and heart behind elite CrossFit media. Expect insights, laughs, and moments that reveal just how much passion and precision go into every single frame. Recorded live at the Method Dub Hub, powered by Method Training Gym — the UK’s No.1 CrossFit podcast, now a global hit reaching athletes and creatives around the world. If you love CrossFit, creativity and chasing excellence — this episode is a masterpiece you don’t want to miss.
Episode 230 is LIVE! This week on This Week At Method, your host The Franchise brings back a legend in strength & conditioning: Mike Tromello, the U.S. coaching powerhouse now partnering with CrossFit and strength athletes across the world. Mike isn’t just another coach — he’s the founder of Precision CrossFit in California, a technical programming expert and published voice in elite strength work. He’s coached athletes to national and world level podiums, built youth lift programs, and developed systems that scale from beginners to elite competitors.In this episode, Mike will pull back the curtain on his tried-and-tested coaching method — blending strength, skill, and CrossFit mechanics in a way that elevates any athlete. We’re talking real, practical knowledge that every CrossFit coach can steal — on programming, athlete development, dialing intensity, and finding that magic balance between strength and performance. Expect raw, unapologetic conversations, direct coach-to-coach insights, and a glimpse into how Mike thinks about scaling, peak performance, and longevity in this sport.To all our listeners — whether you’ve tuned in since day one or this is the first time you’re pressing play — thank you. Because of your passion, This Week At Method is now a global hit, reaching CrossFitters and coaches from Edinburgh to El Paso. Get your headphones ready, get your notebook out — this is a masterclass disguised as a podcast. You don’t want to miss it. Episode 230 – Mike Tromello: Strength x CrossFit MasteryAvailable now wherever you listen
🏏 Episode 229 is out now! And trust us… this one’s a six right out of the park! This week at the Method Dub Hub, our very own Anth Hunter steps up to the crease with The Franchise to chat all things cricket, running, Australia and of course, CrossFit. From stumps to sprints, wickets to WODs, this conversation bowls you over with energy, laughs and some serious insight. A huge thank you to all our listeners — the loyal Method regulars and the brand-new fans discovering us every week. Because of you, This Week At Method has gone global and is now the UK’s #1 CrossFit podcast! So grab your bat, lace up your trainers, and tune in — this episode is guaranteed to hit for six! Available now wherever you get your podcasts.
🕷️💥 THE JESMOND SPIDERMAN SWINGS INTO THE DUB HUB 💥🕷️On the latest edition of the world’s best CrossFit podcast – This Week At Method 🎙️, The Franchise gets stuck into the story of none other than Method’s very own Paddy Parker 🙌 From his fitness journey 🏋️♂️ to overcoming injuries and coming back stronger 💪, Paddy has cemented himself as a massive part of the Method family. But hold up… this isn’t your ordinary member chat 👀⚡ He’s got a love for Warp Records beats 🎶⚡ He’s a dancer with Newcastle pride 🖤🤍⚡ And yes… he’s also known as the one and only Jesmond Spiderman 🕷️ (spinning PBs instead of webs). It’s raw, it’s hilarious, it’s inspiring – and it’s another reason why Method is home to some of the most epic stories in CrossFit worldwide 🌍. 🎧 Plug in, laugh loud, and be inspired by Paddy Parker’s journey.
🚨 Episode 227 is LIVE! 🚨Your #1 CrossFit podcast in the world is back — and this week Carl & Mark are diving headfirst into one of the wildest Method workouts yet: Mikko’s Triangle 🔺⚡️ We’re talking 45-second max-effort sprints on the row, bike, and ski… 10 brutal rounds, 1 minute rest, and every machine wired up to crown the fittest class. 🥵🔥 Who survived? Who thrived? And what did it teach us about true CrossFit capacity? But that’s not all ➡️The lads also break down the latest CrossFit news shaking up the sport AND preview a seriously spicy upcoming Method workout that’s guaranteed to test limits. 👀💪 Expect laughs, lessons, and a big dose of Method fire to fuel your week. Tune in, get inspired, and remember… we don’t just talk CrossFit, we live it. 🎙️ Episode 227 — out now everywhere you get your podcasts!
💥🏋️♂️ 365 CHAMP IN THE HOT SEAT 🏋️♂️💥On the latest episode of the world’s greatest CrossFit podcast – This Week At Method 🎙️, The Franchise sits down with none other than recent 365 winner & Method powerhouse Robbie The Ram Stansfield 🙌 From his first steps into Method 👉 to his fitness roots, his strengths and weaknesses, and everything in between, Robbie tells it all with honesty, grit… and a ton of laughs 🤣 ⚡ Expect:🔥 Champion mindset revealed🔥 Behind-the-scenes stories of his 365 journey🔥 Plenty of Method banter you won’t want to miss This isn’t just another podcast – it’s the voice of the #1 CrossFit community in the UK, now blasting out to a worldwide audience 🌍. 🎧 Hit play, get inspired, and celebrate our own 365 champ – Robbie Stansfield.
🚨🎙️ THIS WEEK AT METHOD 🚨The Franchise is back in the MT Dub Hub with Mark & Jamie — and let’s just say their music tastes nearly broke the show before we even hit record 🎶🙈 (seriously… HOW do you train to that stuff?!) But once the laughter stopped (barely), we went ALL-IN on dissecting the most brutal tests from the CrossFit Games 2025 💥:🔥 4-3-2-1 Pegboards + Monster Squat Cleans🔥 Thruster/Rope Climb Carnage capped off with a 100ft Overhead Lunge March of Doom We grilled our elite coaches with the toughest questions: pacing strategies, athlete profiles, efficiency under fatigue, and who these savage events really favoured. No stone left unturned, no pegboard unclimbed, no thruster unbroken. And here’s the truth 👉 What started as a podcast for one CrossFit box is now a show listened to across the globe 🌍.From Newcastle to New York, Bangkok to Barcelona — This Week At Method is officially the world’s loudest, proudest, and most listened-to CrossFit podcast. 💪🔥 If you love CrossFit, competition, and questionable playlists… this one’s for you.
🚀💥 WORLD DOMINATION MODE: ACTIVATED 💥🚀This week on the #1 CrossFit Podcast in the UK – and now making waves across the GLOBE 🌍 – The Franchise teams up with Method founder Jamie Walton to welcome a truly heavyweight guest… 🔥 Martyn Jones of the mighty REP Fitness 🔥 From carving a path in the tech world 💻 to becoming a force in the fitness space 🏋️♂️, Martyn’s story is as epic as the gear REP is famous for. He drops the inside scoop on:💪 His journey into the fitness industry🌐 How REP has exploded into a global powerhouse🔮 The bold vision to shape the future of training worldwide This is fitness meets innovation… global scale meets local grit… and your favourite podcast meets its biggest worldwide audience yet.🎧 Plug in, crank the volume, and join the growing This Week At Method family taking over the planet – one epic episode at a time.
🌍🎙️ HE’S BACK!!From the squat racks to the rice paddies — Coach Ben went full sabbatical mode, spent 4 months travelling the globe, and now he’s BACK in the MT Dub Hub... and he’s got stories. 🔥✈️🌴 In this week’s epic episode of This Week @ Method, we dive into: 💭 What made him leave🌍 What travel taught him🏋️♂️ How it’s changed his coaching🤔 Could he coach overseas one day?😂 And yes, the weirdest thing he ate abroad… From barefoot workouts to CrossFit philosophy with a passport stamp — this is Ben like you’ve never heard him before.Don’t miss it. 🎧 Available now on all platforms.
🔥 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🔥The world’s greatest podcast is back — and this one’s got more punch than a box of Ozempic starter pens 💉 This week on ‘This Week At Method’, The Franchise and Donna are joined by the one and only Nick Morgan — a man who knows the pharmaceutical landscape better than anyone and isn’t afraid to tell it exactly how it is. 💊 From fat-loss fads to future medicine💥 From TikTok trends to real-world risks⚠️ From side effects to social shifts This is your ultimate weight loss jab 101 — delivered with passion, science, and just the right dose of Method-style fire. Whether you’re Ozempic-curious, Wegovy-wary, or just wondering why your mate’s suddenly skipping dessert — you need to hear this one. 🎧 Stream now.📲 Share with the jab-happy crowd.👀 And remember — the side effects may include: increased knowledge, reduced nonsense, and mild addiction to brilliant conversation.
🚨 HUGE EPISODE DROP 🚨The Franchise is LIVE with Gym Owner Jamie Walton — and this week’s guest is nothing short of monumental: 🎙️ Ollie Mansbridge — Head of CrossFit UK — returns to This Week At Method after four long years, and the conversation?Absolutely essential. A lot has changed.CrossFit has evolved.And Ollie doesn’t shy away from the truth. 🔥 He opens up about his expanded role and the responsibility that comes with it.🔥 He speaks with raw passion about the sport’s future, the recent challenges, and what needs to happen next.🔥 And he delivers a powerful message about the impact of gyms like Method Training, and the work Jamie Walton and the team are doing to lead from the front. This is an episode for affiliate owners, coaches, members, and anyone who believes in what CrossFit can still become. 🌍 The vision is big.🛠️ The mission is ongoing.💥 The future is ours to build. 🎧 Available now — only on This Week At MethodThe world’s #1 CrossFit podcast. Period.
🌍 NEW EPISODE LIVE — THE MIGHTY MICHAELA BREEZE MBE From a teenage girl lifting in a quiet corner of Wales…To standing on the biggest sporting stage in the world. 🏋️♀️ Olympic weightlifter.🥇 Commonwealth gold medallist.🇬🇧 Team GB icon.💥 And now—guest on the world’s greatest CrossFit podcast. On this unforgettable episode of This Week At Method, The Franchise and Jamie sit down with the inspirational and brutally honest Michaela Breeze MBE, as she shares the raw, emotional, and fiercely powerful journey that shaped her into one of the most respected weightlifters and coaches of her generation. This one’s not just for the lifters.It’s for anyone who’s ever dared to dream, battled through adversity, and come out stronger. 🔊 Expect:🔥 Olympic highs & Commonwealth gold💔 Deep personal reflections💪 How sport saved her life😂 Plus all the Method madness you love 🎧 This one will leave you fired up—and maybe even wiping away a tear. 🎙️ Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your pods.📲 Tag someone who needs this episode in their ears today
🔥 NEW EPISODE JUST DROPPED 🔥The Franchise is LIVE with one of the most respected minds in the game… 🎙️ Coach Mike Tromello — elite-level weightlifting coach, CrossFit OG, and the driving force behind California’s powerhouse gym Precision CrossFit. This man has coached at every level — from grassroots to Games. He’s mentored champions, built monsters, and he’s not afraid to speak some hard truths about the current state of CrossFit.💥 From the evolution of coaching💥 To athlete burnout💥 From what CrossFit HQ should be doing💥 To what real programming looks like in 2025… Mike Tromello brings the 🔥, the insight, and the unfiltered passion you’ve been missing. This is not your average chat — this is a masterclass in coaching, community, and calling it how it is. 👊 Listen. Learn. Level up.🎧 Available now — only on This Week At MethodThe world’s greatest CrossFit podcast 🌍
🔥 EPISODE 218 HAS LANDED — AND IT’S WILD. WEST. CROSSFIT. 🔥Saddle up, Method fam… it’s time for METHODSTONE 🤠🏋️♂️ 🎙️ This Week At Method returns with an absolute barnstormer of an episode as we break down every single workout for the most legendary event on the Method calendar:METHOD 365 — our in-house CrossFit showdown where teams of 4 (2 cowboys, 2 cowgirls) go head-to-head in workouts tougher than a Montana winter ❄️🐂 This ain’t your regular fitness talk. This is full-on Methodstone — where the WODs are wild, the weights are heavy, and only the grittiest survive. Your hosts:🐎 Rip Wheeler (The Franchise, no nonsense, big engine)🐂 Hoss Walton (Master of the breakdown, king of the pain cave)🔨 Hank Faircloth (Loves a barbell, lives for the drama) This week they:🔥 Unpack the extreme team WODs in detail🧠 Reveal smart strategy and wild predictions🎯 Give insight into what it’ll take to survive each round🎬 Bring full-on Yellowstone vibes to the gym floor With wild west humour, brutal fitness takes, and cowboy-sized energy — this episode is must-listen audio gold 🤯🎧 🎧 LISTEN NOW. SHARE IT. ROUND UP YOUR TEAM.👉 Let’s ride.
🚨 NEW EPISODE DROP! 🚨This week, host Benson Boone is barely holding it together as the legendary Laura Cunningham returns to keep him on track — but the real star of the show? 🔥 AMY FEROZ — world-travelling CrossFitter, community powerhouse, and brand new mother!(for the second time) From workouts while pregnant to postpartum power, Amy shares her incredible journey, raw truths, and how fitness stayed a constant through it all.Expect laughs, goosebumps, and some serious inspiration via her husband Arfaz. 👶🏋️♀️Motherhood, muscles & Method magic — this episode has it all.📍 Stream now wherever you get your podcasts.🎧 Tag a strong mum or fierce CrossFitter who needs to hear this
🔥 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🔥The world’s greatest CrossFit podcast just dropped another absolute banger! 🎧💥 🎙️ This Week At Method — The Franchise is joined by none other than Jay Dubya,MMAF.com and the legendary Andrew “A-Train” Baston makes a triumphant return to the mic 🛤️💪 This week the crew dive into:💥 The unreal, savage Team WOD that had everyone digging deep🚀 How to execute a heavy clean pull like a total powerhouse🔍 A crystal-clear breakdown of a future Method workout that’ll test your engine and your mindset🏋️♂️ And why Method Training continues to set the standard as the UK’s premium CrossFit gym It’s full of fire, fun, and that signature Method banter you know and love. Laughs, learnings, and lifting legends—what more could you want?🎧 Listen now. Rate it. Share it. Tag your team.👇👇👇
🔥 EPISODE 215 IS LIVE! 🔥Welcome to another blockbuster episode of the world’s favourite CrossFit podcast — ‘This Week At Method’ 🎙️🌍 This week, host Carl is joined by Method’s very own nerve centre, Laura Cunningham, as they welcome a brand new face to the Method coaching crew — Tom Galbraith 👋 From spreadsheets to sweat-fests 💻➡️💪Tom ditched life as an accountant to chase his passion for coaching and community, and we’re diving deep into his bold leap from desk to dumbbells. You’ll laugh, you’ll be inspired, and you might even rethink your own 9-5… 🏋️ Why he made the switch👊 What’s shocked him most about life on the gym floor🔥 His vision for coaching the Method community…and a few surprises along the way! It’s rookie stories, real talk, and classic Method banter — you won’t want to miss this one.🚨 Hit play. Share it. Tag a friend stuck in an office.
🌍🎙 EPISODE 214 IS HERE 🚨The world’s CrossFit community is tuning in — are you?This week on This Week At Method, host Carl is joined in the Method Dub Hub by one of the sharpest minds in the nutrition game — Donna Riley, founder of the powerhouse Focused Nutrition 🧠🥑 What’s on the menu?→ The truth about weight loss jobs (yes, that’s a thing)→ The hype, the science, and the real power behind Superfoods 🫐🌱🍠→ How to stop chasing trends and start fuelling performance and everyday vitality Whether you're a dedicated CrossFitter, weekend warrior, or just trying to make better choices — this episode is packed with no-nonsense insights, laughs, and that trademark Method magic 💥🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple, YouTube & wherever you get your pods👊 Tune in. Level up. Pass it on.
🔥 BONUS EPISODE DROP! 🔥The world’s number one CrossFit podcast, This Week At Method, is back with an explosive special preview of the first Method Major of the year: LIFT OFF 2025 💥 🎙️Join Carl, Jamie & Mark as they break down everything you need to know about this epic same-sex team showdown — 3 fierce workouts, 3-person squads, 1 massive day at Method Training Gym. 🏋️♂️🏋️♀️ Expect strategy, insights, and that signature Method energy ⚡️ Whether you're throwing down or cheering on, this is your ultimate guide to tackling the most anticipated comp of the season. 💪 3 Workouts. 1 Team. No Weak Links.Are YOU ready to LIFT OFF? 🚀
🚨NEW EPISODE ALERT🚨🔥 The UK’s #1 CrossFit podcast is BACK (and we’re flexin’ all the way to #6 worldwide) 💥 This week on This Week At Method, host Carl is back in the groove, mic in hand 🎙️ and fire in the belly 🔥, joined by the ever-brutal Coach Mark and special guest — Method’s very own machine, Ty Nicholl 💪 Expect:🧨 Two savage Method WODs broken down like a barbell in Carl’s grip🏋️♂️ CrossFit news hot off the assault bike📈 How to crush your next Method Live workout like a seasoned savage🎯 And enough laughs, insights, and chaos to fuel your next metcon This one’s got it all — fitness, fire, and full send energy 🎧 Tap the link in bio and TUNE IN.For more info: https://www.method-training.co.uk/
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