James Fitzgerald is the founder of OPEX and the International Center for Fitness. His 20+ years of experience and service as a strength coach/technician, tireless practice on refining energy system work, nutritional and lifestyle balancing techniques and training of other coaches has made OPEX a sought after method of bringing fitness to a higher order.

James has found a desire and passion to understanding fitness through assessment, testing, research, programming and more. He has had many years experience as an athlete from early childhood into adulthood, from playing top level soccer, short and long distance running to CrossFit where he was crowned “The Fittest on Earth”, Winner of the 2007 CrossFit Games.

Chad is the owner and founder of Juggernaut Training Systems, as well as being one of the most highly regarded strength coaches and athletes of the modern era. As an athlete, Chad has posted Top 10 All-Time Total in wraps (1055kg/2325#) and sleeves (1010kg/2226#), won 2 National Championships in the Shot Put and earned his Pro Card in Strongman. These days he is applying his long time strength training experience to the sport of Jiu Jitsu and helping athletes build the sort of functional strength that will translate well onto the mat. Enjoy

@chadwesleysmith

https://www.jtsstrength.com/

This week’s episode revolves around how to properly handle volume and intensity during the 3 weeks of the Open to maximize your performance while not undoing all of the hard work you have put into building strength so far this season. The guys have some gems to share on the topic. Enjoy!

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Mike has extensive knowledge and education in multiple disciplines, including Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, and of course Nutrition. On todays episode, Jay and Mike take a deep dive into the world of supplements. What to look for, where to start, and most importantly, how you can't supplement out poor nutrition, sleep, or training habits. We think you will get a lot out of this one...enjoy!

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Brandon is a professional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Self Defense and Functional Fitness coach. He owns and operates a dojo in Charlotte, NC. Brandon became certified in the Wim Hof Method with the first group of U.S. instructors learning directly from Wim. There is a lot to dig into within this episode, and we think you are going to love it.

Brandon's IG: @brandonpowell396

Matt Bruce is part of a long line of successful strength and conditioning coaches from Gayle Hatch Weightlifting. With over 17 years of experience in Olympic weightlifting, Coach Bruce has profound knowledge in program design and periodization for explosive strength, power, and force velocity development. Matt’s experience as an Olympic weightlifting National Champion and member of multiple Junior and Senior World teams make him one of the most decorated strength and conditioning coaches in the country. Matt’s records during his career include a best snatch of 152 kg (334 lbs.) and best clean and jerk of 192 kg (422 lbs.) at a body weight of 85 kg (187 lbs.)

http://www.brucebarbell.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/brucebarbell/