Welcome back to Ben Thinking, hosted by Ben Neveras!In this episode, Ben sits down with Paul Baer, the head coach and co-owner of the Las Vegas Venom, to explore the rise of the United Grid League — the world’s first professional co-ed fitness team sport.Paul breaks down what makes GRID so unique, how athletes of all levels can get involved, and the power of teamwork, inclusivity, and purpose in competition. From the mindset behind coaching elite athletes to building a business that values respect and unity, this episode dives deep into what it takes to win — both on and off the grid.🎧 Topics Include:- What is the United Grid League?- The difference between Grid, CrossFit, and traditional sports- The importance of inclusivity and teamwork- Building the Las Vegas Venom brand- How athletes and gyms can get involvedTimestamps:0:00 – 2:00 | Introduction – Meet Paul Baer & the Las Vegas Venom2:00 – 5:00 | What Is Grid League? The World’s First Co-Ed Team Fitness Sport5:00 – 10:00 | Strength, Bodyweight, and Utility – The Three Athlete Types10:00 – 13:00 | Why Anyone Can Play GRID (Even Kids!)13:00 – 16:00 | The Dangers of Overtraining and the Value of Specialization16:00 – 20:00 | Building a Team and Business That Works20:00 – 25:00 | Team Values: Respect, Inclusivity, and Teamwork25:00 – 40:00 | Meet the Athletes of the Las Vegas Venom – Profiles and Highlights40:00 – 50:00 | What It Takes to Be a Champion and the Future of GRID50:00 – 55:34 | How to Get Involved + Closing Thoughts📢 Call to ActionIf you love fitness, teamwork, and innovation — this episode is for you!👉 Subscribe to Ben Thinking for more inspiring conversations with athletes, coaches, and creators shaping the future of sport.💪 Follow the Las Vegas Venom on Instagram @lasvegasvenom🎥 Watch full GRID matches on YouTube — just search “Las Vegas Venom United Grid League.”📩 Want to be featured or sponsor an episode? Contact us at benthinkingpod@gmail.com🔖 Social Media Tags#BenThinkingPodcast #UnitedGridLeague #LasVegasVenom #PaulBaer #GridLeague #FunctionalFitness #CoedSports #Teamwork #AthleteMindset #FitnessInnovation #LasVegasAthletes #SportsPodcast #BenNeveras #GritAndGrowth #StrengthAndStrategy
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