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March 21, 2025 43 mins

In this episode of Ben Thinking, we sit down with Dylan, an athlete and representative of the Las Vegas Venom. We discuss:

What is Grid League, and how does it compare to CrossFit?
How elite athletes train for high-intensity competition
The importance of hydration, recovery, and mental preparation
How functional fitness is evolving into a spectator sport
The business side of building an athletic brand
Why visualization and mindset impact performance

Whether you're an athlete, coach, or fitness enthusiast, this episode covers valuable insights on sports, business, and high-performance training.

📩 Follow Dylan@DylanAthlete
🎙️ Follow Las Vegas Venom@LasVegasVenom
🏋️ Check out Omnia Gym@TeamOmniaGym

0:00 Welcome & introduction to Dylan
2:15 Why Dylan never takes off his socks
6:40What is Grid League, and why is it different from CrossFit?
10:30Hydration & recovery: The key to elite performance
16:20The mental game: How visualization impacts success
21:10Training for Grid League: Strength, endurance, and speed
30:15How team sports build athletic careers
35:50The rise of Grid League and the future of functional fitness
40:45The business behind competitive sports teams
47:20Balancing training, business, and life
50:45Long-term goals for Dylan & Las Vegas Venom
57:20 Final thoughts & where to find Dylan

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