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The HERD FITAuthor: David Syvertsen
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S8E229s CrossFit Bison Survey Results!
Episode 229
Monday, 13 July, 2026
We share the first CrossFit Bison member survey results and turn raw comments into a realistic plan for coaching, programming, and community. We talk candidly about what’s working, what needs to change, and what will never fit our current constraints.• why an anonymous survey gives clearer feedback and real accountability• how we read responses for trends without getting defensive• members asking for more unsolicited coaching cues and individual attention• the reality of coaching large classes while keeping flow and safety• keeping coach personality while setting minimum standards• warmup effort and preparation from both coaches and athletes• our programming goal: fitter faster while staying safe• why “more of everything” usually means the program is balanced• strength vs gymnastics demand and what that says about aging and goals• skills development through clinics and practice time outside class• why levels help athletes choose stimulus and drop RX vs scaled ego• dark week as a reset that shows what you can do• protecting a welcoming culture while addressing cliques and Saturdays• whiteboard scores as motivation, mirror, and occasional friction• events, friendships, and why community changes as life changesBe on the lookout for next week's episode.




