Today we’re talking to Spenser Mestel, a journalist who has written for publications like the New York Times, Buzzfeed, and of course, BarBend.com. Spenser has an insanely interesting athletic background, from competitive diving to parkour, a journey that includes ups like competing on American Ninja Warrior and downs that include breaking his neck in Egypt. Spenser has also established himself as one of the CrossFit community’s most impactful writers on a number of important issues in and around fitness. In addition, he co-authored Mat Fraser’s upcoming book, which will be released in January 2022.
On this episode of The BarBend Podcast, host David Thomas Tao talks to Spenser Mestel about:
- Spenser’s athletic background (02:30)
- Breaking his neck in Egypt, and the road to recovery (05:00)
- Gymnastics and diving: Why weren’t these considered “cool” sports? (12:10)
- “I just love the gimmicky fitness classes” (16:30)
- Co-authoring a book with Mat Fraser (20:30)
- Training in Mat Fraser’s home gym (23:30)
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