Podcast
The Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast
Hosted by Krissy Krash · EN
The Krash Course Podcast (formerly Krissy Krash Podcast) is for roller derby athletes who are done guessing and ready to take their performance seriously.
Each episode features honest conversations with experienced skaters and coaches, alongside practical, no nonsense insights on training, mindset, and consistency. This isn’t about hacks or hype. It’s about understanding why hard work often fails to translate on the track, why self coaching breaks down under pressure, and what it actually takes to become a stronger, more reliable athlete.
Krash Course is a roller derby performance training company built by experienced skaters and certified personal trainers. Through structured strength, conditioning, and performance coaching designed specifically for the demands of roller derby, we help athletes train smarter, skate stronger, and stay in the game longer.
If you’re tired of almost being ready and want a system that supports your goals both on and off skates, you’re in the right place.
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Why Your Pack Communication is Holding Back Your Roller Derby Game
1w ago00:08:51Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we break down why pack communication is one of the biggest factors holding skaters back and why it is not just about talking more.We cover:how lack of communication creates chaos, hesitation, and lost opportunities on the trackwhy silence is more damaging than saying the wrong thinghow communication issues are often tied to confidence and fitness, not just skillthe four keys to becoming a strong communicator: commit to being heard, communicate from the first rep, build fitness to support communication, and step into leadershipKey takeaway: communication is a habit and a leadership skill. If you want more trust, more track time, and better team performance, it starts with you speaking up.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Active Recovery and Recovery Protocols (With Coach Gwennie)
2w ago00:09:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we break down what recovery actually means for roller derby athletes and why it is a non-negotiable part of performance, not a luxury.We cover:why derby places unique stress on the body (impact, rotation, and nervous system load)the difference between active recovery and passive recoverywhy soreness is not the same as progresscommon recovery mistakes skaters makehow to use the “Big Five” recovery pillars: sleep, nutrition, mobility, hot/cold, and nervous system careKey takeaway: you do not get stronger during training, you get stronger during recovery.If you want to skate longer, stay healthy, and perform consistently, recovery has to be intentional, not an afterthought.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →How to Trust Your Body on the Track Again After Injury, Pregnancy, or Time Off
3w ago00:11:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we talk about how to rebuild trust with our body and skating after time off, whether that break came from injury, pregnancy, work, or life.We cover five key shifts:stop comparing ourselves to pre-break versionsrebuild confidence through small winstrain the movements we are scared of at lower intensityfix off-skates training so it actually supports derbydetach our identity from single bad reps, jams, or practicesThis is a conversation about rebuilding trust, not rushing a comeback. If we want to feel strong, stable, and confident again, we need proof, structure, and patience.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →What it really takes to become a stronger, more confident, more resilient derby athlete on and off the track
4w ago00:32:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we talk with Kat Sabbeth about what it really takes to become a stronger, more confident, more resilient derby athlete on and off the track.We dig into the five big shifts that helped her stop feeling stuck and start building real consistency:showing up for training even when it felt hardcreating structure and support instead of relying on motivationusing nutrition to fuel performance and recoveryrebuilding confidence through small winsletting derby growth spill over into the rest of lifeWe also talk about social anxiety, starting derby later, feeling behind, and how having a system can change everything.This episode is for any skater who cares deeply, wants to level up, and is tired of feeling like their effort is not translating.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →The 5 Key Pieces to Becoming a Strong, Confident, High-Performing Skater On and Off the Track
Apr 2300:16:59Tap to summarizeYou’re training.You’re showing up.But deep down… you don’t feel fully prepared.Not physically. Not mentally. Not confidently.And that gap?It shows up when it matters most.Inside this live, one of our athletes breaks down the 5 key pieces that changed everything for them:What real preparation actually looks likeWhy most training isn’t translating to performanceHow nutrition impacts your energy, focus, and recoveryHow confidence is actually built (not faked)And the shift that changed how they show up on AND off the trackThis isn’t theory.This is from someone who lived it.So as you watch, ask yourself:Which of these pieces am I missing right now?Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Roller Derby Quick Feet Unlocked (With Coach Pia)
Apr 1600:11:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we break down what quick feet and agility actually mean in roller derby and why they matter for both jammers and blockers.We talk about why agility is not just about speed. It is about reaction time, control, lateral movement, and building trust in your edges so your body can respond without hesitation.Inside this episode, we cover:What skaters are really missing when they say they want “faster feet”How agility shows up differently for jammers and blockersWhy blockers need agility just as much as jammersThe difference between off-skates agility work and on-skates applicationCommon mistakes skaters make when training agilityWhy better agility leads to better decision making under pressureIf we want quicker feet on the track, we have to train more than drills. We have to build the balance, coordination, control, and confidence that make agility actually usable in gameplay.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Derby Strength Secrets: The 6 Principles to Building True Derby Strength That Lasts Till the Last Whistle
Apr 900:23:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, I break down what real derby strength actually looks like and why getting stronger is about way more than just lifting heavier in the gym.I talk about the difference between random workouts and training with intention, plus the six principles of derby strength that help skaters feel more powerful, stable, and confident on the track.Inside this episode, we cover:Why derby strength is different from gym strengthThe six principles that make strength translate to gameplayWhy repeatable power matters more than one big burstHow confidence is built through consistency, not motivationThe five systems that help skaters train like athletes off the trackIf you have been training hard but still feel weak, inconsistent, or unsure how to earn more track time, this episode will help you understand what is missing and how to fix it.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Watching Footage Without Beating Yourself Up (With Coach Cyn)
Apr 200:11:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we break down how to review game footage like an athlete instead of turning it into a self-criticism spiral.We sit down with Krash Course Head Coach Original Cyn to talk about why most skaters either avoid footage or watch it once, emotionally react, and walk away feeling worse.We cover:Why you should never watch footage with no planThe power of multiple “passes” with different intentionsHow to separate emotion from analysisWhat jammers and blockers should actually be looking forHow to turn notes into 1-3 clear action steps (not eight pages of overwhelm)Footage only works if it leads to action.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →From Burned Out to 3x MVP Jammer: How Elise Rebuilt Her Endurance After Injury
Mar 2600:19:50Tap to summarizeIf you have been struggling to get back into your routine and you know you are capable of more… you will want to listen to this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast.After injury, Elise Haley's endurance dropped and motivation felt nonexistent. A few weeks into Krash Course, her confidence was back, her conditioning improved, and she earned MVP Jammer three games in a row.She is breaks down what actually changed.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Jammer Tactics and Wall-Breaking Skills
Mar 1900:12:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re talking directly to jammers who feel stuck against big, physical walls.We sit down with Krash Course Coach Pia Mess (Team USA) to break down how to score against strong opponents without burning out or relying on brute force.We cover:How to read the wall before you hit itWhy separation beats powerUsing angles and the track as a weaponHow offense awareness changes everythingScoring points even when you don’t fully break the packIf you’re tired of slamming into walls and getting nowhere, this episode will shift how you think about jamming.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
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